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The European Parliament has approved Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone.
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 8, 2025
Photo: europarl.europa.eu With 531 votes in favour, 69 against and 79 abstentions, the European Parliament approved Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone on 1 January 2026. This paves the way for the Council of the EU to grant final approval for...
Varna Airport expands with open-air gate area
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 7, 2025
Terminal 2 has been modernised and expanded to include a new Gate Garden, which bgtourism.bg reports is the first fully equipped open-air gate area in Europe. This innovative project increases the terminal’s area by over 2,000 square meters and...
European Parliament Approves Bulgaria’s Entry into the Eurozone - Final Step Awaits in Brussels
Novinite
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The European Parliament has given its approval for Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone, marking a crucial milestone in the country’s integration into the common European currency area. The vote took place on Tuesday during a plenary session in...
Over 90% of Forest Fires in Bulgaria Are Result of Human Activity, WWF Analysis Shows
Bulgarian News Agency
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The main causes of forest fires in Bulgaria are related to human activity. Over 90% of fires occurred after deliberate human intervention or due to negligence, indicates an analysis by the WWF environmental organization. Only in 2-4% of cases is...
At 27%, Share of Female ICT Specialists in Bulgaria Third Highest in EU Last Year
Bulgarian News Agency
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In 2024, Bulgaria had the EU’s third highest share (27.0%) of female specialists employed in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector, the Statistical Office of the European Commission (Eurostat) reported on Tuesday. Across the...
Agricultural Land Deals Reach 5.9% Annual Growth in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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The average price of arable land transactions in Bulgaria reached BGN 169.7 per hectare in 2024, which was an increase of 5.9% compared to 2023, the National Statistical Institute (NSI) reported on Tuesday. NSI data show that in 2023, the average...
Eagle Hills will open Bulgari Resort and Mansions in Abu Dhabi in 2030 with architecture by Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel
Spa Business
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The project will include extensive wellbeing services, including a 2,000sq m Bulgari Spa There will also be a fitness centre, a yacht club with a marina, a concept store and a Bulgari Dolci boutique The resort and mansions will be located off the...
Bulgaria Sees EU’s Second-Highest Monthly and Annual Growth in Retail Sales
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgaria registered the second-highest retail sales growth in the European Union in May 2025, both on a monthly and annual basis, according to data released by the Statistical Office of the European Commission (Eurostat) on Monday. Seasonally...
Bulgaria is chairing the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 7, 2025
Marian Bachev Photo: Ministry of Culture Minister of Culture Marian Bachеv welcomed participants to the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which is being held under Bulgaria's chairmanship at the international organisation's...
Bulgarian Culture Minister Marian Bachev Presents UNESCO’s Ernesto Ottone with July Issue of LIK Magazine
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgarian Culture Minister Marian Bachev held a bilateral protocol meeting with Ernesto Ottone, UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for Culture, at the organization’s headquarters in Paris, France, on Monday. The meeting took place on the eve of...
GRE-W vs SRB-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- ECN T20IW Bulgaria 2025, Match 5
CricketAddictor
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July 8, 2025
Serbia Women will be in action against Greece Women in match five of the ECN T20IW Bulgaria 2025, taking place at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy in Sofia on 8th July at 3:45 PM IST. Get the best GRE-W vs SRB-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy...
With pipes from India, Bulgaria accelerates construction of gas pipeline to Central Europe
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 8, 2025
Zhecho Stankov Photo: BTA A second ship carrying pipes for the Vertical Gas Corridor project, which will connect Greece and Romania, has arrived at the Port of Burgas. Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov oversaw the delivery. "These 2,526 pipes from...
Bulgarian Presidency of UNESCO World Heritage Committee Is Great Honour, Responsibility, Says Culture Minister Marian Bachev
Bulgarian News Agency
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The Bulgarian presidency of the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, taking place at the organization's headquarters in Paris, is a great honour and responsibility for the Republic of Bulgaria, said Culture Minister Marian Bachev...
Bulgaria’s Euro Transition: Consumer Group Advises Citizens Not to Rush Currency Exchange
Novinite
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Gabriela Rumenova, founder of the consumer advocacy platform We, the Consumers, has urged the public to be cautious and informed in the period leading up to Bulgaria’s official adoption of the euro. Speaking in an interview for BNT, she advised...
Valdis Dombrovskis: Today is a historic day for Bulgaria
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 8, 2025
Today is a historic day for Bulgaria. This was what European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, Valdis Dombrovskis, told journalists before the start of the meeting of the Council of the EU, which is to vote on the final decisions for the...
Bulgaria secures a victory over reigning world champion USA at the U19 Volleyball World Championships in Osijek
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 7, 2025
Bulgaria’s U19 women’s volleyball team achieved a prestigious victory over the reigning world champion USA in their fourth group-stage match at the U19 Volleyball World Championships in Osijek. Bulgaria won 3:2 (25:15, 16:25, 27:25, 13:25, 15:5),...
Bulgaria is joining the Euro
The Journal
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July 8, 2025
LAST UPDATE | 3 hrs ago EUROPEAN FINANCE MINISTERS have approved Bulgaria as the 21st member of the Eurozone. Bulgaria, which uses the Bulgarian Lev, will adopt the Euro on 1 January 2026. The country’s path to join the eurozone has had a stormy...
Finance Minister: Nothing Can Stop Bulgaria’s Entry into the Eurozone
Novinite
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Speaking ahead of a decisive day for Bulgaria’s European integration, Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova addressed reporters in Brussels, just before the start of the ECOFIN Council meeting where ministers are expected to give final approval for...
Over 27,000 Fans Unite in Bulgaria at Aniventure Comic Con 2025 for Two Days of Pop Culture Celebration
Novinite
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Aniventure Comic Con 2025 concluded last weekend at the Inter Expo Center with a record turnout, drawing over 27,000 fans from Bulgaria and beyond. The event united enthusiasts of cinema, anime, manga, gaming, comics, and cosplay, creating a...
Exclusive: Fraport Bulgaria reveals upgraded commercial offer in Varna Airport Terminal 2
The Moodie Davitt Report
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July 8, 2025
BULGARIA. Fraport Bulgaria has officially unveiled the newly reconstructed Terminal 2 at Varna Airport. It features an upgraded and extended commercial offer operated by master concession holders Nuance BG (part of Avolta) and Lagardère Travel...