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WWF Fears Environmental Impact Of Red Mud Disaster In Hungary
- 7 Oct 2010 9:40 AM
- current affairs
"WWF is fearful of the long term environmental impacts following the breach of the residue reservoir of the Ajkai Aluminia Refinery about 160 kilometres south west of Budapest. Four died, six are still missing and 113 were injured as about one million cubic metres of red mud erupted over six villages at 12:25 Monday after the dam broke. The possibly slightly radioactive and highly corrosive ...
More Acts Playing Sziget, 11-16 August 2010
- 13 Apr 2010 7:00 AM
- entertainment
Along with the first shoots of spring, Sziget Festival, one of Europe’s favourite festivals, has announced a whole bouquet of acts arriving to Budapest in the second week of August. This year’s Sziget Festival sees the return of the legendary Iron Maiden. Faithless, the band that attracted the biggest Sziget crowd ever will be back again. Many 'bands of the moment' will also be there, including ...
Danube In The Spotlight On World Water Day
- 31 Mar 2010 1:00 AM
- getting around
"On World Water Day, Danube River Basin countries are looking at an impressive progress made early in the year towards the protection and sustainable use of water and other ecological resources, reaffirming and strengthening their commitment to transboundary cooperation.
The Sky Is Blue, The Grass Is Green And Hungary's C.Bank Cuts Rates 25 bps
- 30 Mar 2010 3:00 AM
- business
"The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) has on Monday reduced its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, as expected. The base rate has not been this low since the change of regime. The Monetary Council has cut the benchmark rate for the ninth consecutive month and by 25 bps for the third time in a row.
Sziget Festival: The Latest Stars, Big Comebacks, Promising Names
- 24 Mar 2010 12:00 AM
- entertainment
"With the first shoots of spring, Sziget Festival, one of Europe’s favourite festivals, has announced a whole bouquet of bands arriving to Budapest in the second week of August. This year’s Sziget festival will bring back the best parties of the past 18 years, for example Iron Maiden will return with their new album, and Faithless, the band that attracted the biggest main stage crowd ever will be ...
Escape From Budapest To Tel Aviv With Malév
- 14 Feb 2008 9:34 AM
- travel
At first glance, the concrete style of Tel Aviv may seem off-putting, yet with a little exploration it’s easy to discover the city's vibrancy. The Mediterranean climate, unique cuisine and rich culture are all positive attractions for any visitor.
Xpat Interview: Daniel "TreeHugger Dan" Swartz
- 8 Mar 2006 11:00 AM
Environmental activist and facilitator, writer and translator, Daniel Swartz has lived in Hungary since 1990. He studied international relations, history, and Chinese Language at Bates College in the United States. Since 1990, he has been working for and with Central and Eastern European environmental NGOs, local and national governments, and businesses on various environmental issues.
WWF Fears Environmental Impact Of Red Mud Disaster In Hungary
- 7 Oct 2010 9:40 AM
- current affairs
"WWF is fearful of the long term environmental impacts following the breach of the residue reservoir of the Ajkai Aluminia Refinery about 160 kilometres south west of Budapest. Four died, six are still missing and 113 were injured as about one million cubic metres of red mud erupted over six villages at 12:25 Monday after the dam broke. The possibly slightly radioactive and highly corrosive ...
More Acts Playing Sziget, 11-16 August 2010
- 13 Apr 2010 7:00 AM
- entertainment
Along with the first shoots of spring, Sziget Festival, one of Europe’s favourite festivals, has announced a whole bouquet of acts arriving to Budapest in the second week of August. This year’s Sziget Festival sees the return of the legendary Iron Maiden. Faithless, the band that attracted the biggest Sziget crowd ever will be back again. Many 'bands of the moment' will also be there, including ...
Danube In The Spotlight On World Water Day
- 31 Mar 2010 1:00 AM
- getting around
"On World Water Day, Danube River Basin countries are looking at an impressive progress made early in the year towards the protection and sustainable use of water and other ecological resources, reaffirming and strengthening their commitment to transboundary cooperation.
The Sky Is Blue, The Grass Is Green And Hungary's C.Bank Cuts Rates 25 bps
- 30 Mar 2010 3:00 AM
- business
"The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) has on Monday reduced its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, as expected. The base rate has not been this low since the change of regime. The Monetary Council has cut the benchmark rate for the ninth consecutive month and by 25 bps for the third time in a row.
Sziget Festival: The Latest Stars, Big Comebacks, Promising Names
- 24 Mar 2010 12:00 AM
- entertainment
"With the first shoots of spring, Sziget Festival, one of Europe’s favourite festivals, has announced a whole bouquet of bands arriving to Budapest in the second week of August. This year’s Sziget festival will bring back the best parties of the past 18 years, for example Iron Maiden will return with their new album, and Faithless, the band that attracted the biggest main stage crowd ever will be ...
Escape From Budapest To Tel Aviv With Malév
- 14 Feb 2008 9:34 AM
- travel
At first glance, the concrete style of Tel Aviv may seem off-putting, yet with a little exploration it’s easy to discover the city's vibrancy. The Mediterranean climate, unique cuisine and rich culture are all positive attractions for any visitor.
Xpat Interview: Daniel "TreeHugger Dan" Swartz
- 8 Mar 2006 11:00 AM
Environmental activist and facilitator, writer and translator, Daniel Swartz has lived in Hungary since 1990. He studied international relations, history, and Chinese Language at Bates College in the United States. Since 1990, he has been working for and with Central and Eastern European environmental NGOs, local and national governments, and businesses on various environmental issues.