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Domestic Politics

Liberal Budapest Mayor Wants to Project LGBTQ Colors on a Church

Dávid Vitézy, the mayor's challenger from last year, also a liberal politician, called the initiative "disappointing."

Government to Tackle the Wave of New Residents “Sweeping Away” the Image of Settlements

Under a new measure, communities could impose conditions for acquiring property in their territories.

Foreign politics

Stephen Nagy: Hungary’s National Interest Can Overlap With Asian Nations’

Hungary must prioritize which fights it wants to pick.

Hungary Will Not Support EU Proposals on Genetic Engineering in Agriculture

The Hungarian Constitution prohibits the cultivation of genetically modified crops.

European Commission Rejects Request to Expose NGO Funding

If the lists are not released in the second round, the Patriots could take the matter to court.

EU Affairs Minister Calls on Commission to Keep Strictly within Its Own Competence

The politician asked EU Commissioner Michael McGrath to "simplify things" by implementing three steps.

New Horizons in U.S. Relations Focus On Economic and Energy Ties

Péter Szijjártó met Robert Palladino, US Chargé d'Affaires, to talk about the relationship between the two countries.

Péter Szijjártó Prioritizes Georgia’s EU Integration ahead of Ukraine’s

Péter Szijjártó met with Maka Bochorishvili, Foreign Minister of Georgia.

Foreign Affairs Minister in Moscow With a Focus on Energy Security

Péter Szijjártó visited Moscow to talk about energy security with Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Alexander Novak and other politicians.

Society

Number of Children Attending Church Schools More than Doubles

The government has contributed to the renovation and construction of 400 religious public education institutions over the past 15 years.

New Restrictions to Curb the Spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease

The virus is also spread by wind and this is currently the most likely mode of transmission in the northwestern part of Hungary.

Richter Applies for Authorization of Drug Suitable for Treatment of COVID-19

The European Medicines Agency has accepted the application.

Pécs Clinical Center Acquires Ultramodern X-ray Machine

The device produces images with outstanding detail and high resolution.

Government to Help Farmers Affected by Foot-and-Mouth Disease

The Agriculture Minister said that all exhibitions and fairs involving susceptible animals will be banned.

Media Authority Uncovers Major Errors in Reports on Domestic Press Freedom

The National Media and Infocommunications Authority has identified methodological shortcomings, factual errors, and subjective findings in several reports.

Fertility Awareness Week Sets Off in Budapest

The organizers pointed out that although around 44% of young people feel informed about having children, nearly 80% of them are actually not.

Economy

BYD Investment Boosts Rural City’s Property Market

The Chinese car giant's factory could start production in October.

Defense Forces Strengthen Capabilities with New Equipment

They will be deploying further modern equipment in the coming months.

Hungary Will Not Support EU Proposals on Genetic Engineering in Agriculture

The Hungarian Constitution prohibits the cultivation of genetically modified crops.

Gold for Farmers – Days of Rain Have Replenished Soil Moisture

HungaroMet's agrometeorological analysis reported that a change in weather conditions is expected.

Competition Authority Cracking Down on Business Cartels

The Hungarian Competition Authority is inspecting tenders and documents to fight against public procurement cartels.

As Inflation Rises, Central Bank Forecasts Moderate Economic Growth

The MNB adjusted its inflation forecast to 4.5-5.1 percent from the 3.3-4.1 percent range expected in December.

Hungarian Jobs Come First, Guest Workers to Face Strict Rules

The government wants to limit the presence of guest workers in the country.

Culture

Major School and Sports Investments on the Way to Support Education

Bence Rétvári said that the education system is receiving a lot more support nowadays, and announced to which fields the new investments are going.

Photo Exhibition Featuring Fashion Photographer Peter Lindbergh Opens

The Budapest Photo Festival and the Kunsthalle Budapest opens an exhibition of Peter Lindbergh’s photography career.

New Building of Natural History Museum to Be a Perfect Fit for Debrecen Forest

The aim was to design a new exhibition building that would blend harmoniously with its surroundings.

Hungary As Guest of Honor at Annecy Animation Festival

This year, the Annecy International Animation Film Festival is putting Hungary in the spotlight to pay tribute to the 110th anniversary of Hungarian animation.

Exciting Train Ride to Transylvania to Celebrate Pentecost

The Székely Gyors and Csíksomlyó Expressz trains are providing pilgrims with fun activities while travelling.

