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Sofia Introduces Green Ticket and Free Parking to Combat Air Pollution

In response to elevated levels of PM10 particles in Sofia’s air and forecasts predicting continued potential for pollution

Society » Environment | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 16:00

Bulgaria's Ministry of Culture Seeks Guarantees for Panagyurishte Treasure Amid LA Wildfire (UPDATED)

A wildfire in Los Angeles has prompted concerns over the safety of Bulgarian exhibits, including the Panagyurishte Golden Treasure

Society » Incidents | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 15:30

US Lifts Visa Requirements for Romanian Citizens Starting January 10

On January 10, Romania will officially be accepted into the US Visa Waiver Program

World » Southeast Europe | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 15:22

Deteriorating Economic Outlook: EU and Bulgaria Face Decline in Business and Consumer Sentiment

The latest European Commission survey reveals a decline in both economic and consumer sentiment across the European Union, with Bulgaria showing a similar trend by the end of 2024

World » EU | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 15:02

Yordan Radichkov’s Work Celebrated at Bulgarian Antarctic Base This Month

Bulgarian polar explorers in Antarctica have chosen to dedicate the month of January to renowned Bulgarian writer, playwright, and screenwriter Yordan Radichkov

Society » Culture | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 14:02

Ukrainian Forces Target Key Russian Oil Depot, Disrupting Military Operations

Ukrainian forces have successfully targeted the Kombinat Kristal oil storage facility in the city of Engels, located in Russia’s Saratov Oblast

World » Ukraine | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 13:16

Opposition Grows Against Proposal to End Night Transport in Sofia

The political party Spasi Sofia (Save Sofia) has strongly opposed the proposed discontinuation of night transport in Sofia, a plan presented to the Sofia Municipal Council by Carlos Contrera and Vanya Grigorova

Society | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 13:05

'The Eurozone Is On Our Doorstep' - Bulgarian PM

Caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev emphasized that Bulgaria is on the verge of joining the eurozone

Politics | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 12:45

Bulgarian Politics: GERB Pursues Government Talks with BSP and TISP, Leaves Door Open for DB

GERB’s executive committee has decided to continue government negotiations with “BSP - United Left” and “There Is Such a People” (TISP), with the nomination of Rosen Zhelyazkov for prime minister

Politics | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 12:41

Trump Understands Russia’s Opposition to Ukraine in NATO, Calls for 5% Defense Spending

Donald Trump, the newly elected U.S. President, expressed understanding of Russia's opposition to Ukraine's potential NATO membership

World | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 12:05

23 Days of Searching: No Trace Found of Missing 13-Year-Old Nikolay

For the 23rd consecutive day, authorities in Bulgaria continue their search for 13-year-old Nikolay

Society » Incidents | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 11:37

Trump’s Stark Warning: 'All Hell Will Break Out' if Hamas Hostages Aren’t Released

US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark warning, claiming that "all hell will break out" in the Middle East if Hamas does not release hostages before his inauguration on January 20

World | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 11:25

Kazakh National Company Bids for Russian-Owned Lukoil Neftokhim Refinery in Bulgaria

KazMunayGas, the state-owned oil company of Kazakhstan, is reportedly taking part in a tender to acquire the Bulgarian-based refinery of Russian oil giant Lukoil

Business » Energy | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 11:10

Russian Forces Intensify Push Towards Toretsk: What Comes Next?

After weeks of heavy offensive, Russian forces have made significant progress in the northwest of Toretsk

World » Ukraine | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 11:00

Unconfirmed: Renewed Government Talks Underway in Bulgaria

Unofficial reports suggest that negotiations between GERB, "Democratic Bulgaria," "BSP - United Left," and "There is Such a People" are set to resume

Politics | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 10:20

Denmark, Panama, and Canada Firmly Reject Trump's Territorial Aspirations

Denmark and Panama have categorically dismissed any possibility of relinquishing their territories following renewed statements by U.S. President-elect Donald Trum

World | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 10:15

Bulgaria Mourns the Loss of Renowned Sports Journalist Petar Vassilev

Petar Vassilev, the renowned Bulgarian sports journalist affectionately known as Petela (The Rooster), has passed away at the age of 64

Society » Obituaries | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 10:09

Bulgaria Braces for Flu Epidemic as Peak Approaches in February

Bulgaria is entering the initial stages of a flu epidemic, with the peak expected in early February, according to Chief State Inspector Assoc. Prof. Dr. Angel Kunchev

Society » Health | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 10:02

Eight Bulgarians Set to Attend Trump’s Inauguration

Eight Bulgarians have reportedly received invitations to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States

Politics | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 09:51

Sofia Urges Schools to Limit Outdoor Activities Due to Air Pollution

The Sofia Municipality has recommended that schools and kindergartens in the capital reduce outdoor physical activity

Society » Environment | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 09:30

From Fact-Checkers to Community Notes: Meta’s New Moderation Strategy

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced it will terminate its third-party fact-checking program in favor of a community-driven model similar to the Community Notes feature on X

World | January 8, 2025, Wednesday // 00:40
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