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Elon Musk Reacts to Viktor Orbán’s Post on USAID Financing Politico

Elon Musk Reacts to Viktor Orbán’s Post on USAID Financing Politico

USAID was a well-known agency in Hungary accused of tilting the NGO and media landscape to the left.

Increased Police Presence Against Extremist Groups Ahead of Rally

Increased Police Presence Against Extremist Groups Ahead of Rally

Extremist groups are gathering, but the police is prepared.

Opinion

Hermann Tertsch: Undoing the Harm to Our Societies Will Be Traumatic

Hermann Tertsch: Undoing the Harm to Our Societies Will Be Traumatic

Hungary is strong, but Hungarians must be aware that these attacks will continue.

“The Pinnacle of Freedom”: High Tech Hungarian Helicopter Takes Shape

“The Pinnacle of Freedom”: High Tech Hungarian Helicopter Takes Shape

The Hungarocopter start-up is geared towards success in a very competitive market.

The Hungarian Community Shows Unity amid Los Angeles Fires

The Hungarian Community Shows Unity amid Los Angeles Fires

Honorary Consul Éva Voising spoke to us about the unfolding disaster.

MCC Brussels Study: The House of the “End” of European History

MCC Brussels Study: The House of the “End” of European History

The HEH remains a key plank of the EU’s propaganda narrative.

Domestic Politics

Increased Police Presence Against Extremist Groups Ahead of Rally

Increased Police Presence Against Extremist Groups Ahead of Rally

Extremist groups are gathering, but the police is prepared.

National Consultation Shows That Hungarians Are Not Indifferent to Current Affairs

The 14th national consultation on economic policy received 1,350,690 responses.

Hungarians Reject the Idea of Early Elections

The number of those who are in favor has even decreased compared to spring 2024.

Minister Announces Long-awaited Public Transport Improvements

If there is a delay of at least 20 minutes, half of the ticket price will be refunded.

Hungarian Families Pay the Lowest Gas and Electricity Bills in Europe

Hungary's gas system and its geopolitical position were strengthened by the end of the Russian-Ukrainian gas transit.

Significant Pay Rise in the Education Sector from January

The three-year pay improvement program for teachers and kindergarten teachers was announced last December.

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

In January, Hungarians recieved gas and electricity at the lowest cost in Europe.

Foreign politics

Elon Musk Reacts to Viktor Orbán’s Post on USAID Financing Politico

Elon Musk Reacts to Viktor Orbán’s Post on USAID Financing Politico

USAID was a well-known agency in Hungary accused of tilting the NGO and media landscape to the left.

Foreign Minister Proposes Unifying UN Counter-Terrorism Operations

Péter Szijjártó emphasized that today, humanity lives in an era of threats and constant crises.

“Scandalous things are happening in Poland,” Says Foreign Minister

Péter Szijjártó met the vice president of the Konfederacja party alliance, Krzysztof Bosak.

In Viktor Orbán’s View, Trump Has Turned the World Upside Down

The new US administration will have a transformative effect on the European Union.

Hungary to Participate in NATO’s Baltic Air Policing Tasks

We are at the forefront of NATO in spending almost half of our defense budget on development, said the Foreign Minister.

Hermann Tertsch: Undoing the Harm to Our Societies Will Be Traumatic

Hungary is strong, but Hungarians must be aware that these attacks will continue.

Secret Services: Disinformation Campaign against Viktor Orbán Uncovered

Secret Services: Disinformation Campaign against Viktor Orbán Uncovered

Máté Kocsis thinks the disinformation campaign launched by Ukraine is for undermining Hungary's ability to assert its interests.

Society

Doctors Accused of Carrying Out Illegal Sex Change Operations

Doctors Accused of Carrying Out Illegal Sex Change Operations

They allegedly used the infrastructure of the state hospital.

Increased Police Presence Against Extremist Groups Ahead of Rally

Extremist groups are gathering, but the police is prepared.

Paramedic in Transylvania Demanded Hungarian Family to Speak Romanian

The Romanian doctor was treating a patient suspected of having a stroke.

Police Deployed to Strengthen Serbian-Macedonian Border Security

The contingent will support the protection of the border section with all-terrain vehicles and high-tech devices.

Hungary Has Helped More than Two Million Christians in Distress

Secretary of State Tristan Azbej is in the United States to find allies for the Hungary Helps program.

Philosopher and Journalist Ervin Nagy Passes Away

Many have taken to social media to say goodbye and remember him.

Marriage Week Awaits Couples with Many Interesting Programs

Marriage Week Awaits Couples with Many Interesting Programs

The event is being celebrated for the 18th time in Hungary.

