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  • Watch: New Satirical Take on Orbán Ahead of Elections in Hungary - by Jon Oliver (HBO)

    • 31 Mar 2026 1:49 PM

    John Oliver discusses the elections on the horizon for Viktor Orbán, the prime minister of Hungary and the longest serving current head of government in the EU, why conservatives in the US are so invested in him maintaining power, and what it all has to do with Rob Schneider.

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  • Watch: Men in Black - Clashes Erupt at Orbán Campaign Stop Near Budapest

    • 30 Mar 2026 6:18 PM

    During Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s campaign rally in Pécel on Saturday, repeated scuffles broke out between counter-protesters and groups of men dressed in black, known from previous events.

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  • Tribute to Janis Joplin, Várkert Bazár Budapest, 27 March

    • 27 Mar 2026 10:54 AM

    Although her life was tragically short – she lived just 27 years – Janis Joplin remains one of the most influential female artists in music history. Honouring this exceptional musical legacy, and the spirit of the blues, is the mission of Hungary’s Janis Joplin Tribute Band Hungary (formerly known as the Janis Joplin Memorial Band).

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  • Budapest History Museum - Beneath the Surface of a Capital

    • 27 Mar 2026 9:29 AM

    Situated within the southern wing of the Royal Palace in Buda Castle, the Budapest History Museum is frequently bypassed by visitors en route to the Hungarian National Gallery. Yet for those willing to descend below the surface, it offers one of the most intellectually rewarding encounters with the city's past.

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  • Michael Jackson Exhibition in Budapest Featuring Special Memorabilia

    • 25 Mar 2026 12:50 PM

    Open until 10 May. A new exhibition dedicated to Michael Jackson has opened in Budapest, offering visitors a closer look at the person behind the pop icon. Rather than focusing solely on the superstar’s stage persona, Michael – The HIStory Exhibition explores his life, artistic impact, and personal connection to Hungary through rare memorabilia and life-sized figures.

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  • Ambush Attack on Magyar, No Kevlar for Tisza Leader

    • 24 Mar 2026 2:12 PM

    Tisza Party prime ministerial candidate Péter Magyar declared on Monday that he will not wear a bullet-proof vest or other defensive attire after an apparent attempt to assault him was thwarted.

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  • St. Paddy’s Day Celebrated in Budapest Again in Fine Irish Style

    • 24 Mar 2026 5:49 AM

    A vibrant wave of green swept through Budapest as Szabadság tér came alive with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. The city centre square buzzed with energy, hosting a full day of music, dance, family-friendly activities, and a lively parade that drew crowds to celebrate Irish culture in the heart of the capital.

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