• SMART EXPATS LOOK HERE
  • 29 Aug 2026
  • NEWSLETTER

CHANNEL SHORTCUTS / SPONSORS

  • channels
      • business community & culture current affairs entertainment finance food & drink getting around health & wellness property shopping specials sport tech travel video
      • Jobless Insights: Unemployment Rate in Hungary Reaches 4.5%
      • New in business

        Jobless Insights: Unemployment Rate in Hungary Reaches 4.5%
      • Mohacs 500: Anniversary in Hungary on 29 August
      • New in community & culture

        Mohacs 500: Anniversary in Hungary on 29 August
      • Ultimatum to Businesses by PM: Voluntarily Repay Orbán-Era Spoils
      • New in current affairs

        Ultimatum to Businesses by PM: Voluntarily Repay Orbán-Era Spoils
      • Meet Judit Polgár at Her Global Chess Festival in Budapest
      • New in entertainment

        Meet Judit Polgár at Her Global Chess Festival in Budapest
      • Base Rate Cut by NBH as Inflation Undershoots Forecasts
      • New in finance

        Base Rate Cut by NBH as Inflation Undershoots Forecasts
      • Fresh Features at 35th Budapest Wine Festival, 9 - 12 September
      • New in food & drink

        Fresh Features at 35th Budapest Wine Festival, 9 - 12 September
      • Major New Cycle Path Network in Hungary & EuroVelo Development Announced
      • New in getting around

        Major New Cycle Path Network in Hungary & EuroVelo Development Announced
      • 2nd Level Heat Warning in Hungary - Thursday to Sunday
      • New in health & wellness

        2nd Level Heat Warning in Hungary - Thursday to Sunday
      • Property Hotspots in Hungary for Foreign Buyers Revealed by NBH
      • New in property

        Property Hotspots in Hungary for Foreign Buyers Revealed by NBH
      • Find Socialist-Era Treasures at Memento Park’s First Retro Market
      • New in shopping

        Find Socialist-Era Treasures at Memento Park’s First Retro Market
      • Britannica International School, Budapest Joins Ariston Education Global Network Of Schools
      • New in specials

        Britannica International School, Budapest Joins Ariston Education Global Network Of Schools
      • Record Entries Expected for Balaton Cross-Swim ‘26
      • New in sport

        Record Entries Expected for Balaton Cross-Swim ‘26
      • AI Summit Budapest: Central Europe’s Biggest AI Conference Expands
      • New in tech

        AI Summit Budapest: Central Europe’s Biggest AI Conference Expands
      • Autumn Launch Announced for Budapest-Belgrade Passenger Rail Link
      • New in travel

        Autumn Launch Announced for Budapest-Belgrade Passenger Rail Link
      • Mohacs 500: Anniversary in Hungary on 29 August
      • New in video

        Mohacs 500: Anniversary in Hungary on 29 August
  • calendar
  • directory
  • interviews
  • movies
  • news
  • SEARCH
BREAKING
  • Britannica International School, Budapest Joins Ariston Education Global Network Of Schools
  • Mohacs 500: Anniversary in Hungary on 29 August
  • Fresh Features at 35th Budapest Wine Festival, 9 - 12 September
  • Jobless Insights: Unemployment Rate in Hungary Reaches 4.5%
  • Britannica Marks Another Year of Excellent A-Level and IGCSE Results
  • Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 27 August
  • Cultural Celebrations to Mark 500th Anniversary of Fateful Battle in Mohács
  • Business & Consumer Confidence Ease in Hungary - GKI
  • Minimum Old-Age Pension in Hungary to Rise Significantly
  • Meet Judit Polgár at Her Global Chess Festival in Budapest
  • Brain Bar Budapest: 'Europe’s Festival on the Future', 17-18 September
  • AI Summit Budapest: Central Europe’s Biggest AI Conference Expands
  • White Mask, Stetson & Distorted Pop - Milo Korbenski to Make His Budapest Debut
  • Property Hotspots in Hungary for Foreign Buyers Revealed by NBH
  • European Stand-Up Festival in Budapest, 11 - 13 September
  • Ultimatum to Businesses by PM: Voluntarily Repay Orbán-Era Spoils
  • Analysis: Home Prices in Hungary Climb - Market at a Turning Point?
  • Updated: Gripen Fighter Crashes in Hungary, Pilot Flown to Hospital
  • Budapest Zoo Hosts 'Night of Zoos' with Special Programs Tonight
  • Base Rate Cut by NBH as Inflation Undershoots Forecasts
  • Enjoy More
MENU

