Новости за 08.08.2024

Kimia Alizadeh made history by winning Bulgaria’s first-ever Olympic medal in taekwondo, securing a bronze in the 57 kg category. The Iranian-born athlete, who now holds a Bulgarian passport, achieved this milestone with a victory over world No. 1 Luo Zongshi of China. ...

After 24 years, Bulgaria has secured another Olympic champion in wrestling. Semen Novikov claimed the gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling in the 87 kg category at the Paris 2024 Olympics, defeating Alireza Azizkhoon Mohmadipiani with a dominant 7-0 victory in the final. The match began with both wrestlers showing high energy and movement....

Magomed Ramazanov secured his place in the final of the Olympic freestyle wrestling tournament in the 86 kg category at the Paris 2024 Games with a dramatic last-second victory over American wrestler Aaron Marquel Brooks, finishing with a score of 4-3. This victory ensures Bulgaria its third guaranteed medal in Paris, following Javier Ibanez's assured bronze in boxing and Semen Novikov's position as a finalist in classical wrestling. Ramazanov's triumph came after a remarkable comeback from a 0-3 deficit... Читать дальше...

Boryana Kaleyn has advanced to the final of the rhythmic gymnastics individual event at the Paris Olympics, finishing third in the all-around qualification with a total of 136.450 points. Her scores included 34....

Bulgarian lawmakers have ratified two key memorandums of understanding with Romania and Turkey, focusing on regional military cooperation. The first memorandum, concerning Romania, establishes a Special Operations Regional Component Command Headquarters (HQR-SOCC). The second, signed with Turkey, permits cross-border operations for Air Policing....

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has initiated consultations with parliamentary parties as he considers his options for appointing a caretaker prime minister and scheduling early elections. The discussions come as the political climate heats up, with a focus on ensuring clarity and expediency in the formation of a new government. Radev acknowledged that his choices for appointing a caretaker prime minister are limited and noted that he has begun talks with potential candidates, though he did not... Читать дальше...

The European Commission reiterated its commitment to combating discrimination, inequality, and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in response to a new law in Bulgaria that bans the promotion of "non-traditional sexual orientation" and the "determination of gender identity other than biological" in schools. Commission spokeswoman Anitta Hipper emphasized the EU's firm stance on non-discrimination and the importance of a Union where individuals can freely express their identity. Hipper responded... Читать дальше...

In the context of celebration of 70 years of diplomatic relations between India and Bulgaria, the “Days of Indian Culture” will be presented in Bulgaria with the visit of a famous Indian dance troupe from the Indian Council for Cultural Relations. The dance group led by Ms. Arupa Lahiry specializes in Indian classical dance from the southern India called ‘Bharat-Natyam’ which features intricate footwork, expressive hand gestures, and elaborate costumes, often depicting stories from Hindu mythology. Читать дальше...

A physical confrontation erupted between deputies from "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) and the pro-Russian "Revival" (Vazrazhdane) party on the sidelines of the Bulgarian parliament. Yavor Bozhankov, a WCC-DB MP, posted a video of the altercation on Facebook, alleging that he was attacked by a member of "Revival" who shouted homophobic slurs at him. According to Bozhankov, this incident is part of a broader pattern of hostility from "Revival" MPs, whom he often criticizes for their pro-Russian stance. Читать дальше...

The Bulgarian Holy Synod has expressed gratitude to the deputies for adopting the ban on promoting non-traditional sexual orientation in schools. The Bulgarian Patriarchate issued a statement expressing satisfaction with the consensus on values that are of significant importance to Bulgarian society, particularly regarding the upbringing, education, and protection of Bulgarian children. The Holy Synod reaffirmed its consistent stance on issues such as "gender," "marriage," "family," and the need for spiritual and moral education... Читать дальше...

Burgas is increasingly being recognized as a top city to live in Bulgaria, according to Alexander Bochev, chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Real Estate Association (NREA), who shared insights in an interview with BTA. Bochev reported that Burgas outpaces Sofia, Varna, and Plovdiv in real estate activity, showing nearly a 40 percent growth in transactions and a rising trend in the purchase of second vacation homes. The most recent figures from the Registration Agency reveal a significant... Читать дальше...

Asen Alexandrov, director of the 51st elementary school "Elisaveta Bagryana" and chairman of the Association of Directors in Secondary Education, expressed concern over the recent amendments to the Law on School and Pre-School Education, which prohibit the promotion of non-traditional sexual orientation in educational institutions. Speaking to BNR, Alexandrov highlighted the ambiguity in how these legal changes should be implemented, particularly in situations involving students who identify with a different sexual orientation. Читать дальше...

Magomed Ramazanov kicked off his Olympic campaign in Paris with a commanding victory. The Bulgarian wrestler secured a 12:2 win against Canada's Alex Moore in the round of 16 in the 86-kilogram freestyle category. Ramazanov dominated the early stages of the match, taking a 4:0 lead in the first half....

A 45-year-old man from Pernik has been arrested for inflicting bodily harm in a case of domestic violence, according to the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The incident occurred late last night on "Targovska" street, when a 39-year-old woman was assaulted by the man she lived with, in front of their newborn child. The attack was reported shortly before midnight via a 112 emergency call....

The European Climate Change Observatory, Copernicus, has reported that last month was the second hottest July ever recorded. This marks a break in a 13-month streak where each month set new heat records. Despite this, July still experienced the two hottest days on record, and projections indicate that 2024 could become the warmest year in history. ...

Bulgaria has become the EU member state most severely impacted by forest fires this year. According to the European Forest Fire Information System, over 38,000 hectares of land in Bulgaria have been burned so far, more than double the area affected in the previous year. The country is receiving support through the European Union Mechanism for Civil Protection, with firefighting teams from Greece, France, the Czech Republic, Sweden, and Spain contributing to the efforts....

On August 7, Bulgarian deputies swiftly passed new amendments to the Law on School and Preschool Education, banning the promotion of what they term as "non-traditional sexual orientation" in schools. The debate lasted over four hours as lawmakers deliberated on the definition and implications of such propaganda. The proposed changes, spearheaded by the pro-Kremlin nationalist party "Revival" (Vazrazhdane), were fast-tracked through both readings in a single plenary session....

On Wednesday, US President Joe Biden expressed uncertainty about whether the transition of power would be peaceful if Donald Trump loses the upcoming presidential election in November. In an interview with CBS News, Biden remarked, "If Trump loses, I'm not sure at all," highlighting concerns over the former president’s rhetoric and behavior. "He really means what he says....

Three Taylor Swift concerts scheduled to take place in Vienna this week have been canceled following confirmation from Austrian authorities of a planned terrorist attack on the venue. The Ernst-Happel-Stadion, where the concerts were set to occur, has been deemed a potential target, leading to the decision to cancel the events for public safety, as reported by Reuters and confirmed by the concert organizer Barracuda Music on Instagram. Ticket holders will be refunded, as stated by the organizer.... Читать дальше...

Efforts to contain the wildfire on the Slavyanka mountain, which borders Greece, continue as authorities work to manage the blaze. Today, a new area of 1,200 decares will be cleared and fenced off using bulldozers to prevent the fire from spreading further. Over 120 people will be engaged in these efforts, but there are ongoing concerns about outbreaks from the Greek side that continue to affect Bulgarian territory, threatening valuable plant species, ancient moor plantations, and endemic flora.... Читать дальше...

Thursday will continue to experience warm temperatures, with maximums reaching up to 38 degrees Celsius. The day will begin with minimum temperatures ranging from 16 to 21 degrees across the country, and up to 21 degrees on the coast. It will be sunny in the morning, but clouds will start to develop over the mountains in the afternoon, although no precipitation is expected....

The statue, unearthed during excavations in Heraclea Sintica in July, is now on display at the Historical Museum in Petrich. This announcement was made by "Archaeologia Bulgarica" on its Facebook page. On Tuesday, the statue was unpacked, secured, and placed in a spot where visitors to the Petrich Museum can admire it....

Specialists from the Sofia zoo have safely removed a crocodile discovered in the "Botunets" district. The reptile (named Crocky by its owner) had been inhabiting the area until experts were able to secure its transfer. On Tuesday, a man claiming to be the crocodile's owner refused to relinquish it to representatives from the Zoological Garden in Sofia and the Regional Inspectorate for Environment and Water. ...

"Bulgaria Air" continues its operations between Sofia and Tel Aviv amidst the heightened tensions in the Middle East, ensuring safe travel for its passengers as part of its mission as a national carrier. The airline's press center announced that flights will continue with adjusted schedules from August 9 to 13, 2024, following official recommendations from Israeli airport authorities. Passengers should note that the flights on the Sofia-Tel Aviv-Sofia route will be rescheduled to daylight hours... Читать дальше...