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Domestic Politics

Opposition Politicians Throw Tantrum in Parliament with Smoke Flares over Pride Ban

The incident occurred after the parliament voted on the amendment of the assembly law to ban Pride.

March 15 Celebrations: “177 years ago Hungarian freedom took shape”

Viktor Orbán gives his annual festive speech in Budapest.

Speaker of Parliament is Comparing the EU to the Habsburg Regime

László Kövér gives a ceremonial speech in Komárno on the occasion of March 15th.

Rise in Teachers’ Pay Will Improve the Institutional Climate

The wage increase will be financed by Hungarian and EU funds.

Foreign politics

Péter Szijjártó Prioritizes Georgia’s EU Integration ahead of Ukraine’s

Péter Szijjártó met with Maka Bochorishvili, Foreign Minister of Georgia.

Ukraine’s EU Accession: Government Politicians Insist on Giving Hungarians a Say

The government will initiate a referendum to let the Hungarian people decide on Ukraine's EU membership.

EU Commission Reportedly Investigating BYD Hungary, Budapest not Informed

The Commission's investigation is targetting its long-term political and commercial rivals.

More Macedonian Nightclub Fire Victims Arrive in Hungarian Hospitals

After the disco tragedy in North Macedonia, Hungary offered to help injured patients in the country's hospitals.

Germany Sends Aid to Syrian Regime, Hungary to their Victims

Brussels is looking the other way as long as a regime hostile to Moscow runs Syria.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Calls the Transcarpathian Community’s Situation an “Artificial Problem”

Brussels would sacrifice the Hungarian community's rights for Ukraine’s fast-track EU accession, Hungary's Foreign Minister warned.

Mercedes-Benz Plans to Expand Its Second Largest European Plant

Viktor Orbán recieved Ola Källenius to review Mercedes-Benz's Hungarian investments.

Society

The Entire Society Should Learn First Aid, Says Ambulance Service Director

A new program is to be launched, teaching people first aid.

Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Neighboring Country

Police are conducting increased border checks due to the virus.

Hungarian Drug Cartel Ring of the Balkans Busted

The head of the cartel, one of Europe's most wanted criminals, is still on the run.

EU Council Lists Programs for the Integration of Disadvantaged People

Hungary's programs created to help disadvantaged people have been revealed by the European Committee of Social Rights.

300 Kilograms of Drugs Seized by Police in Two Weeks

Police carried out concentrated checks at nearly 1,000 locations.

Increasing Number of Mothers Choose to Go Back to Work

The employment of women with small children has increased to 80 percent.

Millions of Old Phones Collecting Dust in Hungarian Households

Magyar Telekom's survey revealed that only 7% of people sell their phones.

Economy

Right to Cash – Every Settlement Should Have an ATM

The government wants to increase the use of cash in the country.

Hungaroring Renovation Reaches Final Touches ahead of F1 Grand Prix

The facility will be taken back by the operating company on June 16, to prepare for the 40th Hungarian Grand Prix.

BYD Is the Most Sought-after Vehicle of the Popular E-car Support Program

Since February last year, Hungarian companies can apply for non-refundable state subsidies for the purchase of pure electric cars, vans, or minibuses.

250 Experts Agree: Törley’s Sparkling Wines Are Exceptional

Two Hungarian champagnes from Törley's Francois brand won the Mundus Vini Spring Tasting wine competition in Germany.

Geothermal Energy Is Key to a Sustainable Future for the Country

The use of geothermal heat has the potential to replace up to one billion cubic meters of gas over a ten-year period.

Historic Agricultural Development Plan Unveiled

Sándor Farkas introduced the largest agricultural developement plan since the end of communism.

Turkish Experts in Search of New Gas Fields in Hungary

MOL's partner in Türkiye, TPAO, is investing more than $15 million in Hungary.

Culture

Did You Ever Want to Taste Art? Now You Can

A new, unique exhibit will be present at the Bartók Béla Boulevard KultPont Gallery and Community Space.

Anniversary of János Esterházy’s Death Brings Nationalities Together

A commemoration was held in Prague remembering János Esterházy.

Tihany Monastery’s Renovation Enriches Hungarian History

The renovation of the Benedictine Abbey of Tihany and the blessing of the Royal Crypt was celebrated.

The Journey of Hungary’s Most Fragile National Relic

The personal rosary of Hungarian martyr János Esterházy has been restored for future generations.

National Gallery Explores Artists’ Responses to Changing Nature

The exhibition seeks to answer the question of how it is possible to redefine the relationship between nature and culture.

AI Is Threatening the Music Industry but Sales Are Still Soaring

Last year was a huge success for the Hungarian record industry.

State Opera House Launches Largest-Ever Tour to Taiwan

The artists of the Hungarian State Opera will perform in Taiwan at the beginning of April.

Sport

Relay Team Wins World Championships Medal with Huge National Record

In the last lap, Attila Molnár completed his 400m in 44.72 seconds, the fastest of the field.

Twin Sisters on the Podium at the British Taekwondo International Open

Earlier this March, Viviana Márton was voted the best young athlete by the European Olympic Committees.

Hungaroring Renovation Reaches Final Touches ahead of F1 Grand Prix

The facility will be taken back by the operating company on June 16, to prepare for the 40th Hungarian Grand Prix.

