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*All the presentations are in Hungarian. Thanks for your understanding!* Miért rákkeltő az alkoholfogyasztás? És mi az univerzum két legnagyobb rejtélye? A márciusi Budapest Science Meetupon kiderül. **Az alkohol rákkeltő hatásának nyomában** *Szüts Dávid – HUN-REN TTK, Molekuláris Élettudományi Intézet, Genom Stabilitás Kutatócsoport* Az alkoholfogyasztás ismerten rákkeltő, de vajon miért? Kutatócsoportunk az etanol fő bomlástermékének, az acetaldehidnek a mutagenikus hatását vizsgálta sejttenyészetekben. Az általunk talált hatás enyhe, de egyértelmű: DNS-törésekre utaló genomi átrendeződéseket találtuk sejtvonalakon végzett kísérletekben, és ugyanilyen mutációk alkoholfogyasztással való asszociációját gyomorrák esetekben. Az eredmények alapján az acetaldehid DNS-töréseket előidézve okozhat olyan változásokat a testi sejtek génállományában, amelyek hozzájárulnak a tumorok kialakulásához. **Az univerzum két nagy rejtélye: a sötét energia és a Hubble-feszültség** *Raffai Péter – ELTE TTK Atomfizikai Tanszék* A fizikai kozmológia alapvetése, hogy a világegyetem nagy léptékben homogén. Einstein általános relativitáselmélete szerint egy ilyen univerzum tágul, vagyis a kozmikus távolságok -például a galaxisok között- mindenütt azonos ütemben nőnek. A növekedés mai üteme, a Hubble-állandó, a tágulástörténet kulcsparamétere - az univerzum korát is ő árulja el. A legkülönfélébb megfigyelésekhez a Lambda-CDM kozmológiai modell illeszkedik leginkább; eszerint a tágulás mintegy 5 milliárd éve lassulóból gyorsulóba váltott át, egy ismeretlen összetevő, a sötét energia hatására. A sötét energia mellett a kozmológia legégetőbb kihívásává a "Hubble-feszültség" vált: a Hubble-állandó különböző mérési módszerekkel kétféle értékűnek adódik. Vajon ez csak mérési hiba? Vagy forradalom előjele a kozmológiában? És lehet a két nagy rejtélynek közös feloldása?

**Join us for our next Ethereum Meetup in beautiful Budapest!** **What to expect** * Casual vibes * Networking & community activities * A mix of general and technical talks & discussions * Drinks & snacks **↗️ [Luma](https://luma.com/j77fxzdn)** *🧭 Make sure to check out "**How to Find Us**" in the Location section to get the exact instructions on how to access the space* 📑**Agenda** 🕡 **6:30 - 7:15 pm** * Arrivals * Introduction, community goals, Ethereum core development & ecosystem news - Eniko (EF) 🕢**7:15 pm - 7:45 pm** Ethereum's Scaling Roadmap - Péter Garamvölgyi⁩ (Scroll) 🕢**7:45 pm - 10:00 pm** * Open discussions, community activities and networking The agenda is subject to change. The event’s primary language is English to accommodate all. The events are always interactive and we encourage discussions. 💬 *Az elsődleges nyelv a Meetupon az angol, de természetesen próbálunk alkalmazkodni mindenkihez. Akinek az angol problémát jelent, van lehetőség kérdésre, vagy az előadások után diskurzusra.* **Organizers and sponsors** * Ethereum Everywhere (Ethereum Foundation) * Guild.xyz

*“If children were brought into the world by an act of pure reason alone, would the human race continue to exist?"* Arthur Schopenhauer. Antinatalism asks an uncomfortable question: **Is it morally justified to bring a new person into existence?** In a world marked by suffering, uncertainty, inequality, and social fragility, some philosophers argue that *not being born* may be better than being born at all. This session explores antinatalism, through thinkers like Schopenhauer, and David Benatar. But this is no longer a purely philosophical question. Today, birth rates are collapsing across much of the world. States intervene through incentives, restrictions, and population engineering. Technology separates sex from pregnancy and reproduction from the human body itself. This session explores birth and antinatalism **at the intersection of philosophy, demography, politics, and technology**. **Introduction (15 minutes)** We start with a short introduction of the guests. **Questions to discuss: (1 hour and 45 minutes):** 1. Would you want to be born again? 2. Can it ever be ethical to impose life on someone **without their consent**? 3. Can we meaningfully say someone is “better or worse off” for never existing? 4. How much suffering is it enough to make life not worth starting? 5. Is it worse to risk suffering, or to deny existence entirely? 6. Does society pressure people into reproduction for economic or cultural survival? 7. If antinatalism is right, what follows? Adoption? Voluntary extinction? 8. Can creating a new life be a morally neutral act, or is it better continuing one that already exists? 9. Is having children an act of hope or an act of denial? 10. Can a society that stops reproducing still be a political community — or only an administrative one? is antinatalism politically destabilizing by definition? (Movie: The children of men, Hannah Arendt) 11. Would politics freeze without generational replacement? 12. Would immortality eliminate progress — or stabilize it? 13. Would immortal societies become conservative by default? 14. Is the “right to have a child” absolute—or should it be conditional? If adoption requires screening, why doesn’t biological parenthood? 15. What are the consequences if artificial wombs become viable? 16. What happens when reproduction becomes a technical process rather than a human one? (Recommended documentary: "The Man with 1000 Kids" on Netflix) 17. Was the One-Child Policy an ethical catastrophe — or a brutal but rational response to material limits? If overpopulation causes massive suffering, is coercive birth control ever morally defensible? 18. If parents screen embryos for severe diseases, is that eugenics — or responsibility? 19. Why is state-driven selection immoral, but market-driven selection acceptable? 20. Is the traditional nuclear family the only morally acceptable way to raise a child?

Következő meetuponkon a Morgan Stanley lát minket vendégül. Agenda: 17:30 - 18:00 Regisztráció 18:00 Köszöntő: HUPPUG és Morgan Stanley Session 1: Copilot Studio in Practice: Agents That Simply Work - Jaray István Session 2: Can you make Citizen Development work? What I learned from my first Power Platform projects - Marcell Pörczi 19:15 - 20:00 Networking Ahogy eddig megszokhattátok, az esemény nem lesz közvetítve, illetve felvéve. A helyek limitáltak, így megkérnénk Titeket, ha nem tudnátok jönni, akkor szabadítsátok fel a helyeteket. A helyszínt és a cateringet a Morgan Stanley biztosítja! A helyek befoglalása megjelenés nélkül befolyásolhatja a következő eseményeinken való részvétel lehetőségét. 🇺🇸 At our next meetup, our host will be hosted Morgan Stanley. Agenda 17:30 – 18:00 Registration 18:00 Welcome: HUPPUG and Morgan Stanley Session 1: Copilot Studio in Practice: Agents That Simply Work – István Jaray Session 2: Can you Make Citizen Development Work? What I Learned from My First Power Platform Projects – Marcell Pörczi 19:15 – 20:00 Networking As you’ve come to expect, the event will not be streamed or recorded. Since the number of seats is limited, we kindly ask that if you cannot attend, please free up your spot. The venue and catering are provided by Morgan Stanley. Please note that reserving a seat and not attending may affect your ability to participate in our future events.

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

El objetivo de este encuentro es romper el hielo, hablar de las historias que nos gusta escribir, de por qué escribimos, de los libros que nos gusta leer, de qué dificultades encontramos al enfrentarnos al folio en blanco y de qué esperamos del grupo. En definitiva, se trata de conocernos como personas para entendernos como escritores. No importa si has escrito diez novelas, cuatro cuentos o el precioso título de un poema sin versos. Aquí todo aspirante a juntaletras es bienvenido.

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Register here: https://forms.gle/JKjGn4aGBr1r1dF48 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at A&O Hostel Budapest, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez & Fanni Pinter will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Grand Prize – The season’s top team wins a 20,000 HUF bar tab! First Event: Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

**A RÉSZVÉTELHEZ KÉRJÜK, REGISZTRÁLJ ITT:** [https://cooltix.hu/event/69a7fe0e68a9c24e0a81174b](https://cooltix.hu/event/69a7fe0e68a9c24e0a81174b) Van egy startup ötleted, vagy már építed a vállalkozásod, de jól jönne néhány tapasztalt szakértő visszajelzése? 🤔 Március 13-án Expert Office Hourst szervezünk a Puzl CowOrKingben, ahol több innovációs ökoszisztéma-szereplővel együtt várunk benneteket. Az esemény során lehetőségetek lesz feltenni a kérdéseiteket, szakértői visszajelzést kérni a startupotok helyzetéről, vagy átbeszélni konkrét üzleti, jogi és tőkebevonási témákat. A megszokott office hours beszélgetések mellett egy rövid bemutatkozó blokkot is tartunk, ahol jobban is megismerhetitek szakértőinket. Akik velünk tartanak: 🔹 Dr. Szabó András: Startupokra specializálódott ügyvéd, aki rendszeresen segít az alapítóknak eligazodni a jogi kérdésekben, a cégalapítástól a befektetési megállapodásokig. 🔹 István Zsolt: Az Initium Venture Labs technológia transzfer mendezsere, több mint 25 év tapasztalattal K+F+I projektek vezetésében, aki akadémiai és ipari környezetben egyaránt dolgozott innovációs programok és ökoszisztémák fejlesztésén. 🔹 Szántó Károly: Az UniPrisma Venture Studio alapítója és vezérigazgatója, aki egyetemekkel és befektetőkkel együttműködve segít kutatási eredményekből befektetésre kész deep tech vállalkozásokat építeni. 📅 2026\. március 13\. \(péntek\) \| 9:30–13:00 📍 Puzl CowOrKing Budapest Ha kérdésetek van a startupotokkal, üzleti modellel vagy a következő lépésekkel kapcsolatban, érdemes csatlakozni. 😉

Hello everyone, Take a break from your week, make progress on your reading in good company, then join a relaxed chat about what everyone's been reading. ️Schedule 10:30 \- 11:00 \| Arrival & Introduction round 11:00 \- 12:00 \| Silent Reading Hour 12:00 \- 13:00 \| Chat & Discussion Location Metropolitan Ervin Szabo Public Library, Boulevard Library It will take place in the event room. After you enter the library, turn right, cross the lounge, and go down the stairs at the far end. If you bring snacks, you can have them in the lounge area. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're welcome. See you there! **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)(monthly book club voting) **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** (previous books read in sessions) **[Silent Book Club](https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us)** (the idea itself, where did it come from?) **[Contribution Tracker](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1C_N9CN_pQO5aUYezqzQW4GS7pr8IfplchwG8-ruZ19g/edit?usp=sharing)** (spreadsheet for our private room experiment)

