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Chess Queen June's Best Sportsperson

Bulgaria's Grandmaster Antoaneta Stefanova is recognized as the sportsperson of June.

Sports | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

EU Pays for Bulgarian Snails

The European Union has allotted EUR 62,000 for the construction of an indoor snail farm in Bulgaria. The farm, opened Tuesday in the town of Dobrich, has a capacity of six tons a year.

Business | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

World Marks 35 Years of 1st Moon Landing

The world is marking today the 35th anniversary of the first landing at the Moon. It was 35 years ago today that the world watched as Neil Armstrong uttered the famous line: "It's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.

World | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Zarqawi Urges Japan Out of Iraq

Jordanian terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, a suspected ally to al-Qaeda, has demanded that Japan withdraws troops from Iraq, otherwise faces attacks. According to a statement posted Tuesday on an Islamist web site, Japanese government was warned to do "wha

World | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Bulgaria's Tourism Industry Boosts

The number of foreign tourists coming to Bulgaria has gone up by 21.27% over the last six months as compared to same period in 2003.

Business | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Summer Tourism Season 2005 in "Danger"

The 2005 summer season might be ruined unless Bulgaria's authorities solve the problem with the active construction works in the major resorts. Deputy Economy Minister Dimitar Hadzhinikolov warned that Bulgaria should not allow construction works to cont

Business | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Ultramodern Subway in Sofia

A unique underpass construction was inaugurated in downtown Sofia on Tuesday. The facility is located at one of the busiest crossroads in the capital, that of Tsarigradsko Shousse Blvd.

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Olympics Lingerie for Triumph

The upcoming Olympic games in Athens have inspired a special series of Triumph bras designed by Daniel Herman. The Swiss designer have developed an exclusive "T" bra line for Triumph International, embroidered in silk and decorated with stylish crowns.

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Intruder Nabbed at Beckhams' Home

An intruder was arrested outside the house of the captain of England's football team David Beckham. English media reports that the man was preparing to set fire to the mansion.

World | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

WHO'S WHO: Josep Borrell

BBC The newly enlarged European parliament has elected Spaniard Josep Borrell as its president.

Views on BG | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Spanish Heads European Parliament

The European Parliament elected Spanish Socialist Josep Borrell to take over the Presidency for the parliament's sixth five-term legislative term, starting on Tuesday. Josep Borrell was approved by 388 votes on the first ballot, outreaching the 324 neede

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Germany Sees Thracian Exclusives

A major exhibition featuring 3,000 Thracian pieces from Bulgaria will open in Germany Thursday. The unique treasures of Rogozen, Panagyurishte and Valchitran will be among the main attractions in the event, which is Bulgaria's largest archaeological exhi

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Bulgaria Certifies Eco Packaging Venture

The first country's organization engaged in package recycling received Tuesday its official certificate. The joint venture EcoPack Bulgaria, established in January, has pooled the efforts of 18 national and foreign companies to manage ecology-friendly re

Business | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Al-Jazeera "Cooperative" for Bulgarian Hostages Video

The team of Bulgarian experts resumed work in the al-Jazeera headquarters in Doha, Bulgarian Ambassador to Kuwait Angel Manchev said on Tuesday. The expertise was focused on watching the first video footage aired by the Arabic TV station on the night of

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Filipino Hostage Freed

The Filipino hostage in Iraq has been freed, according to a report of the al-Arabiya television channel. On Monday, The Philippines completed their withdrawal from Iraq - a month ahead of schedule.

World | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Bulgarian Real Estate Prices Up 12%

Real estate prices in Bulgaria have increased by an average 12.3% over April-June, data show.

Business | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Bulgaria Celebrates "Ilinden"

Bulgaria marks Tuesday 101 years since the legendary Ilinden-Preobrazhenie Uprising, organized to fight the fractioning of the country. The 1878 Berlin Congress preceded the rebellion.

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Russian Medal for Sofia's Interior Sec

The Russian ambassador to Bulgaria awarded the Interior Ministry's chief secretary for his anti-crime efforts. General-Lieutenant Boyko Borissov was presented with a medal by Ambassador Anatolii Potapov.

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Heart Diseases Scourge Bulgaria

The number of heart-trouble patients in Bulgaria has increased six times over the last three years, a trade union warned. Last year, the figure stood at 52,000, according to the leader of one of Bulgaria's two largest trade unions.

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Neighbors Eye Bulgaria's Lotto

Many people from Romania and Macedonia are traveling to Bulgaria to take part in its state lottery, media reported. The jackpot is about to reach 2.

Politics | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00

Basra Official Assassinated

A senior official has been killed in the Iraqi city of Basra, on his way to work. Hazem al-Ainachi, a co-ordinator of the Basra provincial council of former deputy governor, was attacked early on Monday at a checkpoint.

World | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00
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