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Friday will see widespread cloud cover and rain, with thunderstorms in some areas, while Saturday will bring fog in the plains, rain and snow in the mountains, and cloudy skies with occasional breaks at the Black Sea coast. Temperatures will remain mild on Friday, with highs ranging from 13° to 18°C, and will be slightly cooler on Saturday, with highs reaching between 8° and 16°C depending on location.

The Bulgarian National Assembly has elected Simeon Dyankov, a former Finance Minister and economist, as the new Chairman of the Fiscal Council. This independent body is responsible for monitoring and analyzing the country's budget framework to ensure sustainable public finances and compliance with fiscal rules.

Bulgarian European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva has been temporarily suspended from office while the EPPO investigates allegations of illegal actions related to a public procurement contract for the Chiren gas storage facility. Georgieva claims that Delyan Peevski, leader of the DPS – New Beginning party, demanded 10 million euros from subcontractors on the project and exerted pressure on the companies involved.

British Steel's Scunthorpe steelworks faces closure with up to 2,700 jobs at risk due to mounting financial pressures, high environmental costs, and the ongoing impact of Trump-era tariffs. The company is seeking government support to transition to cleaner electric arc furnace technology, but negotiations have failed.

Next has become the fourth UK retailer to achieve annual pre-tax profits exceeding £1 billion, driven by strong full-price sales and successful acquisitions. However, the company remains cautious about the second half of the year due to upcoming tax increases and their potential impact on consumer confidence.