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Xpat Opinion: The Hungarian Far Right And Russia
- 1 Sep 2014 1:00 AM
- current affairs
There has been a lot of discussion about the Russian sympathies of the extreme right parties in Europe. I have written extensively about Jobbik’s close ties with Russia. I’m sure that many readers remember the strange story of Béla Kovács, Jobbik EP MP, who, by the way, was just barred from the territory of Ukraine by the Ukrainian government. The reason? Most likely Kovács’s participation in the ...
10th International Short Film Festival’BuSho’ Starts In Budapest On Tuesday
- 29 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- entertainment
The BuSho (Budapest Short) International Short Film Festival will be organised with the aid of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade between 2 and 7 September 2014; the festival will be opened by the patron of the event, Monika Balatoni, State Secretary for Cultural Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade at the Puskin Cinema on Tuesday evening. A toast will be given ...
Hungary’s NBH Comments Luxury Office Building Purchase
- 28 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- property
The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) has purchased the Eiffel Palace office building, located in the centre of Budapest, for EUR 45.3m not including VAT, in order to exploit the advantages from the property investment, the NBH told MTI. The NBH also said the purchase could have a positive effect on the bank’s results.
Photo Article: Budapest's Most Pleasant Gardens
- 28 Aug 2014 6:55 AM
- food & drink
To urban dwellers - who are constantly surrounded by noise, and sometimes smog - a good garden is practically paradise. Being close to nature is refreshing for us all, so here we explore the hidden gardens of Budapest: from art cafés to top restaurants.
Budapest Council Approves Raising Loan For Metro 3 Upgrade
- 25 Aug 2014 5:04 AM
- getting around
The Municipal Council of Budapest has voted to move ahead on the financing of renovations on the city’s Metro Line 3, including making preparations for a loan to fund the project. The councillors voted with 28 in favour and two against, with only representatives of the opposition E-PM party opposing the motion.
Ironman Triathlon Will Be Held In Budapest
- 22 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- sport
An Ironman triathlon race will be held in Budapest on Saturday, organisers said on Thursday. The race will be composed of a 1.9 km swim, a 90 km bicycle ride and a 21.1 km run which distance translates into 70.3 miles athletes must complete. Dubbed Ironman Budapest 70.3, the August 23 event will be the official half-distance race of the world cup series organised in cooperation with the World ...
Hungarians Mark National Day With Bread, Fireworks & Lots Of Speeches
- 21 Aug 2014 10:40 AM
- community & culture
The independence of our country is not a gift, but rather an inestimable value for which every nation must struggle”. - President János Áder, 20 August 2014
Xpat Recommendation: Lunch At Loulou Budapest
- 21 Aug 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
95% of TripAdviser users who reviewed Loulou recommend this Budapest fine-dining legend, which serves contemporary French and international cuisine. Here’s one example of a recent review, "Really imaginative flavour combinations, high quality ingredients and sophisticated presentation....". Another independant reviewers says, “We went for a business meeting with our partners from Berlin and can ...
Public Transport Will Get You To The Festivities In Budapest On 20 August
- 20 Aug 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Traffic changes will be made in public transport service and on roads and Danube bridges on the eve and the day of St. Stephen’s Day (Tuesday, 19 August and Wednesday, 20 August 2014). Already on 19 August 2014, traffic restrictions will be in place at several locations in the city due to preparations for the celebrations, therefore some public transport lines will run on modified routes.
Xpat Opinion: The Hungarian Far Right And Russia
- 1 Sep 2014 1:00 AM
- current affairs
There has been a lot of discussion about the Russian sympathies of the extreme right parties in Europe. I have written extensively about Jobbik’s close ties with Russia. I’m sure that many readers remember the strange story of Béla Kovács, Jobbik EP MP, who, by the way, was just barred from the territory of Ukraine by the Ukrainian government. The reason? Most likely Kovács’s participation in the ...
10th International Short Film Festival’BuSho’ Starts In Budapest On Tuesday
- 29 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- entertainment
The BuSho (Budapest Short) International Short Film Festival will be organised with the aid of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade between 2 and 7 September 2014; the festival will be opened by the patron of the event, Monika Balatoni, State Secretary for Cultural Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade at the Puskin Cinema on Tuesday evening. A toast will be given ...
Hungary’s NBH Comments Luxury Office Building Purchase
- 28 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- property
The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) has purchased the Eiffel Palace office building, located in the centre of Budapest, for EUR 45.3m not including VAT, in order to exploit the advantages from the property investment, the NBH told MTI. The NBH also said the purchase could have a positive effect on the bank’s results.
Photo Article: Budapest's Most Pleasant Gardens
- 28 Aug 2014 6:55 AM
- food & drink
To urban dwellers - who are constantly surrounded by noise, and sometimes smog - a good garden is practically paradise. Being close to nature is refreshing for us all, so here we explore the hidden gardens of Budapest: from art cafés to top restaurants.
Budapest Council Approves Raising Loan For Metro 3 Upgrade
- 25 Aug 2014 5:04 AM
- getting around
The Municipal Council of Budapest has voted to move ahead on the financing of renovations on the city’s Metro Line 3, including making preparations for a loan to fund the project. The councillors voted with 28 in favour and two against, with only representatives of the opposition E-PM party opposing the motion.
Ironman Triathlon Will Be Held In Budapest
- 22 Aug 2014 9:00 AM
- sport
An Ironman triathlon race will be held in Budapest on Saturday, organisers said on Thursday. The race will be composed of a 1.9 km swim, a 90 km bicycle ride and a 21.1 km run which distance translates into 70.3 miles athletes must complete. Dubbed Ironman Budapest 70.3, the August 23 event will be the official half-distance race of the world cup series organised in cooperation with the World ...
Hungarians Mark National Day With Bread, Fireworks & Lots Of Speeches
- 21 Aug 2014 10:40 AM
- community & culture
The independence of our country is not a gift, but rather an inestimable value for which every nation must struggle”. - President János Áder, 20 August 2014
Xpat Recommendation: Lunch At Loulou Budapest
- 21 Aug 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
95% of TripAdviser users who reviewed Loulou recommend this Budapest fine-dining legend, which serves contemporary French and international cuisine. Here’s one example of a recent review, "Really imaginative flavour combinations, high quality ingredients and sophisticated presentation....". Another independant reviewers says, “We went for a business meeting with our partners from Berlin and can ...
Public Transport Will Get You To The Festivities In Budapest On 20 August
- 20 Aug 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Traffic changes will be made in public transport service and on roads and Danube bridges on the eve and the day of St. Stephen’s Day (Tuesday, 19 August and Wednesday, 20 August 2014). Already on 19 August 2014, traffic restrictions will be in place at several locations in the city due to preparations for the celebrations, therefore some public transport lines will run on modified routes.