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International Day Of Happiness Celebrated In Hungary
- 20 Mar 2014 11:00 AM
- community & culture
In 2012, the United Nations (UN) declared March 20 to be observed as the International Day of Happiness. The day recognizes that happiness is a fundamental human goal, and calls upon countries to approach public policies in ways that improve the well being of all peoples. In Budapest the British Embassy staff came together for a cheerful photo, forming a human smiley wishing everyone a very happy ...
Own A Camera? Beware Hungary’s New Civil Code
- 20 Mar 2014 9:40 AM
- community & culture
Extensive changes to Hungary’s civil law code came into law on 15 March 2014. Among the many new rules is one making it illegal to capture photographs and video and audio recordings without the permission of the subject. The rule even affects media prepared outside the purposes of published media – anyone with any kind of audio, photograph, or video capturing device should beware Hungary’s new ...
Eszter Váczi & Quartet, Corvin Community Centre Budapest, 21 March, 7:30 pm
- 20 Mar 2014 8:01 AM
- entertainment
The cultural institutions of the districts and neighbourhoods of Budapest, such as Pesthidegkút, Országút, Óbuda, Újpest, Terézváros, Erzsébetváros, Józsefváros, Kőbánya, Zugló or Mátyásföld, are important parts of the city’s art scene, and are open not only to locals, but to everyone in the capital.
Escape From Budapest To 4 Rivers Floating Lodge Cambodia
- 18 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- travel
Away from the tourist trail in Northern Cambodia there is an unspoilt place in the virgin forest, where rare orchids and fragrant frangipani grow, where birds of paradise fly and breath-taking colours await, along with secretive jungle creatures and a perfumed air of peace, combining to create a unique retreat from the modern world.
Xpat Opinion: Zuschlag Accuses Hungary’s Socialists And Gyurcsány
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators agree that the revelations of a former Socialist MP ,who served six years in prison for corruption, are extremely painful for the Left. Left-wing authors add however, that they believe the claims have been fabricated for propaganda purposes.
Hungary’s Leftist Unity Charges Administration Authority Chief With Graft
- 5 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The leftist Unity alliance said it would file a criminal complaint against Iván Vetési, the head of public administration and electronic services authority KEKKH, on suspicion of mismanagement of public funds, Viktor Szigetvári, - pictured - co-chair of Unity’s E-PM party, told a press conference.
21st Century Museums Promised In Budapest's City Park
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
New museums planned to be built as part of the Liget Budapest project in the City Park are expected to contribute 21st-century features to the city’s architecture, but will also treat the city’s historical heritage with respect, Minister for Human Resources Zoltán Balog says. Six museums will be set up in five buildings, including the New National Gallery and Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art, ...
Xpat Opinion: Beyond-Border Hungarians And The Ukraine Conflict
- 25 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Correspondents on the sport tend to get carried away by the revolt in the Ukraine, but analysts in Hungary are worried about potential negative conseuqences as to the plight of the Hungarian ethnic minority there.
Leopold Auer Violin Competition, Festival To Be Launched In Hungary
- 19 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
An international violin festival, academy and competition dedicated to the memory of Leopold Auer, who taught Jascha Heifetz among other violin legends, will be founded in Veszprém, western Hungary.
International Day Of Happiness Celebrated In Hungary
- 20 Mar 2014 11:00 AM
- community & culture
In 2012, the United Nations (UN) declared March 20 to be observed as the International Day of Happiness. The day recognizes that happiness is a fundamental human goal, and calls upon countries to approach public policies in ways that improve the well being of all peoples. In Budapest the British Embassy staff came together for a cheerful photo, forming a human smiley wishing everyone a very happy ...
Own A Camera? Beware Hungary’s New Civil Code
- 20 Mar 2014 9:40 AM
- community & culture
Extensive changes to Hungary’s civil law code came into law on 15 March 2014. Among the many new rules is one making it illegal to capture photographs and video and audio recordings without the permission of the subject. The rule even affects media prepared outside the purposes of published media – anyone with any kind of audio, photograph, or video capturing device should beware Hungary’s new ...
Eszter Váczi & Quartet, Corvin Community Centre Budapest, 21 March, 7:30 pm
- 20 Mar 2014 8:01 AM
- entertainment
The cultural institutions of the districts and neighbourhoods of Budapest, such as Pesthidegkút, Országút, Óbuda, Újpest, Terézváros, Erzsébetváros, Józsefváros, Kőbánya, Zugló or Mátyásföld, are important parts of the city’s art scene, and are open not only to locals, but to everyone in the capital.
Escape From Budapest To 4 Rivers Floating Lodge Cambodia
- 18 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- travel
Away from the tourist trail in Northern Cambodia there is an unspoilt place in the virgin forest, where rare orchids and fragrant frangipani grow, where birds of paradise fly and breath-taking colours await, along with secretive jungle creatures and a perfumed air of peace, combining to create a unique retreat from the modern world.
Xpat Opinion: Zuschlag Accuses Hungary’s Socialists And Gyurcsány
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators agree that the revelations of a former Socialist MP ,who served six years in prison for corruption, are extremely painful for the Left. Left-wing authors add however, that they believe the claims have been fabricated for propaganda purposes.
Hungary’s Leftist Unity Charges Administration Authority Chief With Graft
- 5 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The leftist Unity alliance said it would file a criminal complaint against Iván Vetési, the head of public administration and electronic services authority KEKKH, on suspicion of mismanagement of public funds, Viktor Szigetvári, - pictured - co-chair of Unity’s E-PM party, told a press conference.
21st Century Museums Promised In Budapest's City Park
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
New museums planned to be built as part of the Liget Budapest project in the City Park are expected to contribute 21st-century features to the city’s architecture, but will also treat the city’s historical heritage with respect, Minister for Human Resources Zoltán Balog says. Six museums will be set up in five buildings, including the New National Gallery and Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art, ...
Xpat Opinion: Beyond-Border Hungarians And The Ukraine Conflict
- 25 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Correspondents on the sport tend to get carried away by the revolt in the Ukraine, but analysts in Hungary are worried about potential negative conseuqences as to the plight of the Hungarian ethnic minority there.
Leopold Auer Violin Competition, Festival To Be Launched In Hungary
- 19 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
An international violin festival, academy and competition dedicated to the memory of Leopold Auer, who taught Jascha Heifetz among other violin legends, will be founded in Veszprém, western Hungary.