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Identity of Antifa Extremist Behind Budapest Attacks Revealed

According to a German magazine, the 29 years old suspect has been on the run from authorities for years.

Hungary Says No to Illegal Migration and Sending Ammunition to Ukraine

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attends the EU summit in Brussels.

Fidesz MEP Slams European Parliament for Bias against Poland

The LIBE committee did not even respect the basic rules of the debate, says Balázs Hidvéghi.

Chancellery Minister Warns against Escalating the War in Ukraine

Hungary is fulfilling its NATO obligations solely for defense purposes, according to Gergely Gulyás.

Swedish PM Gets His Reply to Questions About NATO Membership Delays

The Scandinavian governments' hostile attitude towards Hungary has thrown a serious obstacle in the path of their NATO membership.

A Country’s Internal Affairs Should Not Be U.S.’ Concern, Says Foreign Minister

According to Péter Szijjártó, it is outrageous that the US Department of State is dealing with the internal affairs of other countries.

Poland Remains EU’s Third Largest Exporter to Russia

Despite belicose words from the government in Warsaw, trade between the two foes is slowly increasing.

Society

Identity of Antifa Extremist Behind Budapest Attacks Revealed

According to a German magazine, the 29 years old suspect has been on the run from authorities for years.

President Novák Inaugurates a “Jewel” at Lake Balaton

Katalin Novák visited Fonyód where she inaugurated the Szaplonczay promenade, from where a beautiful panorama can be seen.

Employees Care More about Work-life Balance Than Career Opportunities

A survey showed that, although the main long-term expectation of employees is work-life balance, the pay package (salary and bonuses) becomes the most important factor when considering a job contract.

State Secretary Tristan Azbej Visits Ukraine

Hungary has provided 335.6 million euros in aid to the victims of the war in Ukraine.

2,500 Foreign Human Smugglers in Hungarian Prisons

The Hungarian Prison Service Headquarters maintains an active working relationship with the diplomatic corps.

Hungarians Still “Addicted” to Used Cars

One of the reasons behind this phenomenon is that the price of new cars has risen dramatically, and in many cases buyers have to wait months or even years for them.

Anniversary: Remembering the One and Only Harry Houdini

Few people know that the famous escape artist was born in Hungary, although his rise to fame came in the United States.

Economy

Price Cap on Food Products Not a Magic Wand It Was Thought to Be

Only two EU countries have implemented a cap on food prices: Croatia and Hungary.

EU Envoy Optimistic about Deal on EU Funds

There are no open political questions in the negotiations between Hungary and the Commission, says János Bóka.

Hungarian Companies Are Looking for Professionals in India

Truck drivers and IT specialists are being recruited in India for Hungary, due to labor shortages.

Military Development Program Aims to Restore Combat Effectiveness

The Chief of the Defense Staff said that in the 21st century, the answers to old questions are not the same.

Think Tank Expects Growth to Accelerate to 3.4 Percent Next Year

The Russo-Ukrainian war and sanctions have led to uncertain gas supplies in Europe and a sharp rise in energy prices, also affecting Hungary.

Trade Is an Instrument of Peace in the Western Balkans

Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó talked about cooperation with the Western Balkans and energy security at a forum in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Poland Remains EU’s Third Largest Exporter to Russia

Despite belicose words from the government in Warsaw, trade between the two foes is slowly increasing.

Culture

Jazzfest Brings World Stars to Budapest

The concerts will take place at ten venues in Budapest from April 26 to May 17.

March 23, the Day of Polish-Hungarian Friendship

The friendship between the Hungarian and Polish peoples goes back almost a thousand years to King Ladislaus I of Hungary, and the two nations have been in active contact from the mid-1000s to the present day.

Hungarian Universities Move Up Again in International Ranking

The Hungarian University of Agricultural and Life Sciences is now ranked first in Hungary and sixth in Central and Eastern Europe in its field.

President Novák Praises Hungarian National Archives

Katalin Novák said that the archives preserve the memory of Hungarian families, and through them the entire nation.

Legendary Hungarian Folk Band Kaláka Performs in Israel

The Tel Aviv embassy organized an event to mark Hungary's national holiday.

The Hungarian Flag and Coat of Arms through the Ages

The flag and the coat of arms, as national symbols, ignite a sense of unity as well as pride.

Anniversary: Remembering the One and Only Harry Houdini

Few people know that the famous escape artist was born in Hungary, although his rise to fame came in the United States.

Sport

Polish Player Marcin Oleksy Wins Puskás Award

The prestigious prize named after Hungarian soccer legend Ferenc Puskás is awarded by FIFA for the best goal.

