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Serbia accuses NATO, US of creating satellite state in Kosovo

Serbia on Wednesday accused NATO and the United States of attempts to create a barrack-style satellite state in the southern...

History

Hungary pledges $30 mln for Vietnam environment, water projects

Hungary would provide Vietnam $30 million for environmental protection and water supply projects, the country’s ambassador in Hanoi, Vizi László,...

Sights

The $300 bln reason why you should be careful

It’s not a crisis, it’s a buying opportunity. At least, that’s what Goldman Sachs says. The investment banking giant pumped...

In Hungary

Marketers to hit social media campaign trail in 2008

Over 90% of marketing departments are planning to launch a social media campaign in 2008, despite the fact that over...

In Hungary

Norilsk Nickel buys over 97% of LionOre stock as offer expires

Russian metals giant Norilsk Nickel said Tuesday it had purchased over 97.7% of shares of Canada’s nickel and gold producer...

Tourism

Serbia set to keep Kosovo, even if EU integration jeopardized

A spokesman for Serbia’s ruling party said the country was determined to retain Kosovo, even at the expense of rapprochement...

History

Economic growth slows to 11-year low of 1.4% – extended

Hungary’s economy grew by only 1.4% year-on-year in the Q2 of 2007, the Central Statistical Office (KSH) said on Tuesday....

Museums

Ryanair announces two new routes to Budapest

From October, Ryanair will operate more flights from the UK to the Hungarian capital Budapest, making it easier than ever...

Food

Hungary: Bank law package presented

At the government spokespersons’ press conference on Monday, Prime Minister’s commissioner Gyula Gaál presented a package of proposals aimed at...

Sights

Threaten to destroy a Transylvanian town

WIDE ANGLE Reports on a Community Divided by the Allure of Wealth and the Fear of Environmental Disaster....

Tourism

Seven bidders invited for second round of Hungary’s MÁV Cargo tender

The board of Hungary's state-owned railway MÁV decided at a meeting on Friday to invite seven bidders, instead of the...

City

Finnish Competition Authority rules on Neste deals

The Finnish Competition Authority says Neste Oil must change fuel distribution agreements with service stations....

Tourism

Citigroup keeps Israel at “Overweight”, downgraded Hungary

Citigroup reiterates its “Overweight” recommendation for the Israeli market in its latest “CEEMA Strategy Notebook”, entitled “Don’t panic”. The bank...

Conferences

Britain’s cover-up plan on energy targets to reduce global warming

British government officials have secretly briefed ministers that Britain has no hope of getting remotely near the new European Union...

Awards

Israel probing kickback claims against ambassador to Hungary

The international crimes department of the Israel Police is investigating Israel’s ambassador to Hungary, David Admon, based on a series...

In Hungary

Emeric Pressburger: the Englishman From Miskolc

The Hungarian-born filmmaker Emeric Pressburger is being celebrated in his birthplace as cinematic aficionados worldwide reassess his joint productions with...

In Budapest

Jewish Cultural Festival Returns for 28th Staging

The program of the 28th Jewish Cultural Festival promises to be rich and diverse, with 30 programs across six venues...

Hotel Clark Budapest Retains Michelin Key for Second Consecutive Year

Hotel Clark Budapest, the flagship hotel of Unione Hotel Management, has retained its Michelin Key, recognizing its approach to contemporary...

Karácsony Expects Deal on Budapest’s Finances Within Weeks

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony expects an agreement with the government on resolving the capital’s financial problems within weeks, he told...

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum Reopens With Free Admission as Review Continues

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum has reopened while a review of its exhibition continues, Culture and Social Relations Minister Zoltán...

Emeric Pressburger: the Englishman From Miskolc

The Hungarian-born filmmaker Emeric Pressburger is being celebrated in his birthplace as cinematic aficionados worldwide reassess his joint productions with...

ÉS Bisztró Launches Sunday Brunch at Kempinski Budapest

ÉS Bisztró at Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest launched a weekly Sunday brunch, combining an à la carte menu of brunch...

White Raven Sees Growing Demand for Alcohol-Free Cocktails as Summer Traffic Holds Steady

White Raven Skybar & Lounge welcomed more than 33,000 guests and served over 22,000 cocktails between late April and the...

Business Chambers Bring Rugby Leadership Experience to Budapest

Confindustria Ungheria, the British Chamber of Commerce Hungary and CCI France Hongrie will host an executive development event with Italy’s...

Twelve Hungarian Hotels Feature in 2026 Michelin Key Selection

Twelve Hungarian hotels have been included in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 Michelin Key selection, with Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace...

Budapest Car-Free Weekend Brings Road Closures and Tram Changes Sept. 19-20

Budapest’s Car-Free Weekend will bring family activities and sustainable transport programs to central streets and riverfront areas Sept. 19-20, alongside...

Budapest Repays HUF 67 bln Overdraft but Faces HUF 86 bln Solidarity Bill

Budapest has repaid a HUF 67 bln overdraft after receiving local business tax advances, but the capital still needs a...

Why More Families Choose the DSB Preparatory Class

A successful start to school begins with the right foundation. At the Deutsche Schule Budapest (DSB), children can join the...

Jewish Cultural Festival Returns for 28th Staging

The program of the 28th Jewish Cultural Festival promises to be rich and diverse, with 30 programs across six venues...

Budapest Geothermal Summit Highlights Hungary’s Potential and Investment Hurdles

Expanding geothermal energy in Hungary requires predictable regulation and infrastructure upgrades, speakers said at the fourth Budapest Geothermal Energy Summit....

House of Terror Museum to Close Temporarily as Tarr Dismisses Director Mária Schmidt

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum will close temporarily for a clarification of rights issues, Culture and Social Relations Minister Zoltán...

Westend Wins Green Investment Award for EUR 10 mln Sustainability Upgrade

Westend Shopping Center has won the Green Investment of the Year award at this year’s Green Awards, for a EUR...