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Alcohol-Free Drinks in Hungary Increasingly Popular - Saying No to Alcohol Now Not Awkward
- 24 Dec 2025 7:59 AM
- food & drink
In Hungary, the social landscape around drinking is undergoing a noticeable shift. What was once a culture heavily centered on traditional spirits and beer is increasingly making room for those who prefer to stay dry.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Close to One-Fourth of Hungary's E-Commerce is with Chinese Platforms
- 18 Dec 2025 4:17 PM
- shopping
Imports, mostly from China, made up 24pc of e-commerce in Hungary in 2025, research by consultancy PwC Hungary shows.
Half of Hungarians Now Use Artificial Intelligence when Shopping to Search for Products
- 17 Dec 2025 11:21 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- shopping
Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly decisive role in online shopping, with nearly half of Hungarian consumers already using AI tools when making purchases, according to a new survey by Árukereső.hu.
Investigation Started After Thousands Complain About Missing Packages & Late Deliveries in Hungary
- 17 Dec 2025 10:48 AM
- shopping
The Public Administration and Regional Development Ministry on Tuesday said it initiated a probe after thousands of Hungarians complained that packages ordered for Christmas had not arrived or came late.
Surge in Risky Shopping Orders Prompts Stricter Package Inspections in Hungary
- 10 Dec 2025 1:51 PM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- shopping
The consumer protection authority NKFH and the tax authority NAV recently inspected 500 packages ordered online from third countries at Budapest Airport and found that 60% were unsafe, according to a joint statement.
About You Sanctioned by Watchdog in Hungary for Unfair Business Practices
- 20 Nov 2025 5:35 AM
- shopping
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) on Wednesday said it ordered the Hamburg-based operator of online retailer About You to pay a fine and offer several hundred thousand Hungarians compensation for unfair business practices.
Google Investigated in Hungary for Failing to Screen Fake Bank Sites Ads
- 18 Nov 2025 3:42 PM
- tech
The Competition Authority (GVH) has opened proceedings against Google, suspecting that the firm failed to screen phishing adverts on its Google Ads platform since March 15.
New Law to Push Up Shopping Costs in Hungary from October
- 26 Sep 2025 8:48 AM
- shopping
From October, shopping in Hungary will become more expensive as waste management fees rise again. A new decree from the Energy Minister introduces higher costs for manufacturers across several product categories, which are expected to be passed directly on to consumers.
Alcohol-Free Drinks in Hungary Increasingly Popular - Saying No to Alcohol Now Not Awkward
- 24 Dec 2025 7:59 AM
- food & drink
In Hungary, the social landscape around drinking is undergoing a noticeable shift. What was once a culture heavily centered on traditional spirits and beer is increasingly making room for those who prefer to stay dry.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Close to One-Fourth of Hungary's E-Commerce is with Chinese Platforms
- 18 Dec 2025 4:17 PM
- shopping
Imports, mostly from China, made up 24pc of e-commerce in Hungary in 2025, research by consultancy PwC Hungary shows.
Half of Hungarians Now Use Artificial Intelligence when Shopping to Search for Products
- 17 Dec 2025 11:21 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- shopping
Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly decisive role in online shopping, with nearly half of Hungarian consumers already using AI tools when making purchases, according to a new survey by Árukereső.hu.
Investigation Started After Thousands Complain About Missing Packages & Late Deliveries in Hungary
- 17 Dec 2025 10:48 AM
- shopping
The Public Administration and Regional Development Ministry on Tuesday said it initiated a probe after thousands of Hungarians complained that packages ordered for Christmas had not arrived or came late.
Surge in Risky Shopping Orders Prompts Stricter Package Inspections in Hungary
- 10 Dec 2025 1:51 PM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- shopping
The consumer protection authority NKFH and the tax authority NAV recently inspected 500 packages ordered online from third countries at Budapest Airport and found that 60% were unsafe, according to a joint statement.
About You Sanctioned by Watchdog in Hungary for Unfair Business Practices
- 20 Nov 2025 5:35 AM
- shopping
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) on Wednesday said it ordered the Hamburg-based operator of online retailer About You to pay a fine and offer several hundred thousand Hungarians compensation for unfair business practices.
Google Investigated in Hungary for Failing to Screen Fake Bank Sites Ads
- 18 Nov 2025 3:42 PM
- tech
The Competition Authority (GVH) has opened proceedings against Google, suspecting that the firm failed to screen phishing adverts on its Google Ads platform since March 15.
New Law to Push Up Shopping Costs in Hungary from October
- 26 Sep 2025 8:48 AM
- shopping
From October, shopping in Hungary will become more expensive as waste management fees rise again. A new decree from the Energy Minister introduces higher costs for manufacturers across several product categories, which are expected to be passed directly on to consumers.