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Bulgaria Expects USD 1 B from BTC, Bulgartabac Deals by 2008

Over USD 1 B of investments can be expected in the next four or five years in case the privatization deals of Bulgarian Telecommunications Company (BTC) and Bulgartabac Holding are completed, Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Vassilev announced.

Business | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Murder Suspect Held in Sofia

Marin Stojchovksi, who was wanted by the police for two murders in Sofia since Friday, has been arrested. The man is a suspect in the murder of 68-year-old woman (in Hadzhi Dimitar district) and a man (in Gorna Banya).

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Novinite.com Readers: Nature Most Impressive in Bulgaria

Over half of the respondents who took part in the latest poll at Novinite.com poll say that nature is the most impressive thing that can be seen in Bulgaria.

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Swiss Solby - SA to Invest USD 8,5 M in Gas Supply

Swiss investment fund Solby - SA will invest USD 8,5 M for supplying gas to the town of Gabrovo, Central Bulgaria. The municipal council selected Solby - SA for strategic investor in the project, which vied together with Black Sea Technology Comapny, owne

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Venezuelans Plan 24-hour Protest

Tens of thousands of Venezuelans have gathered on one of the main roads in the capital, Caracas, to demand the resignation of the country's president, Hugo Chavez. The rally - intended to last 24 hours - was called in protest against a court decision to b

World | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

US U2 Reconnaissance Plane Crashes near Seoul

A United States U2 spy aircraft has crashed south of the South Korean capital, Seoul. The pilot suffered only minor injuries after being ejected by parachute.

World | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Powell Accuses Iraq of "Evasions and Lies"

US Secretary of State Colin Powell accused Iraq of "evasions and lies" in response to United Nations pressure for it to disarm. At the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Mr Powell said Iraqi president was running out of time and warned the United States

World | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Bulgaria's Dafovska Still Leader for Biathlon World Cup

Former Olympic champion Ekaterina Dafovska of Bulgaria continues to lead in the overall World Cup competition after she finished 13th in Women's 12.5km Mass Start in Antholz.

Sports | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Police Check Data on Killed Bulgarians in Macedonia

One of the Bulgarians, who were found dead in the village of Dobri Dol has a criminal record, according to unofficial information of Regional Interior Ministry Unit in Veliko Turnovo. The time and conditions, under which Anna Todorova, 21-year-old, left B

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Biggest Bulgarian Financial Group Grants Tourism Companies Privileges

Members of the Bulgarian Association of Hoteliers and Restauranteurs will enjoy privileges when using the bank and insurance services of the biggest wholly Bulgarian-owned financial group DZI-Rosexim. This is envisaged by an agreement signed by Emil Kyule

Business | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Lawyer of Bulgarian Medics Denies Demands for Change

Osman Bizanti, the Libyan lawyer of the Bulgarian medics, denied that they press for his replacement. The statement comes after the foreign ministry recently dismissed local press reports about problems between lawyers and defendants.

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Dessislava Miteva: Business Ethics Crucial for Companies in Bulgaria

Ms. Dessislava Miteva is the new Executive Director of the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum BBLF (www.

Novinite Insider » Interview | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

More Companies in Bulgaria Commit to Business Ethics

More and more companies are willing to commit to the principles of corporate social responsibility and join the Forum, Dessislava Miteva, Executive Director of the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum BBLF (www.bblf.

Business | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

"Still Early to Call" Bulgarian Medics in Libya Innocent

It is still early to say who should be held responsible for the spread of AIDS virus at the children's hospital in Benghazi, Professor Vittorio Collizi of the Microbiology Department of the University of Rome, said in an interview for local Radio Net. Pr

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Davos Urges Transition Countries to Persist with Reforms

The countries in transition may rely on high growth rate only if the implementation of reforms is maintained. Bulgaria's Finance Minister Milen Velchev said this as one of the main conclusions of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Business | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Navratilova Wins 57th Major Title

Martina Navratilova has become the oldest player to win a Grand Slam title, She and her Indian partner Leander Paes defeated Todd Woodbridge of Australia and Greek Eleni Daniilidou 6-4 7-5 at the Australian Open. The Australian Open mixed doubles title wa

World | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Crashes Kill Two, Injure Another Sixteen

Sixteen crashes across Bulgaria claimed the lives of two people and injured another sixteen for the last twenty four hours. Two 70-year-old women were hit by a car as they crossed a poorly lit street in the town of Kyustendil.

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Bomb Goes Off in Downtown Sofia

A bomb exploded at 10,00 p.m.

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Bulgaria Sees Increase in Refugees from Iraq

Around 1500 refugees from Iraq have crossed into Bulgaria so far, Boyko Antonov from the Refugee Agency announced.

Politics | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

12 Palestinians Dead, over 50 Wounded in Israeli Gaza Strike

Twelve Palestinians died and more than 50 were wounded in what is believed to be the Israeli forces biggest incursion into Gaza City since the Palestinian uprising began more than two years ago. Palestinians sources say some 50 tanks and armoured vehicles

World | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00

Moscow Siege Musical on Bulgarian Stage in May

The musical Nord-Ost will be performed in Bulgaria on May 24, 25.

Society | January 26, 2003, Sunday // 00:00
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