33 result(s) for initiative in Sport
Hungarian Parliament Debates Olympic Bid
- 1 Jul 2015 9:00 AM
- sport
Parliament began general debate on Budapest’s bid to host the 2024 Olympics yesterday, with Fidesz MP Erik Bánki declaring in the keynote speech that there is exemplary social unity behind the initiative, adding that such consensus is “as rare in Hungarian public affairs as a white raven”. The potential revenue for the economy could reach Ft 1.1 trillion, while the investments required to stage ...
Budapest To Host 2017 FINA World Aquatics Championships
- 12 Mar 2015 8:02 AM
- sport
Budapest is to host the 2017 FINA World Championships, which will be the biggest international event so far in the history of Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced at a press conference on Wednesday. He was speaking after signing an agreement on this with the Executive Director of the International Swimming Federation (FINA) Cornel Marculescu.
Happy 2nd Birthday To ‘Vác FC In The Community’
- 29 Jan 2015 12:50 AM
- sport
Founded in Q1 2013; ‘Vác FC in the Community’ is an independent initiative operated on a 'not-for-profit' basis, which is affiliated to and supported by Vác Futball Club Kft.
Football Remembers – Christmas Truce 1914
- 19 Dec 2014 9:50 AM
- sport
The WWI Christmas Truce in 1914 was commemorated with a friendly football match between the British Embassy and the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Night Of Motion In Budapest, 28 June
- 26 Jun 2014 1:00 AM
- sport
On the 28th of June, Heroes’ Square and its area will become a playground for those who seek active leisure. On that night, 10+1 sports can be practiced for free from 10 pm ’till early morning – some of that you already know and some less ordinary as well.
Vodafone Unveils World Class Skate Park In Budapest
- 12 Jun 2014 2:35 AM
- sport
As part of the global Vodafone Firsts initiative, an international skating event saw the unveiling of the world class Görzenál park in Budapest. The refurbishment of one of Europe’s biggest skating and recreational parks has made the dream for hundreds or even a thousand Hungarian skaters a reality.
Madrid Pays Tribute To Magic Hungarian Soccer Player Puskás
- 8 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- sport
Entitled “Puskás Homage”, weeks of remembrance have started in Madrid. A bust of Ferenc Puskás, perhaps the best known Hungarian in history, has been unveiled, erstwhile companions reminisced about him during a forum and an exhibition of objects related to his life has been opened. The show is expected to draw over a hundred thousand visitors.
Fundraising Swim Across Balaton By British Ambassador To Hungary
- 14 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- sport
British Ambassador to Hungary Jonathan Knott is preparing for a charity swim across the Lake Balaton. The high ranking UK diplomat will swim 5200 meters from Révfülöp to Balatonboglár on 6 July with the aim of raising funds for the Hungarian National Lifesavers Service Association (VMSZ) and its British sister agency, the Royal National Lifesavers Institute (RNLI).
Invitation: RunFit In Budapest, Every Saturday
- 12 Apr 2013 9:01 AM
- sport
RunFit is about running different types of terrain - city, trails, and hills - incorporating a 20-minute fitness bootcamp half-way. This new initiative started on 9th of February and will continue every Saturday (except for the 30th of March)at 10am. The expat organiser, Malcolm Trussler, says it's for anyone who just wants to improve their fitness, get fit for a race, or be ready to meet any ...
Hungarian Parliament Debates Olympic Bid
- 1 Jul 2015 9:00 AM
- sport
Parliament began general debate on Budapest’s bid to host the 2024 Olympics yesterday, with Fidesz MP Erik Bánki declaring in the keynote speech that there is exemplary social unity behind the initiative, adding that such consensus is “as rare in Hungarian public affairs as a white raven”. The potential revenue for the economy could reach Ft 1.1 trillion, while the investments required to stage ...
Budapest To Host 2017 FINA World Aquatics Championships
- 12 Mar 2015 8:02 AM
- sport
Budapest is to host the 2017 FINA World Championships, which will be the biggest international event so far in the history of Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced at a press conference on Wednesday. He was speaking after signing an agreement on this with the Executive Director of the International Swimming Federation (FINA) Cornel Marculescu.
Happy 2nd Birthday To ‘Vác FC In The Community’
- 29 Jan 2015 12:50 AM
- sport
Founded in Q1 2013; ‘Vác FC in the Community’ is an independent initiative operated on a 'not-for-profit' basis, which is affiliated to and supported by Vác Futball Club Kft.
Football Remembers – Christmas Truce 1914
- 19 Dec 2014 9:50 AM
- sport
The WWI Christmas Truce in 1914 was commemorated with a friendly football match between the British Embassy and the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Night Of Motion In Budapest, 28 June
- 26 Jun 2014 1:00 AM
- sport
On the 28th of June, Heroes’ Square and its area will become a playground for those who seek active leisure. On that night, 10+1 sports can be practiced for free from 10 pm ’till early morning – some of that you already know and some less ordinary as well.
Vodafone Unveils World Class Skate Park In Budapest
- 12 Jun 2014 2:35 AM
- sport
As part of the global Vodafone Firsts initiative, an international skating event saw the unveiling of the world class Görzenál park in Budapest. The refurbishment of one of Europe’s biggest skating and recreational parks has made the dream for hundreds or even a thousand Hungarian skaters a reality.
Madrid Pays Tribute To Magic Hungarian Soccer Player Puskás
- 8 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- sport
Entitled “Puskás Homage”, weeks of remembrance have started in Madrid. A bust of Ferenc Puskás, perhaps the best known Hungarian in history, has been unveiled, erstwhile companions reminisced about him during a forum and an exhibition of objects related to his life has been opened. The show is expected to draw over a hundred thousand visitors.
Fundraising Swim Across Balaton By British Ambassador To Hungary
- 14 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- sport
British Ambassador to Hungary Jonathan Knott is preparing for a charity swim across the Lake Balaton. The high ranking UK diplomat will swim 5200 meters from Révfülöp to Balatonboglár on 6 July with the aim of raising funds for the Hungarian National Lifesavers Service Association (VMSZ) and its British sister agency, the Royal National Lifesavers Institute (RNLI).
Invitation: RunFit In Budapest, Every Saturday
- 12 Apr 2013 9:01 AM
- sport
RunFit is about running different types of terrain - city, trails, and hills - incorporating a 20-minute fitness bootcamp half-way. This new initiative started on 9th of February and will continue every Saturday (except for the 30th of March)at 10am. The expat organiser, Malcolm Trussler, says it's for anyone who just wants to improve their fitness, get fit for a race, or be ready to meet any ...