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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Tragedy in Aheloy: 10-year-old girl drowns in hotel pool while playing
A 10-year-old child from Ukraine has died in a hotel pool in Aheloy. The incident occurred during a summer camp while the children were playing a breath-holding game underwater. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, the child passed away.
New STEM center opens its doors at "Hristo Botev" Primary School, Dolno Ezerovo district
The school in the Burgas district of Dolno Ezerovo has opened a modern STEM center for innovative learning in natural sciences, technology, and mathematics in a modern environment.
Sozopol modernizes its fishing port with new smart technologies
The Municipality of Sozopol is launching a large-scale project to modernize the fishing harbor. Learn how European funds are improving the port's safety, infrastructure, and ecology.
Weather on June 25: a hot summer day, but with afternoon storms and extra caution at sea
Warm and sunny until noon, afternoon – cumulus clouds, precipitation, and thunderstorms in parts of the country. In Burgas – hot weather, warm sea, and careful swimming.
New high-tech STEM center opens doors at PGMEE – Burgas
The Professional High School of Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, and Electronics in Burgas has opened a new STEM center featuring a modern laboratory and technologies for innovative education in natural sciences and IT.
Traffic restored on the Trakia motorway near Yambol following a serious accident
Traffic in the direction of Sofia at the 290th kilometer of the Trakia motorway has been restored. The road was closed due to an accident involving a truck and a car.
Attention drivers: repair works restrict traffic on the Trakia motorway
On June 29 and 30, temporary traffic arrangements will be in place on the Trakia motorway due to repair works. See which sections are expected to have traffic disruptions.
The New CEC Leadership: Trust, Independence, and Professionalism as Priorities
CEC Chairman Georgi Horozov has outlined the main goals of the commission's new composition. See what the priorities are for transparent and more accessible elections.
European Folklore Championship "Euro Folk 2026" in Pomorie: See the program
On July 3 and 4, 2026, Pomorie will host the XVIII European Folklore Championship. Expect international performers, a rich program, and television broadcasting.
Attention! Bridge in Galabets village to be closed from June 24 to July 14, 2026, Pomorie
Full traffic closure on the bridge at km 9+730 in Galabets village due to repair works. See the detour route and alternative roads for the period 24.06-14.07.2026.
Bloody incident on Trakia motorway: Three dead after collision with a semi-truck
A severe accident on the Trakia motorway near Yambol has claimed three lives. A truck swerved into oncoming traffic due to a blown tire and struck a car. A second incident has blocked the detour route.
Serious accident near Aytos: Two women died after hitting a tree
A tragic incident on the Aytos – Karnobat road has claimed the lives of two women. A car with Sliven registration plates crashed into a roadside tree.
Large-scale illegal construction scheme in Varna: Inspections expanded
Minister Ivan Shishkov has uncovered an organized scheme for illegal construction in the Baba Alino area. The inspections cover abuses involving "tolerance certificates" and forged documents.
Social old-age pension increases to 183.81 euros from July 1
From July 1, the social old-age pension increases from 170.51 to 183.81 euros according to the Swiss rule, which automatically raises all non-employment-related pensions and supplements.
Trust in insurance is growing: how are Bulgarians changing their attitude towards security?
A new study shows an increase in trust in the insurance sector in Bulgaria to 60% by 2026. Bulgarians are increasingly viewing insurance as a personal responsibility and a tool for financial protection.