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Facebook Going Public on Cover of The Economist
February 3, 2012
Current issue of The Economist has its cover story about Facebook going public, as the company has filed for an initial public offering with the relevant authorities earlier this week. Based on the available information, 5% of Facebook's ownership will be brought to the market and following the 2-3 months of paperwork, Facebook-stocks would be in trade as of April or May this year. The detailed story behind Facebook going public and the estimations about the company's future worth can be found in the current issue of The Economist. |
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Fortune Reveals the 100 Best Companies to Work For
February 2, 2012
For the 15th year, current issue of Fortune magazine names the top workplaces in corporate America. This year, Google tops the list - in an exclusive interview, Google's co-founder and CEO, Larry Page explains how he built a No. 1 workplace, and why it matters. You'll find the complete list in the current issue of Fortune magazine. |
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Company Magazine Relaunched
January 30, 2012
The February 2012 issue of Company magazine is an exciting relaunch to be published exclusively in a handy travel format size. The new handbag size format will surely become a cool friend everyone wants to have. February is also the denim issue where Company introduces the new-season denim trends. Plus, as usual, the magazine edits the high street for the readers and brings the hottest pieces of the new season at affordable price. With beauty pages, career advice plus loads, loads more, the new handbag-size Company magazine will soon be available at Hungarian newsstands! |
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Virginia Woolf Was Born 130 Years Ago
January 25, 2012
Virginia Woolf, one of the foremost modernist literary figures of the 20th century was born 130 years ago on January 25, 1882. Raised in a literate and vivid household, she spent a lot of time in his father's library and soon decided to become a writer. Though she began writing professionally quite early, her first important novel, Mrs. Dalloway was only published in 1925. In her novels, she often describes the struggles of women with capturing visual impressions. Throughout her life, Virginia Woolf had several periods of severe depression and nervous breakdown. Her poor nerve couldn't bear the destruction of her London home during World War II, so in March 1941 she filled her pockets with stones, walked into the River Ouse and drowned herself. |
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Financial Times About Davos World Economic Forum 2012
January 23, 2012
Starting Wednesday 25 January 2012, the Financial Times will be reporting about the World Economic Forum in Davos. In-depth interviews and comprehensive coverage - FT gives you the necessary insight into this event of great importance! |
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Film Adaptation of Stieg Larsson's Bestseller in Hungarian Cinemas
January 19, 2012
American film adaptation of Stieg Larsson's bestseller, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo finally hit Hungarian cinemas! The first part of the Millennium series will probably not be the "star" of the awards this year due to the explicit violence in it. The character of the punk computer hacker girl, Lisbeth Salander (played by Rooney Mara) soon became an iconic figure of the past years as symbol of the woman being abused by men, but who, in return punished them. The story is about a journalist (Daniel Craig in the film) who is charged to solve the mysterial loss of a girl 40 years ago and with the help of Salander, they set out on a dangerous investigation. |
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Best Italian Winemakers in Der Feinschmecker Premium Magazine
January 18, 2012
The latest, February 2012 issue of German magazine Der Feinschmecker Premium includes a wine guide to the best 500 Italian winemakers. The February issue also invites the Readers on a culinary trip to Hamburg, presents the new star chefs of the gastro-world, professionals share their secret tips on cooking and of course beautifully photographed seasonal recipes aim at giving the necessary inspiration for the home cooks to follow. |
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Front Page Story on Hungary in Today's International Herald Tribune
January 17, 2012
January 17 issue of International Herald Tribune has a front page article on Hungary and the consequences of the crisis, the government's actions and the downhill of the national currency. The story of a Hungarian retiree suffering to pay back his bank loan in Swiss Francs gives the frame of the article while respected financial specialists including former Minister of Finance, Mr. Oszkó, and economist Mr. Pogátsa also give their comments on the actual Hungarian situtation. |
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Golden Globe Awards for the 69th Time
January 16, 2012
The 69th Golden Globe Awards Gala was held this dawn (CET) where the winners were - mostly - not a surprise at all. The Comedy or Musical category's biggest favorite, The Artist (Hungarian premiere February 23) won 3 awards out of 6 nominations (Best Motion Picture, Best Performance by an Actor, Best Original Score). In the Drama section, The Descendants (in Hungarian cinemas from 16 February) won the Best Motion Picture though The Help based on Kathryn Stockett's novel was thought to have the greatest chance. George Clooney received the Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor for his role in The Descendants, while Meryl Streep's portrayal of Margaret Thatcher in The Iron Lady earned her an award, too. Octavia Spencer as Minnie in The Help got an award for the Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role, and other winners include Michelle Williams, Claire Danes, Christopher Plummer, Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, Kate Winslet and Madonna. Congratulations! |
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Art Review Double Issue Available Soon
January 12, 2012
The January/February 2012 double issue of contemporary art magazine Art Review arrives to Hungarian newsstands these days. The magazine reveals the fourth edition of the London Reviews Marathon, a survey of 50 contemporary art exhibitions across the British capital this winter. The double issue also introduces some of the less travelled "art roads" (visits to unusual or innovative galleries and studios) around the UK, follows the traces of Stanislaw Lem, the master of science fiction and the absurd, who turned out to be an increasing influence on contemporary art. This, and more art news in the January/February 2012 double issue of Art Review! |
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Golden Ball Award Special in L'Equipe Today
January 10, 2012
French sports daily L'Equipe comes with a 32-page Golden Ball Award special on January 10, 2012! Today's L'Equipe gives an in-depth report about the FIFA-Golden Ball Award Gala held in Zürich yesterday and the winner, Lionel Messi who received the Ballon D'Or (Golden Ball) the third time in a row. Congratulations! |
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Editorial Series "Capitalism in Crisis" in Financial Times
January 9, 2012
Starting Monday, Jan 9 the Financial Times will be publishing an in-paper, two-weeks comprehensive editorial series called "Capitalism in crisis" on capitalism and its future. Don't miss it! |
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Hungary in the Spotlight of The Economist
January 6, 2012
Current issue of The Economist contains a lead article about the actual
Hungarian situation and the politics of Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán.
