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Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Producers were unhappy about the fact that silos are at 150% capacity as compared to normal levels at this time of the year.

Foreign Minister Urges EU-China Cooperation

Szijjártó criticized the EU's planned eleventh sanctions package against Russia for including eight Chinese companies.

Hungary Supports the EU Integration of Moldova

Péter Szijjártó urged the earliest possible enlargement of the EU in Chișinău.

The EP Intends to Prevent Hungary’s EU Presidency, Justice Minister Warns

Fidesz politicians urge the European Commission not to give in to pressure from the Parliament over the EU budget.

Polish Minister Reflects on Friendship with Hungary

"Today, western, central, and eastern Europe represent a completely different set of values," said Przemyslaw Czarnek.

The Image of Europe’s Inviolability Has Collapsed, according to Minister Navracsics

According to the Minister of Regional Development, the United States is misunderstanding China.

Row Erupts with Austria over Prison Release of Human Smugglers

Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg demands explanation from the Hungarian government.

Society

Heartbreaking Message from Father of Climber Missing on Mount Everest

"We love you and are waiting for you at home. Hold on, you are strong!"

Hopes Crushed in Search for Missing Climber on Mount Everest.

Hungarian Mountaineer is now sadly presumed dead.

Hungary Is Being Treated Unfairly, Jordan Peterson Says

"At heart, most people want to live in a functional family," the Canadian psychologist said, praising Hungary's family policy.

Hungary Prepared for Next Potential Health Crisis, Foreign Minister Pledges

The over-politicization of international health should be avoided, Péter Szijjártó told the WHO General Assembly.

Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Producers were unhappy about the fact that silos are at 150% capacity as compared to normal levels at this time of the year.

Increasing Number of Couples Seeking Help to Have Children

In Hungary, one in seven couples may be affected by the problem of not being able to conceive naturally for years.

New Method Developed to Test the Immune System

The function of the immune system can be determined from a single drop of blood using a new innovative method developed at the University of Pécs (PTE).

Economy

Banking System Resilient, but Profits Expected to Fall

Rising inflation, the European energy crisis, and deepening geopolitical tensions are the main drivers of international economic developments.

EU Gives Green Light to Paks Nuclear Plant Extension

The Paks project guarantees the long-term security of Hungary's energy supply, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó says.

German Delegation Inspects Armored Brigade in Tata

Land forces are currently transitioning from Soviet era tanks to state-of-the-art, German manufactured, technology.

“The European Commission Has No Say” in Matters of Domestic Utility Price Caps

Finance Minister Mihály Varga and Gergely Gulyás, Minister of the Prime Minister's Office hold the government info jointly.

Baku to Start Gas Deliveries to Hungary This Year

One hundred million cubic meters of Azerbaijani gas will arrive in the country this year, Minister Péter Szijjártó announced.

Monetary Policy Normalization by Central Bank of Hungary in Progress

While the MNB is the first in the Central European region to ease, analysts list several factors that suggest the Central Bank of Hungary is letting up on the reins at the right time.

Successful Year for the Travel Insurance Market

As opposed to previous years, more than half of Hungarians now travel with insurance.

Culture

Young Photographers Exhibit Their Works at Mai Manó House

The exhibition titled 'Like You and Me - Young Hungarian Photography' presents the themes, technical experiments, and genre-specific features of contemporary Hungarian photography through around 100 contemporary works by thirty young photographers.

Helmut Kohl and Central Europe – International Conference

A friendship that brought down a wall: the role of Helmut Kohl and József Antall in the political history of Europe.

Polish Minister Reflects on Friendship with Hungary

"Today, western, central, and eastern Europe represent a completely different set of values," said Przemyslaw Czarnek.

Celebrities in Wax: Madame Tussauds Budapest Opens on Thursday

Only in Budapest will the public be able to see life-size sculptures of Bud Spencer, Chuck Norris, and Peter Falk, the organizers said.

Professor E. Sylvester Vizi Shares His Thoughts on the Pope’s Visit

Here is his memory, what he gave us in those few days. I think that this is the real reward, the result of Pope Francis' visit", said the former President of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.

International Architectural Prize Won by Hungarian Design Office

The Ferenc Csik Swimming Pool in Sopron has won the Grand Prix designed by the KÖZTI design agency.

Hans Zimmer to Perform Spectacular Concert in Budapest

The famous composer will perform at Papp László Budapest Sports Arena on June 5.

Sport

Heartbreaking Message from Father of Climber Missing on Mount Everest

"We love you and are waiting for you at home. Hold on, you are strong!"

