Latest PISA results reveal a significant and concerning decline in the performance of Bulgarian 15-year-old students, with nearly 60% falling below basic proficiency levels in reading and mathematics.

Mediapool: New PISA Low: Nearly 60% of Bulgarian 15-Year-Olds Below Basic Reading and…

The latest PISA results show a concerning trend, with almost 60% of 15-year-old students in Bulgaria performing below the basic proficiency level in reading and mathematics.

Sega: PISA: Our 9th graders show record decline in reading and math

Bulgarian ninth-graders have experienced a record drop in their performance in reading and mathematics according to the PISA 2025 results.

Capital: Business Breakfast: Historic Low for Bulgarian Students in PISA; GERB to Skip…

This report highlights a significant decline in Bulgarian students' performance on the PISA tests and notes the political development of GERB party not participating in upcoming elections.

The upcoming presidential elections are marked by a significant shift as GERB has announced it will not nominate its own candidate, while some GERB members are backing President Iliana Yotova. Her initiative committee faces controversy, including a denial of involvement from journalist Georgi Toshev, the inclusion of singer Lili Ivanova and a GERB MEP, and reports of at least 14 State Security agents on the list. President Iliana Yotova is also criticized for her 'counter-coalition for peace'…

OFFNews: Pervan Simeonov: GERB's refusal of a presidential candidate is an attempt to…

Political analyst Pervan Simeonov suggests that GERB's decision not to nominate a presidential candidate is a strategic move to mitigate potential losses in the upcoming elections.

Mediapool: Presidential Election Scandal: Georgi Toshev Denies Role in Yotova's Committee

A scandal has emerged regarding the initiative committee for a presidential candidate, with Georgi Toshev denying his involvement.

Mediapool: Yotova's Initiative Committee: Lili Ivanova, GERB MEP, BSP Leader Listed

The full list of members for Yotova's presidential initiative committee has been revealed, including prominent figures like singer Lili Ivanova, a GERB MEP, and the BSP leader.

Mediapool: Presidential Elections 2026: For the First Time, GERB Will Not Nominate a…

In a significant shift, the GERB party has announced it will not put forward its own candidate for the upcoming 2026 presidential elections.

Sega: At least four from GERB nominate Iliana Yotova for president

A political development suggesting that a significant faction within the GERB party is backing Iliana Yotova as a presidential candidate.

OFFNews: At least 14 State Security agents in Iotova's initiative committee

A report indicates that at least 14 individuals with past ties to the State Security service are part of the initiative committee supporting Iotova's presidential bid.

OFFNews: Iotova wants Bulgaria to become a laughing stock with a 'counter-coalition for…

The article criticizes Iotova's stance, suggesting her proposal for a 'counter-coalition for peace' in Ukraine would make Bulgaria appear foolish.

The United States has formally accused Bulgaria of actively concealing Russian hybrid warfare and disinformation campaigns, raising concerns about the country's stance on international security matters.

Sega: US accuses Bulgaria of covering up Russian hybrid attacks

The United States has formally accused Bulgaria of actively concealing Russian hybrid warfare and disinformation campaigns.

A new legislative initiative has been introduced, allowing every Bulgarian citizen to propose draft laws, which aims to significantly increase public participation in the country's legislative process.

Sega: Every citizen can now propose draft laws

A new legislative initiative allows every Bulgarian citizen to propose draft laws, increasing public participation in the legislative process.

In a move to enhance national road safety, the cabinet is establishing a single, unified body tasked with overseeing and improving road safety across the country.

Sega: Cabinet creates unified road safety body

The Bulgarian cabinet is establishing a single, unified body to oversee and improve road safety across the country.

The Supreme Judicial Council has suffered a substantial legal defeat, incurring a financial penalty exceeding 1 million BGN related to waste fees and property taxes.

Sega: Supreme Judicial Council loses case for over 1 million BGN

The Supreme Judicial Council (VSS) has lost a significant legal battle, resulting in a financial penalty exceeding 1 million BGN related to waste fees and property taxes.

A tragic car accident near Smolyan resulted in the deaths of two brothers, aged 17 and 18, during the night, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety.

OFFNews: Brothers aged 17 and 18 died on the road last night

Two brothers, aged 17 and 18, lost their lives in a traffic accident during the night.

Mediapool: Two Brothers, 17 and 18, Die in Crash Near Smolyan

A tragic car accident near Smolyan resulted in the deaths of two brothers, aged 17 and 18.

The political party DSB (Democrats for Strong Bulgaria) has issued a statement asserting that September 9th signifies the commencement of a "darkest period" for the Bulgarian state.

OFFNews: DSB: September 9th marks the beginning of the darkest period for Bulgarian…

The political party DSB (Democrats for Strong Bulgaria) states that September 9th signifies the start of a highly negative period for the Bulgarian state.