137 result(s) for jail
Xpat Opinion: Former Hungarian PM's Officials Convicted Of Espionage
- 14 Jul 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
According to one of the definitions, a “show trial” is “a public trial of a political offender conducted chiefly for propagandistic purposes.” In Hungarian there is a similar word for a show trial, “kirakatper” (kirakat = shop window), but more often than not it is called “koncepciós per,” which in my opinion better describes the nature of such trials. The accusers strive during the investigation ...
Flood Protection Created Huge And Successful Cooperation In Hungary
- 25 Jun 2013 9:01 AM
- current affairs
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán gave an interview that was published in regional newspapers belonging to the Axel Springer group of companies in which he among others spoke about flood protection, the government's programme, the economy, the opposition, the media and expectations regarding next year's election campaign.
Hungarian Prisoner Strolls Out Of Dresden Jail
- 17 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A Hungarian prisoner “walked out” of a Dresden jail after switching places with his cellmate, prison director Ulrich Schwarzer told state news agency MTI on Thursday. The escape was discovered on Wednesday, roughly 30 minutes after the 32-year-old man had left the penitentiary.
Roma Jailed In Hungary For “Crime Against Nation”
- 10 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Miskolc Court on Thursday handed down prison terms ranging from two and half to four years to nine Roma people from Sajóbábony, Borsod county, finding them guilty of “crimes against the nation”.
Tobin May Serve One Or Two Days Here In Hungary
- 4 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Francis Ciaran Tobin may return to Ireland one or two days after he begins to serve his prison term in Hungary, and may serve the rest of his sentence there, Justice Minister Tibor Navracsics told M1’s “Az Este” programme on Wednesday evening.
Hundreds Protest At Fidesz HQ In Budapest
- 2 Apr 2013 8:59 AM
- current affairs
Hundreds of people protested in favour of the rule of law outside Fidesz headquarters on Saturday afternoon to mark the 25th anniversary of the foundation of the party. Party activists hung a banner on the building, wishing protesters a happy Easter, while police turned out in large numbers.
Invitation: Valentine Day's Gala Dinner, Corinthia Hotel Budapest, 16 February
- 8 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- specials
We are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Gala to be held on February 16, 2013. According to one legend, an imprisoned Valentine actually sent the first "valentine" greeting himself after he fell in love with a young girl - possibly his jailor's daughter - who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter signed "From your ...
Suspended Jail Term For Far-Right Activist In Hungary
- 10 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
An unspecified court has given far-right activist Tamás Polgár, also known as Tomcat, a 14-month jail sentence, suspended for five years, the Hungarian Helsinki Committee announced Wednesday. Tomcat wrote “collect 20 people, go down and beat them up without a word,” in a 2009 blog.
Brit Foreign Sec William Hague In Budapest For Cyberspace Talks
- 4 Oct 2012 1:01 AM
- current affairs
British Foreign Secretary Hague is participating in the Budapest Conference on Cyberspace, and will have bilateral meetings with Hungarian PM Orbán and Foreign Minister János Martonyi. The Foreign Secretary said: “I am delighted to be back in Budapest to strengthen our already strong bilateral relationship with Hungary. We co-operate closely as EU partners and NATO allies, and together we are ...
Xpat Opinion: Former Hungarian PM's Officials Convicted Of Espionage
- 14 Jul 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
According to one of the definitions, a “show trial” is “a public trial of a political offender conducted chiefly for propagandistic purposes.” In Hungarian there is a similar word for a show trial, “kirakatper” (kirakat = shop window), but more often than not it is called “koncepciós per,” which in my opinion better describes the nature of such trials. The accusers strive during the investigation ...
Flood Protection Created Huge And Successful Cooperation In Hungary
- 25 Jun 2013 9:01 AM
- current affairs
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán gave an interview that was published in regional newspapers belonging to the Axel Springer group of companies in which he among others spoke about flood protection, the government's programme, the economy, the opposition, the media and expectations regarding next year's election campaign.
Hungarian Prisoner Strolls Out Of Dresden Jail
- 17 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A Hungarian prisoner “walked out” of a Dresden jail after switching places with his cellmate, prison director Ulrich Schwarzer told state news agency MTI on Thursday. The escape was discovered on Wednesday, roughly 30 minutes after the 32-year-old man had left the penitentiary.
Roma Jailed In Hungary For “Crime Against Nation”
- 10 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Miskolc Court on Thursday handed down prison terms ranging from two and half to four years to nine Roma people from Sajóbábony, Borsod county, finding them guilty of “crimes against the nation”.
Tobin May Serve One Or Two Days Here In Hungary
- 4 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Francis Ciaran Tobin may return to Ireland one or two days after he begins to serve his prison term in Hungary, and may serve the rest of his sentence there, Justice Minister Tibor Navracsics told M1’s “Az Este” programme on Wednesday evening.
Hundreds Protest At Fidesz HQ In Budapest
- 2 Apr 2013 8:59 AM
- current affairs
Hundreds of people protested in favour of the rule of law outside Fidesz headquarters on Saturday afternoon to mark the 25th anniversary of the foundation of the party. Party activists hung a banner on the building, wishing protesters a happy Easter, while police turned out in large numbers.
Invitation: Valentine Day's Gala Dinner, Corinthia Hotel Budapest, 16 February
- 8 Feb 2013 8:00 AM
- specials
We are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Gala to be held on February 16, 2013. According to one legend, an imprisoned Valentine actually sent the first "valentine" greeting himself after he fell in love with a young girl - possibly his jailor's daughter - who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter signed "From your ...
Suspended Jail Term For Far-Right Activist In Hungary
- 10 Jan 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
An unspecified court has given far-right activist Tamás Polgár, also known as Tomcat, a 14-month jail sentence, suspended for five years, the Hungarian Helsinki Committee announced Wednesday. Tomcat wrote “collect 20 people, go down and beat them up without a word,” in a 2009 blog.
Brit Foreign Sec William Hague In Budapest For Cyberspace Talks
- 4 Oct 2012 1:01 AM
- current affairs
British Foreign Secretary Hague is participating in the Budapest Conference on Cyberspace, and will have bilateral meetings with Hungarian PM Orbán and Foreign Minister János Martonyi. The Foreign Secretary said: “I am delighted to be back in Budapest to strengthen our already strong bilateral relationship with Hungary. We co-operate closely as EU partners and NATO allies, and together we are ...