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Special: Exclusive St. Martin’s Day Goose Feast, Peppers!

"Don’t miss our St. Martin’s Day goose feast where Mr. József Bock personally introduces this year’s... more »

Adrian Belew Power Trio, Trafó, 15 October, 9 pm.

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"Many of the former big names in rock and pop are but pitiful shadows of themselves often driven to continued concert engagements by the sheer need to earn money. more »
'In The Pull Of Opposites', MU Theatre, 18 October, 8 pm.

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"Winner of several awards as an acknowledged dancer, Spala Korinna scored enormous success with her first choreography at the 3rd Budapest Fringe Festival. more »
Hungary Gets Offer Of IMF Assistance

current affairs news »

"Hungary obtained an offer of support from the IMF on Monday so that it would not have to depend on IMF aid, Prime Minister Ferenc Gyurcsány said. He spoke after the Fund declared itself ready to provide financial and other assistance to Hungary, if ... more »
Spartacus 2076, Festival Theater, 15 October

community & culture news »

“The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.” (Edmond Burke) more »
Escape From Budapest To Split and Dubrovnik

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This road trip from Hungary to Croatia is highly recommended for its varied and spectacular scenery, flying there is always an option too, writes Scott Daniels for XpatLoop.com more »
Reforms Are Not Enough Anymore, Hungary Needs Stabilisation Too

business & finance news »

"Hungary's key task is to pursue a definable economic policy and if it does so, attacks against the forint will cease or at least become weaker, said Lajos Bokros, Chief Operating Officer/Professor of the Central European University (CEU). The Intern... more »
MOL Reduces Gasoline, Diesel Prices Again

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"Hungarian fuels group MOL will slash the gross wholesale list price of gasoline and diesel HUF 8 and HUF 4 per litre as of Wednesday, respectively, Portfolio.hu has learned on Monday. While the reduction is no surprise, its rate may be, as the price... more »
Policy Makers Respond To Crisis, But Forint Could Weaken

business & finance news »

"Hungary's regulators have announced steps in response to the loss of confidence in Hungarian assets in an attempt to boost credibility and improve liquidity conditions. more »
Expedition To Egypt Organised By Museum of Fine Arts

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"An international research team organised by the Budapest Museum of Fine Arts will embark on an archaeological expedition of historical significance to a highly endangered site in Egypt. more »
No Tax Changes This Year

business & finance news »

"The government has withdrawn the tax bill that was before Parliament and will not prepare new tax legislation this year, the Finance Ministry said. The 2008 tax rules will remain in effect in 2009. more »

Daily Articles

Xpat Interview: Adam LeBor

Adam LeBor is a British author and journalist, based in Budapest. He started work as a foreign correspondent in 1991, covering the collapse of Communism and the Yugoslav wars. He's worked in more than 30 countries, enjoyed some hair-ra... more »
Xpat Interview: Greg John Dorey, British Ambassador

In December 2007 Greg Dorey became British Ambassador to the Republic of Hungary. Greg took up his appointment on 3 December 2007 and presented his credentials to Hungarian President László Sólyom on 5 December. Before his Xpat Interview he... more »
Xpat Interview: Christopher Mattheisen, Magyar Telekom's CEO

Born in 1961. Degrees in economics from Indiana University, Bloomington and Columbia University, New York. First came to Hungary in 1990 to start consulting company for business analysis and strategic planning. From 1993 to 1996 was the fou... more »
Xpat Interview: Peter de Groot, Country Manager, FirstMed

"Having grown up in several countries, and having never lived in my birthplace Holland, it was probably not a surprise that I continued this International theme throughout my life. The countries that I have spent most time in are Jamaica, Indonesia, ... more »
Xpat Interview: Mark Milstein, Owner of Northfoto.com

Mark Milstein is an American born photojournalist who first came to Eastern Europe during 1991, then in his early 30's he was the chief photographer in Europe for Atlantic News Service. Over the past decade and a half he has covered events in more... more »
Xpat Interview: Patrick McMenamin, Owner, The Kaledonia Bar

"Before moving to living in Hungary I had been working in the UK youth sector for more than 25 years. My job here in Budapest is to manage The Kaledonia Bar with my partner Zsuzsanna Bozo. The bar is a fusion of our love for Scotland and Hungary. We... more »
Xpat Interview: U.S. Ambassador April H. Foley

"April H. Foley has had an extensive career in professional management. Most recently, she served as First Vice President and Vice Chairman of the Export-Import Bank of the US. Prior to that, she served as a member of the Board of Directors of Ex-Im ... more »
Vincent Vogt, General Manager Central Europe, Air France KLM

Currently based in Budapest, Mr Vogt is responsible for leading the teams in Hungary; Czech Republic; Slovakia; Poland and Romania. Recent achievements include re-organization and integration of the Air France & KLM organizations.Born in The Neth... more »
Xpat Interview: Rob Longworth, Director, Ocean Bar & Grill

Born and raised in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Rob Longworth first came to Eastern Europe as an exchange student in January, 1990. Although he requested an exchange job in Asia, a computer glitch sent Rob to Hungary. Signing up for another exchang... more »
Xpat Interview: Brandon Krueger

Brandon originally moved to Budapest from San Francisco to complete his Master's degree in International Relations at Central European University. After graduating he worked for an Internet start-up in Hungary, before moving to Holland to work for a ... more »

Featured Interviews

Now showing in Budapest: 'Control'

"A profile of Ian Curtis, the enigmatic singer of Joy Division whose personal, professional, and romantic troubles led him to commit suicide at the age of 23." more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'The House Bunny'

"Shelley is living a carefree life until a rival gets her tossed out of the Playboy Mansion. With nowhere to go, fate delivers her to the sorority girls from Zeta Alpha Zeta. Unless they can sign a new pledge class, the seven socially clueless women ... more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'Outlaw'

"A group of people who feel betrayed by their government and let down by their police force form a modern-day outlaw posse in order to right what they see as the wrongs of society." more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'The Rocker'

THE ROCKER,” aka Robert “Fish” Fishman, was the drummer for an eighties hair band. He was living the rock ‘n’ roll dream… until he was kicked out of the group. Twenty years later, the desperate rocker joins his nephew’s band, “A.D.D.,” finally reclai... more »
New In Budapest: ' Mirrors'

"After accidently shooting an undercover officer, Ben loses his job and turns to alcoholism and anger. Ben takes a job as a night watchman as he tries to pull his life together and reconnect with his family. As Ben patrols the charred remains of the ... more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'Big Stan'

"A weak con man panics when he learns he's going to prison for fraud. He hires a mysterious martial arts guru who helps transform him into a martial arts expert who can fight off inmates who want to hurt or love him." more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'The Fall'

"In a hospital on the outskirts of 1920s Los Angeles, an injured stuntman begins to tell a fellow patient, a little girl with a broken arm, a fantastical story about 5 mythical heroes. Thanks to his fractured state of mind and her vivid imagination, ... more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'Eagle Eye'

"Two unsuspecting Americans are separately drawn into a conspiracy by a mysterious woman they have never met, but who seems to know their every move. By the time they discover her frightening identity, they have become her unwitting accomplices in a ... more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Half Nelson'

"An inner-city junior high school teacher with a drug habit forms an unlikely friendship with one of his students after she discovers his secret." more »
Now showing in Budapest: 'The Proposition'

"A lawman apprehends a notorious outlaw and gives him 9 days to kill his older brother, or else they'll execute his younger brother." more »

Current Movies

'Tennis Classics', Budapest Sportaréna, 9-12 October

Tennis stars like Björn Borg - John McEnroe - Pat Cash - Sergi Bruguera - Guillermo Vilas - Henri Leconte - Tomas Muster - Goran Ivanisevic - all in Budapest for a special exhibition tournament for a weekend. more »
'Megyeri Bridge', Budapest, Officially Opened On 30 September

The Megyeri Bridge, previously known as the Northern M0 Danube bridge, is a new cable-stayed bridge that spans the River Danube between Buda and Pest, respectively the west and east sides of Budapest, the capital of Hungary. It is a very important se... more »
100 Year Old Forrest Train In Szilvásvárad, Hungary

The country's busiest forrest train celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. It connects Szilvásvárad and Szalajka valley, and it is close to 9 km long. There are annually more than 200.000 passengers. Originally they started building it on Wessel... more »
'Deadly Train Collision', Monorierdö, 6 October

A Hungarian passenger train slammed into the rear of an InterCity train at Monorierdő, 40km southeast of Budapest, killing three passengers and injuring 27 others. A fourth passenger died in hospital later in the day.Transport Minister Pál Szabó and ... more »
'European Dog Show', Budapest, 3 - 5 October

The World Animal Day was celebrated on 4 October, and as a part of this the largest dog show of Europe was held in Hungary for the second time since 1996.Photos by András D. Hajdú (origo.hu) more »
'Porn Star Party', Kaméleon Club, 27 September

Featuring Nikki Rider, Susan Pearl Address: Budapest, II district, Mammut II Shopping CenterSource: Programmagazin.hu more »
'Budapest Panoramas' By Etienne Cazin

Pictures thanks to Flickr userPanorama / Etienne Cazin more »
'Sound of Cream', Tabu, 19 September

Address: Budapest, II district, Mammut 2 4. floorTel: 06-70-590-6026 More photos from the source: programmagazin.hu more »
'Ibiza Exclusive - Manumission', Amnesia, 15 September

Photos: Berta SándorSource: programmagazin.hu more »
'Jägermeister Club Night', Café del Rio, 6 September

Sponsored party night with Dj's: Magonyi L, Mr. KauferPhotos: Lőrinc Gábor Source: programmagazin.hu more »

Latest Galleries

PM Gyurcsány Near To Tears on Live TV

Currently Hungarians are busy talking about their prime minister who just about had a teary breakdown on live TV, as the attached video shows. Ferenc makes this emotional announcement about the resignation of the Hungarian Transport Minister and Railways Board Chairman,... more »
Recommendation: Brunch At Peppers!

"The tradition first introduced in Hungary by the Budapest Marriott Hotel in 1994, continues to live at peppers! Brunch at peppers! is a combination of the best of Hungarian produce and Mediterranean influence. more »
Airshow Kecskemet 2009

"On the eve of a successful airshow in 2007 and a 2008 special with a phenomenal outcome, the question rightfully turned up, Will the Kecskemet Air Base host another event in 2009? more »
Paul Gilbert Concert, A38 Ship, 12 October

"An outrageous guitar virtuoso, who besides his stunning gigs and guitar lessons created numerous famous formations, among them Mr. Big with Billy Sheehan too." more »
Pit Babes at GP Formula 1 in Hungary 2008

Paddock girls and random models bringing glamour to the Hungaroring during the 2008 Budapest Formula 1 Grand Prix. more »
Upcoming Concert: James Blunt, Budapest, 25 October

"Mr. Blunt was born with the name James Hillier Blount in Tidworth, England into an upper middle-class family in 1974. When he was three, his mother taught him how to play the flute, at the age of five he started playing the violin , and when he reached the age of seven... more »
Upcoming Concert: Queen & Paul Rodgers, Sport Arena, 28 October

"Thirteen years after their last album, seventeen years after Mercury’s death the Queen is releasing a new album, for the first time without Freddie. The band, including vocalist Paul Rodgers will perform in Budapest on 28th October 2008. more »
'Harlem Gospel Singers', Syma Hall Budapest, 14 December

"A good message, lifting, spiritual and explosive: when voices start to fly and hearts open – that’s gospel. It is expressed most completely at concerts by the famous and original Harlem Gospel Singers. more »
Margaret Island (Margitsziget)

