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  • 'Shocking, Outrageous’ Conditions Exposed in Hungarian Children’s Homes

    'Shocking, Outrageous’ Conditions Exposed in Hungarian Children’s Homes

    • 24 Aug 2026 8:25 AM

    The recently uncovered events in children's homes are "shocking and outrageous", Judit Dioszegi of the Tisza Party, the chair of the parliamentary committee investigating the systemic crisis in child protection, said on Facebook.

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  • Update: Gov't to Turn to NAV, Police Over 4iG audit

    Update: Gov't to Turn to NAV, Police Over 4iG audit

    • 24 Aug 2026 8:12 AM

    The government will turn to the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office, tax authority NAV, the police and the prosecutor's office in connection with its audit of telco 4iG, the economy and energy affairs minister said on Facebook.

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    Judas Priest, Budapest Sportaréna, 1 September

    • 24 Aug 2026 6:55 AM

    Judas Priest is one of the forefathers of heavy metal, tirelessly storming the biggest stages even after nearly 60 years. The legendary band is touring Europe this summer with their Faithkeepers tour, and on September 1, the band will roll into Budapest to rock Budapest Arena once again with their rock anthems.

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  • Repertoire of Spectacular Musical Fountain on Margaret Island in Budapest

    Repertoire of Spectacular Musical Fountain on Margaret Island in Budapest

    • 23 Aug 2026 2:57 PM

    The popular Musical Fountain on Margaret Island welcomes visitors with a free open-air experience combining water, music, and lights until October. Just like in previous years, the programme features a diverse musical selection designed for both children and adults.

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  • Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 19 August

    Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 19 August

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:55 PM

    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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  • 2nd Level Heat Warning in Hungary - Thursday to Sunday

    2nd Level Heat Warning in Hungary - Thursday to Sunday

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:48 PM

    The chief medical officer has declared a second-level heat alert for the entire country from midnight on Thursday until midnight on Sunday, based on the latest forecast from weather service HungaroMet.

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  • Long-Term Water Crisis Warning in Hungary - 'Desert-Like Conditions'?

    Long-Term Water Crisis Warning in Hungary - 'Desert-Like Conditions'?

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:47 PM

    Hungary must prepare for a long-term water shortage as climate change and increasingly dry conditions place growing pressure on the country's water resources, Environment Minister Laszlo Gajdos has warned.

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  • Police Now Investigating Reports of Drink Spiking at Sziget Festival

    Police Now Investigating Reports of Drink Spiking at Sziget Festival

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:42 PM

    Budapest police have launched a criminal investigation following reports that multiple people - many of them allegedly young women - became seriously unwell during a huge DJ event at Sziget Festival on Óbuda Island.

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  • Watch: András Baka Elected President of Hungary - Who is He?

    Watch: András Baka Elected President of Hungary - Who is He?

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:38 PM

    Parliament elected Andras Baka as President of the Republic. Baka, the candidate of the ruling Tisza Party, was elected head of state with 140 votes in favour and 6 against in a secret ballot.

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  • Enjoy Sky High Celebrations at The Duchess Budapest on 20 August

    Enjoy Sky High Celebrations at The Duchess Budapest on 20 August

    • 19 Aug 2026 1:24 PM

    A special menu, celebratory cocktails and unparalleled views await guests at The Duchess on 20 August.

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  • Zemplén Festival,  Until 23 August

    Zemplén Festival, Until 23 August

    • 19 Aug 2026 11:05 AM

    The 35th Zemplén Festival offers a diverse programme of classical, jazz, world, folk, theatre, literary, and family events across 40 venues in 25 settlements in the Tokaj-Hegyalja and Zemplén regions in north-eastern Hungary.

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  • Experience Cinema History at Budapest's Classic Film Marathon

    Experience Cinema History at Budapest's Classic Film Marathon

    • 19 Aug 2026 9:24 AM

    Film lovers in Budapest can see 100 restored classics on the big screen this September, including the original Puskás version of The Match of the Century, David Bowie in The Hunger, and a newly restored film of Queen's legendary 1986 Budapest concert.

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  • Find Socialist-Era Treasures at Memento Park’s First Retro Market

    Find Socialist-Era Treasures at Memento Park’s First Retro Market

    • 19 Aug 2026 8:10 AM

    Here's a great chance for expats to own pieces of Hungary’s past at the first-ever Retro Day at Memento Park on August 30. 

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  • ‘System to Siphon Off Public Funds’ Run by Orbán Gov’t? - Database Goes Public

    ‘System to Siphon Off Public Funds’ Run by Orbán Gov’t? - Database Goes Public

    • 19 Aug 2026 7:16 AM

    Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Tuesday accused the previous Orban government of having built "a system to siphon off public funds".

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