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Top-of-the-list Candidates by Constituency: Full List
Following are all top-of-the-list candidates for the April 19 snap parliamentary elections, for all 31 constituencies. The information about the candidates was provided by the parties and coalitions at BTA's request and also includes information
Bulgarian and Italian Servicepersons Conduct Joint Exercise
Units from the 38th Mechanised Battalion, part of the 2nd Tundzha Mechanized Brigade, carried out joint training with Italian units from NATO's Multinational Battlegroup in Bulgaria.
Foreign Ministry Warns of Severe Weather in Croatia
Bulgaria's Foreign Ministry warned on Friday of severe weather conditions in Croatia, where a red alert has been issued across the country due to an approaching cyclone, according to an official statement. The cyclone is expected to bring a sharp
Union of Disabled Servicemen and War Victims Calls for Pension Increase
The Union of Disabled Servicemen and War Victims called for pension increase from election candidates for the 52nd National Assembly during a press conference held at BTA's national press club in Sofia on Friday.
Economy
SPA Hotel Elbrus in Velingrad Upgrades Facilities Yearly, Features Hyperbaric Chamber and Organic Greenhouse
Atmosphere Hotel in Pavel Banya Expands Wellness Offerings
Atmosphere Balneo Hotel & SPA is expanding its portfolio of procedures and facilities in 2026, focusing on balneotherapy, prevention, and recovery, the hotel’s manager Mila Taneva told BTA. A recent addition to the complex is an ozone capsule
More Than 20 Job Fairs to Be Held across Bulgaria in April
More than 20 job fairs will be held across the country in April, according to a schedule published on the National Employment Agency’s website. A total of 24 general job fairs and five specialized ones are planned.
Transport Minister Discusses Surge in Fuel Prices with Slovak Ambassador to Bulgaria
The surge in fuel prices and its direct impact on the economy, business competitiveness and household expenses is a pan-European issue for which all EU Member States are seeking swift and sustainable solutions, caretaker Transport Minister Korman Ismailov said at a meeting with Slovak Ambassador to Bulgaria Vasil Grivna, the Ministry’s press centre reported on Friday.
Wrap-up Experts Discuss Preparing Workforce in Bulgaria for Artificial Intelligence
Experts discussed on Friday the preparation of Bulgaria’s workforce for the introduction and use of artificial intelligence (AI) at the conference "From Social Dialogue to Action: The Path of a Just Digital Transition".
Culture
Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age forum Prof. Kazimir Popkonstantinov Presents Report on St. John of Rila and 10th-Century Epigraphic Monuments
Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age forum Third International Cyrillic Forum Marks Generation’s Mission to Preserve Bulgaria’s Culture, President Says
The Third International Cyrillic Forum will be remembered as the moment the generation took on the great responsibility and mission of carrying Bulgaria’s history, ancient culture, and spirituality into the digital age, President Iliana Iotova said
Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age forum Bulgarian Orthodox Church Blesses Initiatives Promoting Bulgarian and Slavic Literature, Patriarch Daniil Says
Bulgarian Orthodox Church has always encouraged, welcomed and blessed every initiative contributing to the study and promotion of Bulgarian and Slavic literature and the alphabet through which it has been expressed for twelve centuries, said
Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age forum Collection of Rila Monastery Library Reflects Every Era of Bulgarian History, Hegumen Says
The collection of the Rila Monastery library reflects each period in Bulgarian history, the Hegumen of the Rila Monastery, Bishop Evlogii of Adrianople, said on Thursday. He was speaking at the opening of the second part of the Third International
Government Allocates EUR 1.34 Mln for 150th Anniversary of April Uprising
The Council of Ministers of Bulgaria has approved funding of EUR 1,345,049 for the national commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising, caretaker Culture Minister Nayden Todorov said at a joint briefing with caretaker Education
Balkans
Fourth Business Forum Aimed at Strengthening Economic Ties Between Bulgaria, Turkiye, Romania Held in Burgas
Slovak PM Fico Calls for Reset of Slovakia-Romania Ties, Energy Cooperation
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico called on Friday for a reset of bilateral relations, stronger energy cooperation and closer coordination within the EU during an official visit to Bucharest.
Black Sea Economic Forum in Trabzon Highlights Ecosystem Protection, Connectivity and Energy Infrastructure
The Black Sea Blue Economy Summit opened in Trabzon with a discussion on the future of the region through the lens of environmental protection and connectivity, to which the Black Sea contributes. Shipping that does not pollute the water or harm its
Romania’s First Lady: Romania Cannot Follow French Model of Banning Social Media for Children
Romania cannot follow the French model of banning social media for children under the age of 15, said Romania’s First Lady, Mirabela Gradinaru, in an interview with Antena 3 CNN. “I believe that when we make decisions about restricting children’s
Bulgaria to Take Command of Black Sea Mine Countermeasures Group in July
The Bulgarian Navy will assume command of the Black Sea Mine Countermeasures Group during its next activation in July, a senior naval official announced at a news briefing on Tuesday. Flotilla Admiral Radko Penev, commander of Bulgaria’s Flotilla