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Update: Extreme Heat Warning Issued in Hungary - 'Most Dangerous'
Hungary's chief medical officer has declared a third-degree heat alert for the entire country from Saturday, warning of extreme temperatures for at least four consecutive days.
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Food Waste in Hungary Cut by Over One-Third in Nine Years
The amount of food waste in Hungary has been reduced by 37.2pc over the past nine years, according to a survey by national food safety authority Nebih.
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New Fixed Custom Duty on Small Parcels Comes into Force in Hungary
From 1 July, new European Union customs rules will come into effect in Hungary, introducing additional charges on low-value purchases ordered from non-EU online retailers.
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International Roller Skating Festival in Budapest at MOMkult on 10 July
Skate Land Budapest will return on 10 July 2026, bringing Hungary’s first international roller-skating festival back to the capital for a night of workshops, music and skating at MOMkult’s Sirály Promenade.
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4th of July Celebrations in Budapest for America's 250th Anniversary
Celebrate U.S. Independence Day at Szabad Rakpart with a full day of free entertainment, live music, workshops, sport and family-friendly activities along the Danube.
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World’s Finest: Hungarian Wines Shine at Prestigious Decanter Awards
Hungarian winemakers delivered an outstanding performance at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards in London, one of the wine world’s most demanding and prestigious competitions.
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Interviews
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Interview Two: Chris Russell, Principal, The British International School, Budapest
For starters, tell us about what you've been doing since our previous interview with you:
On a personal level, I have been renovating a small house in Mád, near Tokaj. It is a beautiful wine village with a friendly and welcoming community. My family and I have been made to feel incredibly welcome there, and it provides a wonderful retreat from city life. We also have a small rescue dog who completes our family.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 16 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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City Taxi Updates Budapest Taxi Fares & Management
City Taxi has announced an update to its official Budapest taxi tariffs, with new prices set to take effect from 1 August 2026.
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World-Class DJs at B MY LAKE Festival in Hungary
From July 16 to 18, the shores of Lake Velence will once again become one of Central Europe's leading destinations for electronic music. B MY LAKE 2026 brings together some of the most exciting names shaping the present and future of techno, including Paul Kalkbrenner, Deborah De Luca, Amelie Lens, Adam Beyer, Joseph Capriati and Sven Väth.
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