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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.
Now On Until Sunday: Budapest International Wine Festival
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- food & drink
Women and female winemakers take the leading role at the 22th Wine Festival in the Buda Castle. The number of women with successful wines in the market is growing and growing, and it seems they may know a secret. Organisers of this outstanding event believe that, "The curiosity of customers meets the style of their wines, which they prepare with feminine subtlety, sensitivity, and discreetness, ...
Hungary Is Prepared To Send Advisors To Syria
- 11 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungary is prepared to send military advisors to Syria to aid the possible transfer of chemical weapons to international authorities and their subsequent disposal, the Ministry of Defence announced in Székesfehérvár on Tuesday.
Xpat Opinion: Romania 3, Hungary 0 – The Political Overtones
- 9 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- sport
A pro-government paper criticizes The New York Times for overemphasizing the tension caused by extremist Hungarian fans, or ultras, without reporting on similar incidents on the Romanian side. The leading left-wing Hungarian daily reminds readers that no one outside Hungary expected the national team to win and the government was rather late in warning Hungarian fans to abstain from wrongdoing. A ...
Britannica International School: Bringing The Best Of British Education to Budapest
- 5 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
At Britannica we place a strong emphasis on high standards whether these are academic, cultural, sporting or social. Every child who comes to Britannica is respected as an individual and is encouraged to develop to their full potential. The opportunities they will have are many and varied, so that they can discover their talents and strengths and develop good relationships with others, all in a ...
Invitation: Onion Festival, Makó, Hungary, 7 - 8 September
- 5 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Experiences in flavours and gastronomy; a bustling fair and superb concerts will entertain visitors at the Onion Festival of Makó on September 7 and 8. You can walk in the “Street of Flavours”, see folk art and talk with the ones who make them. There will be a wide selection of the products of local farmers and manufacturers exhibited. You can taste food made with onion – bread, strudel and scone.
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 Opinion: First Day At School In Hungary: Education Policy Under Fire
- 3 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Liberal critics of different hues accuse the government of authoritarianism and incompetence, for its overhaul of public education
359 School Development Programmes Launched In Hungary Since 2010
- 3 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary is today in a position to be able to develop its schools and education system, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said at a school opening on Monday. Since May 2010, when this Government took office, development programmes have been launched in 359 schools, the Prime Minister said in Törökbálint, West of Budapest, where he inaugurated a new building of the Márton Bálint primary and secondary ...
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.
Now On Until Sunday: Budapest International Wine Festival
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- food & drink
Women and female winemakers take the leading role at the 22th Wine Festival in the Buda Castle. The number of women with successful wines in the market is growing and growing, and it seems they may know a secret. Organisers of this outstanding event believe that, "The curiosity of customers meets the style of their wines, which they prepare with feminine subtlety, sensitivity, and discreetness, ...
Hungary Is Prepared To Send Advisors To Syria
- 11 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungary is prepared to send military advisors to Syria to aid the possible transfer of chemical weapons to international authorities and their subsequent disposal, the Ministry of Defence announced in Székesfehérvár on Tuesday.
Xpat Opinion: Romania 3, Hungary 0 – The Political Overtones
- 9 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- sport
A pro-government paper criticizes The New York Times for overemphasizing the tension caused by extremist Hungarian fans, or ultras, without reporting on similar incidents on the Romanian side. The leading left-wing Hungarian daily reminds readers that no one outside Hungary expected the national team to win and the government was rather late in warning Hungarian fans to abstain from wrongdoing. A ...
Britannica International School: Bringing The Best Of British Education to Budapest
- 5 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
At Britannica we place a strong emphasis on high standards whether these are academic, cultural, sporting or social. Every child who comes to Britannica is respected as an individual and is encouraged to develop to their full potential. The opportunities they will have are many and varied, so that they can discover their talents and strengths and develop good relationships with others, all in a ...
Invitation: Onion Festival, Makó, Hungary, 7 - 8 September
- 5 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Experiences in flavours and gastronomy; a bustling fair and superb concerts will entertain visitors at the Onion Festival of Makó on September 7 and 8. You can walk in the “Street of Flavours”, see folk art and talk with the ones who make them. There will be a wide selection of the products of local farmers and manufacturers exhibited. You can taste food made with onion – bread, strudel and scone.
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 Opinion: First Day At School In Hungary: Education Policy Under Fire
- 3 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Liberal critics of different hues accuse the government of authoritarianism and incompetence, for its overhaul of public education
359 School Development Programmes Launched In Hungary Since 2010
- 3 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Hungary is today in a position to be able to develop its schools and education system, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said at a school opening on Monday. Since May 2010, when this Government took office, development programmes have been launched in 359 schools, the Prime Minister said in Törökbálint, West of Budapest, where he inaugurated a new building of the Márton Bálint primary and secondary ...