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.
New free Danube beach has opened in Budapest

Budapest bathing spots: new Danube locations proposed

by Janka Kenyeres
Trump Tower

Trump Tower to be built in Transylvanian city populated by tens of thousands of Hungarians

by John Woods
zalakaros bath

Infrared Sauna Therapy: the science-backed recovery tool athletes are raving about

by Guest Author

Top Hungary news: secret service plot against Tisza Party, Melania Trump and Hungary, forint, practical infos for foreigners – 24 March, 2026

Top Hungary news from today Hungarian economy Melania Trump and Hungary Foreigners in Hungary Hungarian politics Are you and your friends interested in Hungary? Join the Daily News Hungary briefing...

by Daily News Hungary
Polish government Donald Tusk and PM Orbán

Polish government: PM Orbán is the most corrupt and pro-Putin politician in Europe

by Daily News Hungary
helpers

Multiple citizenships – not just for celebrities

by Guest Author
National Bank Governor Mihály Varga national bank

The Hungarian National Bank was not as bold with the base rate today as weeks ago

by Daily News Hungary
Budapest business travel SIM cards

SIM cards & mobile internet in Hungary: Best prepaid options for tourists

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
Hybrid geothermal power plant to be built in Hungary

First hybrid geothermal power plant to be built in Hungary

by Daily News Hungary
Melania Trump and Donald Trump

President Trump can thank a Hungarian model for meeting his wife, Melania

by John Woods
forint historic lows

Grave trouble ahead: the forint is the biggest casualty of Trump’s war, with brutal food inflation looming

by John Woods
Győr Mayor Bence Pintér

PM Orbán’s team may prepare something violent in Győr, mayor suggests

by John Woods

Hungarian voting locations at foreign missions changed in 25 cities compared with four years ago

The location of voting at foreign missions has changed in 25 cities compared with the 2022 parliamentary election.

by Daily News Hungary
Péter Magyar Tisza Party (2)

Assassination-style secret service plot targeted Tisza Party—but police refuse to investigate

by John Woods
Israeli man stabbed at Ozora Festival

Foreign man almost killed his colleague with a knife in Szeged

by Daily News Hungary
renting in budapest property hungary europe

Renting a flat in Budapest: A practical guide for foreigners in 2026

by Hetzmann Mercédesz
European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen

EU Commission demands clarification and is concerned about Hungarian FM Szijjártó’s ‘Russia scandal’

by Daily News Hungary
Budapest in the evening Hungary news

Top Hungary news: FM Szijjártó tapped, drugs and Péter Magyar, EU membership, Hungarian spy in Ukraine — 23 March, 2026

by Daily News Hungary
Viktor Orbán Patriots rally

Prime Minister Orbán called his nationalist allies to Budapest and announced that they were fighting for Europe’s soul

by Daily News Hungary
Hungarian spy chief name revealed

Ukrainian authorities reveal name of ‘Hungarian spy chief’ recruiting in Transcarpathia

by John Woods
Hastings

Historians may need to rewrite the history books: Battle of Hastings misunderstood for centuries

by John Woods
Jewish university in Hungary to be renovated

Jewish university in Hungary to be renovated, the government promises

by Daily News Hungary
Mushrooms and Communist leader Mátyás Rákosi

A unique free service in Hungary: the incredible story of mushroom checkups

by John Woods
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok with Polish President Nawrocki

President Sulyok celebrates Day of Polish-Hungarian friendship; Polish President Nawrocki: Hungarians friends, Putin foe – photos

by Daily News Hungary
PM Orbán Huxit European Union brussels

Can Hungary lose NATO, EU membership due to its ‘too close’ Russia ties?

by John Woods
tisza party list elections

Tisza government ‘would serve foreign interests’, Orbán cabinet says

by Daily News Hungary
Did Péter Magyar take drugs?

Did Péter Magyar take drugs? The mystery may unravel – even without an eagerly awaited video

by John Woods
nethelands amsterdam Muslim Brotherhood

Amsterdam deals a new blow to the Muslim Brotherhood’s network in Europe

by Guest Author
St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day took over Budapest’s Szabadság Square with music, dance and parade – video, photos

by Daily News Hungary
Hungarian FM Péter Szijjártó

PM Orbán: Hungarian FM Szijjártó tapped; threads lead to Péter Magyar’s top diplomat

by John Woods
Sumatran tiger cubs born at Nyíregyháza Zoo (1)

How zoos and aquariums are using short video to drive repeat visits

by Guest Author
democratic coalition representative Kopping Rita

“Expel me too!” – Is Hungarian opposition party Democratic Coalition falling apart?

by Janka Kenyeres
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