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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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'Budapest Pride Should be Banned', Says Minister Lazar & Orbán Agrees
Pride should be banned as soon as possible, Janos Lazar, the construction and transport minister, said on Thursday, adding that what took place in the bedroom was "sacred and inviolable", but Pride was a public matter which "scandalises and provokes", and should be banned in order to protect children.
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Future is Visible to the Naked Eye in 'Special' Veszprem, Says Orbán
The city of Veszprem is special not only because of its past but in Veszprem "the future is visible to the naked eye", Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said at the opening of the CODE Centre of Digital Experiences on Thursday, adding that the city showed "how to be inventive in a conservative way".
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Restoring 'Old Glory': Major Budapest Artery Between Elizabeth Bridge & Astoria to Be Renovated
Plans are on the drawing board to renew and transform the area around the major artery of downtown Budapest's Kossuth Lajos Street and Szabad Sajto Road in cooperation between the metropolitan council and Belvaros-Lipotvaros district council, the Mayor's Office said.
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Magyar Telekom Board to Propose Record HUF 91 Billion Dividend Payment
The board of Magyar Telekom will propose record high dividend payment of HUF 90.9bn and shareholder remuneration of a share buyback of up to HUF 39.1bn on the results of the year 2024 to the general meeting in April, CEO Tibor Rekasi said.
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'What is Going on in Hungary is Not Conservatism, it's Corruption' - Former US Ambassador
Former US ambassador David Pressman's attempt to "lecture" Hungary is "pathetic", Zoltan Kovacs, the state secretary for international communication and relations, said, adding that US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have exposed "probably the biggest corruption network of our age".
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Village Pubs & Wine Bars in Hungary to Be Included in Tourism Sector Support Programme
The government's HUF 13bn tourism sector support programme will be extended to include village pubs, bars and wine bars from March, National Economy Minister Marton Nagy said.
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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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