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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Troyan now officially calculates its prices in levs and euros - what does the first check show?
A reporter's investigation reveals how traders and customers in Troyan receive the dual pricing before the introduction of the euro, uncovering various challenges and attitudes.
The Early History of the Bulgarian Lev and the Road to a National Currency
BAS corresponding member Ivan Rusev explains the origins of the lev and why it was chosen as Bulgaria’s national currency.
Preventive Measures Against Summer Fires in Burgas Region: Coordination, Technologies, and Public Information
In Burgas region, strict preventive actions against fires are being introduced during summer – mobile teams, drones, information campaigns, and special rules for machinery and farmers.
Important message: Temporary changes in the work of Sozopol Municipality
Due to ongoing repair work, access to the municipal building is partially restricted. Citizens can receive services at alternative locations.
Current Information on Traffic at Bulgarian Border Crossings - What You Need to Know
Express overview of movement at borders with Serbia, North Macedonia, Romania, Turkey, and Greece. Important details about the passage regime and current repair activities.
Burgas metal band Hellbound achieves success in world competition
Hellbound from Burgas ranked third in the prestigious Wacken Metal Battle among 30 finalists out of 12,633 bands. This is a historic success for the Bulgarian metal scene.
Warm temperatures and light precipitation: The weather forecast for the country today
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology forecasts sunny weather with occasional precipitation in the southern regions and moderate wind from east-northeast.
Burgas Prosecutor's Office Detains Driver for Fatal Crash
The District Prosecutor's Office in Burgas has detained a vehicle driver accused of causing death by negligence in a severe accident in the municipality of Pomorie.
Pleven Remains on Water Regime, Network Replacement Earliest in September
The critical water crisis in Pleven continues, and water supply network replacement projects can only start in the autumn.
Maria Filipova: A Vision for a Modern Ombudsman Focused on Citizens' Rights
The candidate for deputy ombudsman Maria Filipova presents an ambitious program for protecting consumer rights and improving institutional communication through innovative approaches.
Lovech Region achieves record yields for autumn agricultural crops in 2025
The Regional Agriculture Directorate reports a significant increase in wheat, barley, and rapeseed production, thanks to favorable climatic conditions and modern agricultural techniques.
Melania Trump Threatens Hunter Biden with $1 Billion Lawsuit over Epstein
The First Lady wants Hunter Biden to withdraw and apologize for claiming Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump - otherwise she will sue for over $1 billion
Bulgaria with the largest decline in industrial production in the EU
In June 2025, Bulgaria recorded an 8.2% annual decline in industrial production, the most significant in the EU. The country also registered a monthly decrease of 1.7%.
New carbon import taxation mechanism from 2026
From January 1, 2026, a new regulation for importing energy-intensive goods from non-EU countries comes into effect, part of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
Bulgarian Posts - Ready for Safe Currency Conversion When Introducing the Euro
The national postal operator has launched a large-scale preparation for exchanging levs to euros, including specialized staff training, technological provision, and security measures.