Hopes Crushed in Search for Missing Climber on Mount Everest.

Hungarian Mountaineer is now sadly presumed dead.

Major Sporting Body to Move its Headquarters to Hungary

The move is a further confirmation of Budapest's ambitions to become an international sporting hub.

Unfolding Drama of Hungarian Climber on Mount Everest

A team spotted Szilárd Suhajda on Thursday, but he was not in good condition.

Son of Coach Marco Rossi to Join His Famous Father in Budapest

Simone Rossi will play for a Hungarian water-polo team.

Hungarian Climber Nears Mount Everest Summit without Oxygen Tank

Szilárd Suhajda plans to reach the 8,848-meter summit of Mount Everest on May 24 without the use of an oxygen tank and load carriers.

Free Access for Children to Budapest “Beach”

There will also be a youth discount for 12 to 18 years olds.

Lifestyle

Adults and Children Enchanted by Witches’ Fairytale Trail in Sopron Mountains

Families visiting the forest can look forward to special tasks, fairytale experiences, and exciting games.

Hotels Fill Up for the Long Festive Weekend

Lake Balaton is the most popular destination for both international and Hungarian tourists.

Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Producers were unhappy about the fact that silos are at 150% capacity as compared to normal levels at this time of the year.

Free Access for Children to Budapest “Beach”

There will also be a youth discount for 12 to 18 years olds.

Winner of International Nature and Environment Film Festival Announced

Yann Sochaczewski's "Cactus Hotel" won first prize in the feature-length nature film category.

Mosquitoes’ Fate Sealed by New Eradication Program

Due to the rainy weather of the past weeks and the high water level of rivers, a large number of mosquito breeding sites have been formed in the country, and the warming weather has also started to draw adult mosquitoes.

Successful Year for the Travel Insurance Market

As opposed to previous years, more than half of Hungarians now travel with insurance.

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A New Overview Regarding Antisemitism in Hungary Published

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Olympic Champion Zoltán Kammerer Elected Mayor of Göd

Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Foreign Minister Urges EU-China Cooperation

Hungary Supports the EU Integration of Moldova

The EP Intends to Prevent Hungary’s EU Presidency, Justice Minister Warns

Polish Minister Reflects on Friendship with Hungary

The Image of Europe’s Inviolability Has Collapsed, according to Minister Navracsics

Row Erupts with Austria over Prison Release of Human Smugglers

Heartbreaking Message from Father of Climber Missing on Mount Everest

Hopes Crushed in Search for Missing Climber on Mount Everest.

Hungary Is Being Treated Unfairly, Jordan Peterson Says

Hungary Prepared for Next Potential Health Crisis, Foreign Minister Pledges

Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Increasing Number of Couples Seeking Help to Have Children

New Method Developed to Test the Immune System

Banking System Resilient, but Profits Expected to Fall

EU Gives Green Light to Paks Nuclear Plant Extension

German Delegation Inspects Armored Brigade in Tata

“The European Commission Has No Say” in Matters of Domestic Utility Price Caps

Baku to Start Gas Deliveries to Hungary This Year

Monetary Policy Normalization by Central Bank of Hungary in Progress

Successful Year for the Travel Insurance Market

Young Photographers Exhibit Their Works at Mai Manó House

Helmut Kohl and Central Europe – International Conference

Polish Minister Reflects on Friendship with Hungary

Celebrities in Wax: Madame Tussauds Budapest Opens on Thursday

Professor E. Sylvester Vizi Shares His Thoughts on the Pope’s Visit

International Architectural Prize Won by Hungarian Design Office

Hans Zimmer to Perform Spectacular Concert in Budapest

Heartbreaking Message from Father of Climber Missing on Mount Everest

Hopes Crushed in Search for Missing Climber on Mount Everest.

Major Sporting Body to Move its Headquarters to Hungary

Unfolding Drama of Hungarian Climber on Mount Everest

Son of Coach Marco Rossi to Join His Famous Father in Budapest

Hungarian Climber Nears Mount Everest Summit without Oxygen Tank

Free Access for Children to Budapest “Beach”

Adults and Children Enchanted by Witches’ Fairytale Trail in Sopron Mountains

Hotels Fill Up for the Long Festive Weekend

Farmers Join Their European Counterparts During Brussels Protest

Free Access for Children to Budapest “Beach”

Winner of International Nature and Environment Film Festival Announced

Mosquitoes’ Fate Sealed by New Eradication Program

Successful Year for the Travel Insurance Market