It's that time of year when the sun rises earlier, the days are warmer, and the desire for rest and adventure calls more and more often. A week spent on the sunny beaches of the Spanish resorts of Palma de Mallorca and Málaga or a short weekend getaway with sightseeing in the lush and majestic Barcelona await you just a flight away. In the spring, Bulgaria's national carrier launched its direct flights to the three sunny and magnetic Spanish destinations - Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca and Malaga, which will operate during the summer season, from April to October 2024 ..read more

Maundy Thursday, observed on April 13 this year, marks a significant moment in Holy Week for Bulgarians, rich in traditions and spiritual meaning. It is the day before the Resurrection feast, where ancient customs intertwine with religious rituals. On this auspicious day, the practice of wishing for something while holding money or another valuable item prevails ..read more

Caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev ordered the cancellation of the Council of Ministers' decision to establish the private Mom and Me Multiprofile Hospital for Active Treatment in Sofia, the government press service said on Saturday. Accountability will be sought from the people who submitted the decision for consideration by the Council of Ministers, the order also reads. If a report on annulment of the decision is not submitted on Saturday by caretaker Minister of Health Galya Kondeva , Glavchev will propose to President Rumen Radev to relieve her  of her post ..read more

As Easter approaches, anticipation builds for one of the most cherished Christian holidays celebrated in Bulgaria. Steeped in tradition and culinary delights, Easter is a time for families to come together, share hearty meals, and rejoice in the spirit of renewal and rebirth. While painted eggs and kozunak, a sweet Easter bread, are staples on the festive table, the culinary offerings extend far beyond these beloved treats ..read more

As Bulgaria transitions into May, meteorologists predict a rollercoaster of temperatures, ranging from autumnal lows to summery highs across the country. Mariyana Popova, a forecaster at the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH), forecasts that the lowest temperatures in May will hover between 3 and 8 degrees Celsius, while the mercury will soar to highs between 28 and 33 degrees Celsius. Expectations for May indicate that the average monthly temperature will surpass the norm, which typically ranges between 16 and 19 degrees Celsius for most of the country ..read more

May 1st marks Labor Day and International Workers' Solidarity, observed by countries around the world to honor the contributions of workers and advocate for labor rights. While the date is celebrated on various days in different nations, May 1st holds particular significance in countries like Bulgaria and across Europe. Originating in the late 19th century, Labor Day emerged amidst demands for improved working conditions and reduced working hours, exemplified by the historic events of May 1, 1886, in the United States ..read more

Bird lovers from across Bulgaria participated in the eighth annual "Let’s Count the Sparrows” campaign organized by the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds on April 27. Volunteers from 465 locations reported a total count of 6,240 sparrows belonging to three species: house sparrow, field sparrow, and Spanish sparrow. Among these, the house sparrow emerged as the most prevalent species, comprising 83% of the total count ..read more

A recent report by a group of Western insurers has shed light on Russia's ability to circumvent Western oil sanctions, revealing that measures aimed at capping Russian oil prices have proven ineffective and have inadvertently fueled a surge in gray zone activities. Introduced by the seven most developed industrial countries, including the EU, the cap on Russian oil prices was designed to curtail Kremlin revenue without disrupting global oil trade or causing energy price spikes. However, the cap, which stipulates that deals must be made at prices below 60 USD a barrel for Western shippers and i ..read more

With Easter festivities fast approaching, Bulgarians are eagerly preparing to celebrate one of the most cherished holidays of the year. However, as households gear up for the traditional Easter meal, a recent analysis sheds light on the financial outlay required to ensure a bountiful spread on the table. According to findings by the Institute for Social and Trade Union Research, Education and Training (ISTURET) at the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB), the essential items for an Easter meal amount to approximately BGN 110 ..read more

In a significant stride towards enhancing connectivity between Turkey and Bulgaria, the launch of direct flights between Istanbul and Sofia marks a milestone in air travel. The initiative, spearheaded by the low-cost airline "Pegasus," is set to commence operations from May 1, 2024, promising convenient and affordable travel options for passengers. Announced via a post on Facebook by the Embassy of Bulgaria in Turkey, the commencement of direct flights reflects the culmination of collaborative efforts between various institutions ..read more