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Freedom House Ranks Hungary ‘Free’ Democracy In 2016 Global Report
- 2 Feb 2017 8:42 AM
- current affairs
Freedom House (FH) has ranked Hungary as a “free” democracy in its 2016 global report released on Wednesday. The human rights watchdog called populists and autocrats “the dual threat” to global democracy. The report for last year evaluated the state of freedom in 195 countries and 14 territories.
Opinion: The Perils Of Being An Opposition Politician In Hungary
- 31 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
I don’t know whether I will be able to make a coherent story out of the mess the Orbán government most likely has purposefully created regarding the report of the European Commission’s European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) on irregularities—fraud and possible corruption—in connection with the construction of Budapest’s fourth metro line (M4). The report covered the period between 2006 and 2015.
Hungary’s Justice Minister: EU’s External Borders Must Be Strengthened
- 30 Jan 2017 6:32 AM
- current affairs
Unless the external borders of the European Union are strengthened, the flood of migrants could lead to walls going up between EU member states, Hungary’s justice minister, László Trócsányi, said in an interview to The Times of Malta. “In 2015 Europe was perhaps naive but it is now confronting reality ... We believe in the border-free Schengen zone, but for this to work properly the EU’s external ...
Escape From Budapest To Tranquility In Thailand At The Chava Resort Phuket
- 27 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- travel
The perfect location for couples, families and groups looking for 5-star resort facilities, this full-service 'apartments property' also provides guests with an abundance of space and peace. The Chava Resort is contemporary in design with each apartment having a full kitchen, and separate dining and lounge areas that flow onto a balcony, along with large bedrooms and modern bathrooms to make it a ...
Hungary Drops To Fourth Most Corrupt Country In EU, According To Annual TI Survey
- 27 Jan 2017 7:40 AM
- current affairs
Hungary slipped down seven places in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) prepared by anti-corruption organization Transparency International (TI), according to a TI press release. Hungary achieved its lowest score in the last six years with 48 points on a 100-point scale, and its anti-corruption performance has strikingly deteriorated in comparison to the European Union and the Central-Eastern ...
Video: Sziget Dates & New Acts Announced
- 26 Jan 2017 9:20 AM
- entertainment
Sziget, the one-week music and arts festival, will feature Kasabian, Interpol, Billy Talent, Flume, Crystal Fighters, Charli XCX in 2017. The 25th Sziget will be held between 9-16 August this year, again on the 'Island of Freedom' in the middle of Budapest.
Budapest Approves Final 2024 Olympic Locations, Opposition Slams Mayor
- 26 Jan 2017 3:00 AM
- sport
The Budapest assembly on Wednesday approved the final proposal on locations selected under the Hungarian capital’s bid to host the 2024 Olympics. Budapest’s mayor, István Tarlós, has failed to discuss proposals concerning renovating the third metro line or handling the capital’s current smog problem, a Socialist representative said. Budapest assembly approves final 2024 Olympic locations.
Wizz Tours Offers: Best Price Guarantee
- 24 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- specials
Our mission is to deliver the best prices for you every day whichever flight + hotel combination you select. As we are convinced you will not find cheaper prices for flight + hotel combinations within our network, we are delighted to secure your purchase with a Best Price Guarantee. If you find a better price for exactly the same travel period and flight + hotel trip combination elsewhere, we ...
US Ambassador Colleen Bell’s Farewell Interview
- 19 Jan 2017 12:50 AM
- current affairs
“When we talk about civil organizations, we are talking about groups of Hungarians who love their country and joined together in order to improve the country in certain areas. Or in order to give voice to certain matters, like the problem of corruption and the promotion of tolerance, or improving education. They do not constitute a threat to Hungary, but are vital to a democracy For this reason I ...
Freedom House Ranks Hungary ‘Free’ Democracy In 2016 Global Report
- 2 Feb 2017 8:42 AM
- current affairs
Freedom House (FH) has ranked Hungary as a “free” democracy in its 2016 global report released on Wednesday. The human rights watchdog called populists and autocrats “the dual threat” to global democracy. The report for last year evaluated the state of freedom in 195 countries and 14 territories.
Opinion: The Perils Of Being An Opposition Politician In Hungary
- 31 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
I don’t know whether I will be able to make a coherent story out of the mess the Orbán government most likely has purposefully created regarding the report of the European Commission’s European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) on irregularities—fraud and possible corruption—in connection with the construction of Budapest’s fourth metro line (M4). The report covered the period between 2006 and 2015.
Hungary’s Justice Minister: EU’s External Borders Must Be Strengthened
- 30 Jan 2017 6:32 AM
- current affairs
Unless the external borders of the European Union are strengthened, the flood of migrants could lead to walls going up between EU member states, Hungary’s justice minister, László Trócsányi, said in an interview to The Times of Malta. “In 2015 Europe was perhaps naive but it is now confronting reality ... We believe in the border-free Schengen zone, but for this to work properly the EU’s external ...
Escape From Budapest To Tranquility In Thailand At The Chava Resort Phuket
- 27 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- travel
The perfect location for couples, families and groups looking for 5-star resort facilities, this full-service 'apartments property' also provides guests with an abundance of space and peace. The Chava Resort is contemporary in design with each apartment having a full kitchen, and separate dining and lounge areas that flow onto a balcony, along with large bedrooms and modern bathrooms to make it a ...
Hungary Drops To Fourth Most Corrupt Country In EU, According To Annual TI Survey
- 27 Jan 2017 7:40 AM
- current affairs
Hungary slipped down seven places in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) prepared by anti-corruption organization Transparency International (TI), according to a TI press release. Hungary achieved its lowest score in the last six years with 48 points on a 100-point scale, and its anti-corruption performance has strikingly deteriorated in comparison to the European Union and the Central-Eastern ...
Video: Sziget Dates & New Acts Announced
- 26 Jan 2017 9:20 AM
- entertainment
Sziget, the one-week music and arts festival, will feature Kasabian, Interpol, Billy Talent, Flume, Crystal Fighters, Charli XCX in 2017. The 25th Sziget will be held between 9-16 August this year, again on the 'Island of Freedom' in the middle of Budapest.
Budapest Approves Final 2024 Olympic Locations, Opposition Slams Mayor
- 26 Jan 2017 3:00 AM
- sport
The Budapest assembly on Wednesday approved the final proposal on locations selected under the Hungarian capital’s bid to host the 2024 Olympics. Budapest’s mayor, István Tarlós, has failed to discuss proposals concerning renovating the third metro line or handling the capital’s current smog problem, a Socialist representative said. Budapest assembly approves final 2024 Olympic locations.
Wizz Tours Offers: Best Price Guarantee
- 24 Jan 2017 8:00 AM
- specials
Our mission is to deliver the best prices for you every day whichever flight + hotel combination you select. As we are convinced you will not find cheaper prices for flight + hotel combinations within our network, we are delighted to secure your purchase with a Best Price Guarantee. If you find a better price for exactly the same travel period and flight + hotel trip combination elsewhere, we ...
US Ambassador Colleen Bell’s Farewell Interview
- 19 Jan 2017 12:50 AM
- current affairs
“When we talk about civil organizations, we are talking about groups of Hungarians who love their country and joined together in order to improve the country in certain areas. Or in order to give voice to certain matters, like the problem of corruption and the promotion of tolerance, or improving education. They do not constitute a threat to Hungary, but are vital to a democracy For this reason I ...