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Victory for Bulgarian Kristian Georgiev in Regional Alpine Snowboarding Contest

Kristian Georgiev emerged as the regional champion in the state alpine snowboarding championship, hosted in Bansko on April 4 and 5

Sports | April 12, 2024, Friday // 12:37

Israeli Foreign Minister Threatens Direct Strike on Iran

Israel's foreign minister, Israel Katz, issued a stark warning to Iran, asserting that Israel would retaliate with a direct military strike if attacked from Iranian territory

World | April 12, 2024, Friday // 12:26

Bulgarian Defense Minister: No Political Decision Yet on Conscription Return

Amid growing concerns over security in the wake of the conflict in Ukraine, Bulgaria's Acting Minister of Defense, Atanas Zapryanov, has addressed the issue of conscription, stating that while it is being discussed, no political decision has been reached

Politics » Defense | April 12, 2024, Friday // 12:19

Gold Reaches New Highs, Nearly Touching 2,400 USD per Ounce

In the early hours of Friday trading, the price of gold surged to an unprecedented peak, nearing the 2,400 USD per ounce mark

World | April 12, 2024, Friday // 12:08

Sofia's New Express Bus Service Links Central Station to Airport, Promising Faster Travel Times

In order to streamline transportation between Sofia's Central Station and the airport, a new express bus line, operated by double-decker buses, has been launched on a trial basis starting today

Society | April 12, 2024, Friday // 12:00

Greek Electricity Giant Acquires Bulgarian Solar Parks

The Greek national electricity company, PPC, has announced plans to acquire 500 megawatts of photovoltaic capacity in Bulgaria

Business » Energy | April 12, 2024, Friday // 11:48

Deputies Approve Easter Supplements of 100 BGN for Pensioners Below Poverty Line

Today, deputies voted to provide Easter supplements of BGN 100 to pensioners whose pensions fall below the poverty threshold of BGN 526

Politics | April 12, 2024, Friday // 11:39

Sofia Summit: European Nationalist Parties Converge for "Revival" Conference

In a move drawing attention across Europe, Bulgaria's pro-Russian, Eurosceptic, and nationalist "Revival" (Vazrazhdane) party is set to host a conference in Sofia, titled "The New Leaders of Europe"

Politics | April 12, 2024, Friday // 11:15

Norway to Transfer 22 F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine

In a significant move to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities, Norway has announced plans to transfer 22 F-16 fighter jets to the Eastern European nation

World » Ukraine | April 12, 2024, Friday // 11:08

US Warns of Potential Iranian Attack on Israel

Amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East, the United States has issued a stark warning of a possible massive attack by Iran targeting Israel

World | April 12, 2024, Friday // 11:07

J.K. Rowling Criticizes 'Harry Potter' Actors for Gender Reassignment Support

Renowned author J.K. Rowling stated that she won't grant forgiveness to actors involved in the "Harry Potter" series adaptation, even if they apologize for their support of transgender individuals, BTA reported

Society | April 12, 2024, Friday // 10:53

Ukraine Under Attack: Russian Drones Strike, Power Plant Decimated

Russia has launched a series of attacks on targets within Ukraine, employing 17 drones and an Kh-59 missile, according to reports emerging from the region

World » Ukraine | April 12, 2024, Friday // 10:15

Bulgaria's Salimova Secures Draw Against Strong Russian Opponent in Candidates Tournament

In a captivating showdown at the Candidates Tournament for the World Chess Title, Nurgyul Salimova, the 20-year-old Bulgarian sensation, clashed with Russian veteran Kateryna Lagno in a fiercely contested match that ended in a draw

Sports | April 12, 2024, Friday // 10:04

April 12th: Commemorating World Aviation and Cosmonautics Day!

The date April 12th marks a significant moment in human history, the International Day of Aviation and Astronautics, commemorating Yuri Gagarin's groundbreaking journey into space aboard the "Vostok 1" spacecraft in 1961

Society | April 12, 2024, Friday // 09:37

Hamas Calls for Ceasefire to Locate and Release Israeli Hostages

In a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian movement Hamas has issued a call for a ceasefire to facilitate the location and release of Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip

World | April 12, 2024, Friday // 09:28

Government Allocates Over BGN 98 Million for June 9 Elections Preparation

As Bulgaria gears up for the upcoming elections on June 9, the government has approved a comprehensive plan-account detailing the financial allocation for the electoral process

Politics | April 12, 2024, Friday // 09:25

NATO Commits to Long-Term Support for Ukraine

As NATO commemorates its 75th anniversary, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reaffirmed the alliance's unwavering commitment to Ukraine during a high-level meeting in Brussels

World » Ukraine | April 12, 2024, Friday // 09:12

GERB Leads with 10% Margin in Bulgarian Polls Ahead of the Elections

In the run-up to Bulgaria's National Assembly elections, a recent Gallup International survey conducted for BNT has unveiled intriguing insights into the political landscape of the country

Politics | April 12, 2024, Friday // 09:05

Weather In Bulgaria on April 12: Mostly Sunny with Possible Showers Later in the Day

Tonight, the weather will be predominantly clear across the country. In the eastern half, there will be a gentle northerly breeze, while in other regions, winds will be minimal

Society » Environment | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 18:17

Rising Costs: Annual Vehicle Inspections in Bulgaria See Price Surge

The price has soared to BGN 90, marking a notable increase from last year's range of BGN 45 to BGN 60

Society | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 18:00

Bulgarian Honey Industry Struggles with Import Woes, Says Local Producer

Manol Todorov, a leading figure in the Strandzha honey industry, has expressed optimism about the 2024 harvest for mann honey

Business | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 17:07
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