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Tens Of Thousands Protest Higher Education Act Amendments In Budapest
- 10 Apr 2017 1:00 AM
- current affairs
Demonstrators protested in central Budapest on Sunday recent amendments to the higher education act they say makes the operation of the Central European University (CEU) impossible. The demonstrators demanded that President János Áder sends the legislation to parliament or the Constitutional Court for review. The crowd filled the western embankment of the river Danube between the Chain Bridge and ...
CEU Issue Used To Attack Hungary On Migrant Quotas
- 7 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
Preparations are under way to force European Union migrant quotas on Hungary, government office chief János Lázár said. Once the law on the transparency of NGOs is enacted, more questions will be raised and threats made. “Essentially it’s all about the quotas,” and the issue of CEU is being channelled into this dispute, Lázár insisted.
Hungarian Ruling Parties Reject ‘Attack From Brussels’
- 6 Apr 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
MEPs of Hungary’s ruling Fidesz and Christian Democratic parties have rejected critical remarks by MEPs from various groups made at a press conference in Strasbourg on Wednesday, labeling those remarks as “another political attack on Hungary”.
Buddha-Beats, Buddha-Bar Budapest, 8 April
- 5 Apr 2017 9:00 AM
- specials
The successful series of Buddha-Beats has come to its next stop. In case you are seeking an exclusive and chic venue to spend your Saturday night, you are at the right place. We are looking forward to welcoming you with our delicious signature Buddha-Bar cocktail creations and the best party atmosphere.
Hungary May Face EU Quota Ultimatum, Says Report
- 5 Apr 2017 8:22 AM
- current affairs
Hungary and Poland may face an ultimatum this year from Germany, France and up to 21 other countries, making the two V4 countries either accept the European Union’s refugee relocation quota or leave the bloc, according to a report in U.K. newspaper The Times, citing an unnamed diplomatic source.
Leftist Parties Slam Government For ‘Lex CEU’
- 4 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
Parties of the leftist opposition on Monday voiced sharp criticism of a bill before parliament designed to change rules on colleges and universities funded from abroad, and seen by its opponents as legislation directed against the Central European University (CEU).
Fidesz Approves Fast-Track Vote For Lex CEU
- 4 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
The National Assembly voted Monday to fast-track a vote on the government’s controversial bill on higher education, also known as Lex CEU. In a 115-49 vote, the assembly approved a request for an emergency parliamentary procedure, and will vote on the bill before noon on Tuesday. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán (pictured above) voted in favor of the expedited procedure.
Local Opinion: US State Department Disagrees With CEU Bill
- 3 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
A statement by the spokesman of the State Department has added further vigour to the debate over the future of Budapest’s Central European University. One side forthrightly condemns the planned new legislation, while the other dismisses the unfolding protest as mere hysteria.
Budapest Spring Festival Opening Promenad, 1 April
- 31 Mar 2017 1:10 AM
- community & culture
Hundreds of professional and amateur dancers, singers and musicians will start out from central locations in the city – Fővám tér, Városháza park, Vörösmarty tér and Szent István tér –, to make a big noise and announce the arrival of spring.
Tens Of Thousands Protest Higher Education Act Amendments In Budapest
- 10 Apr 2017 1:00 AM
- current affairs
Demonstrators protested in central Budapest on Sunday recent amendments to the higher education act they say makes the operation of the Central European University (CEU) impossible. The demonstrators demanded that President János Áder sends the legislation to parliament or the Constitutional Court for review. The crowd filled the western embankment of the river Danube between the Chain Bridge and ...
CEU Issue Used To Attack Hungary On Migrant Quotas
- 7 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
Preparations are under way to force European Union migrant quotas on Hungary, government office chief János Lázár said. Once the law on the transparency of NGOs is enacted, more questions will be raised and threats made. “Essentially it’s all about the quotas,” and the issue of CEU is being channelled into this dispute, Lázár insisted.
Hungarian Ruling Parties Reject ‘Attack From Brussels’
- 6 Apr 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
MEPs of Hungary’s ruling Fidesz and Christian Democratic parties have rejected critical remarks by MEPs from various groups made at a press conference in Strasbourg on Wednesday, labeling those remarks as “another political attack on Hungary”.
Buddha-Beats, Buddha-Bar Budapest, 8 April
- 5 Apr 2017 9:00 AM
- specials
The successful series of Buddha-Beats has come to its next stop. In case you are seeking an exclusive and chic venue to spend your Saturday night, you are at the right place. We are looking forward to welcoming you with our delicious signature Buddha-Bar cocktail creations and the best party atmosphere.
Hungary May Face EU Quota Ultimatum, Says Report
- 5 Apr 2017 8:22 AM
- current affairs
Hungary and Poland may face an ultimatum this year from Germany, France and up to 21 other countries, making the two V4 countries either accept the European Union’s refugee relocation quota or leave the bloc, according to a report in U.K. newspaper The Times, citing an unnamed diplomatic source.
Leftist Parties Slam Government For ‘Lex CEU’
- 4 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
Parties of the leftist opposition on Monday voiced sharp criticism of a bill before parliament designed to change rules on colleges and universities funded from abroad, and seen by its opponents as legislation directed against the Central European University (CEU).
Fidesz Approves Fast-Track Vote For Lex CEU
- 4 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
The National Assembly voted Monday to fast-track a vote on the government’s controversial bill on higher education, also known as Lex CEU. In a 115-49 vote, the assembly approved a request for an emergency parliamentary procedure, and will vote on the bill before noon on Tuesday. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán (pictured above) voted in favor of the expedited procedure.
Local Opinion: US State Department Disagrees With CEU Bill
- 3 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
A statement by the spokesman of the State Department has added further vigour to the debate over the future of Budapest’s Central European University. One side forthrightly condemns the planned new legislation, while the other dismisses the unfolding protest as mere hysteria.
Budapest Spring Festival Opening Promenad, 1 April
- 31 Mar 2017 1:10 AM
- community & culture
Hundreds of professional and amateur dancers, singers and musicians will start out from central locations in the city – Fővám tér, Városháza park, Vörösmarty tér and Szent István tér –, to make a big noise and announce the arrival of spring.