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.
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What’s going to happen to Budapest Airport? How much fuel do they really have?

by Csaba Finta
Anita Orbán FM Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary Foreign Minister

FM Anita Orbán accused of being a traitor by Fidesz, hits back at them

by Csaba Finta
Foton Motor's First Global Media Day Beijing

Hungarian student translates for Foton in Beijing — and finds Europe’s EV future being negotiated

by Guest Author
Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai player of the season fan vote Liverpool FC

Dominik Szoboszlai wins player of the season vote in Liverpool

by Csaba Finta
Hungary AI assistant Tisza digital state

AI assistant for every Hungarian? Tisza government promises a digital state

by Bálint Csontos
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Hungary braces for mini heatwave: temperatures soar above 30°C before sudden cooldown

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Top Hungary news: Magyar’s salary in half, new government team, Slovenia, Budapest, Moody’s — 24 May 2026

by Daily News Hungary
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Hungary condemns brutal Russian strike on Kyiv as missile and drone barrage hits civilians

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Turkish Embassy in Budapest Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu interview

Turkish Ambassador Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu concludes her mission in Hungary: a farewell interview

by Daily News Hungary
rakpart budapest riverfront summer

Burning bins, public urination and traffic chaos? Report raises concerns over Budapest’s summer riverfront project

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
slovenia motorway travel

Slovenia drops major Adriatic travel cost for Hungarians heading to Croatia and Italy in 2026

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Ambassador Shri Anshuman Gaur

India’s polo tradition comes to Hungary for La Estancia Polo Cup 2026 – interview with Ambassador Gaur

by Daily News Hungary
interview péter magyar prime miniszter tisza

PM Magyar to slash own salary by half as Hungary targets politicians’ pay cuts

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
csíksomlyó búcsú pentecost pilgrimage

Hundreds of thousands gather at Pentecost pilgrimage in Transylvania – PHOTOS

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
tisza magyar government

PM Magyar unveils elite new government team of 55 state secretaries: 103 degrees, dozens of PhDs

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Moody’s drops bombshell forecast on Hungary: EU money may start flowing again

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Kádár fishing

Qué 5 especies se pescan en Hungría y dónde encontrarlas

by Alejandro Cosidó León
Hungary Netherlands

Hungary and the Netherlands: a shared history across centuries

by Janka Kenyeres
Heroes’ Square Budapest: A must-see landmark celebrating Hungary’s past and present – a 2025 guide hungary news

Top Hungary news: Magyar’s 1st ministerial interview, stolen EU funds, Hungary-Serbia border, speed cameras — 23 May 2026

by Daily News Hungary
Péter Magyar Hungary news

PM Magyar in first ministerial interview talks about school support payments, welfare, MP salaries, economic growth

by Csaba Finta
Japanese Company backed solar power panel in Hungary

Japanese-backed solar power plant strengthens Hungary’s renewable energy supply

by Csaba Finta
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The Hungary Insider: Your guide to the politics and power shifts shaping Hungary

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Zelensky rejects “debatable” offer from the EU, aims for full membership while citing Viktor Orbán

by Csaba Finta
Indonesia's Ambassador to Budapest Her Excellency Herasati Penny Indonesian ambassador Hungary Indonesia Economy Batang SEZ

Indonesia unveils Batang SEZ investment frontier at Budapest business forum

by Daily News Hungary
senegal football supporters

Morocco pardons Senegal fans jailed after AFCON final unrest

by Guest Author
budapest property real estate housing residential area university apartment hotel inflation

Hungary’s property market hit the brakes: Now buyers have the high ground

by Csaba Finta
Anita Orbán foreign minister of Hungary minister of foreign affairs

Hungarian FM Anita Orbán: Investigation of stolen EU funds can start in days

by Csaba Finta
Péter Magyar and Ursula von der Leyen

PM Péter Magyar in talks with EU about taxes, pensions, Erasmus Programme

by Csaba Finta
Budapest-Belgrade travel time to drop to 3.5 hours as rail tests finally begin in Hungary

Serbian railway completely shuts down indefinitely, affecting the Hungarian border

by Csaba Finta
Budapest traffic congestion

Budapest slows down: New speed cameras and 30 km/h zones to sweep the capital

by Janka Kenyeres
Airbnb Budapest rental market housing

Airbnb restrictions trigger unexpected shift in Budapest housing market

by Bálint Csontos
Central European car market electric vehicles

La fascinante evolución del coche eléctrico en Hungría

by Alejandro Cosidó León
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