Personnel and military equipment will be transported via the national road and rail networks between May 26 and June 13 in connection with the upcoming tactical live-fire exercise Strike Back 26, the Bulgarian Defence Ministry said on Monday. The exercise will take place at the Koren training area »»»

Vigevano, Italy: A local election in an industrial city in northern Italy is exposing differences over immigration between governing coalition parties and showing how the country’s rapidly changing social fabric is shaping politics. Surrounded by factories and rice paddies, Vigevano is a city of 62»»»

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to India marks an effort by Washington and New Delhi to steady strained relations as both countries seek to reinforce strategic and economic ties despite recent trade tensions. In meetings on Sunday with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Fo»»»

The national plan for secondary education admissions in Bulgaria for the 2026/2027 school year shows that 63% of the enrolment positions are for vocational training. To ensure that secondary-level vocational education is linked to the needs of the labour market, it is essential to develop the dual »»»

  ↵ Just a decade ago, the dominant demographic narrative was of "dying Russia" — a population hollowed out by the chaos that followed the Soviet collapse, shrinking through a combination of low birth rates, high mortality and mass emigration. The meme was convenient and, for a while, acc»»»

  ↵ Just a decade ago, the dominant demographic narrative was of "dying Russia" — a population hollowed out by the chaos that followed the Soviet collapse, shrinking through a combination of low birth rates, high mortality and mass emigration. The meme was convenient and, for a while, acc»»»

Alternative for Germany’s lead candidate in Saxony-Anhalt, Ulrich Siegmund, said his party wants to form the first AfD-led regional government in Germany, European media reported. Recent polls show AfD on course to win the September election in the eastern German state, with the possibility of gove»»»

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that he had told diplomatic representatives not to "rush into a deal" with Tehran to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, walking back earlier signals of progress towards a peace agreement. The draft agreement would reportedly postpone talks over Iran's nuclear p»»»

Hundreds of Turkish riot police stormed the Ankara headquarters of the country's main political opposition to remove the party's ousted leader, who was dismissed by a court order on Thursday. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has overseen a year-long legal crackdown on the CHP opposition party followi»»»

Prime Minister Péter Magyar said salaries for the prime minister, ministers, members of parliament and mayors will be significantly reduced, in an interview with RTL broadcast on Saturday evening. He also said that VAT cuts, tax reductions, the introduction of a pensioners’ SZÉP card and the HUF 10»»»

Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control 2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJacob EvansBBC World Service AFP via Getty ImagesRyanair and other European airlines now fly to Western Sahara, with some calling it Morocco Back in March, an email lan»»»

May 24 is about the future, not nostalgia, President Iliana Iotova said at a reception at the National Museum of History on Sunday. Letters hold special significance for Bulgarians, their culture and literature, Iotova told guests at the traditional reception marking the Day of the Holy Brothers Cy»»»

The situation in flood-hit Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo and Lovech is gradually normalizing after torrential rain on Friday and Saturday, local officials said on Sunday. Crews are clearing settlements and restoring damaged infrastructure, while river levels and water supplies remain under watch. Stara R»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite regional tensions, supported by structural demand drivers, regulatory reforms and continued investor confidence, according to CBRE. In its latest market review, the real estate consultancy said the Kin»»»

Turkish riot police fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on Sunday, deepening a crisis at the heart of Türkiye's democracy. Clouds of tear gas billowed within the Republican People's Party (CHP) building while those inside »»»

The United States and Iran could strike a deal to end the Middle East war as early as Sunday, Washington's top diplomat said, while Tehran insisted the agreement would do nothing to limit its nuclear program. Washington and Tehran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push for a n»»»

TEHRAN: The United States and Iran could strike a deal to end the Middle East war as early as Sunday, Washington’s top diplomat said, while Tehran insisted the agreement would do nothing to limit its nuclear program. Washington and Tehran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push»»»

Тhe Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters was marked with ceremonial processions and celebrations across Bulgaria on Sunday. Politicians and public figures addressed Bulgarians on the occasion, highlighting the importance»»»

The situation in Apriltsi is returning to normal, Tihomir Kukenski, mayor of the municipality, told the Bulgarian News Agency on Sunday. The Vidima and Ostreshka rivers have already returned to their beds, he noted. A partial state of emergency was declared in the municipality on Saturday after 86 »»»

Minister of Environment and Water Rositsa Karamfilova-Blagova Sunday visited Blagoevgrad to take part in celebrations marking the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters, as well as the city’s anniversary. "On days like thi»»»

The all-school anthem Varvi, Narode Vazrodeni rang out in the Greek capital of Athens on Sunday, May 24 – the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature. In the presence of students and parents at Attiki Square, the Bulga»»»

A ceremonial procession marking May 24 — the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters — was held in Sofia on Sunday. Among those taking part were President Iliana Iotova, National Assembly Chair Mihaela Dotsova, Bulgarian Pa»»»

Bulgarian Patriarch and Metropolitan of Sofia Daniil led a ceremonial water blessing outside the Sts Cyril and Methodius National Library on Sunday, opening the official ceremony marking May 24 - the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and»»»

The United States and Iran could strike a deal to end the Middle East war as early as Sunday, Washington's top diplomat said, while Tehran insisted the agreement would do nothing to limit its nuclear program. Washington and Tehran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push for a n»»»