Hard Ending to Hungary’s Nations League Clash with Türkiye

The national team will next face Portugal in the World Cup qualifiers in autumn.

Our 1000th Match Ends in Painful Defeat Against Türkiye in the Nations League

The return leg will be played on Sunday at the Puskás Arena.

Rossi Reveals He Will Not Manage Another National Team after Hungary

On the occasion of Thursday's Nations League match against Türkiye, Marco Rossi gave an exclusive interview to a Turkish newspaper.

New Kicks on the Block: Two New Players Join the National Football Team

Marco Rossi announced that Bence Dárdai and Alex Tóth have been invited to join the Hungarian national football team.

Lifestyle

Hungarian Baths Are Key Players in the Country’s Tourism

They are one of the main motives for 70-80% of foreigners' travel decisions.

250 Experts Agree: Törley’s Sparkling Wines Are Exceptional

Two Hungarian champagnes from Törley's Francois brand won the Mundus Vini Spring Tasting wine competition in Germany.

The Vatican’s Ice Cream Flavor Can Soon Be Tasted at Lake Balaton

"Hallelujah" is the official dessert of the Jubilee Holy Year 2025.

Namesake of Beloved Spice Brand Passes Away, but Her Flavorful Legacy Lives On

Rozi Horváth, namesake of the well known spice brand, passed away this week.

EasyJet to Add Two French Destinations to Its Routes

Tickets for the two new routes are now available for booking on the airline's website.

Nostalgic Brand Is Back: Traubisoda Hits the Shelves Again

Traubisoda's revival is not only beneficial for consumers but also for the Hungarian economy.

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest

A 105-year heat record was broken in the capital on Thursday.

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Germany Sends Aid to Syrian Regime, Hungary to their Victims

Reports of Moving U.S. Troops Stationed in Germany to Hungary Unsubstantiated

Right to Cash – Every Settlement Should Have an ATM

Woke MPs Get Multi-Million Penalties for Smoke Flare Stunt in Parliament

EU Council Lists Programs for the Integration of Disadvantaged People

Opposition Politicians Throw Tantrum in Parliament with Smoke Flares over Pride Ban

March 15 Celebrations: “177 years ago Hungarian freedom took shape”

Speaker of Parliament is Comparing the EU to the Habsburg Regime

Rise in Teachers’ Pay Will Improve the Institutional Climate

Péter Szijjártó Prioritizes Georgia’s EU Integration ahead of Ukraine’s

Ukraine’s EU Accession: Government Politicians Insist on Giving Hungarians a Say

EU Commission Reportedly Investigating BYD Hungary, Budapest not Informed

More Macedonian Nightclub Fire Victims Arrive in Hungarian Hospitals

Germany Sends Aid to Syrian Regime, Hungary to their Victims

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Calls the Transcarpathian Community’s Situation an “Artificial Problem”

Mercedes-Benz Plans to Expand Its Second Largest European Plant

The Entire Society Should Learn First Aid, Says Ambulance Service Director

Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Neighboring Country

Hungarian Drug Cartel Ring of the Balkans Busted

EU Council Lists Programs for the Integration of Disadvantaged People

300 Kilograms of Drugs Seized by Police in Two Weeks

Increasing Number of Mothers Choose to Go Back to Work

Millions of Old Phones Collecting Dust in Hungarian Households

Right to Cash – Every Settlement Should Have an ATM

Hungaroring Renovation Reaches Final Touches ahead of F1 Grand Prix

BYD Is the Most Sought-after Vehicle of the Popular E-car Support Program

250 Experts Agree: Törley’s Sparkling Wines Are Exceptional

Geothermal Energy Is Key to a Sustainable Future for the Country

Historic Agricultural Development Plan Unveiled

Turkish Experts in Search of New Gas Fields in Hungary

Did You Ever Want to Taste Art? Now You Can

Anniversary of János Esterházy’s Death Brings Nationalities Together

Tihany Monastery’s Renovation Enriches Hungarian History

The Journey of Hungary’s Most Fragile National Relic

National Gallery Explores Artists’ Responses to Changing Nature

AI Is Threatening the Music Industry but Sales Are Still Soaring

State Opera House Launches Largest-Ever Tour to Taiwan

Relay Team Wins World Championships Medal with Huge National Record

Twin Sisters on the Podium at the British Taekwondo International Open

Hungaroring Renovation Reaches Final Touches ahead of F1 Grand Prix

Hard Ending to Hungary’s Nations League Clash with Türkiye

Our 1000th Match Ends in Painful Defeat Against Türkiye in the Nations League

Rossi Reveals He Will Not Manage Another National Team after Hungary

New Kicks on the Block: Two New Players Join the National Football Team

Hungarian Baths Are Key Players in the Country’s Tourism

250 Experts Agree: Törley’s Sparkling Wines Are Exceptional

The Vatican’s Ice Cream Flavor Can Soon Be Tasted at Lake Balaton

Namesake of Beloved Spice Brand Passes Away, but Her Flavorful Legacy Lives On

EasyJet to Add Two French Destinations to Its Routes

Nostalgic Brand Is Back: Traubisoda Hits the Shelves Again

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest