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About Dnevnik
Dnevnik is published by Economedia AD, a Bulgarian joint-stock company. Its principal stakeholders are businessman Ivo Prokopiev, who founded Dnevnik in 2001, and Teodor Zahov. Economedia also publishes the weekly Kapital.
Dnevnik was founded with the aim of providing rigorous, in-depth coverage as an alternative to sensationalist journalism, focusing on business, economic analysis, and investigative reporting. It maintains a reputation for relative independence in a Bulgarian media landscape marked by ownership concentration and political influence. The outlet has faced criticism from the ruling GERB party for alleged anti-government bias, particularly in its coverage of corruption scandals, and its owner, Ivo Prokopiev, has faced legal actions widely seen as retaliatory for critical reporting. Reporters Without Borders consistently ranks Bulgaria low in press freedom, citing systemic issues like legal harassment and opaque economic interests, which independent outlets like Dnevnik navigate.
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Trump Claims 'Historic Deal' with Venezuela for Oil Control
- The United States has reportedly reached a deal with Venezuela to gain control over more than 65 billion barrels of the country's oil reserves. - U.S. President Donald Trump described the agreement โฆ
Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria Conduct Joint Repatriation Flight for Migrants
- Cyprus, Greece, and Bulgaria conducted their first joint flight to repatriate migrants. - The operation, involving the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, returned third-country nationals residiโฆ
End of State-Within-a-State, AI in the Operating Room, and Life as a Gravedigger
- This article is an online version of the weekly newsletter "The World According to Dnevnik." - Subscribers receive the newsletter on Saturdays before general release. - The content touches upon themโฆ
Borissov sees no point in party presidential bid without right-wing unity
- GERB leader Boyko Borissov stated he would not run a party candidate for president without a united right-wing democratic bloc. - He suggested that such a coalition is necessary for a viable candidaโฆ
Radev loyalist calls activist's arrest 'active measure'
- A Member of Parliament from President Rumen Radev's party labeled the arrest of an activist in Strumyani as an 'active measure.' - The MP alleged that the opposition orchestrated a 'cheap circus' toโฆ
Director Dimitar Kotsev-Shosho: Optimistic About Bulgaria, Pessimistic About Government
- Director Dimitar Kotsev-Shosho expressed optimism for Bulgaria's future but pessimism regarding the current government. - He believes the government lacks the potential to achieve significant resultโฆ
'Winter Panic' Grips EU as Gas Storage Hits 13-Year Low
- European Union gas reserves are at their lowest levels in 13 years as winter approaches. - This situation has created 'winter panic' among energy traders and market analysts. - Current EU gas storagโฆ
Construction ramps up for Oktoberfest
- Munich is undergoing extensive construction work as it prepares to host the annual Oktoberfest festival. - The photo gallery captures the scale of the preparations for the world-famous beer festivalโฆ
Fire destroys restaurant, ignites hotels and guesthouses in Sozopol
- A fire broke out early this morning in Sozopol, Bulgaria, originating from a faulty refrigerator in a restaurant. - The blaze quickly spread, destroying the restaurant and igniting nearby hotels andโฆ
Kombucha: From Home Lab to Signature Cocktails
- Miroslav Stoyanov-Miki describes making kombucha as a fun experiment requiring only a starter, sweetened tea, and a willingness to experiment. - Originally from North Macedonia, Stoyanov has lived iโฆ
GERB heads to congress amid internal strife and Borissov's firm grip
- GERB, Bulgaria's leading political party, is holding a National Assembly meeting on August 30 to enact leadership changes. - This congress follows another reshuffling of personnel five months prior,โฆ
Sofia Restaurateurs Surprised by Michelin Guide's Independent Audit Interest
- Sofia's restaurateurs are surprised by the high interest in the city's first independent audit by the Michelin culinary guide. - The audit marks a significant entry for Sofia into a new phase, accorโฆ
Key events in Bulgaria and around the world today
- Dnevnik provides coverage of significant daily events in Bulgaria and globally. - The publication highlights pre-announced events, including political proceedings. - The BSP party's plenum decision โฆ
Ukraine's ex-minister to advise Italy on military innovation
