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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Amendments to the Defense Act: Raising the Service Age, Protection from Drones, and More
Amendments to the Defense Act come into effect, including an increase in the maximum service age, the right to use weapons against drones, the definition of "deterrence," and other provisions. The President imposed a veto, which was overridden.
Minimum Wage in Bulgaria to Rise to 1213 Leva from January 1, 2026: Detailed Overview of Changes
The minimum wage (MW) in Bulgaria from January 1, 2026 will be 1213 leva, which is an increase of 12.6%. The poverty line is also increasing, as is the hourly rate. An overview of the key changes, affected groups and upcoming parliamentary decisions.
Fires in Burgas Region: Man in critical condition after fire in Burgas, death in the village of Bilka
New Year's Eve in the Burgas region was calm for the Emergency Department, but the morning brought two fires. A man is in danger of his life after a fire in Burgas, and there is a death in the village of Bilka.
The first baby for 2026 in Maichin Dom
The first baby for 2026 in the largest obstetrics and gynecology hospital in the country cried 35 minutes after the start of the new year. It's a boy, weighs 4.160 kg and is 54 cm tall. He was born naturally. Twins are the last babies from December 31, 2025.
Tragic Statistics: Fatalities and Injuries in Accidents in 2025
The Ministry of Interior reports a decrease in fatalities in road accidents in 2025, despite a large number of crashes. Details on the total number of accidents, victims and injured, as well as a focus on the situation in Sofia.
Busy at Pirogov: Over 500 Patients on New Year's, Injured by Fireworks
The emergency department of Pirogov reported over 500 patients on December 31, 2025. Three were injured by fireworks, and the on-call shift was also busy in neurosurgery. Comparison with the previous year.
Schengen after one year: Benefits for Bulgaria and challenges for the country
One year after full accession to Schengen, Bulgaria is marking significant successes. Reduced migration pressure, growth in detected crimes and an improved economic climate are among the positive effects. A National Coordination Mechanism has been established to ensure the effective implementation of Schengen legislation.
Important for vignettes in 2026: Over 682,000 expire in the first two months!
In 2026, many vignettes will be replaced. Find out when yours expire, what the prices are in euros and leva, as well as important details about payments. API records record collection.
Ministry of Interior: 13 Drivers Under the Influence of Alcohol, 12 Under the Influence of Drugs
Over 12,000 vehicles were checked during a specialized police operation. 13 drunk drivers and 12 under the influence of drugs were identified. Over 3400 violation reports were issued.
Bulgaria in the Eurozone: BNB Becomes Part of the Eurosystem, Radev on the ECB Governing Council
With Bulgaria's accession to the Eurozone, the BNB joins the Eurosystem, and Governor Dimitar Radev gains a seat on the ECB Governing Council. The ECB welcomes Bulgaria and marks the integration with an installation in Frankfurt.
Bulgaria in the Eurozone: A Historic Moment with Benefits for Growth and Investment
Bulgaria has joined the Eurozone, which is expected to lead to economic benefits such as more investment, growth, and jobs. European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis congratulated Bulgaria on this historic moment.
The President, Speaker of the National Assembly, and Outgoing Prime Minister Highlighted Euro Adoption
In their New Year's messages, Rumen Radev, Raya Nazaryan, and Rosen Zhelyazkov commented on the adoption of the euro as a key moment for Bulgaria, emphasizing its strategic importance for stability, the economy, and its place in the EU.
Vladimir Krumov with a New Year's address to the citizens of Burgas
The Regional Governor of Burgas, Vladimir Krumov, sent a New Year's message, highlighting the successes and challenges in 2025, thanking the professionals and wishing health and development in 2026.
Happy New Year 2026 - the Year of the Fire Horse!
The editorial team of Burgas Media congratulates the Bulgarian people on the upcoming New Year 2026, a symbol of strength, energy, and success. We wish you health, prosperity and new horizons in the Year of the Fire Horse
New Year's Banitsa with Fortune in Burgas: Over 3000 Pieces and Glasses of Wine for the Holiday
In Burgas, a New Year's banitsa with fortunes is being prepared, which will be distributed at Troykata Square. Over 3000 pieces of banitsa and glasses of wine await the residents and guests of the city on New Year's Eve.