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Xpat Opinion: An Outstanding Memoir Of Hungary During World War II
- 1 Jul 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
History buffs who take an interest in central Europe and Hungary have long been at a disadvantage. The body of good works on Hungarian history remains largely in Hungarian. There are some great exceptions, of course, like Sir Bryan Cartledge’s work. But relatively speaking, really good stuff — especially about the 20th century — is difficult to find in English.
Four Tigers Market In Budapest Closed For Good
- 19 Jun 2014 10:45 AM
- shopping
The Négy Tigris (Four Tigers) market in Budapest’s Eighth District was closed on Friday. The authorities began to empty its premises on Kõbánya út this Monday morning.
Xpat Opinion: IMF & World Bank Reports Show A Hungary “Back On Track”
- 16 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank have recently released reports evaluating the Hungarian economy. The World Bank, as widely reported , predicts GDP to grow by 2.4 percent in 2014, while most saw as the key takeaway in the 68-page IMF country report (
Xpat Opinion: Hungarian Innovation For A Cleaner Danube
- 5 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
It now seems like ages ago, but once upon a time, believe it or not, it was safe to go for a swim in the Danube in downtown Budapest. But the river fell victim to poor communist urban planning, and the “Blue Danube” pre-1990 became nothing more than a terribly polluted north-south highway.
Xpat Opinion: Legal Aid In Hungary
- 29 May 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
If you live in Hungary and do not have sufficient financial resources to meet the costs of a court case, you can apply for legal aid. These resources extend to any expats living in Hungary, who may be entitled to financial support with regards to legal services.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary Boasts Biggest GDP Growth In Eight Years
- 23 May 2014 9:00 AM
- business
In the first quarter of 2014, Hungary’s economy grew at the highest rate we have seen in eight years, 3.5 percent, drubbing analyst forecasts predicting 2.7 percent. Industrial output is at a three-year high.
Xpat Opinion: Jobbik’s Béla Kovács & His Alleged Russian Ties
- 23 May 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Media have been all over the Béla Kovács story over the last few days. Hungarian press and even some international have reported the story about the member of the European Parliament from Hungary’s far-right Jobbik who faces allegations of using his mandate in the service of Russia’s interests vis-à-vis EU institutions. He has even earned a nickname in the Hungarian media: “K.G. Béla,” a play on ...
Xpat Review: Katona József Theatre Budapest Hosts Last Performance Of Marlene
- 21 May 2014 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary’s Katona József Theatre hosted the last guest performance of play “Marlene” yesterday evening in its cellar space entitled Sufni (Shed). The wonderfully structured monodrama of German actress and singer Marlene Dietrich (played by Éva Magyar) stirs the feelings of the viewer leaving enough room to think about how fame can destroy once well celebrated stars condemning them suffer in ...
Restaurant Review: Noir Et L’or In Budapest
- 21 May 2014 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Located right next to Gozsdu Court on Kiraly street, Noir et L’or has all the right ingredients required of a fine restaurant. Its interior is designed using light colors such as gold and white, intermingled with an occasional dash of black. This simple interior colour scheme creates a relaxing atmosphere where diners can enjoy delicious meals with a distinct Mediterranean influence. Some ...
Xpat Opinion: An Outstanding Memoir Of Hungary During World War II
- 1 Jul 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
History buffs who take an interest in central Europe and Hungary have long been at a disadvantage. The body of good works on Hungarian history remains largely in Hungarian. There are some great exceptions, of course, like Sir Bryan Cartledge’s work. But relatively speaking, really good stuff — especially about the 20th century — is difficult to find in English.
Four Tigers Market In Budapest Closed For Good
- 19 Jun 2014 10:45 AM
- shopping
The Négy Tigris (Four Tigers) market in Budapest’s Eighth District was closed on Friday. The authorities began to empty its premises on Kõbánya út this Monday morning.
Xpat Opinion: IMF & World Bank Reports Show A Hungary “Back On Track”
- 16 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank have recently released reports evaluating the Hungarian economy. The World Bank, as widely reported , predicts GDP to grow by 2.4 percent in 2014, while most saw as the key takeaway in the 68-page IMF country report (
Xpat Opinion: Hungarian Innovation For A Cleaner Danube
- 5 Jun 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
It now seems like ages ago, but once upon a time, believe it or not, it was safe to go for a swim in the Danube in downtown Budapest. But the river fell victim to poor communist urban planning, and the “Blue Danube” pre-1990 became nothing more than a terribly polluted north-south highway.
Xpat Opinion: Legal Aid In Hungary
- 29 May 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
If you live in Hungary and do not have sufficient financial resources to meet the costs of a court case, you can apply for legal aid. These resources extend to any expats living in Hungary, who may be entitled to financial support with regards to legal services.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary Boasts Biggest GDP Growth In Eight Years
- 23 May 2014 9:00 AM
- business
In the first quarter of 2014, Hungary’s economy grew at the highest rate we have seen in eight years, 3.5 percent, drubbing analyst forecasts predicting 2.7 percent. Industrial output is at a three-year high.
Xpat Opinion: Jobbik’s Béla Kovács & His Alleged Russian Ties
- 23 May 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Media have been all over the Béla Kovács story over the last few days. Hungarian press and even some international have reported the story about the member of the European Parliament from Hungary’s far-right Jobbik who faces allegations of using his mandate in the service of Russia’s interests vis-à-vis EU institutions. He has even earned a nickname in the Hungarian media: “K.G. Béla,” a play on ...
Xpat Review: Katona József Theatre Budapest Hosts Last Performance Of Marlene
- 21 May 2014 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary’s Katona József Theatre hosted the last guest performance of play “Marlene” yesterday evening in its cellar space entitled Sufni (Shed). The wonderfully structured monodrama of German actress and singer Marlene Dietrich (played by Éva Magyar) stirs the feelings of the viewer leaving enough room to think about how fame can destroy once well celebrated stars condemning them suffer in ...
Restaurant Review: Noir Et L’or In Budapest
- 21 May 2014 9:00 AM
- food & drink
Located right next to Gozsdu Court on Kiraly street, Noir et L’or has all the right ingredients required of a fine restaurant. Its interior is designed using light colors such as gold and white, intermingled with an occasional dash of black. This simple interior colour scheme creates a relaxing atmosphere where diners can enjoy delicious meals with a distinct Mediterranean influence. Some ...