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  • New Variant of Coronavirus Appears in Hungary

    New Variant of Coronavirus Appears in Hungary

    • 29 Jul 2025 11:14 AM

    The new Nimbus variant of the coronavirus has appeared in Hungary, having been detected in sewage water, the National Health Care and Pharmaceutical Centre announced.

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  • Pensioners in Hungary to Get Food Vouchers from State

    Pensioners in Hungary to Get Food Vouchers from State

    • 29 Jul 2025 11:11 AM

    Hungarian pensioners will each get HUF 30,000 of food vouchers by the autumn, Robert Zsigo, a state secretary at the Culture and Innovation Ministry, said in a video message on social media on Monday.

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    Free Concert by Rock/Jazz 'Supergroup' in Buda Castle on 21 August

    • 29 Jul 2025 11:09 AM

    Mandoki Soulmates will once again be giving a free concert in Budapest in connection with the feast of Saint Stephen. The world-famous progressive rock/jazz fusion supergroup will play on the evening of August 21st at the Buda Castle, at Szentháromság Square.

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  • Guest Nights Spent by Foreign Travellers to Hungary Rose Again in June

    Guest Nights Spent by Foreign Travellers to Hungary Rose Again in June

    • 29 Jul 2025 11:07 AM

    Guest nights at commercial and private tourism accommodations in Hungary rose 5.1pc to 4,403,000 in June from the same period a year earlier, supported by the long Pentecost weekend, data released by the Central Statistics Office (KSH) show.

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  • Families With Children Spend More on Communications Services in Hungary

    Families With Children Spend More on Communications Services in Hungary

    • 28 Jul 2025 5:33 PM

    Households with children in Hungary spend more on communications services than those without, primarily due to higher usage levels, according to a survey by the National Media and Communications Authority.

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  • Top 7 + 1 Gyros Spots in Budapest

    Top 7 + 1 Gyros Spots in Budapest

    • 28 Jul 2025 5:09 PM

    Gyros doesn’t always get the credit it deserves — especially after a night out, when it's often grabbed from a less-than-glamorous underpass kiosk. But this Mediterranean street food, when made with care, is surprisingly fresh, hearty, and exactly what you crave on a hot summer day, say the team at WeLoveBudapest.

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  • Why Riding Electric Scooters in Hungary May Cost More Than You Think

    Why Riding Electric Scooters in Hungary May Cost More Than You Think

    • 28 Jul 2025 4:18 PM

    While electric scooters are not involved in an unusually high number of accidents, the severity of the resulting damage can be considerable, according to a recent report by vg.hu, citing data from Allianz Hungária insurance company.

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    Szilvia Bíró, Senior Relocation Specialist, Settlers Relocation Kft.

    • 28 Jul 2025 3:24 PM

    With over 30 years of experience at Settlers Relocation Kft., she has dedicated her career to helping people navigate the complex and deeply personal journey of international relocation.

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  • Hungarian  Gov't Prioritises National Workforce over Foreign Employees?

    Hungarian Gov't Prioritises National Workforce over Foreign Employees?

    • 28 Jul 2025 2:24 PM

    "Let’s Activate the Labour Market Reserve – Hungarian Workers Come First!" This was the clear message from the Ministry for National Economy in a statement sent to MTI on Friday, responding to recent reports by HVG, a respected weekly publication focused on economic issues.

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  • Wendy's Fast-Food Chain Gearing Up for Return to Hungary After 23 Years

    Wendy's Fast-Food Chain Gearing Up for Return to Hungary After 23 Years

    • 28 Jul 2025 12:47 PM

    Wendy’s is preparing to re-enter the Hungarian market after a 23-year hiatus, as the American fast-food chain is actively seeking local franchise partners, Franchising magazine has reported.

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  • 2026 Elections in Hungary to be Expected 'At Earliest Possible Date', Says Orbán

    2026 Elections in Hungary to be Expected 'At Earliest Possible Date', Says Orbán

    • 28 Jul 2025 12:26 PM

    Prime Minister Viktor Orban said "the earliest possible date should be expected concerning next year's election" in the Fight Hour online programme.

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  • Stick to These Official Riverside Spots for Refreshing Danube Dips in Hungary

    Stick to These Official Riverside Spots for Refreshing Danube Dips in Hungary

    • 28 Jul 2025 11:53 AM

    During summer the Danube looks incredibly inviting, but swimming and bathing is only permitted in designated areas - for free. Venturing into the water elsewhere can be not only illegal, but also extremely dangerous - as this article quickly explains.

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  • ICC Refers Hungary to Assembly of States Parties over Failure to Arrest Israeli PM

    ICC Refers Hungary to Assembly of States Parties over Failure to Arrest Israeli PM

    • 28 Jul 2025 11:47 AM

    The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday said Hungary failed to fulfil its obligation under the Rome Statute when it failed to comply with the court’s request concerning the warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s arrest.

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  • International Music Gigs Boost Amount of Travellers to Budapest

    International Music Gigs Boost Amount of Travellers to Budapest

    • 28 Jul 2025 11:35 AM

    Performances by headliners Guns N' Roses, Lionel Richie and Jennifer Lopez lifted turnover at tourism accommodations in the capital during the week of July 14-20, Visit Hungary said.

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