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Tuesday 31 December 2013

Amazing footage of Huge Wave 1OOFT HIGH Smashing into (Aberystwyth Prom)

Welsh village ditches plan to change name to Y Farteg | UK news | theguardian.com

Welsh village ditches plan to change name to Y Farteg | UK news | theguardian.com:

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Here they come......

Keith Vaz and some other idiot MP will be at Luton airport tomorrow to see the 'hordes' of Romanians arrive..Perhaps someone should tell them that a flight arriving at 7.40am on a Wednesday with a capacity of 200 odd is not really an accurate or empirical assessment.Then again dear old Keith cannot add up his expenses anyway

2013: a Review of our year on Uncle Bulgaria Blog

It has been an interesting year on this blog.Yours truly has been interviewed by BBC radio, and the hits just keep on coming.The loyalty and interest of the readership is greatly appreciated.As mentioned, in earlier posts, we are  interested in regional contributions (that are topical) from all parts of Bulgaria.

However, for now, here is a review of what proved popular on the blog this year:

Dobrich's new ,and I think temporary, skating rink proved a great seasonal hit, but throughout the year a documentary about organised crime in Bulgaria was a major hit, as was the usual stuff on the weather.

Easyjet's ticketing malfunctions featured prominently, and the fans of random and gratuitous violence liked the report that Sylvester Stallone was buying a 'pied a terre' in Bulgaria( following his last visit).

My various property offers seemed to go down well.

All in all it has been an interesting year, but Bulgaria needs to get back on the radar, and for the right reasons.


GoBG Real Estate and Building website

www.gobg.co.uk

Please visit our illustrious website in your spare time.There are a lot of great offers and information there and, from January lots of new offers.

Happy New Year to you all.

Uncle Bulgaria

Monday 30 December 2013

130-ft-deep sink-hole in Derbyshire caused by Christmas storms - Home News - UK - The Independent

130-ft-deep sink-hole in Derbyshire caused by Christmas storms - Home News - UK - The Independent:

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Isis opened ice rink in Dobrich Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

Isis opened ice rink in Dobrich Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies:

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IOC Confident of Safe, Secure Games in Sochi despite Terror Spree - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

IOC Confident of Safe, Secure Games in Sochi despite Terror Spree - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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ANCIENT 150TH YEARS CATHOLICOS ECLLECIA REOPENED AT VARNA-CITY, BULGARIA - CNN iReport

ANCIENT 150TH YEARS CATHOLICOS ECLLECIA REOPENED AT VARNA-CITY, BULGARIA - CNN iReport:

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i.e. consecration of new Catholic Church in Varna.Hopefully Anglican one soon.

Bulgarian Tourism Marks Record Year - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Tourism Marks Record Year - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Britons to Welcome Hard Working Bulgarian, Romanian Migrants - Poll - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Britons to Welcome Hard Working Bulgarian, Romanian Migrants - Poll - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Sunday 29 December 2013

Extreme biking trails Bulgaria (12 photos)

Extreme biking trails Bulgaria (12 photos):

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Russians like taking the piss out of Bulgaria.

John Bishop: Schools should be secular but not unspiritually Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

Volgograd Terror Attack Death Toll Down to 14 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Volgograd Terror Attack Death Toll Down to 14 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Looks like the Winter Olympics might go with a bang.

Fiona Bruce's Antiques Roadshow ‘hunch’ leads to discovery of lost £400,000 Van Dyck masterpiece - Home News - UK - The Independent

Fiona Bruce's Antiques Roadshow ‘hunch’ leads to discovery of lost £400,000 Van Dyck masterpiece - Home News - UK - The Independent:

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Man Shoots Himself In The Butt At Home Depot -

Man Shoots Himself In The Butt At Home Depot -:

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Only in America !.

Tuesday 24 December 2013

Father Christmas 'would vote Labour or Green'

Father Christmas 'would vote Labour or Green':

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Tens of Bulgarian Villages Remain Without Electricity - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Tens of Bulgarian Villages Remain Without Electricity - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Fire Damages Opera House in Bulgaria's Ruse - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Fire Damages Opera House in Bulgaria's Ruse - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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This is sad they do not have much at this Opera House.

January Sales at GoBG.

From the start of January we will be offering a wide range of cheap Bulgarian properties.
In advance if you tell us what you are looking for you can have a pre-sale bargain.

E mail us on: info@gobg.co.uk


There Is Something Rotten in Bulgaria's Constitutional Court - Judge - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

There Is Something Rotten in Bulgaria's Constitutional Court - Judge - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Monday 23 December 2013

Happy Christmas and New Year

To all our many readers, a wonderful Christmas and a great new year.

Uncle Bulgaria


Ramesh Patel: Finally! Exposed! The Deficit Myth! So, David Cameron When Are You Going to Apologise?

