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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Boyko Borisov: We have grounds to govern, GERB is the leading force
Boyko Borisov announces GERB's intention to govern, highlighting achievements during their rule, such as economic growth and increased exports. Rosen Zhelyazkov returned the mandate.
Radev hands the first mandate to GERB-SDS, Zhelyazkov returns it empty
President Radev handed the first exploratory mandate to GERB-SDS, but Rosen Zhelyazkov returned the folder empty, calling for early elections at the end of March.
MMC Burgas Program in January: Educational, Cultural, and Social Events
The Youth International Center (MMC) Burgas presents its program for January, including educational workshops, cultural events, and social initiatives. Highlights include DIGI POWER MEETINGS with guest Alexander Ivanov, "City of Poets" with Yana Valcheva, Tolerance Week, and the "Tastes of Bango Vasil" celebration.
Attack on the Bulgarian Embassy in Skopje: MFA Strongly Condemns the Act and Calls for Punishment of the Culprits
An unknown person attacked the Bulgarian Embassy in Skopje. The MFA expressed strong condemnation of the act, emphasizing its inadmissibility and violation of the Vienna Convention. The Ministry calls for immediate action to identify the perpetrator and guarantee security.
SEC Demands the Cancellation of Increased Municipal Fees in Burgas
The political party "Middle European Class" (SEC) calls on the Municipality of Burgas to restore the old prices for fees and services after the NRA imposed an act on "Burgasbus" for raising the price of a ticket. The party points out specific examples of a significant increase in fees, including for burial plots and museum tickets.
Turkish warships in Burgas for exercises in the Black Sea
The Turkish warship T.C.G. Lt. (jg) "Arif Ekmekçi" docked in Burgas, part of a mine countermeasures group. The visit is part of the mission, the rotational command of MCM Black Sea is taken over by Turkey, Bulgaria participates with "Priboy".
Yellow Alert for Low Temperatures in 18 Regions of the Country
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) has issued a yellow alert for low temperatures in 18 regions of Bulgaria. Very cold mornings are expected, and conditions in the mountains will be dangerous.
Snow Clearing: 608 Machines on the Road, Restrictions and Advice for Drivers
608 snow clearing machines are treating the roads in winter conditions. Restrictions for heavy goods vehicles on some mountain passes. Advice for drivers.
Landslides and Road Restrictions: Current Information from API
Road conditions: Traffic restrictions due to landslides on roads III-866 Stoykite - Shiroka Laka and II-82 Sofia - Samokov. API calls for increased caution and winter tires.
NRA Checked Over 1000 Establishments for Price Gouging After Euro Introduction
The NRA found violations in 28 establishments following checks for price increases after the introduction of the euro. Shops, hairdressers, fitness centers, parking lots, restaurants, and medical laboratories were inspected.
Roads in Bulgaria: Conditions, Cleaning and Restrictions in Winter Conditions
Road Infrastructure Agency informs about the situation on the roads in the country. Cleaning, restrictions for heavy goods vehicles, and detours due to snowfall and incidents.
Sorrowful Statistics: One Dead and Ten Injured in Road Accidents in Bulgaria in 24 Hours
According to the Ministry of Interior, one person died and ten were injured in eight road accidents in the last 24 hours. In Sofia, 23 minor accidents without casualties were registered. A total of 123 accidents with 14 fatalities have occurred this month. An increase in the number of fatalities compared to the previous year has been reported.
Flu at its Peak: Kunchev Advises How to Protect Ourselves
Assoc. Prof. Kunchev gives advice on flu symptoms, treatment, and when it is appropriate to get vaccinated, alerting to the peak of the illness.
51 Fires in 24 Hours: Garage, Hotel and Houses Burned
Over the past 24 hours, 51 fires were extinguished in Bulgaria. Firefighters responded to 114 calls, including fires in a garage, a hotel and houses. One person was injured.
Cracked Dam on the Struma River near Batanovtsi: Recurring Problem, Lack of Funds and Expectation of a Response
Critical situation near Batanovtsi after a crack in the dam on the Struma River. Heavy rainfall and the recurring problem of floods bring to the fore the issue of a lack of funds for a permanent solution. Mayor Radoslav Petrov calls for action from the state.