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Xpat Opinion: March 15th: A National Celebration In Hungary
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
March 15th, 1848, was the day when Hungary’s poet, Sándor Petöfi, stood on the steps of the National Museum and recited the poem which was to mobilise Hungarians into an (unsuccessful) attempt to overthrow the yoke of Austrian oppression, and win the nation independence and freedom. The anniversary of this event was marked under communism, just as it is remembered today – albeit that present-day ...
Frank Turner And The Sleeping Souls (UK) Concert, A38 Ship Budapest, 6 March
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The recurring theme throughout Tape Deck Heart, Frank Turner’s fifth album, is change. Those who have followed Turner’s career since he went solo in 2005 won’t be surprised. After 1,400 incendiary live shows and four acclaimed albums, last year saw the musician previously known as a punk poet become (whisper it) a sort of pop star. From a fake Glastonbury Tor, Turner performed at the Olympics ...
Xpat Opinion: Dating In Hungary
- 13 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Valentine's Day is quickly looming and once again hoards of hopeless romantics are left with the dilemma of how to best woo their loved ones. So for all you Hungarian heartthrobs out there, here are but a few of the country's most romantic and indulgent hotspots. Forget about a dozen roses, these are sure fire ways to win the heart of your Valentine!
Hungary Hosts Poetry And Prose Recital Festival
- 4 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary will host a poetry and prose recital festival this spring to commemorate the European Year of the Family and the 100 years since the outbreak of World War I, Minister of State for Culture János Halász said at a press conference .
Hungarian Name-Days Most Popular On Hungarian Wikipedia
- 7 Jan 2014 8:02 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian name-days arranged in alphabetical order attracted the most clicks on the Hungarian Wikipedia last year. Internet users visited this entry altogether 526,192 times.
Now On: Chagall – Between War & Peace, Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest
- 27 Dec 2013 8:02 AM
- community & culture
This parallel exhibition surveys the works of two prominent artists, whose paths – whether running side by side or in opposite directions – reveal typically 20th-century life stories.
Xpat Opinion: Senator Ben Cardin: Human Rights In Hungary
- 15 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The following remarks by Ben Cardin, senator from Maryland, were delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate on Friday, December 13, 2013. Senator Cardin is deeply interested in foreign affairs and sits on the Committee on Foreign Relations. He is also the co-chairman of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, otherwise known as the Helsinki Commission. Senator Cardin addressed the ...
The Half A Millionth Ethnic Hungarian Residing Abroad Took Their Citizenship Oath
- 6 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The 500 thousandth ethnic Hungarians to reside abroad and have applied for Hungarian citizenship under the simplified naturalisation procedure took their citizenship oath today in the Parliament building in Budapest. Csaba Böjte and his mother, Julianna Böjte, took their oath in the presence of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Speaker of Parliament László Kövér and Deputy Prime Minister responsible ...
Hungarian State Folk Ensemble Is Touring The US, Has Ambitious Plans
- 3 Dec 2013 12:00 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble is touring the United States; there will be a concert to help elderly musicians who are stewards of traditions; a new full-size program featuring dances from Sub-Carpathia will be compiled; and decision has been made to expand the Museum of Applied Folk Art. We have interviewed László Kelemen, director-general of the Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest.
Xpat Opinion: March 15th: A National Celebration In Hungary
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
March 15th, 1848, was the day when Hungary’s poet, Sándor Petöfi, stood on the steps of the National Museum and recited the poem which was to mobilise Hungarians into an (unsuccessful) attempt to overthrow the yoke of Austrian oppression, and win the nation independence and freedom. The anniversary of this event was marked under communism, just as it is remembered today – albeit that present-day ...
Frank Turner And The Sleeping Souls (UK) Concert, A38 Ship Budapest, 6 March
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The recurring theme throughout Tape Deck Heart, Frank Turner’s fifth album, is change. Those who have followed Turner’s career since he went solo in 2005 won’t be surprised. After 1,400 incendiary live shows and four acclaimed albums, last year saw the musician previously known as a punk poet become (whisper it) a sort of pop star. From a fake Glastonbury Tor, Turner performed at the Olympics ...
Xpat Opinion: Dating In Hungary
- 13 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Valentine's Day is quickly looming and once again hoards of hopeless romantics are left with the dilemma of how to best woo their loved ones. So for all you Hungarian heartthrobs out there, here are but a few of the country's most romantic and indulgent hotspots. Forget about a dozen roses, these are sure fire ways to win the heart of your Valentine!
Hungary Hosts Poetry And Prose Recital Festival
- 4 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary will host a poetry and prose recital festival this spring to commemorate the European Year of the Family and the 100 years since the outbreak of World War I, Minister of State for Culture János Halász said at a press conference .
Hungarian Name-Days Most Popular On Hungarian Wikipedia
- 7 Jan 2014 8:02 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian name-days arranged in alphabetical order attracted the most clicks on the Hungarian Wikipedia last year. Internet users visited this entry altogether 526,192 times.
Now On: Chagall – Between War & Peace, Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest
- 27 Dec 2013 8:02 AM
- community & culture
This parallel exhibition surveys the works of two prominent artists, whose paths – whether running side by side or in opposite directions – reveal typically 20th-century life stories.
Xpat Opinion: Senator Ben Cardin: Human Rights In Hungary
- 15 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The following remarks by Ben Cardin, senator from Maryland, were delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate on Friday, December 13, 2013. Senator Cardin is deeply interested in foreign affairs and sits on the Committee on Foreign Relations. He is also the co-chairman of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, otherwise known as the Helsinki Commission. Senator Cardin addressed the ...
The Half A Millionth Ethnic Hungarian Residing Abroad Took Their Citizenship Oath
- 6 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The 500 thousandth ethnic Hungarians to reside abroad and have applied for Hungarian citizenship under the simplified naturalisation procedure took their citizenship oath today in the Parliament building in Budapest. Csaba Böjte and his mother, Julianna Böjte, took their oath in the presence of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Speaker of Parliament László Kövér and Deputy Prime Minister responsible ...
Hungarian State Folk Ensemble Is Touring The US, Has Ambitious Plans
- 3 Dec 2013 12:00 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble is touring the United States; there will be a concert to help elderly musicians who are stewards of traditions; a new full-size program featuring dances from Sub-Carpathia will be compiled; and decision has been made to expand the Museum of Applied Folk Art. We have interviewed László Kelemen, director-general of the Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest.