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Bulgaria to begin trial for human traffickers linked to 18 Afghan migrant deaths
Khaama Press
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June 30, 2025
Bulgaria to begin trial for five individuals accused of organizing human trafficking, linked to the deaths of 18 Afghan migrants. A Bulgarian court in Sofia is set to begin the trial of five individuals accused of being involved in a human...
Bulgaria: The Price Hysteria Will Continue Amid Eurozone Countdown
Novinite
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As Bulgaria moves into the summer season, the tempo of political developments remains high, particularly with the country on the brink of a final decision regarding eurozone accession. Within this context, several key narratives are set to unfold...
Two Bulgarian Men Drown in Greece and Primorsko
Novinite
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A Bulgarian man, aged 60, drowned over the weekend while swimming in the sea near the Greek resort of Asprovalta, located east of Thessaloniki. The incident was reported by the Greek news outlet “Voria” and cited by BTA. The man reportedly lost...
Healthcare Experts from Trakia University Examine 400 Patients in Albania
Bulgarian News Agency
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Some 400 people were examined during the free medical check-ups in the village of Golemo Ostreni in the Golloborde Region in Albania from June 26 to 28. More than 150 of them were seen by healthcare experts in the last day of the initiative led by...
Bulgaria invests in tourism: It aspires to become a competitive destination in Europe
Tornos News
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June 27, 2025
Bulgaria is attempting a bold opening on the European tourism map, capitalizing on strategic advantages, upgrading its infrastructure and enhancing its visibility, with the aim of establishing itself as an attractive and economically competitive...
Medical Professionals Demand that Their Starting Wage Should Be Three Times the Minimum Wage in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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Present and future doctors and other medical professionals protested on Friday for better working conditions and a starting wage which they say should be three times the minimum wage in Bulgaria. Mottoed “A Future in Bulgaria,” the protest started...
Bulgarian News Agency and Medical University Sofia Sign Partnership Agreement
Bulgarian News Agency
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The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) and the Medical University in Sofia signed a partnership agreement at the BTA National Press Club in Sofia on Friday. The document was signed by BTA Director General Kiril Valchev and the Rector of the Medical...
Bulgaria’s Food Price Checks Seen as Symbolic, Not a Real Market Solution
Novinite
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Mass inspections of food prices by regulatory bodies in Bulgaria are largely symbolic and unlikely to yield concrete results, say economic experts. Speaking to NOVA NEWS, Mihail Krastev, Executive Director of the Union for Business Initiative, and...
Bulgarian Government Expects Strong Summer Tourist Season
Bulgarian News Agency
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The summer season has begun with forecasts for a good year, both at sea and in the mountains, Deputy Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva told journalists in Pamporovo on Friday. She participated in a scientific conference on the role of...
Bulgaria — Parents Take Charge
ABILITY Magazine
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On a recent visit to Sofia, Bulgaria as an occupational therapist, I participated in several parent group meetings where parents with children with disabilities shared their ideas and needs in focus group settings. Several areas of need were...
Two Light Aircraft Down in Bulgaria: No Fatalities, Minor Injuries Reported
Novinite
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A small private aircraft crashed on Saturday morning in the Spano Pole area above Sandanski, in the Pirin Mountains near Bashliytsa Peak. The plane, reportedly a four-seater with a pilot and three passengers - believed to be a family including a...
Bulgaria’s Euro Transition: Who Stands to Benefit the Most?
Novinite
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Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone is expected to significantly accelerate economic convergence with the euro area and enhance the prosperity of its citizens. According to a recent analysis by the Fiscal Board, cited by Pariteni.bg, the transition...
Health Warnings Issued as Bulgaria Endures Sweltering June Heatwave
Novinite
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A heatwave is gripping much of Bulgaria, with temperatures climbing well above seasonal norms. The maximum values are expected to rise further as the day progresses, pushing parts of the country into potentially hazardous conditions. An orange...
CCHF Case Detected in Greece; Health Authorities Issue Advisory
To Vima
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June 27, 2025
The National Public Health Organization of Greece (EODY) has confirmed a domestic case of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) in a village within the municipality of Elassona, in the regional unit of Larissa, Thessaly. The patient, a man over...
Bulgaria: Pension Challenges Go Beyond Euro Adoption, Urgent Reforms Needed
Novinite
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Bulgaria’s pension system is facing deep-rooted problems that go far beyond the question of eurozone accession, according to former Minister of Social Affairs Hristina Hristova. Speaking ahead of the “Changes in the Pension Model - Bulgaria”...
Should You Try Fibermaxxing? Why Doctors And Nutrition Pros Say Yes
Women’s Health
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June 27, 2025
A new viral social media trend has everyone "fibermaxxing." This basically means you're aiming to “meet or exceed” the recommended daily fiber intake. Only 5 percent of people get enough fiber in their diets, according to experts, so eating more...
Analysis Shows Aging Population, Shortage of Medical Staff, Rising Costs in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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A rapid report on Aging Bulgaria: Demographics, Healthcare Workforce, and Future Trends 2040-2050, published earlier this week, outlines the projected rate of increase in the population over the age of 65 in the country, the need for measures to...
Doctors And Nutrition Pros Say That 'Fibermaxxing' Can Help With Weight Loss And Gut Health
AOL
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Should You Try Fibermaxxing? What Experts Say fcafotodigital - Getty Images A new viral social media trend has everyone "fibermaxxing." This basically means you're aiming to “meet or exceed” the recommended daily fiber intake. Only 5 percent of...
Tragedy in Bulgarian Seaside Resort: Woman Discovered Dead, Investigation Underway
Novinite
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A Czech tourist was discovered dead in a hotel room in the seaside town of Primorsko, Bulgarian police confirmed. The report of the incident was filed around 1:16 p.m. on Thursday. The woman had traveled to Bulgaria accompanied by a 41-year-old...
Young Doctors Stage New Protests Across Bulgaria Over Pay and Conditions
Novinite
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Young doctors and medical professionals in Bulgaria have launched a new wave of protests, gathering today in Sofia, Varna, Blagoevgrad, and Vratsa. Their demands remain consistent: better working conditions and a significant increase in pay. In...