Новости за 03.11.2025

A cold front is moving across Bulgaria over the next 24 hours, bringing a dramatic change in the weather, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH). Overnight, cloud cover will be extensive across the country, with rain likely in some areas, particularly in the southwest. Winds will be light to moderate from the west-southwest, shifting in the Danube Plain to the west-northwest....

The Institute for Road Safety (IPB) reports a notable rise in fatalities on Bulgarian roads following the introduction of average speed control measures. According to the institute, the number of deaths in traffic accidents increased by 15.2% in the period since the rules came into effect, marking the highest jump in such incidents since 2021....

The use of mobile phones in Bulgarian schools is set to be prohibited starting in January, following the anticipated adoption of the second reading of amendments to the Preschool and School Education Act. Minister of Education and Science Krasimir Valchev discussed the upcoming ban during a visit to the village of Tarnava in Byala Slatina Municipality, where he attended the opening of a new gymnasium at "Hristo Botev" Primary School and met with local teachers. Valchev noted that even before the law officially comes into effect... Читать дальше...

The price of Bulgaria’s consumer basket has risen by 1 lev (0,50 cents), reaching 98 leva (50 euros) compared to 97 leva (49.50 euros) last week, according to Vladimir Ivanov, Chairman of the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets. The most notable changes are seen in vegetables, particularly those already out of season....

The European Commission’s latest enlargement report calls on North Macedonia to move forward with the long-delayed constitutional amendments that would recognize Bulgarians and other non-majority communities as part of the constitution. The commitment to do so was made by Skopje as part of its EU accession process, but the required changes have not yet been adopted. In its annual assessment of candidate countries, the Commission emphasizes that North Macedonia must fully implement all bilateral agreements... Читать дальше...

In the third quarter of 2025, Bulgarian municipalities issued permits for a total of 2,292 residential buildings, encompassing 13,541 dwellings with a combined gross floor area of 1,475,933 square meters. Additionally, permits were granted for 16 administrative buildings with 14,736 square meters of floor space and 1,271 other types of buildings totaling 683,709 square meters, according to data from the National Statistical Institute. Quarter-on-quarter, permits for residential buildings rose by... Читать дальше...

Iran has announced plans to build eight new nuclear power plants with Russian support as part of a major expansion of its clean energy sector, according to the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI). President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that the program remains entirely peaceful, reiterating that Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons. AEOI chief Mohammad Eslami reported that a new agreement with Russia will see the construction of four plants in Bushehr and four additional sites along Iran’s northern and southern coastlines... Читать дальше...

A protest against Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro took place in front of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) in Sofia, coinciding with the expected visit of European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde. The demonstration was organized by civic groups and the nationalist party “Revival.” Law enforcement officers intervened to prevent participants from burning a European Union flag marked with swastikas. ...

The eleventh edition of Plovdiv Jazz Fest is set to take place from November 7 to 9, 2025, promising an exciting lineup of international and Bulgarian jazz talent. Since September 2025, the festival has strengthened its European profile by becoming a member of the European Jazz Network, further cementing Plovdiv as a key destination for jazz enthusiasts. This year’s main program features six concerts at the Boris Hristov House of Culture, presenting Grammy winners, world-renowned jazz artists, and... Читать дальше...

Mountain rescuers are currently searching for a missing woman in the northern part of Vitosha, the Bulgarian Red Cross Mountain Rescue Service reported. Authorities indicate that information regarding her whereabouts is inconsistent, making the operation more challenging. Preliminary reports suggest that the woman is elderly, approximately 85 years old....

“Toplofikatsiya Sofia” will officially start the heating season in the capital on November 4, 2025, launching a phased general connection of buildings to the network. The decision comes as forecasts predict a notable drop in temperatures over the next week to ten days. Subscribers who prefer to delay the start of heating must submit a formal request at the company’s customer service center....

The chairman of the Union of Tourist Businesses, Malin Bystrin, has expressed serious concerns over Bulgaria’s readiness to adopt the euro starting January 1. According to Bystrin, the tourism sector will be the first to encounter the new currency, and the industry is not fully prepared for the practical challenges this entails. “Categorically, we are not ready,” he said in an interview with Bulgarian National Radio....

Minister of Labor and Social Policy Borislav Gutsanov has announced that the maternity allowance in the second year will be increased to 900 leva (450 euros), following revisions to the State Social Security budget for next year. The changes are also intended to encourage mothers to return to work sooner, reinforcing the government’s approach to supporting both families and the workforce. The minister confirmed that the Swiss rule for updating pensions will remain in effect....

More than a third of all drivers caught speeding on Bulgaria’s roads in the past month were foreign nationals, according to data from the National Toll Administration. Since the introduction of the new average speed control system on 12 road sections across the country, authorities have registered 33,288 violations. Out of these, 13,775 were committed by vehicles with foreign registration plates, Interior Minister Daniel Mitov said in response to a parliamentary question from MP Bozhidar Bozhanov... Читать дальше...

Traffic on the Danube Bridge near Ruse will be halted on November 4 due to ongoing major repair works. Passenger vehicles will be unable to cross the bridge from 9 a.m....

Former Energy Minister Alexander Nikolov has warned that Bulgaria could face substantial economic losses due to the recent parliamentary decision to ban Lukoil from exporting diesel and aviation fuel. Speaking on bTV, Nikolov emphasized the central role of the Burgas refinery, noting that it is, directly or indirectly, the largest taxpayer in the country and a critical contributor to the functioning of the state budget. Nikolov estimated that a potential halt in the refinery’s operations could cost... Читать дальше...

Tensions flared in the heart of Belgrade on Sunday as protesters and supporters of President Aleksandar Vucic clashed in front of Serbia’s parliament building. Police intervened to form a cordon between the opposing groups, preventing the confrontation from spiraling into wider violence. The unrest broke out less than a day after commemorative events marking one year since the collapse of the railway station canopy in Novi Sad, a tragedy that claimed 16 lives and left one person seriously injured. Читать дальше...

After a lethal kinetic strike on a "narco-trafficking vessel operated by a Designated Terrorist Organisation (DTO) in the Caribbean," U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that America will treat such groups the same way it treated Al-Qaeda — by hunting and killing them. ...

In the past decade, digital assets have moved from the fringes of finance into the portfolios of everyday investors and large institutions alike. What was once a niche interest for tech enthusiasts is now part of mainstream wealth management. With this shift, one thing has become clear — managing crypto effectively requires more than just a wallet and an exchange account....

A compact classic that never went out of style Across Europe few hatchbacks have earned the steady respect that the Opel Astra commands. Since the early 1990s it has quietly remained one of the continent’s favourite family cars, balancing German engineering discipline with affordability and comfort....

Trinity Capital and Hus Invest, the partners who acquired Park Center Sofia a year ago, are now moving to purchase Mall Plovdiv. The two companies have formally requested approval from the Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) for the transaction. The buyer will be their joint venture, TSH Investment, initially created for the acquisition of Park Center Sofia....

European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis has said there are no signs of any problems with oil product supplies across the European Union, despite the latest U.S. sanctions targeting Russia’s energy sector. ...

The residential real estate market in Sofia continues to demonstrate strong resilience, with prices steadily climbing despite broader economic fluctuations. According to a recent report by Colliers, the average price of a detached house in the capital has now reached 700,000 euros, putting it on par with some apartments in Paris. Interest in industrial and office space remains steady, reflecting a balanced and active property market. ...