• SMART EXPATS LOOK HERE
  • 08 Jun 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
      • No More Foreign Guest Workers Allowed in Hungary from Certain Countries
      • New in business

        No More Foreign Guest Workers Allowed in Hungary from Certain Countries
      • Teachers' Day in Hungary, Creation of Real Child-Centred Education System Revealed
      • New in community & culture

        Teachers' Day in Hungary, Creation of Real Child-Centred Education System Revealed
      • Police Chief in Budapest Fired by New Interior Minister
      • New in current affairs

        Police Chief in Budapest Fired by New Interior Minister
      • The Art of Music Tour 26: Esztergom Basilica, 4 July
      • New in entertainment

        The Art of Music Tour 26: Esztergom Basilica, 4 July
      • Fitch Affirms Hungary 'BBB' Rating with Negative Outlook
      • New in finance

        Fitch Affirms Hungary 'BBB' Rating with Negative Outlook
      • ‘White Wines, Colorful Culture’: Wine Days in Tokaj, 5 – 6 June
      • New in food & drink

        ‘White Wines, Colorful Culture’: Wine Days in Tokaj, 5 – 6 June
      • K Bridge in Budapest to be Reconstructed After Sziget Festival
      • New in getting around

        K Bridge in Budapest to be Reconstructed After Sziget Festival
      • Metallica Fans Help Save Thousands of Lives in Hungary
      • New in health & wellness

        Metallica Fans Help Save Thousands of Lives in Hungary
      • Increase in Housing Market Risks in Hungary Flagged by Central Bank
      • New in property

        Increase in Housing Market Risks in Hungary Flagged by Central Bank
      • Scan & Go shopping in Hungary Launched by Lidl in Budapest test scheme
      • New in shopping

        Scan & Go shopping in Hungary Launched by Lidl in Budapest test scheme
      • WhiskyNet Hungary Insight: Nordes - A Taste of Atlantic Galicia
      • New in specials

        WhiskyNet Hungary Insight: Nordes - A Taste of Atlantic Galicia
      • Generali Night Run in Budapest, 29 August
      • New in sport

        Generali Night Run in Budapest, 29 August
      • Watchdog in Hungary Winds Up Google Ads Phishing Probe
      • New in tech

        Watchdog in Hungary Winds Up Google Ads Phishing Probe
      • Direct Flights Between Budapest & Toronto Take Off Again After 7 Years
      • New in travel

        Direct Flights Between Budapest & Toronto Take Off Again After 7 Years
      • The Art of Music Tour 26: Esztergom Basilica, 4 July
      • New in video

        The Art of Music Tour 26: Esztergom Basilica, 4 July
  • calendar
  • directory
  • interviews
  • movies
  • news
  • SEARCH
BREAKING
  • Scan & Go shopping in Hungary Launched by Lidl in Budapest test scheme
  • The Art of Music Tour 26: Esztergom Basilica, 4 July
  • Teachers' Day in Hungary, Creation of Real Child-Centred Education System Revealed
  • Fat Freddy’s Drop Brings Their Based on a True Story Anniversary Tour to Budapest
  • Police Chief in Budapest Fired by New Interior Minister
  • Fitch Affirms Hungary 'BBB' Rating with Negative Outlook
  • Direct Flights Between Budapest & Toronto Take Off Again After 7 Years
  • Pride Month in Budapest Starts 5 June - LGBTQ+ Community Festival & Film Days
  • Insider Opinion: Does Orban Still Have it in Him to Lead & Revive Fidesz?
  • National Parks Week Starts in Hungary
  • No More Foreign Guest Workers Allowed in Hungary from Certain Countries
  • Review of Teachers' Performance Appraisal System in Hungary Gets Under Way
  • Update: CEOs of Public Media in Hungary Asked to Quit Due to Proven Bias Against Tisza
  • European Investment Bank to be Far More Active in Hungary
  • Budapest Wagner Days, Palace of Arts Budapest, 5 - 30 June
  • Sameday Courier Exits Hungary: Over 1,000 Easybox Lockers to Be Dismantled
  • Major Expansion by Ryanair in Budapest
  • ‘White Wines, Colorful Culture’: Wine Days in Tokaj, 5 – 6 June
  • Metallica Fans Help Save Thousands of Lives in Hungary
  • WhiskyNet Hungary Insight: Nordes - A Taste of Atlantic Galicia
  • 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
  • Multilingual Film Producer Appointed Prime Minister's Chief of Staff in Hungary

    Multilingual Film Producer Appointed Prime Minister's Chief of Staff in Hungary

    • 27 May 2026 5:59 AM

    Claudia Sümeghy, an economist specialising in international relations and a film producer, has been appointed the prime minister's chief of staff, the PM announced in a Facebook post on Tuesday.

    More >>
  • Central Bank Base Rate in Hungary Kept Unchanged at 6.25%

    Central Bank Base Rate in Hungary Kept Unchanged at 6.25%

    • 27 May 2026 5:50 AM

    The Monetary Council of the National Bank of Hungary (NBH) decided to leave the central bank base rate unchanged at 6.25pc at a monthly policy meeting on Tuesday.

    More >>
  • Economic Potential of AI in Hungary is 6-7% of GDP Reports McKinsey

    Economic Potential of AI in Hungary is 6-7% of GDP Reports McKinsey

    • 27 May 2026 5:33 AM

    An analysis by McKinsey and Company puts the value of automation potential from adopting artificial intelligence at 6-7pc of Hungary's GDP, or at least EUR 15bn, by 2030.

