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Former Finance Minister: Bulgaria Can Enter the Eurozone in 2026 at the Earliest

Former Finance Minister Simeon Dyankov has suggested that Bulgaria's potential entry into the Eurozone may not materialize before 2026

Business » Finance | May 16, 2024, Thursday // 09:45

Update: Slovak Prime Minister Regains Consciousness After Assassination Attempt

The Slovak Prime Minister, Robert Fico, has regained consciousness, although he remains in a serious condition following an attack

World » EU | May 16, 2024, Thursday // 09:42

Weather Forecast in Bulgaria: Continued Rain and Cool Temperatures Until End of May

According to Assistant Professor Anastasia Stoycheva, PhD, the Director of the Department "Forecasts" at the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology

Society » Environment | May 16, 2024, Thursday // 09:40

Bulgaria's GDP Shows Modest Growth in Early 2024

In the initial quarter of 2024, Bulgaria's economy expanded by 0.4%, as per an expedited evaluation by the National Statistical Institute (NSI), a slight deceleration from the 0.5% growth witnessed in the final quarter of the preceding year

Business » Finance | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 18:00

Bulgaria Nears Eurozone Inflation Criterion, European Commission Forecasts

The European Commission anticipates that Bulgaria will narrowly approach meeting the inflation criterion required for entry into the Eurozone, although it may not fully satisfy it

World » EU | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 17:28

BREAKING: Slovakian Prime Minister Has Been Shot!

The Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico, was the target of an attempted attack, with no current information available regarding his condition.

World » EU | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 16:41

Romania Gets Ahead of Bulgaria Again: PM Expects Visa-Free Travel to US by October

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu has announced that Romanians will likely no longer require visas to travel to the United States by October of this year

World » Southeast Europe | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 16:03

Bulgarian Authorities Probe Chilling Murder Case in Botevgrad

Authorities in Botevgrad are currently investigating a grave crime

Crime | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 15:02

Bulgaria Ranks Among Top Three in Europe for Sheep Farming Subsidies

Bulgaria ranks among the top three countries in Europe in terms of financial support for sheep farming, yet the sector struggles due to outdated farming practices

Business » Industry | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 15:00

US Announces $2 Billion Military Aid Boost for Ukraine

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced in Kyiv that the United States will provide Ukraine with an additional 2 billion USD in military aid

World » Ukraine | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 14:54

Bulgarian Banker: No One Enters the Eurozone in the Middle of the Year

According to Levon Hampartzoumian, the likelihood of Bulgaria joining the Eurozone in 2025 is very slim, as no country has ever entered during the middle of the year

Business » Finance | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 13:12

Higher Education Crisis: Bulgarian Universities Shut Doors in Protest

All state universities, along with some private institutions, will be closed on May 20 in protest against the government's failure to fulfill its obligations outlined in the Higher Education Law

Society » Education | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 12:43

Blinken's Bizarre Guitar Performance in Kyiv Amidst Destructive Russian Offensive

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made an appearance at a bar in Kyiv, Ukraine, where he joined members of a Ukrainian rock band in playing the song "Rockin' in the Free World" on guitar

World » Ukraine | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 12:32

Bulgarian Railways to Introduce Electronic Ticketing System, Abandoning Paper Tickets

Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) is set to bid farewell to paper tickets, as passengers will soon have the option to purchase their train tickets using various electronic channels.

Society | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 12:22

Putin Named the Main Issue for Resolving the War with Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the need for "reliable guarantees for Russia and Ukraine from Western countries" in an interview with the Chinese news agency Xinhua

World » Ukraine | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 12:06

Ukraine Withdraws Forces Amidst Russian Offensive in Kharkiv Region

Ukraine has withdrawn its forces from multiple villages in the northeastern Kharkiv region, where Russian troops are advancing and launching attacks on a village in a fresh offensive along the border,

World » Ukraine | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 11:54

French President Macron Recommends Varna as a Must-Visit Destination

French President Emmanuel Macron has designated Varna as one of his favored travel destination

Business » Tourism | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 11:13

Ukraine's Zelensky Cancels Visits to Spain and Portugal Due to Serious Internal Situation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has decided to cancel his scheduled visits to Portugal and Spain

World » Ukraine | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 11:08

Wizz Air Introduces New Varna to London Gatwick Route

"Wizz Air" has unveiled a fresh route from Varna to London Gatwick Airport, marking an expansion in its flight offerings

Business » Tourism | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 10:46

Protests Emerge as Taxi Stands Disappear in Sofia: Ultimatum to Mayor

The taxi industry in Bulgaria is issuing an ultimatum to the local government due to recent changes in road organization, particularly the removal of taxi stands in Sofia

Society | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 10:30

Proposed Price Adjustments: Heating Costs in Sofia May See Significant Reduction

"Toplofikatsia Sofia," the capital's heating supply company, has proposed a significant reduction in the price of thermal energy starting from July 1st

Business » Energy | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 10:05
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