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“The Antall government accomplished something that no one had ever done before”- Interview with Péter Antall

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“The Antall government accomplished something that no one had ever done before”- Interview with Péter Antall

The years of 1989-90 are among the most important periods in 20th century Hungary, marking the end of the former communist regime and the beginning of a parliamentary democracy based... Péter Cseresnyés 2020.06.17.

“Let everyone sweep in front of their own doors” – Interview with Opera Singer Éva Marton

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“Let everyone sweep in front of their own doors” – Interview with Opera Singer Éva Marton

As the Friends of Hungary Foundation, publisher of Hungary Today, is approaching its 10 year anniversary, we decided to ask Éva Marton, well-known Hungarian opera singer around the world, and... Fanni Kaszás 2020.06.07.

Trianon: Instead of the principle on self-determination of nations, the victorious great powers re-drew borders according to their geopolitical interests – Interview with historian Balázs Ablonczy

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Trianon: Instead of the principle on self-determination of nations, the victorious great powers re-drew borders according to their geopolitical interests – Interview with historian Balázs Ablonczy

Hungary can only be held responsible for World War I as any other participating country, says historian Balázs Ablonczy, whose new book, "Unknown Trianon," has just been published. On the... Miklós Halász-Szabó 2020.06.03.

Initiatiors of Protecting EU Ethnic Regions Aim Even Higher after EC Gives Green Light for Extension – interview with Balázs Izsák

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Initiatiors of Protecting EU Ethnic Regions Aim Even Higher after EC Gives Green Light for Extension – interview with Balázs Izsák

According to reports, the European Commission on Wednesday proposed that the deadline for the Szekler Council's petition, aimed at ensuring European Union protection for ethnic regions across the bloc, be... Miklós Halász-Szabó 2020.05.20.

„We departed from the EU not Europe” – interview with Professor Thomas Lorman

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„We departed from the EU not Europe” – interview with Professor Thomas Lorman

The critics of Hungary disregard the specific historical experiences of the country, and that the copying of the West under any circumstances proved to be a dead-end – says Thomas... Hungary Today 2020.05.20.

“Hungarians beyond the border appreciate everything ‘Hungarian’ a lot more” – Interview with István Tőkés

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“Hungarians beyond the border appreciate everything ‘Hungarian’ a lot more” – Interview with István Tőkés

István Tőkés emigrated from Transylvania to Canada at the age of 25 to see the world and try his luck. He succeeded, and was able to begin working as an... Péter Cseresnyés 2020.05.13.

“With the help of talented Hungarians, the country has a chance of becoming key to the region” – Interview with Dr. Ábel Lajtha

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“With the help of talented Hungarians, the country has a chance of becoming key to the region” – Interview with Dr. Ábel Lajtha

As the Friends of Hungary Foundation, publisher of Hungary Today, is approaching its 10 year anniversary, we decided to ask Dr. Ábel Lajtha, renowned neuroscientist, the only living student of... Péter Cseresnyés 2020.05.06.

‘If you want a future for your community and culture in Europe, you should sign this European Citizens’ Initiative’ – interview with Attila Dabis, the Szekler National Council’s foreign affairs officer

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‘If you want a future for your community and culture in Europe, you should sign this European Citizens’ Initiative’ – interview with Attila Dabis, the Szekler National Council’s foreign affairs officer

Everyone should sign the European Citizens’ Initiative who demands a future for his community in Europe and wants to preserve the language, and culture he inherited from his ancestors, Attila... Miklós Halász-Szabó 2020.04.27.

“The epidemic confronts us with our faith, it shapes and deepens it”: Interview with Catholic Priest Zoltán Fehér

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“The epidemic confronts us with our faith, it shapes and deepens it”: Interview with Catholic Priest Zoltán Fehér

Father Zoltán Fehér was ordained last summer by Cardinal Péter Erdő in Esztergom. Since then, the young 25-year-old priest found his place at the famous St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest,... Fanni Kaszás 2020.04.12.

“Jews in Hungary are safe, but there would be a lot more to do” – Interview with Péter Kirschner

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“Jews in Hungary are safe, but there would be a lot more to do” – Interview with Péter Kirschner

Hungarian Jews can live in safety, their cultural live are thriving, but there would be a lot more to do, and unfortunately Hungarians still score high in xenophobia, says Péter... Ábrahám Vass 2020.04.08.

„Hungarian painters also have opportunities, all you need is luck and a patron” – Interview with Hungarian Painter Anna Bazsik

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„Hungarian painters also have opportunities, all you need is luck and a patron” – Interview with Hungarian Painter Anna Bazsik

She is young, beautiful, and talented. And not just at anything. Anna Bazsik is a painter. Her pictures create thousands of feelings, while we stand in front of them wondering. What is... Zsófia Nagy-Vargha 2020.03.11.

“I’m 1/3 Venezuelan, 1/3 Hungarian, and 1/3 Austrian – but the Hungarian part is the strongest in me”

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“I’m 1/3 Venezuelan, 1/3 Hungarian, and 1/3 Austrian – but the Hungarian part is the strongest in me”

When asked about his nationality, and to which nation he belongs to, it is not an easy answer for Carlos Müller. "I am one third Venezuelan, one third Hungarian, and... Zsófia Nagy-Vargha 2020.03.06.

“Hungary More Family-oriented and Friendlier than UK” – Interview with Adrian Courage

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“Hungary More Family-oriented and Friendlier than UK” – Interview with Adrian Courage

Adrian Courage, thanks to his Hungarian mother and regular holidays by the Balaton, speaks Hungarian perfectly. What is more, he has lived in Hungary since 2003 and runs a successful... Hungary Today 2020.01.21.

“Hungarian culture is such a treasure that cannot be lost” – Interview with Hungarian-Uruguayan “Remigrate” Alejandra Brum

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“Hungarian culture is such a treasure that cannot be lost” – Interview with Hungarian-Uruguayan “Remigrate” Alejandra Brum

Alejandra Brum’s family emigrated to Uruguay, and despite living with her grandparents who only spoke Hungarian, she didn’t learn the language. She joined a Hungarian community in Montevideo where she... Fanni Kaszás 2019.12.27.

Emmy Winner Marina Gera to Hungary Today: “You have to work hard for everything and luck only comes then, if it even comes”

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Emmy Winner Marina Gera to Hungary Today: “You have to work hard for everything and luck only comes then, if it even comes”

Marina Gera won Hungary’s first International Emmy Award, the ‘Oscar of television films,’ for the Best Performance by an Actress for her role in Hungarian television drama Eternal Winter at the 47th International Emmy... Fanni Kaszás 2019.12.16.

“I Opposed Bolsheviks from The First Moment I Had the Chance,” Interview with Former US Air Force Doctor László Varjú

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“I Opposed Bolsheviks from The First Moment I Had the Chance,” Interview with Former US Air Force Doctor László Varjú

Well before the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, László Varjú, as a high school student, was jailed for anti-communist activities. Then, in 1957 he risked his life to leave the country, later... Ábrahám Vass 2019.12.13.