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Special: Breast Cancer Awareness Program At FirstMed
"Although this is overwhelmingly a female disease, about 1% of cases do occur in men. Anyone attendi... more »
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  • Xpat Interview: Adam LeBor

    Xpat Interview: Adam LeBor
    Adam LeBor is a British author and journalist, based in Budapest. He started work as a foreign correspondent in 1991, covering the collapse of Communism and the Yugoslav wars. He's worked in more than 30 countries, enjoyed some hair-ra... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Patrick McMenamin, Owner, The Kaledonia Bar

    Xpat Interview: Patrick McMenamin, Owner, The Kaledonia Bar
    "Before moving to living in Hungary I had been working in the UK youth sector for more than 25 years. My job here in Budapest is to manage The Kaledonia Bar with my partner Zsuzsanna Bozo. The bar is a fusion of our love for Scotland and Hungary. We... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Rob Longworth, Director, Ocean Bar & Grill

    Xpat Interview: Rob Longworth, Director, Ocean Bar & Grill
    Born and raised in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Rob Longworth first came to Eastern Europe as an exchange student in January, 1990. Although he requested an exchange job in Asia, a computer glitch sent Rob to Hungary. Signing up for another exchang... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Peter de Groot, Country Manager, FirstMed

    Xpat Interview: Peter de Groot, Country Manager, FirstMed
    "Having grown up in several countries, and having never lived in my birthplace Holland, it was probably not a surprise that I continued this International theme throughout my life. The countries that I have spent most time in are Jamaica, Indonesia, ... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Christopher Mattheisen, Magyar Telekom's CEO

    Xpat Interview: Christopher Mattheisen, Magyar Telekom's CEO
    Born in 1961. Degrees in economics from Indiana University, Bloomington and Columbia University, New York. First came to Hungary in 1990 to start consulting company for business analysis and strategic planning. From 1993 to 1996 was the fou... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Greg John Dorey, British Ambassador

    Xpat Interview: Greg John Dorey, British Ambassador
    In December 2007 Greg Dorey became British Ambassador to the Republic of Hungary. Greg took up his appointment on 3 December 2007 and presented his credentials to Hungarian President László Sólyom on 5 December. Before his Xpat Interview he... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Mark Milstein, Owner of Northfoto.com

    Xpat Interview: Mark Milstein, Owner of Northfoto.com
    Mark Milstein is an American born photojournalist who first came to Eastern Europe during 1991, then in his early 30's he was the chief photographer in Europe for Atlantic News Service. Over the past decade and a half he has covered events in more... more »
  • Xpat Interview: Brandon Krueger

    Xpat Interview: Brandon Krueger
    Brandon originally moved to Budapest from San Francisco to complete his Master's degree in International Relations at Central European University. After graduating he worked for an Internet start-up in Hungary, before moving to Holland to work for a ... more »
  • Vincent Vogt, General Manager Central Europe, Air France KLM

    Vincent Vogt, General Manager Central Europe, Air France KLM
    Currently based in Budapest, Mr Vogt is responsible for leading the teams in Hungary; Czech Republic; Slovakia; Poland and Romania. Recent achievements include re-organization and integration of the Air France & KLM organizations.Born in The Neth... more »
  • Xpat Interview: U.S. Ambassador April H. Foley

    Xpat Interview: U.S. Ambassador April H. Foley
    "April H. Foley has had an extensive career in professional management. Most recently, she served as First Vice President and Vice Chairman of the Export-Import Bank of the US. Prior to that, she served as a member of the Board of Directors of Ex-Im ... more »
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  • Now showing in Budapest: 'Control'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'Control'
    "A profile of Ian Curtis, the enigmatic singer of Joy Division whose personal, professional, and romantic troubles led him to commit suicide at the age of 23." more »
  • Now showing in Budapest: 'Eagle Eye'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'Eagle Eye'
    "Two unsuspecting Americans are separately drawn into a conspiracy by a mysterious woman they have never met, but who seems to know their every move. By the time they discover her frightening identity, they have become her unwitting accomplices in a ... more »
  • Now showing in Budapest: 'The Fall'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'The Fall'
    "In a hospital on the outskirts of 1920s Los Angeles, an injured stuntman begins to tell a fellow patient, a little girl with a broken arm, a fantastical story about 5 mythical heroes. Thanks to his fractured state of mind and her vivid imagination, ... more »
  • New In Budapest: ' Mirrors'

