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Domestic Politics

Direkt36: Former State Secretary of Orbán Gov’t Also on Pegasus Spyware’s List of Targets

At that time, Attila Aszódi was responsible for the expansion of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant and he had a conflict with his minister, because Aszódi opposed the hastened construction.

PM Orbán: Child Protection Laws National Competency, Brussels Has Attacked Hungary

"They will blackmail, threaten, and launch infringement procedures, delay payments, but we cannot give in because the future of our children is at stake," Orbán said.

Prosecutor’s Office Launches Investigation Into Pegasus Spyware Case

The investigation is aimed at ascertaining whether criminal activities have been committed.

Being Hungarian ‘Advantage,’ State Secretary Potápi Says

"The Hungarian communities of the Carpathian Basin will only be strong if Hungary is strong economically, morally and politically."

Foreign politics

No Deal Reached on Norway Grants Worth EUR 215 Million

The Norwegian Foreign Minister blames the Hungarian government for refusing to agree on the most relevant bidder, but the Orbán administration insists that Norway owes this money and that they are still open to negotiation.

FM Szijjártó Pledges Assistance to Resolve Eastern Ukraine Crisis

Szijjártó said he was the first official from a country holding the presidency of the Council of Europe to visit eastern Ukraine’s war zone.

Justice Minister Calls for Strong Europe Based on Strong Nations

Another Fidesz politician insisted that central Europe was a "region of freedom" with peoples rejecting external pressures "whether from the Habsburgs, the Ottomans or Communists" as well as "the pressure from Brussels, which has recently surfaced".

FM Szijjártó: Hungary Has Vested Interest in Eastern Ukraine Peace

Szijjártó expressed hope that the two sides would make progress in their talks on the issue of Hungarian-language education in Ukraine's Hungarian schools.

DK Accuses Fidesz of Looking to Leave EU

"Despite the lies [Fidesz leaders] spread about a war against Hungary," the funds were stalled because of "a decade's worth of unhemmed thievery," the opposition party said.

Two Szeklers Charged with Terrorism in Romania Finally Released

The circumstances of the case have led many to believe that they are victims of a show trial.

Coronavirus: Hungary, Netherlands to Set up Pandemic Working Group

"We both believe that the fourth wave of the pandemic is a threat to all European countries, but it is the unvaccinated who will be the most vulnerable."

Society

Hungary Police Bust International Human Smuggling Ring

Agents apprehended eight suspected human smugglers who are believed to have attempted to smuggle 87 illegal migrants to western Europe.

Coronavirus: 85 New Infections, No Fatalities Registered in Hungary

The number of active infections has declined to 33,804.

Military Offers New Volunteer Service to Youth

The Hungarian armed forces will offer volunteer careers to young people finishing or dropping out of secondary school.

Jewish Org Mazsihisz: Hungary Has More to Do Against Anti-Semitism

"There are fears within the Jewish community, but Hungary does not have the kind of anti-Semitism from which those fears should directly follow," Mazsihisz head Heisler said, disclosing the results of a recent survey.

New Hungarian Research Finds Sinopharm Ineffective in a Quarter of People Over 60

Up to 50% of subjects over the age of 80 were found to not produce any protective antibodies, according to a newly-published study by a Hungarian team of researchers.

Another 260,000 Pfizer Jabs Delivered to Hungary

The latest shipment raises total deliveries of the Comirnaty vaccine to Hungary to about 6.9 million doses.

Coronavirus: New Variants Confirmed in 15 New Cases

Most experts agree that the delta variant is spreading at a much faster pace than any other variants detected earlier.

Economy

More Proposals Approved to Speed up Economic Recovery, Péter Szijjártó Says

The operative board has approved infrastructure and logistics developments in Komárom, Göd, Dunakeszi and Nyíregyháza.

Stimulus Lifts Budget Deficit to HUF 1,704.5 Bn in June, Ministry Says

The central budget ran a 1,534.7 billion forint deficit at the end of June, the social insurance funds were by 198.2 billion forints in the red, and the separate state funds had a 28.4 billion forint surplus.

