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Margaret Island's Rose Garden in Budapest is hosting a free outdoor light art exhibition featuring installations by Hungarian and international artists for the holiday weekend.
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Margaret Island's Rose Garden in Budapest is hosting a free outdoor light art exhibition featuring installations by Hungarian and international artists for the holiday weekend.

MBK Partners is under increasing scrutiny due to controversies involving its portfolio companies, including a business suspension at Lotte Card and workforce restructuring at Osstem Implant.

MBK Partners is facing renewed scrutiny regarding its restructuring efforts at Osstem Implant, South Korea's largest dental manufacturer, following a previous controversy involving Homeplus.
The suspect in the Monaco bomb attack has been found murdered in Ukraine, with reports indicating she was tortured before her death. Investigations are ongoing, with some reports linking the incident to Ukrainian intelligence.
MBK Partners is reportedly facing a sanctions process in connection with the Homeplus case, according to the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS).
Godiva Japan, acquired by Asian private equity fund MBK Partners in 2019, is reportedly seeking an extension on a ¥75 billion ($464 million) leveraged buyout loan due by the end of the month.

László Tasó, a Fidesz politician known for the canopy walkway case, is stepping down and issued a warning that "many will not have a soft landing."
Japan has moved to block a foreign buyout of machine maker Makino Milling by MBK Partners, citing national security risks to its defense industry.
Japan's government is reportedly moving to block a takeover bid for machine tool maker Makino by MBK, citing national security concerns.

Anna Lembke's popular science book "Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence" delves into the role of dopamine, addiction, and contemporary stimuli such as social media, food, shopping, and screens. The book examines how these elements contribute to a constant pursuit of pleasure.

An ownership dispute at Korea Zinc has intensified ahead of its annual meeting, with scrutiny resurfacing over China Investment Corp.'s investment in MBK's Fund VI amidst the fight between the Young Poong-MBK alliance and Korea Zinc.
US envoy Steve Witkoff asserted that Iran could develop the capacity to produce an atomic bomb within approximately one week, raising international concerns.
Several company directors have engaged in stock transactions, with some purchasing shares and others selling. These activities include a director buying $49,272 in electroCore stock and another selling $274,938 in Hanover Insurance Group common stock.

Prosecutors have summoned MBK Partners Vice Chairman and Homeplus co-CEO Kim Kwang-il, intensifying their investigation into the private equity firm's alleged role in Homeplus's financial crisis.

Hungary is experiencing severe drought conditions, leading to drying rivers, significant soil erosion, and the displacement of animal species, with the Velencei-tó bird sanctuary particularly affected.

MBK Partners is facing increased political and regulatory scrutiny from Seoul's presidential office, lawmakers, and financial authorities regarding its management practices during Homeplus' court-led restructuring.

Labor unions from Homeplus and Korea Zinc have formed an alliance to pressure private equity firm MBK Partners, accusing it of prioritizing profits over workers and long-term corporate sustainability.
Apollo has finalized the sale of Altemira to MBK Partners, marking a significant transaction in the private equity sector.

South Korean private equity firm MBK Partners has hired an additional US lobbyist to address concerns about potential Chinese influence, as it continues a control battle over Korea Zinc.
MBK's attempt to acquire Japan's Makino Milling was reportedly derailed due to security concerns, highlighting geopolitical factors in M&A deals.
SmartFinancial has published the transcript of its first-quarter 2026 earnings call, providing detailed insights into the company's financial results and outlook.

A career profile explores the daily life of Hungarian pilot Gabriella Gombkötő, who fulfilled her childhood dream of flying.

Authorities in Bangkok seized over 100,000 counterfeit goods, valued at approximately 30 million baht, during a raid at the MBK Center as part of an intensified crackdown on intellectual property violations.

Bain Capital is set to acquire the popular bubble tea chain Gong cha from TA Associates and other investors. This acquisition comes as a rival firm, MBK, faces regulatory pressure in its home market.

South Korean authorities are reportedly considering stricter regulations on leveraged buyout firms, responding to claims that predatory practices by MBK Partners contributed to the liquidation crisis of hypermarket chain Homeplus.

MBK Partners is facing criticism for promoting Korea Zinc's US investment project at a reception while its portfolio company Homeplus is undergoing a restructuring crisis in South Korea.

Homeplus is nearing liquidation after a court ended its rehabilitation process, leading to a regulator's decision to sanction MBK over its handling of the company. This development signals a critical juncture for the South Korean retail giant.

MBK Partners, the largest shareholder of Homeplus, is facing renewed questions regarding its responsibility as it clashes with Meritz Financial Group over emergency financing terms for the struggling retailer.

The former mayor of Nyírmártonfalva has been indicted in connection with the 'treeless canopy walkway' scandal, which involved a forest being cut down and multiple bids from the same contractor. The case centers on alleged irregularities surrounding the construction of the walkway.
Private equity firm MBK has decided to withdraw its bid to take over Japan's Makino, ending the potential acquisition.

The Japanese government has urged MBK Partners to halt its bid to acquire machine tool maker Makino Milling Machine, citing national security concerns.

Industry veteran and former MBK Entertainment president Jeanine McLean has launched her new venture, Castlight Media & Management. The firm's initial client roster includes artists such as Omarion, Tone Stith, and Brittney Spencer.

Korea Zinc Chair Choi Yun-beom was reelected to the board, successfully securing his management control in a heated proxy battle against major shareholder Young Poong and private equity firm MBK Partners at the annual general meeting.

Korea Zinc Chairman Choi Yun-beom is reportedly exploring ways to buy back the stake in the smelter held by private equity firm Bain Capital, a move that could strengthen his position in the ongoing control battle with Young Poong and MBK Partners. According to industry sources Friday, Choi’s camp has recently been seeking financing options to acquire Bain Capital’s 2.01 percent stake in Korea Zinc. Possible approaches include a direct buyback or bringing in new financial partners to take over t