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Updated Invitation: Xpat Charity Gala '25 - Bonfire Night Party - Merry Mikulás Edition
You’re warmly invited to this popular all-inclusive gala, which unites good-hearted guests from the international community in Budapest - this year on a special local date: 6 December, as 'Mikulás Nap' traditionally kicks off the holiday season in Hungary. More >>
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About You Sanctioned by Watchdog in Hungary for Unfair Business Practices
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) on Wednesday said it ordered the Hamburg-based operator of online retailer About You to pay a fine and offer several hundred thousand Hungarians compensation for unfair business practices.
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'Marathon Tourism' Brings Over 50,000 Foreign Visitors to Budapest
This year's Telekom Vivicitta, Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon and SPAR Budapest Marathon Festival attracted over 50,000 foreign visitors to the capital, a new record, the Budapest Sport Office (BSI) said on Wednesday.
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New EU Entry & Exit System Now in Force at Budapest Airport
The European Union has begun implementing a major change to border control with the introduction of the new Entry/Exit System (EES). This system is a mandatory, uniform measure across all border crossing points in 29 European countries, aimed at strengthening security within the Schengen Area.
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Drug Dens in Hungary Getting Shut Down, Police Have New 'Extremely Powerful Tool' to Fight Drugs
The closure of drug dens is underway, and police will be allowed to shut down shops and premises suspected of being involved in drug trafficking for up to three months, the government commissioner responsible for eradicating drug trafficking said.
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Sultan of Brunei Receives Hungarian Order of Merit
President Tamas Sulyok met Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, in his office on Tuesday, and presented to him the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary, Grand Cross with the chain and star.
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VAT Rate Reduced in Hungary on Beef
Parliament cleared a reduction in the VAT rate for beef from 27pc to 5pc in a vote on Tuesday. MPs approved the measure with a vote of 115 for, none against and 56 abstentions.
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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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Festive Experiences from Advent to New Year’s Eve at Matild Palace Budapest
Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest, once again awaits its guests with enchanting experiences: during the festive season, one of the city’s most impressive landmarks will glow with warm lights, delightful aromas, and exceptional gastronomic creations.
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Updated Invitation: Xpat Charity Gala '25 - Bonfire Night Party - Merry Mikulás Edition
You’re warmly invited to this popular all-inclusive gala, which unites good-hearted guests from the international community in Budapest - this year on a special local date: 6 December, as 'Mikulás Nap' traditionally kicks off the holiday season in Hungary.
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Meet RentiT in Hungary – Professional, Tailor-Made Solutions for Flawless Events
Organising an event can quickly become complex. From managing registrations and presentations to coordinating technology, equipment, and last-minute adjustments. At rentiT, we turn this complexity into clarity.
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