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Judges are deciding whether the suspect in the killing of businessman Iliyan Filipov stays behind bars. Prosecutors say a dispute over money led to the murder, while businessman Ivan Petleshkov has threatened to sue anyone linking his name to the case. The interim government under Galab Donev is currently attempting to gather the 'consequences' of recent price hikes and market speculation. While one in ten citizens can no longer afford a car, the treasury is finding more success than most; the country is now being noted as an unexpected outperformer in managing its national debt. The 2026 presidential race is already producing a list of lesser-known candidates characterized by their leanings toward Russia and their connection to pop-folk music. Early donor rankings show Gyuzev in the lead, as his supporters accuse Yotova of using state resources for her own ends.

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A court is deliberating on the continued detention of the suspect in the murder of businessman Iliyan Filipov. The prosecution has identified a financial dispute as the motive behind the killing. Separately, businessman Ivan Petleshkov is threatening legal action due to his name being implicated in the murder accusations.

Mediapool: Court to Decide if Murder Suspect Stays in Custody

A court is deciding whether the suspect detained for the murder of Iliyan Filipov will remain in custody.

Mediapool: Petleshkov Threatens Lawsuit Over Murder Accusations

Petleshkov is threatening legal action for the involvement of his name in the murder of Filipov.

Mediapool: Prosecution: Money Dispute Motive for Murder

The prosecution states that a dispute over money was the motive for the murder of Iliyan Filipov.

Sega: Court to Review Pre-trial Detention for Plovdiv Murder Suspect

The court will review the measure of the suspect in the Plovdiv murder case.

The 2026 presidential elections are drawing attention to lesser-known candidates, some with perceived leanings towards Russia. Andrey Gyurov has reportedly topped the presidential campaign donations ranking, and his supporters have accused President Iliana Iotova of misusing state resources.

Dnevnik: Presidential Election 2026: Lesser-known candidates with Russia in their…

An article explores the lesser-known candidates for the 2026 presidential elections in Bulgaria, noting their perceived leanings towards Russia and their connection to pop-folk music.

Sega: Gyuzev Tops Presidential Campaign Donations Ranking

Gyuzev has topped the ranking for presidential campaign donations.

Sega: Gyuzev Supporters Accuse Yotova of Misusing State Resources

Supporters of Gyuzev have accused Yotova of misusing state resources.

Prime Minister Galab Donev announced that the government is actively addressing the challenges posed by recent price increases and market speculation. This comes as a report highlights Bulgaria's unexpected success in managing its national debt compared to other countries. However, one in ten Bulgarians reportedly cannot afford a personal car.

OFFNews: Galab Donev: We are collecting the consequences of price increases and…

Prime Minister Galab Donev stated that the government is addressing the issues arising from price hikes and market speculation.

Capital: Bulgaria: The Surprising Debt Outperformer

This article highlights Bulgaria as an unexpected success story in managing its national debt compared to other countries.

Sega: One in 10 Bulgarians Cannot Afford a Personal Car

One in ten Bulgarians cannot afford a personal car.

Plans are underway to construct a center for energy development and new sciences in Vratsa, aiming to foster innovation. Additionally, 380 stone blocks on the Shipka monument are slated for replacement, and 90% of heat and water meters in the country now feature remote reading capabilities.

Capital: Vratsa to Build Center for Energy Development and New Sciences

Vratsa will construct a center for energy development and new sciences, aiming to foster innovation in these fields.

Sega: 380 Stone Blocks on Shipka Monument to be Replaced

380 stone blocks from the cladding of the Shipka monument will be replaced.

Sega: 90% of Heat and Water Meters Now Have Remote Readings

90% of heat meters and water meters now have remote readings.

The former Russian consulate in Varna has transitioned to operating in English. Bulgaria has also joined a coalition of 17 countries opposing proposed reductions to the EU budget. Additionally, the Burgas Neftochim refinery is reportedly part of discussions between the US and Russia regarding peace in Ukraine.

Sega: Former Russian Consulate in Varna Now Speaks English

There is no turning back as the former Russian consulate in Varna is now operating in English.

Sega: Bulgaria Joins 17-Country Coalition Against EU Budget Cuts

Bulgaria has joined a coalition of 17 countries against the reduction of the EU budget.

OFFNews: Burgas Neftochim in US-Russia talks for peace in Ukraine

The Burgas Neftochim refinery is reportedly part of the discussions between the US and Russia concerning peace in Ukraine.

The Ministry of Education is implementing a new teacher registry, which will assign an electronic file to each educator.

Dnevnik: Ministry introduces teacher registry; everyone to have an electronic file

The Bulgarian Ministry of Education is implementing a new registry for teachers, assigning an electronic file to each educator.

Authorities have apprehended a man who allegedly fired an air rifle at a group of boys.

OFFNews: Man arrested for shooting at boys with an air rifle

Authorities apprehended a man who allegedly fired an air rifle at a group of boys.

Weekly energy news includes details on the devaluation of Kozloduy NPP properties, which decreased 23 times, and a tender for the 'Yadenitsa' dam worth 350 million euros.

Capital: Energy News: Kozloduy NPP Properties Decreased 23 Times; Tender for…

Weekly energy news including details on the devaluation of Kozloduy NPP properties and a tender for the 'Yadenitsa' dam worth 350 million euros.

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