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Material Evidence in Romanian Show Trial Against Ethnic Hungarians to be Destroyed

Former Chief Justice Zoltán Lomnici Sr. says this will prevent the European Court of Human Rights from reviewing the legality of the trial

Fidesz MEPs Warn of Minority Rights Situation in Ukraine

The European Parliament voted in favor of an embargo on imports of fossil fuels from Russia.

Justice Minister Asks the Commission about US NGO Interference

According to Judit Varga, Europeans should be aware of any external influence on their democratic electoral processes.

Foreign Minister Demands US Ambassador to Show More Respect

We are not receiving governors or magistrates, Péter Szijjártó said after David Pressman's criticism.

Hungary Supports Bulgaria’s Accession to the Schengen Zone

President Katalin Novák said that this is also in the interest of the European Union.

Manfred Weber Makes a Border Fence U-turn

In December, Weber accused Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of opening the border to illegal migrants.

Austria and Hungary on Common Ground Regarding the Ukraine War

The Austrian Minister of Defense met with the Hungarian Minister of Defense in Budapest.

Society

Material Evidence in Romanian Show Trial Against Ethnic Hungarians to be Destroyed

Former Chief Justice Zoltán Lomnici Sr. says this will prevent the European Court of Human Rights from reviewing the legality of the trial

Hungarians Cringe Over Insects in Food Products

There is a growing drive in the European Union to address protein deficiency in this way.

Home Renovations Could Gain on Popularity This Year

The pace in the 2023 real estate market will be dictated by buyers, for whom the energy features of properties have become increasingly important.

Judaism Is Flourishing in Hungary, Says Chief Rabbi

Tamás Róna said that he feels much safer as a Jew in Hungary than in other parts of the world.

UEFA Bans Flags Depicting Historic Great Hungary

The ban does not apply to matches organized by the Hungarian Football Association.

We are United to Help, According to State Secretary Potápi

Until February 17, 250 students from Transcarpathia are expected every week in the camp of the Rákóczi Association in Sátoraljaújhely.

New anti-Hungarian Measures in Ukraine

Local politicians from Munkatsch arranged for the removal of Hungarian flags and the dismissal of a Hungarian school principal.

Economy

Justice Minister Optimistic about EU Funds

Judit Varga expects the European Commission to be objective and constructive.

On the Way to Recovery as Interest Rates Begin to Decrease

In recent months, loans have been accompanied by extremely high interest rates, which has discouraged many from borrowing.

Further Success in Hungarian-Egyptian Economic Relations

The Hungarian Foreign Minister said that the conditions for successful economic cooperation between Hungary and Egypt are in place, which offer new opportunities for companies from both countries.

Defense Cooperation with Rheinmetall Is of Key Importance

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán maintains that military industrial development must continue.

Electrolux to Stop Production at Rural Factory in 2024

The decision is due to the changed business outlook and low demand.

Government to Pay Steelworkers’ Wages for Six Months

Dunaferr has been destroyed by its former owners, company executives, and finally the Brussels sanctions, Viktor Orbán says.

The Next Generation of Astronauts Start Their Training in Fighter Jets

The Air Force's Gripen aircraft are used to find the most suitable candidate for the space program

Culture

Applications for the 2023 Bartók World Competition to Open

The Liszt Academy welcomes applications for violinists for this year’s round.

Former CEU President Launches Scathing Attack on Hungarian PM

Strong-worded discreditation attempt launched by former rector and current lecturer at the Central European University.

Change of Guard with Bagpipes in front of Hungarian Parliament

The event was in honor of Scottish national poet Robert Burns.

Judaism Is Flourishing in Hungary, Says Chief Rabbi

Tamás Róna said that he feels much safer as a Jew in Hungary than in other parts of the world.

Continuation of Erasmus+ Programs Not in Danger, Minister Says

Parliament can adopt the necessary amendments as early as in March.

MCC Holds International Conference on Future of Publishing

Only 30 percent of the European population buys at least one book a year.

Expert Advise on New Strains of Coronavirus

Caution and preventive measures are still necessary, but there is no cause for panic.

Sport

Márton Fucsovics in Third Round of Australian Open

Fucsovics reached the third round for the fourth time in Melbourne, where he now has 11 main draw wins, his most in a Grand Slam.

