• Sweet Autumn Treats: Winners of Balaton’s Cake Contest Revealed

    Sweet Autumn Treats: Winners of Balaton’s Cake Contest Revealed

    • 15 Oct 2025 12:14 PM

    This autumn, Lake Balaton offers more than just its scenic views — it also delights with a new signature dessert. The results of the 2025 Cake of Balaton contest have been revealed, with the top prize going to "Hableány" "Mermaid", a creation from Promenád Kávéház in Balatongyörök on the northern shore. Both its flavor and the story behind it impressed the judges.

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  • World Athletics Ultimate Championship to be Held in Budapest

    World Athletics Ultimate Championship to be Held in Budapest

    • 15 Oct 2025 11:28 AM

    Hosting the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest marks a significant milestone for the city, bringing high expectations for a smooth and memorable experience for both athletes and spectators. Márton Gyulai, Sports Director of World Athletics (WA), highlighted the challenge of staging this first-ever world final in Budapest next year.

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  • Hungarian Pavilion One of Top Attractions at Osaka World Expo

    Hungarian Pavilion One of Top Attractions at Osaka World Expo

    • 15 Oct 2025 6:06 AM

    The Hungarian Pavilion captivated more than one million visitors at the 2025 Osaka World Expo. Statistics show Hungary’s participation was a resounding success, offering a unique interpretation of the Expo’s central theme by focusing on tradition, the harmony between humanity and nature, and the idea of building the future upon the values of the past.

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  • II. Budapest International Film Festival, 25 October - 2 November

    II. Budapest International Film Festival, 25 October - 2 November

    • 14 Oct 2025 5:17 PM

    For nine days this autumn, Budapest welcomes film lovers to celebrate the best of international cinema. Following its successful debut last year, the Budapest International Film Festival (BIFF) returns for nine days of celebration — featuring nearly 40 films and more than 50 screenings at Corvin Cinema.

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  • Important Information for UK Nationals in Hungary on EU’s New Entry/Exit System

    Important Information for UK Nationals in Hungary on EU’s New Entry/Exit System

    • 14 Oct 2025 5:13 PM

    From 12 October 2025, the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin to roll out. This means that when you travel into the Schengen area for short stays, you may need to register your biometric details, such as fingerprints and a photo. You do not need to take any action before you arrive at the border, and there is no cost for EES registration.

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  • H.E. Mr. Justin McKenzie Smith is the New British Ambassador to Hungary

    H.E. Mr. Justin McKenzie Smith is the New British Ambassador to Hungary

    • 14 Oct 2025 4:57 PM

    H.E. Mr. Justin McKenzie Smith, the United Kingdom’s new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary presented his credentials to H.E. Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary at Sándor Palace. In line with diplomatic tradition, he then laid a wreath at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Heroes’ Square. 

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  • RingPay Enters Hungary

    RingPay Enters Hungary

    • 14 Oct 2025 7:02 AM

    Contactless “ring” payments have arrived in Hungary, RingPay, the provider of the new service announced.

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