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12 Arrested This Year in Child Pornography Cases
So far in 2026, thirteen specialized law enforcement operations have been carried out and 12 people have been detained in connection with child pornography cases, the Cybercrime Directorate at Bulgaria’s General Directorate for Combating Organized
Delyan Peevski: Rumen Radev Deserves Congratulations for Winning People's Trust
In a statement quoted by his party press office, Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) leader Delyan Peevski said Rumen Radev deserves congratulations for winning people's trust. "It is voters' decision who will have the responsibility, having a
Media Review: April 21
The major Bulgarian media outlets continue to cover the results and aftermath of the April 19 snap parliamentary elections, whose decisive winner is ex-president and former Air Force chief Rumen Radev and the Progressive Bulgaria coalition, which
Cardiologist Warns of High Risk of Sedentary Behaviour as Cardiovascular Diseases Remain Leading Health Problem in Bulgaria
Speaking at a longevity forum in Sofia Tuesday, a cardiologist warned of the heightened risks of sedentary behaviour as cardiovascular diseases remain a leading health issue in Bulgaria. Sitting for more than eight hours a day increases the risk of
Economy
Fuel Prices in Bulgaria Rose in March, but Below EU, Eurozone Averages
After a period of decline through February, prices of fuels and lubricants for personal transport in the EU rose significantly in March 2026, according to the latest Eurostat data. On an annual basis, fuel prices increased by 12.9% in the EU and
Bulgaria Is Building Environment Where Scientific Research Reaches Business and Society, Caretaker Innovation Minister Mladenova Says
Caretaker Minister of Innovation and Growth Irena Mladenova said Bulgaria is working to create an environment where scientific achievements move beyond academic publications and reach businesses and society. Mladenova spoke at the opening of the
Future of Tourism Lies in Balancing Growth, Nature, and Innovation, Says Caretaker Minister Georgieva
Caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva said the future of tourism lies in achieving balance – between growth and preservation, accessibility and authenticity, and technology and nature. Speaking at the conference “Tourism. Nature. Innovation”,
Strengthening Europe’s Defence Capabilities Is Key Priority, Says Deputy Economy Minister
Strengthening Europe’s defence capabilities is a key priority, Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Krasimir Piperkov said on Tuesday at the opening of a national information day dedicated to the European Defence Fund (EDF) and the European
Culture
Food, Crafts and Cultural Events during Rose Festival in Kazanlak June 5-7
The Rose and Saffron. Delicious Dishes of Bulgaria Culinary Festival is among the highlights of culinary and craft events included in the programme of this year's Rose Festival in Kazanlak, the local administration said on Tuesday.
12th Brothers Grimm International Children's Theatre Festival of Classic Fairy Tales Opens in Shumen
The 12th Brothers Grimm International Children's Theatre Festival of Classic Fairy Tales was opened in Shumen on Tuesday, the press centre of the local administration said.
Placido Domingo to Perform in Varna with Local Opera Soloists and Symphony Orchestra
Spanish opera singer Placido Domingo will perform on Tuesday evening in Varna Palace of Culture and Sports alongside Varna Opera soloists Ilina Mihaylova, Aleksandrina Mihaylova, Reinaldo Droz and Valeriy Georgiev, Domingo told BTA on Tuesday. They
Renovated Monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi Officially Unveiled in Sofia
The renovated monument to Italian revolutionary Giuseppe Garibaldi was unveiled at an official ceremony in Sofia after being restored and cleaned through the joint efforts of Sofia Municipality and the Italian Embassy, Sofia Municipality’s press
Balkans
Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria Tops Vote in Romania
The Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition received the most votes in Romania, based on 100% of tally sheets, according to data published on the website of the Central Election Commission on Monday.
MRF Leads Voting in Ankara, Followed by Progressive Bulgaria
The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) received the most votes, 213, in the three polling stations located at the Bulgarian Embassy in Ankara, according to processed tally sheets. Progressive Bulgaria ranked second with 93 votes, followed by the
Romanian Health Ministry Seeks Drug Deal With Pfizer Over Vaccine Bill
Romania proposed to Pfizer in Washington that EUR 1.9 billion owed over undelivered COVID-19 vaccines be converted into innovative medicines, Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete said on Friday.
Serbian Parliament Once Again Fails to Reach Quorum to Hold Debate on Motion of No Confidence in Duro Macut's Cabinet
The Serbian Parliament has once again failed to reach a quorum to hold a debate on the opposition’s motion of no confidence in the government of Duro Macut, according to the Serbian public broadcaster RTS. On Wednesday, the debate also failed to