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Health Ministry Sends Regional Health Inspectorates Instructions How to Handle Domestic Violence Cases
Reactions to Sarafov's departure President Iotova Calls Sarafov’s Resignation Necessary but Only a First Step
Borislav Sarafov should have stepped down from his post long ago and unblocked this entire process, President Iliana Iotova told journalists ahead of the EU Radio and Television Media Summit in Sofia, noting that this was her personal opinion. When there were not enough arguments for him to remain in office and endless disputes were taking place over whether this was lawful, given that the issue concerns legality, it would have been better for him to resign much earlier, she added.
Specialized Training on River Connectivity Restoration to Take Place in Bulgaria from July 14 to 17
A specialized training on river connectivity restoration will take place in Bulgaria from July 14 to 17, the organizers from the Science for Nature Foundation and the Science for Nature Association said on Wednesday.
Sofia Mayor Urges State to Act Beyond Party Interests After Elections
Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev Wednesday urged the State to act beyond party interests after the April 19 snap parliamentary elections. "My task is to protect the interests of all Sofia residents - regardless of their political choice. And I expect the
Reactions to Sarafov's departure MRF Sees Reshuffle of Acting Prosecutor General as Enforcement of Constitutional, Legal Norms within Independent Judiciary
The reshuffle of the acting Prosecutor General is a process of implementing constitutional and legal norms within the independent judiciary, and in particular within the Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Bulgaria, the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) said in a statement sent to the media by the party’s press center here on Wednesday.
Economy
Eurostat Bulgaria Is Not Among Top Three EU States with Lowest Debt to GDP Ratio for First Time Since 2008
Regulator Updates Lists of Insurance Undertakings Intending to Operate Cross-Border on EU Internal Market
Bulgaria's Financial Supervision Commission (FSC) on Wednesday published updated lists of insurance undertakings intending to operate cross-border in the EU internal market.
Future Government Will Decide How to Use EUR 1.4 Bln Locked in Bulgarian Development Bank - Finance Minister
The future government will decide how to use the EUR 1.4 billion returned to the state budget, which had been locked at the Bulgarian Development Bank, said caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski at a briefing at the Council of Ministers. On
Medite Spa Resort & Villas as Preferred Destination for Tourists from Israel, United Kingdom, and Neighbouring Countries
Medite Spa Resort & Villas in Sandanski is a year-round preferred destination for tourists from Israel, the United Kingdom, Greece, North Macedonia, and Romania, the hotel management said. Located amid the picturesque nature of the Pirin region, the complex offers tranquility, clean air, and impressive views that contribute to the full relaxation of its guests.
European Social Fund Is Main Instrument for Investing in People, Says European Commission's Adriana Sukova
The European Social Fund (ESF) is the main instrument of the European budget for investing in people as stated by Adriana Sukova, Deputy Director General of the European Commission’s Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion Directorate-General. She participated in an event in Kostenets regarding the measure “Innovative Health and Social Services” that is financed under the Human Resources Development Programme of the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy.
Culture
Museum of Sonoma County to Mark 50th Anniversary of Running Fence by Christo and Jean-Claud with Landmark Exhibition
Education Minister Ignatov Proposes April 20 as Day of Bulgarian Heroism
Caretaker Minister of Education and Science Sergei Ignatov proposed in Vidin on Tuesday that April 20 be declared an official holiday called Day of Bulgarian Heroism. He made the proposal during a visit marking the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising.
Photo Exhibition at Sofia Airport Showcases WWF Conservation Work in Bulgaria
Photographs and stories about wildlife conservation and nature restoration in Bulgaria are on display from Tuesday at Terminal 2 of Sofia Airport. Titled "Nature Needs Us", the exhibition presents the work of WWF in Bulgaria over the past 20 years,
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.
Balkans
North Macedonia's Government Takes Steps to Abolish Legislation Introducing Caretaker Cabinets in Pre-Election Periods
Save Romania Union Says It Will Continue Supporting Prime Minister Bolojan Amid Political Tensions
The Save Romania Union (USR) will continue to back Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan during the ongoing political standoff, and its ministers will stay in the government, party leader Dominic Fritz said on Tuesday at an extraordinary press conference streamed live online.
Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria Tops Vote at Bulgarian Polling Stations in Serbia
Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) led the vote in the five polling stations opened in Serbia for Bulgaria’s 52nd National Assembly election, Central Election Commission (CEC) data showed on Monday.
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