Top Hungary news: Direct flights to USA, sex points at freshman camp, Filipino guest workers — 7 August, 2025
Change language:
Top Hungary news stories:
Direct flights to the USA to resume from Budapest in 2026!
In a major breakthrough, American Airlines will launch a daily direct flight between Budapest and Philadelphia starting 21 May 2026.
Read more
Society & lifestyle
Hungarians rank high for work–life balance, with a caveat
Research shows Hungarians enjoy relatively favourable working hours and paid leave in Europe. However, low pay and inflexible labour policies limit how much workers benefit compared to Western countries.
Read more
Controversy over “sex points” game at freshman camp
A Hungarian university is investigating a “sex points” contest at a freshman camp. The event raised concerns about campus culture and student welfare.
Read more
Filipino guest workers’ rising role in Hungary
The number of Filipino guest workers in Hungary has surged, filling gaps in manufacturing, hospitality, and health care as labour shortages grow. Their presence is reshaping local workplaces and cultural life.
Read more