Bulgarian Sailors Sweep Balkan Sailing Championship in Nessebar

Bulgarian sailors won the most awards at the 53rd Balkan Sailing Championship, held from October 16–19 off the Black Sea coast at Nessebar, the Bulgarian Sailing Federaion said Monday. The competition brought together 125 sailors from six Balkan...

A convoy like no other: Dubai unites by road, sea, and heart for Breast Cancer Awareness

The iconic Jeepers Pink Drive returns, but this time it’s hitting the road and the sea On October 25, the streets of Dubai will once again turn pink as the iconic Jeepers Pink Drive returns for its 7th edition – a powerful symbol of solidarity,...

Hungary Supports Bulgaria's Bid for OECD Membership, President Sulyok Says

Hungary supports Bulgaria in becoming a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) as quickly as possible, said Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok after his meeting with Bulgarian President Rumen Radev on Monday....

New EU members could join without full voting rights

The EU has made enlargement a strategic priority amid Russian President Vladimir Putin’s expansionist agenda, although the push to increase the number of members from the current 27 to as many as 30 over the next decade is exposing the bloc’s...

President Sulyok: Bulgaria is an important ally for Hungary

During his statement to the press, the Hungarian head of state emphasized that over time it has been proven that “Hungarians can count on Bulgaria, and Bulgaria can count on Hungarians” — whether in economic, political, or defense matters, or even...

Securing Our Critical Infrastructure

When the lights go out, it is rarely just an inconvenience. For a country, it can mean hospitals paralyzed, water systems disabled and entire communities left in the dark. Around the world, energy systems have become the frontline of cyber...

Lviv reaches the final of the European Capital of Culture 2030 competition

On 20 October, the final of the European Capital of Culture 2030 competition, in which Lviv is participating, will take place in Brussels at the headquarters of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture....

Hungary offers Putin safe passage for Budapest summit despite ICC arrest warrant

Preparations for organising the planned summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are progressing at full speed, Prime Minister Viktor Orban told state media on October 17, state news agency MTI writes. Despite...

I want to join showdown talks with Putin & Trump in Hungary, Zelensky says after Don raged ‘give up land or be crushed’

VOLODYMYR Zelensky said he would join Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin for crunch talks in Hungary if he was invited. It comes after the US president warned the wartime leader that Putin would “destroy” Ukraine if he didn’t agree to the Russian...

GERB MEP Urges Bulgaria to Deny Airspace to Russian President Putin

Alexander Yordanov, former Speaker of the National Assembly and MEP from GERB, expressed skepticism about Bulgaria’s ability to intercept a flight carrying Russian President Vladimir Putin. Writing on Facebook, Yordanov said he does not believe...

Dozens Arrested for Animal Cruelty in Major Crackdown on Illegal Dog Fighting Rings

Police officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska (RS) arrested 14 people two days ago in the area of Derventa in the operation “Sambo,” which is aimed at preventing animal abuse and organizing dog fights. Two days ago,...

Who are the Pink Panther gang, and are they behind the Louvre robbery?

The museum is on high alert after the heist (Picture: Reuters) Eight priceless treasures from the Apollo Gallery in the world-famous Louvre have been stolen by chainsaw-wielding robbers. Authorities are scrambling to find the gang behind the heist...

EU considering rule change to speed up entry of new members – Politico

The European Union is considering changes to its membership rules that would allow new countries to join the bloc without full voting rights. That is according to Politico, as cited by Ukrinform. According to three European diplomats, the proposal...

Mirkovic's dynamic skill set on full display in exhibition win

CHAMPAIGN — Ryan Pedon didn’t know what to expect from David Mirkovic heading into Sunday afternoon’s exhibition game at State Farm Center. The only film the Illinois State men’s basketball coach had seen on Mirkovic came from his time playing for...

Notes: Bosmans-Verdonk takes in new-look Illini

CHAMPAIGN — Benjamin Bosmans-Verdonk has only been back to Champaign a few times since he graduated following the 2021-22 season and spent his final three years of eligibility at South Carolina. Bosmans-Verdonk got in a workout with fellow former...

China is soaking up oil imports, and the US and Russia are reasons why

There is a mystery at the heart of the global oil market. China has soaked up a torrent of oil imports this year, filling tanks and underground caverns. Without this, prices would be much lower. But why is Beijing snapping up oil it doesn’t...

The joy of qualifying belongs to the few, not the powerful

The announcement will come as a bit of a shock in Torshavn. These have been a heady few days in the Faroe Islands. On Thursday, the archipelago’s national team thrashed Montenegro in World Cup qualifying. On Sunday, a late goal from Martin...

Kerzner International’s first SIRO Hotel in U.S. to be built in Brickell

This is an aerial view of the property that is the future home of SIRO Brickell, Miami. (Photo credit: 13th Floor Investments) Kerzner International Holdings Limited (Kerzner) has announced the signing of SIRO Brickell, Miami, the first SIRO hotel...

Business InsightsChina is soaking up oil imports, and the US and Russia are reasons why

There is a mystery at the heart of the global oil market. China has soaked up a torrent of oil imports this year, filling tanks and underground caverns. Without this, prices would be much lower. But why is Beijing snapping up oil it doesn’t...

European Social Democrats Back Students and Citizens Fighting for Democracy in Serbia

Source: Beta News / Politics | 20.10.25 | access_time 06:39 Serbian students in Strasbourg, April 16 2025 (BETAPHOTO/European Council/Candice Imbert) The European Social Democrats adopted a resolution on Oct. 17 at a Party of European Socialists...