Ramesh Patel: Finally! Exposed! The Deficit Myth! So, David Cameron When Are You Going to Apologise?:

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Bulgarian chess champ banned for cheating

How do you cheat at chess? Young Borislav Ivanov seems to know - Europe - World - The Independent:

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Just in case Santa turns out to be Bulgarian !.

Martin Rowson on seasonal immigration – cartoon | Comment is free | The Guardian:

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Helmut Schmidt: 'Britain's empire has gone, though you think it still exists' | World news | The Guardian

Helmut Schmidt: 'Britain's empire has gone, though you think it still exists' | World news | The Guardian:

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Shopping Centers in Bulgaria Declared Unsafe by Building Inspectors - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Shopping Centers in Bulgaria Declared Unsafe by Building Inspectors - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Santa Claus Arrives at Sofia Airport - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Santa Claus Arrives at Sofia Airport - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Cameron Threatens to Block EU Newcomers over Migration Fears - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Cameron Threatens to Block EU Newcomers over Migration Fears - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Yoan Elected Varna Metropolitan - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Yoan Elected Varna Metropolitan - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Friday 20 December 2013

Bulgarians Rally in London against Anti-Immigrant Policies - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarians Rally in London against Anti-Immigrant Policies - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Official: Annie Salich joins Nova TV

Official: Annie Salich joins Nova TV:

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A monster off the British coast: Rusting hulk of World War One German U-boat that has been marooned by Kent island for almost a century | Mail Online

A monster off the British coast: Rusting hulk of World War One German U-boat that has been marooned by Kent island for almost a century | Mail Online:

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UK MPs to Count Romanian Arrivals at Airport on New Year's Day - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

UK MPs to Count Romanian Arrivals at Airport on New Year's Day - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Keith Vaz is totally preposterous.The idea that he can gauge the volume of migration from Romania by turning up at the first flight after midnight is total bullshit.Those who are coming from Bulgaria and Romania have been here for years.

Bulgarian Property Market Expected to Revive in 2014 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Property Market Expected to Revive in 2014 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Tory MPs attack ministers over fears of east European immigration | UK news | The Guardian

Tory MPs attack ministers over fears of east European immigration | UK news | The Guardian:

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Thursday 19 December 2013

You're Welcome - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

You're Welcome - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Giant rampaging pig smashes through fence and breaks a pensioner’s leg and wrist in Devon woodlands - Home News - UK - The Independent

Giant rampaging pig smashes through fence and breaks a pensioner’s leg and wrist in Devon woodlands - Home News - UK - The Independent:

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Well we have had drunk Australian pigs this year so why not more.

Wizz Air Launches Sofia-Tel Aviv Route - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Wizz Air Launches Sofia-Tel Aviv Route - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Israeli tourism is quite big in Bulgaria, if only for the simple reason that this is the first place they can go to from Israel where nobody hates them.

Christmas in Balchik update


Right everyone Christmas and New Year News from Balchik.

Went shopping today, and Turkeys available in Pennymarket at 5.55lv a kilo.A nice bottle of Spanish table plonk 2.99lv.German so called 'Merry Christmas Ale'  just 0.85 lv a can.Nice range of desserts and veg, except   sprouts !.Balchik net now includes HBO in its menu.So all seems set.                                                         
For the New Year restaurant prices range from 70lv set meal with drinks in Veroni to 55lv in Morsko Oko.

Wednesday 18 December 2013

Bulgarian emigrants sent 687 million

Bulgarian emigrants sent 687 million:

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Uncle's Comment : so 687 million is remitted to Bulgaria, but Cameron wants to tell you they are all coming to claim benefits ??.Get real Flashman they are coming to work to send money home !.

EU Warns UK over Benefit Rules - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

EU Warns UK over Benefit Rules - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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No one really wants to be Belgian: Country doesn’t grant a single citizenship under new laws for 2013 - Europe - World - The Independent

No one really wants to be Belgian: Country doesn’t grant a single citizenship under new laws for 2013 - Europe - World - The Independent:

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Kim Jong-un's nephew 'under police protection' at his exclusive university in France - News - Student - The Independent

Kim Jong-un's nephew 'under police protection' at his exclusive university in France - News - Student - The Independent:

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Tourist walks off pier while browsing on Facebook | World news | theguardian.com

Tourist walks off pier while browsing on Facebook | World news | theguardian.com:

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Sunday 15 December 2013

Peter O'Toole: Cheerful rebel | Film | The Observer

Peter O'Toole: Cheerful rebel | Film | The Observer:

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Wonderfully written.

Bulgarian EconMin Blasts S&P over Downgrade - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian EconMin Blasts S&P over Downgrade - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Peter O'Toole, star of Lawrence of Arabia, dies aged 81 | Film | theguardian.com

Peter O'Toole, star of Lawrence of Arabia, dies aged 81 | Film | theguardian.com:

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What a great actor.Sorely missed.