    More >>
  • Special Security Measures Revealed for Champions League Final in Budapest

    Special Security Measures Revealed for Champions League Final in Budapest

    • 27 May 2026 5:19 AM

    Nearly 4,000 police officers will be on duty to ensure public safety on the day of Saturday’s UEFA Champions League final in Budapest, Zoltan Janos Kuczik, the deputy of the national police chief said on Tuesday.

    More >>
  • STRAND Festival, Zamárdi, 20 - 22 August

    STRAND Festival, Zamárdi, 20 - 22 August

    • 26 May 2026 6:32 PM

    As the Hungarian summer landscape winds down, music lovers look to Lake Balaton for the ultimate seasonal send-off.

    More >>
  • Surprising Expats: Juan Blasco, Long-Distance Runner, Teacher in Hungary

    Surprising Expats: Juan Blasco, Long-Distance Runner, Teacher in Hungary

    • 26 May 2026 5:25 PM

    This is part of a series of in-depth interviews with some of the most surprising members of the expat community in Hungary, written by Marion Merrick.

    More >>
  • Surprising Expats: Lina Chilra, Singer in Budapest

    Surprising Expats: Lina Chilra, Singer in Budapest

    • 26 May 2026 5:09 PM

    This is part of a series of in-depth interviews with some of the most surprising members of the expat community in Hungary, written by Marion Merrick.

    More >>
  • Sting 3.0, MVM Dome Budapest, 18 June

    Sting 3.0, MVM Dome Budapest, 18 June

    • 26 May 2026 4:17 PM

    17-time Grammy Award winning artist STING has added new concerts to his highly revered “STING 3.0” World Tour, including Budapest on Thursday, June 18 at MVM Dome.  

    More >>
  • Moby Returns to Budapest on 1 August

    Moby Returns to Budapest on 1 August

    • 26 May 2026 3:32 PM

    A pioneer of electronic music and one of the most influential figures in contemporary culture, Moby will return to Hungary after 15 years - bringing a completely new live experience to Budapest on August 1, 2026.

    More >>
  • Placebo 30th Anniversary Tour, Budapest, 13 November

    Placebo 30th Anniversary Tour, Budapest, 13 November

    • 26 May 2026 3:31 PM

    The cult British band is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their debut album this year. To mark the occasion, they have announced a reworked version of the record titled Placebo RE:CREATED, as well as an anniversary tour focusing on songs from Placebo and Without You I’m Nothing. Brian Molko and his band will return to Budapest after 10 years, performing on November 13 at Budapest Arena.

    More >>
  • Treason Allegations Aimed at New Deputy PM of Hungary in 'Unsigned Letter' Rebuffed

    Treason Allegations Aimed at New Deputy PM of Hungary in 'Unsigned Letter' Rebuffed

    • 26 May 2026 1:58 PM

    Ministers of the previous government, who "betrayed the homeland and Hungarians for years" have now "accused the deputy prime minister of treason", Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Facebook on Monday, reacting to an open, unsigned letter from the former officials to Anita Orban.

    More >>
  • Head of Hungarian Tennis Federation Resigns

    Head of Hungarian Tennis Federation Resigns

    • 26 May 2026 1:49 PM

    János Lázár has announced that he will step down as president of the Hungarian Tennis Federation, with his resignation taking effect on May 29.

    More >>
  • ICC Welcomes  Hungary's U-Turn on Withdrawing from International Criminal Court

    ICC Welcomes Hungary's U-Turn on Withdrawing from International Criminal Court

    • 26 May 2026 7:14 AM

    The Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP) on Monday welcomed the decision of the new Hungarian government to reverse Hungary's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the termination of the court's statute and the agreement on the privileges and immunities of the court.

    More >>
  • Update: New Gov't Reversing Hungary's Withdrawal from International Criminal Court

    Update: New Gov't Reversing Hungary's Withdrawal from International Criminal Court

    • 26 May 2026 7:07 AM

    The government is reversing Hungary's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) and revokes the termination of the court's statute and the agreement on the privileges and immunities of the court, in line with government resolutions published in the official government gazette on Friday.

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

CHANNEL SPONSOR

Popular

stuff readers love
  • Insider’s Guides: Top Sights, Key Landmarks & Best Attractions in Budapest
  • Ultimate Expat Guide to Budapest: Part 3 - Getting Around
  • Quick Guide to Top Lists Series of Inspiration for Expats in Hungary
  • Guide to Top Interviews on XpatLoop.com What Do You See When You Google Yourself?
  • See What Happened: Xpat Charity Gala ‘25 - Bonfire Night Celebration in Budapest
  • Job Opportunity: Content Manager @ XpatLoop.com
  • Food Bank Budapest: Expats Help Refugees

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
  • Scan & Go shopping in Hungary Launched by Lidl in Budapest test scheme
  • Direct Flights Between Budapest & Toronto Take Off Again After 7 Years
  • Top Summer Festivals in Hungary – Ultimate Guide for 2026
  • Update: Train Insight: MAV Finds Solution to Cope with Summer Traffic to Balaton
  • Drinking Regulations: Surprisingly Strict Rules on Alcohol in Budapest Explained
  • Insider's Guide: Exploring Hungary’s 10 Amazing National Parks
  • TaxiTrack: New App to Promote Safer Taxi Services in Budapest
  • XpatLoop.com was developed by MOON42 RDI Ltd.

    XpatLoop.com
    was developed by
    MOON42 RDI Ltd.

About xpatloop

Hungary's Expat Community Portal, Since 2000

"We are all one", yet there are barriers to unity such as nationality, language, culture, tradition, and so on. Xpatloop seeks to facilitate a better understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of life in Hungary for expats and locals alike. As a portal we share news, views & information - from a wide range of sources - to enhance cooperation between people, companies and organisations operating in expat related circles.

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