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Caretaker Health Minister Calls for Smoking Ban and Restrictions on the Tobacco Industry
Minister Okoliyski called for stricter tobacco control, implementation of the WHO Framework Convention, and limiting the influence of the tobacco industry. He highlighted the increasing tobacco use in Bulgaria and the need for effective measures.
Why regular sleep is more important than a perfect diet or an expensive gym
Diets and workouts only work if the body has time to recover. It is regular, quality sleep that controls appetite hormones, metabolism, immunity and the brain - and makes all other "healthy efforts" meaningful.
Emotional overeating: how stress, fatigue, and boredom decide what we put on our plate
When we eat not because of hunger, but to drown stress, fatigue, or boredom, we're talking about emotional overeating. This is not a "weak character," but a reaction of the brain and hormones to stress - and without a conscious approach, it easily turns into a vicious cycle of guilt and new overeating.
Cardiovascular diseases remain the No. 1 problem in Bulgaria: How to protect ourselves?
Prof. Iva Gruev and Boryana Pervan from Longevity Forum 2.0 discuss the risks of cardiovascular diseases and ways to prevent them. The importance of physical activity, a healthy lifestyle, and early diagnosis.
Warming wakes bees and wasps prematurely and exhausts them, shows a large-scale study
Warmer spring temperatures cause wild bees and wasps to come out of hibernation earlier, lose up to a third of their body mass, and start the season with less energy - especially in colder regions, warns a new study in "Functional Ecology".
Early Diagnosis of von Willebrand Disease – Key for Women
At a discussion dedicated to World Hemophilia Day, doctors and patients called for early and accurate diagnosis of von Willebrand disease, highlighting the importance of combating this most common bleeding disorder. Attention was drawn to the challenges of diagnosis in Bulgaria.
Denim in Spring 2026: From Romantic Draping to the Classics of the 90s
Denim trends for Spring 2026! Draped denim, colorful experiments, the return of the 90s, denim accessories, and more! Discover your style among classic jeans and new interpretations.
IUCN announced emperor penguins as an "endangered species" due to melting sea ice
The emperor penguin moved from the "least concern" category directly to "endangered" in the IUCN Red List due to the drastic loss of sea ice in Antarctica, which destroys its breeding, molting and feeding grounds.
Bloomberg journalist runs the Paris Marathon with ChatGPT as a personal coach
Bloomberg reporter Derek Wallbank prepared for the Paris Marathon with a six-month program entirely crafted in dialogue with ChatGPT, lost 9 kg and practically tested how far AI can go as a personal fitness coach
Google is preparing a daily "Your Day" feed with Gemini, inspired by Google Now
In the code of a beta version of the Google app, a new "Your Day" feature was discovered – a personal Gemini-based feed that gathers events, reminders, and other important information from Google services and revives the concept of Google Now in a more intelligent, "Personal Intelligence" format.
The wisents are back: how herds in Kent and Romania are restoring forests and the climate
Herds of European bison in England's Kent and the Romanian Carpathians are changing forest ecosystems, increasing biodiversity and even helping to capture carbon, showing the power of "wild" nature restoration.
Restoring Eating Habits After Lent: How to Return to the Table Without Shocking the Body
After weeks of fasting, the body is more sensitive to fatty, heavy, and sweet foods. It is important not to "catch up" in one evening, but to gradually reintroduce meat, milk, and desserts, to protect the stomach and gallbladder, and to use the experience of fasting as a start for a healthier diet throughout the year.
Procession with the Wonderworking Icon of the Theotokos from Bachkovo Monastery
On the second day of Easter, thousands of believers participated in a procession with the wonderworking icon of the Theotokos from Bachkovo Monastery to the area of Kluviyata. The event takes place annually to commemorate the place where the icon was hidden from Ottoman raids. The abbot of the monastery called for prayers and blessings.
Easter Spirit at Burgas Zoo: Animals Received Easter Eggs
Easter spirit reigns at the Burgas Zoo! The animals received colorful Easter eggs, turning the holiday into fun and joy for visitors, especially children.
The Holy Fire arrived in Bulgaria from Jerusalem
The Holy Fire arrived in Bulgaria, transported by a Romanian airline, due to the lack of a Bulgarian delegation in Jerusalem because of the situation in the Middle East. The Holy Fire will be handed over to the Bulgarian Patriarch Daniel.