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Vladimir Potapov Exhibition, Art Factory, 7 – 27 July
- 29 Jun 2016 9:02 AM
- entertainment
It is with great pleasure that Budapest Art Factory (BAF) announces the solo exhibition of Vladimir Potapov (RU) who participated in the international artist residency program in June, 2016. Potapov’s newly created body of work is an outcome of research into Hungary’s cultural history, putting forth a range of well-known figures from the Hungarian pop music industry of the past. The opening ...
Xpat Opinion: Viktor Orbán’s Interpretation Of The Brexit Referendum
- 25 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In the wake of the stunning Brexit referendum outcome, pro-government papers wisely waited for word from the boss before they dared express any opinion on the subject. They didn’t have to wait long. At 8:00 a.m. Viktor Orbán began his regular fortnightly Friday morning interview on the state radio station.
Restaurant Review: MoszkvaTéR Streetfood In Budapest
- 23 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Twix chocolate bars used to be called Raider and Széll Kálmán tér used to be Moszkva tér. Five years have passed already since the square was renamed but its former name still comes upin conversation surprisingly often. This is why there is now a “new” Moszkva Square in Pest that calls out to the nostalgic side of Budapesters.
President Áder Appeals To Leaders Of 10 Biggest Co2 Emitters
- 23 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungarian President János Áder has appealed in a letter to leaders of the ten biggest CO2 emitting countries to set an example and coordinate to reduce emissions to a greater extent and at a quicker pace than earlier pledged. Áder addressed his letter to the leaders of the United States, China, Australia, Brazil, India, Japan, Indonesia, Canada, Germany and Russia, the president’s office said.
Paks Project Financier Faces Problems
- 17 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Vnesheconombank the Russian lender chosen to finance the expansion of the Paks nuclear power plant, is facing serious financial difficulties, Bloomberg news agency reports. The bank needs a $20 billion bailout package, according to the report.
Vona: Orban Must Resign If He Loses Migrant Quota Referendum
- 17 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Radical nationalist Jobbik leader Gabor Vona said on Wednesday that Prime Minister Viktor Orban should resign if he loses the referendum on the European Union’s migrant quota scheme. Vona told a press conference assessing parliament’s spring session that Orban would ultimately have to take responsibility for the result of the referendum.
Govt Organising Summer Camps In Hungary For Children From Ukraine
- 15 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The government will spend 40 million forints (EUR 127,000) on hosting some 700 children from Ukraine in summer camps at Lake Velence in central Hungary, a human resources ministry state secretary said on Tuesday. Miklós Soltész said last year’s similar programmes were very successful and the camps had been both physically and spiritually uplifting experiences for the children.
Judit Reigl’s Painting Sets New Hungarian Record
- 15 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Judit Reigl’s painting sold for a record price of EUR 411,000 at the Sothesby’s auction in Paris. This is the highest price for which a living Hungarian or Hungarian-born artist’s work has even been sold, nol.hu reports. The 1955 painting is part of her Outburst series. These paintings are her most sought after works because many consider them artistic premonitions for the Hungarian Revolution of ...
EIB Group Opens Budapest Office
- 14 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- business
The Investment Bank (EIB) officially opened its Budapest office at a ceremony held at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Few countries would make better partners for the EIB than Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in his address. At the event, Hungary signed a 30 billion forint (EUR 96m) refinancing agreement with the EIB for the construction of gymnasiums, swimming pools, sports courts ...
Vladimir Potapov Exhibition, Art Factory, 7 – 27 July
- 29 Jun 2016 9:02 AM
- entertainment
It is with great pleasure that Budapest Art Factory (BAF) announces the solo exhibition of Vladimir Potapov (RU) who participated in the international artist residency program in June, 2016. Potapov’s newly created body of work is an outcome of research into Hungary’s cultural history, putting forth a range of well-known figures from the Hungarian pop music industry of the past. The opening ...
Xpat Opinion: Viktor Orbán’s Interpretation Of The Brexit Referendum
- 25 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In the wake of the stunning Brexit referendum outcome, pro-government papers wisely waited for word from the boss before they dared express any opinion on the subject. They didn’t have to wait long. At 8:00 a.m. Viktor Orbán began his regular fortnightly Friday morning interview on the state radio station.
Restaurant Review: MoszkvaTéR Streetfood In Budapest
- 23 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Twix chocolate bars used to be called Raider and Széll Kálmán tér used to be Moszkva tér. Five years have passed already since the square was renamed but its former name still comes upin conversation surprisingly often. This is why there is now a “new” Moszkva Square in Pest that calls out to the nostalgic side of Budapesters.
President Áder Appeals To Leaders Of 10 Biggest Co2 Emitters
- 23 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungarian President János Áder has appealed in a letter to leaders of the ten biggest CO2 emitting countries to set an example and coordinate to reduce emissions to a greater extent and at a quicker pace than earlier pledged. Áder addressed his letter to the leaders of the United States, China, Australia, Brazil, India, Japan, Indonesia, Canada, Germany and Russia, the president’s office said.
Paks Project Financier Faces Problems
- 17 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Vnesheconombank the Russian lender chosen to finance the expansion of the Paks nuclear power plant, is facing serious financial difficulties, Bloomberg news agency reports. The bank needs a $20 billion bailout package, according to the report.
Vona: Orban Must Resign If He Loses Migrant Quota Referendum
- 17 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Radical nationalist Jobbik leader Gabor Vona said on Wednesday that Prime Minister Viktor Orban should resign if he loses the referendum on the European Union’s migrant quota scheme. Vona told a press conference assessing parliament’s spring session that Orban would ultimately have to take responsibility for the result of the referendum.
Govt Organising Summer Camps In Hungary For Children From Ukraine
- 15 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The government will spend 40 million forints (EUR 127,000) on hosting some 700 children from Ukraine in summer camps at Lake Velence in central Hungary, a human resources ministry state secretary said on Tuesday. Miklós Soltész said last year’s similar programmes were very successful and the camps had been both physically and spiritually uplifting experiences for the children.
Judit Reigl’s Painting Sets New Hungarian Record
- 15 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Judit Reigl’s painting sold for a record price of EUR 411,000 at the Sothesby’s auction in Paris. This is the highest price for which a living Hungarian or Hungarian-born artist’s work has even been sold, nol.hu reports. The 1955 painting is part of her Outburst series. These paintings are her most sought after works because many consider them artistic premonitions for the Hungarian Revolution of ...
EIB Group Opens Budapest Office
- 14 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- business
The Investment Bank (EIB) officially opened its Budapest office at a ceremony held at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Few countries would make better partners for the EIB than Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in his address. At the event, Hungary signed a 30 billion forint (EUR 96m) refinancing agreement with the EIB for the construction of gymnasiums, swimming pools, sports courts ...