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United Media secures Bundesliga rights in Balkans, Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria
Broadband TV News
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August 18, 2025
The Bundesliga has extended its deal with south-east European broadcaster United Media for the next four years to screen the best of the German football league across nine territories including the Balkans, Bulgaria, Greece and Cyprus until the...
How an ancient amphitheatre brought the Gospel to life in Bulgaria
Christian Network Europe
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How can you bring the message of the Gospel close to modern people in the 21st century? By using modern forms of art, says Vlady Raichinov. In the heart of the Bulgarian city of Plovdiv, a Roman amphitheatre carved into the hillside has stood for...
Bulgaria's Mining Community Celebrates Professional Day
Bulgarian News Agency
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A formal event was held in Sofia on Monday to mark Miners' Day. It was opened by Dragomir Draganov, Chairman of the Management Board of the Bulgarian Chamber of Mining and Geology, and was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov, Energy...
Bulgaria to Offer BGN 300 Mln in 3-Year T-Bonds on Aug. 25
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgaria's central bank said on Monday it will offer BGN 300 million of interest-bearing Treasury bonds with a 3-year maturity at an auction scheduled for August 25. The Treasury bonds, due on January 22, 2028, carry a fixed annual coupon of 2.75%...
Bulgaria: A rising star in Europe’s economy
Times of Malta
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August 18, 2025
Bulgaria, often regarded as one of the most secluded corners of Europe, is now attracting the interest of foreign investors and analysts alike. The country, with the smallest economy in the European Union, may have gone unnoticed by some, but...
China-Bulgaria art exhibition opens in Sofia
Xinhua News Agency
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SOFIA, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- A joint exhibition featuring works by Chinese and Bulgarian artists opened here on Monday, highlighting cultural exchange and mutual understanding. The six-day event presents more than 60 pieces, ranging from Chinese ink...
Bulgaria: Minibus Filled with Migrants Crashes Near Shabla, One Dead and Several Injured
Novinite
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A tragic accident occurred near Shabla, Bulgaria, when a minibus carrying migrants crashed during a police chase, leaving one person dead and at least one injured, BNR and bTV reported. The incident took place around 12:30 p.m. near the village of...
Bulgaria Today – 18 August 2025
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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August 18, 2025
In “Bulgaria Today” on Monday, August 18, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: St. John of Rila and St. John of Kronstadt – two great saints united in love for people. At the end, we bring you the remix of the...
Bulgarian Teen Shines at ATP Challenger 75, Could Face Wimbledon Champion Ivan Ivanov Next
Novinite
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In a striking performance at the ATP Challenger 75 tournament in Sofia, 18-year-old Bulgarian Alexander Vasilev defeated Russian Ivan Gakhov in a rematch, dominating the court in just 95 minutes with a straight-sets victory of 6:3, 6:3. This...
Bulgaria Weather Forecast: Showers, Thunder, and Possible Hail on August 19
Novinite
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On Tuesday, August 19, Bulgaria will see the development of cumulus clouds across much of the country. In the southern and eastern regions, scattered short rain showers accompanied by thunder are expected, with hailstorms possible in some areas....
Bulgarian Tourist Union Organizes Hike to Mt. Cherni Vrah to Celebrate 130 Years of Organized Tourism in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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The Bulgarian Tourist Union (BTU) will organize a hike for hundreds of mountain lovers, starting from the Ivan Vazov National Theatre to Mt. Cherni Vrah, to celebrate 130 years of organized tourism in Bulgaria. The trail is inspired by the route...
Bulgarian Cultural Society in Berisso, Argentina Marks Seven Decades of Preserving Heritage
Bulgarian News Agency
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The Bulgarian Cultural Society in Berisso, a city in the Buenos Aires province of Argentina, celebrated a significant milestone this year: 70 years since its establishment in 1955. Founded by descendants of Bulgarian immigrants who arrived in...
Bulgaria’s Trade Balance Shows EUR 422 Mln Deficit in June
Bulgarian News Agency
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This country’s trade balance for June was negative, amounting to EUR 422 million, compared to a deficit of EUR 203.5 million in June 2024, the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) said here on Monday. For January-June 2025, the trade balance showed a...
Bulgarian Bus with 10 Migrants from Iraq and Syria Stopped in Romania
Novinite
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Romanian border police have detained a group of ten migrants who were discovered traveling without proper documents in a bus registered in Bulgaria. The incident took place during a nighttime inspection in the city of Calafat between August 15 and...
Bulgaria: Peevski-Linked Filipova Set to Become Deputy Ombudswoman, Potential Acting Prime Minister
Novinite
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Maria Filipova, currently serving as chairwoman of the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC), has been nominated for the position of Deputy Ombudswoman in Bulgaria. The nomination, submitted on Monday to the National Assembly by ombudswoman...
Bulgaria Extradites Suspected Narcotics Supplier to Turkiye
Bulgarian News Agency
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Six Turkish citizens wanted on an Interpol red notice and four others wanted on international arrest warrants have been extradited to Turkiye in joint law enforcement operations with the countries where they had been hiding, Turkish Interior...
Vietnam values multifaceted cooperation with Bulgaria: ambassador
VietnamPlus
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August 18, 2025
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam always attaches importance to strengthening and developing the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Bulgaria, especially through the Party-to-Party channel, Ambassador Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet affirmed at...
Turkmen wrestler Begenjov successfully started at the World Junior Championships in Bulgaria
Turkmenportal
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Turkmen freestyle wrestler Alp Arslan Begenjov (weight category up to 79 kg) won the qualifying round of the World Youth Wrestling Championships, which is taking place in Samokov, Bulgaria. In the first fight, the Turkmen athlete defeated...
Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil holds the festive liturgy at the Rila Monastery
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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August 18, 2025
On the feast of the Dormition of Saint Ivan Rilski, the Bulgarian Patriarch and Metropolitan of Sofia Daniil led the Divine Liturgy at the Rila Monastery. On the eve of the feast, he bowed before the relics of the patron saint of the Bulgarian...
Bulgaria: Viktor Iliev Faces Permanent Arrest Over High-Speed Collision
Novinite
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The Sofia City Court has ordered the permanent detention of 21-year-old Viktor Iliev following a severe traffic accident in Sofia on Friday, in which his car collided with a public transport bus, resulting in the death of one passenger. Iliev...