“Re-discovering the power of reading” with MCC Brussels and the Liszt Institute

Today we are surrounded by two evils: cheap culture and a general climate of moral corruption.

The Country’s 2025 Anthem Revealed

The Hungarian song contest, The Song, concluded with the song of Gypo Circus X Szirota Jennifer, outshining the others.

Sport

It Is Raining Medals for Hungarian Fencing Teams

The Hungarian national team won silver medal in Budapest at the Men's Sabre Team World Cup while in Egypt both the women's saber- and men's épée team were successful.

Hubert Kós Dominates the U.S. University Swimming Championships

Last year, the swimmer was named Hungarian Male Athlete of the Year after winning the gold medal in the 200m backstroke at the Paris Olympics.

Bundesliga Club Continues the Championship with a Hungarian Coach

Zsolt Lőw will take on the position starting Monday.

Hungarian Midfield Legend’s Salary Numbers Revealed

Dominik Szoboszlai earns quite a lot, but his teammates are receiving two to three times higher salaries.

Key Hungarian Football Players’ Value Skyrocket

Dominik Szoboszlai could soon have a Hungarian teammate in Liverpool.

Cogwheel Train Awaits Challengers for 1,700 Euros Prize

The "Get ahead of the cogwheel train!" event celebrates its 20th annyversary this spring.

Hungarian 2026 Winter Olympic Contenders Revealed

Eight Hungarian contestents will be given a chance to prove their skills in the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics.

Lifestyle

UK to Extend Electronic Travel Authorization to Hungarian Visitors

From April 9, the cost to apply for an ETA will increase from £10 to £16.

Record-Breaking Offer in Budapest Airport’s Summer Schedule

The airport operator has announced eleven new flight connections.

New Low-Cost Flights Launch from Debrecen to Sunny Malta

From March 30, Debrecen International Airport will receive passenger planes from Malta twice a week.

Gold for Farmers – Days of Rain Have Replenished Soil Moisture

HungaroMet's agrometeorological analysis reported that a change in weather conditions is expected.

Budapest and Lake Balaton the Most Popular Tourist Destinations

Based on the data available so far, there is every chance that 2025 will bring another record year for Hungarian tourism.

Sakura Festival to Welcome Spring in Budapest

The weekend activities will showcase Japanese culture in many unique ways.

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest

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

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Number of Children Attending Church Schools More than Doubles

New Restrictions to Curb the Spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Richter Applies for Authorization of Drug Suitable for Treatment of COVID-19

Pécs Clinical Center Acquires Ultramodern X-ray Machine

Government to Help Farmers Affected by Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Media Authority Uncovers Major Errors in Reports on Domestic Press Freedom

Fertility Awareness Week Sets Off in Budapest

BYD Investment Boosts Rural City’s Property Market

Defense Forces Strengthen Capabilities with New Equipment

Hungary Will Not Support EU Proposals on Genetic Engineering in Agriculture

Gold for Farmers – Days of Rain Have Replenished Soil Moisture

Competition Authority Cracking Down on Business Cartels

As Inflation Rises, Central Bank Forecasts Moderate Economic Growth

Hungarian Jobs Come First, Guest Workers to Face Strict Rules

Major School and Sports Investments on the Way to Support Education

Photo Exhibition Featuring Fashion Photographer Peter Lindbergh Opens

New Building of Natural History Museum to Be a Perfect Fit for Debrecen Forest

Hungary As Guest of Honor at Annecy Animation Festival

Exciting Train Ride to Transylvania to Celebrate Pentecost

“Re-discovering the power of reading” with MCC Brussels and the Liszt Institute

The Country’s 2025 Anthem Revealed

It Is Raining Medals for Hungarian Fencing Teams

Hubert Kós Dominates the U.S. University Swimming Championships

Bundesliga Club Continues the Championship with a Hungarian Coach

Hungarian Midfield Legend’s Salary Numbers Revealed

Key Hungarian Football Players’ Value Skyrocket

Cogwheel Train Awaits Challengers for 1,700 Euros Prize

Hungarian 2026 Winter Olympic Contenders Revealed

UK to Extend Electronic Travel Authorization to Hungarian Visitors

Record-Breaking Offer in Budapest Airport’s Summer Schedule

New Low-Cost Flights Launch from Debrecen to Sunny Malta

Gold for Farmers – Days of Rain Have Replenished Soil Moisture

Budapest and Lake Balaton the Most Popular Tourist Destinations

Sakura Festival to Welcome Spring in Budapest

Spring Arrives with Record Heat in Budapest