Debate Continues on Political Symbols in Football

The Hungarian Football Association is in talks with UEFA concerning images of Great Hungary.

Upcoming World Athletics Championships Shaping Up to Be a Success

Tickets have already been bought from 68 countries for the event, which starts in 200 days.

Former Captain of Hungarian National Football Team Leaves Swiss Club

FC Basel and Ádám Szalai have terminated their contract by mutual agreement after long uncertainty.

Romanian Soccer Match Interrupted Due to Anti-Hungarian Slogans

It is the first time in Romania that a match is interrupted because of racist, xenophobic chants.

UEFA Bans Flags Depicting Historic Great Hungary

The ban does not apply to matches organized by the Hungarian Football Association.

World Cup Players Repeat Performance of Hungarian Golden Team

There are now three teams whose players scored the most goals at FIFA World Cups: Paris Saint-German, Bayern Munich, and Budapest Honvéd.

Lifestyle

First Day of the Year Breaks Official Heat Record

After a mild start, cooler temperatures are expected in the second half of the week in Hungary.

Hungarians Cringe Over Insects in Food Products

There is a growing drive in the European Union to address protein deficiency in this way.

Outstanding Performance of Hungarian Tourism in 2022

Tourism is on an upward trajectory, and if conditions do not deteriorate, the sector's performance in 2023 could break records.

Young Hungarian Boy Aims for World Fame with Sneakers

Balázs Pachert, the founder of Balazs Kicks, even sold sneakers to film star Orlando Bloom.

Primark to Open First Store in Budapest

Many Hungarians are happy about the decision, as until now they had to travel to Vienna to shop at this particular store.

Hungarian Team Wins Third Place in Bocuse d’Or

Bence Dalnoki and Patrik Nyikos achieved the best Hungarian result ever in the competition.

Wiener Sausages to Bring Luck on New Year’s Eve

Almost every Hungarian household serves wiener on New Year's Eve and on New Year's Day, because according to tradition, it brings luck.

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Hungary Supports Bulgaria’s Accession to the Schengen Zone

Manfred Weber Makes a Border Fence U-turn

Austria and Hungary on Common Ground Regarding the Ukraine War

Material Evidence in Romanian Show Trial Against Ethnic Hungarians to be Destroyed

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Home Renovations Could Gain on Popularity This Year

Judaism Is Flourishing in Hungary, Says Chief Rabbi

UEFA Bans Flags Depicting Historic Great Hungary

We are United to Help, According to State Secretary Potápi

New anti-Hungarian Measures in Ukraine

Justice Minister Optimistic about EU Funds

On the Way to Recovery as Interest Rates Begin to Decrease

Further Success in Hungarian-Egyptian Economic Relations

Defense Cooperation with Rheinmetall Is of Key Importance

Electrolux to Stop Production at Rural Factory in 2024

Government to Pay Steelworkers’ Wages for Six Months

The Next Generation of Astronauts Start Their Training in Fighter Jets

Applications for the 2023 Bartók World Competition to Open

Former CEU President Launches Scathing Attack on Hungarian PM

Change of Guard with Bagpipes in front of Hungarian Parliament

Judaism Is Flourishing in Hungary, Says Chief Rabbi

Continuation of Erasmus+ Programs Not in Danger, Minister Says

MCC Holds International Conference on Future of Publishing

Expert Advise on New Strains of Coronavirus

Márton Fucsovics in Third Round of Australian Open

Debate Continues on Political Symbols in Football

Upcoming World Athletics Championships Shaping Up to Be a Success

Former Captain of Hungarian National Football Team Leaves Swiss Club

Romanian Soccer Match Interrupted Due to Anti-Hungarian Slogans

UEFA Bans Flags Depicting Historic Great Hungary

World Cup Players Repeat Performance of Hungarian Golden Team

First Day of the Year Breaks Official Heat Record

Hungarians Cringe Over Insects in Food Products

Outstanding Performance of Hungarian Tourism in 2022

Young Hungarian Boy Aims for World Fame with Sneakers

Primark to Open First Store in Budapest

Hungarian Team Wins Third Place in Bocuse d’Or

Wiener Sausages to Bring Luck on New Year’s Eve