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Ruse will host a public lecture featuring Chinese medical specialists, focusing on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the importance of disease prevention for maintaining good health. The event will take place on Thursday, November 5, at 2:30 PM, in Hall 2.101 (Building 2) at the "Angel Kanchev" University of Ruse.

Titled "Health Culture Through the Lens of Millennia-Old Chinese Tradition," the lecture is part of the national campaign "Health Culture – A Foundation for Better Health," organized by the Bulgarian Hospital Association. The initiative is carried out in partnership with the "Angel Kanchev" University of Ruse and with the support of the Municipality of Ruse.

During the session, the visiting specialists will present the philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, its core principles, and the concept of harmony between the body and health. Emphasis will be placed on various approaches to prevention and ways to maintain good health.

The program includes practical demonstrations of acupuncture, traditional *Tuina* massage techniques, and other methods used in Chinese medical practice. Attendees will also have the opportunity to sample traditional Chinese herbal teas.

Attendance is free of charge; however, due to limited seating, advance registration is required here.

Young authors and journalists who participated in the 19th "Stoyan Mihaylovski" National Literature and Journalism Competition – Ruse 2026 were honored today during a festive concert and formal ceremony held in the "Slavi Shkarov" Hall of the Revenue Building (Dohodno Zdanie).

The event, dedicated to the Day of the National Enlighteners (November 1st), was organized by the Municipality of Ruse and the Municipal Children’s Center for Culture and Art. The ceremony was opened by the Deputy Mayor of Ruse, Nikola Lazarov, who extended his greetings to the participants, their mentors, and the guests. In his address, Lazarov emphasized the importance of initiatives that foster the creative expression of young people and encourage their interest in literature and journalism.

The celebration began with a recitation of the poem "Enlighteners" (*Buditeli*) by children from the "Sladurite" (The Sweethearts) Theater Workshop, led by Yolanda Dimova. This was followed by a performance of the "Hymn of the National Enlighteners" by the "Slantse" (Sun) quintet, under the direction of Nataliya Konstantinova. The event was hosted by Yolanda Dimova and Rostislav Pankov from the "Sava Ognyanov" Drama Theater. In their remarks, they highlighted the significance of the work of the National Enlighteners, as well as the vital role of the written word, literature, and spirituality in preserving national identity.

This year’s edition of the competition featured two journalism teams and 73 young authors from across the country, who submitted a total of 95 entries. The entries were evaluated by a jury chaired by Neli Piguleva—a journalist, poet, and translator—with members Plamen Abadzhiev (publisher, writer, and manager of the Parnas Publishing House in Ruse) and Krasimir Manev (poet and public figure).

During the ceremony, the awards for the competition’s two main categories—"Literary Creation" and "Journalism"—were announced.

Krasimir Manev presented the awards in the "Literary Creation" category, while Neli Piguleva honored the individual participants in the "Journalism" category.

Samuil Marinov from Sandanski received the Jury’s Special Award for both the "Literary Creation" and "Journalism" categories. The Jury’s Special Award in the "Literary Creation" category was presented to Svetlozara Pencheva from the Gianni Rodari Creative Writing School in Ruse. Simona Kotomanova from Varna won the Stoyan Mihaylovski Grand Prize for "Literary Creation," which includes a cash prize provided by the Ruse – City of the Free Spirit Foundation. No Grand Prize was awarded in the "Journalism" category.

The program also featured performances by talented children from various vocal groups and the Ruschukliiche Folklore Ensemble, under the artistic direction of Neli Garvalova-Hristova, with assistant choreographers Angel Ivanov and Lachezara Garvancheva.

You can view the full list of winners here.

The third edition of the International Festival "Autumn Theatre Meetings in Ruse" has concluded. Over the course of seven days, from October 19 to 25, the audience had the opportunity to meet some of the most popular Bulgarian actors and watch performances by leading theatre troupes.

The festival opened with an exhibition by artist Daniel Dyankov and a production of "Bullets over Broadway" by the Sava Ognyanov Drama Theatre. In the days that followed, the stage hosted performances such as "Switzerland" (Theatre 199), "Art," and "A Ticket to America"—featuring Ivan Barnev and Bashar Rahal—as well as the one-man show "I, Who Love You," performed by Darin Angelov and based on texts by Yana Borisova.

The program also included literary meetings with Dimana Yordanova and Yana Borisova, a conversation with actress Vidina Popova, a creative writing session, and a special concert by musician Milen Kukosharov.

A highlight of the event was the celebration of Krastyu Lafazanov’s 65th birthday. The actor received an honorary badge from the Ministry of Culture, presented by Deputy Minister Marina Vasileva, as well as an honorary plaque from the Municipality of Ruse, presented by Deputy Mayor Dimitar Nedev.