Christmas weather looking good

My forecast up to Christmas Eve is looking good, a balmy 7 C during the day.Normally we get a bit of snow, so it will be a change.

Pope says he is not a Marxist, but defends criticism of capitalism | World news | theguardian.com

Pope says he is not a Marxist, but defends criticism of capitalism | World news | theguardian.com:

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Plovdiv, Sofia, Tarnovo, Varna Shortlisted for Europe Culture Capital - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Plovdiv, Sofia, Tarnovo, Varna Shortlisted for Europe Culture Capital - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Znepol, Melnik Bishops Voted Finalists in Varna Metropolitan Race - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Znepol, Melnik Bishops Voted Finalists in Varna Metropolitan Race - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Kiev Mayor Suspended over Violent Crackdown of pro-EU Rally - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Kiev Mayor Suspended over Violent Crackdown of pro-EU Rally - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Bulgaria's Security Agency Refutes Rumors of Terror Attack Threat - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria's Security Agency Refutes Rumors of Terror Attack Threat - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Thursday 12 December 2013

Bulgarian Parliament Rejects Easing Full Smoking Ban - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Parliament Rejects Easing Full Smoking Ban - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Absolute bullshit..against EU Law.

BBC News - Spain to block Catalonia referendum

BBC News - Spain to block Catalonia referendum:

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Brave Bulgarian Honoured by Elizabeth II

32 year old Plamen Petkov died off the south coast of England last year, whilst trying to save a young girl from drowning.Today the Queen awarded him the 'Order of Honour' for his valour.

When there is a lot of nonsense printed about Bulgaria, this is a story everyone can be proud of.

With charity auction celebrated St. Nicholas Day in Balchik Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

With charity auction celebrated St. Nicholas Day in Balchik Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies:

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Mandela memorial interpreter says he has schizophrenia | World news | theguardian.com

Mandela memorial interpreter says he has schizophrenia | World news | theguardian.com:

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For the second time this week caught stealing Dobrich Varna Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

For the second time this week caught stealing Dobrich Varna Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies:

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Possibly the worlds most unsuccessful Burglar.

Man dies in road Varna - Dobrich in a frontal collision with truck Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

Man dies in road Varna - Dobrich in a frontal collision with truck Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies:

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French café starts charging extra to rude customers - Europe - World - The Independent

French café starts charging extra to rude customers - Europe - World - The Independent:

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Bulgaria's Parliament Decides on Easing Smoking Ban - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria's Parliament Decides on Easing Smoking Ban - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Wednesday 11 December 2013

Benjamin Netanyahu’s refusal to attend Nelson Mandela’s memorial service speaks of Israel’s growing isolationism - Comment - Voices - The Independent

Benjamin Netanyahu’s refusal to attend Nelson Mandela’s memorial service speaks of Israel’s growing isolationism - Comment - Voices - The Independent:

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Bulgarian Economists Issue Grim Forecast - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Economists Issue Grim Forecast - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Absolutely damning assessment .

Turkish PM Speech Stirs Controversy on Balkans - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Turkish PM Speech Stirs Controversy on Balkans - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Bulgarian Nationalist Chief Stirs Fresh 'Lavish Life' Scandal - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Nationalist Chief Stirs Fresh 'Lavish Life' Scandal - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Nelson Mandela memorial sign language interpreter was a 'fake' - Africa - World - The Independent

Nelson Mandela memorial sign language interpreter was a 'fake' - Africa - World - The Independent:

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Guest Posts

First of all welcome to our two new members from this week.If you want to receive a daily update of my Bulgarian news and musings, then join the blog by clicking on the column on the right hand side.

Secondly we welcome guest postings on Bulgarian related matters.If you wish to post your own article just submit by commenting on this post.I will review it and then (should it be suitable in terms of legality etc) I will publish very shortly.

Uncle Bulgaria

Fish and chips by the Seine: French foodies embrace British cuisine | Life and style | theguardian.com

Fish and chips by the Seine: French foodies embrace British cuisine | Life and style | theguardian.com:

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Quelle surprise !

Tuesday 10 December 2013

Sentenced to life imprisonment in the 'Solo "Ilian Todorov published a video address

Sentenced to life imprisonment in the 'Solo "Ilian Todorov published a video address:

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"Bulgaria Air" looking stewards and stewardesses, see conditions

"Bulgaria Air" looking stewards and stewardesses, see conditions:

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Anybody want to be a 'trolley dolly ?', vacancies now.

Ukrainian Opposition MP Elected 'Revolutionary Commandant' of Kiev - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Ukrainian Opposition MP Elected 'Revolutionary Commandant' of Kiev - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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It seems as if a potentially revolutionary situation is developing there.But how can a pro-European West and a pro-Russian East ever be reconciled ?.

