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Mandatory Doctor E-Referrals in Hungary Given 'One-Year Grace Period'
The government will allow a one-year grace period before electronic referrals become mandatory in health care, government spokeswoman Anita Kobol said at a press conference on Thursday.
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Irishman Given 14 Years in Prison for Killing American During Sex in Budapest
The metropolitan court of Budapest has sentenced an Irishman to 14 years in prison for strangling an American woman to death during sexual intercourse.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 10 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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Free Entry: French Institute's Annual Street Ball in Budapest on 11 July
French chanson, African drum rhythms, Moroccan world music, street games, and culinary specialties await visitors on 11 July at the French Institute’s traditional Street Ball here. Organised to celebrate the French National Day in Hungary, this free event will once again transform the Danube riverbank into an all-day cultural festival.
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Former President’s Family Holiday Cost Taxpayers in Hungary HUF 55 Million, Claims Magyar
The former Hungarian president, Janos Ader, spent 55 million forints (EUR 140,000) in public funds on a family holiday in the United States, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Facebook.
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Record Low Morning Temperature in Hungary Recorded this July
A 64-year-old national record for the coldest morning temperature for this day was broken on Thursday when temperatures in Szikszo, in Borsod-Abauj-Zemplen county, plunged to 3.9 degrees Celsius, the HungaroMet weather service reported.
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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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Liwo Group Hungary Insight Coffee as Workplace Currency
Coffee has moved far beyond being a workplace convenience. For facility managers seeking to improve office attendance, employee experience and operational efficiency, it is increasingly becoming a strategic asset.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 10 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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EVA Air Ranked No. 1 International Airline in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2026
EVA Air has achieved a historic milestone, earning the No. 1 ranking among international airlines in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026.
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