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Authorities found a World War II explosive device at Csörsz park, which means the area must be cleared today so experts can safely defuse it. For better public transport, the city may use second-hand German trams to replace very old HÉV trains while waiting for a brand-new fleet to arrive by 2030. Additionally, the famous Symbol nightclub in Óbuda was ordered to close for two months after a police investigation into drug trafficking.
In other news, a naked man attacked an elderly person in Újpest, causing concern in the neighborhood. Travel will be slightly different this Sunday as some tram lines stop running and replacement buses take their place. On a happier note, pop star Rita Ora is planning a major concert in the city, and experts say Budapest is now a top global vegan destination.
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