Hungary Today

Domestic Politics

Hungary Grants Asylum to First Persecuted Polish Politician since the Fall of Communism

Donald Tusk's left-wing government had been accused of trampling on political rights and free speech.

Foreign politics

“Six months of making Europe great:” Highlights of the Hungarian EU Presidency

Hungary took over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on July 1.

Hungarian Minority Party Takes Key Roles in New Romanian Government

For the first time, Romania will have a Hungarian Finance Minister.

Oil Shipments via the Friendship Pipeline Resume

The pipeline's crucial role in supplying crude oil to Hungarian refineries underscores its strategic importance.

Viktor Orbán: Magdeburg Terror Attack a Consequence of Illegal Migration

German politicians are still in denial about the consequences of their open border policies.

Stock Market to Surge as Viktor Orbán’s U.S. Trip Bolsters Ties with Donald Trump

Hungary's focus is on Trump’s new trade strategies and his plans for Europe.

Viktor Orbán Discusses Energy Supplies in Sofia

Bulgaria remains a reliable partner in energy cooperation.

Hungarian Minority Party Takes over Ministry in Romania with a Debt of One Billion Euros

The ministry has accumulated millions of euros in debt for investments financed by the reconstruction fund, risking to lose EU funding.

Society

Healthy Eating or Harmful Obsession? The Rise of Orthorexia

Orthorexia nervosa sits at the intersection of eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive behavior.

Program Celebrating Heritage and EU Membership Concludes in Budapest

The initiative brought over 300 events to 19 counties and 24 locations across Hungary.

Controls at the Romanian Border to Be Lifted from January 1

Passengers, however, must be in possession of a valid travel document, as the border police will continue to carry out random checks.

Minority Party Celebrates 35 Years of Representing Transylvania’s Hungarian Community

"RMDSZ continues to grow stronger," Mr. Kelemen noted, citing the party's success.

Suzuki Motors Chairman, who Brought the Company to Hungary, Passes Away at 94

Mr. Suzuki led the company for over four decades before stepping down in 2021 to serve as a senior advisor.

U.S. President who returned Hungary’s Holy Crown, Passes Away

Viktor Orbán stated: "the memory of President Jimmy Carter will always be cherished in Hungary."

Record-Breaking Property Deals Mark Booming 2024 Real Estate Market

The year saw notable disparities in property prices.

Economy

Hungarian Sausage: A New Year’s Eve Staple Worth Choosing

Products with lower meat content or more than 10% mechanically separated meat cannot legally bear the name "sausage."

Last Fuel Price Hike Announced for 2024

Starting January 1, 2025, an inflation-linked excise duty increase will take effect.

Suzuki Motors Chairman, who Brought the Company to Hungary, Passes Away at 94

Mr. Suzuki led the company for over four decades before stepping down in 2021 to serve as a senior advisor.

Defense Forces Upgrade with Swedish Anti-Tank Weaponry

Used by the armed forces of more than 40 countries, the Carl Gustaf M4 offers unparalleled versatility.

Annual Foreign Labor Quota to Be Lowered in 2025

The number of permits that can be issued next year will not even reach half of the theoretical maximum of 71,000.

NATO Ties Strengthened with State-of-the-Art Arms Factories

The factories are either joint ventures with NATO allies or collaborations with Israeli partners.

Award-winning Hungarian Development Helps Beekeepers

Although the product will not be commercially available until the first quarter of 2025, it has already attracted international interest.

Culture

Happy New Year from Hungary!

Fireworks from the Gellért Hill in Budapest, 1978 Dear Readers, our editorial team would like to wish you a Happy New Year with a few vintage photos from our...

Program Celebrating Heritage and EU Membership Concludes in Budapest

The initiative brought over 300 events to 19 counties and 24 locations across Hungary.

Bükk Region’s Caves Gain Global Fame Through Dune: Prophecy

These caves are integral to the region’s rich cultural and geological heritage.

Hidden Hungarian Reference in the Movie Home Alone

While Home Alone’s antics may feel quintessentially American, they carry a touch of Hungarian heritage.

Universities Performing Well despite EU Erasmus Ban, Minister Says

If the European programs were to be relaunched, the Hungarian alternative scholarship program would remain, he stressed.

Significant Pay Rise in the Education Sector from January

The three-year pay improvement program for teachers and kindergarten teachers was announced last December.

Remains of over 1,200 World War Soldiers Exhumed this Year

Artifacts found in the graves can help determine the identity of the deceased and, if the identification is successful, their relatives will be notified.

Sport

Women’s Handball Team Triumphs over France to Win European Bronze Medal

The match was a nail-biter from start to finish, with Hungary holding a narrow 13-12 lead at halftime.

National Team Player Roland Sallai Donates Millions to Neonatal Program

The funds will directly support the hospital’s Newborn ECMO program.

Domestic Ski Season Kicks Off After Christmas

As winter weather intensifies, enthusiasts hope for more resorts to join the season soon.