The article underlines that the recent actions of the Prime Minister
(eg. cutting the independence of key institutions, the new constitution
and central bank law) can not be further tolerated and require urgent
intervention from the EU. As the recent proceedings already threaten the
democracy in the country, the EU should be much stronger with Hungary -
says the article. The magazine also judges the behaviour of Nicolas
Sarkozy and Angela Merkel, who should "threaten their fellow
centre-right leader to be chucked out of the EPP in order to steering
him off the path towards autocracy". |
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Second Sherlock Holmes Movie in Hungarian Cinemas
January 5, 2012
It was in 2009 that film director Guy Ritchie first made a film about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective, Sherlock Holmes. The modern concept of the film made the first part an instant success, so no surprise that 2 years later the sequel arrived. In the new film, Holmes and Dr. Watson set out on a hunt for their biggest enemy, Professor Moriarty. The film is based on Doyle's novel titled The Final Problem which was ment to be the last part of the detective's adventures. |
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Hungary in Focus of Foreign Press This Week
January 4, 2012
Several leading newspapers published articles about Hungary's expectations and the ongoing events this week. The long article of Financial Times emphasized Hungary's "not so bright" prospects for 2012 and reported about the dismissal of international concerns over the new constitution. The protest against the government this Monday was the major concern of The Economist's blog, which underlined that Monday was the first time that the opposition and the civil movements joined their forces and stepped out. The news site of BBC commented the Monday evening's events as well, and published a detailed portrait of Hungarian Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán. |
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J.R.R. Tolkien Was Born 120 Years Ago
January 3, 2012
J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings was born 120 years ago on January 3, 1892. He studied at the Oxford University where his interest soon turned towards ancient languages. This was the time Tolkien first made up languages of his own, that he later incorporated in his novels. He suffered serious injuries during World War 1, and while in hospital, he started writing down stories he invented. He told stories about hobbits to his children, and seeing the success decided to put them in a book. The Hobbit was published in 1937 and became a great success, and the readers requested the sequel. After several modifications and re-writing, The Lord of the Rings trilogy was published and with its unique style and language is one of the most popular stories of all times. |
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Hungaropress would like to wish you a healthy and successful Happy New Year!
December 31, 2011
We would like to wish all our subscribers and customers good health and success for the upcoming year 2012! |
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New Hungarian Election Law in Focus of Le Monde Article Today
December 29, 2011
Today's issue of French daily Le Monde publishes a lengthy article on the new Hungarian election law and its possible consequences. The article on page 3 finds the new Hungarian election law to be a threat on Hungarian democracy that strengthens the power of Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán. The article cites reactions coming from foreign politicians, including the letter written by Hillary Clinton. |
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Season's Greetings from Hungaropress
December 23, 2011
We would like to wish all our Subscribers, Customers and Visitors Merry Christmas! |
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Investor's Guide 2012 in Fortune Magazine
December 20, 2011
The latest issue of Fortune magazine is offering its Readers the Investor's Guide for 2012! The magazine gathered together the most important knowledge about the markets, trends, stocks, etc for 2012. The guide includes an overview about where to put the money now when markets are in turmoil, the list of the best stocks for 2012, new global hotspots for investors and an article about the future of Wall Street. The issue also looks back at 2011 and selects the highs and lows in the financial markets this year. |
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The Economist: Special Christmas Double Issue This Week
December 16, 2011
This week's issue of The Economist is a special Christmas double issue with increased content and special articles. Besides the usual financial, business and economic issues, the Christmas edition also offers some festive reading for the holidays, like the Christmas preparation at Downing Street. |
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Special Monocle Alpino Issue for the Holidays
December 15, 2011
For winter 2011/2012, Monocle magazine is publishing the fourth in its series of super-sized tabloid newspapers, the Monocle Alpino to make your days merry and keep you heart-warmed. Designed to be enjoyed over the holiday season, the 72-page newspaper features a seasonal mix of high-impact reportages, provocative essays, great residences, smart travel and fashion tips. The Monocle team travelled from Slovenia to Switzerland, Sochi to Gstaad, to bring you the news and musings from the mountains. 72 pages of opinion, observations, interviews and inspiration - that's the Alpino special edition of Monocle magazine! |
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TIME's Person of the Year is the Protester
December 14, 2011
TIME magazine voted "The Protester", the participants of the revolutions started in the Middle-East for 2011 Person of the Year. The Protester represents those millions of individuals who have incited and participated in the protests of this year and catalyzed global revolution like the Arab Spring, Occupy Movement and the protests in Russia. TIME has been selecting the Person of the Year since 1927. The title goes to individuals or groups of people who have influenced the world the most in that particular year. Many USA Presidents were selected for the title (Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, etc.) just like famous politicians (Stalin, Churchill, Gorbachev, Putin, etc.) or Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook last year. In 1956, the Hungarian freedom fighter was the Person of the Year. |
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Top 100 Science Stories of 2011 in Upcoming Discover Magazine
December 13, 2011
The special "Year in Science" Jan/Feb 2012 double issue of Discover magazine covers the 100 most important, amazing and unexpected science stories from 2011. Articles include "Nuclear power at crossroads" summing up the consequences of Japanese Fukushima reactors meltdown, "Tech after Steve Jobs", how the death of this visionary man reshapes the hardware and software in our lives, "Saved by zinc fingers" a medical technology that could revolutionize medicine and bring closer to cure AIDS - and 97 more. |
