330 result(s) for independent media
Actress Speaks Out Against Culture Of Silence
- 31 Oct 2017 7:50 AM
- current affairs
Accusations of sexual harassment and abuse made against American film producer Harvey Weinstein brought turmoil to the Hungarian theatre scene as well after actress Lilla Sárosdi (pictured) shared the story of her alleged sexual assault from twenty years ago on Facebook.
Prime Minister’s Office Second-Largest Advertiser In Hungary In 2016
- 31 Oct 2017 7:48 AM
- current affairs
A study conducted by weCAN, a network of independent communication agencies in Central and Eastern Europe, found that among the 14 countries in the region, only Hungary had its government appear in the top 10 list of spenders on advertising across various media in 2016. In fact, Hungary’s Office of the Prime Minister spent the second-highest amount on advertising in the country after mobile ...
Huffington Post: Hungary Slides Into Authoritarianism As Government Smears Independent Journalists
- 25 Oct 2017 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In a summing-up of Hungary’s current political climate, the Huffington Post calls the country “a 1980s retro version of itself” and cites the bullying of Budapest Beacon contributor Lili Bayer by government spokesman Zoltán Kovács and government mouthpiece 888.hu as evidence of Hungary’s steady slide into authoritarianism.
Local Opinion: Debate Over Media Freedom
- 24 Oct 2017 8:46 AM
- current affairs
As the US charge d’affaires and the Hungarian Civil Liberties Union express concerns over the freedom of the media, a left-wing commentator accuses the government of trying to suppress critical voices in the media. A pro-government columnist remarks that the most popular media outlets are harsh critics of the government.
OFF-Biennale: Art Moves Out Of The “State-Funded Comfort Zone”
- 29 Sep 2017 11:00 AM
- entertainment
OFF-Biennale Budapest is Hungary’s largest independent contemporary art event, a sort of umbrella project under which other individual events are organised. At the core of the international initiative is the opportunity for artists, curators, art groups and galleries to execute their own projects, such as performances, screenings, exhibitions, street art and others.
Escape From Budapest to Shangri-La Hotel In Bangkok: A Tropical City Resort
- 4 Sep 2017 8:59 AM
- travel
An oasis of tranquillity, relaxation and luxury in the heart of Bangkok city, the Shangri-La Hotel opened its doors to guests here back in August 1986. It’s prime location on the famous Chao Phraya River, the “River of Kings,” has contributed to its rapid popularity as a city-resort welcoming a wide range of guests - including business travelers, tourists, and meeting and incentive groups.
Hungarian Daily Reports Gov’t Phone Network Plans
- 16 Aug 2017 8:36 AM
- tech
Magyar Közlöny wrote in its Hivatalos Értesítõ (Official Bulletin) on Monday that documents signed by deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén instruct all state administrative bodies, government offices, state hospitals, government-run public administration bodies, the National Judicial office and the National media and Communication Authority to connect their institutions through an internal landline ...
Billions Of State Funds Spent On Traditional Chinese Medicine
- 3 Aug 2017 8:52 AM
- health & wellness
A small scandal broke out in Hungary when it was announced last week that the Semmelweis medical school is going to receive HUF 1.35 billion (EUR 4.5 million) to construct a brand new building for a center for traditional Chinese medicine. Independent media immediately criticized the fact that the government is spending taxpayer money on medical treatment whose effectiveness has never been ...
Hungary’s PM Orbán To Set Crosshairs On Journalists
- 25 Jul 2017 3:22 AM
- current affairs
"We must stand our ground against the Soros mafia network and bureaucrats in Brussels, and will have to go to battle against the media they operate in the comings months," Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said this past weekend at Tusványos, the annual Fidesz jamboree in Băile Tușnad, Romania.
Actress Speaks Out Against Culture Of Silence
- 31 Oct 2017 7:50 AM
- current affairs
Accusations of sexual harassment and abuse made against American film producer Harvey Weinstein brought turmoil to the Hungarian theatre scene as well after actress Lilla Sárosdi (pictured) shared the story of her alleged sexual assault from twenty years ago on Facebook.
Prime Minister’s Office Second-Largest Advertiser In Hungary In 2016
- 31 Oct 2017 7:48 AM
- current affairs
A study conducted by weCAN, a network of independent communication agencies in Central and Eastern Europe, found that among the 14 countries in the region, only Hungary had its government appear in the top 10 list of spenders on advertising across various media in 2016. In fact, Hungary’s Office of the Prime Minister spent the second-highest amount on advertising in the country after mobile ...
Huffington Post: Hungary Slides Into Authoritarianism As Government Smears Independent Journalists
- 25 Oct 2017 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In a summing-up of Hungary’s current political climate, the Huffington Post calls the country “a 1980s retro version of itself” and cites the bullying of Budapest Beacon contributor Lili Bayer by government spokesman Zoltán Kovács and government mouthpiece 888.hu as evidence of Hungary’s steady slide into authoritarianism.
Local Opinion: Debate Over Media Freedom
- 24 Oct 2017 8:46 AM
- current affairs
As the US charge d’affaires and the Hungarian Civil Liberties Union express concerns over the freedom of the media, a left-wing commentator accuses the government of trying to suppress critical voices in the media. A pro-government columnist remarks that the most popular media outlets are harsh critics of the government.
OFF-Biennale: Art Moves Out Of The “State-Funded Comfort Zone”
- 29 Sep 2017 11:00 AM
- entertainment
OFF-Biennale Budapest is Hungary’s largest independent contemporary art event, a sort of umbrella project under which other individual events are organised. At the core of the international initiative is the opportunity for artists, curators, art groups and galleries to execute their own projects, such as performances, screenings, exhibitions, street art and others.
Escape From Budapest to Shangri-La Hotel In Bangkok: A Tropical City Resort
- 4 Sep 2017 8:59 AM
- travel
An oasis of tranquillity, relaxation and luxury in the heart of Bangkok city, the Shangri-La Hotel opened its doors to guests here back in August 1986. It’s prime location on the famous Chao Phraya River, the “River of Kings,” has contributed to its rapid popularity as a city-resort welcoming a wide range of guests - including business travelers, tourists, and meeting and incentive groups.
Hungarian Daily Reports Gov’t Phone Network Plans
- 16 Aug 2017 8:36 AM
- tech
Magyar Közlöny wrote in its Hivatalos Értesítõ (Official Bulletin) on Monday that documents signed by deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén instruct all state administrative bodies, government offices, state hospitals, government-run public administration bodies, the National Judicial office and the National media and Communication Authority to connect their institutions through an internal landline ...
Billions Of State Funds Spent On Traditional Chinese Medicine
- 3 Aug 2017 8:52 AM
- health & wellness
A small scandal broke out in Hungary when it was announced last week that the Semmelweis medical school is going to receive HUF 1.35 billion (EUR 4.5 million) to construct a brand new building for a center for traditional Chinese medicine. Independent media immediately criticized the fact that the government is spending taxpayer money on medical treatment whose effectiveness has never been ...
Hungary’s PM Orbán To Set Crosshairs On Journalists
- 25 Jul 2017 3:22 AM
- current affairs
"We must stand our ground against the Soros mafia network and bureaucrats in Brussels, and will have to go to battle against the media they operate in the comings months," Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said this past weekend at Tusványos, the annual Fidesz jamboree in Băile Tușnad, Romania.