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Elderly Man Critically Injured in Stabbing Attack in Varna

An elderly man is fighting for his life after being attacked late last night in an underpass in Varna’s Sea Garden

Crime | February 9, 2026, Monday // 09:12

Dodik Ally Sinisa Karan Elected Republika Srpska President in Repeat Vote

Sinisa Karan has been confirmed as the new president of Republika Srpska following a repeat early election held to replace the banned Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, according to final results.

World » Southeast Europe | February 9, 2026, Monday // 09:09

Controversial Council of Peace to Hold First Talks as Bulgaria Defends Its Participation

The White House is preparing to convene the first leadership meeting of the newly created “Board of Peace” focused on Gaza, with the summit expected to take place around February 19, according to a US official and diplomats from four countries involved in

Politics » Diplomacy | February 9, 2026, Monday // 09:00

Top Mistakes When Buying a Used Vehicle – and How to Avoid Them According to Auto.bg

Purchasing a second-hand vehicle is often seen as a practical compromise between mobility and budget control.

Lifestyle | February 9, 2026, Monday // 08:15

Rain and Falling Temperatures Expected Across Bulgaria on Monday

Cloud cover will increase across the country on Monday, February 9, marking the start of a colder and wetter day. Morning temperatures will range from 0 to 5 degrees, with around 2 degrees expected in Sofia.

Society » Environment | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 18:18

Tervel Zamfirov Wins Historic Medal for Bulgaria at the Winter Olympics

Twenty-year-old Tervel Zamfirov delivered a moment of pure sporting drama for Bulgaria by winning a bronze medal at the Winter Olympic Games in Milano–Cortina, marking the country’s first Winter Olympics medal in two decades

Sports | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 16:08

Bulgaria's Petrohan Case: The Missing Ivaylo Kalushev and Two Others Found Dead in Forest Near Vratsa (DEVELOPING)

In the early hours of February 8, an abandoned camper was discovered in a forested area above the town of Vratsa.

Crime | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 14:28

Bulgaria: What Taxpayers Need to Know After the Euro Changeover

The annual campaign for filing personal income tax returns under Article 50 of the Personal Income Tax Act is underway

Business » Finance | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 13:09

Bulgaria: New Socialist Party Leader Vows Unity and Action, Saying Victory Belongs to All

Former caretaker justice minister Krum Zarkov has been elected as the new leader of the Bulgarian Socialist Party following a vote at the party’s 51st Congress, held in Sofia on Saturday.

Politics | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 12:09

Two-Room Apartments Lead Bulgaria’s New Housing Construction

Two-room dwellings make up the largest portion of newly built homes in Bulgaria, according to data for the fourth quarter of 2025.

Business » Properties | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 11:29

Bulgarian National Bank: 81% of Lev Cash Withdrawn as Euro Fully Takes Over

The Bulgarian National Bank reported that as of February 6, 2026, the withdrawal of lev banknotes and coins and their replacement with euro cash is progressing in line with the applicable legislation and the operational plans approved for the transition.

Business » Finance | February 8, 2026, Sunday // 10:51

UKRAINE: WHO Seeks 42 Million Dollars in 2026 to Protect Health Care as War Enters Its Fifth Year

WHO launched its Humanitarian Appeal for Ukraine 2026, requesting USD 42 million to protect access to health care for 700,000 people.

World » Ukraine | February 7, 2026, Saturday // 10:44

Radio Free Europe in Romania to Shut Down as US-Funded Media Scales Back

Radio Free Europe in Romania, which is financed by the US Congress, is preparing to end its operations. According to Romanian media reports, the outlet will officially cease work on March 31

Society | February 7, 2026, Saturday // 10:01

Bulgarians Abroad Are a Strategic Asset, but New Voting Limits Spark Backlash

Bulgaria’s demographic crisis has moved beyond the realm of statistics and has become a matter of national security, according to Associate Professor Spas Tashev

Politics | February 7, 2026, Saturday // 09:24

Bulgaria Marches in Four Cities as Winter Olympics Open in Milano-Cortina

Bulgaria appeared with a four-member delegation format during the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, becoming the 15th country to enter the parade

Sports | February 6, 2026, Friday // 23:02

Weekend Forecast: Showers and Dropping Temperatures Across Bulgaria

This weekend, cloud cover across Bulgaria will vary but will generally be more extensive. Precipitation is expected, with Saturday seeing only light rainfall in isolated areas, while Sunday will bring heavier showers, particularly in Southern Bulgaria.

Society » Environment | February 6, 2026, Friday // 17:13

Bulgaria: Borissov Calls On President Yotova to Appoint Caretaker PM Immediately

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has urged President Vezhdi Yotova to swiftly appoint a caretaker government, warning that Bulgaria is once again facing an institutional vacuum

Politics | February 6, 2026, Friday // 16:35

Dates, Disciplines and Debuts: Bulgaria’s Program at Milano-Cortina 2026

Bulgaria’s participation in the Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina 2026 gets underway on Sunday, February 8, with the qualification rounds in the parallel giant slalom in alpine snowboarding

Sports | February 6, 2026, Friday // 16:20

Bulgaria’s Tax Agency Employees Pocket 15% More in Bonuses - And Their Cars Travelled 170 Times Around the Globe

The National Revenue Agency increased employee pay in 2025 through performance-related bonuses totaling BGN 38,460,000 (€19.

Society | February 6, 2026, Friday // 16:14

Teacher in Plovdiv Detained on Charges Involving Sexual Contact with Minor Students

A 25-year-old man faces serious criminal charges in Plovdiv following an investigation by the Plovdiv District Prosecutor’s Office.

Crime | February 6, 2026, Friday // 16:03

Bulgaria: Beauticians’ Association Warns Against Illegal Video Surveillance in Salons

The Bulgarian Association of Beauticians (AKB) has issued an official statement concerning incidents of unauthorized video surveillance and the leakage of client recordings from beauty salons

Society | February 6, 2026, Friday // 16:01
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