Special Hungary

Why do Hungarians wear ribbons in the national colours in mid-March? What is the most beloved spice in Hungarian cuisine? How do Easter traditions in Hungary differ from those elsewhere? You’ll find the answers to these and many other cultural curiosities in our Special Hungary section. Here, the Daily News Hungary editorial team shares engaging facts, customs, and stories that help you better understand the everyday life, heritage, and mindset of the Hungarian people. Whether you’re living here, visiting, or simply curious, these articles offer a deeper insight into what makes Hungary truly unique.
Top Hungary news Budapest Citadel

Top Hungary news: Hungarian teacher slows ageing, new drug in Budapest, another heat dome approaches – 6 July, 2026

by Daily News Hungary
Magyar government sitting FX loan

More than EUR 3 billion in foreign-currency debt raised by Péter Magyar’s government — and with good reason

by John Woods
15 human traffickers detained in Hungary

15 human traffickers detained in international operation in Hungary

by Daily News Hungary
Asian tiger mosquitos

Authorities warn: Dangerous Asian tiger mosquitos gain ground in Hungary

by Daily News Hungary
Corruption Hungary European Union

Star witness claims Fidesz and Socialists shared corruption for nearly 20 years in explosive testimony

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Orbán's Fidesz to demonstrate for democracy

Orbán’s Fidesz to demonstrate for democracy in Budapest – Péter Magyar calls them laughable

by Daily News Hungary
Young Hungarian teacher can slow down ageing

Young Hungarian teacher slows ageing — has already gained nearly two decades. This is his secret

by John Woods
Magyar government recalls head of Eximbank

Magyar government recalls state-owned bank’s head

by Daily News Hungary
Bartok Bela International Choir Competition Grand Prix

Indonesian choir wins Bartók Béla International Choir Competition Grand Prix in Debrecen

by Tamás Nagy
US President Donald Trump (2)

Trump-condo to be built in metropolis populated by tens of thousands of Hungarians: fresh details from the President’s most important filing

by John Woods
Another heat dome approaches Hungary

A fresh heat dome grips France — and will shape Hungary’s weather: what to expect this week

by John Woods
Budapest bridge dismantled

Striking images capture the lifting of an 80-year-old steel railway bridge in Budapest in a single piece

by Daily News Hungary
New drug in Budapest

Aggressive ‘zombies’ everywhere: Is a new drug claiming victims in Budapest? Inner-city leaders sound the alarm

by John Woods
Wizz Air airline Bratislava base new routes Wizz Holidays

Wizz Holidays travel planner: holiday planning could reach a whole new level

by Janka Kenyeres
péter magyar gergely gulyás fidesz constitutional amendment

PM Magyar: Fidesz worries over constitutional amendment “ridiculous”

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Global Journalists Council 2026 GJC KGK

A new era at the Global Journalism Council: Dim re-elected

by Daily News
Hungary news Budapest in May moody's

Top Hungary news: Ryanair flight, NATO summit, Budapest Airport, Europe’s oldest trains — 5 July 2026

by Daily News Hungary
péter magyar prime minister

PM Magyar heads to first NATO summit – then stays in Türkiye for family holiday with sons

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
etna eruption italy sicily

Etna eruption throws flights into chaos: Ryanair Budapest service delayed by 10 hours – UPDATE: Flight to head for Palermo

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
martin molnár GB3 motorsport

Hungarian star Martin Molnár claims emotional first home podium at the Hungaroring!

by Daily News Hungary
Trump Tower in Kolozsvár

Luxury empire in city inhabited by tens of thousands of Hungarians lands in US President Trump’s wealth declaration

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
PM Péter Magyar Tamás Sulyok Anita Orbán president of hungary

President Sulyok hits back at PM Magyar’s constitutional overhaul: “I have no reason to resign”

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
frost bükk july weather

From 40°C to frost: Hungary records its coldest summer night as temperatures plunge below zero

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Hungarian Mayor Outrage Student Names School Ceremony Mohamed

Who will receive Hungary’s new back-to-school grant? Magyar government reveals important details

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Semmelweis University Budapest Hungary universities

Hungary’s world-famous medical university is conquering Germany with a new campus

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
trains dávid vitézy transport travel máv

Europe’s oldest trains are running in Hungary: Transport Minister Vitézy blames years of neglect

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Hungarian forint minimum wage cash

Hungarians still cling to cash: many would rather lose money than put it in the bank – here’s why

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
budapest airport travel

Budapest Airport unveils huge expansion plans with new terminal, railway station and major infrastructure upgrade!

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Former PM Viktor Orbán

Former PM Orbán: Hungary is heading towards ‘authoritarian rule’ under PM Magyar

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
budapest iconic landmarks visitors people population city landscape

Top Hungary news: PM Magyar’s reform, “end of democracy”, Gripens on duty, salary comparison — 4 July, 2026

by Csaba Finta
Anita Orbán and U.S. Chargé d'Affaires Caroline Savage independence day

PM Magyar, FM Orbán and other ministers celebrate US Independence Day at Budapest embassy reception

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
gergely gulyás fidesz

Orbán’s Fidesz: This is ‘the end of constitutional democracy’ in Hungary

by Csaba Finta
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