Nearly 76,000 Freshmen in Higher Education from September

Three-quarters of the applicants have been admitted for the next academic year.

Liszt Ferenc Airport Cargo Volume Jumps 35.9% in First Half of Year

Meanwhile, Alibaba Group and its logistics partner, Cainiao, chose Budapest Airport as their regional hub.

Fire Put out at Paks Nuclear Plant

The fire did not impact the plant's technology, staff, the environment, or local residents in any way, the company said.

State Secy: Integration in European High-speed Railway Network “Grandest Railway Project of Our Life”

The project will guarantee a sustainable future for Hungarian railways, the state secretary insisted.

Chamber of Commerce Proposes Employer’s Right to Mandate Vaccination

The possibility of compulsory vaccination could be considered, particularly in the service and hospitality sectors, and even in education, the head of the PM's Office said, adding that the gov't has yet to discuss the issue.

Culture

“A Bite of Heaven” – Pastry of International Eucharistic Congress Elected

Contestants had to choose ingredients that can be found in the Bible too.

Jewish Cultural Festival in Budapest to Be Held Aug 22-29

The opening concert at the Dohány Street synagogue will feature Ukrainian klezmer band Kommuna Lux and the Budapest Klezmer Band.

Game Theory Specialists Meet in Budapest

The event was scheduled to be held last year to mark the birth centenary of János Harsányi, the Hungarian-American Nobel laureate economist.

39th Press Photo Exhibition Opened: Here is the Grand Prize Winners’ Series

The exhibition is held outdoors this year next to Kunsthalle (Műcsarnok) and is open for viewing until August 15th.

Remembering Sándor Keresztes: A Pioneer of Christian Democracy

Speaking at the book’s presentation, KDNP President and Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén honored the memory of Sándor Keresztes’ loyalty and service to the Catholic Church in the most difficult of times.

Hungarian Cinematographer Marcell Rév Nominated for Emmy Award

The Emmy is the most prestigious television award, provided by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The ceremony is being planned for September 19.

Renovated Wing of Esterházy Castle Inaugurated

The Hungarian government decided to renovate the castle in 2013 so that Hungary's largest and most splendid Baroque building should regain its one-time grandeur.

Sport

Tokyo 2020 Golden Hopes: Sport Shooter István Péni Could Win Several Medals

The Hungarian sports shooter is not only physically strong but mentally as well, which he has proven many times.

Áron Szilágyi Claims Hungary’s First Gold in Tokyo and Writes History

Szilágyi has become the first man to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals in individual sabre.

Tokyo 2020: 3-4 Medals Expected from Hungarian Swimmers, With at Least One Gold

The Hungarian swimmers to watch out for at the Tokyo Olympics include several fan favorites.

Hungarian Golden Hopes: Predictions for Hungary’s Best Chances for Success in Tokyo

Fingers crossed!

RSM Wins Closest Blue Ribbon Regatta for Second Time in a Row

With this victory, the crew of RSM managed to defend their title ahead of the second place time record-holder, Raiffeisen Fifty-Fifty.

Ibrahimovic’s Favorite Eyes Hungary’s First Olympic Gold in Taekwondo

Omar Gergely Salim, despite his age and being a novice among adults, is still one of the taekwondo favorites in Tokyo.

Hungarian Time Travel Back to the Beginning of the Olympic Games

Hungary participated in the Olympic Games for the first time in 1896 and has been involved in almost every Olympics since. Take a trip back in time with us, with the help of Fortepan's photos!

Lifestyle

Lecsó with Eggs – One of Hungary’s Most Iconic Foods – with Recipe!

Unlike many modern dishes, lecsó’s foundations have remained unchanged for more than a century.

Hungarian Red Wine Receives Prestigious ‘Grand Gold Medal Revelation Red Wine Award’

The recognition is particularly notable as it is the first time in the history of the competition that a Hungarian red wine has received this award in such a broad category.

Tourism Agency Promises ‘Biggest Ever’ August 20 Fireworks Show

More than 40,000 shots will be fired during the 25-minute show, which is eight to nine times as many as in previous years.

