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  • Beach Volleyball Nations Cup Final Comes to Budapest’s City Park

    Beach Volleyball Nations Cup Final Comes to Budapest’s City Park

    • 3 Jul 2026 8:18 AM

    Budapest will host four days of international beach volleyball from 16–19 July, as the CEV finals. It brings some of Europe’s top national teams to City Park in the capital, offering spectators the chance to watch high-level competition in this open-air setting for free.

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  • Free Folk Dance Series at Várkert Bazár in Budapest this Summer

    Free Folk Dance Series at Várkert Bazár in Budapest this Summer

    • 3 Jul 2026 7:45 AM

    Set in the Neo-Renaissance Garden overlooking the Danube, this summer dance series offers a relaxed and welcoming way to experience traditional Hungarian culture in Budapest. The open-air events are designed for everyone, from experienced folk dancers to complete beginners curious to try something new.

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  • The Night of the Chairlifts in Hungary on 11 July

    The Night of the Chairlifts in Hungary on 11 July

    • 3 Jul 2026 7:11 AM

    Looking for a magical mid-summer adventure? Mark your calendar for Saturday, 11 July, as the annual Night of the Chairlifts (Libegők Éjszakája) returns to Hungary.

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  • Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 2 July

    Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 2 July

    • 2 Jul 2026 3:49 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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  • FLIRT Trains Back in Hungary After Heatwave Failure

    FLIRT Trains Back in Hungary After Heatwave Failure

    • 2 Jul 2026 3:35 PM

    FLIRT trains resumed service on Wednesday morning after extreme heat forced their systems to shut down, Transport and Investment Minister David Vitezy said in a Facebook post.

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  • Savage Celebrates 250th Anniversary of American Independence with Budapest Mayor

    Savage Celebrates 250th Anniversary of American Independence with Budapest Mayor

    • 2 Jul 2026 12:33 PM

    The freedom of the United States also guarantees freedom in Europe, Caroline Savage, the charge d'affaires of the US Embassy in Budapest, said at a commemoration marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, held at a monument to George Washington in Budapest's City Park.

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  • New Poll: 75% of Hungarians Now Back Tisza

    New Poll: 75% of Hungarians Now Back Tisza

    • 2 Jul 2026 12:22 PM

    Commenting on a fresh Median poll published by HVG, PM Magyar said this Wednesday that it is "unprecedented and uplifting" that a "true national unity" has emerged, and three out of four Hungarians now support the Tisza government's work "for a functioning and humane Hungary".

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  • Why Crisis Looms for Hungary's Youth Offender Institutions

    Why Crisis Looms for Hungary's Youth Offender Institutions

    • 2 Jul 2026 12:03 PM

    The operation of youth offender institutions is at risk because there are not enough qualified staff to provide basic care, the child protection section of the Teachers' Union (PSZ) warned in an open letter to government decision-makers.

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  • Large Wildfire Scorches Hungary's Hortobágy National Park

    Large Wildfire Scorches Hungary's Hortobágy National Park

    • 2 Jul 2026 11:53 AM

    A huge grassland fire has broken out in this UNESCO-listed natural area known for its vast puszta steppe and rich wildlife, the National Directorate General for Disaster Management (OKF) said on Wednesday afternoon.

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  • More Dog-Friendly Beaches in Hungary Than Ever as Total Nearly Triples

    More Dog-Friendly Beaches in Hungary Than Ever as Total Nearly Triples

    • 2 Jul 2026 10:34 AM

    Dog-friendly lakeshores and riverside beaches are rapidly gaining popularity, reflecting a noticeable shift in how people travel and spend their leisure time in Hungary.

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  • New Direct Flights Connect Budapest with Saudi Capital Riyadh

    New Direct Flights Connect Budapest with Saudi Capital Riyadh

    • 2 Jul 2026 10:17 AM

    Saudi low-cost carrier flynas has launched its first flight between the two capitals on Wednesday. The service will run three times a week - from early July through the end of September - operating on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays using Airbus A320neo aircraft.

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  • Record-Breaking Heatwave in Hungary Ends With Nationwide Storms

    Record-Breaking Heatwave in Hungary Ends With Nationwide Storms

    • 2 Jul 2026 9:35 AM

    Hungary's recent extreme heatwave finally came to an end as thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong north-westerly winds swept across the country, bringing temperatures down by 8-10°C by Wednesday evening. 

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  • New Water Restriction in Hungary - 'Use Tap Water Only for Essential Purposes'

    New Water Restriction in Hungary - 'Use Tap Water Only for Essential Purposes'

    • 1 Jul 2026 5:00 PM

    Prime Minister Peter Magyarurged everyone to use tap water only for essential purposes over the coming days and to postpone any water use that could wait a few days.

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  • New QS Ranking: How do Hungarian Universities Compare Internationally?

    New QS Ranking: How do Hungarian Universities Compare Internationally?

    • 1 Jul 2026 4:54 PM

    Hungarian universities continue to hold their own internationally, but most slipped down the latest edition of one of the world's leading higher education rankings as competition from Asia continues to intensify.

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