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The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that there are no reports of Bulgarian citizens injured in the recent earthquake in Myanmar. The ministry is monitoring the situation and has sent a message to all Bulgarian citizens registered in Thailand through the "I am traveling for..." section on the ministry's website.

The Sofia Municipality's #ForestInTheNeighborhood initiative is a significant undertaking to enhance the city's green spaces. With the goal of planting around 835 trees across 11 districts, the initiative provides an opportunity for volunteers and donors to actively participate in creating small green oases in their neighborhoods.

Bulgarian leaders, including President Radev and Prime Minister Zhelyazkov, extended Ramadan Bayram greetings to the Muslim community, emphasizing the importance of understanding and tolerance during these challenging times. Political and religious leaders also joined in wishing the community a joyous and blessed holiday.

UK retailers are brimming with optimism, with confidence surging to its highest level since 2015, fueled by strong sales, rising incomes, and a high savings ratio. Despite concerns over labor costs and tax hikes, businesses anticipate growth and price increases, positioning themselves for a potentially strong 2024.

Consumer spending in the United States rose in February, but fell short of expectations as households cut back on dining and travel amid rising costs and economic uncertainty. The data suggests American households remain cautious about non-essential purchases, with spending on restaurants, hotels, and motels dropping sharply.