Economy

Self-driving Armored Vehicle Developed at Hungarian University

Self-driving Armored Vehicle Developed at Hungarian University

The university cooperated with a leading manufacturer of the Hungarian defense industry on the project.

Record Traffic in Hungary’s Airspace Last Year

HungaroControl was the first in Europe to introduce unrestricted free use of airspace for aircraft.

First Vectron Electric Locomotive Starts Its Journey

According to the development plans, every other MÁV locomotive will be modern by summer 2026.

Foreign Minister: “Economic policy must be left to Member States”

According to Péter Szijjártó, the EU is in the worst position of the major players in the world economy.

New Gidráns to Further Strengthen the Defense Forces

The combat vehicles are manufactured by Nurol Makina in Türkiye.

Young Professionals’ Income at All Time High

Most of 19 to 29 year olds expect a further salary increase in the future.

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

In January, Hungarians recieved gas and electricity at the lowest cost in Europe.

Culture

Excavations to Uncover Medieval City Center in Szeged

Excavations to Uncover Medieval City Center in Szeged

No comprehensive excavation has ever been carried out here.

Unique Rarities Await Visitors at the Art and Antique Budapest Exhibition

Compared to previous years, this year's event offers perhaps one of the most diverse selections.

Big Reveal: The Hungarian Mascot of the Osaka World Expo Is Here

Miska the jug symbolizes the strength of common customs and traditions.

Exhibition to Showcase the Work of Former Dior Fashion Photographer

The photographs on display will be available for purchase.

Hungarian-Turkish Year of Innovation Kicks Off with Defense Cooperation

24 joint projects putting defense policy and defense innovation issues in focus are being planned.

Soviet Tank Could Be Recovered from the Tisza River

Recovering the vehicle, located at a depth of 21 meters in the riverbed, is neither cheap nor easy.

New Series about the Communist Era: “Our Historical Burden”

New Series about the Communist Era: “Our Historical Burden”

A new series of discussions about the historical traumas of Hungarian society.

Sport

Liverpool Coach Praises Hungarian Left-Back Player

Liverpool Coach Praises Hungarian Left-Back Player

According to Arne Slot, Milos Kerkez is having a great season.

Next Winter Olympics Could See One of the Largest Hungarian Delegations Ever

The delegation of 16-25 would be roughly doubled by the women's ice hockey team's participation.

46th Tour de Hongrie Route Unveiled

The competition, 100 years old this year, was first held in 1925.

Olympic Champion Fencer Lídia Dömölky Becomes Athlete of the Nation

Her greatest individual success came in 1955, when she became world champion in Rome at the age of 19.

Kerkez Joins Greek Football Club Aris FC

The left-back has previously played for Serbian teams.

National Athletics Center Nominated for International Architecture Award

The Budapest stadium served as the venue of the 2023 World Athletics Championships.

Marco Rossi: “Everybody in Europe respects the Hungarian national team now”

Marco Rossi: “Everybody in Europe respects the Hungarian national team now”

In a recent interview, the manager of the national football team praised not only the players but the fans as well.

Lifestyle

Will Smith’s Son Wears Hungarian Designer at Grammy Awards

Will Smith’s Son Wears Hungarian Designer at Grammy Awards

Jaden Smith wore a black vampire castle as a headdress.

Jet2.com to Launch New Flights to England

The British low-cost airline will expand its Budapest offer with two destinations.

Thematic Walks among Tropical Orchids in Szeged

During the first days of February, almost a hundred species and varieties of orchids bloom at the same time.

BCEFW Fashion Hub to Celebrate the Richness of the Creative Industries

The 15th season of the Budapest Central European Fashion Week will take place between February 10-16.

Budapest Restaurant Wins World’s Best Pizza Title

About 600 pizza makers from around the world came together to compete in Rimini, Italy.

Surprise Winter Wonderland in Northern Hungary

Picturesque scenes are created by February snowfall.

Carnival Season Kicks Off with Fun Racing Events

Carnival Season Kicks Off with Fun Racing Events

Parties and plenty of fun will be guaranteed for children and adults alike.

Gallery

Surprise Winter Wonderland in Northern Hungary

Bridge of National Unity Sets Guinness World Record

Happy New Year from Hungary!

Hungary’s Christmas Spirit: 19 Magnificent Trees Across the Counties

Airforce Fighter Jets Say ‘Thank You’ to Comrades in Fly-past

The “Nation’s Christmas Tree” Erected in Front of the Parliament

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