Новости за 16.12.2024

Tuesday's weather in Bulgaria will bring sunny skies and milder temperatures. Across the country, wind conditions will range from moderate to strong, blowing from the west-northwest. Morning temperatures are expected to range from 2°C to 7°C, with Sofia starting the day at around 2°C....

Margarita Mikhneva, a pioneering figure in Bulgarian investigative journalism, has passed away at the age of 72 in Geneva, Switzerland, following a prolonged battle with cancer. Her death was confirmed by the Focus news agency. Mikhneva was born in Sofia on April 21, 1952, and graduated from Sofia State University in 1974 with a law degree....

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced a confidence vote in the Bundestag on December 16, 2024, which ultimately resulted in a loss of support for his leadership. The vote, which had been initiated by Scholz himself, sets the stage for early elections. Following the expected loss of the vote, Scholz is expected to request the dissolution of the Bundestag from President Frank-Walter Steinmeier....

A meeting between GERB and the "Democratic Bulgaria" (DB) teams marked the beginning of negotiations to form a new government. The discussions, held behind closed doors without media presence, concluded without any statements from the parties. However, both groups posted identical messages on their social media pages, revealing that the possibility of creating a broad parliamentary majority for a stable government was on the agenda....

Former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad has issued his first public statement since his regime was toppled earlier this month. Shared via the Syrian presidency’s Telegram channel, Assad defended his leadership and claimed he never intended to leave Syria, asserting that his departure occurred only after rebel forces overtook Damascus. According to Assad, he remained in the Syrian capital performing his duties until December 8, the day after the city fell to opposition forces....

The European Commission has issued four reasoned opinions to Bulgaria, marking the final stage before potentially referring the country to the Court of Justice of the European Union. These opinions highlight significant areas where Bulgaria has yet to align with EU regulations. One of the opinions focuses on Bulgaria's failure to implement the "polluter pays" principle....

A serious work-related accident occurred near Boychinovtsi station in the Montana region, leaving two workers dead and another injured. The incident happened around 10:30 a.m....

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has announced that the first mandate to form a government will be handed over to GERB after the New Year. This delay reflects the need for political parties to continue negotiations, which have been progressing slowly. The president emphasized that the time requested for these discussions is justified only if the National Assembly resumes normal operations and addresses pressing legislative matters. ...

Annual inflation in Bulgaria accelerated in November, rising to 2.1% compared to 1.8% in October, marking a three-month high, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI)....

Taxi drivers are preparing to stage another protest due to the unresolved issue of rising "Third Party Liability" insurance policy costs. The demonstration is planned for Friday, December 20, with drivers voicing their discontent over the lack of action from the authorities. Despite recent inspections initiated by various institutions in response to the industry’s grievances, no solution has been reached. ...

In 2025, digital transformation is set to become a crucial factor in the success of businesses across the tourism, hospitality, and entertainment industries in Bulgaria. It is no longer a question of whether these sectors should embrace technology, but how quickly they can integrate it into their operations. Museums, event organizers, SPA centers, and municipalities are increasingly looking to digital solutions as an essential tool to meet consumer demands and streamline their services. ...

Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes late Sunday on military sites in Syria’s Latakia and Tartus provinces, targeting key infrastructure, including military bases and ammunition depots. The airstrikes also reportedly triggered a violent explosion in the village of Hiresun in Tartus. A Massive Explosion seen in Northwestern Syria near the City of Tartus, following an Israeli Strike against a Munitions Depot; with the Explosion reported to have been so large, that it measured as a 3....

The newly inaugurated Thessaloniki metro continues to face challenges just two weeks after its official launch. On Saturday night, a train stalled between two stations, trapping passengers inside for about 15 minutes. Passengers were eventually forced to walk to the nearest station....

Yordan Arabadzhiev, executive director of the Union of International Carriers, expressed significant relief over Bulgaria's long-anticipated entry into Schengen. Speaking on BNT, he described the development as a breakthrough that will bring multiple benefits to Bulgarian transport and the economy at large. One of the immediate advantages is the elimination of prolonged waiting times at borders, which previously averaged around 16 hours....

Former Environment and Water Minister Borislav Sandov assured that Bulgaria is not at risk from the recent oil spill in the Kerch Strait, despite the incident being an ecological disaster. Sandov emphasized the spill's potential to harm marine organisms, particularly smaller species and crustaceans, while noting that seasonal factors may reduce its impact on bird populations. He also mentioned that some of the oil may wash ashore, but meteorological conditions and sea currents make it highly unlikely... Читать дальше...

In the latest global tennis rankings published today, Bulgaria’s top players, Grigor Dimitrov and Viktoriya Tomova, have retained their positions as they prepare for the upcoming season. Both athletes are set to compete in Brisbane, where the new season begins at the end of December. Grigor Dimitrov remains tenth in the ATP rankings....

Bulgaria has recorded 17 cases of flu out of 157 tested samples over the past week, representing about 11%, according to Chief Health Inspector Assoc. Prof. Angel Kunchev....

A tragic incident unfolded in Blagoevgrad, where two young people were found dead after a day-long search by relatives and volunteers. The victims, an 18-year-old girl from Blagoevgrad and a 19-year-old boy from the village of Riltsi, were discovered around 7:30 p.m....

Bulgaria is gearing up for significant growth in winter tourism as the country prepares to open the new ski season in Bansko. The season's official kick-off was marked by a thrilling downhill run on the famous "Alberto Tomba" slope, drawing attention from sports enthusiasts and media alike. The event featured a competition between two teams led by legendary skiers Mark Girardelli and Michael Wallhofer, with the teams competing on Banderishka Polyana....