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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Western Azerbaijan: the contested history behind a political phrase

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Top Hungary news: Magyar-Fidesz confrontation, Budapest mayor evacuated, Revolut bank accounts — 26 May 2026

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Péter Magyar sacks long-serving Counter Terrorism Centre chief – updated

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Breaking: Budapest Mayor receives Ukraine award from Zelensky in Kyiv, later evacuated to shelter

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Dramatic scenes in Hungarian Parliament: PM Magyar attacks Fidesz in speech, walks over to faction leader during tense moment – video

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Most Hungarians believe Orbán and Fidesz cannot make a comeback after historic defeat

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Chaos claims over summer flights spark dispute between Wizz Air and Hungarian air traffic control

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Official: Revolut begins rollout of Hungarian bank account numbers for millions of users

Price explosion in the Hungarian property market housing Budapest

Why are buyers from these countries suddenly eyeing Hungarian property after the election?

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Tisza backtracks on constitutional amendment after Fidesz backlash over ‘Christian culture’ clause

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Budapest to abolish all parking meters from July – but drivers will pay more

claudia sümeghy péter magyar chief of staff

PM Magyar introduces newest member of government: she will be the PM’s chief of staff

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PM Magyar: Government to target concessions, battery industry and presidential shake-up

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5 exotic animals that look too strange to be real

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Top Hungary news: Locomotive fire, AI assistants, Fidesz accusations, Budapest Airport, lángos — 25 May 2026

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Fancy a good lángos? Here’s how food prices changed around Lake Balaton

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Transylvanian culture minister of Romania resigns after leaked audio: “I don’t give a damn about Romanian national interest”

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Locomotive fire at busy Budapest railway station causes major rail disruption – UPDATE: PM

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

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

Foton Motor's First Global Media Day Beijing

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

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

Dominik Szoboszlai wins player of the season vote in Liverpool

Hungary AI assistant Tisza digital state

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

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

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

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

Turkish Embassy in Budapest Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu interview

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

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

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

Ambassador Shri Anshuman Gaur

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

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

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Hundreds of thousands gather at Pentecost pilgrimage in Transylvania – PHOTOS

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