The majority of Bulgarians (83%) consider reading books to be important. However, according to a survey conducted by the sociological agency Trend on behalf of 24 Hours between 12 and 18 May 2025, four out of ten people (43%) admit that they have not read a single book in the last year.
The main reason given by those who have not read any books in the last year is lack of interest (43%), followed by lack of time (34%). Lack of interest is particularly prevalent among the youngest respondents, those under 30.
Reading paper books remains the most popular format among Bulgarians (61%). Just over a fifth (21%) prefer e-books. Paper editions remain popular among the older population. Only 4% of Bulgarian citizens listen to audiobooks.
From September 19 to 21, the Central Park in Pernik will host the first edition of Rakla Fest – a festival that will bring together young and old in the name of laughter, art and music. This festival of theatrical, circus, musical and street art..
On Friday, the minimum temperatures in Bulgaria will be from 6 to 14°C, in Sofia - 7°C. During the day it will be sunny. A light to moderate wind will blow from the north-northwest. Daytime highs will be from 23 to 28°C, in the capital Sofia -..
The government of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov survived a fifth vote of no confidence, this time on the topic of "Internal Security and Justice." 133 MPs from GERB-SDS, DPS–New Beginning, BSP and There is Such a People (ITN) voted against. 101 Mps..
Regarding a video published on YouTube, the management of VMZ-Sopot - the largest state-owned military enterprise in Bulgaria, say that..
The vote on the fifth motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's government will take place on Thursday, September 18, at 4:45..
On Thursday, the lowest temperatures will be between 8 and 13°C; in Sofia – about 8°C. During the day, there will be variable..
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