Speaking during a ceremony marking the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters here on Sunday, President Iliana Iotova urged Bulgarians to preserve the Bulgarian language. “Let us preserve the Bulgarian language, which make»»»

Speaking here on Sunday, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said that "today we feel how the legacy of Saints Cyril and Methodius continues to live within us — in the way we think, speak, and connect with one another." He took part in a ceremony marking the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of »»»

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said an announcement was possible later Sunday on a deal with Iran that could formally end the Middle East war, insisting goals had been met. "I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," Rubio told re»»»

In a Facebook post dedicated to May 24 – the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature – and published on Sunday, Vazrazhdane Chair Kostadin Kostadinov marked May 24 by addressing the Bulgarian people. Kostadinov wrote: »»»

The Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) has opened formal proceedings against Kaufland Bulgaria EOOD & CO and Maxima Bulgaria EOOD, the operator of T-Market stores, over suspected unfair trading practices in their relations with suppliers and producers, according to an official s»»»

MRF Chair Delyan Peevski, cited by the MRF press service on Sunday, urged Bulgarians to let knowledge and wisdom be their guides toward a better future for their homeland. He congratulated the Bulgarian people on May 24, the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, E»»»

A ceremonial procession marking May 24 — the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters — has begun in Sofia. Among those taking part are President Iliana Iotova, National Assembly Chair Mihaela Dotsova, Bulgarian Patriarch an»»»

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said an announcement was possible later Sunday on a deal with Iran that could formally end the Middle East war, insisting goals had been met. "I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," Rubio told repo»»»

Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria and the Yes, Bulgaria – the two parties that comprise the Democratic Bulgaria coalition – both published Facebook posts on Sunday to mark May 24, the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literat»»»

In a Facebook post dedicated to May 24 – the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature – and published on Sunday, Prime Minister Rumen Radev wrote that on the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, the Bulgarian people celeb»»»

In a Facebook post dedicated to May 24 – the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature – and published on Sunday, Continue the Change said that this is the day when Bulgaria celebrates its language, its memory, and its i»»»

In a Facebook post dedicated to May 24 – the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature – and published on Sunday, GERB Chair Boyko Borissov urged the Bulgarian people to preserve the power of the Bulgarian language and r»»»

During a meeting with teachers, scholars, artists, and students, Minister of Education and Science Georgi Valchev said that on May 24, Bulgaria celebrates its most joyous holiday – a celebration of the word, knowledge, and the spirit, the Ministry of Education press service said on Sunday. On May 2»»»

Aboard the RFA Lyme Bay docked off the coast of Gibraltar, hundreds of British sailors are waiting to be deployed for a mine-clearing mission to the Strait of Hormuz that is still in doubt. US President Donald Trump has lashed out at allies for not doing more to support the United States' war effor»»»

Venezuela's Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado announced Saturday that she plans to run for president again and intends to return to her home country before the end of 2026. Machado's remarks, made while meeting in Panama with several fellow Venezuelan opposition leaders, come more tha»»»

Makerfield, a little-known political district in northwest England, has been thrust into the spotlight in the UK ahead of a by-election dubbed one of the most consequential in British history. The June 18 vote could prompt embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer's downfall, as the main potential riva»»»

On May 24, Bulgaria celebrates the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slavic Literature. The day is traditionally marked by paying floral tributes to monuments of St Cyril and St Methodius and festivities at schools, community cent»»»

ABOARD THE RFA LYME BAY: Aboard the RFA Lyme Bay docked off the coast of Gibraltar, hundreds of British sailors are waiting to be deployed for a mine-clearing mission to the Strait of Hormuz that is still in doubt. US President Donald Trump has lashed out at allies for not doing more to support the»»»

PANAMA CITY, Panama: Venezuela’s Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado announced on Saturday that she plans to run for president again and intends to return to her home country before the end of 2026. Machado’s remarks, made while meeting in Panama with several fellow Venezuelan oppositio»»»

East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy 6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleWedaeli Chibelushi Anadolu via Getty ImagesGikomba in Nairobi is just one of many huge markets dedicated to worn clothing in East Africa Not even heavy rain can keep shoppers away fr»»»

Dubai: US President Donald Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz will fully reopen under a peace agreement with Iran is “far from reality”, Iran’s semi-official Fars news agency reported on Sunday, saying Tehran would retain control over shipping through the strategic waterway. “Based on the late»»»

The first time 5-year-old Calvin Owens went outside in more than a month, he met up with his canine friend Hadley on a hospital patio. Despite being tethered to equipment with wires and tubes, the little boy managed to stand up near his wheelchair long enough to toss her a ball. He smiled as she ra»»»

Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia 18 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBrandon DrenonWashington EPAKilmar Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and brought back to the US last year A US judge has dismissed the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Gar»»»

A state of emergency has been declared in several municipalities across the Veliko Tarnovo Region, Gabrovo Region and Lovech Region following intense overnight rainfall and the subsequent overflowing of rivers and reservoirs. No fatalities have been reported so far, but homes and yards have been fl»»»

The Bulgarian government's measures and actions regarding the upcoming fiscal consolidation were discussed at a meeting between Bulgaria's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Galab Donev, and the European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, Valdis Dombrovskis, that took place in N»»»

An Israeli strike killed five police officers in the northern Gaza Strip on Saturday, said a hospital and the Palestinian territory's police force, which operates under Hamas authority "Five martyrs, all police officers, and a number of wounded -- one of whom is in critical condition -- arrived fol»»»