752 result(s) for advice
Xpat Opinion: The New Ethics Textbook For Hungarian Fifth Graders
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
What can one say about the newly introduced ethics textbook for Hungarian fifth graders? For starters, it is not, strictly speaking, an ethics text. Ethics is not a branch of religion, and being ethical is not the same as following the law or adhering to societal norms. So a textbook that lauds religious virtues and advocates unquestioning civil obedience doesn’t belong in an ethics class.
Fidesz-Leaning Oligarch And Aide Missing From The Country’s Top 100 Rich-List
- 11 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- current affairs
Similar to Forbes Magazine, the Hungarian financial newspaper Napi Gazdaság compiles a list of the 100 richest Hungarians, some of whom are businessmen often with close ties to government. The two most prominent figures in Hungarian business life (and in conspiracy theories), who are literally unknown to foreign decision-makers, diplomats or investors, Lajos Simicska and Zsolt Nyerges are ...
NATO Military Committee Conference, Budapest, 3-15 September
- 10 Sep 2013 10:00 AM
- current affairs
The Military Committee, NATO’s highest military authority, will meet in Chiefs of Defence session from 13-15 September, in Budapest. The meeting will be hosted by the Hungarian Chief of Defence, General Tibor Benkő PhD, and will be focused on current operations and NATO Transformation.
A Day At The Races In Budapest: Great Revamped Track At Budafok Go-Kart Arena
- 4 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Due to the huge interest, the owners of Go-kart Arena decided to rebuild the tracks, so Go-kart enthusiasts or those who are just thinking about trying this exciting sport can enjoy a brand new field.
Xpat Event Report: 'Thai Days’, Central Market Hall Budapest
- 24 Aug 2013 9:02 AM
- shopping
With a few steps into another world, we had ‘Thai Days’ in the Central Market Hall. After the ‘Egyptian Days’, we could dive into the Thai atmosphere with some of the finest products and decorations from Thailand with which the Market Hall welcomed its visitors. This was another very interesting event as part of the 'Tourism Days' to show visitors a different part of the world.
Summer Heat Alert At Sziget Festival In Budapest? No Problem
- 7 Aug 2013 11:30 AM
- entertainment
Don’t let the summer heat alert keep you from visiting Sziget! The festival is probably the safest place in the city to survive these temperatures with a lot of people looking after you. Of course there are some rules that you should follow too!
Cycling Rules In Hungary, Bike Routes In Budapest
- 1 Aug 2013 9:35 AM
- getting around
Here's what every cyclist should know before going for a ride in Hungary. As elsewhere, the Highway Code (KRESZ) applies to cyclists here too. Bike riders are obliged to learn and comply with the rules, as actually it's also in their interest. Read on for a Q&A style overview of the key related details.
Xpat Opinion: Political Landscape Ten Months Before Elections In Hungary
- 1 Aug 2013 9:30 AM
- current affairs
A centrist political scientist believes that whoever wins next year’s elections, the outcome will be catastrophic, and a catastrophe is perhaps what Hungary needs to find the right path. A moderate conservative columnist suggests it will be extremely difficult to forge a united left-wing opposition before the elections.
Cross-Balaton Swim In Hungary, 20 July
- 18 Jul 2013 12:30 PM
- sport
The 2013 Lake Balaton cross swimming competition is planned to take place on Saturday 20 july 2013. By tradition the 5.2-kilometre competition starts at Révfülöp port and finishes at Platan beach in Balatonboglár. Participants are welcome to start swimming anytime between 8 am & 2 pm.
Xpat Opinion: The New Ethics Textbook For Hungarian Fifth Graders
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
What can one say about the newly introduced ethics textbook for Hungarian fifth graders? For starters, it is not, strictly speaking, an ethics text. Ethics is not a branch of religion, and being ethical is not the same as following the law or adhering to societal norms. So a textbook that lauds religious virtues and advocates unquestioning civil obedience doesn’t belong in an ethics class.
Fidesz-Leaning Oligarch And Aide Missing From The Country’s Top 100 Rich-List
- 11 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- current affairs
Similar to Forbes Magazine, the Hungarian financial newspaper Napi Gazdaság compiles a list of the 100 richest Hungarians, some of whom are businessmen often with close ties to government. The two most prominent figures in Hungarian business life (and in conspiracy theories), who are literally unknown to foreign decision-makers, diplomats or investors, Lajos Simicska and Zsolt Nyerges are ...
NATO Military Committee Conference, Budapest, 3-15 September
- 10 Sep 2013 10:00 AM
- current affairs
The Military Committee, NATO’s highest military authority, will meet in Chiefs of Defence session from 13-15 September, in Budapest. The meeting will be hosted by the Hungarian Chief of Defence, General Tibor Benkő PhD, and will be focused on current operations and NATO Transformation.
A Day At The Races In Budapest: Great Revamped Track At Budafok Go-Kart Arena
- 4 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Due to the huge interest, the owners of Go-kart Arena decided to rebuild the tracks, so Go-kart enthusiasts or those who are just thinking about trying this exciting sport can enjoy a brand new field.
Xpat Event Report: 'Thai Days’, Central Market Hall Budapest
- 24 Aug 2013 9:02 AM
- shopping
With a few steps into another world, we had ‘Thai Days’ in the Central Market Hall. After the ‘Egyptian Days’, we could dive into the Thai atmosphere with some of the finest products and decorations from Thailand with which the Market Hall welcomed its visitors. This was another very interesting event as part of the 'Tourism Days' to show visitors a different part of the world.
Summer Heat Alert At Sziget Festival In Budapest? No Problem
- 7 Aug 2013 11:30 AM
- entertainment
Don’t let the summer heat alert keep you from visiting Sziget! The festival is probably the safest place in the city to survive these temperatures with a lot of people looking after you. Of course there are some rules that you should follow too!
Cycling Rules In Hungary, Bike Routes In Budapest
- 1 Aug 2013 9:35 AM
- getting around
Here's what every cyclist should know before going for a ride in Hungary. As elsewhere, the Highway Code (KRESZ) applies to cyclists here too. Bike riders are obliged to learn and comply with the rules, as actually it's also in their interest. Read on for a Q&A style overview of the key related details.
Xpat Opinion: Political Landscape Ten Months Before Elections In Hungary
- 1 Aug 2013 9:30 AM
- current affairs
A centrist political scientist believes that whoever wins next year’s elections, the outcome will be catastrophic, and a catastrophe is perhaps what Hungary needs to find the right path. A moderate conservative columnist suggests it will be extremely difficult to forge a united left-wing opposition before the elections.
Cross-Balaton Swim In Hungary, 20 July
- 18 Jul 2013 12:30 PM
- sport
The 2013 Lake Balaton cross swimming competition is planned to take place on Saturday 20 july 2013. By tradition the 5.2-kilometre competition starts at Révfülöp port and finishes at Platan beach in Balatonboglár. Participants are welcome to start swimming anytime between 8 am & 2 pm.