International Science in Sofia: The 22nd Solubility Phenomena Symposium (22ISSP) opened in Bulgaria’s capital, bringing researchers from 18 countries to discuss phase equilibria, solution thermodynamics and equilibrium data—plus a satellite workshop on ionic liquid electrolytes for sustainable energy storage. Space Research Boost: EXO-MPS in Sofia gathered 100+ exoplanet scientists and wrapped up the EXO-RESTART project, reporting dozens of papers and new work on multi-planet system stability. Drones for Security: Haskovo’s Interior Directorate received four unmanned aerial systems with thermal imaging, laser rangefinding and loudspeakers under an Interreg Bulgaria–Türkiye project to help monitor hard-to-reach areas for illegal migration. Circular Economy Skills: A Europe-wide Erasmus+ project called Become is training educators and companies on how to run a circular economy, aiming to close skills gaps as EU recycling and recycled-material targets rise. Climate Pressure on Food & Water: Wheat prices are climbing as Black Sea export disruptions and drought-hit harvests tighten supply, while Central and Eastern Europe’s parched rivers and dying fish farms show how heat and low water are compounding losses. Energy Storage Market Momentum: Battery and grid storage news continues to surge, with CATL announcing partnerships and showcasing utility-scale storage systems—while Europe’s data centers are also highlighted as major electricity and water consumers. Healthcare Reform Debate: Patient groups urged Bulgaria’s PM and Health Minister to address medicine shortages and protect the National Council on Prices and Reimbursement of Medicinal Products from changes without impact assessments.