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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Asen Vasilev: "Progressive Bulgaria" takes 2.39 euros from every pensioner and avoids real reforms
PP leader Asen Vasilev criticizes PB for cutting pension increases and lacking reforms, while Bozhidar Bozhanov labels the reduction of party subsidies as populism against the backdrop of a new 3.8 billion euro debt.
International success: Young artist from Burgas captivates the jury in Nova Zagora
Sofia Kuleba from Burgas is among the awardees at the XXVIII International Youth Art Exhibition in Nova Zagora, selected from 2,795 entries from around the world.
Sirens at 12:00 paid tribute to Hristo Botev 150 years after his death
At exactly 12:00 p.m. on June 2, sirens sounded across the country in memory of Hristo Botev and those who died for Bulgaria's freedom, marking the 150th anniversary of his death.
Denitsa Sacheva: GERB-UDF opposes the cabinet's budget cuts
GERB-UDF MP Denitsa Sacheva criticized the measures proposed by the government in the budget, describing them as a "political hammer" and an attempt to stifle the opposition.
Lyuben Dilov-son has passed away: Farewell to a brilliant writer, screenwriter, and politician
Lyuben Dilov-son has left us—an iconic intellectual, politician, and author of landmark television projects. Boyko Borisov expressed his condolences over the loss of his friend.
Writer and MP Lyuben Dilov-syn dies at 61
Lyuben Dilov-syn – writer, journalist, television author, and member of parliament – has passed away after a difficult health period, announced GERB leader Boyko Borisov.
Wave of fake bomb threats in schools across the country
Police carried out inspections in schools in Plovdiv, Karlovo, Asenovgrad, Razgrad, and a kindergarten in Varna following bomb threats. No explosive devices were found.
Pension updates from July 1st: why the real increase will not be 7.8% for everyone
Due to the removal of the 60 BGN COVID supplement, the real increase from July 1st will be below 7.8% for most pensions, with lower incomes being most severely affected.
106 reports of fires and incidents over the past 24 hours: What happened?
Over the past 24 hours, firefighters responded to 106 reports across the country. 46 fires were extinguished with no casualties, and 56 rescue operations were carried out.
Drunk and drugged driver hits a motorcyclist in Aheloy – the victim is in the hospital
Serious accident in Aheloy: A 43-year-old driver under the influence of alcohol and drugs failed to yield to a 23-year-old motorcyclist. The victim is in the hospital with fractures.
Drunken Belgian causes accident with over 3 promille of alcohol near Ravda
A driver with 3.04 promille of alcohol crashed into a parked car near Ravda. The Belgian citizen has been detained, and his vehicle has been seized by the police.
Burgas pulses to the rhythm of June: Top events and festivals you shouldn't miss
From large-scale festivals and concerts by global stars to a charity match with legends – find out what Burgas has in store for the first weekend of June. See the full program here!
Attempted murder and arson: Man set fire to a van containing 10 kg of drugs near Burgas
A man has been remanded in custody after setting fire to a van containing over 10 kg of cannabis, endangering the life of a woman. The Burgas prosecutor's office is tightening measures against drug trafficking.
Ivan Portnih on the "Baba Alino" scandal: Kotsev is putting on a circus with tolerance
Former Varna mayor Ivan Portnih rejected accusations of illegal construction in the "Baba Alino" area and pointed to those responsible within Blagomir Kotsev's team.
Government proposes: reduced subsidies, an end to COVID supplements, and a new debt ceiling
The government is proposing a series of financial measures, including a reduction in party subsidies and changes to the state budget. A vote is expected in early August.