Danubius Hotel Budapest Rented Out After 15 Months With No Operation

While reopening has brought financial stability back to some in the service sector, hotels appear to be having a tougher time.

More Than 4,000 Kayak Across the Balaton

Actors, celebrities, Olympic champions were all spotted among the participants.

Roast á la Brașov – A Different Take on Meat and Potatoes – with Recipe!

There is an unexplainable adoration around Roast á la Brașov (brassói aprópecsenye), a simply mouthwatering Hungarian classic.

Hungary’s Best Restaurants of 2021 According to Audi’s Dining Guide

The dining guide's purpose is to give diners reliable recommendations for the best restaurants in Hungary.

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Over 20,000 Families Apply for Home Renovation Subsidies

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Being Hungarian ‘Advantage,’ State Secretary Potápi Says

No Deal Reached on Norway Grants Worth EUR 215 Million

FM Szijjártó Pledges Assistance to Resolve Eastern Ukraine Crisis

Justice Minister Calls for Strong Europe Based on Strong Nations

FM Szijjártó: Hungary Has Vested Interest in Eastern Ukraine Peace

DK Accuses Fidesz of Looking to Leave EU

Two Szeklers Charged with Terrorism in Romania Finally Released

Coronavirus: Hungary, Netherlands to Set up Pandemic Working Group

Hungary Police Bust International Human Smuggling Ring

Coronavirus: 85 New Infections, No Fatalities Registered in Hungary

Military Offers New Volunteer Service to Youth

Jewish Org Mazsihisz: Hungary Has More to Do Against Anti-Semitism

New Hungarian Research Finds Sinopharm Ineffective in a Quarter of People Over 60

Another 260,000 Pfizer Jabs Delivered to Hungary

Coronavirus: New Variants Confirmed in 15 New Cases

More Proposals Approved to Speed up Economic Recovery, Péter Szijjártó Says

Stimulus Lifts Budget Deficit to HUF 1,704.5 Bn in June, Ministry Says

Nearly 76,000 Freshmen in Higher Education from September

Liszt Ferenc Airport Cargo Volume Jumps 35.9% in First Half of Year

Fire Put out at Paks Nuclear Plant

State Secy: Integration in European High-speed Railway Network “Grandest Railway Project of Our Life”

Chamber of Commerce Proposes Employer’s Right to Mandate Vaccination

“A Bite of Heaven” – Pastry of International Eucharistic Congress Elected

Jewish Cultural Festival in Budapest to Be Held Aug 22-29

Game Theory Specialists Meet in Budapest

39th Press Photo Exhibition Opened: Here is the Grand Prize Winners’ Series

Remembering Sándor Keresztes: A Pioneer of Christian Democracy

Hungarian Cinematographer Marcell Rév Nominated for Emmy Award

Renovated Wing of Esterházy Castle Inaugurated

Tokyo 2020 Golden Hopes: Sport Shooter István Péni Could Win Several Medals

Áron Szilágyi Claims Hungary’s First Gold in Tokyo and Writes History

Tokyo 2020: 3-4 Medals Expected from Hungarian Swimmers, With at Least One Gold

Hungarian Golden Hopes: Predictions for Hungary’s Best Chances for Success in Tokyo

RSM Wins Closest Blue Ribbon Regatta for Second Time in a Row

Ibrahimovic’s Favorite Eyes Hungary’s First Olympic Gold in Taekwondo

Hungarian Time Travel Back to the Beginning of the Olympic Games

Lecsó with Eggs – One of Hungary’s Most Iconic Foods – with Recipe!

Hungarian Red Wine Receives Prestigious ‘Grand Gold Medal Revelation Red Wine Award’

Tourism Agency Promises ‘Biggest Ever’ August 20 Fireworks Show

Danubius Hotel Budapest Rented Out After 15 Months With No Operation

More Than 4,000 Kayak Across the Balaton

Roast á la Brașov – A Different Take on Meat and Potatoes – with Recipe!

Hungary’s Best Restaurants of 2021 According to Audi’s Dining Guide