Sofia Pride vs. Orthodox opposition: Two separate marches filled Sofia on Saturday—Sofia Pride pushed for equality and acceptance while the Bulgarian Orthodox Church publicly opposed Sofia Pride 2026, underscoring how culture wars keep shaping public life. Eurovision 2027 prep: Bulgarian National Television’s director general Milena Milotinova won unanimous approval from the Council for Electronic Media for a management programme that puts Eurovision 2027 hosting, digital modernization, and new audience formats at the center. Down Syndrome World Championships kickoff: Sofia residents are invited to the June 14 opening celebrations of BAUHAUS Down Syndrome World Championships Bulgaria 2026, with a parade and concert at NDK drawing teams from 27 countries. World Cup buzz with a local angle: Ukrainian rower Ihor Khmara won gold in Plovdiv’s World Rowing Cup stage, while the Golden Boot race and match-day previews keep football fans glued to the tournament. Energy debate in Bulgaria: Stara Zagora and local stakeholders backed preserving the Maritsa East complex, as unions and officials clash over restructuring plans for BEH. Fashion behind the scenes: A look at how couture logistics work—deadline-driven, bespoke, and tightly tied to show dates—adds a fresh, artsy angle to the week’s entertainment mix.