Hungarian Victory in Friendly Football Match Against Estonia

The Hungarians took the lead in the 41st minute with a header from Ádám Martin, who scored his first goal for the national team.

UEFA U-turn Allows Great Hungary Symbol at Football Matches

UEFA previously declared the depiction of historical Hungary a political message, and deemed it provocative.

Budapest’s Puskás Aréna Extremely Popular among Football Fans

The stadium, located in the heart of the capital, hosted European Championship matches and will host the final of the Europa League in May.

Ferencváros Drops Out of Europa League with Double Defeat

The match was decided in the third minute when Leverkusen's Moussa Diaby converted a goal from a set-piece.

Hungarian Prepares to Climb Mount Everest Without Oxygen Tanks

Szilárd Suhajda believes that using an oxygen tank degrades the value of climbing mountains.

Belgian Football Fans Pay Moving Tribute to Miklós Lendvai

Supporters remember the Hungarian player who died suddenly at the age of 47.

Lifestyle

Harley-Davidson Celebrates 120th Anniversary in Budapest

The four-day event in June will feature 50 bands and hundreds of events on six stages.

Employees Care More about Work-life Balance Than Career Opportunities

A survey showed that, although the main long-term expectation of employees is work-life balance, the pay package (salary and bonuses) becomes the most important factor when considering a job contract.

New Generation of Gastronomy at Gourmet Festival

Last year, the festival focused on heritage; this year they are focusing on the future.

Thousands of Tulips Await Pickers at Lake Balaton

With the arrival of spring, the most beautiful flowers are blooming and tulip picking is becoming increasingly popular among Hungarians.

Property Market at Lake Balaton Off to a Difficult Start

The drastic increase in prices seems to be starting to backfire, with fewer people interested in properties close to the shore.

Hungarian Parliament Ranked World’s Best Tourist Attraction

The spectacular building has been viewed on TikTok more than 887 million times.

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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Identity of Antifa Extremist Behind Budapest Attacks Revealed

Hungary Says No to Illegal Migration and Sending Ammunition to Ukraine

Fidesz MEP Slams European Parliament for Bias against Poland

Chancellery Minister Warns against Escalating the War in Ukraine

Swedish PM Gets His Reply to Questions About NATO Membership Delays

A Country’s Internal Affairs Should Not Be U.S.’ Concern, Says Foreign Minister

Poland Remains EU’s Third Largest Exporter to Russia

Identity of Antifa Extremist Behind Budapest Attacks Revealed

President Novák Inaugurates a “Jewel” at Lake Balaton

Employees Care More about Work-life Balance Than Career Opportunities

State Secretary Tristan Azbej Visits Ukraine

2,500 Foreign Human Smugglers in Hungarian Prisons

Hungarians Still “Addicted” to Used Cars

Anniversary: Remembering the One and Only Harry Houdini

Price Cap on Food Products Not a Magic Wand It Was Thought to Be

EU Envoy Optimistic about Deal on EU Funds

Hungarian Companies Are Looking for Professionals in India

Military Development Program Aims to Restore Combat Effectiveness

Think Tank Expects Growth to Accelerate to 3.4 Percent Next Year

Trade Is an Instrument of Peace in the Western Balkans

Poland Remains EU’s Third Largest Exporter to Russia

Jazzfest Brings World Stars to Budapest

March 23, the Day of Polish-Hungarian Friendship

Hungarian Universities Move Up Again in International Ranking

President Novák Praises Hungarian National Archives

Legendary Hungarian Folk Band Kaláka Performs in Israel

The Hungarian Flag and Coat of Arms through the Ages

Anniversary: Remembering the One and Only Harry Houdini

Polish Player Marcin Oleksy Wins Puskás Award

Hungarian Victory in Friendly Football Match Against Estonia

UEFA U-turn Allows Great Hungary Symbol at Football Matches

Budapest’s Puskás Aréna Extremely Popular among Football Fans

Ferencváros Drops Out of Europa League with Double Defeat

Hungarian Prepares to Climb Mount Everest Without Oxygen Tanks

Belgian Football Fans Pay Moving Tribute to Miklós Lendvai

Harley-Davidson Celebrates 120th Anniversary in Budapest

Employees Care More about Work-life Balance Than Career Opportunities

New Generation of Gastronomy at Gourmet Festival

Thousands of Tulips Await Pickers at Lake Balaton

Property Market at Lake Balaton Off to a Difficult Start

Hungarian Parliament Ranked World’s Best Tourist Attraction

Wiener Sausages to Bring Luck on New Year’s Eve