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.
Women's handball Final4

Women’s Handball Champions League Final4: The Budapest Success Story Continues

by Guest Author
Secret migrant camp in Hungary

Orbán government ‘planned secret migrant camp’ before apparent retreat amid public backlash — classified decree may soon surface

by John Woods
Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony (2)

Budapest on the brink of bankruptcy again – will the capital be rescued by the new government?

by John Woods
Guest workers needed in Hungary

Hungarian employers fear guest worker ban: will all pay the price for political brinkmanship?

by John Woods
Péter Magyar Budapest Danube

PM Péter Magyar: government restores peace, normal daily life, humanity

by Daily News Hungary
15 march budapest

Los 6 símbolos nacionales húngaros y sus asombrosos significados

by Alejandro Cosidó León
István Kapitány, Hungary's economy and energy minister

Unexpected move: Hungarian minister and former Shell vice-president István Kapitány donates entire salary to this organisation

by John Woods
Judit Lannert Hungary's new education minister

Hungarian student fell from the 5th floor of a hostel – minister blames Orbán cabinet

by Daily News Hungary
Wizz Air revives regional base near Hungary

End of an era: Wizz Air unveils game-changing plan that could transform every flight

by John Woods
Water shortage River Tisza

River Tisza nears historic low as tens of thousands face risk of water shortages – video

by John Woods
suit businessmen

5 things schools generally don’t teach about entrepreneurship

by Guest Author
knives knife

Essential knives for precise meat cutting: from long slicing blades to professional butcher tools

by Guest Author
Budapest at night Hungary news orbán decorative lighting

Top Hungary news: guest workers, battery investment, Wizz Air, hotel fire, Budapest Airport, e-scooters – 8 June, 2026

by Daily News Hungary
Péter Magyar Hungarian child protection system migrant camp regime

Péter Magyar: Orbán cabinet committed crimes against defenceless children – he promises fundamental changes and money for the sector

by Daily News Hungary
Bomb threat halts Ukraine-Hungary trains, authorities respond

Useful news for passengers: you can once again check online the extent of your train delays

by Daily News Hungary
Earthquake in the Philippines

Earth tremors mapped across Hungary: where it may be risky to live – and images of a devastating earthquake in the Philippines

by John Woods
Popular Hungarian spa town bans e-scooters

Popular Hungarian spa town bans certain micromobility devices after mounting concerns among residents

by John Woods
Wizz Air flights

Breaking – Hungary’s Wizz Air and Austrian Airlines suspend flights to this country

by John Woods
Lake Balaton hotel blaze

Dawn panic at popular Lake Balaton hotel as blaze breaks out, hundreds evacuated

by Daily News Hungary
refinery gas reserves energy

Trump government gives MOL one more week to acquire key Serbian refinery

by Daily News Hungary
Guest workers can still come to Hungary

Uneven ban: guest workers can still enter Hungary — here is how

by John Woods
Budapest Airport family-friendly

Budapest Airport among Europe’s top 5 most family-friendly airports!

by Daily News Hungary
péter magyar györgy velkey national security leadership gold convoy

Hungary’s Parliament is set to significantly cut the salaries of Prime Minister Péter Magyar, his ministers and all MPs today – updated: decision

by Daily News Hungary
sinomatech china battery

Major battery industry investment heads to Hungary: Chinese state-backed battery supplier to create hundreds of jobs

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Sissi Romy Schneider movie

4 razones por las que los húngaros adoraban a Sissi

by Alejandro Cosidó León
cars parking

Best car rental companies in Hungary: A 2026 guide for visitors

by Tamás Nagy
Budapest public transport transit night transportation midnight feedback hungary news

Top Hungary news: Foreign politician refugees, lángos, weather whiplash, Rosatom, capybaras — 7 June 2026

by Daily News Hungary
motogp hungary Marc Márquez

Marc Márquez claims historic 100th Grand Prix victory at Balaton Park after thrilling Hungarian battle

by Alpár Kató
antonov an-124 ukraine cargo plane budapest

Giant Ukrainian plane sparks curiosity after rare landing in Budapest

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Zbigniew Ziobro Poland viktor orbán fidesz

Hungary reviews political asylum granted under Orbán: foreign politicians could lose refugee status

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
summer weather heatwave Hungary

Hungary braces for weather whiplash: heatwave to be followed by storms, rain and sharp cooldown

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
rosatom russia

Russian Rosatom sends letter to Hungary’s Magyar government: here’s what they wrote

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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