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Central Election Commission Allocates Seats to Multi-Member Constituencies for April 19 Parliamentary Elections
The Central Election Commission (CEC) has allocated the seats to the multi-member constituencies for the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, 2026, the Commission said on Friday. The CEC determines the number of seats for each
Institute of Meteorology Issues Yellow and Orange Code for Significant Rain and Snow in 20 Regions on Saturday
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) issued a yellow code warning (first degree) for ice and significant rainfall and snowfall in 11 regions for Saturday. An orange code (second degree) has been issued for nine regions.
Fishing Vessel Found Sunk near Cape Maslen Nos Two Days after Disappearing
A Bulgarian fishing vessel which disappeared near Cape Maslen Nos on February 18 was discovered on February 20 sunk in that area off the southern stretch of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, the Defence Ministry said. The news was reported after Navy
Wrap-up Allegations Prompt Resignation of Caretaker Deputy PM in Charge of Fair Elections
Bulgaria's President Iliana Iotova Friday signed a decree relieving Stoil Tzitzelkov of his duties as caretaker Deputy Prime Minister in charge of fair elections. The decree came shortly after Tzitzelkov himself announced at a news conference that
Economy
Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce President Meets New Ambassador to Finland to Boost Economic Ties
The President of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), Tsvetan Simeonov, held a working meeting with Zornitsa Apostolova, Bulgaria’s newly appointed ambassador to Finland, the Chamber said in the latest issue of its online bulletin
Awards Presented at 11th Agra Exhibitions in Plovdiv
The most significant scientific and business developments in agriculture, the wine-growing industry and the food industry were honored at the 11th Agra, Vinaria, Foodtech exhibitions at the Plovdiv International Fair on Friday.
Foreign Tourist Numbers in Pamporovo Grow by Nearly 10% This Ski Season
The number of foreign tourists visiting Pamporovo has risen by about 8–10% this ski season, Stefan Prisadov, Executive Director of Pamporovo AD, told the Bulgarian News Agency. The resort is currently operating at full capacity, with high hotel
Supreme Administrative Court Upholds Closure Order for Kronospan Plant in Veliko Tarnovo
Bulgaria’s Supreme Administrative Court has upheld the provisional enforcement of an order issued by the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water (RIEW) to shut down the Kronospan plant in Veliko Tarnovo. The court overturned a ruling by the
Culture
Emil Koshlukov Challenges CEM Decision to Appoint Milena Milotinova as Director General of Bulgarian National Television
Institute of Contemporary Art Presents New Works by Nedko Solakov in “The Little Ones”
The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) - Sofia is arranging “The Little Ones” (2025–2026), a new exhibition by Bulgarian artist Nedko Solakov, featuring recent works created specifically for the gallery. Solakov, one of the founders of ICA-Sofia,
BTA and Bulgarian Committee on Lighting to Cooperate
Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) Director General Kiril Valchev and the Bulgarian National Committee on Lighting (BNCL) Board Chair Radi Pipev signed a partnership agreement at the BTA National Press Club in Sofia on Friday.
Sofia Mayor Terziev: Honouring Levski Is Not Merely Act of Historical Remembrance, It Is Moral Compass
In his address at the ceremony marking the 153rd anniversary of the death of the Apostle of Freedom on Thursday, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said that "Today, honouring Levski is not merely an act of historical remembrance, it is a moral compass."
Patriarch Daniil: Levski's Legacy Guides Bulgarians Amid New Social Divisions and Challenges
After officiating a memorial service marking the 153rd death anniversary of the revolutionary Vasil Levski (1837-1873) at the Saint Sophia Church in Sofia, Bulgarian Patriarch and Metropolitan of Sofia Daniil said in his address the example and
Balkans
Holy Month of Ramazan Begins in Turkiye
The holy month of Ramazan, during which fasting - known as oruc - is observed, began in 86-million-strong Turkiye on Thursday. Those observing oruc refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset. Fasting is considered a core tenet of Islam,
Bad Weather in Romania Cancels Flights, Trains and School Classes, Leaves Thousands Without Power
An orange warning is in effect for Bucharest and 25 counties in Romania due to heavy snowfall and blizzards since Tuesday night, the National Meteorological Administration said on Wednesday. In the capital, the snow cover reached 50 cm.
Western Balkans Are Strategic Priority for Italy, Says Italian Foreign Minister Tajani at Corridor VIII Meeting
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said here on Wednesday that the Western Balkans are a strategic priority for Italy and that his country wants to work with the countries of this region for the common growth of economies and the common prosperity of citizens. Tajani participated in a Ministerial Meeting and Economic Forum about Pan-European Transport Corridor VIII in Tirana.
Council of Minsters decicions Cabinet Expands Staff of Bulgaria’s Cultural and Information Centre in Skopje
The measure is aimed at strengthening the Centre’s administrative capacity and ensuring the full implementation of its cultural programme.