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Hungarian FM Péter Szijjártó: ‘Qatar is a friend of Hungary’
In the last few decades, Hungarian–Qatari relations have strengthened significantly in economic cooperation, playing a crucial role as peace brokers in global conflicts, combating terrorism and illegal migration, and advocating against religious...

Hungary Launches National Spacelab Network to Strengthen Space Research
A new alliance named the Hungarian Spacelab Network has officially been launched in Budapest, uniting nine universities, two government ministries, and the HUN-REN Research Network. The agreement marks a major step in Hungary’s ambition to become...

Budapest Stock Index Returns 84 Per Cent in Two Years, Three Times More Than Dow Jones
The premier stock index in Hungary, the BUX, closed at 99,454.86 points yesterday, 14 July, down less than a per cent for the day. However, its annual performance has been phenomenal thus far, being up 25.3 per cent year-to-date, in the middle of...

The Pink Social Security Booklet Will be Abolished in Hungary
In another win for the digitalization of Hungarian administration, the pink social security booklet is finally being abolished as of January 2026. The information it contains is now safely managed by various government agencies, so the booklet has...

Gov’t Clears Way for Drilling in Hungary's Protected Areas
The government has designated hydrocarbon mining – specifically oil and gas extraction – as a matter of “paramount public interest”, even in ecologically sensitive zones, according to Decree 208/2025 published. Previously, only the protection of...

From slugs to goats: the evolution of smart farming Feature articles | July 21, 2025 As soil health deteriorates and labour costs rise, smart farming is increasingly looking to technology and AI to boost yields.
As soil health deteriorates and labour costs rise, smart farming is increasingly looking to technology and AI to boost yields. Over the last decade, the technology has evolved from satellite navigation for autonomous tractors to AI and data...

New Heat Alert Issued: Prolonged Heatwave Expected Across Hungary
Based on the latest forecast from HungaroMet, the Hungarian Meteorological Service, the Chief Medical Officer has issued a Level 2 heat alert for the entire country. The warning is in effect from midnight on Sunday, 20 July, until midnight on...

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Marvel's first family faltered in its sophomore weekend at the box office, recording a 66% dip in North American theaters. But the movie still managed to hold on to the No. 1 spot this weekend. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”...

Hugo Ekitike medical confirmed after £79m transfer deal as Liverpool add-ons explained
Hugo Ekitike is on the brink of sending Liverpool's summer rebuild rocketing beyond the £250million mark - and will link up with his new team-mates in Asia once the formalities of his transfer have been completed. The Reds have thrashed out a deal...

Brown meets with Red Bull boss after Horner rivalry 'went too far'
McLaren CEO Zak Brown expects his team's Formula 1 rivalry with Red Bull to be healthier following Christian Horner's departure, as he believes things had gone "too far" between them in the past. Brown took the unusual step on race morning at the...

Alanis Morissette, Budapest Park, 21 July
Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette is thrilled to announce extra dates for her 2025 World Tour. Following last month’s announcement of a run of shows across the UK, Europe, and South America in 2025, today...

Hungarian father falls ill, denied loan relief: Opposition slams insurance industry
Photo: Daily News Hungary Insurance companies and banks should deliver on promises made to help families in difficult life situations, the head of opposition Democratic Coalition said on Sunday. Klára Dobrev told an online press conference that in...

Bulgaria Tops EU in Hospital Beds but Lags Behind in Long-Term Care
Bulgaria stands out in the European Union for having the highest number of hospital beds per capita, but at the same time, it ranks among the lowest in terms of long-term care capacity. The latest figures from Eurostat highlight this stark...

Top Hungary news: Why MAGA loves Orbán, Budapest palaces sell-off, Budapest Airport new investment — 19 July, 2025
Photo: depositphotos.com Top Hungary news stories Budapest’s treasured palaces face secret sell-off The government is quietly selling off landmark buildings in Budapest, raising concerns about heritage loss and a lack of public oversight. Read...

Liverpool FC Dominik Szoboszlai's wife gives birth as he says it 'means the world'
Dominik Szoboszlai has been flooded with messages of support as he announced his wife has given birth to their first child. The Liverpool FC midfielder married Borka Buzsik in a ceremony in March this year. The family has now grown to three as...
Chris Woakes ‘all in’ and will bat with dislocated shoulder if needed, says England's Joe Root
3 August 2025, 20:22 England's Jacob Bethell reacts after getting out on day four of the Fifth Rothesay Men's Test at the Kia Oval, London. Picture date: Sunday August 3, 2025. Picture: Alamy Chris Woakes stands ready to bat with a dislocated...

Indian Women Wrestlers Antim Panghal, Harshita Lead 4-Medal Haul at Budapest Wrestling Memorial
Indian women wrestlers scripted history at the Polyák Imre & Varga János Memorial 2025 in Budapest, Hungary, on July 18, bagging two golds (Antim Panghal, Harshita), one silver (Neha), and one bronze (Neelam). Facing the world’s top competition,...

Beware: Dengue fever resurfaces in Hungary as imported cases rise
Dengue virus, commonly known as “breakbone fever,” has made a reappearance in Hungary. According to the latest data from the National Public Health and Pharmaceutical Centre (NNGYK), new cases have been reported among Hungarian travellers...

Hungary Summons Ukraine Envoy Over ‘Forced Conscription’ Death
Hungary summoned Ukraine’s ambassador on Thursday following claims that an ethnic Hungarian man died weeks after military recruiters allegedly assaulted him in Ukraine. Ukraine authorities said they “categorically” rejected accusations that the...

Hungary summons Ukraine envoy over 'conscription' death
BUDAPEST: Hungary summoned Ukraine's ambassador on Thursday following claims that an ethnic Hungarian man died weeks after military recruiters allegedly assaulted him in Ukraine. Ukraine authorities said they "categorically" rejected accusations...