FEATURES

  • calendar
  • directory
  • interviews
  • movies
  • news

CHANNELS

  • business
  • community & culture
  • current affairs
  • entertainment
  • finance
  • food & drink
  • getting around
  • health & wellness
  • property
  • shopping
  • specials
  • sport
  • tech
  • travel
  • video

Newsletter

CHANNEL SPONSORS

news & more

  • Home
  • News & More Channel
  • Private Fund Associated with Hungarian Oligarch Returns Billions to Central Budget

    Private Fund Associated with Hungarian Oligarch Returns Billions to Central Budget

    • 10 Aug 2026 11:18 AM

    Prime Tech, a private fund associated with businessman Lőrinc Mészáros, has repaid nearly 2.3 billion forints (EUR 6.3m) to the central budget in wake of a probe into a project concerning the electronic toll system, Dávid Vitézy, the minister of transport and investment, said in a Facebook post on Saturday.

    More >>
  • Extra Suburban Rail Services to Run in Budapest During Sziget Festival

    Extra Suburban Rail Services to Run in Budapest During Sziget Festival

    • 10 Aug 2026 11:11 AM

    The MAV railway group will operate extra services for the Sziget Festival, the company told MTI.

    More >>
  • 'Mood of Catastrophe' Blamed for Slow Ticket Sales by Sziget Founder

    'Mood of Catastrophe' Blamed for Slow Ticket Sales by Sziget Founder

    • 10 Aug 2026 10:27 AM

    Sziget Festival founder Karoly Gerendai has vowed that there will be no power or water shortages at this year's event.

    More >>
  • Hungarian Currency Celebrates 80 Years - Surprising Origins of the Forint

    Hungarian Currency Celebrates 80 Years - Surprising Origins of the Forint

    • 10 Aug 2026 9:55 AM

    The name of Hungary's official currency was born in the aftermath of one of history's most devastating episodes of hyperinflation.

    More >>
  • Certain Animals to be Banned from Circus Performances in Hungary

    Certain Animals to be Banned from Circus Performances in Hungary

    • 10 Aug 2026 9:37 AM

    The government will introduce a ban on acquiring, breeding, keeping, training, displaying or using specified wild animal species and hybrids in circus performances from Jan 1 2027, government spokeswoman Eva Magyar said.

    More >>
  • Free Event: Citadella Sunset Session with Bohéme Acoustic, 23 August

    Free Event: Citadella Sunset Session with Bohéme Acoustic, 23 August

    • 10 Aug 2026 9:31 AM

    At the next evening of these sunset sessions up in Budapest’s Citadella, Bohème Acoustic will create an amazing atmosphere

    More >>
  • Updated: Yet Another Heat Record Broken in Hungary

    Updated: Yet Another Heat Record Broken in Hungary

    • 10 Aug 2026 8:50 AM

    On Aug 3, the temperature in southern Budapest dropped to just 26.8 degrees Celsius at dawn, surpassing the previous national record of 25.1C, measured in 2017, weather service HungaroMet reported on Tuesday.

    More >>
  • 'Meet the Teacher' at BISB: Sarah Che

    'Meet the Teacher' at BISB: Sarah Che

    • 7 Aug 2026 10:33 AM

    As the British International School Budapest prepares for another exciting school year, they are welcoming a number of talented new teachers to their school community - including Sarah a new Economics teacher.

    More >>
  • Free Outdoor Concert by Budapest Festival Orchestra Welcomes New Season

    Free Outdoor Concert by Budapest Festival Orchestra Welcomes New Season

    • 7 Aug 2026 10:08 AM

    Ivan Fischer and the Budapest Festival Orchestra (BFO) will give a free open-air concert at Heroes' Square on the evening of Sept 12 to open the autumn season, the orchestra said in a statement.

