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Final Main Stage ‘Missing Headliner’ for Sziget Fest in Budapest Announced

16 Apr 2026 2:12 PM

Joining the already confirmed top-tier acts — Zara Larsson, Sombr, Twenty One Pilots, Lewis Capaldi, Florence + the Machine, Skepta, Bring Me the Horizon and Jorja Smith — the festival has now revealed the headline act for its closing day. On 15 August, Skrillex, one of the most influential figures in global club and festival culture, will take to the stage on the so-called “Island of Freedom”.

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Kerekdomb Festival in Tálya, Hungary, 18 - 20 September

16 Apr 2026 1:59 PM

From 18 to 20 September, the gently rolling hills of Tállya will once again transform into a vibrant community space. Those who have attended any of the past ten editions of the Kerekdomb Festival will likely be returning this year, while first-time visitors will find a welcoming atmosphere and a rich line-up of cultural events.

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Why Unanimous Vote at Hungary’s Central Bank Keeps Base Rate Steady

16 Apr 2026 1:07 PM

The Monetary Council of the National Bank of Hungary (NBH) voted unanimously to keep the central bank's base rate on hold at 6.25pc at a meeting in March, minutes released on Wednesday show.

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Netanyahu Invited to Budapest as Magyar Signals Continuity of Friendly Israeli - Hungary Ties

16 Apr 2026 1:04 PM

Hungary's prime minister-elect Peter Magyar has had talks by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and invited him to Budapest, the Israeli foreign ministry said on its website on Wednesday.

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Donald Trump Breaks Silence Following Viktor Orbán’s Election Defeat

16 Apr 2026 12:42 PM

In his first public comments since the Hungarian elections, Donald Trump addressed the defeat of his long-time ally, Viktor Orbán. Speaking with the Italian daily Corriere della Sera two days after the results, the U.S. President offered a mix of praise for Orbán’s past leadership while notably shifting his tone to the past tense.

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20th Anniversary Ultrabalaton, 23 - 26 April

16 Apr 2026 7:32 AM

Europe’s premier lake-circling ultramarathon reaches a major milestone during the last weekend of April, as the NN Ultrabalaton celebrates its 20th anniversary. This year, organizers are preparing for the largest turnout in the event's history, cementing its status as a cornerstone of the Hungarian sporting calendar.

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Cultural Festival: ‘Japanese Days’ in Budapest, 17 – 18 April

16 Apr 2026 7:16 AM

Budapest is set to host a diverse celebration of Japanese heritage this month, as "Japanese Days" brings a mix of traditional and contemporary programs to several venues in the city.

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Magyar to Suspend Public Media in Hungary, Start Several Trillion Forint Spending Schemes

16 Apr 2026 6:16 AM

Hungary's incoming Tisza government will retain all effective existing policies, as outlined in its 240-page platform, Peter Magyar, the party's leader, said in an interview to public media on Wednesday.

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President of Hungary Called 'Unfit for Office' by Magyar as He's Formally Invited to Form Gov't

16 Apr 2026 6:05 AM

Peter Magyar, the leader of the Tisza Party, on Wednesday said President Tamas Sulyok will formally invite him to form the next government. Magyar met the president after Sulyok invited the leaders of the parties with mandates in the new parliament to attend talks at Sandor Palace.

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Update: Veteran MP Hadházy Quits Politics, Leaves Lasting Zebra Campaign Legacy

16 Apr 2026 6:04 AM

Independent MP Ákos Hadházy announced his retirement on Monday. He said on social media that after the voters’ decision he is leaving public life and will continue as a private individual.

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Revamp Expands Car-Free Area at Budapest’s Madách Tér

16 Apr 2026 5:50 AM

Budapest’s Seventh District has begun a full renovation of Madách tér, as part of a renewed push to expand pedestrian areas.

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László Károlyi, President, French-Hungarian Chamber of Commerce & Industry

15 Apr 2026 5:36 PM

Experienced Executive who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of professionals to new levels of success in a variety and highly competitive economic environment. Proven track of high-level negotiation skills, strategical and tactical sense in B2B multicultural and institutional environment too.

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Special Spring Offer at Market1897 Restaurant in Budapest

15 Apr 2026 5:13 PM

The team at Market1897 are excited to introduce their new special, where they bring the atmosphere and flavours of the world’s great markets to the table in Budapest — from Barcelona to Tokyo, from Lisbon to Naples — always inspired by fresh ideas from their kitchen.

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Utilities Price Scheme to be Expanded by Magyar - Meszaros Compared to British Royal Family

15 Apr 2026 12:51 PM

Hungary's incoming Tisza government will retain and expand the regulated utilities price scheme to include firewood, Peter Magyar, the party's leader, said on Wednesday, noting that 1.5 million people rely on it for heating.

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