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Valley of Arts Festival to Feature 4,500 Programmes in Summer Near Balaton
One of Hungary’s most beloved cultural events, the Valley of Arts Festival, returns for its 35th edition between 24 July and 2 August 2026. More >>
Features
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Norris Wins 41st Hungarian Grand Prix - Record-Breaking Race
Lando Norris, the reigning world champion and McLaren driver, won the 41st Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday at the Hungaroring.
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Fidesz Corruption 'Created' Magyar, Claims Our Homeland Leader
Viktor Orban "has still not learned anything" from his election defeat, Laszlo Toroczkai, head of the opposition Our Homeland party said on X on Saturday, commenting on the speech given by the Fidesz president at the 35th Balvanyos (Baile Tusnad) Summer Free University and Student Camp.
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'Resistance Politics' New Focus for Fidesz, Says Orbán
The Fidesz party is declaring a policy of resistance in place of the traditional politics of opposition to build "a broad coalition for freedom against the authoritarian regime being built by the Tisza party", Viktor Orban said on Saturday in Baile Tusnad (Tusnadfurdo) at the closing session of the 35th Balvanyos Summer Free University and Student Camp.
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Hungary Now Ranks 15th in Global Peace Index
Hungary has once again secured a spot among the world's top twenty most peaceful nations, ranking 15th overall in the 2026 Global Peace Index.
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Suzuki Set to Invest HUF 76 Billion in Hungary at Esztergom Base
Suzuki is set to invest HUF 76bn into manufacturing of electric vehicles and battery packs at its base in Esztergom, Economy and Energy Istvan Kapitány said in a Facebook post-
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Magyar Spat On in Budapest - Why He Won't Press Charges
A passerby spat on Prime Minister Peter Magyar on his way to a press conference presenting the Baross Gabor Railway Development scheme, the Government Communications Office said on Wednesday. The prime minister will not press charges, the statement added.
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Interviews
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Tamás Fazekas, General Manager, Anantara New York Palace Hotel, Budapest
1. Your first interview with us was 13 years ago. How has your definition of "luxury" in Budapest changed since then?
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 23 July
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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Top 10 +1 Tips to Enjoy More of Expat Life in Budapest
This amazing capital attracts people from all around the world, since Budapest is a city that's easy to love - and one that continually rewards those who learn about local shortcuts and pick up insider know-how.
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Matild Palace: Balancing International Excellence & Local Authenticity
As the Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest, marks five years on the market, General Manager Serkan Hüsünbeyi reflects on the journey so far, recent developments, and the future of luxury tourism in the Hungarian capital.
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