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Anti-Epidemic Measures to Be Introduced in Varna Region
Anti-epidemic measures will be introduced in Varna Region from January 14 to 20 due to the spread of flu and acute respiratory diseases, the Ministry of Health announced on Monday. The proposal by the director of the Regional Health Inspectorate in
Friendship Group Chair Kirova Hosts Mongolian Delegation at National Assembly
Chair of the Friendship group Bulgaria - Mongolia in the 51st National Assembly Rositsa Kirova said on Monday she received an official delegation from the State Great Khural of Mongolia at the National Assembly.
Over 5,700 Waste Collection-related Reports Filed with Sofia Municipality since October 2025
More than 5,700 reports related to waste collection and waste removal have been filed with Sofia Municipality between October 4, 2025 and January 9, 2026. The reports were submitted by residents and received through the Municipality’s Contact Centre
Bulgarian Helsinki Committee's Programme for Legal Protection to Refugees Ceases Operations
On the 30th anniversary of its opening in 1996, the legal aid reception of the Bulgarian Helsinki Committee's (BHC) Programme for Legal Protection to Refugees and Migrants ceased its reception and operation on January 1, 2026, the BHC reported on Monday.
Economy
Lisbon Trade, Economic Affairs Representative: Country’s Insufficient Recognition Is Main Barrier to Bulgaria-Portugal Active Cooperation
The management of the Bulgarian Industrial Association (BIA) discussed with a representative of the Trade and Economic Affairs Office (STIV) in Lisbon the current state and prospects of trade and economic relations between Bulgaria and Portugal, BIA announced on Monday.
Consumer Protection Commission Fines Mobile Operator EUR 50,000 for Unlawfully Suspending Services to Paying Customer
The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) has imposed a pecuniary sanction on a mobile operator for an unfair commercial practice, consisting in the unlawful restriction of access to television and internet services for a consumer who had been fully
Bulgarian-American Credit Bank Acquires 100% of Tokuda Bank EAD Shares
Bulgarian-American Credit Bank AD (BACB) concluded the agreement for the purchase of the shares of the capital of Tokuda Bank EAD on January 12, 2026, BACB announced on Monday.
BTA and System for Agro-Market Information Agree on Partnership Deal
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) and the System for Agro-Market Information (SAPI) signed a partnership agreement on Monday.
Culture
Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Trakia University Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) and Trakia University in Stara Zagora have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to strengthen research, education, and innovation in Bulgaria, BAS said in a press release Monday. The signing, by BAS
Donka Angatscheva to Perform in Sofia with Bosendorfer Grand Piano
Pianist Donka Angatscheva will arrive in Sofia for her concert with the Sofia Philharmonic orchestra, accompanied by a Bosendorfer grand piano, the organizers said on Monday.
Artist Andonov Brings Nothing Is What It Is Exhibition to Sofia Theatre Foyer
Around 60 paintings from the past four to five years went on show in the foyer of the Tear and Laughter (Salza i Smyah) Theatre in Sofia as part of the exhibition Nothing Is What It Is, Artist Ivaylo Andonov told BTA on Friday.
Parts of Roman Marble Pool, Medieval Church among Latest Discoveries at Aquae Calidae in Burgas
Parts of a Roman marble pool, a medieval church and dozens of valuable artefacts, including seals, coins and artistic ceramics, were among the most significant discoveries from the 2025 archaeological excavations at the early Roman bath area in the ancient city of Aquae Calidae, according to Burgas Municipality, which funded the research.
Balkans
Protesting Greek Farmers to Meet with Prime Minister Mitsotakis on Tuesday
Representatives of protesting Greek farmers will meet with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Tuesday, the online edition of the newspaper Kathimerini reported. The publication says that the talks will take place at Maximos Mansion in Athens,
Bulgarian Truck Companies Suffer as Greek Farmers Block International Roads
Transportation companies are suffering heavy losses due to ongoing roadblocks at the border crossings between Bulgaria and Greece, Hailezov Trans owner Ivan Hailezov told reporters at the Kulata - Promachonas crossing after returning from Greece on
Trolleybuses, Trams Suspended in Belgrade due to Ongoing Snowstorm
On Thursday, Serbia woke up to snow-covered and icy roads, with trams and trains stopped in the capital, Belgrade, and some buses running on altered routes, according to local media reports.
Romanian Opposition Leader George Simion Calls for Protest on January 15
Leader of the opposition Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) George Simion called on citizens to take to the streets on January 15 to voice dissatisfaction with the current government. In a video posted on his official Facebook profile on