Bulgarians in Chicago marked Bulgaria’s national day, 3 March in advance, and, for the 15th consecutive year hoisted the Bulgarian flag in the centre of the city.
The event was watched by Bulgarians online. 16 Bulgarian and other companies took part in an arts and crafts bazaar in the centre of Chicago. There were also culinary delights for gourmets, BNR’s correspondent Elena Tsaneva reports.
Meanwhile, for a third year, a “Bulgarian” tree was unveiled in the centre of Chicago – a project by the Bulgarian-American Association inspired by Petranka Stamatova. The tree is festooned with unique handmade martenitsas. It can be seen on Michigan Avenue close to the Art Institute of Chicago until 14 March, our compatriots in Chicago write on their Facebook page.
The European Commission has officially added 'Strandzhanski bilkov chay' (Strandzha Herbal Tea) to the European Union's Register of Geographical Indications. As of 2 June 2025, this unique Bulgarian tea has been granted Protected Designation of Origin..
A Bulgarian-German forum in Sofia is discussing investment opportunities in defence today in Sofia , BNR reporter Dobromir Videv informs. The forum is attended by representatives of German companies and Bulgarian politicians, including Bulgarian..
The Economic and Social Council insists on the creation of an Energy Poverty Observatory and Information System for Vulnerable Households, BTA reports. A national strategy is also needed, including a number of measures for people who..
The vote in the European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee on the annual report regarding North Macedonia's progress towards EU membership was..
As expected, the European Commission's convergence report on Bulgaria, published today, confirms that the country is ready to adopt the euro on 1 January..
'Legal changes have been drafted in response to the frequent road accidents involving trucks, ' said Grozdan Karadzhov, the Deputy Prime Minister and..
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