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120th Anniversary Of New York Palace Budapest
- 12 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
The history of the New York Palace dates back to the 70s of the 19th century when a talented young man from Upper Hungary called Max Aufricht arrived to Budapest with a teacher’s diploma and a silver forint in his pocket. But his poverty was paired with immense ambition; he obtained a doctoral degree in law and learned French.
Xpat Opinion: What’s Going On Here? About The New Hungarian Electoral System
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The media monitors at a Hungarian-language news site called Galamus have stumbled across something truly extraordinary. On 27 February, Galamus published an article allegedly written by Kim Lane Scheppele about the new Hungarian electoral system. (It’s full of the usual slanted information, but more on the content another time.) More precisely, the Galamus article is supposedly the ...
Invitation: Győr Ballet: Zorba the Greek, Festival Theater Budapest, 27 February
- 27 Feb 2014 10:30 AM
- community & culture
“The story of Zorba had a very profound effect on me. A man who can rediscover the sunny side of life through dance even after the deepest distress, who finds his feet again after every setback – I think all of us would like to be like him.
The writer, the composer and the choreographer all endeavour to recount Zorba’s story faithfully to the audience, but their differing tools of expression ...
Literary & Gastronomic Event, Brody Studios Budapest, 26 February
- 24 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
Starting on Wednesday 26 February 2014, Rosie Apponyi will host a series of international literary dinners with writers including Masha Gessen (Russia), Timur Vermes (Germany) and Philippe Claudel (France); as well as homegrown authors such as Tibor Fischer.
Top 10 Things To Do In Budapest
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest is one of the most vibrant and culturally esteemed regions in the world, surrounded by a truly idyllic landscape. This makes it a sought after tourist destination for many. If you are planning a trip to Budapest, here are ten of its most popular attractions.
Xpat Opinion: Finding A Job In Hungary
- 20 Feb 2014 10:40 AM
- business
If you are an expat residing in, or considering relocating to Hungary, it can be daunting when starting to look for employment. Listed below are some helpful tips on how to search for jobs in Hungary, as well as some additional information on employee contracts to help you acclimatize to your new lifestyle.
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!
Budapest Synagogues Reject State Dunds
- 7 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Two Great Synagogue on Dohány utca and the Frankel Leó utca synagogue in Buda as well as the Jewish Tourism and Culture Centre have rejected state subsidies won in tenders for Holocaust Memorial Year events, in protest against the erection, without prior consultations, of the German occupation memorial.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Tips For Britons Moving To Hungary
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In 1989, following the fall of communism, Hungary became a democratic country. Ever since many Britons have moved there and, upon arrival, discovered a country seeped in rich cultural experiences and an idyllic rural landscape. If you are considering moving to Hungary, here are a few tips to help provide a fluid transition into your new life.
120th Anniversary Of New York Palace Budapest
- 12 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
The history of the New York Palace dates back to the 70s of the 19th century when a talented young man from Upper Hungary called Max Aufricht arrived to Budapest with a teacher’s diploma and a silver forint in his pocket. But his poverty was paired with immense ambition; he obtained a doctoral degree in law and learned French.
Xpat Opinion: What’s Going On Here? About The New Hungarian Electoral System
- 4 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The media monitors at a Hungarian-language news site called Galamus have stumbled across something truly extraordinary. On 27 February, Galamus published an article allegedly written by Kim Lane Scheppele about the new Hungarian electoral system. (It’s full of the usual slanted information, but more on the content another time.) More precisely, the Galamus article is supposedly the ...
Invitation: Győr Ballet: Zorba the Greek, Festival Theater Budapest, 27 February
- 27 Feb 2014 10:30 AM
- community & culture
“The story of Zorba had a very profound effect on me. A man who can rediscover the sunny side of life through dance even after the deepest distress, who finds his feet again after every setback – I think all of us would like to be like him.
The writer, the composer and the choreographer all endeavour to recount Zorba’s story faithfully to the audience, but their differing tools of expression ...
Literary & Gastronomic Event, Brody Studios Budapest, 26 February
- 24 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
Starting on Wednesday 26 February 2014, Rosie Apponyi will host a series of international literary dinners with writers including Masha Gessen (Russia), Timur Vermes (Germany) and Philippe Claudel (France); as well as homegrown authors such as Tibor Fischer.
Top 10 Things To Do In Budapest
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest is one of the most vibrant and culturally esteemed regions in the world, surrounded by a truly idyllic landscape. This makes it a sought after tourist destination for many. If you are planning a trip to Budapest, here are ten of its most popular attractions.
Xpat Opinion: Finding A Job In Hungary
- 20 Feb 2014 10:40 AM
- business
If you are an expat residing in, or considering relocating to Hungary, it can be daunting when starting to look for employment. Listed below are some helpful tips on how to search for jobs in Hungary, as well as some additional information on employee contracts to help you acclimatize to your new lifestyle.
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!
Budapest Synagogues Reject State Dunds
- 7 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Two Great Synagogue on Dohány utca and the Frankel Leó utca synagogue in Buda as well as the Jewish Tourism and Culture Centre have rejected state subsidies won in tenders for Holocaust Memorial Year events, in protest against the erection, without prior consultations, of the German occupation memorial.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Tips For Britons Moving To Hungary
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In 1989, following the fall of communism, Hungary became a democratic country. Ever since many Britons have moved there and, upon arrival, discovered a country seeped in rich cultural experiences and an idyllic rural landscape. If you are considering moving to Hungary, here are a few tips to help provide a fluid transition into your new life.