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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Breaking news: High-risk Ryanair flight blocked by Czech authorities over Central Europe
A low-cost carrier passenger aircraft was forcibly redirected due to a potential threat, which triggered military intervention over Germany and Austria.
Large-scale renovation of the Sarafovo neighborhood before the new school year
The Burgas Municipality has launched a large-scale renovation around Primary School "Hristo Botev", including replacement of sidewalks, new parking spaces, and landscaping on Angel Dimitrov Street.
Supreme Administrative Court confirms ban on American mink breeding in Bulgaria
The Supreme Administrative Court has definitively banned the import and breeding of American mink in Bulgaria, confirming the order of the Ministry of Environment and Water from 2022.
Government Approves Additional 34 Million Leva for Performing Arts
Minister of Culture Marian Bachev announced an increase in funding for state cultural institutions by 34 million leva, which will support theaters and operas.
US Human Rights Report on Bulgaria: Key Issues
The new US State Department report on human rights in Bulgaria notes ongoing problems, including arbitrary killings and restrictions on freedom of expression.
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov honors young heroes from Sungurlare for fighting fires
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov presented five young volunteers from Sungurlare to the cabinet for their assistance in extinguishing fires in the region.
BSU wins European funding for innovative educational project
Burgas Free University has won 400,000 euros under the "Erasmus+" program for a project promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in education and research.
Prosecutor's Office Investigates Additional Remunerations in RIA
The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has assigned KPKONPI to investigate a report of irregularities in the payment of additional remunerations at the "Road Infrastructure" Agency.
NIMH issues yellow code for high temperatures in 10 regions
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology warns of potentially dangerous high temperatures in 10 regions of Bulgaria. Temperatures of up to 37 degrees are expected.
Book Festival on the Beach: Burgas Welcomes Over 40 Publishing Houses at "With a Book on the Beach"
A five-day literary festival "With a Book on the Beach" will present dozens of new titles, premieres, and meetings with authors in the Sea Garden of Burgas from August 13 to 17.
Large-scale Water Pipeline Repairs in Burgas: Which Areas Will Be Without Water on August 13
Water Supply and Sewerage - Burgas announces planned emergency activities in several city districts that require temporary water supply interruption on August 13-14, 2025.
Bulgarian Government Sets Ambitious Goals for Living Standards
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced a focus on improving Bulgarians' living standards, despite political challenges, and called for institutional balance.
Military personnel from the Land Forces are fighting fires in Pirin and Sungurlare
Bulgarian military continue to fight forest fires in Pirin and Sungurlare. Teams are working in difficult conditions, using specialized equipment to control the natural disaster.
21 Crimes Solved in One Day in Burgas Region
In the Burgas area, 21 crimes were solved in the last 24 hours, with registered thefts, a fire, and serious traffic accidents, including a fatal one.
Large-scale operation to extinguish a fire in the area of Pirin National Park
Over 150 specialists are participating in extinguishing a spreading fire near the village of Ploski, which affects ten thousand decares in the mountain area.