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Charges Raised Against Nigerian Drug Mule In Hungary
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Charges have been raised against a 41 year-old Nigerian man who tried to smuggle 101 cocaine capsules in his stomach from Holland to Hungary, the Budapest chief prosecutor said. The suspect living in Budapest’s 15th district was offered 4,000 euros by a Suriname-born Dutch acquaintance for smuggling the total 1,000 grams of drugs to Hungary. He was supposed to deliver the capsules to a Hungarian ...
Recall Of VW Cars In Hungary Starts In January
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Porsche Hungaria, the importer of Volkswagen vehicles, will begin recalling models affected in the Volkswagen emissions scandal in January, CEO János Eppel said yesterday. An estimated 34,000 cars 5-6 years old with diesel engines are affected in Hungary, he added. Porsche Hungaria is in the midst of contacting car owners and is planning to complete the repair of all vehicles within one year. The ...
Celebrate Christmas @ Gundel Restaurant In Budapest
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- specials
Food is part of our tradition in general and at Christmas in particular. Add Gundel’s flavours to the splendour of the holiday. Gundel’s Executive Chef is awaiting you with a careful selection of classic Hungarian dishes and a special Christmas menu at lunch and dinner. Wonderful Christmas environment, decoration and music together with the enticing food will guarantee an unforgettable time for ...
Hungary To Gain Economic Influence From Paris Climate Deal
- 17 Dec 2015 3:00 AM
- current affairs
The outcome of the Paris climate conference could be positive for Hungary’s economy, the deputy state secretary in charge of green economy and climate policy said. Hungary’s competitiveness and economic influence could grow as a result of the deal, Martina Makai said at a roundtable discussion after returning from the Paris conference which concluded on Dec. 12.
Xpat Opinion: Laughable Hungarian Legislation Is Not Funny
- 16 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
By Tom Popper, Managing Editor, Budapest Business Journal: The appearance of corruption has long been a problem for this government, but in the first week of December, officials were so blatant in their efforts to circumvent scrutiny that it was almost humorous. In truth, the way these maneuvers destroy trust in our leadership is not very funny.
Govt To Finance Electric Buses For Budapest
- 16 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- getting around
The economy minister signed a financing agreement with Budapest’s public transport company BKV, under which 20 Hungarian-made electric midibuses and the necessary charger technology will be purchased. Addressing the ceremony, Mihály Varga hailed the beginning of a “new era” in the city’s transport, benefiting “the people of Budapest, Hungarian industry and busmaking”.
Hungarian National Bank Advises Caution In Borrowing
- 15 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
The MNB is advising Hungarians to be careful in taking out consumer loans during the Christmas season. The central bank noted that the total cost of lending (THM) for consumer credit, personal loans, overdrafts and credit cards can vary significantly among service providers.
Christmas Fair At Basilica In Budapest
- 13 Dec 2015 6:55 AM
- community & culture
During the Advent fair on Saint Stephen’s Square, the area of the Basilica is turning into a magical festive quarter. From the last weekend of November visitors may enter this joyful world decorated with Christmas lights. Here the festive ambience of the 5-week long Christmas preparation is ensured by almost 200 programmes, the handicrafts of 80 vendors and the international food and drink ...
Hungarian Holocaust Film Son Of Saul Nominated For 2016 Golden Globe
- 11 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- entertainment
Son of Saul, directed by Hungary’s László Jeles Nemes, has been nominated for the 2016 Golden Globe Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category. Son of Saul is Hungary’s submission for the 2016 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Charges Raised Against Nigerian Drug Mule In Hungary
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Charges have been raised against a 41 year-old Nigerian man who tried to smuggle 101 cocaine capsules in his stomach from Holland to Hungary, the Budapest chief prosecutor said. The suspect living in Budapest’s 15th district was offered 4,000 euros by a Suriname-born Dutch acquaintance for smuggling the total 1,000 grams of drugs to Hungary. He was supposed to deliver the capsules to a Hungarian ...
Recall Of VW Cars In Hungary Starts In January
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Porsche Hungaria, the importer of Volkswagen vehicles, will begin recalling models affected in the Volkswagen emissions scandal in January, CEO János Eppel said yesterday. An estimated 34,000 cars 5-6 years old with diesel engines are affected in Hungary, he added. Porsche Hungaria is in the midst of contacting car owners and is planning to complete the repair of all vehicles within one year. The ...
Celebrate Christmas @ Gundel Restaurant In Budapest
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- specials
Food is part of our tradition in general and at Christmas in particular. Add Gundel’s flavours to the splendour of the holiday. Gundel’s Executive Chef is awaiting you with a careful selection of classic Hungarian dishes and a special Christmas menu at lunch and dinner. Wonderful Christmas environment, decoration and music together with the enticing food will guarantee an unforgettable time for ...
Hungary To Gain Economic Influence From Paris Climate Deal
- 17 Dec 2015 3:00 AM
- current affairs
The outcome of the Paris climate conference could be positive for Hungary’s economy, the deputy state secretary in charge of green economy and climate policy said. Hungary’s competitiveness and economic influence could grow as a result of the deal, Martina Makai said at a roundtable discussion after returning from the Paris conference which concluded on Dec. 12.
Xpat Opinion: Laughable Hungarian Legislation Is Not Funny
- 16 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
By Tom Popper, Managing Editor, Budapest Business Journal: The appearance of corruption has long been a problem for this government, but in the first week of December, officials were so blatant in their efforts to circumvent scrutiny that it was almost humorous. In truth, the way these maneuvers destroy trust in our leadership is not very funny.
Govt To Finance Electric Buses For Budapest
- 16 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- getting around
The economy minister signed a financing agreement with Budapest’s public transport company BKV, under which 20 Hungarian-made electric midibuses and the necessary charger technology will be purchased. Addressing the ceremony, Mihály Varga hailed the beginning of a “new era” in the city’s transport, benefiting “the people of Budapest, Hungarian industry and busmaking”.
Hungarian National Bank Advises Caution In Borrowing
- 15 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
The MNB is advising Hungarians to be careful in taking out consumer loans during the Christmas season. The central bank noted that the total cost of lending (THM) for consumer credit, personal loans, overdrafts and credit cards can vary significantly among service providers.
Christmas Fair At Basilica In Budapest
- 13 Dec 2015 6:55 AM
- community & culture
During the Advent fair on Saint Stephen’s Square, the area of the Basilica is turning into a magical festive quarter. From the last weekend of November visitors may enter this joyful world decorated with Christmas lights. Here the festive ambience of the 5-week long Christmas preparation is ensured by almost 200 programmes, the handicrafts of 80 vendors and the international food and drink ...
Hungarian Holocaust Film Son Of Saul Nominated For 2016 Golden Globe
- 11 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- entertainment
Son of Saul, directed by Hungary’s László Jeles Nemes, has been nominated for the 2016 Golden Globe Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category. Son of Saul is Hungary’s submission for the 2016 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.