Debrecen Battery Factory Faces Legal Issues
The environmental permit of CATL, which has significant water and energy requirements, was challenged in court by six private individuals and two civil organisations.
The environmental permit of CATL, which has significant water and energy requirements, was challenged in court by six private individuals and two civil organisations.
‘University of Debrecen Foundation Board of Trustees chairman György Kossa said that when two global brands, BMW and DE, come together, it sends a strong message to the students studying at the university, and to the residents of the region as well.’
The massive electric vehicle-related investments that Debrecen has secured over the past year represent a major step in Hungary’s shift toward a more sustainable economic development.
A record number of young people have applied to the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s free talent programmes, prompting an extension of the University Programme application deadline to 4 August. Interest spans from primary school to university-level courses.
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) will adopt a new performance-based funding model, securing long-term financial support to enhance its engineering, IT, and research capacities as part of a 25-year strategic agreement with the government.
Three Hungarian universities now rank among the top 2 per cent globally, and 12 in the top 5 per cent, according to the latest international rankings. Despite political tension with the EU, Hungary’s education reforms show measurable academic and research progress.
‘Karácsony’s influence extended beyond scouting; he was also a respected teacher and writer. His works often reflected his educational philosophy and his commitment to nurturing the youth. His legacy in Hungarian education and scouting remains significant, as he played a crucial role in shaping the lives of many young people through his innovative approaches and unwavering dedication.’
‘Sometimes I had to ask my uncle…to give me food, or knock on the neighbor’s door for dinner…Meanwhile, during the summers, I experienced in America that life is predictable there: if someone was willing to work, they could be independent and achieve anything they wanted. That’s what ultimately led me to the conclusion that I should return to the U.S. and get my PhD there.’
Hungary saw a major tourism boom over the Pentecost weekend, with 45 per cent more visitors at Lake Balaton and a nationwide surge in hotel stays driven by warm weather and holiday travel. Tourism revenue rose 35 per cent, hitting a record 12.1 billion forints.
‘It all started when I noticed that the church was emptying, that parents weren’t bringing their children who were the same age as mine. As I mentioned, my faith is deeply emotional. Christmas has always meant a lot to me—it offers a spiritual experience and creates a warm family atmosphere. So, I thought maybe I could awaken that same feeling in young people and bring them back to church.’
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