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GfK’s German consumer sentiment index deteriorated
The GfK Nuremberg Economic Research Institute’s consumer sentiment index in Germany fell slightly more than expected, to a three-year low, and consumers’ willingness to buy and their economic and income...
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Hotel Alliance: the Hungarians are planning in advance
“It’s hard to find accommodation in the country for six months before a long weekend, which shows that Hungarians are planning in advance” – the regional leader of the Hungarian...
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EP: better consumer and worker protection is needed
The Bankruptcy of the Thomas Cook UK tour operator group highlighted the need for greater consumer and worker protection and stricter monitoring of the financial situation of airlines and travel...
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We know wines better than before
Our magazine has asked some of the wine market’s top representatives about consumer preferences, the role retail chains play in the world of Hungarian wines and the importance of wine...
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Friday was the international pasta-day
World Pasta Day was brought into existence as part of the World Pasta Congress on the 25th of October in 1995. Experts from all over the world came together to...
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Tesco to launch Finest pop-up eateries
Tesco is planning to launch a number of Finest branded eateries in the run-up to Christmas, according to reports in The Grocer. The temporary shops will open for four to six...
Read moreSchwarz Group Invests In Artificial Intelligence
Schwarz Group, the parent company of Lidl and Kaufland, has invested in a new artificial intelligence platform alongside the Deutsche Forschungszentrum für Künstliche Intelligenz (DFKI, German Research Centre for Artificial...
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Five new Spar China stores open
Grocery-retailer Spar China has launched five new supermarkets. The Dutch-headquartered international franchise business has opened two stores in Shandong and three in Guangdong, both Chinese provinces, and bring the chain’s...
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Magazine: Microfibre cloth is the new star in cleaning
According to the experts of Freudenberg Háztartási Cikkek Bt., shopper basket value is growing in the category of household cleaners. Marketing manager Edit Oláh called our attention to the fact...
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Bocuse d’Or selection
On 23 October the Hungarian selection of the Bocuse d’Or chef competition took place. Competitors had to cook a fish and a meat dish in 3.5 hours. Before announcing the...
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(HU) Újrafelhasználható és menő – az ALDI poharait mindenki imádni fogja
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100 first brand posts on the seven years old Instagram
Instagram celebrates its ninth birthday in October 2010, launching its world conquest. By the way, iStory.hu examined when and with what success the first Instagram brand pages with the most...
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The contamination of fishponds was examined
In every field, Hungary ‘s first comprehensive survey of fish pond contamination, organic and inorganic pollutants in fish, the effects of processing and transportation, and microbiological risks has brought positive...
Read moreHungary’s competitiveness improved
Hungary is one place ahead of last year, ranking 52nd in the World Bank’s Doing Business 2020 Competitiveness Ranking, confirming that Hungary’s economic policy is on the right track, while...
Read moreAn agreement has been concluded between the Takarék Group and the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Fund
A strategic agreement has been signed between Takarékbank Zrt. and the Agricultural Business Credit Guarantee Fund (AVHGA) to improve access to credit for agricultural and food companies – the financial...
Read moreThe EP asks the European Commission for a new proposal to protect bees
MEPs adopted a resolution on Wednesday calling for greater protection of bees and calling on the European Commission to draft a new proposal after Member States say they have loosened...
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First aid courses for infants and premature babies are organized nationwide by the National Association for Premature Babies and NaturAqua
The cause of cradle death is unknown and, although it is less common in recent times, unfortunately, it may still present and certain predisposing factors, such as premature birth, may...
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Exhibition in Milan for Hungarian exhibitors
The Agricultural Marketing Center (AMC) encourages Hungarian export to Italy with the launch of the community stand from November 30 to December 8, 2019. The stand featuring high quality traditional...
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The Minister of Agriculture also discussed the possibilities of developing agriculture in Vietnam
Nagy István, Minister of Agriculture, also talked about the development of different areas of agriculture, the effects of climate change, water mongering and cooperation in education and research in Vietnam...
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The private sector of the euro area grew slightly in October
As a result of weaker demand, the euro area private sector grew slightly less than expected in October – according to preliminary Purchasing Manager Indexes of the London-based IHS Markit...
Read moreAfrican-made smartphones are coming
Rwanda showcases the world’s first truly African-made smartphones – origo wrote. The Dubai-based Mara Group electronics division is dedicated to competing on cheaper Samsung devices with new models. The company...
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Japanese fruit torture – Video of the day
Fruit Mould lets you grow fruit in the shapes of hearts, stars, and even skulls. When placed into the mold at a young age, the fruit grows naturally into the...
Read morePrague’s historic city center can become a Threatened World Heritage Site
The historic city center of Prague, the Old Town, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992, may become a Threatened World Heritage Site. UNESCO experts who...
Read moreChina has offered free training for Hungarian tour guides
China has offered free Chinese professional and linguistic training to Hungarian tour guides, which provides an extraordinary opportunity to expand tourism relations between the two countries – Menczer Tamás, Minister...
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The fruits of decadence – Video of the day
Artist Kathleen Ryan creates a conversation between the beautiful and the grotesque in her oversized sculptures of mold-covered fruit. The New York-based artist uses precious and semi-precious stones like malachite,...
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Amazon Expands Pickup Network In US
Amazon has announced the expansion of Counter, a service that offers customers the option to pick up their Amazon packages at a partner location across the US. The online giant...
Read morePopular franchise brands in Hungary
Ten U.S. companies will offer jobs, services, economic development and business ownership opportunities in Budapest, Hungary as part of a U.S. Franchise Trade Mission November 18 – 19, bringing world-famous...
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Scotland Plans To Impose Charges On Single-Use Drink Cups
The Scottish Government is planning to introduce a charge on single-use drink cups, according to environment secretary, Roseanna Cunningham. Cunningham said, “The scale of the challenge is clear – an...
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Kaufland Reduces Plastic On Meat Packaging
Discounter Kaufland has introduced new packaging for its self-service mince meat, which uses 70% less plastic than before. Instead of plastic, Kaufland uses now a cardboard carton with a thin...
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Magazine: Trendy or traditional?
Balázs Erdélyi president – Guild of Hungarian Confectioners Right now there is an ideal balance: There are traditional and modern confectioneries all over Hungary, and many confectioneries sell both classic...
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