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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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Hungary Weekly Briefing: A new president, an energy crisis and the review of Orbán-era deals

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Video: Wild boar storms Budapest metro station, forcing line to shut down

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Fidesz attacks Tisza’s presidential nominee: ‘He will serve only until Péter Magyar replaces him with a comment’

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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Warning by US intelligence: Putin could test NATO with attack within years

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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BREAKING: Tisza announces its nominee for Hungary’s next president

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
The Tisza faction during a voting

Tisza chooses next President, announces emergency funding for airports and changes to education

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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US Senate backs huge tariffs on Russian energy buyers – Hungary could be in the firing line

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
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18-year-old Hungarian man suspected of killing Austrian man in anti-gay attack

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Priorities for the new Hungarian foreign policy set out

New Hungarian foreign-policy priorities set out for relations with Putin’s Russia, MAGA world, EU, V4, NATO and Balkans

by John Woods
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Sziget Festival to kick off on Sunday – everything you need to know

by Daily News Hungary
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Why is it a problem if Péter Magyar decides who can lead Hungary’s public media?

by Juhos Áron
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Colombia recognizes Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

by Guest Author
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A taste of summer at Axis Café & Lounge: a lunch well Spent

by Alpár Kató
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Budapest Festival Orchestra to give free open-air concert at Heroes’ Square

by Daily News Hungary
German motorbike found in the Danube in Budapest

Treasure hunt: what experts found around the German motorbike recovered from the Danube in Budapest – photos

by John Woods
MOL oil refinery in fire in Bratislava in Slovakia

Massive explosion and devastating fire at strategic MOL oil refinery: will fuel prices rise again? – video

by John Woods
Polymarket already knows who the next President of Hungary will be

Polymarket already knows who Hungary’s next president will be – do you agree?

by John Woods
PM Péter Magyar in the Hungarian Parliament

Hungary’s next president: PM Magyar’s four frontrunners – or will a fifth candidate triumph?

by Daily News Hungary
Sziget Festival

Power and water concerns at Sziget Festival? Founder reveals what’s really going on

by Daily News Hungary
Valuable WWII German motorcycle emerged from the Danube in Budapest

Soviet shell, cannonball and German Panzerfaust warheads found near Budapest university

by Daily News Hungary
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Plunging inflation in Hungary: analysts surprised, but how long can the favourable trend last?

by John Woods
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MÁV railway group preparing with extra services for the Sziget Festival – details

by Daily News Hungary
Georgia practically expels Hungarian journalist

What could he have found? Georgian authorities send home Hungarian journalist who criticised Orbán-friendly government

by John Woods
PM Péter Magyar Paks NPP

PM Magyar shared good news about voluntary consumption cuts as heat records were broken again

by Daily News Hungary
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PM Magyar: Orbán knew that Hungary’s energy system was on the brink of collapse, but failed to act

by Daily News Hungary
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Budapest city centre roads to be closed this morning after explosives found in the Danube

by Daily News Hungary
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Why Western Europe is losing Polish engineers

by Guest Author
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From Rome to Venice: eSIM tips for American travelers

by Guest Author
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Keeping older BMW engines responsive: what drivers should know about VANOS Wear

by Guest Author
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How to Bet on NASCAR: odds, race markets, and key considerations

by Guest Author
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Why Canada’s online casino market is one of the world’s most interesting

by Guest Author
Danube hotel ships and cargo vessels stranded due to low water levels

Danube water crisis: hotel ships and cargo vessels stranded in Hungary

by John Woods
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