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Europol Report: Bulgarians Among Key Players in EU's Most Dangerous Criminal Networks

A recently unveiled Europol report has shown the pervasive influence of criminal networks in the European Union, particularly implicating Bulgarians, Romanians, Serbs, and Ukrainians in the most perilous operations related to human trafficking for labor a

World » EU | April 5, 2024, Friday // 12:04

Bulgaria to Hold 'Two-in-One' Elections on June 9, President Radev Announces

In a move to streamline the electoral process and increase voter participation, President Rumen Radev declared that Bulgaria will witness a unique amalgamation of extraordinary parliamentary elections and European Parliament elections on June 9

Politics | April 5, 2024, Friday // 11:49

Bulgaria Ranks Second in EU for Housing Price Growth: Eurostat Report

According to the European statistical office Eurostat, housing prices, measured by the House Price Index, increased by 0.2 % in the EU during the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the same quarter of the previous year

World » EU | April 5, 2024, Friday // 11:15

Dimitar Glavchev's Proposed Cabinet Structure Sparks Political Reactions

In a tense political climate, the proposed cabinet formation by acting Prime Minister candidate Dimitar Glavchev has ignited controversy and accusations from various political quarters

Politics | April 5, 2024, Friday // 10:38

Bulgaria's Nurgyul Salimova Initiates Candidates Tournament with a Draw

In her debut at the Candidates Tournament in Toronto, Nurgyul Salimova commenced her campaign with a draw against Ukrainian opponent Anna Muzychuk

Sports | April 5, 2024, Friday // 09:58

New Zealand Set to Establish New Partnership with NATO in the Coming Months

Foreign Minister Winston Peters of New Zealand announced on Friday the country's commitment to bolstering collaboration with NATO partners to uphold collective security

World | April 5, 2024, Friday // 09:30

Biden to Netanyahu: Protect civilians in Gaza or US policy will change

U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a stark ultimatum to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: safeguard Palestinian civilians and foreign aid workers in Gaza or face potential repercussions from Washington, Reuters reported

World | April 5, 2024, Friday // 09:06

Weather in Bulgaria on April 5: Clear Skies And Sunshine

Tonight, the weather is expected to be mostly clear with a gentle westerly breeze. Minimum temperatures will range from 4°C to 9°C, while in Sofia, temperatures will be around 5°C

Society » Environment | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 18:07

Bulgaria's Potential Unethical Election Campaign: Kiril Petkov's Concerns

WCC-DB leaders have announced the onset of what they deem as the most nefarious pre-election campaign in Bulgaria, with Kiril Petkov taking the lead by accusing the resigned Interior Minister, Kalin Stoyanov, of deceiving deputies during his hearing regar

Politics | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:53

Bulgaria: Chief Secretary Zhivko Kotsev Explains Departure from Ministry of Internal Affairs

Zhivko Kotsev, the Chief Secretary of Bulgaria's Ministry of Internal Affairs, has clarified the reasons behind his decision to step down from his position

Politics | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:50

Central Election Commission Prepared for 2-in-1 Elections in Bulgaria

As Bulgaria gears up for early parliamentary elections (6th in the last 3 years), the Central Election Commission (CEC) has announced its readiness for a unique scenario

Politics | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:41

Bulgaria: Customs Agency Head Petya Bankova Accused of Involvement in Organized Crime Group

The head of Bulgaria's "Customs" agency, Petya Bankova, faces charges of participating in an organized criminal group (OCG), according to her lawyer Adelina Natina

Crime | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:35

Austria Grapples with Espionage Scandal Tied to Bulgaria

Austria finds itself embroiled in a burgeoning espionage scandal with connections to Bulgaria, as suspicions of Russian espionage within the Federal Office for Internal Security continue to mount

World » EU | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:26

Advanced AI Cameras to Monitor Crime in Sunny Beach

In preparation for the upcoming summer season, authorities in Sunny Beach have unveiled a state-of-the-art video surveillance system comprising nearly 100 cameras, with four equipped for facial and license plate recognition

Business » Tourism | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 16:13

Burgas City Railway to Connect Airport by 2024

A transformative project is underway in Burgas, Bulgaria, as plans for a city railway to link the Central Railway Station with Burgas Airport are on track for completion by the end of 2024

Business » Tourism | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 15:50

Kremlin: Russia-NATO Relations Hit "Direct Confrontation" Stage

The tension between Russia and NATO has escalated to a level of "direct confrontation," according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov

World » Russia | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 14:42

Labor Shortages Persist Across Industries in Bulgaria

In Bulgaria, the search for skilled professionals continues to be a pressing concern, with machine operators, tailors, and cooks emerging as the most sought-after professionals with vocational qualifications

Society | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 14:40

Glavchev to Meet Radev on Caretaker Government Proposal; Consecutive Elections Not Possible

In line with constitutional protocol, President Rumen Radev will convene with Dimitar Glavchev, the candidate for acting Prime Minister, tomorrow

Politics | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 14:37

Bulgarians' Generosity Prevails: Survey Unveils Continual Charitable Giving Trends in 2023

Even in a year marked by the absence of major crises or disasters, Bulgarians have continued their tradition of charitable giving, as evidenced by a comprehensive survey conducted by the "Alfa Research" agency on behalf of the Bulgarian Donor Forum (BDF)

Society | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 13:53

Record Winter Tourism in Bulgaria: Sofia Leads Preferred Destinations

Bulgaria experienced a remarkable surge in winter tourism from December 1, 2023, to March 25, 2024, with a total of 1.8 million tourist check-ins recorded across the country

Business » Tourism | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 13:38

Macron On Sending French Troops To Ukraine: If Russia Attacks Them We Do Not Need NATO's Help

French President Emmanuel Macron has initiated confidential talks with US President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

World » Ukraine | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 13:28
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