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Xpat Opinion: Former Hungarian PM's Officials Convicted Of Espionage
- 14 Jul 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
According to one of the definitions, a “show trial” is “a public trial of a political offender conducted chiefly for propagandistic purposes.” In Hungarian there is a similar word for a show trial, “kirakatper” (kirakat = shop window), but more often than not it is called “koncepciós per,” which in my opinion better describes the nature of such trials. The accusers strive during the investigation ...
British Embassy In Budapest Announces Compressed Summer Hours
- 20 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
The British Embassy in Budapest will work compressed summer hours between Monday, 1 July 2013 and Friday, 30 August 2013. The opening hours during this period will be Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4:30pm, Friday, 8am to 1pm.
Hungarian Solidarity Overcoming Flood Of The Century
- 14 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
By Ferenc Kumin: Since my update last week, the Danube in northern Hungary and Budapest is receding and the high waters of the greatest flood ever recorded in Hungary are moving towards the southern borders of the country. Thanks to the hard work of more than 10 thousand emergency response unit members, policemen, firemen and army personnel, and most importantly, another 10 thousand volunteers, ...
Emergency Message For U.S. Citizens: Rising Levels Of The Danube River
- 9 Jun 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
U.S. Embassy Budapest informs U.S. citizens that the Hungarian Government has declared a State of Emergency due to anticipated flooding of the Danube River. The Danube is expected to reach near-record levels and could create disruptions in low-lying areas of Budapest-- especially areas in District III. On June 4 Margaret Island closed until further notice; water traffic is also suspended. Expect ...
Advice For Foreign Citizens In Hungary During Flood Emergency Situation
- 8 Jun 2013 6:00 AM
- current affairs
You should know, that the Hungarian Government declared emergency situation in three counties (Győr-Moson-Sopron, Komárom-Esztergom and Pest County) and in Budapest as of 12.00 hours on 4 June 2013 due to flood risk. Inform yourself before going to these areas about traffic and other restrictions. Do not forget to inform the consular services of your Embassy about your presence in these areas.
Restaurant Review: Rivalda In Budapest
- 21 May 2013 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Earlier this week I visited one of the restaurants in Budapest with what should be the best location in town. Rivalda is located next to the Castle of Buda and to the office of the Hungarian president.
Invitation: Britannica International School Budapest Spring Fayre, 27 April
- 25 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
Britannica International School is organising its annual Spring Fayre this Saturday, 27 April - between 09:30 and 13:30. All the favourites will be around to entertain everyone: have a go at beating the goalie, or maybe go home with a great raffle prize, get facepainted, or practice your juggling skills, enjoy a hotdog off the BBQ, or try some of the nice cakes the parents prepare!
Now On: Helmut Newton Exhibition, Museum Of Fine Arts In Budapest
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Continuing the highly successful tradition of the past years, in the spring of 2013 the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest is again staging a photographic exhibition. The show will feature around 250 shots by one of the greatest figures of fashion and advertising photography, Helmut Newton, reflecting his most significant creative periods. The material will be assembled with the cooperation of the ...
British Embassy In Budapest Closed On Thursday 18 April 2013
- 18 Apr 2013 9:01 AM
- current affairs
We are not able to take telephone calls or receive visitors on this day. The embassy will reopen for normal business on Friday 19 April 2013, when we will be available to handle telephone enquiries.
Xpat Opinion: Former Hungarian PM's Officials Convicted Of Espionage
- 14 Jul 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
According to one of the definitions, a “show trial” is “a public trial of a political offender conducted chiefly for propagandistic purposes.” In Hungarian there is a similar word for a show trial, “kirakatper” (kirakat = shop window), but more often than not it is called “koncepciós per,” which in my opinion better describes the nature of such trials. The accusers strive during the investigation ...
British Embassy In Budapest Announces Compressed Summer Hours
- 20 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
The British Embassy in Budapest will work compressed summer hours between Monday, 1 July 2013 and Friday, 30 August 2013. The opening hours during this period will be Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4:30pm, Friday, 8am to 1pm.
Hungarian Solidarity Overcoming Flood Of The Century
- 14 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
By Ferenc Kumin: Since my update last week, the Danube in northern Hungary and Budapest is receding and the high waters of the greatest flood ever recorded in Hungary are moving towards the southern borders of the country. Thanks to the hard work of more than 10 thousand emergency response unit members, policemen, firemen and army personnel, and most importantly, another 10 thousand volunteers, ...
Emergency Message For U.S. Citizens: Rising Levels Of The Danube River
- 9 Jun 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
U.S. Embassy Budapest informs U.S. citizens that the Hungarian Government has declared a State of Emergency due to anticipated flooding of the Danube River. The Danube is expected to reach near-record levels and could create disruptions in low-lying areas of Budapest-- especially areas in District III. On June 4 Margaret Island closed until further notice; water traffic is also suspended. Expect ...
Advice For Foreign Citizens In Hungary During Flood Emergency Situation
- 8 Jun 2013 6:00 AM
- current affairs
You should know, that the Hungarian Government declared emergency situation in three counties (Győr-Moson-Sopron, Komárom-Esztergom and Pest County) and in Budapest as of 12.00 hours on 4 June 2013 due to flood risk. Inform yourself before going to these areas about traffic and other restrictions. Do not forget to inform the consular services of your Embassy about your presence in these areas.
Restaurant Review: Rivalda In Budapest
- 21 May 2013 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Earlier this week I visited one of the restaurants in Budapest with what should be the best location in town. Rivalda is located next to the Castle of Buda and to the office of the Hungarian president.
Invitation: Britannica International School Budapest Spring Fayre, 27 April
- 25 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
Britannica International School is organising its annual Spring Fayre this Saturday, 27 April - between 09:30 and 13:30. All the favourites will be around to entertain everyone: have a go at beating the goalie, or maybe go home with a great raffle prize, get facepainted, or practice your juggling skills, enjoy a hotdog off the BBQ, or try some of the nice cakes the parents prepare!
Now On: Helmut Newton Exhibition, Museum Of Fine Arts In Budapest
- 22 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Continuing the highly successful tradition of the past years, in the spring of 2013 the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest is again staging a photographic exhibition. The show will feature around 250 shots by one of the greatest figures of fashion and advertising photography, Helmut Newton, reflecting his most significant creative periods. The material will be assembled with the cooperation of the ...
British Embassy In Budapest Closed On Thursday 18 April 2013
- 18 Apr 2013 9:01 AM
- current affairs
We are not able to take telephone calls or receive visitors on this day. The embassy will reopen for normal business on Friday 19 April 2013, when we will be available to handle telephone enquiries.