Hungary Today

Domestic Politics

Hungarians Have Done Their Fair Share to Change the World, Viktor Orbán Says in Speech

The Prime Minister is threatening to dismantle the proxy-NGO network by Easter.

Appointment of Commissioner to Investigate US Influence on the Horizon

The leader of the Fidesz party in Hungary claimed that there is foreign interference in Hungarian politics.

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

In January, Hungarians recieved gas and electricity at the lowest cost in Europe.

Rise in Teachers’ Pay Will Improve the Institutional Climate

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

Foreign politics

Polish FM Sikorski Criticized by Péter Szijjártó after Rebuke from US Counterpart

The Hungarian Foreign Minister thinks the Polish government is trying to block the peace talks.

Ambassador of Ukraine Asks Hungarian Opera House to Cancel Russian Singer’s Gala Event

Alexander Fegyir asks for the cancellation of Anna Netrebko, Russian opera singer's orchestra gala evening located in the Hungarian State Opera House.

The US and Hungary Agree – Peace in Ukraine Is Top Priority

Levente Magyar, State Secretary met Robert Palladino, newly appointed interim Chargé d'Affaires to talk about repairing bilateral connections.

Patriots Slam “Failed” Commission Decisions on War, Migration, and Green Deal

Decision-making on security issues should remain a competence of the Member States, highlighted the Vice-President of Patriots for Europe.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Disrupts Oil Transport to Hungary

Péter Szijjártó reacted to the Ukrainian drone attack in a video posted on his Facebook page.

Petition Demanding Szeklerland’s Territorial Autonomy Launched

On Szekler Freedom Day, the people of Târgu Mureș started a petition.

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

Kecskemét and Pápa Air Force Bases as agreed facilities for the U.S. Air Force.

Society

Hungary Takes Drug Crimes Seriously, unlike the West, Says New Commissioner

From March 1, the targeted eradication has started, says László Horváth.

Former Archbishop of Prague Dominik Duka Awarded the János Esterházy Prize

The beatification of János Esterházy remains an unfinished task, as does his political rehabilitation.

Hope Is the Theme of the Transcarpathian Spiritual Lenten Retreat

The Esterházy János Pilgrimage Center in Dolné Obdokovce will be the home of a two-day Lenten retreat.

Tax Reforms to Leave EUR 4BN in Families’ Pockets

Viktor Orbán announced two welfare measures to boost childbearing and reduce food inflation for pensioners.

Spring Brings Record Temperature Swings

Sunny and dry weather is expected, and temperatures could reach 22 degrees in the first week of spring.

Russian-Ukrainian War a Disgrace to Christianity, Says KDNP MEP

Churches have the potential and the responsibility to be peacekeepers, György Hölvényi insisted.

Survey: Young People Have More Pressing Concerns than Climate Change

The Mathias Corvinus Collegium's institutions conducted a survey with 1,000 Hungarian citizens aged 15-39.

Economy

Viktor Orbán Insists On an End to Unjustified Price Increases

From mid-March until the end of May, traders' margins on 30 basic foodstuffs must not exceed 10%, says Viktor Orbán.

Lego’s Most Sustainable Factory Located in Nyíregyháza

Of the seven Lego factories, the biggest capacity expansions have been in Mexico, China, and Hungary.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Disrupts Oil Transport to Hungary

Péter Szijjártó reacted to the Ukrainian drone attack in a video posted on his Facebook page.

Video Reveals What the New Hungarian IFV is Capable Of

"These combat vehicles know no obstacles and guarantee that the Hungarian army is always one step ahead," said the Minister of Defense.

Lunar Puli Survives Snooping Around for Almost 40 Minutes

The Puli Lunar Water Snooper was sending data from the moon in -55 degrees Celsius.

Government to Launch Program to Reduce the Energy Costs of Businesses

The government aims to improve the competitive position of Hungarian companies.

InnoElectro Fair Presents Latest Technologies

The IPC is looking for a hand soldering master at the 2025 InnoElectro trade fair and conference.

Culture

Depeche Mode Hits Go Hungarian: Five-Hour Party at MVM Dome

Hungarian artists will perform Depeche Mode covers at the MVM Dome in November.

Ambassador of Ukraine Asks Hungarian Opera House to Cancel Russian Singer’s Gala Event

Alexander Fegyir asks for the cancellation of Anna Netrebko, Russian opera singer's orchestra gala evening located in the Hungarian State Opera House.

House of Music Invites Audiences for a Musical Journey around the World

Musical traditions of nearly thirty countries have been brought to life through interactive installations and immersive documentaries.

Transylvanian Design Week Shines New Light On Traditions

This year's Transylvanian Design Week will showcase and connect Transylvanian designers through the theme of "The New Middle Ages."

Lunar Puli Survives Snooping Around for Almost 40 Minutes

The Puli Lunar Water Snooper was sending data from the moon in -55 degrees Celsius.

