Bulgaria braces for a diverse weather pattern on Friday, with sunshine taking center stage in most regions while scattered showers threaten to dampen the day in others. The mountains will face the brunt of the wind, with strong gusts and a possibility of rain, while temperatures across the country will range from a cool 8°C to a pleasant 27°C.
Citizens are organizing a fifth boycott against major retail chains and banking services to demand lower food prices. Despite initial reductions in turnover, recent boycotts have paradoxically resulted in increased earnings for these retail chains; meanwhile, a legislative proposal aims to shorten supply chains and reduce consumer prices.
Professor Biser Borisov, head of the Nephrology Clinic in Pleven, warns of the rising prevalence of kidney disease, affecting 10% of the global population. He emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and lifestyle changes, including increased water intake, exercise, and reduced salt consumption, to slow the progression of the disease.
A survey by the Parents Association reveals that 62% of parents oppose introducing mandatory "Religion and Orthodox Christianity" education, with the majority prioritizing other more pressing educational issues. Only 10% of respondents believe that lack of religious education is a significant issue for schools.
The UK's official company register contracted at the end of 2024, marking the first recorded decline since 2012. This decrease is attributed to stricter policing of the register, the ongoing economic squeeze, and rising tax and administrative burdens, leading some entrepreneurs to remain sole traders.