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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Iliana Yotova Congratulates on Easter: May Hope and Faith Be With Us
President Iliana Yotova offered greetings on the occasion of Easter, calling for hope, peace, and faith. She participated in the festive service at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Two Dead in Fires in Bulgaria in the Last 24 Hours
Two people lost their lives in fires in Burgas and Plovdiv region in the last 24 hours, the General Directorate "Fire Safety and Protection of the Population" reported. A total of 63 fires were registered, of which 19 caused material damage.
Patriarch Daniel to Conduct Service for the Second Resurrection of Christ
Today, May 12th, Patriarch Daniel will conduct a service for the Second Resurrection of Christ in Sofia. Texts from the Gospel will be read in various languages during the service, reminding of the spread of the good news of the Resurrection.
Christ's Resurrection in Burgas: Thousands Gathered in the Square
Thousands of Burgas residents celebrated Christ's Resurrection in the square in front of the cathedral. Metropolitan Arseny served the festive service, and the sky above the city lit up with drones.
35 Drivers Caught Drunk Behind the Wheel in 24 Hours, Over 19 Thousand Cars Checked
Interim results from a police operation show 35 drivers driving under the influence of alcohol and 13 under the influence of drugs. Over 19 thousand vehicles were checked, and over 6000 violations were recorded.
Patriarch Daniel and the Synod Sent Easter Message for the Resurrection of Christ
Patriarch Daniel and the Metropolitans of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church-Bulgarian Patriarchate sent a patriarchal and synodal message for the Resurrection of Christ, calling for faith, hope, and compassion in difficult times.
100 Days Since Bulgaria Adopted the Euro: Christine Lagarde Marks the Occasion
ECB President Christine Lagarde marked 100 days since Bulgaria joined the Eurozone with a social media post, highlighting the growth of the euro from 2002 to the present day.
St. Archangel Michael Church in Varna Donates Food for Easter to Those in Need
500 red eggs and food products for Easter were donated to the St. Archangel Michael Church in Varna for people who receive hot meals there. The tradition has been ongoing for 15 years with the blessing of the church.
Fires and Incidents in the Past 24 Hours: One Dead and One Injured
The General Directorate "Fire Safety and Protection of the Population" reports 82 fires and 106 incident calls in the past 24 hours. One person died and another was injured in incidents.
Irena Georgieva: Expectations for the Summer Season and Challenges Facing Tourism
Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva expressed moderate optimism about the summer season, commenting on the problems of the outflow of tourists from Israel, early bookings, opportunities from European markets, and measures to support the tourism industry. She also outlined the challenges related to prices and inflation.
Varna Dolphinarium Invites Children to Free Shows for the Holidays
The Varna Dolphinarium is offering free shows for children during the holidays. The dolphins and their trainers are awaiting young viewers with an interesting program and entertainment.
Blood Donation Drive at the Church of “St. Ivan Rilski” in Varna
For the first time in the Varna village of Zvezditsa, a blood donation drive was held in the courtyard of the 100-year-old church of “St. Ivan Rilski”. The initiative, organized by Father Dobromir, attracted many people who donated blood on Good Friday.
Tribute to Yanka Rupkina in Burgas: Ceremony Details
Today, April 11, a tribute is being held in Burgas to the great folk singer Yanka Rupkina. The funeral service will be performed by the Metropolitan of Sliven, Arseniy.
Polling Stations in Medical Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Prisons until April 16th
By April 16th, the heads of medical facilities, nursing homes, and prisons can establish polling stations for the April 19th elections. Important information regarding the number of voters and types of voting.
How to Vote in the April 19th Elections: Steps for Machine and Paper Voting from the CEC
The CEC has published explanations for machine and paper voting in the upcoming elections. Instructions on the steps required for each type of vote, including how to use the machine and what to do with the paper ballot.