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Germany Faces Recession

The Germany economy shrank slightly during the first three months of the year, pushing Europe's largest economy yet again to the brink of recession. Weak exports were mainly to blame for the economy's poor performance, according to the Federal Statistics

World | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

US Military Bases in Bulgaria Top Powell's Agenda

The possible establishment of US military bases in Bulgaria will be discussed by US Secretary of State Colin Powell during his visit to Sofia May 15. Washington's Ambassador to Bulgaria James Pardew confirmed what the government in Sofia has been strongly

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

US Seizes over 200 in Raid near Saddam's Hometown

Heavily armed U.S.

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

National Social Security Institute Revenues Up BGN 199,9 M End-April

The National Social Security Institute reported an increase of BGN 199,9 M in its revenues as of end-April over the same period last year. The additional revenues are said to come in the wake of introduced minimum insurance thresholds and registration of

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

Conference on SARS Started in Bulgaria

A report on SARS is the centerpiece of a medical conference that starts Thursday in the city of Pleven in northern Bulgaria. Doctors from Malaysia will speak about the deadly disease that hit the world.

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

Parliament Adopts Changes to Penal Code

Bulgaria's MPs adopted changes to the Penal Code Wednesday in a bid to cut the duration of criminal trials. Under the adopted changes criminal defendants will be allowed to demand in case their cases are delayed by more than two years.

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

Over 30 People Dead after Fire on Indian Train

At least 37 people have died in a fire on an express train in India's northern Punjab state. The fire broke out in three coaches of the Frontier Mail, which was travelling from Bombay to the holy Sikh city of Amritsar.

World | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

US, Allies Hint at Bigger Role for UN in Iraq

The United States and its allies, which seek swift U.N.

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

Powell in Sofia Today Following US Senate Ratification

US Secretary of State Colin Powell is to visit Bulgaria May 15 to help launch the celebrations of 100 years of US-Bulgarian diplomatic relations. The anniversary celebration will culminate with Powell's appearance in Sofia's Battenberg Square at 02:00 pm

Politics | May 15, 2003, Thursday // 00:00

Young Bulgarian Designer Presented Sensual Fashion Collection

Virginia atelier presented its new fashion collection called "Fata Morgana". The models in the collection are sensual, elegant and romantic.

Politics | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Unique Gold Wreath on Display at Bulgaria's National Museum of History

A unique gold wreath of a Thracian chieftain is on display at the National Museum of History in Sofia since May 14. The gold wreath is the best preserved Thracian gold wreath and also one of the most treasured Thracian artifacts as gold wreaths are very

Society | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Second Bomb Attack in Chechnya

At least 20 people have been reported killed and several others wounded in the second bomb attack in Chechnya in three days. Reports say that the attack was carried out by a female suicide bomber.

World | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Javier Corcuera: Bulgaria Has Special Character That Enchants Me

Javier Corcuera is a Spanish documentary film director. He has directed several films, including "Izbjegglice" (1995), "The Guerrilla of Memory"(2001), " Family, making of" (1997), "The back of the world"(2000) and others.

Novinite Insider » Interview | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Photos of Ministers with Assault Target "Not in Mafia Links Report"

The pictures of Bulgaria's Finance Minister Milen Velchev, Transport Minister Plamen Petrov and MP Miroslav Sevlievski on a yacht in Monaco accompanied by Ivan Todorov dubbed the Doctor who recently survived a contract assault against him have not been ta

Politics | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Investments Fastest Growing GDP Component in Bulgaria

Investments remain the fastest growing component of Bulgaria's GDP. They have grown with 9.

Business | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

WB PAL 2 Release Hinges on Bulgaria's Tobacco Giant Sale

The finalization of Bulgartabac's privatisation by the end of the year and the successful implementation of reforms in the judicial system are conditions for the release of the World Bank PAL 2 loan, said World Bank Country Director Andrew Vorkink after h

Business | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

US Recommends Black List of Bulgaria's Questionable Arms Traders

Questionable companies and traders of arms in Bulgaria will be arranged in a special list for supervision, the US recommended. The move comes as last year Bulgarian exports of dual-use goods to Syria enraged Washington.

Politics | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Summer Profit for Bulgaria's Flag Carrier Projected

Transport Minister Plamen Petrov voiced Wednesday optimistic projections for the profit of Bulgaria's new flag carrier Bulgaria Air in the summer season, following its higher-than-expected losses during the first quarter.

Business | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Bulgaria's Varna Shipyard Deal Complete Soon

The deal for Bulgaria's Varna Shipyard will be closed within three weeks, the country's Transport Minister Plamen Petrov said. He pointed out that three out of four submitted offers were with good parameters.

Business | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Member of Privatisation Agency Supervisory Council Dismissed

Parliament dismissed Nedzhmi Ali from his position of a member of the Supervisory Council of the Privatisation Agency. Ali was appointed Deputy Defense Minister on April 30 in the wake of Mehmed Dzhafer's dismissal over the foiled attempt at illegal expor

Politics | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00

Road Rehabilitation Absorbs BGN 83 M

This year's budget for Bulgaria's road agency amounts to some 300,000 BGN M. It will use BGN 83 M for rehabilitation and maintenance of roads across the country.

Politics | May 14, 2003, Wednesday // 00:00
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