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| updated on 11/12/18 3:26 PM

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British Ambassador to Bulgaria H.E. Emma Hopkins took part in the commemorative ceremony at the British Cemetery in Plovdiv. The event is occasioned by the annual tribute in honor of British military and civilians who lost their lives in Bulgaria, and the marking of 100 years since the end of World War One. Photo: BTA

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Within the frame of the traditional action “Winter” of Bulgarian Road Police, car owners prepare their vehicles for the coming winter season. By November 15 drivers should put winter tires on their cars with a trad depth of at least 4 millimeters. Photo: BTA

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At a ceremony at the Aula of Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, Professor William Cornish (right) from Cambridge University was given the title Doctor Honoris Causa. The distinction was given by the Rector of the University, Professor Anastas Gerdzhikov.  Photo: BTA

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The waters of the Bay of Burgas are to host the joint Bulgarian-Romanian anti-mine drill “Poseidon 2018”, hosted by the Bulgarian Naval Forces. The military exercise is planned and will be put through according to NATO standards. Taking part in the drill are ships from Bulgaria, Germany, Greece, Romania and Turkey. Photo: BTA

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The traditional vegetable market ion the town of Haskovo, southern Bulgaria, is full to the brim with cabbage, provided by Bulgarian producers mainly. Many people are buying large quantities, because Bulgarian tradition has it that cabbage for sauerkraut should be arranged in the large casks with salt and water in the week following Archangel’s Day (November 8).  Photo: BTA


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