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Bulgarian Fashion Diva Stars in Bollywood

Miss Bulgaria'98 Natalia Gurkova has hit the "Bullet", with the newest Bollywood blockbuster by Indian producer Asad Sikander. The Hindi film will make a simultaneous release in India, as well as in Pakistan and in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Society | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Beverley Hughes' Statement upon Resignation as Immigration Minister

Over the last four weeks I have faced sustained parliamentary and media criticism over our system of immigration controls. I understand why people feel so strongly about these issues.

Views on BG | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

German Set to Introduce Scarf Ban

The southern German province of Baden-Wuerttemberg has become the first in the country to ban teachers from wearing Islamic headscarves. The provincial assembly passed the decision Wednesday almost unanimously, but Muslim groups immediately opposed it as

World | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

In Hunt for Madrid Terrorists

International arrest warrants for the six men suspected in plotting and carrying out the Madrid bombings have been issued by the judge investigating the 11 March attacks, which killed 191 people and injured around 1,800.

Views on BG | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Tunisian Mastermind in Madrid Attacks

A Tunisian has been identified as the mastermind of Madrid train bombings, Spain's High Court broke on Thursday. Sarhane ben Abdelmajid Fakhet, who is being sought pursuant to an international arrest warrant, was announced to be "the leader and coordinat

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

UK Names New Immigration Minister

Tony Blair's government has appointed Des Browne as new immigration minister. The current minister for work replaces Beverley Hughes who resigned from the position earlier on Thursday.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgarian Train on Fire

Fire has broken on a train running between Sofia and the northern town of Vidin. The accident occurred at 3.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgaria to Exhibit in Japan

The Plovdiv Expo will represent Bulgaria on the World Hunting Exhibition in Japan, due to take place in 2005. Japanese companies will organize the participation of Bulgarian businesses, producing herbs, roses and rose oil, yogurt and other traditional pr

Business | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Road Tolls Active in Bulgaria

The first day of road tolls application in Bulgaria was marked by numerous cases of blocked trucks on borders. On April 1 the road tolling system for heavy vehicles entered into force.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Missing Man Found Dead in Fields

Bulgarian man has been found dead out in the fields near the village Mechka. He was missing since March 17, and his wife asked the police to start a nation-wide search for him.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

New US Attack in Falluja

US convoy was attacked in Falluja Thursday, a day after the killing and mutilation of four US contractors. Witnesses said that a US vehicle was hit by a grenade just outside Falluja Thursday.

World | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgarian President Skips Iraq Bribe Inquiry

Bulgarian MPs turned down the suggested interrogation of the President over Iraq bribes scandal. A list published by Iraqi press in January said that Bulgaria's Socialists received oil bribes from Saddam Hussein.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgaria's Karbala Unit Reinforced

Bulgaria's Karbala unit received a back-up of 46 more soldiers. They landed in Iraq on Wednesday, the Bulgarian Defence Ministry announced.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Europe Targets Turk Extremists

Dozens have been arrested across Europe in a coordinated raid against Turkish extremist group. Turkish police nabbed 25 suspected members of the Revolutionary People's Liberation Party-Front.

World | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Romania Upbeat on UK Visa Issue

Romania hopes that the UK suspension of the visa issues for Bulgarians and Romanians will soon be lifted.

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

US Vows Falluja Retribution

America has pledged to bring to justice the killers of four US contractors in Falluja. On Wednesday, the four men were trapped when their two vehicles came under grenade and gun attack and were set on fire.

World | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Referendum on Cyprus Future

The United Nations will go in for a referendum on April 24 as the next step aimed at reunifying the island of Cyprus, Kofi Annan has announced. The UN chief held marathon talks with leaders of Cyprus's Greek and Turkish communities on Wednesday reaching a

World | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Scotland to "Profit" from London Visa Scandal

Scotland hopes to take advantage of the visa scandal raging in London to boost its campaign to attract immigrants. "There's a strong message going out across the world that Scotland welcomes fresh talent,'' Scottish First Minister Jack McConnell said in

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgarian FM with "NATO-Registered" Car

Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Solomon Passy arrived at Thursday's meeting of the Council of Ministers with a car registered in NATO. The vehicle of the Bulgarian top politician had a sign "NATO 04" on its front registration plate, and another one "EU 07" on

Politics | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Bulgaria Prepares for NATO Entry Celebrations

Bulgaria is getting ready for the massive celebrations dedicated to the country's entry in the Alliance.

Society | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00

Norway's Telecom Supplier Nera Back in Bulgaria

The Norwegian telecom supplier Nera announced its return on the Bulgarian market to assist companies in building and maintaining wireless communications networks. We are back to Bulgaria because we believe that after the liberalization of the Bulgarian t

Business | April 1, 2004, Thursday // 00:00
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