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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Scholarships for Doctoral Students and Students: 27% and 15% Increase
The government approved a 27.3% increase in scholarships for doctoral students to 1562 leva and a 15% increase for students. The new amounts will come into effect from October 1, 2025 (doctoral students) and immediately after publication (students).
Burgas: Crimes and Traffic Accidents – Weekly Overview
The Burgas Ministry of Interior reports a dynamic week with registered thefts, criminal offences and traffic accidents. 14 crimes were solved, and several drivers were detained for driving under the influence of alcohol. Details from the investigations are indicative of diverse criminal activity in the region.
Changes to the NSO Law: Heated Debates in Parliament
The National Assembly voted on the first reading of amendments to the Law on the National Security Service (NSO), sparking heated debates and mutual accusations among MPs. The vote was accompanied by tension and accusations of corruption related to securing a quorum.
Peevski enters Parliament after clash with PP
Delyan Peevski entered the National Assembly after a sharp confrontation with MPs from _Prodalzhavame Promenata_ (PP), who blocked his access. Peevski stated "I will build a state with a capital D. The tension escalated, raising questions about the stability of parliamentary procedures.
PP Blocks Access to Parliament, Peevski Stopped
MPs from the PP party blocked access to the Parliament_q_s service parking lot to prevent Delyan Peevski from entering. Kiril Petkov stated that force would be needed to allow Peevski in. Tension in front of the Parliament is escalating.
Weather in Bulgaria: forecast for today and next week
Today in Bulgaria will be sunny with temperatures of 22°-27°. A temporary strengthening of the wind is expected along the Black Sea coast. Next week temperatures will rise to 33°.
Bulgarian-Romanian Exercise: Air Space Security
The joint Bulgarian-Romanian exercise "Blue Bridge – 2025" for air space security successfully concluded. MiG-29 and F-16 demonstrated seamless interaction while simulating a border crossing by a "violator". The exercise is of key importance for regional security.
No-Confidence Vote Against Zhelyazkov: Voting Tomorrow
Tomorrow at 4:45 PM, a vote of no confidence in the Zhelyazkov government will take place. The debates were heated, with accusations exchanged between parliamentary groups. The outcome will determine the political situation in the country.
Project "Strong Start": 1550 Kindergartens
Over 1550 kindergartens and schools in Bulgaria participate in the Ministry of Education and Science's "Strong Start" project. The program provides additional support for children with special educational needs (SEN), children at risk, and gifted children, promoting early childhood development and inclusion. The project is funded with 140 million leva.
COP Burgas - 20 Years of Successful Operation
The Center for Public Support - Burgas celebrated its 20th anniversary. The event brought together the mayor, representatives of the court, the prosecutor's office, and other institutions. COP Burgas is an example for other cities.
Burgasbus: 5 Million Leva Loan for Electric Buses
The municipal enterprise "Burgasbus" plans to take a 5 million leva loan to purchase 7 electric buses. The loan will co-finance a project for the modernization of urban transport in Burgas, improving the environment and quality of life.
Burgasbus seeks fare increase
The municipal carrier Burgasbus is proposing a 6-stotinka increase in the price of a single ticket to 1.56 leva starting in early 2026 due to increased costs for energy, labor, and investments. This is the first price increase since 2017.
Electronic Vignette and Eco Tax: Changes in Road Tolling
The Council of Ministers approved updates to the Regulation on Road Tolling. A 24-hour electronic vignette is being introduced, along with an ecological component for heavy goods vehicles, and stricter penalties for non-payment. Revenue will be invested in eco-projects.
DAF: 3.8 Million Hectares of Direct Payments Verified
The State Fund "Agriculture" completed verification of applications for direct payments for Campaign 2025. 742 hectares of doubly declared areas from 1059 beneficiaries were identified. Data is available online. The process has been optimized for greater convenience of farmers.
Book Publishing in Bulgaria 2024: Data from NSI
New data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI) shows that in 2024, 8891 books with a total print run of 5,297,385 copies and 1252 brochures were published in Bulgaria. The analysis reveals a diverse range of publications and trends in the book market.