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.

Looks like the Samsung battery plant’s management tried to make the Hungarian government halt investigations into poisoning workers

February 12, 2026

Special Hungary

Unexpected closure: Popular Budapest lookout tower shut – photos

Top Hungary news: Fire at workers’ hostel, weekend tram chaos, Orbán documentary, spring, cash — 13 February, 2026

Brother stabbed in village row: Court orders arrest after brutal family fight in Hungary

Black paint targets Hungarian signs in Satu Mare: vandals deface bilingual street names and church plaque

Armoured convoy and secret routes: Rubio heads to Budapest – replacing Russian gas could be on the table

Beyond the tourist trails: Discover Budapest’s cosy culinary gem, Gléda Vendéglő – video, photo gallery

Spring warmth one day, snowfall the next: Hungary braces for a wild weather weekend!

Easy cash access for Hungarian users: Revolut and Wise raise free cash withdrawal limits!

Hungary’s lost decade: New documentary shows how opportunities slipped away under Orbán

Fidesz challenger Tisza Party maintains clear lead over ruling parties, undecided voters shrink in Hungary

Orbán calls repayment ‘absurd’ as EU court opinion questions EUR 10 billion paid to Hungary

Fire at workers’ hostel near Budapest: bodies found in ruins after gas cylinder explosion – UPDATE: new victim

Valentine’s Day in Hungary: How Hungarians celebrate love on 14 February

Weekend tram chaos in Budapest: Three major lines to run shorter routes, replacement buses coming

The psychology of progress in World of Warcraft: why we keep returning to Azeroth

Morocco declares disaster areas after extreme weather, launches €300m aid programme

“From stick to spoke”: can Tisza reset relations with the EU and not betray its voters?

Casino games with highest payout: slots vs table games

Top Hungary news: Samsung plant poisoning workers, human remains in Danube, sexual scandal — 12 February, 2026

Tragedy: Another ethnic Hungarian killed in Ukraine war, says Hungarian foreign minister

Johnny Depp arrives in Budapest: presented by the Hungarian Jack Sparrow!

Budapest Airport to rebuild key area soon

8 of Budapest’s luxury hotels earn global recognition in Forbes’ ranking

Looks like the Samsung battery plant’s management tried to make the Hungarian government halt investigations into poisoning workers

Lessening pressure? Inflation in Hungary is at an 8-year low

NOBU Budapest: the iconic restaurant is closing, but it won’t disappear forever

Human remains found in a car recovered from the Danube in Hungary, solving a decade-old mystery

Lufthansa strike disrupts Budapest flights: pilots and cabin crew walk out for 24 hours

Punts surge on banned betting site for third prime ministerial hopeful in Hungary – is the “orgy scandal” the reason?

Hungarian MOL to look for oil in Africa’s largest untapped reserves

Simple language hacks every traveller should know for easy communication

Perya Games: the digital way to enjoy Pinoy Carnival fun