- Former Ukrainian Minister Mykhailo Fedorov will serve as an advisor on defense innovation to the Italian Ministry of Defense. - Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto offered Fedorov the position fโฆ
Sofia to Replace 40km of Heating Pipes This Year
- Sofia plans to replace over 40 kilometers of heating pipelines this year to prevent winter outages. - The replacement project starts today and will temporarily suspend heating services for two weeksโฆ
Clashes Intensify Between Locals and Migrants in Ceuta
- New unrest has broken out in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, where thousands of migrants remain after a large influx from Morocco. - Locals have confronted Red Cross workers attempting to distribute fโฆ
Bulgarian Election Commission to appoint Kirkali election body
- Parties in Kirkali, Bulgaria, failed to agree on the composition of the Regional Election Commission. - The Central Election Commission (CEC) will now appoint the commission's members. - The disputeโฆ
Flood-hit Strumyani municipality exempt from waste disposal fees
- The local authority and residents of Strumyani affected by floods will be exempt from waste disposal fees. - This exemption aims to alleviate the financial burden on the local budget and citizens. -โฆ
Deliveroo raises courier pay in Italy by 40% after exploitation accusations
- Deliveroo will increase courier wages in Italy by 40% following accusations of labor exploitation. - The decision follows the Milan prosecutor's office placing the company under judicial administratโฆ
State of emergency for Srebarna Nature Reserve extended by one month
- The state of emergency at Bulgaria's Srebarna Nature Reserve has been extended until September 29. - The extension is due to critically low water levels in the Danube River, impacting the reserve's โฆ
Greece Scrambles F-16s After Turkish Drone Enters Airspace
- A Turkish drone violated Greek airspace over the Aegean Sea. - The drone flew between the Greek islands of Samothrace and Limnos. - In response, the Greek Air Force scrambled F-16 fighter jets.
Bulgarian Business Union Opposes Planned Increase in Insurance Contribution Ceiling
- A major Bulgarian business association, BICA, strongly opposes the proposed 2027 budget, particularly the plan to raise the maximum social security income threshold. - The threshold was already incrโฆ
German Business Urges Chancellor Scholz to Adopt Tougher Stance on China's Unfair Competition
- German industry is urging Chancellor Friedrich Merz to take a stronger stance against China. - Companies cite unfair competition practices by Chinese businesses. - The call for action reflects growiโฆ
Bulgarian Food Agency seizes 38 tons of peanuts from US and Egypt
- Bulgaria's Food Agency seized 38 tons of peanuts originating from the United States and Egypt. - The seizure was prompted by the detection of excessive levels of aflatoxins, including B1, B2, G1, anโฆ
US restricts internships for foreign students
- The Donald Trump administration is implementing new restrictions on internships for foreign students in the US. - Universities were informed of the decision through a memorandum from the Department โฆ
Google to stop deliberately demoting European sites
- Google has altered its spam policy in the European Union to avoid antitrust penalties. - Regulators discovered Google was intentionally lowering the ranking of sites featuring content from commerciaโฆ
Nigeria Reclassified to Frontier Market Status by FTSE Russell
- Nigeria's capital market has been reclassified to Frontier Market status by FTSE Russell, effective September 21. - This upgrade follows sustained improvements in foreign exchange liquidity, capitalโฆ
Massive Lake Formed by Landslides on Nepal-Tibet Border Halts Rescue Operations
- A large lake formed by recent landslides on the Nepal-Tibet border has begun to overflow. - The overflowing lake threatens areas already impacted by severe flooding. - Rescue operations in the affecโฆ
Six months into war, Iran conflict reaches costly stalemate
- The conflict in Iran has entered a costly stalemate six months after initial attacks by U.S. and Israeli forces. - The war resulted in the death of Iran's supreme leader and the incapacitation of hiโฆ
'Rivers of Sofia' Festival Returns for Seventh Edition with New Sports Zone
- The seventh edition of the 'Rivers of Sofia' festival has begun and will continue until August 30. - This year's festival features an expanded scope and includes a new sports zone. - The event is taโฆ
Bulgaria's Recovery Plan faces tight deadline as Parliament works through August
- Bulgaria's Parliament is working through August, an uncommon occurrence, to meet critical deadlines for its Recovery and Resilience Plan. - The Prime Minister is also adjusting government schedules โฆ
