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Kazakhstan Opens Visa-Free Travel To 56 Countries
MENAFN
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July 29, 2025
(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: Kazakhstan is preparing to ease its border controls by expanding visa-free access to citizens of 56 countries, according to a recent announcement from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The move is part of a...
Moment brazen ‘terrorist’ arsonist sparks wildfires as deadly blazes spread across Europe hitting MORE holiday hotspots
The U.S. Sun
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July 29, 2025
THIS is the brazen moment an arsonist starts a terrifying wildfire by fanning the flames to help them spread faster. Hundreds of dangerous and deadly fires have plagued Europe in recent weeks with dozens of holiday hotspots left ravaged. 19 The...
Maia Sandu: “Together with Bulgaria, We Share a Vision of a Europe Built on Peace and Prosperity”
MoldovaLive
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July 29, 2025
President Maia Sandu underscored Moldova’s shared European vision with Bulgaria during a high-level meeting with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rossen Jeliazkov, who visited Chisinau on July 27–28. The two leaders discussed deepening bilateral...
Media Review: August 1
Bulgarian News Agency
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POLITICS Telegraph quotes GERB leader Boyko Borissov, who said that “the dreams of generations have come true during this Parliament. He commented that a tremendous amount of work has been done and laws important for the eurozone have been passed....
Favourable Mountain Hiking Conditions Until Noon on Tuesday, Thunder in Afternoon
Bulgarian News Agency
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Until noon, conditions for tourism in the mountains are favorable, with brief rain showers and thunderstorms expected in the afternoon, the Bulgarian Red Cross Mountain Rescue Service (MRS) informed BTA on Tuesday morning. Currently, there is...
Wildfires in Europe: Where are they and what's the advice for travellers?
STV News
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July 28, 2025
At least 17 people have been killed in the wildfires, as ITV News Correspondent Sejal Karia reports Wildfires have been sweeping through parts of Europe, claiming lives and prompting evacuations. Turkey, Greece, Montenegro and Bulgaria have all...
Bulgaria and Moldova Deepen Ties During Bulgarian Prime Minister Zhelyazkov’s Visit
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgaria and Moldova pledged closer cooperation on energy, education, infrastructure, and security during a two-day official visit by Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov to Chisinau and Taraclia. The visit underscored Sofia’s support for...
Young Doctors in Bulgaria Protest Again, Demanding Fair Pay and Respect for the Healthcare Profession
Novinite
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In the center of Sofia, young doctors gathered once more to voice their frustration over what they describe as years of disregard for the healthcare workforce. The demonstration, organized by the “Future for Bulgaria” movement, took place at the...
Is it safe to travel to Greece and Turkey? Simon Calder's expert verdict
Liverpool Echo
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July 29, 2025
Extreme heat has persisted in parts of Europe and some countries are dealing with major wildfires. Wildfires in Turkey on Sunday forced more than 1,700 people to flee their homes and one firefighter died. Greece, Bulgaria and Montenegro are also...
Suspected arsonist, 33, is charged with terrorism after being caught lighting fires in Bulgaria - as country battles 160 fires while infernos rage across Europe amid apocalyptic 50.5C heatwave
Daily Mail
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July 29, 2025
A suspected arsonist has been charged with terrorism after CCTV captured him lighting fires in Bulgaria as a wave of wildfires continues to rage across Europe. Firefighters were battling 160 wildfires across Bulgaria on Monday, as 11 regions in...
'What am I falling in love with?' Human-AI relationships are no longer just science fiction
CNBC
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August 1, 2025
Nikolai Daskalov lives alone in a small house in rural Virginia. His preferred spot is a brown suede recliner in the middle of his living room facing a vintage wooden armoire and a TV that's rarely turned on. The front of the white home is covered...
Bulgaria Partners with Greece and Turkiye on Cross-Border Tourism Promotion Project
Bulgarian News Agency
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A joint initiative is being developed between Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkiye to promote the region through cultural tourism, said Lyuben Dilov, Deputy Chair of the National Assembly Tourism Committee, during an off-site meeting of the Committee...
All-inclusive now being blamed for holiday slump in Mallorca and Menorca
Majorca Daily Bulletin
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July 28, 2025
The Association of Menorca Tourist Accommodation (Viturme) claimed today, Monday, that the expansion of ‘all-inclusive’ holidays has caused a decline in tourist spending on the island. According to Viturme, hotel beds are the only thing that has...
Wildfires in Europe: Is it safe to travel to Greece, Turkïye and Italy right now?
Time Out
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As parts of Europe contend with record-breaking heat, wildfires have broken out in countries including Greece, Italy and Türkiye, forcing thousands of locals to evacuate their homes. So what does this all mean for your travel plans? Should you...
One in five in Germany can’t afford a weeklong holiday
The Local - Germany
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July 28, 2025
Just over 20 percent of German households can't afford a week long vacation, according to a recent report, with that number rising considerably high in some states. In the summer, many Germans pack up their socks and sandals and head off to...
Membership of the Schengen area and the eurozone expands the common ground between Bulgaria and China
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 28, 2025
Diplomatic relations between China and the European Union span over half a century and have delivered substantial economic gains. “Trade between China and Europe has grown from 2.4 billion to almost 786 billion US dollars, with today’s daily...
Bulgarian Foreign Ministry Issues Travel Advisory Over Airport Strikes in Portugal
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgaria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has advised travelers to and from Portugal to stay informed due to announced strike actions across the country. The warning comes after trade unions declared strike action involving ground handling...
Giffgaff UK Launches New Travel Data Add Ons for Mobile Roaming
ISP Review
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July 28, 2025
Mobile network provider giffgaff, which is owned by Telefónica and harnesses O2’s virtual operator (MVNO) platform in the UK, has today launched a new range of travel data (4G/5G mobile broadband) add-ons that will be available to customers who...
Is it safe to travel to Turkey right now? Latest UK Foreign Office tourist advice
Metro
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July 28, 2025
A wildfire rages across a forested area near Cavuslar village, in Karabuk district, northwest Turkey (Picture: AP) ‘Apocalyptic’ wildfires that have ravaged Turkey for weeks are threatening to engulf the country’s fourth-largest city, and now...
Europe burns: Tourists flee inferno bearing down on Italian beach while flames rip through Greek holiday islands and Turkey faces wildfire 'apocalypse' amid record 50.5C heatwave
Daily Mail
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July 28, 2025
Europe is being ravaged by a wave of wildfires and blistering heat as a dangerous combination of high winds, drought, and soaring temperatures triggers mass evacuations. Throughout July, there have been scenes of scorched landscapes and sheer...