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Death Of Former American Ambassador To Hungary Mark Palmer
- 11 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The U.S. Embassy in Budapest is saddened by the news of the passing of Ambassador Mark Palmer, who served as United States Ambassador to Hungary between 1986 and 1990, following a long struggle with cancer. A champion for freedom, Ambassador Palmer took up his duties in the last years of the Communist era, and played a highly visible role during the regime change.
Invitation: Valentine Day's Gala Dinner, Corinthia Hotel Budapest, 16 February
- 8 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- specials
We are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Gala to be held on February 16, 2013. According to one legend, an imprisoned Valentine actually sent the first "valentine" greeting himself after he fell in love with a young girl - possibly his jailor's daughter - who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter signed "From your ...
Now On: 'Research On Sacred Song', Museum Of Ethnography In Budapest
- 25 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In Hungarian, songs sung by a religious congregation either in church, or on other liturgical occasions, are known as "népénekek," translated for the purposes of this exhibition as "vernacular sacred songs". These include not only church songs, but also songs associated with various religious folk customs, songs of greeting, and songs sung at wakes. Most vernacular sacred songs were not folk ...
Xpat Opinion: Teachers & Their Students: The Hungarian Situation
- 24 Jan 2013 7:59 AM
- current affairs
Although the leaders of HÖOK insist that “student unity” is intact, I see it differently. The Orbán government as usual has managed to drive a wedge between the two organizations: HÖOK, the present-day KISZ, and the newly formed HaHa (Hallgatói Hálózat). Just as it managed to divide the trade unions and negotiate only with the ones loyal to the government. And the same thing happened a couple of ...
Xpat Opinion: Teachers & Their Students: The Hungarian Situation
- 21 Jan 2013 7:59 AM
- current affairs
Although the leaders of HÖOK insist that “student unity” is intact, I see it differently. The Orbán government as usual has managed to drive a wedge between the two organizations: HÖOK, the present-day KISZ, and the newly formed HaHa (Hallgatói Hálózat). Just as it managed to divide the trade unions and negotiate only with the ones loyal to the government. And the same thing happened a couple of ...
Xpat Opinion: Voter Registration Abandoned But The Culture War Heats Up In Hungary
- 7 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Pro-government columnists suggest that the government has backed down elegantly, disproving the charges of arrogance and authoritarianism often levelled against it, while according to centrist and left-leaning analysts, the government tested the water of public feeling and realized it had too much to lose on the registration issue.
New Year’s Eve Celebration In Hungary
- 29 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- community & culture
The 31st of December has been the last day of the year only since the 17th century. In Hungary, New Year’s Eve is called Szilveszter, after Pope Sylvester I (314-335). During his service, he strived to improve the public position of the church in Rome. Among others, the construction of the Holy Cross (Santa Croce) basilica, a Roman equivalent of the sacred places of Jerusalem, is linked to his ...
Invitation: Edvin Marton & Vienna Strauss Orchestra, Budapest Congress Centre, 25 December
- 21 Dec 2012 10:50 AM
- community & culture
The original Vienna Strauss Orchestra was formed by none other than Mr. Johann Strauss himself in 1825 to perform his compositions. Masterpieces like “The Blue Danube” Waltz, “The Vienna Blood” Waltz, “Tritsch-Tratsch” Polka, The Radetzky March and many many more were created by the magnificent Strauss Dynasty Foundation.
Now On: Vivian Maier Exhibition, At Hungarian House Of Photography
- 10 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- entertainment
From obscurity, a legend of quality photography was born. The Hungarian House of Photography is proud to present the works of the photography world’s latest sensation, Vivian Maier.
Death Of Former American Ambassador To Hungary Mark Palmer
- 11 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The U.S. Embassy in Budapest is saddened by the news of the passing of Ambassador Mark Palmer, who served as United States Ambassador to Hungary between 1986 and 1990, following a long struggle with cancer. A champion for freedom, Ambassador Palmer took up his duties in the last years of the Communist era, and played a highly visible role during the regime change.
Invitation: Valentine Day's Gala Dinner, Corinthia Hotel Budapest, 16 February
- 8 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- specials
We are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Gala to be held on February 16, 2013. According to one legend, an imprisoned Valentine actually sent the first "valentine" greeting himself after he fell in love with a young girl - possibly his jailor's daughter - who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter signed "From your ...
Now On: 'Research On Sacred Song', Museum Of Ethnography In Budapest
- 25 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In Hungarian, songs sung by a religious congregation either in church, or on other liturgical occasions, are known as "népénekek," translated for the purposes of this exhibition as "vernacular sacred songs". These include not only church songs, but also songs associated with various religious folk customs, songs of greeting, and songs sung at wakes. Most vernacular sacred songs were not folk ...
Xpat Opinion: Teachers & Their Students: The Hungarian Situation
- 24 Jan 2013 7:59 AM
- current affairs
Although the leaders of HÖOK insist that “student unity” is intact, I see it differently. The Orbán government as usual has managed to drive a wedge between the two organizations: HÖOK, the present-day KISZ, and the newly formed HaHa (Hallgatói Hálózat). Just as it managed to divide the trade unions and negotiate only with the ones loyal to the government. And the same thing happened a couple of ...
Xpat Opinion: Teachers & Their Students: The Hungarian Situation
- 21 Jan 2013 7:59 AM
- current affairs
Although the leaders of HÖOK insist that “student unity” is intact, I see it differently. The Orbán government as usual has managed to drive a wedge between the two organizations: HÖOK, the present-day KISZ, and the newly formed HaHa (Hallgatói Hálózat). Just as it managed to divide the trade unions and negotiate only with the ones loyal to the government. And the same thing happened a couple of ...
Xpat Opinion: Voter Registration Abandoned But The Culture War Heats Up In Hungary
- 7 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Pro-government columnists suggest that the government has backed down elegantly, disproving the charges of arrogance and authoritarianism often levelled against it, while according to centrist and left-leaning analysts, the government tested the water of public feeling and realized it had too much to lose on the registration issue.
New Year’s Eve Celebration In Hungary
- 29 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- community & culture
The 31st of December has been the last day of the year only since the 17th century. In Hungary, New Year’s Eve is called Szilveszter, after Pope Sylvester I (314-335). During his service, he strived to improve the public position of the church in Rome. Among others, the construction of the Holy Cross (Santa Croce) basilica, a Roman equivalent of the sacred places of Jerusalem, is linked to his ...
Invitation: Edvin Marton & Vienna Strauss Orchestra, Budapest Congress Centre, 25 December
- 21 Dec 2012 10:50 AM
- community & culture
The original Vienna Strauss Orchestra was formed by none other than Mr. Johann Strauss himself in 1825 to perform his compositions. Masterpieces like “The Blue Danube” Waltz, “The Vienna Blood” Waltz, “Tritsch-Tratsch” Polka, The Radetzky March and many many more were created by the magnificent Strauss Dynasty Foundation.
Now On: Vivian Maier Exhibition, At Hungarian House Of Photography
- 10 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- entertainment
From obscurity, a legend of quality photography was born. The Hungarian House of Photography is proud to present the works of the photography world’s latest sensation, Vivian Maier.