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In Pernik, 100-Plus Business Execs Discuss Challenges to Economy at Event Initiated by Blue Bulgaria Coalition
The Blue Bulgaria Coalition organized a discussion with local business executives in Pernik on Wednesday.
To Overcome Statehood Crisis, Parliamentary Politics Must Follow Campaign Promises, Says Pavel Popov, Top-of-the-List Candidate of CC-DB for Varna 3rd Constituency
To overcome the statehood crisis, parliamentary politics must follow the commitments made during election campaigns, Pavel Popov, top-of-the-list candidate of Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) for Varna’s 3rd multi-member
Citizens Protest in Central Sofia Against Acting City Prosecutor Rusinova, Acting Prosecutor General Sarafov
Citizens gathered outside the Palace of Justice in Sofia on Tuesday to demand the launch of disciplinary proceedings against Emilia Rusinova and her dismissal as acting Sofia City Prosecutor. They also called for the resignation of acting Prosecutor
BSP Will Be Represented in Next Parliament, Says Left-Wing Leader Zarkov in Targovishte
BSP will be represented in the next parliament, said left-wing leader Krum Zarkov during a visit to Targovishte. The chair of BSP’s National Council and of the BSP – United Left coalition commented on current political issues ahead of the snap
Economy
Penelope Palace Hotel in Pomorie Reports Personalized Services As Leading Trend in Spa Sector
Tourism Minister Discusses with Employer Organizations Tourism Sector Support Measures
Caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva held a meeting with nationally represented employer organizations and industry associations in the tourism sector to discuss the specific challenges the sector faces in connection with the Middle East conflict.
Glavatarski Han Hotel Complex at Kardzhali Reservoir Is Designated as Wellness Centre
Glavatarski Han Hotel Complex, located on the shores of the Kardzhali Reservoir, is designated as a wellness centre and is a popular choice both for relaxation and business conferences and private celebrations.
Brentas SPA Resort Offers Variety of Spa Facilities and Relaxation in Rhodope Mountains
Brentas SPA Resort in the Tsigov Chark offers facilities for tourism and relaxation, combining modern comfort with the natural environment of the Rhodope Mountains. Spa centre with a variety of services is available to guests, Maya Uteva from the hotel’s marketing department told BTA.
Kamengrad Hotel & SPA Offers 51C Mineral Water Treatment, Reports Increase in Overnight Stays
Overnight stays at the Kamengrad Hotel in Panagyurishte have tripled – from about 20,000 to 60,000 per year, Nikolay Ivanov, manager of Thracian Hoteliers chain, which the Kamengrad Hotel is part of, told BTA.
Culture
President Iotova Awards 24 Chasa Media Platform with Presidential Badge of Honour
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova presented the Presidential Badge of Honour to the 24 Chasa media platform during a ceremony held in the Coat of Arms Hall of the presidential institution on Tuesday. The distinction marks the 35th anniversary of the
UPDATED Poet, Composer, Singer Mihail Belchev Dies at 79
Singer, composer and poet Mihail Belchev has passed away at the age of 79, his wife Kristina Belcheva told BTA on Monday. Mihail Belchev was born on August 13, 1946, in Sofia. Among his most popular songs are Mladostta Si Otiva (Youth Is Fading), Ne Ostaryavay Lyubov (Don't Grow Old, My Love), Otkrovenie (Revelation), and Priyatelstvo (Friendship), among others.
Bulgaria's Tallest Ferris Wheel Is Unveiled in Sofia
A 40-meter Ferris wheel, the tallest in Bulgaria, was unveiled in the Boris’ Garden in Sofia as part of the city’s newest event, Sun Fest Sofia. The opening of the Ferris wheel is included in the festive program marking 147th anniversary of Sofia as
Postal-Philatelic Issue Marking 125 Years of Electric Transport in Sofia Validated
A postal-philatelic issue dedicated to the 125th anniversary of electric transport in Sofia was validated on Friday at a ceremony at the Tram 83 tourist information centre.
Balkans
New Fuel Prices Come into Force in North Macedonia from Midnight
New retail fuel prices will come into force in North Macedonia from midnight, the country's Energy Regulatory Commission announced, following the government's decision to reduce fuel excise duties.
Third Turkish Oil Tanker Passes Through Strait of Hormuz, Transport Minister Says
A third vessel owned by a Turkish company has successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Persian Gulf, Turkish Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu said on his official Facebook profile. The ship was carrying crude oil from Iraq to Malaysia.
Serbian President Vucic: Early Parliamentary Elections Could Be Held No Earlier Than May 31
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced on Friday that early parliamentary elections in Serbia could be held no earlier than May 31 this year and no later than March next year, according to local media. “The earliest parliamentary elections
18 Defendants in Istanbul Mayor Case Granted Conditional Release, 89 Remain in Custody
In the courtroom at Marmara Penitentiaries Campus near the city of Silivri, the trial against the suspended Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoglu continued on one of the many charges against him, namely “forming an organization with the intent to commit crimes”, in which 107 people are defendants, including mayors of municipalities from the opposition Republican People's Party, officials and businessmen.