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Three Bodies Found in Hut near Petrohan Pass
Three bodies have been found in a lodge near the Petrohan Pass in the Balkan Mountains.
President Iotova Starts Talks with Parties in Parliament on Caretaker Prime Minister
Building of the President’s administration, Sofia, February 2, 2026 (BTA Photo/Minko Chernev)
Pleven Mayor Declares February 3 Non-School Day After Heavy Snowfall
In Pleven, February 3 will be a non-school day due to expected low temperatures and complicated winter conditions, the Municipality's press centre said on Monday.
Media Review: February 2
POLITICS Bulgaria’s President Iliana Iotova will begin consultations with parliamentary parties on Tuesday, after which she is expected to announce her choice for caretaker prime minister, bTV reports. Last week it became known that of the ten
Economy
Google Provides USD 500,000 in Further Funding to INSAIT for Advances in Artificial Intelligence
Google, the global technology leader, has supported the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) at Sofia University with an award of USD 500,000. The distinction is given for high results achieved in the
Chamber of Commerce: Chinese Auto Company Eyes Bulgarian Market
A Chinese automotive company is exploring the Bulgarian market, the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) said on Monday.
Bulgaria Presents Its Tourism Potential at Leading Forum in Germany
Bulgaria has taken part in the prestigious professional event Touristischer Jahresauftakt 2026, organized by Erfurt–Weimar Airport, the Tourism Ministry's press centre said on Monday. The forum traditionally marks the opening of the tourist season
Eurostat Bulgaria Records Lowest Share of People Unable to Heat Homes Adequately Since Joining EU
The share of Bulgarians who were unable to keep their homes adequately warm in 2025 fell to 16.1%, down 2.9 percentage points from 2024, according to Eurostat data.
Culture
Commemorative Plaque Unveiled in Sofia for 105th Anniversary of University of National and World Economy
Clint Eastwood’s Son Kyle Eastwood to Perform in Sofia
Kyle Eastwood, son of Clint Eastwood, will perform in Sofia on May 8 with the Eastwood by Eastwood project, the organizers from the SoFest festival said Monday.
Latest Film by Jacky Stoev and Nikola Boshnakov, “Aurora”, to Premiere at 30th Sofia Film Fest
The latest film by Jacky Stoev and Nikola Boshnakov, Aurora, will have its gala premiere at the 30th Sofia Film Fest, Art Fest announced on Monday. One of the leading roles is played by Brenno Placido. The co-writer of the screenplay is Hristo
Bulgarian Antarctic Team Begins Sample Collection Around Livingston Island
The Bulgarian research vessel Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodii (RSV 421) plans a voyage around Livingston Island on Monday and Tuesday to collect scientific samples from several locations, the vessel’s Commanding Officer Radko Muevski told BTA
BTA to Present Latest Publications by Bulgarian Authors Every Monday in New Column
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) will present the latest publications by Bulgarian authors every Monday in a new column titled Knigopis [Bibliography]. The column will be part of BTA’s news bulletin for knowledge and culture, LIK, under the hashtag #Knigopis.
Balkans
Chinese Humanoid Robot, Dressed in Vest Inspired by Traditional Serbian Folk Costume, Presented in Belgrade
SDSM Secretary General Dimitrijevikj: Five-Tonne Marijuana Seizure Raises Border Questions
Opposition SDSM calls on prosecutors to open an investigation after Serbian police seized five tonnes of marijuana linked to Skopje-based Alphapharm, SDSM Secretary General Aleksandar Sasa Dimitrijevikj said on Monday.
Serbian President Vucic Signs Judicial Laws EC Describes as Step Backward for European Integration
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has signed decrees approving a set of judicial reforms which the European Commission has described as "a serious step backwards in Serbia's European integration process", according to reports in the Serbian media. The five laws passed by the ruling majority in the Serbian parliament on January 28 came into force today, according to RTS.
Taxi Drivers Call New Two-day Strike to Protest Electric Transition Timelines
Taxi drivers in Greece will hold a two-day strike starting February 3 to protest electric transition timelines, the online edition of Kathimerini said Friday.
Mandatory Military Service in Serbia to Begin in December 2026 or March 2027, President Vucic Says
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said that mandatory military service in the country will start either in December 2026 or in March 2027, Serbian public broadcaster Radio Television of Serbia reported. The decision on when conscription will begin