Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

The official spelling and grammar dictionary of the Bulgarian language has been launched online for the first time, thanks to the BERON platform developed by the Bulgarian Academy of Science (BAS).

In Bulgaria, a stark reality persists regarding domestic violence, as highlighted by Assoc. Dr. Aleksey Pamporov from the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

Sofia's Lunar Festival of Lights is back, illuminating the city with more than 20 captivating light installations across its most iconic landmarks. From May 9 to 12, 2024, the organizers promise a dazzling experience, with a 4.5 km pedestrian route and a fresh addition to the festival's lineup - South Park 2.

The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences has announced the passing of acclaimed Bulgarian writer Alek Popov at the age of 58. Popov, known for his impactful literary works such as "Mission London," "The Black Box," and "Mythology of Transition," breathed his last on March 22.

A recent discovery at the National Archaeological Reserve and ancient Roman colony Deultum near the village of Debelt in Sredets municipality is believed to be the earliest indication of Christianity in Bulgarian lands, according to BTA reports. Unearthed during summer excavations in 2023, a silver amulet has garnered attention for its significance.

A weak earthquake was felt last night in Plovdiv.

The earth shook with a magnitude of 3.6 on the Richter scale, according to data from the seismological center of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

There are no reports of injured people or material damage.

Today, on February 6th, the Polish Institute in Sofia will present the book "Anna In the Tombs of the World" written by famous polish author Olga Tokarczuk*, announced the event organizers. The conversation about the publication will involve the translator Krum Krumov, Todor P. Todorov, and Severina Stankova.

A temporary exhibition titled: "Trebenishte" - 105 years since the discovery of the necropolis at Trebenishte 1918 - 2023", can be visited until March 24, 2024

In a captivating revelation, archaeologist Nadezhda Karastoyanova from the National Museum of Natural History, in collaboration with the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, disclosed the fascinating history of lion hunts on the present-day territory of Bulgaria five millennia ago.

Bulgarian neurologist Ognyan Kolev has contributed significantly to one of NASA's most extensive studies, recently published in the esteemed Journal of Vestibular Research.