Today marks World Snow Day, a global event organized by the International Ski Federation since 2012, celebrated in 42 countries to promote winter sports. In Bulgaria, the renowned winter resort Bansko is actively participating in the festivities, offering various initiatives, competitions, and surprises for children at Banderishka Polyana. As part of the celebration, all children up to 12 years old can enjoy a one-day ski pass for just BGN 1....
Cryptocurrency-based financial services company Nexo has filed a case against Bulgaria in an international arbitration court in the USA, according to investigative website "Bird.bg" This move comes after the Bulgarian prosecutor's office dropped its investigation into Nexo, citing insufficient evidence of a crime. Details of the dispute, filed on January 18 with the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), are not fully clear from the announcement....
The Israeli military's ground offensive in the Gaza Strip has concentrated on Khan Younis, the second-largest city in the region. Israeli forces claim to have discovered a tunnel in Khan Younis where hostages are being held by the Islamist group Hamas. The tunnel, found in the home of a Hamas commander, contained explosive devices, living quarters, and cells, with the Israeli military estimating around 20 prisoners resided there at various times. ...
Bulgaria is grappling with the aftermath of heavy snowfall, mobilizing over 800 snowplows to clear roads across the country, according to the Road Agency. Highways, first-class and second-class roads, as well as mountain passes, are receiving priority attention in the ongoing snow removal efforts. The Road Agency urges drivers to travel only if necessary, exercise caution, and avoid overtaking snowplows....