Bulgarian opposition to question foreign minister on Russia sanctions exemptions
- Bulgarian opposition lawmakers will question the foreign minister regarding efforts to exempt Russian individuals and companies from EU sanctions. - The opposition seeks to understand the specific eโฆ
Bulgaria Weather: Sunny with Local Showers and Strong Coastal Winds Expected
- Bulgaria will experience sunny weather with scattered showers and strong winds along the coast on Friday. - Cool air from the northeast will bring significant cloud cover to central and northern regโฆ
Dutch foundation to build Ukraine's largest underground hospital
- A Dutch foundation is constructing Ukraine's largest underground hospital near the front lines. - The facility will be situated eight meters below ground, offering enhanced protection against Russiaโฆ
Today's important events in Bulgaria and around the world
- Dnevnik will provide coverage of significant and interesting events happening in Bulgaria and globally. - The publication plans to follow scheduled events, including traditional parliamentary controโฆ
One Night Only
- The romantic comedy "One Night Only" is set to premiere in cinemas on August 28. - Directed by Will Gluck, the film stars Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro. - The movie promises a fresh and unconventโฆ
September 11 'Mastermind' Trial Set for June 2028
- The trial for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused of masterminding the 9/11 attacks, is scheduled to begin on June 5, 2028. - A spokesperson for the military court announced the trial date. - Mohammed iโฆ
Meta and Roblox Partner to Enhance Child Protection in the Philippines
- Meta and the gaming platform Roblox are collaborating to bolster online child protection measures in the Philippines. - The initiative, announced by Minister of Information and Communications Technoโฆ
Hemus Highway: What prosecutor statements do NOT reveal about the investigation
- The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has issued statements regarding the investigation into funds allocated for the Hemus Highway construction. - These statements address public interest but are critiโฆ
Presidential elections to cost nearly 117 million euros, almost double previous ones
- Bulgaria's upcoming presidential and vice presidential elections on October 25 will cost approximately 117 million euros. - This budget is nearly double the cost of the previous presidential electioโฆ
Six Major Economies Demand EU Budget Cuts, Brussels Pushes for Increase
- Six major European economies, spearheaded by Germany, have formally requested a reduction in the European Union's overall budget. - The demand was made during a leaders' meeting in Berlin. - This caโฆ
France eases cheese production rules amid severe drought
- France is temporarily easing strict rules for cheese production due to a severe summer drought and heatwaves. - The drought has caused pastures to dry up, threatening the viability of traditional faโฆ
French Court Rules Flight Attendants Have Professional Risk of Breast Cancer
- A French court has recognized breast cancer as an occupational hazard for flight attendants, linking it to cosmic radiation exposure. - The ruling came after a case brought by a former flight attendโฆ
Man detained in Sofia for driving under influence, with two tires missing
- A man was detained in Sofia for driving a vehicle with no tires and while under the influence of alcohol. - The incident occurred on a busy boulevard during daylight hours. - The man has been chargeโฆ
ECB may raise interest rates again, says Governing Council member Dimitar Radev
- Dimitar Radev, a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, believes arguments for a September interest rate hike are stronger than for delaying. - Radev's comments were made in an intโฆ
Bulgarian health fund corrects competition commission data, revealing hundreds of millions difference
- Bulgaria's National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has corrected data previously released by the Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC). - The CPC had announced an investigation into how the Nโฆ
Nikola Tsolov takes significant step toward Formula 1 requirements
- Bulgarian racing driver Nikola Tsolov has reportedly met the criteria for a Formula 1 super license. - He achieved this by completing at least 300 kilometers during a test day with Red Bull at the Iโฆ
Quote of the day: We need a real 'skinning' of the mafia
- A quote emphasizes the need for genuine reforms to combat the mafia, rather than superficial measures. - The statement calls for decisive action, metaphorically described as a "real skinning" of theโฆ
