Latest News from Bulgaria
Bulgaria Denies Media Reports of Search for Two Suspected Terrorists Linked to IS
Bulgaria's Interior Ministry has denied media reports it is looking for two suspected terrorists allegedly linked to Islamic State group.
The information that appeared in Bulgarian media on Sunday was "wrong interpretation of measures being taken by the Interior Ministry", the Ministry said in a statement, according to 24 Chasa news daily.
Banks to Lend USD 1B to Azerbaijan Gas Project to Boost Europe's Energy Security
Banks are arranging USD 1B in financing for, a key offshore gas field project in Azerbaijan seen as crucial for Europe's energy security, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has said.
Bulgarian Archaeologists Find Rare Byzantine Gold Coin in Perperikon
A rare Byzantine gold coin dating back to the 11th century has been found in the ancient city of Perperikon, the renowned Bulgarian archaeologist Nikolay Ovcharov revealed on Sunday.
The coin made of 23-carat gold is depicting Byzantine Emperor Basil II (976-1025) and his younger brother Emperor Constantine VIII (1025-1028).
Bulgaria Radiation Levels Unaffected by Chernobyl Wildfire - Environment Agency
No changes in radiation levels have been recorded in Bulgaria as a result of the latest wildwire in the exclusion zone around the closed Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine, the Executive Environment Agency said on Sunday.
Bulgarian Police Looking for Two Suspected Terrorists Said to Be Linked to IS - bTV
Security has been heightened in places where many people gather in Bulgaria on Sunday following reports that police are looking for two suspected terrorists allegedly linked to Islamic State (IS) group, bTV channel reported.
Police has launched a search for a man and a woman, bTV said, citing sources.
British Tourist Missing in Sea at Bulgaria's Sunny Beach Resort
A Brirish national on holiday in Bulgaria is missing after being swept out to sea in the Sunny Beach resort, the BBC has reported
Ethan McKen, 24, a teacher from Nottingham was hit by a wave and couldn't make it back to shore on Saturday morning. The friends who were with McKen were unable to find him, the BBC said, citing a family member.
Bulgarian President's Eldest Son Dies Aged 14
Filip, the eldest son of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev, has died, the President's press office has said.
The office has quoted a statement by the President's family.
"In this extraordinarily difficult moment for our family, my wife, our two sons and I are asking to be left alone in our grief."
Bulgaria PM Says New Navigation Centers Will Tackle Fuel Smuggling
Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov has cut the ribbon of a new coast guard navigation center in the Black Sea city of Burgas.
In his words, the BGN 2 M facility is just the first of a number of centers which will put an end to fuel smuggling practiced by some vessels.
Folk Fest Drawing Tens of Thousands to Bulgaria's Koprivshtitsa This Weekend
As many as 40 000 people gathered in Koprivshtitsa for the opening day a traditional festival which is being held in the picturesque town for the eleventh time.
Some 12 000 people from Bulgaria and other countries are taking part in the spectacular events which include much dancing, much singing, handicraft, storytelling, and, of course, some food.
Code Red Alert Issued for Eastern Bulgaria over Possible Wildfires
A Code Red warning is in force on Saturday for a number of regions of Eastern Bulgaria, the weather department with the Bulgarian Academy of Science has said.
World Bank to Audit Bulgaria's Energy Market Prior to Full Liberalization
The World Bank will draft a comprehensive review of the financial state of Bulgaria's energy sector and identify steps towards full liberalization of the electricity market by the end of the year under a deal signed on Friday.
MasterCard to Outsource Some Services from UK to Bulgaria, the Philippines
MasterCard has said it will outsource part of its business from its office in Peterborough, in the UK to Bulgaria and the Philippines.
UK-based Peterborough Telegraph quoted a company spokesperson as saying that "?in alignment with other MasterCard business functions we are outsourcing an element of our business to both Bulgaria and the Philippines."
Former Bulgarian intelligence head sentenced to 10 years in jail
Bulgaria's former intelligence chief Kircho Kirov was sentenced to 10 years in jail on August 7 for misappropriation of public funds and violations of financial discipline, prosecutors said.
Bulgaria Ex Intelligence Chief Handed 10-Year Sentence
A Bulgarian court has sentenced former intelligence head Gen Kircho Kirov to ten years of imprisonment after finding him guilty of embezzlement, the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) reported.
Half of Gen Kirov's assets will be confiscated, the Military Disctrict Court has also ruled.
Politico: Leaner, Cheaper Bulgaria Out-Competing Greece
In times of crisis Greece, which "for years grew fat on easy money", must now watch "its poorer, leaner neighbor to the north further compound its deep, almost existential, despair", Politico magazine writes.