Новости за 14.10.2025

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has expressed sharp dissatisfaction with his party’s sixth-place finish in the recent snap elections for the Municipal Council in Pazardzhik. Speaking to GERB MPs in a live-streamed address on his Facebook profile, Borissov criticized the government’s handling of the situation and demanded accountability from the Ministry of Interior. Further reading: 'The Best Is Yet to Come!' - Peevski Celebrates DPS-New Beginning Victory in Pazardzhik ...

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte ridiculed Russia’s naval troubles on Monday, joking about a “limping” submarine that recently surfaced off the coast of France, a moment he contrasted sharply with Cold War-era depictions of Soviet might. His remarks came as Moscow denied reports that the vessel, the diesel-powered Novorossiysk, had been forced to surface due to a malfunction. According to Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, the submarine surfaced in the English Channel strictly in line with international navigation rules... Читать дальше...

The Bulgarian national chess teams concluded their participation at the European Chess Championship in Batumi, Georgia, with both the men’s and women’s squads finishing their campaigns on a high note with final-round victories. The Bulgarian women’s team achieved a particularly notable success, defeating Germany 2.5–1....

A shocking incident occurred in Vratsa on Monday afternoon, when a 25-year-old man took his own life in front of a group of students at a local driving school. The tragedy unfolded shortly before 4 p.m....

On October 15, Bulgaria will experience predominantly cloudy weather, with scattered rain showers expected in the eastern regions and across the mountains, particularly heavy in the Rhodope area. Winds will be light from the northwest in most parts of the country, shifting to northeasterly in the east. Nighttime lows will range between 6°C and 11°C, while daytime highs will reach 14°C to 19°C, with Sofia seeing a high around 15°C. ...

The ruling party in Bulgaria, GERB, is considering a potential ban on social networks for children under 15, an issue that has recently gained attention in public discourse. The debate was initiated by Education Minister Krasimir Valchev, who announced plans to start discussions on the matter, citing ample evidence of the negative effects social media can have on young users. The chairman of the Parliamentary Health Committee, Prof....

Bulgaria’s presence at EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Japan, has been hailed as a resounding success, with over 320,000 visitors from around the world touring the national pavilion over the six-month exhibition period. Managed by the Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency (BSMEPA) under the Ministry of Innovation and Growth, Bulgaria showcased itself as a hub of technological innovation and investment potential. The pavilion achieved notable recognition at the World Expolympics Awards, winning... Читать дальше...

The Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) has reported significant increases in food trade prices in Bulgaria, ranging from 50% to 90%, based on an analysis covering June, July, and August. This was announced by the CPC Chairman, Assoc. Prof....

Alcohol causes cancer, draining economies and taking a toll societies across the WHO European Region. Today, WHO/Europe and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) deliver a simple message to governments: Strong alcohol policies are among the smartest investments you can make. These policies save lives, save money, take effect quickly, and are now backed up by one of the world’s most rigorous scientific reviews. ...

In Blagoevgrad, authorities are investigating the discovery of cocaine in the Second Police Department, with the District Prosecutor’s Office overseeing the case. The matter came to light late last week when a suspect, during questioning, revealed that drugs had been hidden within the department. A subsequent inspection by police officers confirmed the presence of cocaine concealed inside a cavity in the door leading to the transitional room used for detainees....

Bulgarians remain active buyers in Northern Greece, according to local real estate agents, with Kavala emerging as the region attracting the most interest. Buyers are seeking a wide range of properties, from land suitable for caravans to small maisonettes. Property prices have surged significantly, rising from around 900 euros per square meter in the past to approximately 2,500 euros today. ...

A new Gallup survey conducted in Bulgaria during the first half of October shows continued confidence in the government majority and a stable political environment, while also indicating increased mobilization among the core supporters of opposition parties. The data suggest that GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) are experiencing modest gains compared to the previous survey in July. Among decided voters, GERB maintains a clear lead with 27....

Vlado Petrov, one of the first suspects detained following the deadly Pulse disco fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, has died. The tragic incident in March claimed the lives of 59 people, with three more victims succumbing to burns in the aftermath. Petrov, who served as the city’s chief traffic inspector, was considered a key suspect because he had issued an improper parking permit directly in front of the disco....

After weeks of mass protests, Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has left the country, becoming the latest world leader forced out amid a wave of Gen Z-driven unrest sweeping multiple continents, Reuters reported. The president reportedly departed aboard a French military aircraft, marking the third government collapse following youth-led uprisings in Nepal and Bangladesh. Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko, the opposition leader in Madagascar's parliament, confirmed that Rajoelina left the country... Читать дальше...

Bulgaria is seeing an earlier-than-expected start to the flu season, with the first confirmed case detected on October 10 in a child, according to Prof. Iva Hristova, director of the National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (NCID), in an interview with Nova TV. “The flu is already circulating in the country....

Fitch Ratings reports that bank lending in both the eurozone and the United Kingdom is showing signs of acceleration following recent interest rate reductions, which have begun to stimulate economic activity. Mortgage lending is emerging as the main driver of household credit growth, particularly in Spain, while corporate lending is gaining traction in France, Spain, and the UK, with overall corporate credit growth in the latter reaching 6%. The European Central Bank’s latest survey of loan officers... Читать дальше...

Residents of Sveti Vlas will finally have access to safe drinking water today, as 60,000 liters from the State Reserve are being distributed to the community. The handout is scheduled to start at 10:00 a.m....

Ford vehicles have undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with digital technology replacing many traditional components that drivers once took for granted. The shift from conventional mirrors to camera systems, along with the integration of advanced sensors and digital assistants, represents one of the most significant changes in Ford's vehicle design philosophy. This digital evolution, which began in 2008 when Ford first introduced backup cameras as optional equipment on the F-150... Читать дальше...

Flights between Sofia and Brussels were canceled on Tuesday due to a national strike in Belgium that has halted operations at both Brussels and Charleroi airports. The cancellation affects Bulgaria Air’s scheduled services FB 407 and FB 408 on the Sofia–Brussels–Sofia route. The airline announced the decision on its official Facebook page, citing an official statement issued by Belgian aviation authorities and Brussels Airport....

Today, Bulgarians celebrate Petkovden – the day dedicated to St. Paraskeva of Epivat, also known among the people as St. Petka of Bulgaria....

The Sofia branch of the Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) has installed a symbolic billboard reading “THIS IS NOT MOSCOW” at the intersection of Dragan Tsankov Boulevard and Nikola Mirchev Street, only a few meters away from the Russian Embassy in Sofia. The initiative aims to draw public attention to the authorities’ continued inaction in the case of the so-called “Russian enclave”, an 11,000-square-meter area located within the sanitary protection zone of the Iskar Dam. According to the party... Читать дальше...

The sixth unit of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) is currently undergoing its planned annual maintenance, which has included a temporary shutdown due to an issue with one of its steam generators. According to Tsanko Bachiiski, Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Agency (NuRA), the shutdown is precautionary and does not pose any risk to the environment or public safety. The NuRA has not yet received any requests for a fuel replacement for the sixth unit. ...

The Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank, Dimitar Radev, has warned that Bulgaria’s annual inflation will exceed expectations and surpass the eurozone average, highlighting the challenges the country faces in preparing the 2026 budget. In an interview with BNT, Radev emphasized that while income growth must continue, careful management of budgetary expenditures is essential to maintain fiscal stability. Radev stressed the importance of stopping “irresponsible talk” around inflation, noting that... Читать дальше...