News
Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Hybrid Attack on Ursula von der Leyen's Plane in Plovdiv
The National Assembly heard Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov regarding the incident with Ursula von der Leyen's plane, which was affected by a Russian attack.
Tragedy in Lisbon: Historic Funicular 'Gloria' Derails, with Casualties and Injuries
A tragic incident involving the 'Gloria' funicular in Lisbon has claimed the lives of 15 people. The causes of a technical malfunction are under investigation.
Ryanair Abolishes Paper Boarding Passes from November 3, 2025
Ryanair is discontinuing the issuance of paper boarding passes from November 3, 2025, transitioning to digital service through its app.
Commissioner Maria Albuquerque in Bulgaria: New Strategy for Savings
European Commissioner Maria Albuquerque is arriving in Bulgaria for talks on the new EU strategy for directing savings towards investments. She will meet with the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank to discuss changes in the sector and the improvement of financial literacy.
Disney to Pay Millions in Fines for Children's Data Violations
Disney will pay a $10 million fine after a dispute with the FTC for violating the COPPA law by collecting data from children on YouTube.
Dangerous experiment: young people climb a crane on a construction site in Sofia
A group of seven young people snuck onto a construction site in Sofia, climbed a crane, and live-streamed on social media until they were rescued by the police.
Deputy Minister: 8,000 Children in Bulgaria Depend on Social Care
Approximately 8,000 children in Bulgaria depend on the care of social workers, which highlights the need for urgent measures for the child protection system.
Hail Suppression Project: Silver Iodide Generators
The government is launching a hail suppression project, and a pilot site with ground-based silver iodide generators will be built in Karnobat.
Expansion of the _q_Chiren_ Gas Storage Facility: The First Phase Has Been Successfully Completed
The first phase of the expansion of the _q_Chiren_ gas storage facility has been completed, increasing its gas storage capacity to 650 million cubic meters.
Modernization of the Railway Network: Elin Pelin - Kostenets Tunnel Excavated
The National Railway Infrastructure Company has completed the excavation of a new tunnel on the Elin Pelin - Kostenets route, a key stage in the modernization of the railway network in Bulgaria.
National Program for the Digitalization of Community Centers and Libraries
Bulgaria is launching a program for the digitalization of community centers and libraries with a budget of 60 million BGN, which will fund 760 new digital clubs.
Digitalization of Healthcare: Electronic Health Cards for Children
The Ministry of Health is introducing electronic health cards and notes. They eliminate the need for paper documents for children and adolescents under 18.
Danube Bridge: Two-way traffic opens on the renovated lane
After repairs, the Danube Bridge near Ruse is moving to a new stage, with two-way traffic being introduced on the renovated lane towards Bulgaria.
Average Speed Control: New Rules for 22 Risky Sections
The National Toll Administration is introducing average speed control on 22 risky road sections starting September 6. The goal is to reduce accidents.
Traffic changes on the Struma Motorway due to nighttime maintenance
Traffic on the Struma Motorway in the «Malo Buchino» tunnel towards Sofia will be stopped tonight for maintenance, with traffic rerouted in both directions.