Bulgaria Must Be Active Factor in EU, Deputy PM Zafirov Says

Bulgaria must be an active factor in the European Union, and the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) must be the leading force behind left-wing policies, Deputy Prime Minister and BSP chairperson Atanas Zafirov wrote on Facebook Thursday. Zafirov,...

World’s oldest woman’s DNA and diet may explain her 117 years

Wondering what it takes to live to 117? Ask María Branyas Morera and she would have said “order, tranquility, good connection with family and friends, contact with nature, emotional stability, no worries, no regrets, lots of positivity and staying...

Serbia and Bulgaria Respond to Detention of Citizens in Israeli Attack on Gaza-Bound Flotilla

In a significant development on Thursday, October 2, 2025, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic vowed to provide support to a Serbian citizen detained by Israeli authorities during an attack on the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla. The flotilla, a...

Bulgaria Tightens Civil Aviation Rules: Parliament Bans Drones in Restricted Areas and Airports

Bulgaria’s National Assembly has approved at second reading amendments to the Civil Aviation Act introducing new restrictions on drone use and tightening security requirements at airports and in civil aviation. Under the changes, operating...

Bulgaria’s rebate policy risks limiting medicine access

Sofia’s deepening reliance on mandatory rebates shifts the healthcare deficit onto companies and jeopardises patients’ access to treatment, the pharmaceutical industry has warned. The Association of Research-based Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in...

Romania reports outbreak of bluetongue disease in cattle

Romania has reported an outbreak of bluetongue disease in cattle in the southwest of the country, according to an announcement from the World Organisation for Animal Health made on Wednesday, October 1. There are numerous variants of the virus....

Deputy PM Zafirov Reports on Bulgaria’s Roma Inclusion Strategy Progress in Brussels

Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov presented Bulgaria’s progress on implementing its Roma Inclusion Strategy during the 18th European Platform for Roma Inclusion meeting in Brussels on October 2–3, the government information service said...

Bulgarian Embassy in Tel Aviv Seeks Access to Detained Bulgarian Aboard Sumud Flotilla Vessel

The Bulgarian Embassy in Tel Aviv has requested consular access to a Bulgarian citizen detained by Israeli authorities during an operation against the Sumud flotilla, as well as assurances that his rights will be respected, the Bulgarian Foreign...

The Rhodope village of Momchilovtsi is showcasing Bulgarian yoghurt in Shanghai

A clay pot and a wooden bucket from the village of Momchilovtsi are part of an exhibition at the Milk Museum, which has just opened in Shanghai, the village's mayor, Siika Surkova, told the Bulgarian news agency BTA. Representatives of the Rhodope...

'I Have Been Kidnapped,' Says Bulgarian Citizen Detained by Israeli Forces (VIDEO)

Bulgarian citizen Vasil Dimitrov has been detained by the Israeli Navy after boats of the Global Sumud humanitarian flotilla were intercepted, according to a video message he released, bTV reported. In the recording, Dimitrov, from Sofia, stated:...

Bulgaria’s Foreign Minister Uses Munich Leaders Meeting in AlUla to Push Energy Links and Regional Partnerships

The Munich Leaders Meeting in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, brought together senior officials and policy figures to discuss energy security and Europe-Middle East cooperation, with Bulgaria’s Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev taking part on Wednesday....

Over Half of Bulgarian Doctors Face Aggression, Public Blames Them Too, Survey Finds

A recent study by "Trend," commissioned by the Bulgarian Medical Union, reveals a troubling picture of workplace aggression in the country’s healthcare system. According to the survey, 56% of Bulgarian doctors have experienced verbal aggression,...

Bulgaria and Saudi Arabia explore opportunities to expand partnership

Bulgaria and Saudi Arabia have significant untapped potential for economic cooperation, which should be transformed into concrete joint projects, Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev said during a meeting with Saudi Minister of Economy and...

Sephora and Rare Beauty's "Make A Rare Impact" Join Forces for the Third Year in Honor of World Mental Health Day

Sephora commits to donating 100 Percent* of Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez new Rare Beauty fine fragrance sales to the Rare Impact Fund SINGAPORE, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sephora and Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez announce the return of the...

Bulgaria Prepares for Euro Transition with Focus on Transparency and Consumer Protection

Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Doncho Barbalov outlined Bulgaria’s ongoing efforts to ensure a secure and transparent transition to the euro during an information meeting in Haskovo, part of the National Information Campaign for the...

Bulgarian biophysicist Vladimir Kefalov honoured by Boston University

Vladimir Kefalov, PhD Photo: www.bumc.bu.edu Bulgarian scientist Dr. Vladimir Kefalov has been awarded a prestigious alumni prize by Boston University’s Graduate Medical Sciences Faculty, the Bulgarian Consulate in Los Angeles announced on...

Bulgaria regards Vietnam as leading important partner in region: Diplomat

Hanoi (VNA) – Bulgaria always attaches importance to developing relations with Vietnam, its leading important partner in the region, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Pavlov affirmed during talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Le Thi Thu...

Bulgaria regards Việt Nam as leading important partner in region: Diplomat

SOFIA — Bulgaria always attaches importance to developing relations with Việt Nam, its leading important partner in the region, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Pavlov affirmed during talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Lê Thị Thu Hằng...

Bulgaria: Striker Edwin Gyasi Scores On Dream Debut For FC Sevlievo

Ghanaian forward Edwin Gyasi announced his arrival in the Bulgarian second tier in spectacular fashion on Saturday, 27th September 2025, scoring on his debut to earn Sevlievo a crucial draw against Lok Gorna on Match Day 10. The encounter, played...

The Role of Bulgarian Roses In Luxury Skincare And Perfumes

Last Updated:October 01, 2025, 17:27 IST Bulgarian roses, rich in antioxidants and history, are celebrated in skincare for their hydrating, protective qualities and in perfumery for their timeless fragrance. Bulgarian roses, in essence, embody...