Новости за 20.02.2025

Laura Kovesi has urgently requested security for Teodora Georgieva, Bulgaria’s representative in the College of Prosecutors at the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO). The request was made to the Bulgarian Ministry of Interior due to a serious threat against Georgieva and her family, reports Bulgarian media Club Z, according to information obtained from two independent sources. The Ministry of Interior has not provided details on the matter, stating only that it does not comment on protected... Читать дальше...

The European Central Bank recorded a historic loss in 2024 due to its aggressive interest rate hikes aimed at curbing inflation, Bloomberg reported. The ECB’s deficit for the year reached €7.94 billion, as the interest expenses on its liabilities exceeded the income generated from bonds purchased when borrowing costs were significantly lower....

In today’s competitive hotel market, managing bookings efficiently across multiple platforms can be overwhelming without the right tools. A Channel Manager is a game-changer, especially for hotels striving to boost occupancy, improve revenue, and streamline operations. What is a channel manager? ...

The Ransomhouse hacker group has claimed responsibility for stealing data from the Supreme Administrative Court’s information systems. The group published documents, including lists of employee names, personal data, and leave applications, as evidence of the breach, according to cybersecurity website Questona. Along with the leaked documents, the hackers addressed the court’s management with a message urging them to make contact. ...

On February 21, Bulgaria will experience mostly sunny weather, but temperatures will remain very cold in some regions. The wind will be light to moderate, coming from the north-northeast. Minimum temperatures will vary significantly, ranging from minus 20°C in the coldest areas to minus 5°C, while maximum temperatures will be between minus 6°C and plus 5°C. ...

Bulgaria is committed to attracting more investments from the Czech Republic by fostering a stable and predictable regulatory environment. This was emphasized during the official presentation of the newly established Bulgarian-Czech Chamber of Commerce in Sofia. The Chamber aims to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries, serving as a bridge between businesses and government institutions. ...

The Israeli Knesset has passed a new law prohibiting non-citizens from entering or residing in the country if they or their affiliated organizations deny the October 7 attacks or the Holocaust, or if they support international legal action against Israeli security personnel. The legislation, which passed without opposition, expands on a 2017 amendment that previously restricted visas and travel permits for individuals and organizations promoting boycotts of Israel. Proposed by Michel Buskila of the New Hope-United Right party... Читать дальше...

Former US President Donald Trump has suggested that his strong relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping could make it possible to negotiate a new trade deal with China. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Wednesday, Trump recalled what he described as a "great trade deal" achieved during his first presidency in 2020. He emphasized the dynamic between him and Xi, stating that while Xi "loves China" and he "loves the USA," this competitiveness does not preclude cooperation....

Sofia Municipality, in collaboration with the Bulgarian Food Bank (BFB), has provided essential food supplies to nearly 600 homeless individuals housed in the three temporary accommodation centers in the capital. The initiative, led by Deputy Mayor Nadezhda Bacheva, aims to support those in need while also reinforcing the message that society has not forgotten them. According to Bacheva, homelessness is often not a choice, but extending a helping hand is....

Today, the European Commission unveiled its Vision for Agriculture and Food, outlining a roadmap aimed at creating an attractive, competitive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food system for future generations. This plan is set to address challenges facing the sector while ensuring food security, climate action, and the well-being of rural communities. It emphasizes the importance of simplifying policies and promoting innovation and digitalization across the agricultural landscape....

Boyko Borissov, leader of the GERB party, stated that his political group is prepared to make compromises until January 1, 2026, in pursuit of Bulgaria’s goal of joining the eurozone. He emphasized that after this date, GERB would no longer make concessions and would take a firm stance on the matter. Borissov criticized the "We Continue the Change" (WCC) party, accusing them of damaging Bulgaria's financial stability over the past four years and now working against the country’s eurozone entry....

At around 08:00 today, a locomotive collided with passenger train No. 30153 at Karnobat station, located on the Burgas - Karnobat - Varna route. The locomotive, which was attempting to overtake the passenger train, failed to stop in time and struck the train, which was carrying only one carriage. ...

Two people were killed in a midair collision between two small aircraft at Marana Regional Airport in Arizona on Wednesday morning, CNN reported. The crash occurred at approximately 8:28 a.m....

A yellow code for severe cold has been issued for all 28 regions of Bulgaria today. Despite mostly sunny weather, temperatures will remain extremely low. In the Danube Plain, visibility will be reduced in the morning due to low clouds....

A new boycott of retail chains is taking place in Bulgaria today, coinciding with similar mass protests planned in Croatia and Greece on February 20. Organizers are urging Bulgarian consumers to participate, emphasizing the need for action against persistently high prices of essential goods. The previous boycott, held last Thursday, led to a 28....