Ukraine grain exports plummet without Black Sea ports
- Ukraine's grain exports have drastically fallen in August after Russian attacks forced the closure of its Black Sea ports. - Alternative routes via rail and river transport have been insufficient toโฆ
Household lending continues double-digit growth
- Household lending for consumer and mortgage loans in Bulgaria is growing at double-digit rates. - Data from the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) at the end of July shows a slight slowdown in annual groโฆ
Bulgarian President Radev Calls for End to Pushing Students to 12th Grade
- Bulgarian President Rumen Radev advocates for a reform in the secondary education system, suggesting an end to automatically advancing students to the 12th grade. - He stated that changing the schooโฆ
Car Explodes in St. Petersburg, Killing Russian Military Officer
- A car carrying a Russian military officer and his wife exploded in St. Petersburg. - The officer died instantly, while his wife was hospitalized. - The incident occurred in the "Slavyanka" microdistโฆ
Warehouses Ablaze in Kyiv and Across Russia Following Overnight Attacks
- Warehouses near Kyiv and in multiple Russian cities have caught fire following a night of reciprocal attacks. - Russian e-commerce giant Ozon confirmed its logistics centers in Orenburg and Ufa wereโฆ
Poland asks EU to fine Meta over deceptive ads
- Poland has asked the European Commission to fine Meta for deceptive advertising. - Minister for Digital Affairs Krzysztof Gawkowski sent a letter to Brussels urging action against the tech giant. - โฆ
Bulgaria advances bill for more women on company boards
- Bulgarian lawmakers have approved amendments to introduce quotas for women on the boards of large companies listed on the stock exchange. - The legislation is a response to European Union regulationโฆ
Nikolay Mladenov criticizes Israeli policy in Gaza, questions effectiveness of strikes against Hamas
- Nikolay Mladenov, a representative for Gaza, has sharply criticized Israeli policies in the conflict. - He directly questioned the effectiveness of Israeli military actions against Hamas. - Mladenovโฆ
CIA Director Warned Russia Against Escalating Conflict into Baltics
- The CIA director warned Russia against escalating its conflict into the Baltic region. - The warning reportedly concerned Russia's increasing threats against Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. - The viโฆ
Over 1500 missing in Nepal and Tibet after Himalayan flood, cause questioned
- Approximately 1500 people are missing in Nepal and Tibet following a flood caused by a mud and rockslide into a Himalayan river. - At least 800 of the missing individuals are foreigners, highlightinโฆ
Ulrich Wรผst Exhibition in Sofia Showcases Scars of War in East Germany
- An exhibition by German photographer Ulrich Wรผst is currently on display in Sofia. - The exhibition is part of a series by the Goethe Institute - Bulgaria and the Sofia City Art Gallery focusing on โฆ
Traffic Light with Shutters: The Effect of 'Eagles' Bridge' Six Months Later
- An experimental traffic light with shutters has operated for six months at a busy Sofia intersection. - The system aims to reduce speeding towards the 'Eagles' Bridge' by obscuring the green light fโฆ
Russia Eyes New Europe Sea Route, Attracting Asian Economies
- Russia is developing a new maritime trade route connecting it to Europe, attracting significant interest from Asian economies. - The route has seen the launch of its first regular international voyaโฆ
Bulgarian Parliament to Decide on Student Scholarship Eligibility
- The Bulgarian Parliament will vote on a bill to determine eligibility for state-funded student scholarships. - The proposed legislation would exclude students not enrolled in state-commissioned, fulโฆ
Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected in eastern Bulgaria
- A yellow code alert for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall is in effect for the Shumen, Varna, and Burgas regions in eastern Bulgaria. - The weather is expected to be mostly sunny initially, with deveโฆ
European vineyards adapt to extreme heat with early, nighttime grape harvests
- European wine regions are experiencing record-breaking summer heat, forcing changes in harvest practices. - Traditional producers are now harvesting grapes earlier and at night to cope with the extrโฆ
Court Rejects PP-DB's Appeal on Election Commission Appointments
- The Supreme Administrative Court rejected an appeal by the PP-DB coalition. - The appeal concerned the composition of district election commissions. - The court found PP-DB lacked direct legal interโฆ
Journalists Attacked Near Anthrax Outbreak Farm in Bulgaria