Bulgaria's GERB Suffers 2nd 'Renegade' Loss - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria's GERB Suffers 2nd 'Renegade' Loss - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Mandela Memorial Inspires Historic Castro-Obama Hanshake - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Mandela Memorial Inspires Historic Castro-Obama Hanshake - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Bulgaria on Alert for Strong Winds, Snow - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria on Alert for Strong Winds, Snow - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Sunday 8 December 2013

Bulgaria Mulls Setting Up Agency to Restrict Land Use by Foreigners - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria Mulls Setting Up Agency to Restrict Land Use by Foreigners - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Ski Resorts Most Popular New Year's Destination for Bulgarians - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Ski Resorts Most Popular New Year's Destination for Bulgarians - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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GoBG - your choice in the Bulgarian property market

GoBG - your choice in the Bulgarian property market:

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This is my website, there are lots of offers and lots of information.If you have any queries just e mail me on
info@gobg.co.uk

Beers.BG | Bulgaria's Online Premium Beer Store

Beers.BG | Bulgaria's Online Premium Beer Store:

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Check this out !

Protesters in Kiev Topple Lenin Monument - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Protesters in Kiev Topple Lenin Monument - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Bulgaria with New Right-Wing Coalition by 2014 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria with New Right-Wing Coalition by 2014 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Ex MP of Bulgaria's GERB Vows Independence, Not to Jon Socialists - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Ex MP of Bulgaria's GERB Vows Independence, Not to Jon Socialists - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Tuesday 3 December 2013

Ukrainian Govt Survives No-Confidence Vote - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Ukrainian Govt Survives No-Confidence Vote - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Polish Parliament Backs Pro-EU Protesters in Ukraine - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Polish Parliament Backs Pro-EU Protesters in Ukraine - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Dobrich protest against the terror against opponents of shale gas Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies

Dobrich protest against the terror against opponents of shale gas Dobrich - Dobrich News | Classifieds Dobrich | Dobrich Companies:

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Five years in prison for an American invented kidnapping in Burgas

Five years in prison for an American invented kidnapping in Burgas:

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Scary Japanese Tyre advert

David Cameron dismisses Chinese depiction of Britain as historical relic | Politics | theguardian.com

David Cameron dismisses Chinese depiction of Britain as historical relic | Politics | theguardian.com:

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Monday 2 December 2013

Bar Shishman, 24 Shishman St. Sofia

Whilst on recommendations, I would point you in the direction of this newest addition to Sofia nightlife.It is located off Graf Ignatief Street near Vitosha Blvd. The bar is on two levels, the upper level has a light and airy decor with nice sofa's by the side of the bar.There is a nice range of Czech beer at 3.90lv a pint and some nice coffees etc.Downstairs is a great cellar bar with lovely stone walls, it is dimly lit with a great atmosphere.The emphasis is on quality service.There is regular live music.

McCarthy's Irish Bar, Sofia

I had a wonderful couple of visits to this bar, which is just off Vitosha Blvd down Alabin St. and opposite a McDonalds.It is located upstairs through a doorway marked 'Sonata'.Once you have discovered it the bar is quite lovely.It is dark with lots of Irish stuff on the walls.There is regular live music and the landlord and staff are very friendly.Guinness at 6 leva a pint is very reasonable, and there is an extensive range of spirits (the landlord, out of the blue, bought me a Bushmills Black Bush).

I like places that are fairly genuine and this is certainly it in terms of hospitality.There is no food, it is a pub for lovers of booze, music and the craic !.

Toronto mayor Rob Ford plans online chatshow series | World news | theguardian.com

Sunday 1 December 2013

'Luxury' Tram Cars to Serve Bulgarian Capital in Jan - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

'Luxury' Tram Cars to Serve Bulgarian Capital in Jan - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Uncle's Comment: How second hand trams can be described as 'luxury' is beyond me, perhaps 'not as crap as the current ones' is more truthful.

Bulgaria's President: Democracy Served on Plate Is Unpalatable - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria's President: Democracy Served on Plate Is Unpalatable - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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The Presidents words are interesting.You cannot have a functioning democracy when the people are sidelined by oligarchs.Bulgaria desperately needs a new politics that addresses this issue plus that of low wages and chronic unemployment.

Cameron’s Measures Not Targeted at Bulgarians, Says British Envoy - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Cameron’s Measures Not Targeted at Bulgarians, Says British Envoy - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

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Uncle's comment:  Cameron's measures are targeted for domestic political consumption.The truth is that Bulgarians and Romanians have been in the UK in large numbers since 2007.

Pro-EU protesters chase police from central Kiev | World news | theguardian.com

Pro-EU protesters chase police from central Kiev | World news | theguardian.com:

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