Новости за 23.05.2025

In a landmark moment for Bulgarian science, a research paper developed entirely in Bulgaria has been accepted for presentation at ICRA 2025 – the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation – the most prestigious global scientific forum in the field. This is the first time in over 30 years that Bulgarian research has made it to this stage, marking a return to the forefront of international robotics discussions. The conference is currently underway in Atlanta, USA, bringing together the brightest minds in robotics and automation. Читать дальше...

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has taken the step of referring the Constitutional Court to seek a mandatory interpretation of the Constitution, challenging the refusal by the Speaker of the National Assembly to put forward for parliamentary debate a proposal for a national referendum. The referendum question concerns Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro in 2026. In his appeal, Radev emphasizes that the exercise of constitutional powers by state bodies during the process of calling a national referendum... Читать дальше...

A turbulent weather pattern is expected to take hold of Bulgaria over the upcoming weekend, bringing significant rainfall, thunderstorms, and a high risk of hailstorms. Authorities have issued orange and yellow weather alerts across much of the country, warning of potentially hazardous conditions. For Saturday, May 24, the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued an orange warning for intense rainfall in the districts of Sofia, Pazardzhik, Plovdiv, and Stara Zagora, where precipitation... Читать дальше...

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping 50% tariff on all goods imported from the European Union, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing trade disputes....

A network linked to the Russian Orthodox Church has quietly established itself in Bulgaria, pushing narratives aligned with Moscow under the guise of religious commentary, BNT reported. The focus of its messaging recently shifted to the public debate around introducing religion as a mandatory school subject - an issue gaining traction within Bulgarian society. One of the main actors in this influence effort is an organization that goes by the name Union of Orthodox Journalists....

A powerful hailstorm wreaked havoc across several villages in the Sevlievo region late yesterday afternoon, leaving behind widespread destruction of garden crops, damaged vehicles, and torn rooftops, BNR reported. The village of Batoshevo was among the hardest hit. Residents reported hailstones as large as eggs pelting down, shredding gardens and smashing the fragile spring growth....

Journalist Assen Grigorov passed away following a brief illness. His family expressed gratitude for the care provided by the medical staff at Tokuda Hospital in Sofia, as reported by Boulevard Bulgaria. Grigorov was a pioneering figure in Bulgarian journalism and the founder of Boulevard Bulgaria, recognized as one of the country’s most experienced and respected media professionals. ...

Bulgarian MP Stanislav Balabanov from the “There Is Such a People” (TISP) party raised concerns on Thursday about an upcoming report in the European Parliament regarding North Macedonia’s progress toward European Union membership. Speaking from parliament, Balabanov pointed to what he described as anti-Bulgarian rhetoric emerging from the process. According to Balabanov, the political group of the EP rapporteur on the issue, Thomas Waitz from the Greens/European Free Alliance, has adopted a declaration... Читать дальше...

Dozens of schools across Bulgaria have had ties to pro-Russian organizations or have taken part in initiatives supported by Russian institutions, according to answers provided by the Ministry of Education and Science (MES) to questions submitted by MP Kristina Petkova of the "We Continue the Change–Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) coalition. The information was released via the press center of the DSB party, which is part of the WCC-DB alliance. Ministry Representative Attended Russian Language Forum... Читать дальше...

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Foreign workers in Bulgaria are most commonly employed in the tourism, construction, and transport sectors. This was noted by Atanas Katsarchev, Chief Economist at the Confederation of Labour "Podkrepa", during an interview with the Bulgarian National Radio (BNR). According to him, these are the main areas where the foreign workforce is currently being absorbed. ...

The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), effectively stripping the institution of its ability to enroll international students. The announcement, made by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the White House and one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the United States. Noem stated that the decision was due to Harvard’s alleged failure to comply with federal... Читать дальше...

Several settlements in the Razgrad region and parts of the town of Tsar Kaloyan have been left without electricity following a severe storm that hit the area yesterday. According to the North Electricity Distribution Company, the villages of Balkanski, Osenets, and Ezerche, along with sections of Tsar Kaloyan, are currently in the dark. Efforts are underway to restore power, and the supply is expected to be resumed by 23:00, the regional administration in Razgrad announced. ...

North Macedonia has reported its first two confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to an announcement from the Institute of Public Health, BGNES reported. The diagnoses were verified through laboratory testing. In response to the cases, health authorities have implemented the necessary measures....

After Bulgaria adopts the euro, the highest risk of speculative price increases will likely come from mobile operators and electricity distribution companies, not from the food sector. This warning comes from Simeon Dyankov, Chairman of the Fiscal Council and former finance minister, who spoke to bTV. According to him, public concerns over potential food price hikes are understandable, but in reality, the food sector is far more competitive, making coordination for speculative pricing much harder....

The average life expectancy in Bulgaria is on the rise, reaching 75.6 years for the period 2022–2024, according to the latest data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). This marks an increase of 2....