- An anthrax outbreak has been confirmed at a cattle farm in Stefanovo village, Lovech region, Bulgaria. - The outbreak was detected after the farm owners, who slaughtered a sick animal, were hospitalโฆ
New strong earthquake registered in Colombia
- A strong earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck Colombia on Wednesday. - The tremor caused building evacuations in central and northeastern regions, including the capital Bogotรก. - Thiโฆ
Photo of the day: The world's largest tomato fight
- The Spanish town of Buรฑol hosted its annual Tomatina festival, the world's largest tomato fight. - Thousands of participants from around the globe gathered to throw tons of overripe tomatoes at eachโฆ
Bulgarian Health Ministry: Blood Donors Not Required for Treatment
- Bulgaria's Ministry of Health stated that securing blood donors is not a prerequisite for medical treatment. - The ministry clarified that organizing blood supply is part of the transfusion hematoloโฆ
Bulgaria invites German firm Diehl Defence to build maintenance center
- Bulgaria has invited the German defense company Diehl Defence to establish a maintenance center in the country. - The invitation was extended by Bulgarian Minister of Defence Dimitar Stoyanov duringโฆ
Bulgarian Lawmakers to Review New Lukoil Manager's Performance
- Bulgarian lawmakers will discuss the performance of the newly appointed special manager of Lukoil Bulgaria. - The economic committee in parliament will review a report on his activities. - The discuโฆ
Bulgaria's school funding formula lacks key quality component
- Bulgarian schools are facing a funding shortfall due to a missing component in the current calculation formula. - This component is intended to account for the quality of education provided. - Introโฆ
Key Events in Bulgaria and Around the World Today
- European Council President Charles Michel is scheduled to visit Latvia and Lithuania. - The "Dnevnik" newspaper will provide coverage of the most important and interesting events of the day. - The aโฆ
Civil petition seeks to halt Plovdiv cable car project
- A civil petition has been launched to halt the construction of a cable car project on Bunkerdzhik Hill in Plovdiv. - Over 1,400 people have already supported the initiative, according to organizer Lโฆ
Bulgaria Sets 1 Million Euro Spending Cap for Presidential Election Campaign
- Bulgaria's Central Election Commission has set a spending limit of 1 million euros for the upcoming presidential elections. - Each party, coalition, or initiative committee cannot exceed 1,022,583.7โฆ
Bulgaria: Integrity tests for officials passed, but current appointees exempt
- Bulgarian lawmakers hastily passed amendments to the State Servant Act, introducing integrity tests for high-risk positions. - The tests are intended for officials involved in public procurement decโฆ
Director Dimitar Kotsev-Shosho: 'We are governed by third-tier DS cadres'
- Director Dimitar Kotsev-Shosho expresses pessimism about the current Bulgarian government, which he believes is composed of low-capacity individuals. - He claims a third of the government consists oโฆ
Bulgaria condemned for leaving people homeless by demolishing their homes
- Bulgaria has been condemned for systemic human rights violations related to the demolition of Roma homes. - The country must change its legislation to end these violations and ensure access to justiโฆ
Escaped TikToker's ankle bracelet lacked tracking device, Bulgaria's Interior Minister confirms
- The electronic ankle bracelet of a TikToker who escaped house arrest in Bulgaria was not equipped with a tracking device. - This was confirmed by the Minister of Interior, Ivan Demerdzhiev, who statโฆ
AI-Powered Drones Make Targeting Decisions in Ukraine, Killing Three
- A Russian drone equipped with an Nvidia chip reportedly used AI to select targets in Ukraine, resulting in three Ukrainian deaths. - This incident highlights the risks associated with autonomous weaโฆ
Bulgarian Committee to Decide on Student Scholarship Cuts
- A parliamentary education committee will decide whether to strip some students of their state-funded scholarships. - The committee will hold an extraordinary session to review proposed amendments toโฆ
US may prepare largest visa cancellation in history
- The Trump administration is reportedly planning a significant visa cancellation for foreigners seeking asylum in the U.S. - This move would target non-immigrant visas for individuals applying for orโฆ
Bulgarian psychologist: Murder should not be a school taboo
- A psychologist argues that the topic of murder should not be a taboo subject in schools. - She states that children are already aware of events and that silence allows misinformation to spread. - Agโฆ
