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Noise from Vancouver miner's deep-sea operations could threaten Pacific marine life, studies say (Business)
Photo: Paul Hilton / Greenpeace. A pod of sperm whales move into a defence line to stop a pod of killer whales getting to their calf, off the coast of Sri Lanka. Researchers in an area targeted for deep sea mining recently observed the threatened...

Dublin woman born into circus leaves and starts her own business
Everyone has childhood memories of attending a circus with their parents - the incredible performances, the delicious smell of popcorn and the colourful big top tent. But for Kourtney Pavlov that was her life every single day after being born into...

Banking System’s Profit Up 5.2% at End-May, Y/Y - Central Bank
As of May 31, the profit of Bulgaria’s banking system amounted to BGN 1.6 billion, an increase of BGN 78 million, or 5.2%, compared to the first five months of 2024, the Bulgarian National Bank said. Net interest income increased by BGN 27 million...

Wholesale Market in Bulgaria Stable: No Economic Basis for Retail Price Hikes
The wholesale food market in Bulgaria remains stable, with no underlying reasons for price increases in retail outlets. This was emphasized by Vladimir Ivanov, Chairman of the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets, during a briefing...

Azerbaijan, Bulgaria held political consultations
On June 30, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov held a meeting with Bulgaria’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Elena Shekerletova to discuss various aspects of the Azerbaijan-Bulgaria strategic partnership, Azerbaijan MFA...

Bulgaria: The Price Hysteria Will Continue Amid Eurozone Countdown
As Bulgaria moves into the summer season, the tempo of political developments remains high, particularly with the country on the brink of a final decision regarding eurozone accession. Within this context, several key narratives are set to unfold...

In the height of summer Bulgaria expects 6% more foreign tourists
In 2025, Bulgarian tourism maintains sustainable growth despite global challenges. According to analysts, a record number of foreign visitors is expected in the coming months as a result of stable international markets and the recovery of key...

UNCHAIN 2025: Igniting Finance, Innovation, and Collaboration in CEE
UNCHAIN is more than a fintech event—it’s a space where decision-makers from across Central and Eastern Europe come together in a relaxed, open atmosphere to spark meaningful interaction and lasting connections. Set against a vibrant summer...

Azerbaijan and Bulgaria discuss strengthening strategic partnership
Baku, June 30, AZERTAC On June 30, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov held a meeting with Bulgaria’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Elena Shekerletova to discuss various aspects of the Azerbaijan-Bulgaria strategic...

Azerbaijan, Bulgaria Moot Various Aspects Of Strategic Partnership (PHOTO)
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 30. Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov received the Deputy Foreign Minister of Bulgaria Elena Shekerletova today, a source in the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry told Trend . Various...

Bulgarian PM Meets EU Migration Commissioner, Border Security and Illegal Migration Are on Agenda
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov met here Monday the visiting EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner. Border security and handling illegal migration, as well as the war in Ukraine and the Middle East tensions...

Political Consultations between the Foreign Ministries of Bulgaria and Azerbaijan Held in Baku
Political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Republic of Azerbaijan were held on June 30 in Baku. The Bulgarian delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Elena Shekerletova,...

PM Zhelyazkov Convenes Meeting of Oversight Mechanism on Bulgaria’s Smooth Euro Transition
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov convened a meeting of the national coordination mechanism to oversee the monitoring and control processes related to the country’s upcoming adoption of the euro, the government said in a press release on Monday....

Quarter of Buyers in Bulgaria Interested Only in New Construction, Survey Shows
A total of 25% of buyers currently looking for residential property are only interested in new buildings. Another 50% of people prefer it, although they are also prepared to do a deal on a flat in an old building if the terms are favourable. This...

Bulgarian Commodity Market Stable with Minor Price Fluctuations, Regulator Says
Market conditions remain stable with no signs of sudden change, Vladimir Ivanov, Chair of the State Commission for Commodity Exchanges and Wholesale Markets, said Monday. Ivanov noted that the consumer basket now costs BGN 10 more than a year...

Azerbaijan, Bulgaria hold political consultations, eye green energy projects
On June 30, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeyhun Bayramov, met with Elena Shekerletova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria, to discuss various facets of the strategic partnership between the two countries, Azernews reports,...

Bulgarian anti-euro campaigners set up protest camp in Sofia
Bulgarian anti-euro campaigners have set up a protest camp in the centre of Sofia dubbed the ‘City of the Lev’. The 10-day protest was launched after Bulgaria was given a green light for eurozone entry by the European Central Bank and the European...

West Bank tensions soar after arrests and settler attacks
Israel is grappling with fresh tensions in the occupied West Bank after a wave of arrests in Hebron and riots by Israeli settlers against the military that have revealed split loyalties in the far-right government. Israel’s internal security...

Only One in Three Bulgarians Take Action to Fight Climate Change, Compared to 59% in EU27, Eurobarometer Survey Shows
Only 33% of Bulgarians took action to fight climate change over the past six months, while in the EU27 this share is almost double – 59%, according to a special Eurobarometer survey presented Monday by the European Commission. In the EU, 64%...

Bulgaria Has a Vital Role to Play in Schengen’s Future, European Commissioner Brunner Tells BTA
To preserve what has been achieved over the past 40 years for another 40 and beyond, Schengen will need constant renewal. And Bulgaria has an important role to play in making that happen, European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration Magnus...