Petition Demanding Szeklerland’s Territorial Autonomy Launched

On Szekler Freedom Day, the people of Târgu Mureș started a petition.

Szekler Freedom Day Encourages Fight for Autonomy

The Ministerial Commissioner for Hungary's Neighborhood Policy celebrates Szekler Freedom Day on Budapest.

Sport

Running Season Kicks off with Supermarathon at Lake Balaton

The race, taking place until Sunday, has attracted entries from 20 countries.

Air Rifle Teams Win Medals at the European Championships

Both the men's and women's teams excelled in the event.

Gábor Rakonczay Completes Solo Atlantic Crossing in Canoe

He is the only person in the world to have canoed across the ocean.

Gold Medal at the European Athletics Indoor Championships

It is the first major international title of Attila Molnár's career.

Dominik Szoboszlai a Huge Motivator for the Next Generation of Athletes

The National Sport Radio interviewed the State Secretary for Sport about opportunities in Hungary.

Individualized Meal Plans for Olympic Athletes

Ádám Schmidt and Balázs Baji emphasize the importance of nutrition science in sports.

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

Food Delivery Company Pays the Price for Poor Services

Foodora has to pay a fine of 50 million forints because of its bad services.

Significant Expansion of Ryanair in Hungary in Sight

The long-term plans include the introduction of Debrecen and Lake Balaton to the airline's destinations.

Budapest Airport Voted the Best in Europe Once Again

An international survey asked passengers about the quality of service they had received.

Nyíregyháza Zoo Reveals the Sex of Polar Bear Cubs

In the past year, six polar bear cubs have been born in zoos around the world.

Think You Have an Expensive Oven? How About One for EUR 20 Million?

Intersnack Hungary has started producing a new, potato-based snack at its plant in Győr with the help of a new oven.

Sustainable Tourism Project from Tokaj Wine Region Receives International Award

The project is based on the conservation of local white storks.

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest

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

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Hungarians Have Done Their Fair Share to Change the World, Viktor Orbán Says in Speech

Appointment of Commissioner to Investigate US Influence on the Horizon

“Hungarians Have the Cheapest Energy Costs in Europe”

Rise in Teachers’ Pay Will Improve the Institutional Climate

Polish FM Sikorski Criticized by Péter Szijjártó after Rebuke from US Counterpart

Ambassador of Ukraine Asks Hungarian Opera House to Cancel Russian Singer’s Gala Event

The US and Hungary Agree – Peace in Ukraine Is Top Priority

Patriots Slam “Failed” Commission Decisions on War, Migration, and Green Deal

Ukrainian Drone Strike Disrupts Oil Transport to Hungary

Petition Demanding Szeklerland’s Territorial Autonomy Launched

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

Hungary Takes Drug Crimes Seriously, unlike the West, Says New Commissioner

Former Archbishop of Prague Dominik Duka Awarded the János Esterházy Prize

Hope Is the Theme of the Transcarpathian Spiritual Lenten Retreat

Tax Reforms to Leave EUR 4BN in Families’ Pockets

Spring Brings Record Temperature Swings

Russian-Ukrainian War a Disgrace to Christianity, Says KDNP MEP

Survey: Young People Have More Pressing Concerns than Climate Change

Viktor Orbán Insists On an End to Unjustified Price Increases

Lego’s Most Sustainable Factory Located in Nyíregyháza

Ukrainian Drone Strike Disrupts Oil Transport to Hungary

Video Reveals What the New Hungarian IFV is Capable Of

Lunar Puli Survives Snooping Around for Almost 40 Minutes

Government to Launch Program to Reduce the Energy Costs of Businesses

InnoElectro Fair Presents Latest Technologies

Depeche Mode Hits Go Hungarian: Five-Hour Party at MVM Dome

Ambassador of Ukraine Asks Hungarian Opera House to Cancel Russian Singer’s Gala Event

House of Music Invites Audiences for a Musical Journey around the World

Transylvanian Design Week Shines New Light On Traditions

Lunar Puli Survives Snooping Around for Almost 40 Minutes

Petition Demanding Szeklerland’s Territorial Autonomy Launched

Szekler Freedom Day Encourages Fight for Autonomy

Running Season Kicks off with Supermarathon at Lake Balaton

Air Rifle Teams Win Medals at the European Championships

Gábor Rakonczay Completes Solo Atlantic Crossing in Canoe

Gold Medal at the European Athletics Indoor Championships

Dominik Szoboszlai a Huge Motivator for the Next Generation of Athletes

Individualized Meal Plans for Olympic Athletes

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

Food Delivery Company Pays the Price for Poor Services

Significant Expansion of Ryanair in Hungary in Sight

Budapest Airport Voted the Best in Europe Once Again

Nyíregyháza Zoo Reveals the Sex of Polar Bear Cubs

Think You Have an Expensive Oven? How About One for EUR 20 Million?

Sustainable Tourism Project from Tokaj Wine Region Receives International Award

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest