In 2019, 18.4% of the population of the EU aged 15 and over stated they smoke cigarettes daily, indicate latest data released by the EU’s statistics agency Eurostat. 12.6% of the European population state they smoke less than 20 cigarettes a day, and 5.9% - more.
Out of all member countries, Bulgaria has the biggest share of smokers – 28.7%, followed by Greece -23.6%, Latvia – 22.1%, Germany – 21.9% and Croatia – 21.8%. The share of smokers is smallest in Sweden – 6.4% and in Finland – 9.9%. The share of people who smoke 20 or more cigarettes a day varies from 1% in Sweden to 12.9% in Bulgaria.
The interest of young Bulgarians in studying abroad has risen sharply , with a 30% increase compared to last year. In addition, the number of students leaving for the academic year 2024-2025 has increased by about 11%. This is what Kristina Bozhilova,..
Our most important task at the moment is to ensure the safe return of all Bulgarian citizens who wish to be evacuated from Lebanon, President Rumen Radev told journalists in Burgas. Noting that the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East had..
Half of young people in Bulgaria with a monthly income of more than EUR 1 000 are afraid of financial problems , according to a representative survey by Trend. The "Young People in Bulgaria - Mental Risks, Challenges and Perspectives" survey was..
''The second evacuation flight from Lebanon will be carried out today around noon, provided the circumstances are favorable'', caretaker Premier Dimitar..
The Kalotina border checkpoint on the border with Serbia has already been renovated and has a nearly 30% increased capacity for passenger cars. It has..
At present, there is no information indicating a threat to the security of Bulgarian citizens. However, enhanced security measures have been taken in..
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