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Hungaropress Widenes Selection with Digitally Printed Dailies
December 9, 2011
We are happy to inform you that we have widened our selection of foreign dailies: these papers are digitally printed, they are black and white, sized A/3. The digitally printed dailies are delivered on the day of publication in Budapest and the price is 880 HUF/copy. |
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American Author Bill Bryson Turned 60 Today
December 8, 2011
William "Bill" Bryson is an American author of best-selling books. He was born on December 8, 1951 in the USA, but he has been a resident of Britain for more than 20 years. Bryson's books on travel, science or the English language are charaterized by outstanding humor, and he also wrote a biography of William Shakespeare. He wrote two books on the history of English language and has a special guide to English usage as well (Bryson's Dictionary of Troublesome Words) where "he catalogues some of the most commonly misused words and phrases in order to demonstrate current usage". |
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Angela Merkel on Cover of Bloomberg Businessweek
December 6, 2011
Current issue of Bloomberg Businessweek has Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel on the cover and a lengthy article investigates her role in solving Europe's economic crisis. The question is: Will Angela Merkel act, or won't she? |
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New York Times Praises Hungarian Writer Péter Nádas
December 5, 2011
Two articles appeared in The New York Times recently about the famous contemporary Hungarian writer Péter Nádas, and the Book Review special of the prestigious daily listed the novel Parallel Stories by Nádas among the 100 notable books of the year. The critics say that Parallel Stories is a masterpiece, though they also note that the story is extremely tough and the reader might easily get lost in it. While writing the book, Nádas aimed at presenting the individual stories without expressedly binding them together despite the fact that the characters - who hardly know each other - interfere as deep as possible in each other's life. |
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Best 2011 Photos in Newsweek Special Pictures of the Year Issue
November 30, 2011
Pictures of the Year, the stand-alone special issue of Newsweek offers a chronological account of the best photography of 2011 with images from historical global events, key political moments and the best entertainment from the year. Covering world politics, news, fashion, art and many more, this glossy end of year special is like a photographic diary of 2011, relying mainly on photography rather than editorial to make it a great keepsake. |
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Monocle Magazine Presents the Denmark National Survey
November 29, 2011
Current (December 2011) issue of Monocle magazine presents the Denmark National Survey. Monocle travelled throughout Denmark to speak with leading thinkers from the nation due to host the EU Presidency. The survey covers everything from Denmark's economy, society and transport to culture, architecture, agriculture, retail and urbanism. The issue also covers the so called Soft Power Survey, a ranking based on everything ranging from percentage of GDP spent on foreign aid to the number of think-tanks and NGOs, spending on foreign scholarships to the gold medals won at the Olympic Games. The Travel Top 50 section introduces the most efficient airport in the world and also the best crew uniforms. Finally, Monocle "hands over" the ultimate Christmas Gift Guide, a special edition with extended selection of fashion, food, toys, cosmetics, books, technology and homeware. |
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Steve Jobs Book 25% Cheaper in Hungaropress Web Shop
November 25, 2011
Based on more than 40 interviews with Jobs over two years and interviews with family, friends, colleagues and competitors, Walter Isaacson has written a breathtaking story about the life of Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple Inc. who died last month. His story is both instructive and cautionary, filled with innovation, leadership and values. |
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Special "Fine Times" Edition in Weekend Financial Times
November 24, 2011
This weekend's Financial Times on Sat/Sun, November 26/27 contains a free special edition titled Fine Times as part of the How To Spend It series. |
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Future Water Wars in Focus of December Discover Magazine
November 23, 2011
December issue of Discover magazine puts in focus the future battles over water, Earth's most precious resource. Other interesting topics of the issue are: |
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The Economist Special Edition "The World in 2012" Hits Newsstands
November 22, 2011
For a quarter of a century, The Economist has published a special edition of annual forecast for the year ahead. The actual magazine "The World in 2012" finally hit Hungarian newsstands with interesting topics as the forthcoming elections in 2012, theories about the end of the world (scheduled for 21 December, 2012) or predictions of economic doom. Moreover, this year The World in 2012 has also invited a number of contributors to make their predictions in the space of 140 characters. |
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Extensive Report on Sony in Bloomberg Businessweek
November 21, 2011
Current issue of economic weekly Bloomberg Businessweek puts on cover Sony, the gargantuan manufacturer of more than 2000 different products and the company's present and future. Sony's top managers discuss in a rare, extensive interview the projected $1.2 billion loss for this fiscal year ending next March and their plans to put the company back on track. Other interesting topics from the issue are: |
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The Plan Magazine in the Range of Hungaropress
November 17, 2011
The Plan - Architecture & Technologies in Detail is an architecture and design magazine founded in 2001 and published by Centauro Edizioni in Bologna, Italy. The Plan is one of the most acclaimed reviews of this kind on the market with 6 regular and 2 special issues printed each year. Texts of the magazine are in English and Italian, while construction details are in English, Italian, German and Spanish. Each issue of The Plan contains architecture, editorials, projects, technology and significant space dedicated to architectural materials produced by the industry. |
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20 Different Covers for December Dazed & Confused
November 16, 2011
