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Deputy PM Zafirov: Bulgaria Acts Adequately Trying to Care for Refugee Children
Bulgarian News Agency
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Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov said here on Tuesday that Bulgaria is responding adequately to the challenge of building a sustainable model for caring for refugee children. Zafirov was speaking at the Council of Ministers during a...
No Settlements in Bulgaria Face Round-the-Clock Water Cuts – Regional Development Minister
Bulgarian News Agency
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There are no settlements in Bulgaria experiencing water outages round the clock; however, some are on rationing due to insufficient water, mainly in underground water sources. The observation was made by Regional Development and Public Works...
The Weather on July 30
Bulgarian News Agency
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Mostly sunny. Cumulus clouds and brief rainshowers in Southern and Eastern Bulgaria in the afternoon, thundery in the Rhodope Moutnains. Light northwesterly wind, light to moderate northwesterly wind in the Danubian and Upper Thracian plains, as...
The fire situation in Bulgaria remains complex
BGNES
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July 29, 2025
The fire situation in Bulgaria remains complicated. Despite the rain and cooler weather, emergency teams are on duty throughout the night to prevent the already extinguished fires from reigniting. About 30,000 decares were burned in the large fire...
GERB Leads Bulgaria's Political Landscape with 25.7% Support, Gallup Survey Shows
Novinite
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The latest Gallup survey confirms GERB as the dominant political force in Bulgaria, securing 25.7% support. This steady lead is largely attributed to the government's active performance, notably the management of the Recovery and Sustainability...
Experts Criticize Bulgaria’s Euro Transition Law as Vague and Overreaching
Novinite
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The recent amendments to Bulgaria’s Euro Introduction Law have sparked significant controversy, with prominent economists and political figures voicing sharp criticism over its unclear provisions and broad regulatory powers. Lachezar Bogdanov,...
Weather Forecast for July 29: Thunderstorms and Hail in Parts of Bulgaria
Novinite
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On July 29, Western and Central Bulgaria will experience cumulus clouds in the morning, shifting to Eastern Bulgaria in the afternoon. The day will bring rain showers accompanied by thunder and occasional hail. Winds will blow from the west to...
Weather forecast: Colder front sweeps across the country from the Northwest
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 28, 2025
On Tuesday minimum temperatures will range between 17° C., and 24° C., for Sofia 18° C. Comparatively colder air will sweep across the country from the Northwest. Cumulus and cumulonimbus clouds will form, first over the Western and central...
Bulgaria’s Consumer Basket Drops by 2 Leva as Seasonal Trends Take Hold
Novinite
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The consumer basket in Bulgaria has registered a slight weekly decrease in price, dropping by 2 leva - from 101 to 99 leva. This shift is attributed to seasonal dynamics influencing the market, according to Vladimir Ivanov, Chairman of the State...
Bulgarian Prime Minister Meets with Moldovan President in Chisinau
Bulgarian News Agency
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Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov met with Moldovan President Maia Sandu in Chisinau, the Cabinet's press centre said on Monday. He stressed that Bulgaria supports strongly Moldova's European integration and highly values the political will of...
Bulgaria Battles Over 260 Fires Nationwide as Arson Investigations Begin
Novinite
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In the past 24 hours, firefighters in Bulgaria have extinguished 269 fires, according to an emergency briefing by the Interior Ministry’s Firefighting Headquarters. The country is grappling with a severe wildfire crisis, intensified by hot weather...
Bulgaria Prosecuting Two Arsonists for Terrorism as Wildfires Spread
Novinite
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Two individuals accused of deliberately setting fires in Bulgaria are now facing terrorism charges. One is suspected of igniting a blaze in Veliko Tarnovo, while the other is linked to fires started in Sliven. The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office is...
Weather tracker: cooldown in sight for south-east Europe after scorching heatwave
The Guardian
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July 28, 2025
After enduring a relentless stretch of searing temperatures, relief is finally in sight for south-east Europe. The Balkans, which have been scorched by a brutal heatwave over recent weeks, have seen daily maximum temperatures soar, culminating in...
Weather in Bulgaria: Heat Warnings in Place Despite Slight Temperature Drop on Monday
Novinite
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On Monday, July 28, Bulgaria will experience another hot summer day, although temperatures will slightly decrease in some regions. Despite the drop, warm weather will persist across most of the country, with maximum values ranging from 30°C in the...
Global heatwaves and wildfires intensify climate concerns
Donga Ilbo
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Countries around the world, including the U.S., China, Japan, Turkiye, and Greece, are facing extreme weather events such as heatwaves, wildfires, and heavy rainfall. On Saturday, wildfires erupted in at least five areas across Greece, including...
ABV Chair Discusses Humanitarian Situation in Palestine with Representatives of Arab Countries' Diplomatic Missions in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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ABV Chairman Rumen Petkov discussed with ambassadors and representatives of diplomatic missions in Bulgaria of Middle Eastern and Arab countries the humanitarian situation in Palestine and the need for an immediate end to military action and...
90% of Wildfires in Bulgaria Caused by Human Error and Negligence, Says Interior Ministry Secretary General
Bulgarian News Agency
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About 90% of wildfires in Bulgaria are caused by human error and negligence, said the Interior Ministry Secretary General, Chief Commissioner Miroslav Rashkov. On Monday, he arrived at the site of a wildfire near the village of Radovets,...
Membership of the Schengen area and the eurozone expands the common ground between Bulgaria and China
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 28, 2025
Diplomatic relations between China and the European Union span over half a century and have delivered substantial economic gains. “Trade between China and Europe has grown from 2.4 billion to almost 786 billion US dollars, with today’s daily...
SumUp Continues its Global Commitment to the Environment in 2025 with Initiatives Across Europe, Latin America and Asia
Financial IT
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For the fourth consecutive year, global fintech, SumUp has reaffirmed its dedication to making a meaningful and lasting impact through its environmental initiatives. Guided by its mission to champion small business ownership globally and its “3Es”...
Bulgarian High-School Students Win Four Medals at International Biology Olympiad
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgarian high-school students have won four medals at the world’s most prestigious biology competition of the year. At the International Biology Olympiad, held from July 20 to 27 in Quezon City, Philippines, the Bulgarian team earned two silver...