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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Ivan Ivanov: 8 years in prison for the murder of 11-year-old Nikol in Burgas
23-year-old Ivan Ivanov, who committed a brutal murder of 11-year-old Nikol in Burgas in 2017, was sentenced to 8 years in prison. In March 2023, he carried out another attack and stabbed a 25-year-old woman in the same neighborhood. Ivan has already been released since 2023 after serving a 6-year sentence.
Traffic Restrictions at the Intersection of Tsar Kaloyan and Probuda Streets in Burgas
The Municipality of Burgas informs about temporary traffic restrictions at the intersection of Tsar Kaloyan and Probuda Streets on March 17 and 18. Repair and restoration work will be carried out in stages, resulting in partial closure of the intersection.
Students from Varna Free University to Participate in National Forum on Folk Art
Students from the "Choreography" major at Varna Free University will participate in the prestigious forum "Festivals of Bulgarian Professional Folk Musical and Dance Art" in Burgas. The Academic Dance Theatre will present three premiere productions.
World Social Work Day: Burgasians, You Are Our Superheroes!
Congratulations to social workers in Burgas on World Social Work Day. In this post, we express our gratitude to the people who are the invisible superpower in our city.
Social work is invisible, but society falls apart without it
Chair of the parliamentary social committee Denitsa Sacheva highlighted the importance of social workers in society, describing them as people who help when everyone else leaves. She called for systemic support for this profession.
Special operation in Burgas: 10 detained for vote buying, drugs, and theft
Police are conducting a mass operation in Burgas against vote buying, petty crime, and narcotics. Ten people have been detained, including two arrested for involvement in voting fraud schemes. In addition, a laboratory for the production of synthetic drugs has been uncovered, and five criminal cases have been opened in connection with the incident.
The Exhibition "Living Human Treasures – Bulgaria" Visits Pomorie (April 2024)
The exhibition presents elements of the intangible cultural heritage of Bulgaria (2008-2024) and will be shown in Pomorie in April. 48 elements are included, and archival documents from the IEFE-BAS are used.
Restoration of the Bulgaria-Ukraine Railway Link: New Opportunities for Freight Transportation
The transport ministers of Bulgaria and Ukraine discussed the restoration of the railway link and the expansion of logistics routes in Eastern Europe. Issues such as the registration of buses in E-CHERGA and traffic violations were also discussed.
Nadezhda Neynski: We must not lose focus on Ukraine against the backdrop of the Middle East
At a meeting of the EU's Foreign Affairs Council, Nadezhda Neynski emphasized the importance of focusing on Ukraine despite the situation in the Middle East. Sanctions against Russia, Ukraine's security and hybrid attacks were discussed. Bulgaria condemns Iran's attacks and supports maritime security. Regional issues, including preparations for a summit in Cyprus, were also addressed.
Budget and Finance Committee to Hold Extraordinary Meeting Today
At the meeting scheduled for 14:00, a bill amending and supplementing the extension of the budget law will be considered. The aim is to extend its validity until the adoption of the regular State Budget Law for 2026.
Drivers in Burgas Protest: Fines for Emergency Calls
Drivers from the Emergency Response Centers in Burgas Province complain about mass fines for speeding and running red lights. They claim they are on emergency calls, and systemic violations put them at risk of losing their jobs.
Elections for National Representatives: Deadline for Candidate List Registration
The deadline for submitting proposals to register candidate lists in the April 19 elections expires at 5:00 PM today. Tomorrow, the numbers on the ballots will be determined by drawing lots.
CEC allows the use of voting screens with paper ballots from previous elections, discusses issues around machine voting and ballot printing control
The Central Election Commission (CEC) announced that it allows the use of voting screens from previous elections, discussed issues related to machine voting, student voting, and the monitoring of the election campaign. Attention was also drawn to the importance of starting the printing of ballots from March 17th.
BFSA Intensifies Food Controls and Border Inspections: Argentinian Sunflower, Polish Chicken, and Illegal Slaughterhouses
BFSA intensifies food controls, including imports from Argentina and Poland, and strengthens border inspections against illegal slaughterhouses and violations of animal movement. New labeling requirements are also reported.
57-Year-Old Man Found Dead in Car in Burgas: Police Investigating Suicide
A 57-year-old man was found dead in a car in Burgas with a gunshot wound. Police are investigating the possibility of suicide after examining the scene. The district prosecutor is present at the scene.