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Pernik Welcomes 30th Anniversary of 'Surva' International Masquerade Festival
For three exciting days, beginning today and culminating on Sunday, Pernik hosts the prestigious International Festival of Masquerade Games, "Surva," celebrating its 30th anniversary. The festival brings together traditional masquerade customs and games from Bulgaria and beyond, with over 10,000 participants showcasing their artistry.
Greece lags in EU for internet speed
Greece lags in the EU in terms of internet speed, despite the significant investments that have been made in recent years, according to Eurostat data for 2023.
The country comes last (with only 2.9%) In terms of the ranking of countries with the highest percentage of enterprises with "fast" connections, according to Eurostat data for 2023.
PPC to invest 9 billion euros in 2024-2026
Greece's power utility PPC plans to invest 9 billion euros in the 2024-2026 period with the aim to turn the company into a leader in clean energy, infrastructure and services in Southeastern Europe, under the new strategic plan presented by the company's chairman and CEO George Stassis in London on Tuesday.
Double Epidemic Alert: Measles and Flu Surge Overwhelm Romania
In the midst of an escalating crisis with protesting doctors and nurses in major cities and the looming threat of a nationwide strike from February 1, Romania finds itself on the brink of a potential double epidemic. Following the declaration of a national measles outbreak in December, the country now faces the imminent possibility of a flu epidemic, as reported by Digi24.
Revolutionary Hybrid Station in Bulgaria Charges 20 Electric Cars in 15 Minutes
A groundbreaking hybrid charging station, equipped with solar panels and innovative batteries, has been developed in Bulgaria, capable of simultaneously charging up to 20 electric vehicles in just 15 minutes. The brainchild of Engineer Borislav Mantchev, in collaboration with CERB, this portable station revolutionizes electric car charging, offering unparalleled speed and sustainability.
Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey Forge Naval Alliance
The Mine Counter-measures Task Group Black Sea, formed through an agreement among Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey in January, is anticipated to achieve operational readiness by April or May, according to Admiral Emil Eftimov, Chief of Defence for Bulgaria. The task group aims to enhance maritime safety and minimize shipping risks in the Black Sea region.
Greek prices among highest
Greece has the second most expensive "basket" of basic household purchases among five European countries. These include countries with a much higher per capita income, such as Germany and Spain, but also countries with similar features to Greece's in terms of income and market size, such as Portugal, and developing economies such as Romania.
US Recognizes Bulgaria's Vital Role as Ally Amid Regional Security Challenges
The United States considers Bulgaria a crucial ally, recognizing its exceptionally important role in light of the prevailing security conditions in the region, stated Minister of Defence Todor Tagarev in an interview on Bulgarian National TV's Panorama program following his recent visit to Washington.
ECFR: Europe’s Voters Fragmented Into Five “Crisis Tribes” In Run-Up To 2024 Elections
The new study of The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is based on a survey of public opinion conducted by YouGov, Datapraxis, and Norstat in nine EU member states (Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and Spain) and two non-EU states (the United Kingdom and Switzerland).
British and Balkan Tourists Boost Bulgaria's Resorts Borovets and Pamporovo
As the winter season unfolds, Bulgaria's popular winter resorts, Borovets and Pamporovo, are witnessing a surge in foreign visitors, with a notable presence from Britain and various Balkan countries. Both resorts are currently experiencing high occupancy rates, with Bulgarians forming the second-largest group of tourists.