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Attila Till, MOHU’s ambassador, spoke about his thoughts on DRS
MOHU’s DRS has successfully recycled 100 million bottles since its launch. The system, introduced in the summer, aims to increase the recycling rate of PET bottles from 40% to 90%....
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PENNY stores only close on August 20th
You can conveniently do your shopping even on the holiday weekend, as PENNY’s discount stores in Hungary are only closed on August 20, Tuesday. From Friday to Sunday during the...
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Resolution regarding the GVH procedure initiated against Szentkirályi Hungary
Yesterday, the Economic Competition Authority (GVH) announced in a press release that it had initiated proceedings against Szentkirályi Magyarország Kft., along with several other actors, due to suspicion of consumer...
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With a new partner, Primark is improving its colleagues’ training in circular design
The international fashion retailer Primark is launching a training program for its designers and product teams in partnership with the Circular Textiles Foundation (CTF). The new training will focus on...
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The more resistant cocoa plants of the future were born in the midst of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Promising Israeli agricultural research to create more drought-tolerant cocoa plants has nearly failed after the armed conflict between Israel and Palestine crippled the trial site. However, the 18 cacao seedlings...
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Dangerous substances have been found in the products of Chinese e-commerce giants
The security risks of products sold by Chinese online giants such as Shein, Temu and AliExpress have once again come under the spotlight. According to the latest investigation by the...
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Szallas.hu: many people travel to Lake Balaton on the long weekend of August 20
Every third traveler rests on Lake Balaton during the four-day weekend of August 20; Siófok, Hajdúszoboszló, Hévíz, Eger and Szeged attract the most guests, Szallas.hu announced based on Wednesday’s booking...
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Starbucks CEO leaves due to falling sales and scandals
After just two years, Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan is stepping down as a result of falling sales and scandals surrounding the company. According to a BBC report, Starbucks sales have...
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After three thousand years, the beer of the ancient Egyptians was brewed again
The intersection of history, archeology and gastronomy is becoming increasingly popular, and in recent years many ancient foods and drinks have been recreated by enthusiastic researchers, archaeologists and amateurs. One...
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Will airbnb-type accommodations be banned in Budapest? Tightening is coming
The regulation of short-term housing rentals in Budapest is back on the agenda, after the 7th district municipality announced that a decisive vote on banning Airbnb-type accommodation will be held...
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Wizz Air offers HUF 4,000 last minute tickets for an annual membership fee
Wizz Air is launching a new program that is the first in Europe to offer cheap, last-minute travel options in exchange for an annual membership fee. In the framework of...
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The Sziget festival has new goals for 2025
A new era in the history of the Sziget Festival begins after the 30th anniversary event. Tamás Kádár, the main organizer of the festival, announced on Tuesday that significant changes...
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The number of visitors to Turkey increased by 13.9 percent in the first half of the year
In the first six months of this year, the number of visitors to Turkey increased by 13.9 percent to 26.1 million compared to a year earlier, the Turkish Tourism and...
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Again “Lecsó-cooking festival and Family day” in Szeged
You can now apply for IV. Premium Market Picnic for the soup-cooking competition! This year, the event will be held on Saturday, September 21, in Szeged, organized by Vitaminszalon. The...
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Luxury hobby attracts crowds to the shores of Lake Balaton
In Hungary, more and more people are discovering the joys of surfing, and the sport’s popularity is constantly growing. This is not surprising, since it is possible to surf in...
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Garlic is healthier than we thought
Ikaria, the Greek island known as one of the “Blue Zones” of the world, stands out for its percentage of people reaching the age of 100. Speaking to CNBC, a...
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Inflation slowed in the United States in July
In July, inflation and core inflation in the United States slowed down as expected, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s statistical institute in Washington. Based on Wednesday’s report from...
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Cow-free cheese: German consumers increasingly open to precision fermentation-based products
Many German consumers are open to trying and buying precision fermentation-based (PF) cheese, researchers at the University of Göttingen, Germany, have found. Some 57% of those surveyed were willing to...
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Aldi Süd sends kebab food trucks on tour through Germany
Aldi capitalizes on rising restaurant prices and puts a spotlight on its private label fast food ranges. Food trucks selling Aldi kebabs are on a roadshow in several German cities....
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Covirán Eyes Acquisition Of Some Auchan Stores In Portugal
Spanish supermarket chain Covirán is considering the potential acquisition of some Auchan stores in Portugal as the French retailer is forced to sell off some of its outlets in the...
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Nespresso debuts honey-based product line
Nespresso USA has launched Nespresso Bloom, a range of honey-based products. The line includes Coffee Blossom Honey and Coffee Blossom Honey Syrup. The coffee blossom honey is a raw honey...
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At the EU level, the increase in performance of domestic livestock breeding is also outstanding
The performance of the Hungarian pig, poultry and dairy sectors increased significantly in the first half of 2024, even in comparison with the European Union, and the export rate of...
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Can our pets really get sick from the climate?
As the summers get hotter every year, more and more people decide to install a modern air conditioner. These devices make it easier and more comfortable for us to get...
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Hungary’s most colorful festival starts on August 15 in Debrecen
A Szent István napi programokról, a készülő virágkocsikról és a karneváli menetről tartottak sajtótájékoztatót a szervezők augusztus 14-én a debreceni Medicor-udvarban, a készülő kompozíciók helyszínén. Papp László polgármester kiemelte, hogy...
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MOHU: the number of returned beverage packages reached one hundred million
The number of returned beverage bottles, cans and glasses in the mandatory redemption fee system (DRS) in Hungary has reached 100 million, the head of the producer responsibility system of...
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XIXO’s grand prize of 10 million forints was a turning point in the life of the mother of two
After weeks full of excitement, the biggest sweepstakes in the history of XIXO has come to an end. During the promotion, hundreds of thousands of uploads were received, thanks to...
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Energy drinks will not be a prohibited product
Contrary to many reports published so far, from the start of school in September 2024, energy drinks will not be a prohibited product in educational institutions – we learn from...
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With Eisberg’s new ready-to-eat vegetable mixes, you can create delicious food variations
Due to the lack of time and the hectic lifestyle, it is increasingly typical that people want to spend less time in the kitchen. At the same time, many people...
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The core inflation rate calculated without food and energy prices did not change on a monthly basis in the USA
A várakozások alatt alakult júliusban a termelőiárak emelkedése mind havi, mind éves bázison a washingtoni munkaügyi minisztérium statisztikai intézete, az U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics kedden publikált jelentése alapján. Az...
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7-Eleven allows customers to drink inside stores
Customers visiting 7-Eleven convenience stores in Ontario, Canada will soon be allowed to purchase and consume alcohol on the premises. Next time you visit a 7-Eleven in the Canadian province...
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