    More >>
  • Heavy Loss for Wizz Air After Expansion Gamble

    Heavy Loss for Wizz Air After Expansion Gamble

    • 7 Aug 2026 9:51 AM

    Wizz Air reported an after-tax loss of €198.6 million in the second quarter, compared with a profit of €39.3 million a year earlier, as rapid capacity expansion and higher fuel costs pressured profitability.

    More >>
  • Retail Sales in Hungary Rise Again

    Retail Sales in Hungary Rise Again

    • 7 Aug 2026 8:12 AM

    Shopping in Hungary remained on an upward trend in June, with retail sales rising 4.0% year-on-year, according to new figures released by the Central Statistics Office (KSH).

    More >>
  • Neighbours Falsely Blamed for Hungary's Record-Low Danube - Water Authority Explains

    Neighbours Falsely Blamed for Hungary's Record-Low Danube - Water Authority Explains

    • 7 Aug 2026 8:06 AM

    The National Water Authority (OVF) on Saturday refuted several statements regarding the Danube’s record-low water levels, saying it was untrue that "upstream countries" are holding back the river's water.

    More >>
  • New AI Hub in Hungary Helps Users Navigate Risks & Report Deepfake Abuse

    New AI Hub in Hungary Helps Users Navigate Risks & Report Deepfake Abuse

    • 7 Aug 2026 7:34 AM

    Hungary's government has launched a new website designed to answer questions about artificial intelligence and allow users to report potential AI-related rights violations.

    More >>
  • Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 6 August

    Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 6 August

    • 6 Aug 2026 3:25 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.

    More >>
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8(current)
  • 9
  • 10

CHANNEL SPONSOR

Popular

stuff readers love
  • Insider’s Guides: Top Sights, Key Landmarks & Best Attractions in Budapest
  • Handy Guide: Top Lists Collection of Inspiration for Expats in Hungary
  • See What Happened: Xpat Charity Gala ‘25 - Bonfire Night Celebration in Budapest
  • Handy Guide: Top Interviews on XpatLoop - Stand Out on Google
  • Insider Tips: Top 10 Ways to Enjoy More of Expat Life in Budapest
  • Ultimate Expat Guide to Budapest: Part 6 - Healthcare in Hungary
  • Real Unicum Secrets: Insightful Interview With Sándor Zwack

Newsletter

get in & enjoy more!

XpatLoop’s newsletter contains a hand-picked selection of fresh news, special invitations, events, movies, and more.

I understand & accept the Privacy Policy

Practical

news you can use
  • VRG Insight: Accounting as a Tool for Security & Better Decisions
  • Insider’s Guide: Budapest’s Annual Junk Collection System - Lomtalanítás
  • 2nd Level Heat Warning in Hungary - Thursday to Sunday
  • Is Budapest Tap Water Really 'Excellent' Quality? - A Definitive Answer
  • Top 5 Amazing Caves in Budapest for Cool Underground Adventures
  • Insider’s Guide: How to Handle Sick Leave in Hungary
  • Top 12 + 1 Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Hungary
  • XpatLoop.com was developed by MOON42 RDI Ltd.

    XpatLoop.com
    was developed by
    MOON42 RDI Ltd.

About xpatloop

Hungary’s Premier Lifestyle Portal in English

Thanks for sharing a moment here, together with the largest international community in Hungary. You're in good company with 1000's of expats + top local readers of 25-year-old XpatLoop, who all enjoy more!

Quality Companies Partner With XpatLoop.com
As an independent portal we’re grateful to all commercial supporters who help us to keep you updated with fresh insights & inspiration. Partner with us to reach tens of thousands of potential high-value customers for you - just reach out by email for details.

Contact Info

  • Email: info@xpatloop.com

  • XpatLoop.com is powered by experienced expats, and locals in the loop. XpatLoop readers include both valuable expats and high-level locals in decision making positions. We refer to this inclusive and cosmopolitan group of internationally-minded folks as the Xpat Community.
Copyright © 2000 - 2026 XpatLoop.com. All Rights Reserved. Copyright Liability Privacy