What Romania and Bulgaria's full Schengen membership means for EuropeRomania and Bulgaria will officially join the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, ending a long wait and improving border management.
Bulgaria centre right leads in snap vote, fails to win majority: Exit pollsGERB party leads elections but lacks a majority, perpetuating Bulgaria's political instability.
Romania, Bulgaria drop EU border checks, join Schengen DW 01/01/2025Romania and Bulgaria have eliminated land border controls after joining the Schengen zone, which enhances travel within the EU.
Fact check: Euro won't affect Bulgarian savings DW 04/13/2025Bulgaria is approaching eurozone membership by 2026, but faces significant opposition and disinformation campaigns from pro-Russian parties.
What Romania and Bulgaria's full Schengen membership means for EuropeRomania and Bulgaria will officially join the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, ending a long wait and improving border management.
Bulgaria centre right leads in snap vote, fails to win majority: Exit pollsGERB party leads elections but lacks a majority, perpetuating Bulgaria's political instability.
Romania, Bulgaria drop EU border checks, join Schengen DW 01/01/2025Romania and Bulgaria have eliminated land border controls after joining the Schengen zone, which enhances travel within the EU.
Fact check: Euro won't affect Bulgarian savings DW 04/13/2025Bulgaria is approaching eurozone membership by 2026, but faces significant opposition and disinformation campaigns from pro-Russian parties.
How to watch Ireland vs Bulgaria: Live streams for Nations League play-off second legIreland aims to secure its spot in League B of the UEFA Nations League against Bulgaria in a crucial match.
ROI can do 'a little better' after Bulgaria win - HallgrimssonRepublic of Ireland can improve despite a comeback win against Bulgaria, looking forward to the second leg.
Ireland drawn against Bulgaria in Nations League play-offIreland will face Bulgaria in a challenging two-legged Nations League play-off to avoid relegation from League B.
How to watch Bulgaria vs Ireland: Live streams for Nations League Play-OffIreland and Bulgaria are competing for a place in League B of the UEFA Nations League.
Ex-player attends game after false death tributesArda Kardzhali mistakenly believed club legend Petko Ganchev had died, only to later reveal he was alive and invited him to a match.
Ireland proved their quality, says star man Parrott after Bulgaria win - Soccer NewsTroy Parrott highlights the Republic of Ireland's attacking depth following their 2-1 victory over Bulgaria.
How to watch Ireland vs Bulgaria: Live streams for Nations League play-off second legIreland aims to secure its spot in League B of the UEFA Nations League against Bulgaria in a crucial match.
ROI can do 'a little better' after Bulgaria win - HallgrimssonRepublic of Ireland can improve despite a comeback win against Bulgaria, looking forward to the second leg.
Ireland drawn against Bulgaria in Nations League play-offIreland will face Bulgaria in a challenging two-legged Nations League play-off to avoid relegation from League B.
How to watch Bulgaria vs Ireland: Live streams for Nations League Play-OffIreland and Bulgaria are competing for a place in League B of the UEFA Nations League.
Ex-player attends game after false death tributesArda Kardzhali mistakenly believed club legend Petko Ganchev had died, only to later reveal he was alive and invited him to a match.
Ireland proved their quality, says star man Parrott after Bulgaria win - Soccer NewsTroy Parrott highlights the Republic of Ireland's attacking depth following their 2-1 victory over Bulgaria.
Prediction: Bulgaria vs Northern Ireland - Soccer NewsBulgaria's national football team struggles to improve despite historical successes.
Prediction: Bulgaria vs Republic of Ireland - Soccer NewsBulgaria expected to win 2-0 against Republic of Ireland in UEFA Nations League playoff.Bulgaria aims for promotion despite being seen as a modest footballing nation.
Prediction: Bulgaria vs Northern Ireland - Soccer NewsBulgaria's national football team struggles to improve despite historical successes.
Prediction: Bulgaria vs Republic of Ireland - Soccer NewsBulgaria expected to win 2-0 against Republic of Ireland in UEFA Nations League playoff.Bulgaria aims for promotion despite being seen as a modest footballing nation.
Three Bulgarians found guilty of spying for Russia from UK baseBulgarians convicted of large-scale espionage for Russia targeting foreign adversaries, including journalists and Ukrainian forces.
3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia in UK and EuropeThree Bulgarians were convicted of spying for Russia, highlighting significant espionage activity linked to state threats in the UK.
Woman accused of stealing Ukrainian soldiers' mobile numbers, court hearsKatrin Ivanova is accused of being a key member of a Bulgarian spy ring attempting to steal Ukrainian soldiers' mobile numbers in Germany.
Three Bulgarians found guilty of spying for Russia from UK baseBulgarians convicted of large-scale espionage for Russia targeting foreign adversaries, including journalists and Ukrainian forces.