Are you tired of smalltalk? Do you prefer intellectual conversations to partying? Do you like art movies? Are you somewhat of an introvert? Hi guys, I'm more than happy to say that we'll have our very first Cinema&Discussions this Friday from 6 p.m. at Toldi Cinema. Trailer: [https://youtu.be/IuV6YHgRdzo?si=hZyPd__zbFHKVXUM](https://youtu.be/IuV6YHgRdzo?si=hZyPd__zbFHKVXUM&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWl4QU1tcFg5UGZSZ0ZMVHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4573ZkrbGCRcru6kYKKqNPLToGYQx3QVCRRR22rWD2_hnzT019wMlYF954WA_aem_mO_01hYoG9o0LWh1ualncA) Tickets: [https://toldi.bpfilm.hu/tid.asp?id=9bde62](https://toldi.bpfilm.hu/tid.asp?id=9bde62&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWl4QU1tcFg5UGZSZ0ZMVHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5mD58lyqzz5w2oBK9YDjYSlGv22RORvcfOVTOxtSS8lrRf9Av2Q6AMiCjmRQ_aem_06cMLzhS2klR9gv0TlKvAw) . English audio, Hungarian subtitles. We do not need to sit close to each other, feel free to buy your tickets wherever you wish to sit. Event structure: 5.15-5.45 is pre-movie mingling, talking and time to grab your popcorn if you wish to (optional) 5.45-6.00 watching advertisement before the movie starts haha 6.00-8.30 watching the movie 8.30-11.45 (or until you want to) discussion (main part of the event!) at the Turkish restaurant near Nyugati (Budapest, Teréz krt. 62, 1066) or any nearby place (I'll update this event at 8.30 if we move to any other place). Let me know if you know any more suitable place by Thursday. You can join us just for the discussion part, if you've seen the movie before or just want to get inspiration to watch it. The event is free, just grab your own cinema ticket and drink afterwards for the discussion. Feel free to come&go as you wish to English is the common language, so the discussion part will be in English.

Ciao a tutti. Sono Alberto il proprietario della gelateria Dolceintervallo e Pastaincasa. Volevo comunicarvi che riapriremo il locale verso meta marzo ( la data e indicativa ancora visto il tempo ) ,e siete invitati all evento di apertura dove potrete gustare un buonissimo gelato italiano accompagnato da un ottimo caffe o cappuccino o da un dessert e sedervi di sopra in galleria dove potrete comunicare con altri amici o con il sottoscritto in italiano o guardare un film di sopra in lingua italiana con sottotitoli se vi e piu facile . Whos interested let me know 😜 Buona giornata e tutti e a presto Alberto

**Moderate level – adults and teenagers with hiking experience** **Sunday, March 15** **Preacher’s Throne** is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the **Pilis Mountains**, overlooking the famous **Danube Bend**. The route begins with a **long, steep climb** — the most challenging part of the hike. After that, the trail becomes easier. Along the way we will also visit the **Standing Stones** — impressive rock formations rising straight from the ground. It’s a truly **beautiful and rewarding route**. On the way we can prepare a **shared hot lunch**: grains, vegetables, cheese, and spices — simple but very tasty hiking food. And as always, we will include our **practice of silence**, learning to reconnect with nature and inner harmony. *** 🥾 **Distance:** 15.8 km ⬆️⬇️ Total ascent/descent: **693 m / 620 m** *** ## ⏱ Meeting point **08:20 – Újpest-Városkapu metro station** Last carriage from the city center, upstairs near the ticket offices. Return to **Batthyány tér** around **16:30–17:30**. *** ## 💶 Price Early payment (until Friday 20:00): **12,000 HUF** Until Saturday 14:00: **14,000 HUF** Standard: **16,000 HUF** 🥣 Optional hot lunch: Under 16 – **2000 HUF** Adults – **2500 HUF** *** ## Cancellation policy Less than **24 hours before the event** – 50% refund Less than **12 hours** – no refund *** ## 🎒 What to bring * Water 1,5 liter * Packed lunch **or** bowl and spoon + extra water if joining the group meal * Comfortable clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty * Warm layers * Wind / rain jacket * Tick repellent * Optional thermos with tea * Something sweet to share with tea (we usually share with the group) To sign up please contact me via **WhatsApp: https://wa.me/36305183643** +36305183643 **Or Telegram:** @Rudra_AM You can also pay to Revolut, Wise, by bank transfer.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CGM1Jm8JfNS291xA1zMobk) ] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

\*\*A photography experience for women in transition Limited to max. 3 participants \*\* [https://healingtalkswoman.com/healing-photoshoot--film](https://healingtalkswoman.com/healing-photoshoot--film) [https://www.instagram.com/her.soul____?igsh=MWYwbGMydTBieGZqZQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/her.soul____?igsh=MWYwbGMydTBieGZqZQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) Her Soul is an unique portrait photography experience, where images are created through presence, gentle movement, and attention. The focus is photography. The difference is that we don’t rush into it. What is Her Soul? Her Soul is designed for women who are in a transitional phase of life: closing a chapter entering something new letting go redefining themselves choosing themselves again The portraits are not about posing or performance. They are about arrival. Images are created from who you are in this moment from your presence, your movement, your silence. How the session works This is a small group format (maximum 3 women), but each participant receives her own individual portrait session. The process includes: a short arrival and grounding phase gentle, guided movement to connect with your body individual portrait photography calm, focused attention throughout the session You will not be asked to share personal stories unless you choose to. There is no group discussion requirement. What you receive (per participant) Individual portrait photography session Personal attention and direction during the shoot A curated selection of retouched digital images (high resolution) A calm, safe, non-performative environment Practical details 📍 Location: Budapest (details shared after registration) ⏳ Duration: approx. 90 minutes total 👥 Group size: max. 3 participants 💰 Price (per person): • 1 participant: 48,000 HUF / 125 EUR person • 2 participants: 42,000 HUF / 110 EUR person • 3 participants: 38,000 HUF / 99 EUR person **About the creator** The session is led by Ruttner Kata Alina, editor and documentary filmmaker, creator of Healing Talks. Her work focuses on women’s inner stories, presence, and lived experience — translated into images, not concepts. Registration Participation is registration-based. To join, please write to: 📩 [alinaruttner@gmail.com](mailto:alinaruttner@gmail.com) Places are limited.

Free at Bexley Library Adventures in Ecological Horticulture with Rebecca McMackin Wednesday, March 18 1:00pm - 2:30pm Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens. Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically. Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden. She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches. She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 **Abstract** TBD **YouTube Link** TBA

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

"Astrology: The Essential Basics" 5 classes with Judi Vitale, MA, C.A., NCGR-PAA Wed, Feb 11 | Zoom This course is an introduction to astrology for those who are interested in using this ancient art and science for their own illumination, and in preparing to offer astrology services to clients. About the event Astrology: The Essential Basics - Class Outline A 5-part course presented by Judi Vitale, MA, C.A. NCGR-PAA Wednesday 7:30 PM February 11 (#1) and 25 (#2), March 11 (#3) and 25 (#4), April 8 (#5). This course is an introduction to astrology for those who are interested in using this ancient art and science for their own illumination, and in preparing to offer astrology services to clients. It covers the very basic elements of astrology, including how astrology can be used and the ethics involved in working with clients. Written materials are provided, along with instruction on drawing the glyphs of the planets and signs. The Whole Signs House system will be used as the basis for this course. This system makes it easier for students to comprehend the meanings of elements, modalities, sect, and aspects. Each class is 90 minutes in length. Lesson #1: Astrology: A Historical Overview and Applications in the Modern World Lesson #2: The Zodiac, The Signs, and the Planets that Play in Them Lesson #3: The Ways the Planets Play (Planets in Signs) Lesson #4: The Houses and Aspects Lesson #5: Forecasting with Transits - Ethics and Technique After more than 40 years as a professional astrologer, speaker, and writer, Judi thrives on sharing what she has been given by her illustrious teachers. She earned her Level IV Certification from NCGR-PAA in 1995, She specializes in counseling clients using techniques ranging from traditional astrology to Uranian analysis. Judi holds a Master's degree in Transpersonal Counseling, and offers a coaching practice that emphasizes hypnotherapy and breathwork as well as astrology. She lives in Pittsburgh with her tiny dog Candace.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Crimson Cup Coffee Shop - Clintonville](https://www.crimsoncup.com/about/location/clintonville)!

Let’s meet and discuss this fun but moving collection of wildly creative short stories. (Photo credit: TimesNowNews.com)

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow