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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Elena Stoyanova and Dr. Teodor Baykushev become honorary citizens of Tsarevo
The Municipality of Tsarevo honored prominent individuals with the title of "Honorary Citizen" and approved new large-scale projects for education and social inclusion through European funding.
Traffic restrictions on Trakia Motorway at km 222 due to a broken-down truck
The active lane and the emergency lane on the Trakia Motorway in the direction of Burgas are temporarily closed. Traffic is being diverted to the left lane only due to the removal of a heavy goods vehicle.
35 Years of the Constitution of Bulgaria: A Lesson in Statehood by Nadezhda Koleva
Nadezhda Koleva from "Progressive Bulgaria" recalled the importance of the Seventh Grand National Assembly and the need for a new generation of statesmen committed to the rule of law.
BulevART in Burgas: Full program of events from July 14 to 19
Discover the "BulevART" cultural program in Burgas for the week of July 14-19. Enjoy concerts, exhibitions, quiz nights, salsa, and poetry by the sea.
Over 31 million euros for new textbooks and teaching materials in Bulgarian schools for 2026
The government has allocated over 31 million euros for textbooks and electronic resources for kindergartens and schools in 2026. Learn how the funds are being distributed.
Professor Petko Chobanov nominated for the Order of "St. St. Cyril and Methodius"
The Council of Ministers has nominated Professor Petko Chobanov for the Order of "St. St. Cyril and Methodius," first class, for his contribution to higher education and the Burgas Free University.
Scandal: Warehouse with 50,000 contraband vapes busted in police operation
A large-scale operation has uncovered an illegal shipment of 50,000 vapes without excise stamps. The investigation leads to a prominent businessman, owner of a fitness chain and a construction entrepreneur.
Bloody July: 12 dead and over 200 injured on Bulgaria's roads
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reports grim statistics since the beginning of the month. In the last 24 hours alone, there have been 18 serious accidents resulting in two deaths and 23 injuries. See the current data.
107 fires in 24 hours: Two injured in domestic and field incidents
A busy 24 hours for the country's firefighters: 107 fires extinguished and 180 emergency calls. Two men were hospitalized with burns following incidents in Plovdiv and Blagoevgrad.
Budget 2026: What are the changes to pensions, salaries, and insurance contributions?
Parliament is discussing the 2026 budgets for the State Social Security and the National Health Insurance Fund. Learn how pensions, insurance thresholds, and health insurance contributions are changing in the new state budget.
Over 51 million euros for the Ministry of Interior: New personal documents and road safety in 2026
The government has approved over 51.8 million euros for the Ministry of Interior. The funds will be invested in the modernization of personal documents and a road safety fund.
Important for hunters: hunting license fees abolished in Bulgaria
The Council of Ministers has adopted changes to the Tariff of fees under the Law on Hunting and Game Conservation. See the new rules for issuing and validating hunting licenses.
Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov University of Burgas opens a branch in Dobrich
A new branch of the Burgas University will train 60 future nurses in Dobrich. The project aims to address the shortage of medical personnel in the region.
The Burgas Water and Sewerage Association rejected the business plan for 2027-2031
The Burgas Water and Sewerage Association returned the company's business plan for revision due to a lack of justification for the rise in water prices and unclear investment plans.
Bulgaria takes a key position on the 21st EU sanctions package against Russia
The Bulgarian government supported the new EU sanctions but defended its national interest on three critical points, including energy and the metro system.