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BREAKING NEWS – Official: Hungary parliamentary election 2026 date announced by the Hungarian president

Hungary parlamentary election 2026 - We have the exact date!
Extreme winter weather in Hungary: strains emergency services, transport, and utilities – UPDATE: orange alerts withdrawn

Extreme weather in Hungary: trams have stopped running due to freezing rain and further snowfall, and traffic is difficult on certain roads: our article continuously UPDATED
UPDATE: Budapest Airport reopens after shutdown, aircraft incident reported, 100E extra transport capacity

ATTENTION! Flights are temporarily not departing from or arriving at Budapest Airport -
we are continuously updating our article!
What was Hungary’s inflation rate in 2025? Fresh official data explains

Latest data: Hungary’s inflation rate in 2025 - what it means for residents and expats
Croatia reintroduces compulsory military service after nearly two decades

Croatia, which borders Hungary, has already sent out military draft notices:
Keleti Station upgrades platforms as Chinese trains prepare to enter Budapest–Belgrade railway line

In Europe, the renovation of the Budapest–Belgrade railway line is the largest railway development project financed and implemented by China.
Remembering the Don Bend: a tragedy that still speaks to Hungarians

Today marks the anniversary of one of the darkest chapters in Hungarian history: Don Bend, 1943 🏴🇭🇺
Hungary leaves Austria and Croatia behind as tourism smashes all records in 2025 – latest data

Tourists seem to be loving Hungary more and more: the most popular places and the latest statistics are here:
UPDATE – Official: Hungary grants asylum to former Minister Ziobro and other Polish citizens

#Poland is Central Europe’s strongest economic and military power, which is why #Hungary’s decision to grant asylum to a fugitive former Polish mister politician has triggered a serious diplomatic backlash.
Budapest Quiz: How well do you know the Hungarian capital?

Test your knowledge of Budapest’s landmarks, history, and hidden facts in this medium-difficulty quiz about Hungary’s capital.





