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55 fires in 24 hours: DGPSAB teams brought crisis situations under control
See the balance sheet of the General Directorate for Fire Safety and Civil Protection for the last 24 hours: 55 extinguished fires and 98 reports for rescue operations. There are no injured citizens.
Bulgarian Posts resumes shipping parcels to 4 Middle Eastern countries
Starting May 18, 2026, Bulgarian Posts is resuming the acceptance of shipments to Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Oman following a suspension due to geopolitical tensions.
Weather tomorrow: Sun, thunderstorms, and strong winds across the country
Dynamic weather lies ahead: sunshine until noon, followed by intense rainfall with thunderstorms and strong winds. Check the temperature forecast and the outlook for the Black Sea coast.
Bulgaria joins EuroPA: Instant payments in Europe via mobile number
Bulgaria officially becomes part of the European Payments Alliance (EuroPA). The blinkP2P service will allow for instant transfers between Bulgarian users and citizens of other European countries using only a mobile phone number.
Weather next week: frequent rain, thunderstorms, and hail expected
The next 7-8 days will be marked by dynamic and unstable weather. Frequent showers, thunderstorms, and localized hail are forecast, with short periods of stabilization.
Triumph for Bulgaria: DARA qualifies for the Eurovision Grand Final
Bulgarian artist DARA achieved brilliant success and qualified for the Eurovision final after a strong performance in the second semi-final in Vienna.
42 fires extinguished in 24 hours: DGPSC teams on high alert
Over the past 24 hours, firefighters across the country responded to 108 emergency calls. 42 fires were extinguished, and fortunately, there were no casualties.
Complete reshuffle in the state: Who are the 28 new regional governors?
The Council of Ministers has appointed 28 new regional governors across the country. See the full list of names and professional profiles of the new government representatives by region.
Large-scale police operation nationwide: Demerdzhiev reveals details
Minister of Interior Ivan Demerdzhiev announced the launch of a large-scale specialized police operation against crime, drug trafficking, and traffic violations.
Happy May 12th: Appreciation for the dedicated work of nurses
On the occasion of International Nurses Day, we express our deep gratitude to the professionals who provide care, attention, and hope to thousands of patients every day.
Weather tomorrow: Cold wind, rain, and hail danger across the country
Dynamic weather is ahead with moderate to strong winds, brief showers, and thunderstorms. Temperatures are dropping – check the forecast for the week.
Road conditions: 26 injured in accidents in the country over the last 24 hours
A total of 26 people were injured in 22 road accidents over the past 24 hours. See the latest statistics on accidents in Sofia and across the country since the beginning of the year.
Iliyana Iotova presents honorary signs to prominent figures in culture and education
Vice President Iliyana Iotova awarded the Presidential Honorary Sign to NATFIZ, Professor Borislava Taneva, Georgi Konstantinov, and others for their significant contribution to Bulgarian culture and education.
Weather tomorrow: Storms, hail, and a sharp drop in temperature expected after 25°
Weather forecast: Expect intense rainfall with thunderstorms and hail tomorrow. From Wednesday, the weather will change drastically with an inflow of cold air and strong winds.
38 fires extinguished in 24 hours: Major fire at a warehouse in Sofia
A total of 38 fires have been extinguished over the past 24 hours. There were no casualties in the incidents, with firefighters responding to 73 calls for assistance and rescue operations.