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Emergency Message For U.S. Citizens: Rising Levels Of The Danube River
- 9 Jun 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
U.S. Embassy Budapest informs U.S. citizens that the Hungarian Government has declared a State of Emergency due to anticipated flooding of the Danube River. The Danube is expected to reach near-record levels and could create disruptions in low-lying areas of Budapest-- especially areas in District III. On June 4 Margaret Island closed until further notice; water traffic is also suspended. Expect ...
Bill Allows Hungarian Courts To Block Websites
- 4 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- tech
Courts may order that data on foreign-based computer servers be inaccessible temporarily or definitively under a bill passed Monday by Parliament’s governing majority. The bill, initiated by the government, states that the number of crimes perpetrated on the internet is on the rise and that children are particularly vulnerable.
U.S. - Hungary Memorandum Of Understanding
- 4 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Ambassador Kounalakis and Interior Minister Pintér signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the donation of radiation detection equipment to Hungary on May 31.
Xpat Opinion: Ruminations About The Far-Right Demonstration In Hungary
- 7 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A liberal columnist believes that PM Orbán’s disrespect for the rule of law is a greater threat to Hungary than racist protesters. A pro-government commentator, on the other hand, contends that whatever it does, the Orbán government will either be labeled as anti-democratic, or as racist.
Xpat Opinion: “Anti-Zionist” Rally On Eve Of World Jewish Congress In Budapest
- 6 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A left wing commentator welcomes the Prime Minister’s attempts to prevent anti-Semitic demonstrations, although he would prefer clear-cut legislation to ban racist rallies in general. A right-wing columnist believes the Left needs the danger of racism in order to present itself as the only bulwark against barbarism.
Council Of Europe Turns Up The Heat On Hungary
- 2 May 2013 10:35 AM
- current affairs
Hungary is set to become the first EU country to be monitored by the Council of Europe, following recent changes to the country’s constitution. The monitoring committee of the Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly announced last week (25 April) that it was recommending a formal procedure to monitor Hungary’s respecting of its obligations to the Council of Europe.
What You Might Not Know About Corinthia Hotel Budapest
- 30 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- travel
When stepping into the luxurious building, one can immediately understand why this property is often referred to as the hotel gem of the Hungarian capital. Located in the heart of the city, Corinthia Hotel Budapest is now celebrating its 10th anniversary since its re-opening in 2003. Very few other five star hotels in the world can be as proud of such a rich and glorious past, and its current ...
Xpat Opinion: Property Ownership In Hungary
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- property
Property in Hungary is predominantly free hold and any individual (natural person) or company (legal entity) may be registered as owner, regardless of citizenship. A non-resident buyer, whether from the EU or outside, must go through a formal process of obtaining a permit from the local authorities, which is part of the purchase process overseen by a lawyer.
Gaming Firm Bwin Leaving Hungary
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Online poker company Bwin is leaving Hungary and 17 other countries, gamer website Ittapiros has learnt. Bwin can easily manage without the Hungarian market, and the state gaming company Szerencsejáték is about to launch its own online services, coincident with stronger pressure from authorities on illegal gambling, the website argues.
Emergency Message For U.S. Citizens: Rising Levels Of The Danube River
- 9 Jun 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
U.S. Embassy Budapest informs U.S. citizens that the Hungarian Government has declared a State of Emergency due to anticipated flooding of the Danube River. The Danube is expected to reach near-record levels and could create disruptions in low-lying areas of Budapest-- especially areas in District III. On June 4 Margaret Island closed until further notice; water traffic is also suspended. Expect ...
Bill Allows Hungarian Courts To Block Websites
- 4 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- tech
Courts may order that data on foreign-based computer servers be inaccessible temporarily or definitively under a bill passed Monday by Parliament’s governing majority. The bill, initiated by the government, states that the number of crimes perpetrated on the internet is on the rise and that children are particularly vulnerable.
U.S. - Hungary Memorandum Of Understanding
- 4 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Ambassador Kounalakis and Interior Minister Pintér signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the donation of radiation detection equipment to Hungary on May 31.
Xpat Opinion: Ruminations About The Far-Right Demonstration In Hungary
- 7 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A liberal columnist believes that PM Orbán’s disrespect for the rule of law is a greater threat to Hungary than racist protesters. A pro-government commentator, on the other hand, contends that whatever it does, the Orbán government will either be labeled as anti-democratic, or as racist.
Xpat Opinion: “Anti-Zionist” Rally On Eve Of World Jewish Congress In Budapest
- 6 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A left wing commentator welcomes the Prime Minister’s attempts to prevent anti-Semitic demonstrations, although he would prefer clear-cut legislation to ban racist rallies in general. A right-wing columnist believes the Left needs the danger of racism in order to present itself as the only bulwark against barbarism.
Council Of Europe Turns Up The Heat On Hungary
- 2 May 2013 10:35 AM
- current affairs
Hungary is set to become the first EU country to be monitored by the Council of Europe, following recent changes to the country’s constitution. The monitoring committee of the Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly announced last week (25 April) that it was recommending a formal procedure to monitor Hungary’s respecting of its obligations to the Council of Europe.
What You Might Not Know About Corinthia Hotel Budapest
- 30 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- travel
When stepping into the luxurious building, one can immediately understand why this property is often referred to as the hotel gem of the Hungarian capital. Located in the heart of the city, Corinthia Hotel Budapest is now celebrating its 10th anniversary since its re-opening in 2003. Very few other five star hotels in the world can be as proud of such a rich and glorious past, and its current ...
Xpat Opinion: Property Ownership In Hungary
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- property
Property in Hungary is predominantly free hold and any individual (natural person) or company (legal entity) may be registered as owner, regardless of citizenship. A non-resident buyer, whether from the EU or outside, must go through a formal process of obtaining a permit from the local authorities, which is part of the purchase process overseen by a lawyer.
Gaming Firm Bwin Leaving Hungary
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Online poker company Bwin is leaving Hungary and 17 other countries, gamer website Ittapiros has learnt. Bwin can easily manage without the Hungarian market, and the state gaming company Szerencsejáték is about to launch its own online services, coincident with stronger pressure from authorities on illegal gambling, the website argues.