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Zsuzsa Ferge Offers Troubling Insight Into Hungarian Society
- 14 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Renowned Hungarian sociologist Zsuzsa Ferge does not deny that certain quality of life indicators have improved since 2010. She does, however, believe that such indicators have not affected the strong growth of social inequality in Hungary – it’s as if the government has all but forgotten about the bottom 3 million Hungarians. Social mobility is only awarded to those who have demonstrated their ...
Paradise Found, In Pattaya, At Sheraton
- 14 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- travel
Update: This former Sheraton property is now called InterContinental Pattaya Resort.
You’re a busy expat, in need of some sea; sand; sun and fun. You feel like going somewhere exotic, but can only get away from work for around 10 days max. So where to go? A good answer is the Sheraton Pattaya Resort, it ticks all those boxes, and many more!
Hurts, Nero And Modestep Coming To VOLT Festival In Hungary
- 13 Mar 2014 8:10 AM
- entertainment
With new names added to the line-up there are more than twenty international stars playing at the 22nd VOLT Festival this summer. Due to a huge demand Hurts will return this year to Sopron, while thousands are eagerly waiting for the live shows of Nero and Modestep as well. Karnivool, the chart topping Milky Chance and The Strypes – opening for the Arctic Monkeys - are also part of the program.
120th Anniversary Of New York Palace Budapest
- 12 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
The history of the New York Palace dates back to the 70s of the 19th century when a talented young man from Upper Hungary called Max Aufricht arrived to Budapest with a teacher’s diploma and a silver forint in his pocket. But his poverty was paired with immense ambition; he obtained a doctoral degree in law and learned French.
Budapest’s Half Marathon Renamed To Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon
- 10 Mar 2014 8:02 AM
- sport
Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Budapest Half Marathon in partnership with the Budapest Sport Office (BSI). It is the first time in 18 years that the Budapest Half Marathon has changed its name. It will be held on 14 September as the 29th Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon.
Invitation: Travel Show, Hungexpo Budapest, 27 Feb - 2 March
- 27 Feb 2014 10:45 AM
- travel
Travel around the world in one day! At the Travel exhibition, the biggest travel fair of Hungary, you can get to know the attractions, the culture and gastronomy of lots of countries from the five continents. Beside the discount travel offers you can be a globetrekker if you take part in our exciting games, which will be interesting for every age group and you can win valuable prizes too.
MVM Wants Bigger Role In Mátrai Erõmû In Hungary
- 26 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
State energy company MVM would like to increase its stake in the Mátrai Erõmû power plant to play a more active role in it, Development Minister Zsuzsa Németh said on Tuesday. MVM has a 26% stake in Mátrai Erõmû, RWE has 51% and fellow German energy concern EnBW has 22%.
Invitation: Music Of Hungary's Regions, Palace Of Arts, 23 February
- 21 Feb 2014 8:01 AM
- entertainment
Once a month, the Music of our Regions series is incorporated into the Sunday programme of the Palace of Delights. With the help of outstanding musicians, masters of traditional instruments and dance masters, children can take their first dance steps and get to know the traditions of the country’s regions. Through stories, games, customs, music, songs and the distinctive instruments of individual ...
Fewer Tax Payers, More Pensioners In 15 Years In Hungary
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The number of people paying social contributions in Hungary is falling while the number of people qualifying for state pensions is rising, the chief executive of financial and insurance consultancy Consequit said. It is estimated that in the next 15 years the number of people paying into the social funds will drop by 514,000, András Farkas said, citing a report.
Zsuzsa Ferge Offers Troubling Insight Into Hungarian Society
- 14 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Renowned Hungarian sociologist Zsuzsa Ferge does not deny that certain quality of life indicators have improved since 2010. She does, however, believe that such indicators have not affected the strong growth of social inequality in Hungary – it’s as if the government has all but forgotten about the bottom 3 million Hungarians. Social mobility is only awarded to those who have demonstrated their ...
Paradise Found, In Pattaya, At Sheraton
- 14 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- travel
Update: This former Sheraton property is now called InterContinental Pattaya Resort.
You’re a busy expat, in need of some sea; sand; sun and fun. You feel like going somewhere exotic, but can only get away from work for around 10 days max. So where to go? A good answer is the Sheraton Pattaya Resort, it ticks all those boxes, and many more!
Hurts, Nero And Modestep Coming To VOLT Festival In Hungary
- 13 Mar 2014 8:10 AM
- entertainment
With new names added to the line-up there are more than twenty international stars playing at the 22nd VOLT Festival this summer. Due to a huge demand Hurts will return this year to Sopron, while thousands are eagerly waiting for the live shows of Nero and Modestep as well. Karnivool, the chart topping Milky Chance and The Strypes – opening for the Arctic Monkeys - are also part of the program.
120th Anniversary Of New York Palace Budapest
- 12 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- specials
The history of the New York Palace dates back to the 70s of the 19th century when a talented young man from Upper Hungary called Max Aufricht arrived to Budapest with a teacher’s diploma and a silver forint in his pocket. But his poverty was paired with immense ambition; he obtained a doctoral degree in law and learned French.
Budapest’s Half Marathon Renamed To Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon
- 10 Mar 2014 8:02 AM
- sport
Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Budapest Half Marathon in partnership with the Budapest Sport Office (BSI). It is the first time in 18 years that the Budapest Half Marathon has changed its name. It will be held on 14 September as the 29th Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon.
Invitation: Travel Show, Hungexpo Budapest, 27 Feb - 2 March
- 27 Feb 2014 10:45 AM
- travel
Travel around the world in one day! At the Travel exhibition, the biggest travel fair of Hungary, you can get to know the attractions, the culture and gastronomy of lots of countries from the five continents. Beside the discount travel offers you can be a globetrekker if you take part in our exciting games, which will be interesting for every age group and you can win valuable prizes too.
MVM Wants Bigger Role In Mátrai Erõmû In Hungary
- 26 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
State energy company MVM would like to increase its stake in the Mátrai Erõmû power plant to play a more active role in it, Development Minister Zsuzsa Németh said on Tuesday. MVM has a 26% stake in Mátrai Erõmû, RWE has 51% and fellow German energy concern EnBW has 22%.
Invitation: Music Of Hungary's Regions, Palace Of Arts, 23 February
- 21 Feb 2014 8:01 AM
- entertainment
Once a month, the Music of our Regions series is incorporated into the Sunday programme of the Palace of Delights. With the help of outstanding musicians, masters of traditional instruments and dance masters, children can take their first dance steps and get to know the traditions of the country’s regions. Through stories, games, customs, music, songs and the distinctive instruments of individual ...
Fewer Tax Payers, More Pensioners In 15 Years In Hungary
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The number of people paying social contributions in Hungary is falling while the number of people qualifying for state pensions is rising, the chief executive of financial and insurance consultancy Consequit said. It is estimated that in the next 15 years the number of people paying into the social funds will drop by 514,000, András Farkas said, citing a report.