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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Hemus Highway Crash: 5 Injured, Including a Child
A serious car accident on the Hemus Highway near Varna left five people injured, including a four-year-old child. The driver of a Lamborghini lost control of his vehicle, colliding with other cars. The investigation is ongoing.
Theft of Rare Turtles in Nessebar
20 newly hatched turtles have been stolen from the Rescue Centre in Nessebar. The Centre is asking for help in finding the rare animals, five different species, approximately 5 cm in size. An investigation is underway.
Children's Health Forum: Transplants and Prevention
An important pediatric forum was held in Burgas, focusing on organ transplants in children and the importance of regular check-ups. Challenges facing children's medicine in Bulgaria and the need for improved health culture were discussed.
Russian Drone Violates Romanian Airspace
Romania confirmed a violation of its airspace by a Russian drone. The incident, the second for a NATO member, was described by Zelenskyy as an escalation of the war. The lack of comment from Moscow raises serious questions.
School Bus Inspection: 1000 Checked
The Executive Agency "Automobile Administration" inspected nearly 1000 school buses. Despite rectified inconsistencies, 36 injunctions were issued, raising concerns about children's safety. Strict control continues.
57,000 First-Graders for 2025/2026: Renovations, Teachers, and Reforms
Around 57,000 children will become first-graders in the 2025/2026 academic year. The Ministry of Education plans large-scale school renovations, addressing the teacher shortage, and reforming curricula. The number of schools operating in two shifts is being reduced.
Counterfeit Goods: Fake Detergents and Children's Products Seized
Officers of the Sofia City Directorate of the Ministry of Interior (SDVR) disrupted an illegal trading network distributing counterfeit detergents and children's goods. Over 2000 packages of detergent and 284 children's items were confiscated. The investigation is ongoing.
Fire near Rila Monastery - Fighting the Flames
A large fire is raging near the Rila Monastery, covering about 900 hectares. Firefighters are battling the flames on their professional holiday. The situation is serious, but they hope to contain the spread.
Air Space Defence: Bulgaria Strengthens Measures
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov announced strengthened measures to protect Bulgaria_q_s airspace, particularly in the northeastern part of the country, in the context of increased regional tension and potential provocations. Bulgaria guarantees the security of civil aviation and is ready for an adequate response.
Road Accidents in Bulgaria: 1 Dead, 18 Injured
Seventeen serious road accidents were registered in Bulgaria in the last 24 hours, resulting in one fatality and 18 injuries. Since the beginning of the year, there have been 4784 serious accidents with 303 deaths and 5999 injuries. Urgent improvement of road safety is necessary.
New Chickenpox Vaccine in the Calendar by 2026
Minister Kirilov announced a goal of mandatory chickenpox vaccination by 2026. Vaccination will be carried out in two doses, and electronic health cards will facilitate the process. This is a significant step for public health.
Europe Motorway: Officially Opened!
The 63-kilometer Europe Motorway, connecting Kalotina with the Hemus and Trakia motorways, has been officially opened. The project alleviates traffic and is an important step in the modernization of Bulgaria's road infrastructure.
Attack on Ambulances near Burgas: Injured Drivers
Two ambulance drivers were slightly injured in an attack near the Burgas University Hospital. A man, intoxicated, attacked the ambulances with a gun and a metal pipe. An investigation is underway.
Weather Forecast: Sunny with Expected Rain
Today the weather will be mostly sunny, with expected rain in Western Bulgaria in the evening. Temperatures will be between 26 and 31 degrees. Along the Black Sea coast it will be sunny, with water temperature 24-25 degrees.
Forest fire in Topolovgrad: State of emergency, 2500 decares affected
A partial state of emergency has been declared in the municipality of Topolovgrad due to a large forest fire that has affected 2500 decares. Teams are battling the fire.