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.
Serious rail line delays due to technical failures

Serious delays on key Hungarian rail lines to Lake Balaton and Vienna

by Daily News Hungary
Monk punched 15-year-old student

Monk repeatedly punched 15-year-old pupil in the stomach as scandal at Hungarian boarding school emerges

by John Woods
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Zelenskyy claims Polish President Nawrocki seeks political gains by fueling anti-Ukrainian sentiment

by Tamás Nagy
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Péter Magyar: new phase starts today in the fight against the “Orbán mafia”

by Daily News Hungary
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Can foreigners retire in Hungary? Here’s why more international retirees are taking a closer look

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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5 best tools to remove person from photo: rescuing your Hungary travel memories

by Guest Author
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How smart contracts are eliminating middlemen in everyday digital agreements

by Guest Author
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The three foot drugstore receipt is mostly coupons by design

by Guest Author
Idle Time on UK Construction Plant Is Running Higher Than Operators Estimate

Idle time on UK construction plant is running higher than operators’ estimates

by Guest Author
cars Used car sales in Hungary

Car rental in Yerevan without deposit: what travelers should know

by Guest Author
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Crypto Casinos Explained: How Bitcoin Gambling Works and What Players Should Know

by Guest Author
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Top Hungary news: Wild party at medieval castle, popular spa opens, Putin’s downfall — 21 June 2026

by Daily News Hungary
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Major announcements incoming: PM Magyar calls extraordinary cabinet meeting, says V4 is revived

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Putin’s ‘greatest trophy’ could become his downfall, says Hungarian-Ukrainian drone commander

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Budapest embankment open summer hungary

Take care: Hungary braces for another scorching week as temperatures climb towards 38°C

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Anita Orbán austria hungary foreign affairs ministers

Hungarian FM Anita Orbán says documents were shredded by Szijjártó’s team before handover

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Wild party leaves medieval Hungarian castle damaged: dozens of condoms and major destruction discovered – video

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
anita orbán hungary foreign minister ministry

Busy week for Hungary’s Foreign Ministry: EU talks, V4 diplomacy, Austria meetings and Brussels summit

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
MOL Bubi bike sharing Budapest pass

Budapest’s iconic green bikes are back: New MOL Bubi launches with e-bikes, bigger fleet and free trial rides

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Hundreds of foreign troops to cross Hungary under newly approved military operation

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
tiszaligeti élményfürdő szolnok spa pool

After 7 years of delays, popular Hungarian spa finally opens with huge discount for locals! – photos

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Europe retains its reputation as the safest place to visit as travellers become more cautious

by Bálint Csontos
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“Wait, what?” 15 things that shock foreigners when they visit Hungary

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Visiting Hungary in 2026: why Budapest is having a moment — and how to make the most of it

by Guest Author
Armenia Yerevan parliament

Democracy, geopolitics, and selective standards: Questions Surrounding Armenia’s 2026 Parliamentary Elections

by Tamás Nagy
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Top Hungary news: President Sulyok fights back, Parliament, asset recovery, spa prices — 20 June, 2026

by Csaba Finta
tisza party magyar government parliament

Hungary’s Parliament progressing forward: wealth tax, reforming education, regulating AI and social media for children

by Csaba Finta
Prime Minister Péter Magyar told President Tamás Sulyok to quit parliament

President of Hungary: Péter Magyar is abusing his parliamentary majority even more harshly than Orbán ever did

by Csaba Finta
Péter Magyar press conference

Péter Magyar shares when the office for asset recovery could start operating after the delay

by Csaba Finta
Palatinus strand beach pool spa

How much does a day in a Hungarian spa or pool really cost in 2026?

by Csaba Finta
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar Transport and Infrastructure Minister Dávid Vitézy Transportation Museum opening

PM Magyar and Transport Minister Vitézy open Budapest Transportation Museum

by Csaba Finta
Tashkent International Investment Forum 2026

Tashkent International Investment Forum 2026 shows Uzbekistan’s growing importance for Europe

by Daily News Hungary
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