Bulgaria
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Over 5,000 cyclists took over Sofia for the start of the Giro d'Italia
More than 5,000 people joined the largest cycling parade in Sofia's history, "Sofia rides Giro," which preceded the finish of the third stage of the Giro d'Italia.
May 9: The President and the Prime Minister honored the memory of the fallen and Europe Day
Vice President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev marked May 9 by laying flowers at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier. The statesmen called for peace in Europe and the world.
Weather today: Rain and thunderstorms expected – what is the forecast?
The weather today will be cloudy with brief but intense rainfall. See the latest forecast for temperatures, the sea, and the mountains for the weekend and the beginning of the week.
Weather tomorrow: Expected precipitation, thunderstorms, and cooling
Weather forecast: A cloudy day lies ahead with intense precipitation and thunderstorms in many parts of the country. See what the temperatures will be like over the weekend.
Large-scale Interpol operation "Pangea XVIII": Counterfeit medicine factory shut down in Bulgaria
Interpol dismantled 66 criminal groups and arrested 270 people during an operation spanning 90 countries. In Bulgaria, a clandestine factory producing counterfeit medicines was uncovered, and millions of units of medication were seized.
61 fires extinguished in the country over the past 24 hours, no casualties reported
The General Directorate for Fire Safety and Population Protection reported 61 extinguished fires over the last 24 hours. Emergency teams responded to 94 calls, with no fatalities or injuries reported.
Rumen Radev: Our duty is to preserve the Bulgarian spirit and military traditions
On the occasion of May 6th, the Day of Bravery, the leader of "Progressive Bulgaria" Rumen Radev called for the preservation of historical memory and honored the Bulgarian military personnel.
Sunny and warm up to 28 degrees: Today's weather forecast
Today we expect mostly sunny weather with temperatures up to 28 degrees. In the afternoon, brief showers with thunderstorms are possible over the mountains. See the detailed forecast.
Weather for the week: Warming followed by spring storms and hail
NIMH forecasts temperatures rising to 25 degrees throughout the week (May 6–11), but unstable air masses will bring short-lived rain, thunderstorms, and hail.
Bulgaria Removed from "Special 301 Report": A Major Success in the Fight Against Online Piracy
Bulgaria has been removed from the US "Special 301 Report" on intellectual property following successful operations by the Prosecutor's Office and the National Investigation Service against large-scale online piracy networks.
Film Marathon on May 9: 23 European films across Bulgaria for Europe Day
On May 9, we celebrate Europe Day with a European film festival. See which 23 titles have been selected and in which cities the free screenings will take place.
NSPS "Ogneborets": Urgent measures needed for firefighters' health
On the occasion of May 4, trade unions are demanding better working conditions, protection against toxic substances, and the recognition of cancer as an occupational disease in our country.
Weather tomorrow: Sun and warming up to 16 degrees after nighttime rainfall
See what the weather forecast is for tomorrow. A mostly sunny day is expected with temperatures up to 16 degrees, after the rain stops overnight.
Grim statistics: 2 dead and 30 injured in traffic accidents in 24 hours
The Ministry of Interior reports an alarming increase in road accidents in the country. 35 people have lost their lives since the beginning of the month, and the death toll since the start of the year has already reached 127.
Drawing competition for children with refugee status on the occasion of June 1st
The State Agency for Refugees (SAR) is organizing a drawing competition for children with refugee or humanitarian status on the occasion of International Children's Day. The theme is "Draw me a dream".