Hungary’s Mi Hazánk Movement has filed a criminal complaint with the Central Chief Prosecution Office of Investigation over the procurement procedure for organizing the 2026 August 20 state celebrations. The party is asking authorities to investigate possible bid-rigging, breach of fiducia...
A peculiar nighttime economy has emerged in Budapest’s inner districts since Hungary introduced its 50-forint deposit-return system for beverage containers. Once the sun goes down, collectors begin making the rounds of public bins, restaurants and busy nightlife areas in search of refundab...
In the days following the elections, the political landscape in Hungary has noticeably shifted. The initial hours after the results were announced were marked by surprise and strong reactions. In particular, the rapid rise in support for the TISZA Párt significantly reshaped the political ...
Hungary’s recent parliamentary election has marked a significant political moment, shaped by high voter turnout, strong campaign narratives, and a clear demand for change from a broad segment of the electorate. In the final days leading up to the vote, political tensions intensified as bot...
A frozen herb mix sold by Aldi has been recalled due to the possible presence of E. coli bacteria. Authorities warn consumers not to consume the affected product under any circumstances. According to the National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NKFH), ALDI Hungary Food Ltd. ha...
As the election campaign intensifies, the outlines of Hungary’s political landscape are becoming increasingly clear. According to the latest public opinion data, the Tisza Party is not only maintaining its lead but expanding it, while voter turnout could reach unusually high levels. Recent...
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said that Lithuania requested the exclusion of a Hungarian delegation from a NATO meeting as early as 2019, amid fears that it may have passed classified information to Moscow. „Orbán’s foreign minister confirmed that he systematica...
Orbán: “We have the right to block the €90 billion loan to Ukraine” – tensions rise at EU summit Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán described the EU summit in Brussels as tense and confrontational after Hungary blocked a €90 billion financial package intended for Ukraine. According to O...
The internal medicine and gastroenterology department of the Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Hospital faces a critical staff shortage as more than half of its doctors depart simultaneously. A significant wave of resignations has hit one of Budapest’s largest healthcare institutions. Starting in April, t...
Hungary’s March 15 national holiday in 2026 took on a strongly political tone this year, alongside the usual official commemorations, as several major political events were held in Budapest just weeks before the parliamentary elections. Official ceremonies and state programs As part of the...
