Новости за 14.06.2024

According to climatologist Prof. Georgi Rachev, Bulgaria can expect a warming trend over the upcoming weekend as a cold front moves away from the region. Saturday will see temperatures climbing to 27-28 degrees Celsius, with expectations of reaching 34 degrees by next Friday. ...

The National Statistical Institute (NSI) reported deflation for the second consecutive month. In May, retail prices decreased by 0.2 percent following a 0....

In Bulgaria, while women excel in middle management roles, only 16 percent occupy senior management positions, as reported by the National Statistical Institute. This stark gender disparity underscores a broader European directive requiring at least 30 percent of management roles to be held by women, a mandate Bulgaria aims to implement by year-end. Lidiya Shuleva, managing partner at Business Intellect and a member of Bulgaria's Council of Women in Business, highlighted these issues at the Next... Читать дальше...

Taylor Swift's latest concert during her Eras tour once again triggered seismic activity, according to the Guardian. This time, the phenomenon occurred in Edinburgh, Scotland, where the singer performed three shows at Moorfield Stadium. On June 7, with a crowd of 73,000 fans in attendance, the energetic dancing and excitement among concert-goers caused a minor earthquake, notably during the songs "Ready For It?" and "Cruel Summer". ...

A house explosion in Kostinbrod, Bulgaria, has left a 78-year-old woman injured with second-degree burns on her head, arms, and legs, according to the Center for Emergency Medical Assistance in Sofia. Emergency services responded promptly after being alerted at 9:39 AM this morning, transporting the victim to "Pirogov" hospital for treatment. Authorities attributed the explosion to repair-excavation work that caused a gas pipeline to rupture, leading to a gas leak and subsequent ignition....

A recent analysis by the Institute for the Development of the Public Environment (IRPS) highlights a significant decline in the use of machine voting during Bulgaria's parliamentary elections on June 9. This decline marks a stark contrast to previous elections, where voting technology was a focal point of political discourse and legislative adjustments. Originally introduced as a means to streamline and secure the electoral process, machine voting was reinstated briefly after its initial implementation... Читать дальше...

US President Joe Biden has stated that he will refrain from using his presidential authority to reduce any potential sentence that his son, Hunter Biden, may face following a gun possession conviction. During the G-7 summit, Biden confirmed his decision. The sentencing date for Hunter Biden has yet to be determined, and the charges he faces could lead to a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison, although this is unlikely for a first-time offense. ...

Euro 2024 kicks off tonight at 22:00 Bulgarian time, starting with the opening match between Scotland and host nation Germany at Munich's Allianz Arena. The tournament will span 10 stadiums across Europe, hosting 24 teams vying for the championship. These teams are divided into 6 groups of 4 teams each. ...

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has announced the mandates for the parliamentary parties in the 50th National Assembly of Bulgaria. GERB will have the most deputies, with a total of 68. The second-largest parliamentary group will be the DPS with 47 deputies, followed by "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) with 39....

Following the recent storm, several Bulgarian municipalities have declared states of emergency. In Sofia, teams from the Directorate "Emergency Assistance and Prevention" are busy clearing broken branches and fallen trees from the streets after the storm and strong winds during the night. Director Krasimir Dimitrov reported that 43 calls were received through the emergency number 112, with 19 incidents addressed overnight....

Heavy rainfall is anticipated in 17 regions of Bulgaria today. According to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology, an orange code for heavy rainfall has been issued for 12 regions, while a yellow code is in effect for another 7 regions. Hailstones the size of eggs hit Nova Zagora and nearby villages last night, causing severe damage to crops, cars, and properties....

Georgi Angelov, senior economist at "Open Society", shared insights on Bulgaria's battle against the demographic crisis in an interview with NOVA NEWS. In his latest research titled "Salaries Reversed the Demographic Catastrophe," Angelov delves into Bulgaria's demographic landscape. He highlighted the stark contrast from two to three decades ago when economic turmoil and low wages triggered a decline in birth rates and spurred emigration. ...