Archive for: December, 2009

Hungarian Language Defined by Word Stems

Hungarian word stems make up the core vocabulary and are used in a complex system to form word trees. While this phenomenon is present in other languages, it is a major characteristic of Hungarian and a possible proof of its ancient origins. The Hungarian language is agglutinative. This means that, contrary to most other languages, [...]

Pickled vegetables serve unique role in Hungarian gastronomy

A part of most Magyar dishes, the role of ‘savanyusag’ is often misunderstood by foreigners in Hungary.

Hungarian Security Office Reveals Oszod Probe Findings

A secret service study claims that the fomer PM’s speech was not wiretapped but recorded as a personal conference log.

Prime Minister Urges Agreement at Climate Summit

The PM stressed Hungary’s low per capita emission levels compared to developed nations, in a preliminary speech.

Trade Association Expects Christmas Downturn for Retailers

The crisis will even affect holiday sales, although retailers hope for the Christmas gift rush to boost sales, despite weak buying power.

No Flight Delays Expected Despite Major Snowfall

A Budapest Airport press release assures smooth flight schedules despite major snowfall and weather forecasts of continued bad weather.

Justice Minister Steps Down, Media Speculates Timing

Draskovics denied hidden motives behind his resignation, while the opposition accused the Minister of hiding a skeleton in the closet.

Tesco Union Workers Affirm Right to Strike in Hungary

A first-instance court ruling condemned employer warnings handed out to workers staging a strike against violated agreements.

Hungarian Business Leaders Forum Awards Journalists

HBLF recently held its the awarding ceremony for its Media for Society program, honoring journalists contributing to corporate social responsibility.

Hungarian Academy Hosts World Science Forum

Science funding took center stage in a series of conferences hosted in Budapest, attended by the global figureheads of science policy.

Hungarian Goulash: Facts and History

Goulash was already present during the 2nd century, according to Chinese scholarly records of nomadic gastronomy.

Are Hungarians Just a Dream?

The unique mythology of Hungarians tells the story of their forefathers arriving from the world of dreams.

Hungary’s Ben Franklin Contributed to Founding U.S.

Agoston Haraszty, an influential Hungarian emigrant to the U.S., left his mark on the formation of the state of California.

Taking a Look at Paprika, the Hungarian Spice

The paprika is one of the distinctively Hungarian spices, and its use is prevalent in many Hungarian dishes.

Father of the radio: Hungarian Tivadar Puskas

Puskas allegedly also introduced the word ‘hello’, during his testing of his other invention, the telephone exchange.

Hungarian Food Presents Vegetarian Alternative

Hungary’s vegetable stew is called ‘fozelek’. The dish has developed into a complex system of toppings and cooking methods.

Bacon’s Origins Could Reside in Hungary

According to cultural rumors, Hungarian ‘szalonna’ is the father of modern bacon, both in name and form.

Several Hungarians Among Hollywood’s Founders

Among others, William Fox, the father of 20th Century Fox, was born Fuchs Vilmos in Hungary.

Major World Patents Originally Hungarian

Including Gauss geometry, the VW Beetle and the electric starter

Simple Metallurgist Unearths Alternative History

New-age movement built on Zoltan Pal’s findings

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