475 result(s) for first wave
Xpat Opinion: Is The Rule Of Law In Danger In Hungary?
- 9 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
As mutual accusations spiral frenetically, left-wing commentators accuse the government of destroying constitutional democracy, while they are being accused by their right-wing counterparts of fuelling foreign criticism of Hungary.
Biffy Clyro, Mika & Many Others Visit The Island Of Freedom In Budapest
- 4 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
About two dozen new acts received their “concert visa” to Sziget, the ‘Island of Freedom’. Among the names we can find one of the best British live bands, Biffy Clyro, and one of the most talented and fun performer of today’s pop scene, Mika. In addition the suggestive, dynamic electronic production of Nero and many more will perform as well. The non-stop week of fun is once again guaranteed, ...
Vaya Con Dios Farewell Tour, Budapest Aréna, 6 April
- 1 Apr 2013 1:00 AM
- entertainment
Vaya con Dios is coming to play their last live concert in Budapest. The band is celebrating their nearly 30 year carrier with a farewell tour. Don’t miss the last chance to see them live.
20th Jubilee Titanic Kicks Off On 5th April In Budapest
- 28 Mar 2013 6:45 AM
- entertainment
The 20th Titanic International Film Festival starts with the screening of The Master. Between 5th -13th April in five venues the audience can watch 74 films including Hungarian-related features and international premiers as well. The two flagships of this year’s Titanic are the Irish-section, Emerald Island and Staropramen beer snacks, a selection of contemporary Czech movies. This year’s event ...
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Government Accused Of Paralysis While PM Under Fire In Brussels
- 18 Mar 2013 8:02 AM
- current affairs
The authorities were at least one day late in reacting to the exceptional snowstorm and a left-wing commentator thinks the reason was that PM Viktor Orbán was busy fending off growing discontent with Hungary’s constitutional amendments among European allies.
24 New Names Confirmed For Sziget Festival Budapest 2013
- 14 Mar 2013 7:59 AM
- entertainment
The colorful and diverse line-up of Sziget Festival 2013 is building up well, with 24 new acts freshly announced for various stages: many are new-comers to Sziget, but there will be many acts that have proven popular in previous editions of the event too. The non-stop week of party fun will be held this year between 5-12 August.
The Raveonettes (DK) Concert, A38 Ship Budapest, 13 February
- 12 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The Raveonettes are a Danish indie rock duo, consisting of Sune Rose Wagner (born 1973, Sønderborg, Denmark) on guitar, instruments, and vocals, and Sharin Foo (born 22 November 1973, Emmelev, Denmark) on bass, guitar and vocals. Their music is characterized by close two-part vocal harmonies inspired by The Everly Brothers coupled with hard-edged electric guitar overlaid with liberal doses of ...
Invitation: Wine & Music Gala Concert, Budapest, 30 December
- 29 Dec 2012 6:40 AM
- specials
It has become a tradition for the “Hundred Member” Gipsy Orchestra to give a gala concert on December the 30th. The audience will get the chance to hear the pieces of Liszt, Brahms, Strauss and Khachaturian in the interpretation of outstanding musicians.
Strike Likely At State-Run Media In Hungary
- 21 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
A strike could develop in the state-run media by early January, as the Media Services and Asset Manager MTVA has failed to reach agreement with the central employee council on details of staff dismissals. In-house trade unions have formed a strike committee and are preparing to strike.
Xpat Opinion: Is The Rule Of Law In Danger In Hungary?
- 9 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
As mutual accusations spiral frenetically, left-wing commentators accuse the government of destroying constitutional democracy, while they are being accused by their right-wing counterparts of fuelling foreign criticism of Hungary.
Biffy Clyro, Mika & Many Others Visit The Island Of Freedom In Budapest
- 4 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
About two dozen new acts received their “concert visa” to Sziget, the ‘Island of Freedom’. Among the names we can find one of the best British live bands, Biffy Clyro, and one of the most talented and fun performer of today’s pop scene, Mika. In addition the suggestive, dynamic electronic production of Nero and many more will perform as well. The non-stop week of fun is once again guaranteed, ...
Vaya Con Dios Farewell Tour, Budapest Aréna, 6 April
- 1 Apr 2013 1:00 AM
- entertainment
Vaya con Dios is coming to play their last live concert in Budapest. The band is celebrating their nearly 30 year carrier with a farewell tour. Don’t miss the last chance to see them live.
20th Jubilee Titanic Kicks Off On 5th April In Budapest
- 28 Mar 2013 6:45 AM
- entertainment
The 20th Titanic International Film Festival starts with the screening of The Master. Between 5th -13th April in five venues the audience can watch 74 films including Hungarian-related features and international premiers as well. The two flagships of this year’s Titanic are the Irish-section, Emerald Island and Staropramen beer snacks, a selection of contemporary Czech movies. This year’s event ...
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Government Accused Of Paralysis While PM Under Fire In Brussels
- 18 Mar 2013 8:02 AM
- current affairs
The authorities were at least one day late in reacting to the exceptional snowstorm and a left-wing commentator thinks the reason was that PM Viktor Orbán was busy fending off growing discontent with Hungary’s constitutional amendments among European allies.
24 New Names Confirmed For Sziget Festival Budapest 2013
- 14 Mar 2013 7:59 AM
- entertainment
The colorful and diverse line-up of Sziget Festival 2013 is building up well, with 24 new acts freshly announced for various stages: many are new-comers to Sziget, but there will be many acts that have proven popular in previous editions of the event too. The non-stop week of party fun will be held this year between 5-12 August.
The Raveonettes (DK) Concert, A38 Ship Budapest, 13 February
- 12 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The Raveonettes are a Danish indie rock duo, consisting of Sune Rose Wagner (born 1973, Sønderborg, Denmark) on guitar, instruments, and vocals, and Sharin Foo (born 22 November 1973, Emmelev, Denmark) on bass, guitar and vocals. Their music is characterized by close two-part vocal harmonies inspired by The Everly Brothers coupled with hard-edged electric guitar overlaid with liberal doses of ...
Invitation: Wine & Music Gala Concert, Budapest, 30 December
- 29 Dec 2012 6:40 AM
- specials
It has become a tradition for the “Hundred Member” Gipsy Orchestra to give a gala concert on December the 30th. The audience will get the chance to hear the pieces of Liszt, Brahms, Strauss and Khachaturian in the interpretation of outstanding musicians.
Strike Likely At State-Run Media In Hungary
- 21 Dec 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
A strike could develop in the state-run media by early January, as the Media Services and Asset Manager MTVA has failed to reach agreement with the central employee council on details of staff dismissals. In-house trade unions have formed a strike committee and are preparing to strike.