Interior Ministry Overhaul: Bulgaria’s parliamentary Internal Security chair says a brand-new Interior Ministry act is being drafted, with integrity tests, polygraph checks, and fixed terms for senior posts aimed at cutting political influence. Strumyani Visit Fallout: The government says videos from Strumyani show PM Radev wasn’t isolated, after an activist (Gergana Petrova) was arrested during the flood-hit visit; authorities claim police acted to identify someone repeatedly breaching a security zone. Thracian Folklore Festival: President Iliana Iotova opened the 20th National Thracian Folklore Festival in Starozagorski Bani, praising Bulgarian folk songs, dances, and the “magic” of shared traditions. The Bacchae on Tour: Javor Gardev’s Euripides production was staged at the ancient theatre in Dion, with live music by The Tiger Lillies, and more performances lined up in Greece before Bulgarian premieres. Eurovision Travel Boost: Jet2 expands flights to Burgas for Eurovision 2027 from 11 UK airports, adding more Manchester departures timed to the contest week. Music & Culture: Apollonia Festival founder Dimo Dimov presented his memoir “My Path in Art” in Sozopol. Fashion Spotlight: Chopova Lowena opened its East London “Clubhouse” retail space, leaning into Bulgarian craft and folklore.