    New In Budapest: ' Mirrors'
    "After accidently shooting an undercover officer, Ben loses his job and turns to alcoholism and anger. Ben takes a job as a night watchman as he tries to pull his life together and reconnect with his family. As Ben patrols the charred remains of the ... more »
  • Now showing in Budapest: 'Outlaw'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'Outlaw'
    "A group of people who feel betrayed by their government and let down by their police force form a modern-day outlaw posse in order to right what they see as the wrongs of society." more »
  • New In Budapest: 'Death Race'

    New In Budapest: 'Death Race'
    "The post-industrial wasteland of tomorrow, with the world's most brutal sporting event as its backdrop. A penitentiary full of felons has inspired the jailers to create a grisly pastime ripe for lucrative kickbacks. Now, adrenalized inmates, a globa... more »
  • Now showing in Budapest: 'The Proposition'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'The Proposition'
    "A lawman apprehends a notorious outlaw and gives him 9 days to kill his older brother, or else they'll execute his younger brother." more »
  • Now Showing In Budapest: 'Half Nelson'

    Now Showing In Budapest: 'Half Nelson'
    "An inner-city junior high school teacher with a drug habit forms an unlikely friendship with one of his students after she discovers his secret." more »
  • Now showing in Budapest: 'The Rocker'

    Now showing in Budapest: 'The Rocker'
    THE ROCKER,” aka Robert “Fish” Fishman, was the drummer for an eighties hair band. He was living the rock ‘n’ roll dream… until he was kicked out of the group. Twenty years later, the desperate rocker joins his nephew’s band, “A.D.D.,” finally reclai... more »
  • Now Showing In Budapest: 'The House Bunny'

    Now Showing In Budapest: 'The House Bunny'
    "Shelley is living a carefree life until a rival gets her tossed out of the Playboy Mansion. With nowhere to go, fate delivers her to the sorority girls from Zeta Alpha Zeta. Unless they can sign a new pledge class, the seven socially clueless women ... more »
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  • Scott Kinsey Band Feat In Budapest, A38 Ship, 28 October


    Scott Kinsey Band Feat In Budapest, A38 Ship, 28 October
    "Legends of fusion jazz on a joyride to heaven with a heavy gunfire of crazy sounds. The name of Scott Kinsey, the keyboard-player, producer, composer should be the best known from the Tribal Tech group.  more »
  • PM Gyurcsány Near To Tears on Live TV


    PM Gyurcsány Near To Tears on Live TV
    Currently Hungarians are busy talking about their prime minister who just about had a teary breakdown on live TV, as the attached video shows. Ferenc makes this emotional announcement about the resignation of the Hungarian Transport Minister and Railways Board Chairman,...  more »
  • Recommendation: Brunch At Peppers!


    Recommendation: Brunch At Peppers!
    "The tradition first introduced in Hungary by the Budapest Marriott Hotel in 1994, continues to live at peppers! Brunch at peppers! is a combination of the best of Hungarian produce and Mediterranean influence.  more »
  • Airshow Kecskemet 2009


    Airshow Kecskemet 2009
    "On the eve of a successful airshow in 2007 and a 2008 special with a phenomenal outcome, the question rightfully turned up, Will the Kecskemet Air Base host another event in 2009?  more »
  • Paul Gilbert Concert, A38 Ship, 12 October


    Paul Gilbert Concert, A38 Ship, 12 October
    "An outrageous guitar virtuoso, who besides his stunning gigs and guitar lessons created numerous famous formations, among them Mr. Big with Billy Sheehan too."  more »
  • Pit Babes at GP Formula 1 in Hungary 2008


    Pit Babes at GP Formula 1 in Hungary 2008
    Paddock girls and random models bringing glamour to the Hungaroring during the 2008 Budapest Formula 1 Grand Prix.  more »
  • Upcoming Concert: James Blunt, Budapest, 25 October


    Upcoming Concert: James Blunt, Budapest, 25 October
    "Mr. Blunt was born with the name James Hillier Blount in Tidworth, England into an upper middle-class family in 1974. When he was three, his mother taught him how to play the flute, at the age of five he started playing the violin , and when he reached the age of seven...  more »
  • Upcoming Concert: Queen & Paul Rodgers, Sport Arena, 28 October


    Upcoming Concert: Queen & Paul Rodgers, Sport Arena, 28 October
    "Thirteen years after their last album, seventeen years after Mercury’s death the Queen is releasing a new album, for the first time without Freddie. The band, including vocalist Paul Rodgers will perform in Budapest on 28th October 2008.  more »
  • 'Harlem Gospel Singers', Syma Hall Budapest, 14 December


    'Harlem Gospel Singers', Syma Hall Budapest, 14 December
    "A good message, lifting, spiritual and explosive: when voices start to fly and hearts open – that’s gospel. It is expressed most completely at concerts by the famous and original Harlem Gospel Singers.  more »
  • Margaret Island (Margitsziget)


    Margaret Island (Margitsziget)
    "Budapest's finest green spot is Margaret Island (Margitsziget) located in the middle of the river Danube between Margaret Bridge and Árpád Bridge. Originally there were three islands here, the islands of Spa, Pictor and Rabbits.  more »
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Expat Life in Budapest, Hungary - News, Events, Movies, Restaurants, Jobs, Schools, Sport, Clubs in the Hungarian Capital
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Chet Akiri, 15 October


    Newly renovated, 77m2, 2-bedroom apartment in the Park Avenue area of Budapest, Vaci Utca. Within close walking distance to the beautiful Danube river. The apt has an open design and is street facing making the rooms bright and sunny. The building is a classic period Pest building. Available for rent (Eur 650/month+utilities) from end of Septe...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Miklós Szabó, 15 October


    Spacious 4 bedroom flat (180m2 + loft) on Torokvesz ut with stunning view to Janos and Szechenyi Hills close to nature reserve area and Rozsadomb Center and Rozsakert Shopping Centres is available for rent (Eur 1500/month+utilities) from mid/end of September. Very quiet area with good transportation links to city centre (Margit korut approx. 10mins...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Robert Patterson, 15 October


    Bright, 2nd floor, 3 room apartment for Rent (80m2), Quiet street 50m from Raday utca, IX, 2 min walk to Kalvin Ter and Danube, Fully furnished and entirely newly renovated Includes TV, DVD, VCR, Hi-Fi and more Circo heating 550Euro/month, Low common cost - 9906 HUF send me a text and i'll call you back! Photos: http://www.flickr.com...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Márta Dózsa, 15 October


    Nice 54 sqm apartment in the district VI for sale from owner. Location: in the heart of Budapest, close to the Opera, with very good traffic, in pedestrian street, minutes from restaurants, bars, theatres. It is located on the 2th floor of a renovated house. The apartment has two really bright and beautiful rooms with huge street-facing windows. It...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Cornelia Betschart, 15 October


    Fully furnished 86 sqm apartement, in Rozsa ut., a quiet single traffic way street, with public transportation around the corner, and 2 metro lines a short walk away. In excellent condition. Tastefully decorated, partly with antique furniture. Ceilings 3,8 m high, original features. Description: Entrance hall with dining area, fully equipped k...  more »
  • Buy & Sell Offers - by Valeria Mircos, 15 October


    Original Didymos Baby-sling for sale. Worn 3-4 times. Blue-white colour as seen in picture. Price 80 EUR. Haggle accepted. :)  more »
  • Job Seekers & Jobs Available - by Apartment Name, 15 October


    Maintenance/painting helper wanted for up to 4-5 days next week As helper/assistant to apartment owner....for variety of small jobs in apartment...like putting up 2 window blinds (easy), some painting, putting up small white ducting for cables for a light, glue up some polystyrene panels on a wall..... District 9. Really need to have some ...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by eva toth, 15 October


    Budapest on the Buda side,close to the Castle District and Mammut shopping center,with excellent public transport at night as well( subway, 4, 6 tram)but in a silent street, nice, full furnished, and totally equipped,(bed linen, in the kitchen plates, pots, cuttlery,)sunny, quite, cozy,extremely clean and of a high starndard apartment with 1,5 roo...  more »
  • Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Cornelia Betschart, 15 October


    Tastefully furnished 112 sqm apartment in the VI District, very centrally located in Paulay Ede utca, a quiet single traffic way street parallele to Andrassy and Deak ter with all the major Metro lines. In excellent condition, after full renovation. Many original features such as stucco works and wooden parquet floors, high ceilings (4,1 m). Des...  more »
  • Job Seekers & Jobs Available - by Apartment Name, 15 October


    Apartment manager wanted...for tourist apartment Needs to be someone that can meet groups at any time that results from landing at the airport. And to be able to do check-outs of groups when they leave from the apartment. Tasks meet group at apartment...do check-in meet group at apartment a few days later to do check-out (check apartment i...  more »
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