Новости за 18.07.2024

A ceramic zoomorphic vessel dated to the Middle Chalcolithic is the July exhibit of the month of the National Archaeological Institute with Museum at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (NAIM-BAS), the museum said. The artefact was discovered during archaeological excavations at Provadia-Solnitsata. With a height of 17 cm, the find has four animal-like legs leading up to a rounded hemispherical body with a short cylindrical neck. ...

Google Maps has discontinued support for public transport information in Plovdiv, reports "Capital". The local administration has not communicated with Google since 2022, leading to this outcome. The deputy mayor was unaware of the cessation of this service, and efforts are underway to find a resolution....

Producers in Bulgaria are raising concerns about the anticipated rise in wine grape prices and a decrease in yield. The situation across the country’s vineyards is mixed, with some regions experiencing rainfall while others suffer from drought. "The year has been quite unpredictable in terms of weather," stated Atanas Vasilev, chairman of the National Association of Bulgarian Vintners (NABV), in an interview with Agri....

The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) said on its website that according to preliminary data, the net flow of direct investment in the country for January-May 2024 is positive in the amount of EUR 591.3 million (0.6% of GDP), being lower by EUR 1....

A recent study found that people who are severely overweight (obese) might not only exhibit altered risk behaviours but also changes in their metabolism and psyche.Scientists at the DZD partner German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbrucke (DIfE) have now explored whether substantial weight reduction improves metabolic and psychological states, as well as decision-making ability. The findings were reported in the journal Clinical Nutrition....

New tourist establishments and hotels are emerging in Bulgaria, despite widespread concerns about the challenges of operating a tourism business in the country. Recently, Minister of State Evtin Miloshev announced the issuance of over 100 new certificates for food and entertainment venues, as well as accommodation and spa centers, according to his press office. Interestingly, the minister also noted that the failure of Ivelin Mihailov's "Historical Park" (Mihailov gained prominence with the recent phenomenon in Bulgarian politics... Читать дальше...

It became clear on Wednesday that there is no support for the approach of Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB), putting the parliamentary group in a situation where they cannot form a government under the second exploratory mandate, Bozhidar Bozhanov MP of CC-DB told a news briefing on Thursday. CC-DB co-leader Kiril Petkov said they would not waste time and are ready to return the mandate once the head of State gives it to them. CC-DB Deputy Floor Leader Lyudmila Ilieva said that there... Читать дальше...

Bulgarians are among the least satisfied individuals in the European Union regarding their available free time. According to data from Eurostat, which has remained consistent since 2018, the overall satisfaction rating stands at an average of 6.8 on a scale from 0 (not satisfied) to 10 (completely satisfied)....

Bulgaria is facing severe wildfires and has sought help from Turkey to combat the blazes. The Bulgarian Foreign Ministry requested logistical support from Turkey, including four bulldozers with two fire teams each, two helicopters, and other suitable equipment. The Council of Ministers highlighted the urgent need for additional fire-fighting resources. ...