Новости за 16.07.2024

Bulgaria is set to experience three of the hottest days of the year, with temperatures soaring from Tuesday to Thursday. Morning temperatures will range around 20-25 degrees Celsius, while the afternoon peak may reach 42-43 degrees in typically warmer regions. Relief from the heat is expected by the end of the week. ...

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Bulgaria's remarkable performance at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, a milestone that remains a proud chapter in the nation's sporting history. The tournament, held in the United States, saw the Bulgarian national football team achieve an extraordinary fourth-place finish, an achievement that has been etched in the memories of football fans across the country. Pre-Tournament Expectations and Preparation ...

A significant fire is currently raging in the Karlovo region, with flames approaching the homes in the villages of Karavelovo and Bogdan. The blaze is consuming cereal crops, rose plantations, and pastures, prompting the closure of the roads Moskovets - Bogdan and Bogdan - Karavelovo. Firefighting efforts are underway, involving five teams from the Plovdiv region, along with forest officials, volunteers, and the mayors of Karlovo, Karavelovo, and Bogdan. ...

Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev assured the public that the major fire near Stara Zagora is close to being brought under control. He made his remarks during a visit to the disaster area, emphasizing that most other fire outbreaks across the country have already been managed effectively. "The situation is calm here, and I don’t believe it is critical....

Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager after nearly eight years. The 53-year-old former defender decided to leave following England's 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Although his contract was set to expire in December, Southgate chose to depart early after losing in two consecutive European Championship finals. ...

The United Kingdom makes a great summer trip for Bulgarian travelers. But most visitors' Great British bucket lists are very similar. Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and The Tower of London, they’re worth seeing for sure, but beyond the iconic landmarks, there's a side to the British Isles far more unique and unusual for the bold Bulgarian to explore....

Roberta Metsola was re-elected as President of the European Parliament for another half term of 2.5 years. She garnered a significant majority with 562 votes out of the 312 needed....

Two helicopters have been deployed to assist in extinguishing the fire northwest of Stara Zagora, sourcing water from the nearby Staro Zagora mineral baths. The helicopters, a Cougar and a Mi-17, took off at 09:52 and 09:57, respectively, to reach the fire site. The situation remains challenging, with a partial state of emergency in effect as teams work around the clock....

Representatives from GERB have indicated they will accept the invitation from "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) for discussions regarding anti-corruption legislation. Denitsa Sacheva made it clear during a National Assembly briefing that GERB's stance remains firm: they will not support either the second or third mandate. "We will engage in the meeting to discuss this matter, but our position is that we will not back the second and third terms....

A 39-year-old man was killed instantly after being struck by the Plovdiv-Ruse train last night. The incident occurred in the tunnel between Debelec and Veliko Tarnovo stations. According to the Veliko Tarnovo police, the man was found lying on the tracks at the time of the accident. ...

Greece has implemented a complete ban on outdoor work during high temperatures at lunchtime. Today is another day marked by a heightened risk of fires. Medical professionals and lawmakers are urging the closure of all archaeological museums from noon until 5 p....

President Rumen Radev announced that he will soon decide when to hand over the second mandate to the parliamentary group "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB). He emphasized that his decision will depend on the current political dynamics within the parliament. In the coming days, Radev expects to determine whether there is sufficient majority support for the mandate from the second-largest parliamentary group....

Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) ensured the movement of a direct train in the direction Ruse - Plovdiv - Ruse. Since yesterday the fast train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Plovdiv and from Plovdiv to Gorna Oryahovitsa will run from and to the Ruse distribution station. With this change, BDZ provides convenient direct transport between Northern and Southern Bulgaria and more specifically between the regional centers of Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo and Plovdiv, the resort towns of Tryavna, Pavel Banya, Karlovo... Читать дальше...

A 25-year-old man from Burgas has died after attempting to conceal drugs from police. The man, previously convicted, was stopped for a police inspection on Sunday in the Burgas district of "Cherno more." In a bid to evade arrest, he swallowed a packet of crystal substances, leading to his immediate transport to the Burgas Hospital....

The situation regarding the numerous fires across Bulgaria remains challenging. Firefighters extinguished 228 fires in a single day, according to BNT, with no fatalities reported. However, there were also nine false alarms logged by the Fire Service....

President Rumen Radev will fly over Sofia, participating in a demonstration flight with the new-generation RS-21 training aircraft. This event marks the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Pilatus aircraft into the Bulgarian Air Force, as announced by the president's press office. The commemoration will take place at the "Vrazhdebna" transport air base, starting at 9:00 a....

On the opening day of the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump, expected to be the presidential nominee, selected Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate. Vance, 39, is a former critic turned loyal supporter of Trump. In 2016, he publicly stated he would not vote for Trump, a fact highlighted by media outlets close to the Democrats, such as CNN....

Record high temperatures have driven fish into the deeper waters of the Black Sea, leaving fishermen struggling with poor catches. Fishermen report entering the sea every morning only to return with empty nets. Since the end of June, fish such as safrid have become scarce. ...

The fire near Sakar, close to Svilengrad region, has been contained on all fronts and is currently under the control of the Bulgarian fire department. One active outbreak remains in the direction of the village of Studena, with efforts ongoing to localize it. Seventeen fire department teams are on site, monitoring the situation and ready to respond if necessary....