In an explosive finale to Dazed & Confused's 20th Anniversary season, magazine co-founder Rankin has photographed a series of 20 covers for the December issue, featuring new portraits of Kate Moss, Tilda Swinton, Alicia Keys and Jarvis Cocker. Each unique cover has a gatefold pull out, which features 20 rising stars chosen by the cover celebrity. In a series of interviews, Dazed speaks to legendary names from art, music, film and fashion, including PJ Harvey, Damien Hirst, Bjork and Bobby Gillespie. |
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Original Lord of the Flies Manuscript on Display
November 14, 2011
The original manuscript of William Golding's Lord of the Flies went on display for the first time in an Oxford library recently. The exhibition marks the centenary of the Nobel Prize-winning author and includes, apart from the original manuscript, several family documents and photographs. Lord of the Flies tells the story of a group of boys stuck on a desert island trying to survive, and the manuscript was rejected by several publishers before being accepted by Faber and Faber in 1953. The novel was not well received by the readers either and only became a bestseller in the 1960s. |
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Wall Street Journal Worried About Hungary
November 11, 2011
Online blog of prestigious daily Wall Street Journal writes about Hungary as the next possible location of the European crisis. The article points out that "it's so boring, only having to worry about Greece and Italy and Portugal and Spain and Ireland and France and Austria ... there's another one brewing that you might not have even heard about yet: Hungary". The purpose of the article was the T-bill auction yesterday which, according to the journalist "did not go so well". |
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Silvio Berlusconi Takes Cover of The Economist
November 10, 2011
Upcoming issue of The Economist dated November 12 is dedicated to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi who vowed to resign from his post earlier this week. With regard to the recent European events, the issue contains a special report about the future of Europe and the Euro crisis. |
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Kazuo Ishiguro Japanese-English Novelist Turned 57 Today
November 8, 2011
Novelist Kazuo Ishiguro was born in Japan on November 8, 1954 but he and his family moved to England in 1960 when he was 6. He is one of the most famous contemporary novelists and was selected as one of the "50 greatest British writers since 1945". His novels are usually in first-person narrative style, settled in the past and the resolution is often missing at the end. His most famous novel, Never Let Me Go was adapted into film in 2010 starring Keira Knightley and Carey Mulligan. |
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Dazed & Confused 20th Anniversary Exhibition Opened
November 7, 2011
To celebrate the 20-year anniversary of Dazed & Confused magazine's launch, Dazed decided to put on an exhibition documenting the magazine's best bits. Opened last Friday, the exhibition is hosted by Somerset House in London, where the most sought-after and cutting-edge content is displayed throughout five courtyard rooms. The first three act as a chronological journey through Dazed’s visual transformation over the years, with early fashion features and editorial stories leading through to Dazed’s present day aesthetic. Many celebrities pictured from David Bowie and Björk to Kate Moss, the event is an outstanding initiative to celebrate the first 20 years of the magazine. |
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2011 Art Review Power 100 on Newsstands Now
November 4, 2011
The 10th annual ranking of the contemporary art world's most powerful players, the eagerly anticipated ArtReview Power 100 is the magazine's biggest and best read issue of the year - available now. More than just a list of individuals, the Power 100 issue documents the world of influences shaping the art we see. Including artwork by Matt Mullican, an unsparing analysis of each of the previous Power 100s and photo portfolios, the November issue of Art Review is a guide to the general trends, networks and forces that shape the artworld. |
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Film Adaptation of The Help in Hungarian Cinemas
November 3, 2011
After its huge success abroad, the film adaptation of Kathryn Stockett's bestseller The Help starring Emma Stone, Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer is finally on show in Hungarian cinemas. The story is set in the 1960s in Jackson, Mississippi and is written from the point of view of the African-American domestic "help" who takes care of the white families' children. The three main characters - a white journalist and two Afro-American maids - form a special bond which is not welcome at all those days in the white community where tradition is sacred and independence initiatives are automatically turned down. |
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Special Report on G20 Summit in Financial Times Tomorrow
November 2, 2011
On November 3, 2011, the Financial Times will be publishing a special report on the G20 Summit with an in depth coverage of this important meeting. The G20 is an organization of the 20 major economies (19 countries plus the EU). The G20 economies together give more than 80 percent of the world trade and the world's GDP, and two-thirds of the world population lives in the G20 areas. |
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Great Success at First "Smurf Auction" in Paris
October 30, 2011
Rare original Smurf drawings, covers and comic strips were brought to auction in Paris yesterday for the first time. The rare artworks sold at 50-80 thousand Euros each, but the highlight of the sale, the original sketch of the 1960-published "The Smurfs and the Magic Flute" cover went as far as EUR 100.000 finally. The little blue cartoon characters were created by Belgian artist Peyo (Pierre Culliford), and his originals are quite rare. The auction was accompanied by an exhibition of drawings and personal items of the author and special screenings of the 3D Smurfs movie. |
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Special Smart Business Central Europe Report in Monday IHT
October 27, 2011
The International Herald Tribune will publish a special report focusing on developing business opportunities in Central Europe on Monday, October 31. Written for the global business executive or investor looking to set foot in new markets, the report will provide an invaluable insight into the social, economic, political and cultural trends of this region. Features include high tech, cutting edge business incubators, finance and investments plus more. |
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Der Spiegel Reports Rally Against Far-Right Theatre Directors
October 26, 2011
Online edition of leading German weekly Der Spiegel reported on the rally organized against the appointment of far-rightist directors to lead New Theatre (Új Színház) in Budapest. The article quotes those protesting against the appointment who believe that "the new leaders are of such extreme and hateful convictions that they are unsuitable to head the theatre". Meanwhile, foreign associations and artists expressed their disapproval in the matter and asked the Mayor of Budapest to withdraw the appointments. |
