On the fifth day of the week following Easter, Christians in Bulgaria honor the memory of St. Peter. Traditionally, on April 24 people named Zhivko or Zhivka celebrate. During all events related to the Easter holidays this year believers are complying with the restrictions and recommendations of the Holy Synod and authorities over the Covid-19 pandemic.
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov participated in a reception organised by the Consulate General of Bulgaria in New York on the occasion of the 117th anniversary of the declaration of the country's Independence. In his speech to the..
Bulgaria considers Israel a key strategic partner and our excellent relations could give a strong boost to the sectors of trade, innovation, education, agriculture and tourism. This was what Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov said at a..
A growing shortage of staff is prompting more Bulgarian employers to hire workers from abroad, according to data from the National Employment Agency. More than 35,000 permits have been issued since the beginning of 2025 . "This year will set a new..
A Bulgarian parliamentary delegation led by Raya Nazarian, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly and Chair of the Bulgaria-Japan Friendship Group, is..
On Wednesday at dawn, temperatures will range between 8 and 14°C , and up to 18°C along the Black Sea coast. In Sofia, it will be around 9°C. In the..
The Bulgarian Foreign Ministry is monitoring the case of Lyubomir Kirov, a dual Bulgarian-Ukrainian citizen who has reportedly been mobilised in Ukraine..
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