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Bulgaria
BTA Plans Dedicated Coverage of Supreme Judicial Council Election
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) will cover the election of members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) from the quota of the National Assembly and the election of SJC members by judges, prosecutors and investigating magistrates, under a dedicated
Plovdiv District Court Releases Two Youths Charged with Assaulting Nepalese Nationals
The Plovdiv District Court has released the two young men, aged 17 and 18, who were charged with causing bodily harm to two Nepalese nationals on the night of July 24 to 25 in the city. The 17-year-old was placed under the supervision of a police
Danube Ecosystems Face Growing Strain from Low Water Levels
Prolonged low water levels and high summer temperatures are straining the Danube’s ecosystems, the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water (RIEW) – Montana told BTA on Wednesday.
Sofia City Prosecution Sets Deadline for Completion of E-79 Road Investigation
The Sofia City Prosecution Office (SCPO) said on Wednesday that it has set a deadline for investigators to complete outstanding actions in a pre-trial investigation into the construction of the E-79 international road between Montana and Vidin in
Economy
Michelin-Listed Ensana Aquahouse Hotel Keeps Investing in High Quality, Sustainable Development and International Standards
International Youth Day More Than 3,100 Jobs Created under EU-Backed Project for Youth Employment
A total of 3,128 jobs for young people aged up to 29 have been created under the “Youth Employment+” Project – Component 2 since applications opened in February, the press office of the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy (MLSP) said.
Takeaway to Cease Operations in Bulgaria on September 15
Just Eat Takeaway has announced plans to cease operations in Bulgaria.
Minimum Wage Must Be Set by End-September, Deputy PM Donev Says
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev told a briefing on Wednesday that work is continuing on drafting amendments to the Ordinance on the Structure and Organization of Wages.
NSI data Bulgaria's Imports Exceed Exports in First Half of 2026, Y/Y
The growth in imports of goods into Bulgaria outpaced that of exports from the country during the first six months of 2026 on a year-over-year basis, according to preliminary data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI) released Wednesday.
Culture
Exhibition Dedicated to Recent Archaeological Discoveries Opens in Plovdiv
From August 11 until the end of the year, the Regional Archaeological Museum - Plovdiv is presenting its annual exhibition, Discoveries 2025 – Threshold Between Worlds, dedicated to the most significant archaeological discoveries made during the past archaeological season in Plovdiv and the surrounding region.
Beglika Fest to Take Place from August 12 to 16
Beglika Fest will take place from August 12 to 16 near the Golyam Beglik Reservoir in the Rhodope Mountains, the Beglika Foundation, which organizes the event, said on Monday.
German Ambassador Visits Archaeological Excavations at Tell Nenova near Nova Zagora
German Ambassador to Bulgaria Irene Maria Plank has visited the archaeological excavations at the prehistoric settlement mound of Tell Nenova near the village of Konyovo in Nova Zagora Municipality, the municipal administration said. The visit was
Culture Ministry to Explore Reviving International Ballet Competition in Varna
Bulgaria’s Culture Ministry will establish a working group to explore how the International Ballet Competition in Varna can be restored, Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev said at a press conference in the seaside city on Monday.
Balkans
Greek Town of Dimotika Opens Rose Garden, Celebrating Ties with Kazanlak
A public space called Rose Garden was officially opened in the Greek town of Dimotika on Tuesday, the Kazanlak Municipality said.
BTA exclusive Croatia Tourism Revenues Up due to Higher Prices, Last-Minute Bookings Prevail
Tourism revenues in Croatia rose in July, driven by higher prices, while overnight stays showed no year-on-year increase. More than 1.1 million tourists are currently in the country, Croatian national broadcaster HRT said on Monday.
Code Red for Risk of Fires Issued in North Macedonia, Local Media Report
Most of the time the fires break out in places with lots of dry grass and agricultural waste. Setting the dry grass on fire, whether intentionally or accidentally, can easily turn a small fire into an intense wildfire due to the drought and the high temperatures.
Greek Authorities Use Drones to Ensure Free Access to Beaches
Greek authorities are using drones to monitor whether citizens have free access to beaches, public broadcaster ERT reported on Friday.