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International coalition calls for ban on aspartame
The European Commission and EU member states are under increasing pressure after an international coalition launched a petition calling for a ban on aspartame. The initiative is backed by organisations...
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50% discount on the second flight ticket in Wizz Air’s February promotion
Wizz Air is offering a special offer for February 5th, offering passengers a 50 percent discount on the price of a second flight ticket on selected flights. The offer is...
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PepsiCo’s financial performance last year fell short of expectations
PepsiCo’s financial performance last year fell short of expectations, with North America in particular a disappointment. Consumers’ healthier lifestyles and weight-loss trends have challenged the soft drink and snack giant....
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Samsung to showcase Color E-Paper and AI Signage display solutions at ISE 2025
Samsung is showcasing its next-generation business displays, powered by AI, at ISE (Integrated System Europe) 2025 in Barcelona. Samsung Color E-Paper delivers advanced energy efficiency, while SmartThings Pro and Interactive...
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Rossmann’s new logistics center in Üllő was completed in record time
The Rossmann drugstore chain has begun the system technology development of its new headquarters, after the developer, Panattoni Hungary, and the owner, OTP Real Estate Investment Fund, handed over the...
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GVH has decided: Wizz Air will refund thousands of passengers
Wizz Air deceived its passengers, and the company must pay a refund due to unfair commercial practices, the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) told MTI on Friday. According to the competition...
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Mészáros Group’s next step in the poultry industry: full control over Gallicoop
On January 27, an interesting document was published on the website of the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH), reporting on a significant corporate transaction. According to the announcement, Csabatáj Mezőgazdasági Zrt.,...
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Unilever and Tesco: There is no future without sustainability
Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher has said it is time for companies to take serious action on sustainability, while Tesco Group CEO Ken Murphy has warned that companies that ignore sustainability...
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The factory in Környe is expanding with new production technology
The new extruder production line and production area were inaugurated in a ceremonial setting at Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ adhesive factory in Környe. The event was also attended by Péter Szijjártó,...
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Private label products: quality and affordable price in balance
When choosing a store, nearly 60% of customers’ decisions are influenced by private label products, which appear as the sixth most important aspect. The key to their success is excellent...
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The Globus canning factory in Debrecen announced mass layoffs
The Globus canning factory in Debrecen has announced significant staff cuts in order to reduce operating costs. The company was forced to make this difficult decision due to the challenges...
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BURGER KING® restaurant opens in Budakalász
A BURGER KING® restaurant will open in Budakalász on February 4th, waiting for hamburger fans in Omsk Park. With the opening, residents of the city and surrounding towns can also...
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Hungarian code modernization AI startup Kodesage closes €2.3 million investment round
Kodesage has successfully closed its first, €2.3 million early-stage investment round. The company’s AI-powered platform revolutionizes and simplifies the modernization of large enterprises’ legacy software systems – all while maintaining...
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Milka chocolates will be smaller due to the increase in cocoa prices
Chocolate production is undergoing significant changes worldwide, as the drastic rise in cocoa prices poses new challenges for the industry. Mondelez, the manufacturer of Milka chocolates, has decided to take...
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Smart assistant-equipped phones have arrived
A new era of mobile phones has arrived: the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally changing the way we use our devices. The latest generation of devices, such as...
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Positive Adamsky’s most successful agency leaders of the year
Two management members of Positive Adamsky won agency leadership categories in the Agency People of the Year competition. Andrea Nagy, CEO of Positive Adamsky’s PR member agency, was named Head...
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Red Bull Zero returns with a new taste and look
One of the largest energy drink companies is starting the year with a brand new flavor that is free of calories and sugar. The renewed Red Bull Zero is an...
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ALDI customers collected 210 tons of donations for charity
ALDI also participated in numerous charity campaigns in 2024, and, involving its customers, collected a record amount of donations for those in need in collaboration with several organizations at the...
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Gordon Ramsay chose Rama’s plant-based butter alternative
Flora Food Group, which also produces and distributes Flora and Rama margarines, has signed a partnership agreement with Gordon Ramsay. As part of the joint work, the world-famous chef shows...
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The EU has approved another alternative protein source: flour beetle larva powder
The European Union has taken another step towards the introduction of alternative protein sources: on 20 January it authorised the marketing of powdered larvae of the UV-treated common mealworm (Tenebrio...
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GLAMOUR Valentine’s Day: the exclusive shopping holiday is coming in February
The GLAMOUR Valentine’s Days powered by ROSSMANN event will be held for the first time between February 10-16, offering special discounts to those interested in beauty, hygiene products and decorative...
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Wizz Air approaches historic milestone: Ambitious plans for 2025
According to Wizz Air CEO József Váradi, 2025 could bring more success than ever for the company. Despite last year’s difficulties, the airline expects 75 million passengers, which would represent...
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Fresh Corner café opens at Corvinus University of Budapest
MOL has opened its latest Fresh Corner store in a new location, at Corvinus University of Budapest. The café, integrated into the university environment, is located at the Közgáz Campus,...
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Fanta and Xbox collaboration brings color to gray everyday life
Fanta and Xbox announced their strategic partnership on January 20, bringing together the favorite brands of young gamers to bring color to the most gloomy time of the year. As...
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Auchan announced wage increases
Auchan is increasing the wages of its employees who perform physical work in its stores by an average of nearly 7 percent, so in the regions that employ the most...
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Visa and Disney enter into multi-year strategic partnership
Today, The Walt Disney Company and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, announced a strategic alliance that will bring a host of benefits and offers to millions of Disney...
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Nébih: the manufacturer withdrew ready-to-cook husked barley
Due to insect contamination, Életfa Élelem Kft. has recalled the product “Kitchen-ready husked barley in cooking bags, 2×125 g” from circulation – the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) drew...
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GLAMOUR Valentine’s Days at ROSSMANN
The GLAMOUR Valentine’s Day powered by ROSSMANN event will take place for the first time between February 10-16. The online coupons will be visible on the GLAMOUR+ platforms from January...
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New professional leader at the head of DDC’s Communication and Marketing Department
From December 2024, Ildikó Slániczné Molnár will hold the position of Head of the Communication and Marketing Department of Duna-Dráva Cement Kft. (DDC). The new year will also bring renewed...
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Auchan opens unmanned smart store
International tourism has returned to pre-coronavirus levels, with 1.4 billion tourists travelling worldwide last year, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) said in a preliminary report published on its...
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