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Alpár Kató
I’m Alpár Kató, the founder of Daily News Hungary and Helló Magyar. I love exploring the world through travel, gastronomy, and history, and I’m always on the lookout for fascinating stories to share. I often represent our site at diplomatic events in Budapest and on press trips around the globe. I live just outside Budapest with my wife and our three wonderful children. We also have two adopted dogs, they make our lives complete. Follow me on social media platforms to see what's happening with me:
BREAKING: Zelenskyy sets timeframe to restart Druzhba oil pipeline to Hungary
Kyiv is signalling a new timeline on the Druzhba oil pipeline as the row with Hungary and Slovakia deepens. What’s next?
Hungarian soldiers under fire in Erbil: will Orbán withdraw troops after the latest attack?
Erbil under constant attack: one French soldier killed, Italians withdrawing. Will Orbán keep Hungarian troops there?
New tram line planned along the Danube: what we know about Budapest’s Buda interconnecting tram phase II
A new Danube-side tram line could extend Budapest’s Buda network towards the university and Infopark areas. Here’s what’s confirmed so far—and what still needs to happen next.
WIZZ MultiPass returns: travellers can lock in fixed fares with Wizz Air for a year
Wizz Air has relaunched MultiPass: fixed-price tickets for a year, plus optional Priority and checked baggage. Details 👇
Citadella reopening: Budapest landmark with one of the city’s best panoramas welcomes visitors again
Citadella reopening is near: Budapest’s top panorama returns with a free inner park and a brand-new exhibition. 👇
Iran conflict: Hungarian troops take shelter as attack hits base in Iraq – VIDEO, UPDATE
Hungarian troops had to take shelter after an overnight strike hit a base in Erbil, Iraq. The Defence Ministry says everyone is safe.
Lufthansa strike begins today: flights to and from Hungary hit, with transfer connections also at risk
Flying today or tomorrow? The Lufthansa strike is disrupting flights to and from Hungary — and connections via Frankfurt/Munich may also be affected. Check your flight status before heading to the airport and plan for delays.
Sirha Budapest 2026: 27,000 visitors, 26 countries — the biggest meeting on the region’s food calendar
Sirha Budapest 2026 packed Hungexpo with 27,000 visitors and 420 exhibitors from 26 countries. Here’s what stood out on the floor.
Hévíz Lake Bath redevelopment: iconic bathhouse faces demolition plans
The world's largest thermal lake. A major redesign could reshape Hévíz Lake Bath. Would you visit during the works?
NOBU Budapest: the iconic restaurant is closing, but it won’t disappear forever
Nobu Club world premiere to debut in Budapest as Nobu Budapest closes temporarily