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Muammar Gaddafi's Death in World Press
October 21, 2011
Almost all foreign dailies bring on cover the news about the death of Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi yesterday. The papers report in details about the capture and murder of Gaddafi, and the celebrations that followed throughout the country. The papers also investigate the possibilities of Libya in the future and express their hope for a peaceful transition from dictatorship into democracy. |
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Film Adaptation of Nicholls' Bestseller in Hungarian Cinemas
October 20, 2011
The film adaptation of David Nicholls' bestseller, One Day is on show in Hungarian cinemas as of today. The movie, starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess was filmed in locations in France, England and Scotland, and the screenplay was written by Nicholls himself. The story presents the two protagonists' one day during twenty years - the day is always the same, July 15. The novel is an international bestseller and was selected Book of the Year in 2010. |
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Hungarian Publishing House Won at Frankfurt Book Fair
October 19, 2011
The Best European Schoolbook Award was earned by Apáczai Publishing House's mathematics schoolbook at the Frankfurt Book Fair last week. More than 40 schoolbooks entered the competition and it was the Hungarian 2nd grade's schoolbook titled "My mathematics" that earned first prize. Mr. Jenő Esztergályos, the author of the book is the Managing Director of the Publishing House. |
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The 100 Greatest Apps of All Time in Tap! Magazine
October 17, 2011
The apps no iPad, iPhone or iPod touch should be without are revealed in the current issue of Tap! magazine. The experts have trawled the App Store's 400,000+ apps and selected only the very best - whether you want to play games, make music, shop, travel the world or something entirely different. Divided into 10 easy-reference sections (Communicate, Create, Learn, Organise, Play, Read, Relax, Shop, Travel and Work), Tap!'s unmissible guide encompasses the paid apps that are well worth the money and the free ones that are worth their weight in gold. |
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Steve Jobs Makes Cover of The Economist
October 7, 2011
This week's issue of The Economist pays tribute to Steve Jobs, co-founder and CEO of Apple Inc. who died two days ago. The magazine remembers this innovative magician and presents his world, including the visionary products (mouse, mp3-player, iPhone, etc) which have since become part of the everyday life. |
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Robert Downey Jr on Cover of Autumn GQ Style
October 6, 2011
The autumn-winter issue of GQ Style, the special fashion edition of GQ magazine presents Hollywood heartthrob Robert Downey Jr, who tells how he rose from the ashes and redefined himself. Fashion designer Walter Van Beirendonck lifts the lid on his fairytale world as a retrospective of his 25-year career. Besides the interviews with sports hero Sebastien Chabal, TV Star Joe Manganniello and other celebrities, you can of course browse the latest trends in fashion, too. |
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The 50 Most Powerful Women in Fortune Magazine
October 5, 2011
The upcoming issue of Fortune magazine presents the 50 most powerful women of the business world. With Cynthia Carroll, the Chief Executive Officer of mining company Anglo American PLC on the cover, Fortune brings you the global women power of business life! |
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Tibet's Next Incarnation on the Cover of TIME Magazine
October 4, 2011
The cover story of this week's TIME Magazine investigates why resistance to China will flare, not fade when the Dalai Lama dies. His "middle way" for Tibetan autonomy is restrained and nonviolent, but will that change after he's gone? |
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Author of PS, I Love You Turned 30
September 30, 2011
Irish novelist Cecelia Ahern was born in Dublin on 30 September, 1981 and despite her young age, she is already author of several bestsellers. She was only 23 when her first novel, PS, I Love You was published and it was soon adapted into a hit motion picture. PS, I Love You was followed by eight novels, a number of short stories and film adaptations, and Cecelia has regularly been writing for different magazines, too. |
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Hungary's Move to Help Mortgage Borrowers in Financial Times
September 28, 2011
Both yesterday's and today's issue of Financial Times investigates the situation of the foreign currency mortgage loan-borrowers in Hungary and the policy of fixing the exchange rate on Swiss franc and Euro mortgages by the government. The paper explains that banks claim the Hungarian government has breached European Union rules, and the move could set a dangerous example for other countries in the region facing the same exchange-rate problems. The article quotes reactions from representatives of leading banks and financial specialists. It is also suggested that the mortgage law was a big mistake that would have negative impact on Hungary's economy in the long run. Further details in today's Financial Times! |
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Europe Waits for Leadership - TIME Magazine Covers Euro Zone Crisis
September 26, 2011
The new issue of TIME magazine focuses on the euro-zone debt crisis worsening and why Germany can't save Europe. With more than a few angry voters at home, Angela Merkel is being squeezed on all sides. Other topics in this issue include: |
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Three New Inserts in Saturday's Weekend Le Monde Starting Tomorrow
September 23, 2011
Each Saturday, from issue dated 24th September, Le Monde Week-End will add three new thematic inserts that enhance the main news-focused usual selection. Each being 8-pages long, the inserts will cover news from the world of Science&Techno, Sport&Health and Culture. Each Saturday, enjoy 48 pages of exciting news - for the usual price! |
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The Brain in Focus of Discover Specials Fall Issue
September 22, 2011
Scientific monthly Discover dedicates its Fall Discover Specials' Issue to the mysteries of the brain. Articles include: - Rethinking autism - 5 surprising ideas - The new maps of your mind - Is insanity contagious? - How dogs read minds - Birds that cheat and steal - Our brains are getting smaller - are we getting dumber? You may subscribe to Discover magazine in the web shop of Hungaropress. Discover Specials Fall Issue is available at large newsstands, Relay and Inmedio shops. |
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Happy Birthday to George R. R. Martin!
