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Criminal Complaint Filed over Former Finance Minister's Use of Private Planes
Anita Orban, the foreign minister, has filed a criminal complaint on suspicion of gross misuse of public funds, after an investigation revealed that Peter Szijjarto, her predecessor, had "routinely" used private or military planes to make official trips abroad.
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Five New Constitutional Court Judges Elected in Hungary
Parliament elected five new judges to the Constitutional Court in a secret ballot on 15 September.
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Tobacco Tax Hike in Hungary to Boost Healthcare Funding
The government will use the revenues from an increased excise tax on tobacco products as additional funding for the health sector, the government's website said.
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LGBTQ+ Law Reform in Hungary Faces Calls for More Changes
The government's recent proposal to scrap "unlawful stipulations in the 2021 homophobic and transphobic propaganda law" is an important measure, civil rights groups said on Tuesday, adding however that the proposal was "deficient on several points".
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UEFA Chooses Budapest for 2029 Conference League Finals
Budapest's Puskas Arena has been picked to host the 2029 UEFA Conference League finals, UEFA's executive committee decided at a meeting in Thessaloniki.
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Updated: Autumn Launch Announced for Budapest-Belgrade Passenger Rail Link
Passenger services on the long-awaited upgraded Budapest-Belgrade railway can begin this autumn, provided final safety tests on the Hungarian section are completed successfully, Transportation and Investment Minister David Vitezy announced.
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Michael W. Clack, Principal, Britannica International School, Budapest
Michael has worked in education for more than three decades, holding senior leadership positions across the UK, Europe and the Middle East. As Director of Education (EMEA) and Regional Head of Schools for Ariston Education, he has the responsibility for educational quality, safeguarding, wellbeing, governance, accreditation and school improvement across the Group.
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Thai Food Week in Budapest: Enjoy Authentic Flavours in 5-Star Elegance
Traditional Thai dishes will take centre stage at Anantara's wonderful White Salon Restaurant from 12 - 18 September, with a special menu created by expert chefs from the "Land of Smiles".
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 10 September
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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Haggenmacher Beer Festival in Budapest, 18 - 20 September
Last year, after nearly a hundred years, the Haggenmacher Brewery reopened in Budafok, and this year four different beers are being brewed within the 153-year-old walls. Between September 18 and 20, the 2nd Haggenmacher Beer Festival is happening.
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