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'Budapest Comic Con Festival', Hungexpo, 18 - 19 May
From the organisers: After last year's success, let's meet again at Hungary's biggest and most important pop culture event, where the world of movies, comics, animation, and video games comes to life. Whether you're big or small, you're sure to find the most suitable and interesting program for you.
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20 Years Ago HU Joined EU: "Europe Made Stronger by Hungarians"
The people of Hungary have made Europe stronger; their vibrant culture and economic dynamism rippled through the entire EU, the president of the European Commission said, marking the 20th anniversary of Hungary's EU accession.
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Leaked Poll Reveals Concerns of Hungarian Government, Officials Deny Paying for Survey
Website 444 has obtained information that the Amarone company is conducting a public opinion poll on behalf of the government.
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Official: Forecast for GDP Growth in Hungary of 2.5% in 2024, 4.1% in 2025
Hungary’s government projects an economic growth rate of 2.5% for this year and 4.1% in 2025, a state secretary of the finance ministry said.
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2 Named for Memorial Year Celebration: "Hungary is Proud Of All Those Who Have Hungary as Their Homeland..."
Hungary’s parliament has approved the culture and innovation ministry’s (KIM) initiative declaring 2025 a memorial year celebrating 19th century writer and MP Mór Jókai and 20th century lawyer, MP and public education minister, Kunó Klebelsberg, KIM said.
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New Law Permits 'Mini-Dubai' in Budapest, Amid Concerns About Mega Investment
Parliament on Tuesday adopted the law on the economic cooperation agreement between Hungary and the United Arab Emirates with 134 votes in favour, 43 against and 6 abstentions.
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Interview Two: H.E. Ambassador Francisco Munis, Ambassador of Malaysia in Hungary
1. What’s been happening at work and at home since your first Xpat Interview?
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See What Happened @ St. George's Day Bash - Feast of English Music, Film & Street-Food
The 3rd celebration for St. George organised by XpatLoop attracted a full house to the Premium Level at Etele Cinema on Wednesday 24 April - Szent György Nap - raising nearly HUF 1 million to help children in need according to the count by UNICEF Hungary.
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Wolfgang Puck Brings International Film Industry Glamour to Budapest
Matild Palace is gearing up for the most exclusive red-carpet affair of the year, a celebration honoring the internationally acclaimed luminaries of the Hungarian film industry who have made an indelible mark on the global cinematic landscape. And who better to curate the culinary experience for this prestigious event on May 10th than the legendary chef Wolfgang Puck?
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Summer Camp Trends In 2024 – AI Skills And Sustainability Are in With the Kids This Summer
Summer camp season is upon us, with parents coordinating dates and rushing to find the best services for their children’s needs. Expats living in Hungary also need make sure that their children spend the summer in an environment where language skills are not a barrier. In recent years, with the emergence of new technologies and changing social trends, the interests of kids and teens are changing, affecting the programs that are on offer in the summer.
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