That’s How It Went
A space for personal opinions, commentary, and reader-submitted articles — perspectives on life, society, and current issues.
Beach volleyball fans in Burgas left without one of the free nets
Readers report that one of the two free volleyball nets on the beach in Burgas has disappeared.
"100,000 euros for a ruined life": Yavor Zlatanov called the compensation "symbolic"
The Sofia City Court awarded 100,000 euros to businessman Yavor Zlatanov for illegal arrest, but he defines the amount as symbolic and speaks of a taken-over business, collapsed health, and the impunity of the prosecution.
"The bear tried to pull me out of the car": the Bulgarian man attacked in Romania speaks out for the first time
Georgi Bizhev from Gorna Oryahovitsa tells how he was attacked and bitten by a bear in Romania while feeding it from his car, and admits his mistake in entering the wild animal's habitat.
Greek businessman on "The Notary": "My business card said 'take him out'"
Prof. Joachim Kalamaris recounted that he was targeted and blackmailed by a group surrounding the murdered Martin Bojanov–The Notary, lost buildings in Sofia, and claims the schemes were covered up with political and judicial backing.
A 650 euro water bill: an elderly family from Burgas disputes the charges, while the water utility company sends debt collection warnings instead of a solution
The case concerns a new building in the "Meden Rudnik" district, put into operation in 2023. The family claims there is no leak, no signs of water damage, the renovation is recent, and the apartment is on the top floor — in the event of a real leak, the neighbors below would have been the first to suffer. Meanwhile, other media outlets are already reporting mass complaints in Burgas regarding water metering issues.
Between real folklore and a tourist performance: where is the line?
Folklore can turn a trip into a strong experience – or a cheap cliché. It depends on whether we are watching a living heritage or just a "stage decoration" for tourists.
Slow food in Bulgaria: how small farmers turn tradition into a sustainable business
The "slow food" movement in Bulgaria helps small family producers to preserve local varieties and old recipes and to turn them into a legal, sustainable business with added value.
Ursids Meteor Shower: Observations from Bulgaria on December 22nd
On December 22nd, astronomy enthusiasts in Bulgaria will have the opportunity to observe the Ursids meteor shower. Expect around 10 meteors per hour, with favorable viewing conditions due to the proximity of the new moon. See more about the shower and upcoming astronomical events from the Amateur Astronomer's Guide.
Looking for witnesses to a traffic accident in Burgas
The case concerns an accident between a red Mini Cooper and a black Mercedes Geländewagen.
Strange Airplane Circles Over Burgas, Passes Four Times Over "Meden Rudnik"
Residents reported an airplane circling over Burgas and passing four times over the "Meden Rudnik" neighborhood. Our reader Ivan sent us pictures from the location.
Sofia improves fire preparedness with new initiative
Mayor Vasil Terziev announced a comprehensive plan to improve fire preparedness in Sofia, including a map of water sources and modernization of the emergency base.
Pavel: “How long will we tolerate drivers trashing Bulgaria?”
Reader Pavel expressed outrage at drivers shamelessly throwing garbage out of their cars along the roads in the Burgas region.
Reader warns of scams using the name of courier company Speedy
Anna alerted BurgasMedia about a new scheme involving fake messages from Speedy containing phishing links.
Reader reports smoking on Burgas beaches
Stefka alerted BurgasMedia about the issue of smoking on the beaches and littering with cigarette butts. She calls for action and designated smoking areas.
Renovation of Block 100 in “Meden Rudnik” Underway for Several Days – Resident Report
A resident of Burgas, Mihail, informed BurgasMedia that for several days now, major renovation work has been ongoing at panel Block 100 in the “Meden Rudnik” neighborhood. According to him, this is directly related to the municipal insulation (energy efficiency) program, which our media has already reported on.