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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Strong storm hits Sofia: 100 reports of damage and flooded streets
A powerful storm hit Sofia with intense rainfall of up to 30 l/sq.m. There are over 100 reports of fallen trees, flooded underpasses, and disrupted public transport. Emergency teams are working on the ground.
Shocking Data: Road Accidents and Fatalities Surge!
In the first half of 2026, the number of serious road accidents and fatalities increased significantly, particularly involving trucks. Experts are raising concerns about a complex problem with infrastructure and driver behavior. What measures is the government taking?
SHOCK! IARA Arrested Fishermen on Aheloy Reservoir – What Are the Consequences?
IARA inspected amateur fishermen at Aheloy Reservoir. No violations were found, but inspections will continue around the clock! Will there be fines and how to avoid problems? Find out now!
Ban on phones in class and access to social media for children: What did the committee decide?
The parliamentary committee rejected the GERB-SDS bill on restricting mobile devices in schools and access to social media for minors. See what the arguments and concerns were.
Record ocean temperatures in June intensify climate concerns
The world's oceans have reached their highest June temperature to date, with scientists warning of an even stronger effect from El Niño and global warming.
Swedish court rules record fine against Google over PriceRunner
A Stockholm court has ordered Google to pay $1.97 billion to PriceRunner in an antitrust case with the potential for long appeals.
The driver who caused the serious accident on the Trakia motorway appeals his arrest
The man accused of the tragic incident near Yambol, which claimed the lives of a man and two children, is appearing before the Burgas Appellate Court to request a more lenient pre-trial detention measure.
Urgent search: 11-year-old Natalia Asenova missing near Varna
Varna police and the GDBOP are searching for 11-year-old Natalia Asenova from the village of Konstantinovo. The child was last seen with 40-year-old Asen Simeonov. An AMBER Alert has been activated.
Drama in Aheloy: Operator of water attraction re-arrested following serious accident
After being released, the operator of the fatal water attraction in Aheloy has been detained again for 72 hours. A 17-year-old boy remains in critical condition.
Cloudy and rainy on June 2, cooler along the coast and in Western Bulgaria
For June 2, the NIMH forecasts cumulonimbus clouds and frequent showers in many regions of the country. It will be cooler along the Black Sea coast, with precipitation and moderate wind, while sea water remains around 19–20 degrees.
Ivan Demerdzhiev to GERB: "Do not be afraid of my words, be afraid of your practices"
Minister of Interior Ivan Demerdzhiev responded to GERB's threats of legal action by emphasizing that he is investigating corrupt practices in public procurement.
Coding Kids Burgas: Free programming and AI courses for kids
Burgas Municipality launches Coding Kids Burgas! Free training in Python and AI for children aged 6 to 14. Register by July 4, 2026. Spots are limited!
Three ministries in a joint plan against wildfires: What is the strategy for the summer?
The Ministries of Interior, Defense, and Agriculture are joining forces for prevention and rapid response to wildfires. See the new measures, equipment, and restrictions for farmers.
Parliament rejects request to terminate agreement with Ukraine
The National Assembly rejected the proposal by the "Vazrazhdane" party to denounce the cooperation agreement with Ukraine. The debates turned into heated arguments over foreign policy and the role of the caretaker government.
Large-scale operation on the Southern Black Sea coast: 10 detained for drugs and nitrous oxide
A specialized police operation in Sunny Beach and Sozopol led to the arrest of 10 people. Large quantities of drugs and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sold to minors were seized.