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New Hungarian Puzzle A Hit At New York Toy Fair
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The logical toy SmartEgg, invented by András Zagyvai, was presented at the New York Toy Fair last month, the Hungarian producer Art & Smart Egg announced. The device won a prize at the International Puzzle Party in Washington in 2012 and it to be distributed in the US by University Games.
Hungarian Parliamentary Election 2014: 1559 Candidates To Contest 106 Seats On April 6
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
When the Hungarian parliamentary election 2014 is held on 6 April, voters will have an average of 15 candidates per electoral district to choose from. In Baranya county’s fourth electoral district 29 different candidates will be on the ballot. Up for grabs are 106 out of a total of 199 seats in parliament.
Xpat Opinion: March 15th: A National Celebration In Hungary
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
March 15th, 1848, was the day when Hungary’s poet, Sándor Petöfi, stood on the steps of the National Museum and recited the poem which was to mobilise Hungarians into an (unsuccessful) attempt to overthrow the yoke of Austrian oppression, and win the nation independence and freedom. The anniversary of this event was marked under communism, just as it is remembered today – albeit that present-day ...
Hungary’s Former Socialist Politician Zuschlag Says Bribed By Socialists In 2006
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Former Socialist politician János Zuschlag says he was bribed by the Socialist party in 2006 to step down as a parliamentary candidate. On learning that he was planning on running for office again in 2006, the Socialists gave Zuschlag 50 million forints (EUR 161,780) in cash in return for forfeiting his candidacy, Zuschlag, who has spent time behind bars for corruption, told business daily Napi ...
Jobbik Pledges To Boost State Funding For IVF Programme In Hungary
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The radical nationalist Jobbik pledges to increase state funding for promoting IVF for infertile couples, the party’s spokeswoman said. Infertility affects about a fifth of couples in Hungary, said Dóra Duró, adding that support for their inclusion in an vitro fertilisation programme is a main pillar of Jobbik’s demographic policy.
Jobbik Gains Support In Hungary
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The radical nationalist Jobbik party gained support in February while ruling party Fidesz’s backing eased a touch, according to the latest poll published by Medián. Fidesz still leads at 36% as against 23% support for Unity, 14% for Jobbik and 3% for LMP within Medián’s whole sample. Among decided voters, Fidesz leads 49 to 30% against Unity. Jobbik had 18% and LMP 3%.
Hungary’s Left-Wing Alliance Changes Its Name
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The left-wing alliance is changing its name from “Összefogás” (Unity) to “Kormányváltás” (Change of Government), Socialist campaign chief Zsolt Molnár told ATV on Thursday. Insisting that “Unity” was the alliance’s slogan, not its name, he said the word would not have been put on ballots in any case, as it is the name of another party and could be misleading.
Have A Blast: Drive A Tank In Tapolca
- 6 Mar 2014 9:45 AM
- entertainment
In the former Kinizsi Army Barracks at Tapolca, where Hungary's SCUD missiles were once stationed, you can try your hand at driving or just riding in a tank - or even renting one for a unique team building or stag-party event. It's also possible to try firing a few old military weapons.
Balaton Sound Festival Hungary: Early Bird Tickets Almost Sold Out
- 6 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
MasterCard Balaton Sound organizers announced that 98% of the early bird passes have been already sold. Tickets are selling with a record speed this year, so the discounted sales period will end this week. Afterwards only full-priced passes and day tickets will be available, also in a limited number. MasterCard Balaton Sound is held between 10-13 July 2014.
New Hungarian Puzzle A Hit At New York Toy Fair
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The logical toy SmartEgg, invented by András Zagyvai, was presented at the New York Toy Fair last month, the Hungarian producer Art & Smart Egg announced. The device won a prize at the International Puzzle Party in Washington in 2012 and it to be distributed in the US by University Games.
Hungarian Parliamentary Election 2014: 1559 Candidates To Contest 106 Seats On April 6
- 11 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
When the Hungarian parliamentary election 2014 is held on 6 April, voters will have an average of 15 candidates per electoral district to choose from. In Baranya county’s fourth electoral district 29 different candidates will be on the ballot. Up for grabs are 106 out of a total of 199 seats in parliament.
Xpat Opinion: March 15th: A National Celebration In Hungary
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
March 15th, 1848, was the day when Hungary’s poet, Sándor Petöfi, stood on the steps of the National Museum and recited the poem which was to mobilise Hungarians into an (unsuccessful) attempt to overthrow the yoke of Austrian oppression, and win the nation independence and freedom. The anniversary of this event was marked under communism, just as it is remembered today – albeit that present-day ...
Hungary’s Former Socialist Politician Zuschlag Says Bribed By Socialists In 2006
- 10 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Former Socialist politician János Zuschlag says he was bribed by the Socialist party in 2006 to step down as a parliamentary candidate. On learning that he was planning on running for office again in 2006, the Socialists gave Zuschlag 50 million forints (EUR 161,780) in cash in return for forfeiting his candidacy, Zuschlag, who has spent time behind bars for corruption, told business daily Napi ...
Jobbik Pledges To Boost State Funding For IVF Programme In Hungary
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The radical nationalist Jobbik pledges to increase state funding for promoting IVF for infertile couples, the party’s spokeswoman said. Infertility affects about a fifth of couples in Hungary, said Dóra Duró, adding that support for their inclusion in an vitro fertilisation programme is a main pillar of Jobbik’s demographic policy.
Jobbik Gains Support In Hungary
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The radical nationalist Jobbik party gained support in February while ruling party Fidesz’s backing eased a touch, according to the latest poll published by Medián. Fidesz still leads at 36% as against 23% support for Unity, 14% for Jobbik and 3% for LMP within Medián’s whole sample. Among decided voters, Fidesz leads 49 to 30% against Unity. Jobbik had 18% and LMP 3%.
Hungary’s Left-Wing Alliance Changes Its Name
- 7 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The left-wing alliance is changing its name from “Összefogás” (Unity) to “Kormányváltás” (Change of Government), Socialist campaign chief Zsolt Molnár told ATV on Thursday. Insisting that “Unity” was the alliance’s slogan, not its name, he said the word would not have been put on ballots in any case, as it is the name of another party and could be misleading.
Have A Blast: Drive A Tank In Tapolca
- 6 Mar 2014 9:45 AM
- entertainment
In the former Kinizsi Army Barracks at Tapolca, where Hungary's SCUD missiles were once stationed, you can try your hand at driving or just riding in a tank - or even renting one for a unique team building or stag-party event. It's also possible to try firing a few old military weapons.
Balaton Sound Festival Hungary: Early Bird Tickets Almost Sold Out
- 6 Mar 2014 8:00 AM
- entertainment
MasterCard Balaton Sound organizers announced that 98% of the early bird passes have been already sold. Tickets are selling with a record speed this year, so the discounted sales period will end this week. Afterwards only full-priced passes and day tickets will be available, also in a limited number. MasterCard Balaton Sound is held between 10-13 July 2014.