After negotiations to form a new government failed, President Radev called early elections for 2 April, 5th in less than two years; inability to resolve the political crisis could jeopardise the country's entry into the eurozone, scheduled for 2024

The Bulgarian Pharmaceutical Union elected Dimitar Marinov as its new President during its 7th Ordinary Congress

A draft EU regulation on essential oils has revived fears of yet another 'European conspiracy' against a sensitive Bulgarian product: rose oil, with the country believing that 'the Commission wants to ban the Bulgarian rose'

Having given up on its initial goal of joining the eurozone on 1 January 2024 because parliament failed to pass the necessary laws before being dissolved, Bulgaria is hoping for a maximum delay of six months

The Sofia Dessert Fest comes to a close today at the Sofia Mega Mall, where sweet lovers enjoyed cakes, pastries, cupcakes as well as handmade themed products for the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday