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Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful. More >>
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New Asteroids Named After Famous Hungarians
Hungarian astronomers have named 16 recently discovered asteroids after famous Hungarians, including poet Endre Ady, writer and philosopher Béla Hamvas, mathematician Pál Erdős, poet Margit Kaffka, renowned physiotherapist Anna Dévény, and swimmer Katinka Hosszú - pictured above.
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New Decree On Free PCR Tests Before Medical Procedures
A new decree regulating cases in which PCR tests can be offered free of charge ahead of medical procedures has been issued by Hungary's government.
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Budapest Mayor Wants To Hold Referendum 'On Behalf Of Honest Majority', Say Socialists
Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest who is also vying to become Hungary’s next prime minister, wants to hold a referendum “on behalf of the honest majority”, an opposition Socialist Party official, Imre Komjathi, said.
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Gov't Spox Decries Criticism Of PM Orbán Interview With Tucker Carlson
Zoltán Kovács, the state secretary for international relations and communications, has decried criticism levelled at the Hungarian government in connection with a visit of Fox News host Tucker Carlson to Hungary, and his interview with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
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Probe Into Pegasus Report Opened by Data Protection Authority
Hungary's data protection authority NAIH on Thursday said it has launched an official investigation into the Pegasus spyware case.
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Domestic Tourism Restored After Stoppage Caused By Coronavirus Says Tourism Agency
Domestic tourism has been properly restored since the stoppage caused by coronavirus, while the return of international visitors to Hungary is slowly under way, the head of the Hungarian Tourism Agency said on Sunday.
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Interviews
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Agnes Szikra, Artist & Art Instructor in Budapest
Agnes is a Budapest-born and based artist whose painting practice is complemented by several years of dedicated work as an art instructor.
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Holidays Poured into a Cocktail at The Duchess Bar in Budapest
The festive season is traditionally the time for exceptional flavors and remarkable drinks. This is when noble wines, rich sweetness and celebratory aromas take center stage. Few wine regions embody these qualities as perfectly as Tokaj.
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VIBE Budapest Celebrates Its 1st Anniversary on December 20th
VIBE Budapest, the city’s modern dining-meets-entertainment hotspot, is celebrating its 1st anniversary on December 20, marking a full year of transformation, expansion and remarkable growth. In just twelve months, the venue has become one of Budapest’s most distinctive and internationally minded places, a favourite among locals, visitors and the expat community alike.
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Festive Feasts at Corinthia Budapest
The season takes centre stage at Corinthia Budapest, where every dining experience is a celebration of flavour and artistry.
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