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Skrillex, Sziget Festival Budapest, 15 August
Skrillex, born Sonny John Moore on 15 January 1988 in Los Angeles, is an American DJ, producer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern electronic music. More >>
Features
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Is Budapest Tap Water Really Excellent Quality? - A Definitive Answer
Experts say that the capital's drinking water remains “impeccable” despite the exceptionally low level of the Danube. That certainly sounds reassuring, but it's worth taking a closer look.
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Top 5 Amazing Caves in Budapest for Cool Underground Adventures
There is a fascinating underground world beneath Budapest to explore, with caves ranging from easy guided tours to adventurous caving experiences and specialist cave diving.
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Commercial Property Investment May Exceed Euro 1.2 Billion in Hungary
Commercial real estate investment volume in Hungary could exceed EUR 1.2bn in 2026, with a "strong pipeline of ongoing transactions", property consultancy Colliers said in an analysis.
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Record Budapest Heatwaves More Intense Than Ever, Expert Explains
Both of this year’s extreme heatwaves in Budapest were more intense than ever before, according to an analysis published on the specialist portal Masfelfok (One and a Half Degree) - Climate Change Explained.
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Police Now Investigating Reports of Drink Spiking at Sziget Festival
Budapest police have launched a criminal investigation following reports that multiple people - many of them allegedly young women - became seriously unwell during a huge DJ event at Sziget Festival on Óbuda Island.
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Free Outdoor Cinema at Budapest's Margaret Island in August
Summer in Budapest again features the annual Mozisziget (Cinema Island) film series on Margaret Island, where movie lovers can enjoy a great selection of films under the stars, all shown in their original language, and all for free.
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Interviews
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XpatLoop Interview 5: Károly Gerendai, Founder of Sziget Festival in Budapest
With just days to go before the 32nd Sziget opens its gates, returning owner Károly Gerendai gave this exclusive interview to personally let readers in the loop know what's ahead this year - plus his vision for the future of one of Europe's biggest festivals.
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Enjoy Sky High Celebrations at The Duchess Budapest on 20 August
A special menu, celebratory cocktails and unparalleled views await guests at The Duchess on 20 August.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 12 August
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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Britannica Budapest Alumni Stories: My First Year at Oxford University
For many students, studying at University of Oxford is a dream. For one of Britannica’s alumni, Viktoria, that dream became a reality through dedication, perseverance and a passion for learning - here’s her inspiring story.
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