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Romanian Nationalist Stunt at Tusványos Festival Ends in Failure

Romanian ultra-nationalist leader Mihai Tîrnoveanu and his supporters were prevented by authorities from entering Viktor Orbán’s speech at Tusványos last Saturday.

Ministers Accuse the ICC of Political Bias in Netanyahu Case

Ministers Péter Szijjártó and János Bóka accuse the International Criminal Court of acting on political motives and reaffirm Hungary’s refusal to arrest Israel’s PM.

Chinese Investments Drive Job Creation and Tech Growth in Hungary

The Chinese Jiecang group is opening 200 new workplaces in Kaposvár (southwest Hungary).

Ignoring Indigenous Minorities Threatens Europe’s Future, Warns Politician

The PM’s Advisor, Katalin Szili, warned that the EU must treat indigenous national minorities differently from immigrant groups to preserve stability and identity.

Defense Forces Helicopter Back in Action to Help Bulgaria Fight Wildfires

Bulgaria asked EU Member States for a total of four firefighting helicopters and two aircraft to provide air support.

EU-U.S. Deal ‘Proof’ of EU Leadership Failure, Says FM Szijjártó

The European Commission should have reduced the tariffs on the U.S back in January.

State Secretary Says Hungarian Unity in Slovakia Is Our Joint Responsibility

If we want a strong Hungarian community in Slovakia, we have to act accordingly.

Society

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

The mass sporting event is now rescheduled for August 2.

Sziget Controversy: Northern Irish Rapper Banned from Hungary for Anti-Semitic Remarks

Kneecap front man Mo Chara has been barred from entering Hungary for three years, casting doubt on the band’s upcoming festival performance.

Second Degree Heat Alert to Hit the Southeast on Wednesday

There will be a great contrast in temperature between the northwest and southeast of the country.

Viktor Orbán Shows Support for Prosecuted Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro

The former president might face this consequence for violating a ban on social media appearances.

Keleti Railway Station to Close for Four Weeks due to Major Renovation

Regular services will temporarily not arrive at or depart from the railway station.

Pope Leo XIV Sends His First Message to Hungarians

The Holy Father responded to the congratulations and support of the Hungarian President.

Driving Electric Scooters May Cost More Than We Think

Accidents caused by electric scooters are not high in number, but damages can be quite serious.

Economy

Hungary Outperforming the UK, Germany, and France in Wealth Growth

In Hungary, the median wealth per adult has increased by 18.6%.

Chinese Investments Drive Job Creation and Tech Growth in Hungary

The Chinese Jiecang group is opening 200 new workplaces in Kaposvár (southwest Hungary).

Defense Forces Helicopter Back in Action to Help Bulgaria Fight Wildfires

Bulgaria asked EU Member States for a total of four firefighting helicopters and two aircraft to provide air support.

Government Secures Expansion Pledges from French Business Giants

Foreign investment gets a boost from French industry leaders.

Multi-million Euro SPAR Investment Creates New Jobs in Szombathely

Customers can look forward to a wide range of products in the new supermarket.

Revolut Reboots Crypto Services After Legal Freeze

In June, the government enacted a strict anti-crypto law, criminalizing unlicensed activity.

Gas Boilers Replaced with Thermal Energy in Rural Town

Only a few boilers were kept in the buildings of Mórahalom for safety reasons.

Culture

Festival Blends Music, Sport, and Tradition along the Shores of Lake Tisza

Enjoy a buzzing summer festival surrounded by the beauty of Lake Tisza.

Dune Stars Reunite in Budapest

The Dune trilogy’s third installment is shooting in Hungary as key cast members gather in the capital city.

Hungarian Science Serves Both the Nation and the World, Says Minister

Minister of Culture and Innovation Balázs Hankó emphasized that while science is international, Hungarian scientists must also serve their nation through innovation, higher education, and cultural identity.

Kindergarten Pioneer Honored with Four-Day Celebration for 250th Birthday

Martonvásár hosts commemorative events, exhibitions, and cultural programs to celebrate Teréz Brunszvik.

Sziget Festival “Kneecap” Controversy: Morons with a Clever Plan

Exploiting performers and their audience for political activism is fast becoming the new norm.

Stolen 17th-Century Manuscript Returned to Hungary by New York DA’s Office

Minister Péter Szijjártó praised U.S.–Hungarian cooperation and hailed the return of the Jesuit-authored 'Nervus Opticus' as a historic gesture of goodwill.

Archaeologists Uncover the Former Roundel of Szeged Castle

The medieval water bastion of Szeged Castle is now visible to those walking along the riverside promenade.

Sport

Eleven Medals on Final Day Propel Team to U23 World Championship Victory

Hungary ended the U23 Kayak-Canoe World Championship at the top of the medal table.

Our Fencers Perform Brilliantly at the World Championships

It was a historic success for the men's foil team, earning Hungary's first World Championship team medal in the discipline since 1987.

