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PM Viktor Orbán’s government could receive billions in EU funds ahead of elections
If the European Commission approves Hungary’s loan application, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government could receive an early tranche of up to €2.43 billion (approx. 950 billion forint) in EU funds in early 2026—a development that could benefit it during the final stretch of the election campaign.
Hungarians work more than most Europeans, yet earn significantly less
Hungarian employees are among the hardest working in the European Union, putting in the third highest number of hours per year, while wages and leisure time remain below the EU average.
Unexpected: Hungary to become the proud producer of NATO’s machine gun ammunition
A Swiss-based, now Czech-owned company is set to start large-caliber ammunition production in Hungary.
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Hungary passes its first Artificial intelligence law
Hungary’s Parliament has passed the country’s first artificial intelligence law. According to the government, the goal is to ensure that Hungarian businesses and everyday users can work with AI in a safe and transparent way — and avoid falling behind in the global technology race.
Chinese cyber group breached Hungarian EU diplomats’ systems
A China-linked hacking group has targeted European diplomatic networks — including Hungarian systems — in a coordinated cyber-espionage campaign this autumn. The attackers exploited a recently disclosed Windows vulnerability and deployed spyware capable of accessing confidential diplomatic material.
Hungarian mayor of a charming Danube-bend village bans Halloween festivities
A planned pumpkin-carving afternoon in Zebegény was stopped by the mayor, who opposed holding any Halloween-related activity in the village center. Organizers say it was never meant to be a Halloween event at all.
Budapest’s public ‘Bubi’ bike service faces a winter shutdown
A cold surprise may await those who rely on Bubi bikes this winter.
Wizz Air reintroduces its “All You Can Fly” pass for unlimited travel!
Wizz Air has relaunched its All You Can Fly pass, designed for travelers who prefer flexibility over long-term planning. The airline is offering just ten thousand memberships in this round.
Two Hungarian villages won the “Oscars of rural tourism”
Rural Hungary has once again captured international attention. This year, two small Hungarian villages received recognition from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), which annually awards the world’s best rural destinations.
Hungary’s award-winning pastry shop reopens in Budapest – photos
Málna the Pastry Shop has reopened, this time in the heart of Budapest, on Hercegprímás Street. The three-time winner of the Pastry shop of the year award now welcomes guests with a larger space and exciting new features.