The Economist: Bulgaria's Deficit to Remain Above EU Limit Until 2029
- Bulgaria's budget deficit is projected to remain above the EU's 3% threshold until 2029, according to The Economist. - Government spending as a share of GDP is expected to increase and not return toโฆ
Record drop in US support for war with Iran
- Public approval in the US for the war with Iran has fallen to its lowest point since the conflict began. - President Donald Trump's popularity has also dropped to a record low, according to a Reuterโฆ
Romania's Cernavodฤ nuclear plant unlikely to restart before end of August
- Romania's Cernavodฤ Nuclear Power Plant is unlikely to restart operations by the end of August. - Restarting the plant depends on a combination of factors, according to a Ministry of Energy officialโฆ
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian cars in trade escalation
- President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on all cars and trucks imported from Canada. - This threat escalates the ongoing trade dispute following failed negotiations last week. - Theโฆ
"We are not asking you to fight for us": Zelenskyy appeals to allies for another 27 billion euros
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged allies to provide an additional 27 billion euros to fill a defense funding gap for 2026. - Zelenskyy made the appeal during meetings with EU diplomats iโฆ
Far-left leader Mรฉlenchon likely to reach runoff in French elections
- French far-left leader Jean-Luc Mรฉlenchon is projected to reach the runoff in the upcoming parliamentary elections. - He is expected to face Marine Le Pen in the second round of voting. - The poll rโฆ
Trump's relations with Kim Jong Un deepen doubts about U.S. role in Asia
- Donald Trump's outreach to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un raises questions about U.S. alliances in Asia. - This move occurs at a critical juncture for U.S. security ties with partners from Japan toโฆ
Over 5,800 Bulgarian Postage Stamps Featured in New Online Catalog
- Bulgaria has digitized over 5,800 postage stamps, creating a new online catalog of its philatelic history. - The electronic gallery, launched by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, covers โฆ
Greenpeace: Russian shadow fleet tankers navigated Bulgarian waters
- At least 14 tankers from Russia's shadow fleet sailed in Bulgarian and Romanian waters between January 1 and August 1. - The analysis by Greenpeace Bulgaria reveals the fleet's movement in the Blackโฆ
Millions of Bulgarians can manage their second pension risk โ what they need to know
- Bulgarians with mandatory private pension funds can now choose between riskier or more conservative investment strategies for their contributions. - This change is one of the most significant reformโฆ
Turkey and Israel Slide Towards the Brink; Elections Are Not the Cause
- Turkey and Israel are navigating a precarious relationship, with tensions extending beyond electoral politics. - The leaders of both nations have met previously, indicating a complex diplomatic dynaโฆ
Iran to Consider Sanctioning Nations as Enemies
- Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary stated that any country participating in economic sanctions against Iran will be considered an enemy. - This declaration signals Iran's firm stanceโฆ
Kozloduy nuclear plant may halt operations due to falling Danube levels
- The Kozloduy nuclear power plant in Bulgaria may need to halt operations if the Danube River's water level drops further. - A drop of an additional 17-18 centimeters would necessitate shutting down โฆ
The specter of old age haunts Morocco, creating problems for Europe
- Tens of thousands of migrants, primarily Moroccans, entered the EU via Ceuta in late July. - Some migrants expressed joy upon arrival, with one group even shouting "Long live Spain!" - The influx raโฆ
Photo Gallery: China's Space Boom
- A photo gallery showcases China's burgeoning space program. - The images highlight recent advancements and activities in China's space exploration efforts. - The collection offers a visual overview โฆ
TikTok agrees to $400 million settlement in US child privacy lawsuit
- TikTok and its parent company ByteDance agreed to a $400 million settlement in a US lawsuit over alleged child privacy violations. - The settlement resolves claims brought by the US Department of Juโฆ
US-Canada Trade Talks Fail; Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs
- Trade negotiations between Canada and the United States have collapsed. - The U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on various Canadian goods following the failed talks. - Both countries blamed each other for tโฆ