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First Public Building Constructed Entirely of Wood Unveiled in Hungary
The University of Sopron has reached an important milestone in both campus development and sustainable architecture with the opening of its new "Fusion" Creative Studio.
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Cultural Celebrations to Mark 500th Anniversary of Fateful Battle in Mohács
A wide-ranging programme of cultural events is underway to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Mohács, one of the defining moments in Hungarian history.
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Spa Insight: Renovation of Széchenyi Baths in Budapest to Start Soon
Budapest’s municipal council has approved a major renovation programme for the iconic Széchenyi Baths, with construction expected to begin at the end of August following an open public procurement process.
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Will Outdoor Ad Spend Shift to Digital Platforms After Budapest Decree?
Outdoor advertising restrictions in Budapest could lead advertisers to cut total ad spending or shift budgets to international digital platforms, the head of the Hungarian Advertising Association's out-of-home (OOH) division, Tamas Bauer, said on Tuesday in response to a June 26 city assembly decree.
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Increasingly Frequent Power Outages in Hungary Due to the Extreme Heat
Due to the extreme heat, there are two to three times more grid outages than average in Budapest, Pest County and Northern Transdanubia, E.ON Hungaria Group said on Tuesday.
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Rita Ora Concert, Budapest Park, 29 July
Rita Ora is bringing her biggest hits to Budapest Park this summer to light up the city’s nightlife on July 29.
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Interviews
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Interview Two: Chris Russell, Principal, The British International School, Budapest
For starters, tell us about what you've been doing since our previous interview with you:
On a personal level, I have been renovating a small house in Mád, near Tokaj. It is a beautiful wine village with a friendly and welcoming community. My family and I have been made to feel incredibly welcome there, and it provides a wonderful retreat from city life. We also have a small rescue dog who completes our family.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 16 July
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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City Taxi Updates Budapest Taxi Fares & Management
City Taxi has announced an update to its official Budapest taxi tariffs, with new prices set to take effect from 1 August 2026.
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World-Class DJs at B MY LAKE Festival in Hungary
From July 16 to 18, the shores of Lake Velence will once again become one of Central Europe's leading destinations for electronic music. B MY LAKE 2026 brings together some of the most exciting names shaping the present and future of techno, including Paul Kalkbrenner, Deborah De Luca, Amelie Lens, Adam Beyer, Joseph Capriati and Sven Väth.
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