September 20, 2011
American author of fantasy and horror novels, George Raymond Richard Martin is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. Born on September 20, 1948, he started writing at an early age and published his first stories in the 1970s. He is best known for his epic fantasy novel series A Song of Ice and Fire, started in 1996 with the first part titled A Game of Thrones. Since then, 4 more novels in the series have been published including the latest, A Dance with Dragons earlier this year. Two more books of the series are planned to be released in the future. |
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Media Trends in the Focus of Monocle Magazine
September 19, 2011
Latest issue of Monocle magazine takes a sharp look at the US media model and the latest trends. With newspapers booming, booksales up and a record in shop openings, Monocle goes in search of the media players who have found success from São Paulo to Stockholm. You can also read an interview with Swedish foreign minister who talks about the future of the Euro and pay a visit to Brazilian daily Folha de São Paulo that is bucking the trend and gaining readers with its fearless, old-fashioned and investigative journalism. |
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Expanded International Herald Tribune Weekend Edition From 17 September
September 16, 2011
Starting from tomorrow, September 17th, International Herald Tribune is expanding its Weekend Edition to offer readers an enhanced weekend package of global arts, lifestyle and travel features. New columns focusing on lifestyle and consumer goods - wine, cars, personal technology, etc. - will now appear and IHT will also develop its "Arts" content adding extra emphasis to performing arts, movies and pop music. |
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Special Fashion Edition in Weekend Financial Times
September 15, 2011
This weekend's Financial Times on Sat/Sun, September 17/18 contains a free fashion edition titled "A Passion for Fashion" as part of the How To Spend It series. |
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British Novelist Roald Dahl Was Born 95 Years Ago
September 13, 2011
Famous British novelist and short story writer Roald Dahl was born in Wales on 13 September, 1916. He started publishing his stories in the 1940s and soon became one of the world's best-selling authors. Writing both for children and adults, his stories are charaterized by unexpected endings and dark humour. His major works include Tales of the Unexpected for adults, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Danny, the Champion of the World for children. |
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La Cucina Italiana in the Range of Hungaropress Again
September 12, 2011
Italian gastro magazine La Cucina Italiana is available in the range of Hungaropress again. Every month, you'll find in La Cucina Italiana authentic italian recipes, ingredient guides and insider tips on Italian wines. You can also learn tricks and cooking techniques from top Italian chefs to impress your family or guests. All things Italian - from finding the best espresso to the latest Italian kitchen design in La Cucina Italiana! |
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10-Pages Special About 9/11 in Le Monde Today
September 10, 2011
Ten years after 9/11, the USA are still shocked. Le Monde’s editorial staff analyses and decodes the past decade and considers the consequences on America’s power and on the potential beginning of its decline. |
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Special 9/11 Commemorative TIME Magazine Issue
September 9, 2011
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the attacks, TIME brings you untold stories from 40 men and women whose lives changed that day — from the first responders at the World Trade Center to the warriors of Iraq and Afghanistan, from the architects of the 10-year pursuit of Osama bin Laden to the survivors who rebuilt their lives after enduring unspeakable tragedy. Their words and images, captured in stunning black-and-white portraits offer a powerful tribute to the spirit of resilience. Coupled with dramatic oral histories from people including George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, Donald Rusmfeld, Rudolph Giuliani, Adm. William McRaven (who led the mission that killed Osama bin Laden) and, for the very first time, the only four survivors of the attack on Tower Two of the World Trade Center who were above the point of impact. |
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Financial Times In-Paper Series on the Future of Banking
September 7, 2011
On 8th September, 2011 Financial Times will be publishing an in-paper editorial series looking at the Future of Banking. The series will run on 6 consecutive days and will give in-sight editorial coverage on the global future of the banking sector. |
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Same Front Page Photo in Two Leading US Dailies
September 5, 2011
Although it does not occur too often that two leading dailies use the same photo on their front page, this happened with New York Times and Washington Post recently. Both papers documented their leading Irene-hurricane story with the same picture of a flooded New Jersey street. Several online sites pointed out the use of the same front page photo, judging it as "very embarrasing". |
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Special Edition with Weekend Financial Times Tomorrow
September 2, 2011
This weekend’s Financial Times on Sat/Sun, September 3/4 contains a special edition as part of the How To Spend It series. |
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Film Based on John le Carré Novel at Venice Film Festival
September 1, 2011
Great expectation preceeded the really promising competition program of the 68th Venice Film Festival, opened yesterday. Particular attention was given to the new film adaptation of the spy novel titled Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy written by John le Carré. The new adaptation - casting among others Colin Firth, Gary Oldman and John Hurt - was even highly praised by the author, John le Carré himself on his website. Other films in the Festival's program include George Clooney's The Ides of March, a new adaptation of Wuthering Heights, a Roman Polanski film and out of competition the Madonna-directed movie about Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII. |
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TIME Magazine Covers the Situation in Libya
August 30, 2011
Recent issue of TIME magazine covers the ongoing events in Libya and investigates the possibilities for the country after Gaddafi's regime. A shocking article deals with the collateral crisis in Somalia and how a successful campaign to cripple Islamist terrorists contributed to a catastrophic famine. The magazine presents the attempt of harvesting trees sustainably in Liberia and race-car manufacturer McLaren's initiative to conquer the middle-aged-man market. |
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Michael Jackson Would Be 53 Today
August 29, 2011
The King of Pop was born 53 years ago on August 29, 1958 as seventh child of the Jackson family. He started singing as a child, first with his brothers in the group called The Jackson 5, then began his solo career in the 1970s. With his unique music, singing and performance style (including the famous "moonwalk") he soon became a dominant figure in pop culture. Recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time, he won among others 13 Grammy Awards and had 13 number-one singles in the US. His death was followed by global grief in June 2009. |
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WSJ Magazine in Wall Street Journal Europe Today
August 26, 2011
Current issue of WSJ Magazine will be inserted in Wall Street Journal Europe today, Friday, 26 August. Dedicated to Fall Fashion, the magazine contains the latest in fashion trends, culture, and an exclusive interview with Rachel Weisz. The WSJ magazine brings readers news of innovations from the world's leaders in their fields. Wall Street Journal Europe and WSJ Magazine offer great entertainment for this weekend - don't miss it! |
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Paulo Coelho Celebrates Birthday Today
August 24, 2011
Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho celebrates his 64th birthday today. Born in Rio de Janeiro on August 24, 1947 Coelho expressed his dream of becoming a writer at an early age. He became a journalist first and started to study occultism and spirituality. He published his first book at the age of 35 but it failed to make any kind of impact. He completed a pilgrim's walk of 830 km in 1986 and wrote his first successful novel (The Pilgrimage) on basis of the experience. Coelho has since become a bestselling author with 29 published novels in which he mixes religion, mysticism, spirituality and destiny. |
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Special Bathroom Supplement in September Issue of Zuhause Wohnen
August 22, 2011
Current (September) issue of German monthly Zuhause Wohnen contains a special bathroom supplement of 60 pages with useful ideas and wonderful pictures to help you create your dream bathroom. Other topics in the magazine include: |
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The Decline and Fall of Europe in TIME Magazine
August 16, 2011
Current issue of TIME magazine visions the fall of Europe and the end to an old order. The article underlines that the European economic situation is unravelling, London is ablaze and the continent's once dependable trading partner (the United States) is too feeble to save the day or the Euro. Another interesting article reveals the reasons behind "London's long burn" and why the leaders of Britain should have seen the troubles coming. The economy section investigates the possible ways of growth after the Arab Spring and we can also learn how and why Peru's top chef is training the next generation of elite cooks in a shantytown. |
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The Economist Writes About Eastern Europe's Politicans
August 15, 2011
Current issue of The Economist published a lengthy article titled The awkward squad about east European leaders and why they court bad publicity. The article investigates why poor countries needing investment face conflicts with their richer counterparts. The article points out Hungary and the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who has attracted a blaze of outside ctiticism since taking office in May 2010. The article emphasizes that such rows don't mean the end of the world: "after the sound and fury, they can bring concessions, not isolation. Though some easterners may be irritating, noisy and unfashionable, in modern Europe they are indispensable". |
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Fortune Magazine Investigates What Happened at Pfizer
August 10, 2011
The latest issue of Fortune magazine tries to find out what happened at Pfizer, the world's largest drug company. Did CEO Jeff Kindler get pushed out because he was shaking up the dysfunctional pharmaceutical giant, or because he was an ineffective leader? Other articles include a report on solar-panel makers and the future of this industry, an evaluation of the Murdoch scandal and profile of 11 "not-so-famous", small, innovative companies planning to go public. |
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Slaughterhouse-Five Banned by US School
August 9, 2011
Kurt Vonnegut's famous novel, Slaughterhouse-Five has been banned from a school library in the United States due to its "shocking material and profane language". Slaughterhouse-Five, the satirical novel by Kurt Vonnegut is set in the time of World War II including the Bombing of Dresden (personally experienced by Vonnegut himself). In response to the removal of Slaughterhouse-Five from the library, the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library decided to offer 150 free copies of the modern classic to the school's students. |
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Special Edition with Weekend Financial Times on Saturday
August 4, 2011
This weekend’s Financial Times on Sat/Sun, August 6/7 contains a summer special edition as part of the How To Spend It series. |
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Television Adaptation of Ken Follett's Novel in Hungary Soon
August 2, 2011
The miniseries based on the historic novel The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett will soon be released in Hungary. Tv2 channel is reported to air the 8 episodes, but the starting date has not been revealed yet. The story is set in the 12th century and it traces the building of a cathedral. |
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Triple Summer Issue of Courrier International
August 1, 2011
Latest issue of French weekly Courrier International appears as triple summer issue (1082, 1083 and 1084). The front cover story investigates Barack Obama's past 2,5 years' presidency. The article mentions that although Mr. Obama triumphed in several fields (eg. elimination of Ben Laden, acceptance of the health care reform, etc.) he also faces huge difficulties: the unemployment rate is off the charts, the deficit level is aggravating and growth is very slow. The major question for 2012 is whether Mr. Obama can persuade the voters that the situation will soon be improved. |
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Amy Winehouse Covers New Musical Express
July 30, 2011
Latest issue of New Musical Express commemorates the late Amy Winehouse in a 10-page article paying respect to a true icon and most talented singer. The article contains "classic and unseen images, heartfelt tributes and enduring memories of a daring talent whose life ended far, far too soon". The latest NME issue contains also an interview with PJ Harvey, an overview on foreign festivals and the verdict on Noel Gallagher's new single. |
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Hungary Hosts Shooting of the New Asterix Film
July 28, 2011
Shooting of the new Asterix film titled Asterix: God Save Britain continues in Hungary these weeks. The 3D film is a French, Hungarian, Italian and Spanish co-production, and shooting of the longest action is taking place in Hungary, near Komárom city this week. The film with a total budget amounting to EUR 50 million will hit cinemas next Autumn, and Gérard Depardieu returns to wear the costume of Obelix again. The new Asterix story is an adaptation of two comic books (Asterix in Britain, Asterix and the Normans) by the famous Goscinny-Uderzo duo where the Gauls set out on a journey to Britain to save a family from the Romans. |
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George Bernard Shaw Was Born 155 Years Ago
July 26, 2011
Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw was born July 26, 1856 in Dublin. He started his career writing music and literary criticism, but his outstanding talent for drama was soon discovered. He wrote more than 60 plays out of which the most famous is Pygmalion (My Fair Lady musical was based on this play). He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1925 that he wanted to refuse, but accepted it finally upon his wife's request. He also won an Oscar for the film Pygmalion (adaptation of his play of the same name) but he considered this award an insult and neglected it. |
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TIME Magazine Special Journeys Issue Available Now
July 25, 2011
In this years "Journeys" issue, TIME magazine follows famed 14th century Moroccan traveller Ibn Battuta who set out on a journey that took him through what is today North and West Africa, southern and eastern Europe, the Middle East and part of Asia. His voyage was one of discovery, and it also introduced his countless hosts to the then Islamic world, which was highly opened, and pioneering in the areas of science, mathematics and art. Through stunning photography and suberb reporting, TIME’s Journeys issue will explore how and why the Islamic world — in the areas of politics, economics, art, architecture, society and culture — has changed, for better as well as worse. |
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Sport Bild Bundesliga Special Hit Newsstands
July 19, 2011
The 2011-2012 issue of Sport Bild Bundesliga, the yearly special publication of Sport Bild is available now. The fans of German football will love the contents of the 246 pages-long magazine: introduction of all teams and players, plus information on the upcoming time schedule. Sport Bild Bundesliga special comes with a bonus DVD introducing the 100 most spectacular goals of last season. You may find Sport Bild Bundesliga at the bigger newsstands and press shops like Relay and Inmedio stores. |
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Last Harry Potter Movie Breaks Box Office Records
July 18, 2011
The last part of the "wizardry franchise", Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 broke all box office records this weekend. Grossing a massive 476 million dollars worldwide, the film is the best showing of all time in its first opening weekend. The previous front-runner was another Harry Potter movie, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince with 394 million USD. In the US, Harry Potter broke The Dark Knight's opening weekend record with USD 168,6 million vs. 158,4 million of the Heath Ledger movie. |
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Daily Telegraph Writes About Balaton Sound Festival
July 15, 2011
Greg Parmley, reporter on two wheels of The Daily Telegraph travels around the major festival sites in Europe and writes about his impressions. In his article on Balaton Sound he emphasized that the festival site, on the shore of the lake is a "playground for clubbers, party animals and the body beautiful. Hungarian gym boys roam semi naked and bikini bunnies abound, while everywhere sound systems compete for attention. Add in the visual feast of logos and signs that line every avenue and it’s an overpowering, visceral experience." |
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Unfinished Jane Austen Manuscript Sells at Sotheby's Auction
July 14, 2011
An unfinished manuscript written by Jane Austen around 1804 sold at the Sotheby's auction for almost 1 million pounds. The incomplete work titled "The Watsons" is the earliest surviving manuscript for a novel by Austen and is exceptional because it contains the corrections of the author. The story centers around a widowed clergyman's four daughters. Sotheby's book specialist emphasized that the heavily corrected draft "has afforded an extremely broad audience an insight into the author's writing process and reworkings". |
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Süddeutsche Zeitung Examines Hungarian Public Media Layoffs
July 12, 2011
Today's issue of Süddeutsche Zeitung writes about the layoffs taking place these days in the Hungarian public media. The author underlines that the editors and presenters dismissed in the first round are mainly people who "don't belong to political parties or ideologies, are open and neutral riporters". The article furthermore points out that profecies seem to be coming true, as "the Hungarian Prime Minister and his party, after the EU-presidency, focus their strength on transforming the republic according to their expectations: tools for restructuring the media are already completely in their hands." |
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The World's Largest Corporations in Fortune Global 500
July 11, 2011
Fortune magazine publishes every year the ranking of the world's largest corporations. In 2011, Wal-Mart tops the Fortune Global 500 for the second year in a row. You can study the full list of the world’s largest corporations, including detailed company profiles and contact information in the issue Fortune Global 500, available in the near future. |
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Hungary's European Union Presidency in The Economist
July 8, 2011
Current issue of British weekly The Economist writes about the 6 months of Hungarian EU presidency in the article titled "Back to partisanship". The article underlines that the Hungarian government is proud that the EU completed negotiations with Croatia and could step forward in the EU-wide Roma and Danube strategies. However, it is also mentionned that some think that the presidency was a "modest success" as this period was "marred by criticism of Fidesz's new media law and constitution, complaints about excessive centralisation of power are returning". |
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Final Harry Potter Film Premiere in London Today
July 7, 2011
The red carpet ceremony of the last Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 takes place in London today. It has already been announced months ago that the "usual" Leicester Square location would be too small for the upcoming event so the world premiere has been relocated to Trafalgar Square. Fans camp out on Trafalgar, many of them have been there for several days to get the best places for observing the ceremony. After the world premiere in London today, the film will be on worldwide distribution as of next week. Since the publication of the first Harry Potter book in 1997, the wizard-story written by J.K. Rowling has been an outstanding success with more than 400 million copies sold worldwide. |
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Pippa Middleton Lands Cover of Tatler Magazine
July 6, 2011
Pippa Middleton has been embraced by the public as a fascinating figure ever since sister Kate married Prince William - and now she is on the cover of Tatler magazine's August issue. In the cover article she reveals secrets about her private life and shares how she manages to be in such splendid form. |
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Winnie the Pooh in Cinemas from Thursday
July 5, 2011
After 35 years, Winnie the Pooh returns to cinemas this Thursday. The film is inspired by A.A. Milne stories but not using them completely. The basic element however remains the same: Pooh wakes up one day to find that he ran out of honey. It seems to be a good idea to take part in the contest for finding Eeyore's tail, as the winner gets a fresh pot of honey... |
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Free "How To Spend It" Edition in Weekend Financial Times
July 1, 2011
This weekend’s Financial Times on Sat/Sun, July 2/3 contains an interesting free edition as part of the How To Spend It series. |
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