The festival culminated on the final evening, October 25, with a performance by Samuel Finzi in the production "Regarding Omar." On the occasion of his 60th birthday, the actor was honored by the Ministry of Culture for his contribution to the art of theater. The Municipality of Ruse also presented him with a commemorative plaque, handed over by Deputy Mayor Dimitar Nedev. The ceremony was hosted by Nasko from BG Radio.

Katya Kostova is the creator and driving force behind the festival. The event was made possible through financial support from the Ministry of Culture and the "Culture" Program of the Municipality of Ruse, in partnership with Art Theater Berlin, BG Radio, and the Ruse Art Gallery.

The Sava Ognyanov Drama Theater served as the host and partner of the festival; its team handled the organization and technical requirements for the stage performances.

"Autumn Theater Meetings" will return in 2027, featuring new productions, well-known artists, and another seven-day theater marathon in Ruse.

Photos: Ivo Botev

The "Extreme" majorette squad from the International Youth Center in Ruse returned from the Majorette Sport World Cup with four top-tier placements and international recognition. The competition took place on October 24 at the "Mladost" Hall in Burgas.

This marked the first time Bulgaria hosted this prestigious event, which brought together nearly 500 competitors from 28 teams representing nine countries: Bulgaria, Poland, Hungary, Ukraine, Romania, Slovakia, Serbia, Croatia, and Switzerland. The event was organized by the Bulgarian Majorette Sport Federation—led by President Yulia Mumdzhieva and Vice President Reneta Kamberova—in collaboration with the Majorette-Sport World Federation (MWF), headed by Željka Banović, and with the support of the Municipality of Burgas. The competition was judged by an international panel, and the official guests included representatives and leaders from the national federations of the participating countries.

The squad from Ruse competed with two group routines, as well as four individual and duet performances. Plamena Koleva and Nelin Nadzhieva secured first place in the "Senior Duet Baton" category. Viktoriya Raneva also distinguished herself with a strong individual performance, clinching third place in the "Junior Solo Baton" category amidst extremely stiff competition. Team captain Sofia Pulin also demonstrated a high level of preparation and artistry, earning a well-deserved fourth-place finish in the "Seniors, Solo Baton" category. Sofia Pulin and Viktoriya Raneva took fourth place in the "Seniors, Pom-pom Duet" category.

In the group disciplines, the team from Ruse secured second place in the "Seniors, Classic Baton" category and third place in the "Seniors, Pom-pom" category.

Behind this excellent performance lie the girls' talent, ambition, and perseverance, as well as the dedicated work of their coaches, Veronika Milanova and Petya Boneva.

The girls are already preparing for their next major challenges. In 2027, Bulgaria will once again host a prestigious international event—this time, the European Majorette Sport Championship. Additionally, a World Championship is set to take place in Croatia, for which the team from Ruse has already received an invitation to participate.

Representatives from 14 countries discuss prospects for Danube communities in Ruse

Connectivity, economic development, cross-border cooperation, and the reduction of regional disparities are among the key issues shaping the future of Danube cities. This was stated today by Pencho Milkov, Mayor of Ruse Municipality, who is participating in a working meeting of national coordinators and priority area coordinators for the EU Strategy for the Danube Region.

The event is taking place today and tomorrow at the Riga Hotel and is organized by the Bulgarian Presidency of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region, coordinated by the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works. The event is moderated by Vyara Mincheva, the National Coordinator for the EU Strategy for the Danube Region for Bulgaria.

Welcoming remarks were delivered by Desislava Georgieva, Deputy Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, who is participating in the meeting online. Official guests include representatives from the European Commission, the Interreg Danube Region Programme, and other organizations from 14 countries.

The mayor emphasized that Ruse and Giurgiu most clearly demonstrate the significance of the Danube River as a link between people, economies, and institutions. In his view, major European strategies are meaningful only when they lead to tangible results—such as better infrastructure, faster transport connections, increased investment and job creation, and greater opportunities for young people. "Connectivity means interconnected economies, institutions, universities, and businesses. It means cities working together and people able to freely communicate, study, work, and develop their ideas on both sides of the river," stated Milkov.

He highlighted the importance of the link between local authorities, universities, and the business sector for fostering innovation and regional competitiveness, emphasizing that Ruse has the potential to serve as an active hub for scientific and educational cooperation along the Danube.

The discussions will address key issues regarding the future of the Danube region, including the role of universities and research networks, youth participation in regional cooperation, the development of cross-border partnerships, and access to European funding for the 2028–2034 programming period. The forum is particularly significant as it focuses on translating strategic priorities into concrete projects and investments. The Municipality of Ruse supports the initiative by organizing walking tours of the city for the meeting's participants.