Hungary Tops the Medal Table at the European Pentathlon Championships

With six medals in total, our athletes dominated the continental tournament.

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

The mass sporting event is now rescheduled for August 2.

Women Take Team Gold at European Pentathlon Championships

Prior to this, the Hungarian women's team won the European Championships in 2018, with Sarolta Kovács, Tamara Alekszejev, and Zsófia Földházi proving to be the best.

Silver Splash in Water Polo: Men and Women’s Teams Finish Second on World Stage

Double Silver in Singapore for both of our national water polo teams.

NHL-sponsored Referee Camp to Take Place in Budapest

NHL chose Budapest to train more than fifty young referees from 15 countries.

Lifestyle

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

The mass sporting event is now rescheduled for August 2.

Tourist Numbers Surpass 10 Million before the End of July

The largest number of international travelers came from Germany, followed by Romania, the United Kingdom, Poland, and Italy.

Lotus Days in Szeged: A Weekend of Far Eastern Culture and Blooming Beauty

Central Europe's largest Indian lotus population in full bloom awaits visitors at the University of Szeged’s botanical garden, with yoga, martial arts, and traditional Eastern experiences.

Semmelweis Researchers Develop a Healthier Gluten-Free Biscuit

The biscuit boosts protein content by up to 20%.

Marriott International Launches Hungary’s First Branded Residence in Iconic Round Hotel

The historic building will be transformed into luxury apartments with panoramic views and world-class amenities, set for completion in 2027.

Beach Night Returns: Over 50 Spas across Hungary Joining the Celebration

Foam parties, concerts, and themed events await visitors at the 16th annual Beach Night on July 26th.

Cycling and Equestrian Sports Receive Huge Boost in the Szeged Region

The projects target cycling and equestrian tourism, as well as water tourism on the Maros and Tisza rivers.

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New Visitor Center Opens in Révfülöp to Boost Community Life and Tourism

Government Prioritizes National Workforce over Foreign Employees

Cycling and Equestrian Sports Receive Huge Boost in the Szeged Region

Romanian Nationalist Stunt at Tusványos Festival Ends in Failure

Ministers Accuse the ICC of Political Bias in Netanyahu Case

Chinese Investments Drive Job Creation and Tech Growth in Hungary

Ignoring Indigenous Minorities Threatens Europe’s Future, Warns Politician

Defense Forces Helicopter Back in Action to Help Bulgaria Fight Wildfires

EU-U.S. Deal ‘Proof’ of EU Leadership Failure, Says FM Szijjártó

State Secretary Says Hungarian Unity in Slovakia Is Our Joint Responsibility

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

Sziget Controversy: Northern Irish Rapper Banned from Hungary for Anti-Semitic Remarks

Second Degree Heat Alert to Hit the Southeast on Wednesday

Viktor Orbán Shows Support for Prosecuted Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro

Keleti Railway Station to Close for Four Weeks due to Major Renovation

Pope Leo XIV Sends His First Message to Hungarians

Driving Electric Scooters May Cost More Than We Think

Hungary Outperforming the UK, Germany, and France in Wealth Growth

Chinese Investments Drive Job Creation and Tech Growth in Hungary

Defense Forces Helicopter Back in Action to Help Bulgaria Fight Wildfires

Government Secures Expansion Pledges from French Business Giants

Multi-million Euro SPAR Investment Creates New Jobs in Szombathely

Revolut Reboots Crypto Services After Legal Freeze

Gas Boilers Replaced with Thermal Energy in Rural Town

Festival Blends Music, Sport, and Tradition along the Shores of Lake Tisza

Dune Stars Reunite in Budapest

Hungarian Science Serves Both the Nation and the World, Says Minister

Kindergarten Pioneer Honored with Four-Day Celebration for 250th Birthday

Sziget Festival “Kneecap” Controversy: Morons with a Clever Plan

Stolen 17th-Century Manuscript Returned to Hungary by New York DA’s Office

Archaeologists Uncover the Former Roundel of Szeged Castle

Eleven Medals on Final Day Propel Team to U23 World Championship Victory

Our Fencers Perform Brilliantly at the World Championships

Hungary Tops the Medal Table at the European Pentathlon Championships

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

Women Take Team Gold at European Pentathlon Championships

Silver Splash in Water Polo: Men and Women’s Teams Finish Second on World Stage

NHL-sponsored Referee Camp to Take Place in Budapest

Lake Balaton Cross-Swim Postponed due to Storm Risk

Tourist Numbers Surpass 10 Million before the End of July

Lotus Days in Szeged: A Weekend of Far Eastern Culture and Blooming Beauty

Semmelweis Researchers Develop a Healthier Gluten-Free Biscuit

Marriott International Launches Hungary’s First Branded Residence in Iconic Round Hotel

Beach Night Returns: Over 50 Spas across Hungary Joining the Celebration

Cycling and Equestrian Sports Receive Huge Boost in the Szeged Region