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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 16 July
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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Nagyon Balaton: International Stars & Tons of Summer Events at Lake
Lake Balaton's summer calendar once again features a wide range of festivals, concerts and cultural events, with internationally acclaimed performers and leading Hungarian artists appearing across the region over the coming weeks.
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Cologne Shooter Arrested in Budapest
Hungarian police have arrested a German national in Budapest who is suspected of critically wounding a man in a shooting in Cologne on May 31.
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Richest 10% in Hungary Increase Income Share
Hungary's richest 10pc took 24pc of aggregated income in 2025, up from 20pc in 2010, economic research institute GKI said in an analysis published.
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PM's Brother Called by MPs to Clarify Role in 'Uncle Zsolti' Case
Opposition Fidesz deputies Miklos Panyi and Janos Pocs on Wednesday called on Marton Magyar, the prime minister's brother, and Andras Litresits, the solicitor of a witness in the "Szolo Street abuse scandal", to clarify "their roles in the Uncle Zsolti case".
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Dune to 007: Will Budapest Become Home Base for New Bond Film?
After wrapping Dune in Hungary, Denis Villeneuve may already have the infrastructure for his next blockbuster: James Bond.
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Interview Two: Chris Russell, Principal, The British International School, Budapest
For starters, tell us about what you've been doing since our previous interview with you:
On a personal level, I have been renovating a small house in Mád, near Tokaj. It is a beautiful wine village with a friendly and welcoming community. My family and I have been made to feel incredibly welcome there, and it provides a wonderful retreat from city life. We also have a small rescue dog who completes our family.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 16 July
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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City Taxi Updates Budapest Taxi Fares & Management
City Taxi has announced an update to its official Budapest taxi tariffs, with new prices set to take effect from 1 August 2026.
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World-Class DJs at B MY LAKE Festival in Hungary
From July 16 to 18, the shores of Lake Velence will once again become one of Central Europe's leading destinations for electronic music. B MY LAKE 2026 brings together some of the most exciting names shaping the present and future of techno, including Paul Kalkbrenner, Deborah De Luca, Amelie Lens, Adam Beyer, Joseph Capriati and Sven Väth.
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