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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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Why is Hungary Handing Millions to Lebanon Army, Instead of Financing Arms Shipments to Ukraine?
Instead of financing arms shipments to Ukraine, Hungary is providing 400 million forints (EUR 988,000) to the Lebanese army from the European Peace Facility, with the aim of ensuring the country's stability, Peter Szijjarto, the foreign minister, said in Beirut on Tuesday, adding that the aim was for Lebanese regulars to take over the task of ensuring Lebanon's security from the militias.
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Hungary Named EU's Most Corrupt Country for Third Year in a Row by TI
Transparency International Hungary said on Tuesday that Hungary has retained its ranking as the European Union’s most corrupt country for the third year in a row, referring to the 2024 edition of TI's Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).
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Low Cost Airlines Ready for Rapid Resumption of Flights from Budapest to Kiev
Wizz Air is ready to restart flights to Ukraine within six weeks of a ceasefire announcement, CEO József Váradi of the discount airline told Reuters in an interview.
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Updated: Irishman Murdered Japanese Women in Budapest in Fifth District Apartment
The police have launched a criminal investigation in connection with a recent fire in an apartment in Budapest's fifth district, in which a Japanese women is believed to have been murdered, the Budapest police (BRFK) said on Tuesday.
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BYD to Hire 10,000 New Employees in Hungary
BYD's new electric vehicle plant in Szeged plans to hire 10,000 employees, with 20% of positions designated for engineers, Mayor László Botka announced during the city's budget presentation.
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Zero Tolerance of All Forms of Violence Against Women in Hungary, Declares Gov't
The government maintains zero tolerance of all forms of violence against women, the government spokesperson said on Tuesday, adding that a review of shortcomings in a recent case ordered by the national police chief had the full support of the government.
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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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Gala Concert & Dinner: 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 30 December
The 29th music @ wine celebration has already become a tradition, where every year on December 30, the world’s one and only 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra gives a grand gala concert. 100 musicians play at the same time on the grand concert, performing popular melodious tunes while the audience is tasting selected outstanding wines of Hungarian wineries.
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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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