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These are Bulgaria's best beaches for a 2022 summer holiday

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

Whether you're looking for unspoiled golden sands without the crowds or a lively beach with plenty of bars to have a good time, this is your must-read reference for summer 2022.

Bulgaria

Kiril Petkov chosen by Bulgarian parliament as next prime minister

Petkov is the co-leader of the new anti-corruption We Continue The Change party.

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A trip back in time: Bulgaria's Rila Monastery

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Mountain views, beautiful coloured frescos and a fortress-like complex. Postcards explores Bulgaria's magnificent Rila Monastery, a spiritual centre for more than 1,000 years.

Bulgaria

Four Bulgarian parties agree to form centrist-led government

PP leader Kiril Petkov, 41, will be the coalition's nominee for prime minister.

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Bulgaria's vaccine battle: the mistrust driving COVID's surge

Bulgaria has the lowest rate of vaccination in the EU. Euronew's Julian Lopez investigates why the push to get more Bulgarians vaccinated has shaken the country to its core.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria's vaccination rate is the lowest in the EU

Only 26.4% are fully vaccinated.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria 'moves closer' to forming coalition to end political crisis

The co-leader of We Continue the Change, Kiril Petkov, has said he was ready to assume the post of prime minister.

Moments

Bulgaria is a top destination for 2022 wellness breaks - here's why

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

From balneological resorts set amongst a backdrop of abundant mineral springs to temperate weather that lends itself to climatotherapy, we explore the best Bulgaria has to offer in terms of year-round treatments, recreation and rest for your holidays in 2022.

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Euroscepticism rises in North Macedonia amid EU membership delays

Greece, Bulgaria and EU leaders have all prevented EU membership talks beginning with North Macedonia.

Bulgaria

Human error likely caused Bulgaria's deadly bus crash - investigators

Officials say they have recovered the bodies of 45 victims from the scene.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria and North Macedonia mourn victims of bus crash inferno

The crash is considered one of the deadliest traffic accidents in Europe for a decade.

Destinations

7 ways you can explore the Bulgarian mountains during any season

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

Whether biking, hiking, skiing or swimming is your thing, we take a look at the best ways to explore Bulgaria's ranges and peaks in 2022 with their breathtaking scenery away from the organised masses.

Bulgaria

'Huge tragedy': At least 45 people killed in bus crash in Bulgaria

Officials say at least 45 people have been killed in a bus crash on a motorway 40 kilometres south of Bulgaria's capital Sofia.

Bulgaria

Nine elderly residents killed in fire at Bulgarian nursing home

The Interior Ministry said the blaze “started from the roof of the building” but the cause is not yet known.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria's Rumen Radev wins presidential re-election: Exit polls

Bulgarians were voting today for the fourth time in seven months.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria elections: New anti-graft PP party leads after Sunday's vote

A newly launched centrist movement has a three-point lead over Bulgaria's former ruling GERB party, with 75% of Sunday's vote counted.

Bulgaria

Polls open for Bulgaria's third parliamentary election this year

Bulgaria's third parliamentary election this year takes place with no early signs that the outcome could end the country's political uncertainty.

World News

As virus surges in Eastern Europe, leaders slow to act

While several Western European countries are seeing spikes in infections, it is nations to the East that are driving fatalities.

Destinations

Why Bulgaria is the perfect destination for sunbathing and skiing

With seven mountain ranges and 378 kilometres of coastline, Bulgaria is the best destination for both winter sports and chilling out on the beach.

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Bulgaria gets ready for its third election in eight months

A new anti-establishment party, We Continue the Change, could be poised to take second place and form an opposition government.