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    • 6 Jan 2026 8:02 AM

    Hungary faces severe winter conditions this week, with temperatures dropping to -19°C, with up to 10cm of snow in some places, and persistent freezing rain.

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    • 6 Jan 2026 7:56 AM

    Suzuki retained its leading position on Hungary's passenger car market in 2025, Magyar Suzuki said.

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    • 6 Jan 2026 7:51 AM

    The National Economy Ministry on Monday said conditions would ease for an interest-free lending scheme for SMEs from January 12.

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  • Events in Venezuela Could Be Favourable for Hungary from Energy Perspective, Says Orbán

    Events in Venezuela Could Be Favourable for Hungary from Energy Perspective, Says Orbán

    • 5 Jan 2026 3:33 PM

    Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said there was a good chance the events in Venezuela could lead to a more favourable situation for Hungary on global energy markets at an international press conference in Budapest.

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  • Top 9 Ice Rinks in Budapest

    Top 9 Ice Rinks in Budapest

    • 5 Jan 2026 11:15 AM

    Here's a quick photo guide from WeLoveBudapest to help you explore the capital's best ice rinks, where you can glide through enchanting ice corridors, twirl on a spacious 1200-square-meter rink, skate amidst Ice Age creatures, or hit the ice dance floor at these exciting locations.

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  • Train Collisions in Hungary: Rail Operator Urges Greater Care from Motorists

    Train Collisions in Hungary: Rail Operator Urges Greater Care from Motorists

    • 5 Jan 2026 10:56 AM

    Due to careless driving and violation of traffic regulations, 57 accidents occurred at railway crossings in 2025, the MÁV group told MTI.

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  • Budapest Mayor Calls for New Compromise Between Capital & Government

    Budapest Mayor Calls for New Compromise Between Capital & Government

    • 5 Jan 2026 10:21 AM

    "A new compromise is needed between Budapest and the provinces and between the capital and the government," Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, said on Facebook.

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  • New Survey: Why Hungarians Oppose Foreign Ownership in Key Industries

    New Survey: Why Hungarians Oppose Foreign Ownership in Key Industries

    • 5 Jan 2026 10:10 AM

    Hungarians are against foreign majority ownership in strategic sectors, the Sovereignty Protection Office said on Friday, referring to findings of a recent survey by its research institute.

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  • Hungarian Presidential Residence in Budapest to be Sold at Auction

    Hungarian Presidential Residence in Budapest to be Sold at Auction

    • 5 Jan 2026 9:35 AM

    The state is selling the presidential residence on Béla Király út in Budapest’s 12tth District, together with the adjoining land, for Ft 28.3 billion, according to an advertisement published by the state asset manager MNV.

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  • Premium Festival: Jazz Celebration in Budapest, 27 June -  5 July

    Premium Festival: Jazz Celebration in Budapest, 27 June - 5 July

    • 5 Jan 2026 9:25 AM

    Hungary's only premium jazz festival, which is gaining increasing prominence in the international music scene. The event not only brings global trends to local audiences but also spotlights Hungary's jazz elite for foreign professionals and enthusiasts.

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  • Marsh Lands in Budapest at Akvárium Klub on 30 January

    Marsh Lands in Budapest at Akvárium Klub on 30 January

    • 5 Jan 2026 8:11 AM

    One of the standout talents of the melodic house scene, Thomas Marshall – better known as Marsh – is famous for his streams recorded in breath-taking locations, each of which attracts millions of viewers.

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  • Sziámi Isolated Recalls the Songs of Joy Division, Dürer Kert Budapest on 6 March

    Sziámi Isolated Recalls the Songs of Joy Division, Dürer Kert Budapest on 6 March

    • 5 Jan 2026 7:52 AM

    Sziámi Isolated — the band founded by Péter Müller in tribute to Joy Division — will bring the legendary group’s magical repertoire back to life for one night only on March 6th at Dürer Kert.

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  • Special William Blake Exhibition at Fine Arts Museum

    Special William Blake Exhibition at Fine Arts Museum

    • 5 Jan 2026 6:55 AM

    On display until 11 January. For the first time in Hungary, an exhibition of the works of poet and painter William Blake is on show. The exhibition titled The Marriage of Heaven and Hell - William Blake and His Contemporaries is open to the public from this Friday at the magnificent Fine Arts Museum.

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  • Van Gogh Exhibition in Budapest: The Immersive Experience

    Van Gogh Exhibition in Budapest: The Immersive Experience

    • 5 Jan 2026 6:45 AM

    Extended until 3 May. One of the world's most popular multimedia art experiences, the Van Gogh - The Immersive Experience, has arrived in Hungary. ​​​​​​The production opens in the BOK Hall in Budapest on the 2nd of February and awaits visitors until the 1st of September.

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