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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Weather in Bulgaria: Rain and strong wind today
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected in Bulgaria today. The most significant rainfall will occur in Southwestern, Central Northern and Northeastern Bulgaria. It's also dangerous in the mountains, increased caution advised.
Man Arrested in Nessebar Following Incident Involving Damaged Property
A 30-year-old man, known to the police, has been arrested in Nessebar following an incident at a residence. The man damaged property and drugs were found; a pre-trial investigation has commenced.
Detention of Officers from Varna Arrest Following Inspection
Five officers from the Varna arrest have been detained following an inspection by the Ministry of Justice. Prohibited items were found, including technical equipment and tablets. Inspections in the arrests continue.
Fires in Bulgaria: 42 extinguished in 24 hours
Over the past 24 hours, 42 fires have been extinguished in Bulgaria, the GDPSN reported. Teams responded to 94 calls. There are no reports of casualties. Fire services are also carrying out rescue operations.
Road Safety: Alarming Statistics for Accidents in Bulgaria
The Ministry of Interior reported alarming data on road safety in Bulgaria. In the last 24 hours, 22 serious accidents were registered, with 26 people injured. The trend since the beginning of the month shows 27 deaths. Measures for improvement are needed.
Lukoil Neftohim Burgas: Meeting about the future of the refinery
Rumen Spetsov discussed the future of Lukoil Neftohim Burgas with employees. Guaranteed jobs and reliable fuel supplies. Management tasks and compliance with sanctions were discussed.
Inspections of Water Bodies on the Black Sea Coast: Violations and Measures
Inspection of water bodies on the Black Sea coast revealed violations. Over 20 sites were inspected, with violations found in 27% of them. Minister Genov announced measures for control and inventory of the sites.
Albena AD towards Energy Independence and Circular Economy
Albena AD is striving for energy independence with renewable sources, already covering half of its needs. The company is developing a circular economy, including waste processing and its own agriculture, and also accepts waste from neighboring resorts.
Premiere of the film "Secrets of the Black Sea Atlantis" in Pomorie
The premiere of a documentary about the secrets of the Black Sea and Atlantis took place in Pomorie. The event, organized by the Youth Center, attracted a lot of interest and presented archaeological discoveries.
Large-scale outage due to Cloudflare paralyzes access to global platforms
A technical problem in Cloudflare's cloud infrastructure temporarily stopped the operation of websites and applications in Bulgaria and around the world. The cause - an error in routing and server overload during an update.
Autism Research: Bulgarian Institutions Unite Efforts
Two Bulgarian scientific institutions are launching joint research into the causes of autism. The Center at Sofia University and the laboratory in Burgas will use computer developments and genetic studies. The goal is - to improve the diagnosis and integration of children with autism.
Sea Stars from Nessebar Triumphed at the "Nightingales Sing" Competition
The vocal group "Sea Stars" from Nessebar won the grand prize at the National competition "Nightingales Sing near Sliven". The young talents also brought home other awards, solidifying their successes in music.
Water and Sewer Network Repair in Burgas: Temporary Organization
Repairs to the water and sewer network are starting in Burgas on "Debelt" street. From November 19, 2025, there will be a temporary traffic organization. Detour routes are recommended. The restrictions are expected to last two weeks.
Pre-Holiday Aid: Sacheva Calls for Financial Assistance
Denitsa Sacheva calls for legislative proposals for financial aid before Christmas and Easter. The goal is " support for citizens, based on analysis and expertise, to address social exclusion ". The proposals should be sustainable.
Spetsov Dismisses Lukoil Chairman: Manyakhin Removed
Rumen Spetsov, the new special manager of Lukoil, removed Evgeni Manyakhin from the position of Chairman of the Management Board. The change in leadership takes effect immediately, with the reasons remaining unclear.