Hungarian Athletes Shine among Nominees for AIPS Best of the Year

Votes can be cast on the AIPS website until Sunday, December 29, at 11:59 p.m.

Two Gold Medals Won at the World Aquatics over the Weekend

Hungary finished the Championships with four medals.

Women’s Relay Team Shines with Silver and National Record

This achievement marked the first time a Hungarian relay team medaled at the short-course championships.

Péter Gulácsi Named Bundesliga’s Best Goalkeeper This Autumn

He outperformed Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim) and Robin Zentner (Mainz).

Lifestyle

Hungarian Sausage: A New Year’s Eve Staple Worth Choosing

Products with lower meat content or more than 10% mechanically separated meat cannot legally bear the name "sausage."

Budapest New Year’s Eve 2024 Guide: Events, Transport, and Tips

Expect a cloudy and humid day, with temperatures around 6°C during the day and dropping to 0°C in the evening.

Healthy Eating or Harmful Obsession? The Rise of Orthorexia

Orthorexia nervosa sits at the intersection of eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive behavior.

New Year’s Eve in Budapest: Gourmet Flair Meets Michelin-Star Dining

Whether seeking luxury, tradition, or a taste of global cuisine, the city’s dining scene promises a night to savor.

Domestic Ski Season Kicks Off After Christmas

As winter weather intensifies, enthusiasts hope for more resorts to join the season soon.

Budapest Hotel Hosts Exclusive Holiday Wine Tasting

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample over 100 domestic sparkling wines alongside international favorites.

Bükk Region’s Caves Gain Global Fame Through Dune: Prophecy

These caves are integral to the region’s rich cultural and geological heritage.

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Zero Tolerance for Murder: Parliament Adopts New Legal Framework

Historic Leap Forward: M85 Motorway Completes Sopron’s Link to the Border

Teachers’ Pay Rise to Continue from January

Salgótarján’s S-Bahn Project Gains Government Support

Significant Pay Rise in the Education Sector from January

“Six months of making Europe great:” Highlights of the Hungarian EU Presidency

Hungarian Minority Party Takes Key Roles in New Romanian Government

Oil Shipments via the Friendship Pipeline Resume

Viktor Orbán: Magdeburg Terror Attack a Consequence of Illegal Migration

Stock Market to Surge as Viktor Orbán’s U.S. Trip Bolsters Ties with Donald Trump

Viktor Orbán Discusses Energy Supplies in Sofia

Hungarian Minority Party Takes over Ministry in Romania with a Debt of One Billion Euros

Healthy Eating or Harmful Obsession? The Rise of Orthorexia

Program Celebrating Heritage and EU Membership Concludes in Budapest

Controls at the Romanian Border to Be Lifted from January 1

Minority Party Celebrates 35 Years of Representing Transylvania’s Hungarian Community

Suzuki Motors Chairman, who Brought the Company to Hungary, Passes Away at 94

U.S. President who returned Hungary’s Holy Crown, Passes Away

Record-Breaking Property Deals Mark Booming 2024 Real Estate Market

Hungarian Sausage: A New Year’s Eve Staple Worth Choosing

Last Fuel Price Hike Announced for 2024

Suzuki Motors Chairman, who Brought the Company to Hungary, Passes Away at 94

Defense Forces Upgrade with Swedish Anti-Tank Weaponry

Annual Foreign Labor Quota to Be Lowered in 2025

NATO Ties Strengthened with State-of-the-Art Arms Factories

Award-winning Hungarian Development Helps Beekeepers

Happy New Year from Hungary!

Program Celebrating Heritage and EU Membership Concludes in Budapest

Bükk Region’s Caves Gain Global Fame Through Dune: Prophecy

Hidden Hungarian Reference in the Movie Home Alone

Universities Performing Well despite EU Erasmus Ban, Minister Says

Significant Pay Rise in the Education Sector from January

Remains of over 1,200 World War Soldiers Exhumed this Year

Women’s Handball Team Triumphs over France to Win European Bronze Medal

National Team Player Roland Sallai Donates Millions to Neonatal Program

Domestic Ski Season Kicks Off After Christmas

Hungarian Athletes Shine among Nominees for AIPS Best of the Year

Two Gold Medals Won at the World Aquatics over the Weekend

Women’s Relay Team Shines with Silver and National Record

Péter Gulácsi Named Bundesliga’s Best Goalkeeper This Autumn

Hungarian Sausage: A New Year’s Eve Staple Worth Choosing

Budapest New Year’s Eve 2024 Guide: Events, Transport, and Tips

Healthy Eating or Harmful Obsession? The Rise of Orthorexia

New Year’s Eve in Budapest: Gourmet Flair Meets Michelin-Star Dining

Domestic Ski Season Kicks Off After Christmas

Budapest Hotel Hosts Exclusive Holiday Wine Tasting

Bükk Region’s Caves Gain Global Fame Through Dune: Prophecy