3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia in UK and EuropeThree Bulgarians were convicted of spying for Russia, highlighting significant espionage activity linked to state threats in the UK.
Woman accused of stealing Ukrainian soldiers' mobile numbers, court hearsKatrin Ivanova is accused of being a key member of a Bulgarian spy ring attempting to steal Ukrainian soldiers' mobile numbers in Germany.
Clashes erupt as Bulgarian nationalists march against euro DW 02/22/2025Nationalist protests in Sofia oppose euro adoption, highlighting deep divisions over Bulgaria's economic future.
Bulgaria: Borisov's conservative GERB leads in early results DW 10/28/2024Bulgaria's seventh election in three years saw Boyko Borisov's GERB party leading but faces coalition challenges in a splintered parliament.Voter turnout remains low at 38%, indicating a crisis of confidence in the political landscape.
Clashes erupt as Bulgarian nationalists march against euro DW 02/22/2025Nationalist protests in Sofia oppose euro adoption, highlighting deep divisions over Bulgaria's economic future.
Bulgaria: Borisov's conservative GERB leads in early results DW 10/28/2024Bulgaria's seventh election in three years saw Boyko Borisov's GERB party leading but faces coalition challenges in a splintered parliament.Voter turnout remains low at 38%, indicating a crisis of confidence in the political landscape.
The Bulgarian town where love takes a back seat to wine on Valentine's DayMelnik, Bulgaria's smallest town, is famous for its vibrant winemaking culture and annual festivities celebrating Saint Trifon's Day.
Tributes pour in for Waterford man Aidan Bergin (29) killed in ski accidentAidan Bergin tragically died after falling 600m while taking photographs in Bulgaria.
Bulgaria's president signs anti-LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' amendments into lawBulgaria's president has signed a ban on LGBTQ+ propaganda in education, sparking widespread protests and comparisons to Russia's anti-LGBTQ+ legal measures.
Bulgaria's parliament passes ban on LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' in schoolsBulgaria's parliament approves anti-LGBTQ+ law impacting education system.
Bulgarians take to the streets to protest regressive new 'LGBTQ+ propaganda' lawLGBTQ+ advocates protest against a new amendment banning LGBTQ+ propaganda in Bulgarian schools.
Bulgarian police blocked rescue' of teenage migrants who froze to deathBulgarian authorities ignored emergency calls for help, leading to the tragic deaths of three teenage boys near the Bulgarian-Turkish border.
Bulgaria trying to force out Syrian asylum seekers after fall of AssadBulgaria is reportedly using violence and coercion to force Syrian asylum seekers to sign voluntary return documents amid increased harassment at European borders.
Bulgaria's president signs anti-LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' amendments into lawBulgaria's president has signed a ban on LGBTQ+ propaganda in education, sparking widespread protests and comparisons to Russia's anti-LGBTQ+ legal measures.
Bulgaria's parliament passes ban on LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' in schoolsBulgaria's parliament approves anti-LGBTQ+ law impacting education system.
Bulgarians take to the streets to protest regressive new 'LGBTQ+ propaganda' lawLGBTQ+ advocates protest against a new amendment banning LGBTQ+ propaganda in Bulgarian schools.
Bulgarian police blocked rescue' of teenage migrants who froze to deathBulgarian authorities ignored emergency calls for help, leading to the tragic deaths of three teenage boys near the Bulgarian-Turkish border.
Bulgaria trying to force out Syrian asylum seekers after fall of AssadBulgaria is reportedly using violence and coercion to force Syrian asylum seekers to sign voluntary return documents amid increased harassment at European borders.
Bulgarian parliament approves centre-right coalition governmentRosen Zhelyazkov elected as Bulgaria's prime minister, leading a coalition government after months of negotiations, with a focus on stability and quality of life.
Bulgaria's center-right GERB party wins snap vote, exit poll showsGERB party is likely to win Bulgaria's parliamentary election, despite challenges in forming a governing coalition.
Bulgarian parliament approves centre-right coalition governmentRosen Zhelyazkov elected as Bulgaria's prime minister, leading a coalition government after months of negotiations, with a focus on stability and quality of life.
Bulgaria's center-right GERB party wins snap vote, exit poll showsGERB party is likely to win Bulgaria's parliamentary election, despite challenges in forming a governing coalition.
At the EU's external border in Bulgaria, the refugee horror story continuesThe systemic failure of medical care for refugees in Bulgaria leads to hemorrhaging suffering and hopelessness.
Romania, Bulgaria join borderless Schengen zone after 13-year waitBulgaria and Romania have officially joined the Schengen zone, ceasing land border identification checks and enabling free travel within the EU.
Ceremonies mark full membership of Bulgaria and Romania in Europe's Schengen travel zoneQuality journalism should be accessible without paywalls, supporting informed public engagement.Bulgaria and Romania officially joined the Schengen area, enhancing their integration within Europe.
Romania, Bulgaria become full members of Schengen zone DW 12/12/2024Bulgaria and Romania are set to join the Schengen area effective January 1, 2025, allowing free movement without internal border checks.
Romania, Bulgaria join borderless Schengen zone after 13-year waitBulgaria and Romania have officially joined the Schengen zone, ceasing land border identification checks and enabling free travel within the EU.
Ceremonies mark full membership of Bulgaria and Romania in Europe's Schengen travel zoneQuality journalism should be accessible without paywalls, supporting informed public engagement.Bulgaria and Romania officially joined the Schengen area, enhancing their integration within Europe.
Romania, Bulgaria become full members of Schengen zone DW 12/12/2024Bulgaria and Romania are set to join the Schengen area effective January 1, 2025, allowing free movement without internal border checks.
The great abandonment: what happens to the natural world when people disappear?Bulgaria's villages, including Tyurkmen, face severe depopulation due to emigration, low birth rates, and a loss of community vitality.
Bulgaria bans LGBTQ+ "propoganda" in schools - LGBTQ NationThe Bulgarian parliament passed a law banning 'propaganda [of] non-traditional sexual orientation and/or gender identity other than the biological one' in schools, aligning with Russia's anti-LGBTQ+ stance.
Bulgaria's slow path to commemorating victims of communism DW 11/10/2024Mihail Marinov aims to transform the Belene Island site into a memorial honoring victims of the communist regime, despite significant challenges.
Bulgaria bans LGBTQ+ "propoganda" in schools - LGBTQ NationThe Bulgarian parliament passed a law banning 'propaganda [of] non-traditional sexual orientation and/or gender identity other than the biological one' in schools, aligning with Russia's anti-LGBTQ+ stance.
Bulgaria's slow path to commemorating victims of communism DW 11/10/2024Mihail Marinov aims to transform the Belene Island site into a memorial honoring victims of the communist regime, despite significant challenges.
Medieval Church Discovered in Bulgaria - Medievalists.netThe discovery of a well-preserved 14th-century church illustrates the medieval architectural legacy in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.
Odd-looking table at beach bar is a 1,700-year-old Roman coffinAn ancient Roman sarcophagus was found used as a table at a beach bar in Bulgaria, prompting investigations into its history and ownership.
Medieval Church Discovered in Bulgaria - Medievalists.netThe discovery of a well-preserved 14th-century church illustrates the medieval architectural legacy in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.
Odd-looking table at beach bar is a 1,700-year-old Roman coffinAn ancient Roman sarcophagus was found used as a table at a beach bar in Bulgaria, prompting investigations into its history and ownership.
Middle East crisis live: Israel launches major strikes on Lebanon; Bulgarian firm not linked to devices sent to Hezbollah'Bulgarian authorities clear a Sofia-based company of involvement in communications devices linked to Hezbollah explosions in Lebanon.
Bulgaria game 'my worst' NI fans experienceNorthern Ireland fans faced unacceptable treatment in Bulgaria, described as the worst experience by their spokesman, including a denial of basic rights and safety concerns.
NI players 'stepping into unknown' in Bulgaria - FeeneyNorthern Ireland faces a challenging and hostile atmosphere in Bulgaria, impacting the match dynamics.
New Bulgarian caretaker government sworn inBulgaria's ongoing political instability is leading to voter apathy and challenges in establishing a stable government.
Bulgaria faces another snap vote as latest bid to form new government failsBulgaria is facing its seventh parliamentary election in three years due to failed coalition formation by three political parties.President Rumen Radev is expected to call for a new vote after parties were unable to secure enough support to govern.
Bulgaria's GERB tasked with forming minority governmentBulgaria's president tasked a center-right coalition to form a government despite challenges in securing a majority.
New Bulgarian caretaker government sworn inBulgaria's ongoing political instability is leading to voter apathy and challenges in establishing a stable government.
Bulgaria faces another snap vote as latest bid to form new government failsBulgaria is facing its seventh parliamentary election in three years due to failed coalition formation by three political parties.President Rumen Radev is expected to call for a new vote after parties were unable to secure enough support to govern.
Bulgaria's GERB tasked with forming minority governmentBulgaria's president tasked a center-right coalition to form a government despite challenges in securing a majority.
the collective foundation takes over 3,000 sqm rooftop with largest graffiti mural in bulgariaThe rooftop of a parking space has been transformed into a vibrant cultural space by The Collective Foundation, hosting various programs and winning the New European Bauhaus prize 2024.
EU hopeful North Macedonia holds presidential electionsEU accession and the rule of law are central themes in North Macedonia's presidential race.