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Judy & Dennis Shepard Visit Hungary
- 20 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- community & culture
On September 14-16, the U.S. Embassy in Budapest hosted Judy and Dennis Shepard, founders of the Matthew Shepard Foundation. The Shepards dedicate their work to the memory of their son Matthew who was killed in an anti-gay hate crime in 1998 and seek to promote understanding and acceptance through education, outreach and advocacy programs.
Seven Detained For Attacking Policeman In Hungary
- 7 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Seven men have been detained in connection with an assault on a policeman in Tura, Pest county, National Police spokesman László Garamvölgyi announced Thursday afternoon. The off-duty police ensign, Attila Alexander Darnyik, 33, was assaulted and beaten Wednesday night, after catching two suspects during a theft in progress. Relatives of the suspects then attacked the policeman.
Xpat Opinion: Axe Murderer Released In Azerbaijan After Being Transferred From Hungary
- 3 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Most commentators deplore the decision of the Hungarian government to transfer Ramil Shahib Safarov to Azerbaijan to serve his life sentence for the killing of an Armenian man in Budapest in 2004. Analysts believe Hungary should have suspected that despite Azeri assurances to the contrary, the man would be released upon his arrival in Baku.
Video Report: National Holiday Celebrated Across Hungary
- 23 Aug 2012 12:50 PM
- community & culture
On 20 August, celebrations across Hungary have marked the national holiday in honour of the first Christian king of Hungary and the foundation of the Hungarian state. In the morning, the national flag was hoisted in front of Parliament in Budapest, in a ceremony attended by President Janos Áder, Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén and other government members, as well as diplomats, representatives ...
Hungary's National Chief Of Police Called For An Investigation Regarding Police Action In Cegléd
- 23 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
József Hatala National Chief of Police has called for an investigation regarding measures taken by the police during recent tension between Roma and other locals of Cegléd, 70 km East of Budapest. László Garamvölgyi, Director of Communication at the National Police Headquarters stated, that the aim of the investigation will be to uncover whether police officers have failed to take the necessary ...
Roma-Gárda Conflict In Cegléd, Hungary
- 21 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Some 400 people organised by far-right groups gathered in Cegléd, central Hungary on Sunday night after a conflict developed between local Roma and the Új Magyar Gárda. Some 70-80 police officers cordoned off houses inhabited by Roma.
Hungarian And Foreigner Policemen At The 20th Sziget Festival In Budapest
- 13 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Antal Horváth, lieutenant colonel and head of Budapest District III Police Departement, Ms. Theresa Bubbear, executive of British Embassy in Hungary and Károly Gerendai, managing director of Sziget held a press conference about the achievements of the police station at the 20th Sziget festival.
Hungarian National Bureau Of Investigation Director Removed From His Post
- 13 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The Interior Ministry has removed National Bureau of Investigation (NNI) director Zoltan Csizner from his post, effective immediately and without explanation, at the recommendation of National Police chief Jozsef Hatala. Interior Minister Sandor Pinter appointed Gabor Bucsek as the new NNI director, effective August 9.
Cycle Cops Now In Budapest, Boo-bies Coming Soon
- 5 Jul 2012 10:35 AM
- getting around
A team of 40 police officers started a bicycle patrol operation in the capital as of yesterday. Allegedly police have been told people on bikes do sometimes have a 'strong drink' or two, but unless they look unstable peddlers shouldn’t be fined - however caution is strongly advised in that regard. This comes along with the news that Budapest plans to offer a public bike-sharing system named bubi ...
Judy & Dennis Shepard Visit Hungary
- 20 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- community & culture
On September 14-16, the U.S. Embassy in Budapest hosted Judy and Dennis Shepard, founders of the Matthew Shepard Foundation. The Shepards dedicate their work to the memory of their son Matthew who was killed in an anti-gay hate crime in 1998 and seek to promote understanding and acceptance through education, outreach and advocacy programs.
Seven Detained For Attacking Policeman In Hungary
- 7 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Seven men have been detained in connection with an assault on a policeman in Tura, Pest county, National Police spokesman László Garamvölgyi announced Thursday afternoon. The off-duty police ensign, Attila Alexander Darnyik, 33, was assaulted and beaten Wednesday night, after catching two suspects during a theft in progress. Relatives of the suspects then attacked the policeman.
Xpat Opinion: Axe Murderer Released In Azerbaijan After Being Transferred From Hungary
- 3 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Most commentators deplore the decision of the Hungarian government to transfer Ramil Shahib Safarov to Azerbaijan to serve his life sentence for the killing of an Armenian man in Budapest in 2004. Analysts believe Hungary should have suspected that despite Azeri assurances to the contrary, the man would be released upon his arrival in Baku.
Video Report: National Holiday Celebrated Across Hungary
- 23 Aug 2012 12:50 PM
- community & culture
On 20 August, celebrations across Hungary have marked the national holiday in honour of the first Christian king of Hungary and the foundation of the Hungarian state. In the morning, the national flag was hoisted in front of Parliament in Budapest, in a ceremony attended by President Janos Áder, Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén and other government members, as well as diplomats, representatives ...
Hungary's National Chief Of Police Called For An Investigation Regarding Police Action In Cegléd
- 23 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
József Hatala National Chief of Police has called for an investigation regarding measures taken by the police during recent tension between Roma and other locals of Cegléd, 70 km East of Budapest. László Garamvölgyi, Director of Communication at the National Police Headquarters stated, that the aim of the investigation will be to uncover whether police officers have failed to take the necessary ...
Roma-Gárda Conflict In Cegléd, Hungary
- 21 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Some 400 people organised by far-right groups gathered in Cegléd, central Hungary on Sunday night after a conflict developed between local Roma and the Új Magyar Gárda. Some 70-80 police officers cordoned off houses inhabited by Roma.
Hungarian And Foreigner Policemen At The 20th Sziget Festival In Budapest
- 13 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Antal Horváth, lieutenant colonel and head of Budapest District III Police Departement, Ms. Theresa Bubbear, executive of British Embassy in Hungary and Károly Gerendai, managing director of Sziget held a press conference about the achievements of the police station at the 20th Sziget festival.
Hungarian National Bureau Of Investigation Director Removed From His Post
- 13 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The Interior Ministry has removed National Bureau of Investigation (NNI) director Zoltan Csizner from his post, effective immediately and without explanation, at the recommendation of National Police chief Jozsef Hatala. Interior Minister Sandor Pinter appointed Gabor Bucsek as the new NNI director, effective August 9.
Cycle Cops Now In Budapest, Boo-bies Coming Soon
- 5 Jul 2012 10:35 AM
- getting around
A team of 40 police officers started a bicycle patrol operation in the capital as of yesterday. Allegedly police have been told people on bikes do sometimes have a 'strong drink' or two, but unless they look unstable peddlers shouldn’t be fined - however caution is strongly advised in that regard. This comes along with the news that Budapest plans to offer a public bike-sharing system named bubi ...