"Budapest's finest green spot is Margaret Island (Margitsziget) located in the middle of the river Danube between Margaret Bridge and Árpád Bridge. Originally there were three islands here, the islands of Spa, Pictor and Rabbits. more »
Baths in Budapest: Gellért Thermal Baths and Swiming Pool

"Budapest is a unique city in more than one ways. For those who love spa and wellness, it is unique for being the only large city in the world, which abounds in fountains of healing water. 70 million liters of 21-78 Celsius warm thermal water spring forth daily from its... more »

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Job Seekers & Jobs Available - by Gabriella Tóth-Szakál, 14 October

TECHNICAL WRITERS NEEDED Nokia Siemens Networks is looking for Technical Writers in Budapest. If you have experience and/or interest in English-language technical documentation in telecom, please check the ad here: http://careers.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/hr/recru.nsf/vwJobs/F00381236584A753C22574BC00000D09 more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Rita Nyul, 13 October

In Alsónána, in Tolna county, in a beautiful dale loan house for sale! Alsónána is a village in Szekszárd Wine Region. Gemenc Forest is 25 km far, lying in the flood area of the Danube, is one of the most outstanding natural beauties of Hungary. Szekszárd, the seat of Tolna county is 13 km f... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Katalin B.Mekler, 14 October

Studio flat of 40 quadrat in Buda with garage - quality furnished in a nice, new, five-flat apartment house is to let for medium or long.(Special facilities on demand are negotiable) Quiet, elegant surroundings, a short walk to Margaret bridge, easy parking. Contact: 36/30-936-00-57. Asking price 500 Eu+ monthly fee (gas, electricity, water, with... more »
Education, Translation - by Francis Keating, 13 October

BUDAPEST PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE 10 week short course commencing in November for aspiring photographers presented in English by an experienced ,qualified and published photographer/teacher.The course will be held in Budapests University District not far from Kalvin Ter. Each class will be approximately 90 minutes, with classes available in the d... more »
Job Seekers & Jobs Available - by Petra Pintér, 13 October

YOUNG DOCTOR WOMEN IS LOOKING FOR BABYSITTING I am 26 years old doctor, will be pediatrician. I would like to do babysitting, during the weekdays I have time at the evenings, after 17pm and at the weekends all days. Reliable and speaks German and English. I have experience of children age 0 to 12 years old. If you have any question just write to ... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Laszlo Csite, 13 October

Nice flat for rent in a beautiful, green park in a quiet Gellért hill dead end street. AREA: You may not believe that you are 10 minutes far from the city center. All the windows are facing to trees, nice quiet garden, Gellert park at the end of the street. Free parking on the street in front of the house, 5 minutes to downtown (Ferenciek tere) wit... more »
Job Seekers & Jobs Available - by John O'Donnell, 13 October

Hello everyone, My name is John O'Donnell. I am a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. I was a Poli Sci major with a minor in Economics. I also have extensive experience as an office person with past experience as a Secretary, Receptionist, and Executive Assistant. If you are interested in hiring a native english language person wit... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Gergõ Szendei, 13 October

Apartment For Rent in Buda The apartment is in a very quiet neighborhood, green belt area in the Buda Hills of Budapest. It has 3 separate room and one terrace, the rooms is in an apartment on the second floor with beautiful city lights view. The apartment is newly painted and upgraded and has newly refinished parquet wood floors. It comes wi... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Gergõ Szendei, 13 October

Garage for rent in Zugló In Zuglo at the crossing of Szugló street and Rona street there is a garage for long term rent. The garage has an automatic door. Rent: 15.000 ft/month. Phone: +36-20-2433017. more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Jamie Denman, 14 October

77m2, two roomed flat with hall/dining-room in the citys 6th district. Situated on a quiet side-street off the world famous Andrassy Boulevard the flat is in a classic period Pest building. The street exterior and common areas will be renovated next year. The flat itself has potential for renovation, holds much promise, given the size, the excelle... more »

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