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75th Strandja Memorial Tournament: Nikhat, Panghal shine as six Indian boxers storm into finals

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal put up a dominating show to enter the finals along with the four other Indian boxers at the 75th Strandja Memorial Tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria on Saturday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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5 of Bulgaria’s lesser-known ski resorts for cheap winter holidays

Skiing in the Balkans offers cheaper rates, World Cup pistes and surprisingly lively towns

The Independent UK

We've made 'huge progress' on Schengen membership: Bulgarian PM Denkov

Talking Europe sat down with the prime minister of Bulgaria, Nikolai Denkov, during a crucial EU summit that approved the start of EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova – but failed to find an agreement on budget support for Ukraine. We take the political temperature in the summit room…

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Bulgaria dismantles a Soviet army monument that has dominated the Sofia skyline since 1954

Following years of heated debates, authorities in Bulgaria began to dismantle a monument of the Soviet army that has dominated the skyline of the capital city of Sofia, and has been considered widely a symbol of Russia’s lasting influence in the Balkan country

The Independent UK

Bulgaria Dismantles Soviet Army Monument

Regional authorities in Sofia on Tuesday began dismantling a towering Soviet-era monument prominently featuring a soldier following years of controversy between Bulgaria's opposing camps of pro-Europeans and Russophiles.

International Business Times

7 of the best Interrail routes for an unforgettable European train holiday

Enchanting cities, captivating coastline and beautiful countryside – see it all on one trip with Europe’s most convenient travel ticket

The Independent UK

Violence breaks out as Bulgaria fans protest ahead of Euro 2024 qualifier

Fans took to the streets of Sofia expressing their frustration with the Bulgarian Football Union

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Violent protests break out ahead of Bulgaria-Hungary soccer qualifier

Thousands of Bulgarian football supporters have taken to the streets of the capital, Sofia, in protest over the management of the national football union, a demonstration that eventually turned violent

The Independent UK

Jack Draper has grand ambitions for 2024 after falling short in Sofia Open final

The 21-year-old was beaten in three sets by veteran Frenchman Adrian Mannarino.

The Independent UK

Jack Draper falls short in bid for first ATP Tour title after losing Sofia final

Jack Draper missed out on a first ATP Tour title as he was edged out by Adrian Mannarino in the final of the Sofia Open.

The National (Scotland)

Purcell and O'Connell suffer defeats in Bulgaria

Australian singles interest in the Sofia Open is over after Max Purcell and Chris O'Connell were both beaten, but one doubles duo remains.

AAP

‘I took my Brompton on the train to Armenia’: readers’ favourite European rail journeys

Whether you’re after mountainous scenery, coastal views or historic gems, our tipsters will set you on the right track

The Guardian - UK

Peter Skipp obituary

Other lives: Translator who interpreted for the EU, Nato and several Bulgarian presidents

The Guardian - UK

Bulgaria's parliament elects new government led by PM Denkov

Bulgaria's parliament on Tuesday voted in a government led by Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov, which is set to implement reforms that would lead the Balkan country into the euro zone and Schengen groupings of European nations.

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Birmingham Post

RWE opens Grimsby recruitment drive with 20+ offshore wind turbine technicians sought

Team will be readied to take on Sofia when first generation begins in 2025

Glasgow Live

Glasgow Jet2 flight diverted to Bulgaria as 'drunk and aggressive passenger carried off flight'

A passenger travelling on a flight from Glasgow to Dalaman said cabin crew were 'visibly shaken' after a drunken man caused chaos thousands of feet up in the air and had to be removed.

Reuters

Bulgarian extreme athlete shuts himself in glass box to help young addicts

(Corrects spelling in dateline and in first para to Sofia from Sophia)

Birmingham Post

Two new state-of-the-art offshore wind vessels are heading to Grimsby

Acta Marine will start the build imminently to serve Triton Knoll and Sofia offshore wind farms from Royal Dock

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The Independent UK

Best budget European city break destinations: Value hot spots for your bucket list

Explore the wonders of the Continent in cost-effective style at one of these affordable locations

AFP

EU pledges more cash in Ukraine grain standoff, Bulgaria bans imports

Sofia (AFP) - Brussels on Wednesday offered an extra 100 million euros of support for EU farmers to ease a standoff over Ukrainian grain after Bulgaria became the latest country to approve a temporary ban on food products from the war-hit nation.

Reuters

Bulgaria set for tough coalition talks after fifth inconclusive election

Bulgaria looked set on Monday for lengthy and difficult coalition talks after a parliamentary election, the fifth in two years, again failed to produce a clear winner.

AFP

Bulgaria conservatives and liberals in a close race as votes counted

Sofia (AFP) - Conservatives and liberals were in a close race as votes were counted after Bulgaria's fifth election in two years on Sunday, while a pro-Russian party made gains with the country deeply divided over the war in Ukraine.

AFP

Bulgaria conservatives and Liberals in a close race as votes counted

AFP

Close race in Bulgaria's fifth election in two years

Sofia (AFP) - Bulgaria's conservatives and liberals were in a neck-and-neck race Sunday as the country, deeply divided over the war in Ukraine, held its fifth general election in two years.

Bangkok Post

Bulgaria votes for fifth time in 2 years under Ukraine shadow

SOFIA: Bulgarians were voting on Sunday in their fifth general election in two years, amid visible frustration and deep divisions over the war in Ukraine.

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