The Mathias Corvinus Collegium is expanding its Roma Talent Programme, offering long-term educational support, mentoring, and scholarships to Roma high school and university students. Applications for the free programme are open until 10 August.
This year’s Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix, held on the first weekend of August, will be entirely cashless. Festipay will manage all on-site payments with contactless terminals, offering fans a faster and safer experience at the Hungaroring.
Hungary and China are set to establish a joint research and testing centre for smart vehicles and energy storage in Zalaegerszeg. The project, involving major Chinese partners, will support global markets and expand Hungary’s role in green innovation.
The ‘Stop Killing Games’ campaign is gaining traction across Europe, with over 1.2 million signatures demanding legislation to preserve access to purchased games. Industry pushback is only strengthening supporters’ resolve to fight for digital ownership rights.
A state-of-the-art supercomputer designed for artificial intelligence research has been installed at the University of Szeged, marking a major step in Hungary’s digital innovation strategy and boosting its global presence in AI development.
From September, drivers in Hungary will save around 2 billion forints annually as the government eliminates the online convenience fee for motorway toll stickers, aiming to clean up the market and reduce hidden costs in digital services.
Every Hungarian student returned with a medal from the 10th Central European Olympiad in Astronomy and Astrophysics held in Slovenia. Their success highlights Hungary’s strong presence in international scientific competitions.
Hungarian political director Balázs Orbán rebuked Ukraine’s deputy PM, stressing that EU accession is not automatic and requires unanimous approval—responding to Kyiv’s claim that Hungary cannot block the start of membership talks.
Hungarian researchers have used AI-inspired mathematical models to explore how human memory works. Their study shows that surprising experiences play a uniquely important role in learning, challenging older theories about what the brain should remember.
Miklós Szánthó, head of the Center for Fundamental Rights, claims Hungary’s right-wing government is under coordinated attack from a globalist elite that sees the 2026 elections as crucial for pushing Ukraine’s EU accession and centralizing power in Brussels.
A severe storm swept through Hungary on Monday, triggering more than 2,200 emergency fire service responses by early evening. The worst-hit areas included Budapest, Pest, and several counties in southern and eastern Hungary.
Hungary’s government renewed its strategic partnership with the national Civil Guard, aiming to strengthen rural life, enhance public safety, and support environmental protection efforts across the countryside, the agriculture minister announced.
Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu, currently aboard the International Space Station, called his journey ‘a divine experience’ and highlighted Hungary’s major role in the Axiom-4 mission during a live press briefing from orbit.
Following a temporary price spike due to the Iran–Israel conflict, fuel prices in Hungary have dropped below the regional average again, with both petrol and diesel now cheaper than in neighbouring countries, according to official data.
Hungary’s Political Director Balázs Orbán criticized an EU–Ukraine trade agreement that could flood the EU market with cheap Ukrainian agricultural products, warning it would severely hurt Hungarian farmers and create unfair competition.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán voiced strong opposition to Ukraine’s EU accession, warning it would cripple Hungary’s economy. In a radio interview, he criticized Brussels’ pressure and emphasized the government’s commitment to protecting Hungarian interests.
Hungary has recorded its lowest number of registered jobseekers since the political transition, with the government crediting targeted support programmes and reaffirming its focus on Hungarian workers rather than diverting funds to Ukraine.
There is no deforestation in Hungary, declared State Secretary for Forests and Land Affairs Péter Zambó, rejecting public allegations. Forests are being renewed, not destroyed—under strict legal supervision and with a focus on sustainability, he said in a video statement.
The European Parliament will debate and vote next week on a no-confidence motion against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, triggered by criticism over undisclosed vaccine-related messages with Pfizer’s CEO during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Due to global economic uncertainty, central banks in both Europe and the US have raised their inflation forecasts and cut growth expectations. Hungary, however, anticipates modest growth this year, supported by strong domestic consumption and a stable banking sector.
Air traffic in Hungary is booming, with Budapest Airport reporting a 14 per cent increase and overflight traffic rising 6 per cent since last year. HungaroControl highlights the country’s growing tourism appeal and increased traffic due to the Ukraine conflict.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called Montenegro a ‘key country’ and reaffirmed Hungary’s support for its EU membership. Meeting with Montenegrin PM Milojko Spajić in Budapest, the leaders signed cooperation agreements in infrastructure and telecoms.
A record number of young people have applied to the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s free talent programmes, prompting an extension of the University Programme application deadline to 4 August. Interest spans from primary school to university-level courses.
To curb unjustified price hikes, Hungary’s government and the pharmaceutical sector have agreed to voluntarily cap prices on 44 popular over-the-counter and prescription medicines until mid-2026, aiming to protect families and pensioners.
A new EY study highlights a sharp contrast between executives and users on the trustworthiness of AI, with leaders optimistic about integration and users voicing concerns over privacy, transparency, and accountability.
Hungary’s new bottle return system has exceeded expectations in its first year, with citizens returning millions of containers daily. In a podcast with former president János Áder, MOHU’s CEO outlined successes, challenges, and ambitious waste plans ahead.
As Hungary braces for a record hot summer, the government is covering farmers’ water fees and expanding irrigation efforts. Agriculture Minister István Nagy criticized Brussels and the Tisza Party for backing EU plans that would shift drought costs to farmers.
The US government has lifted sanctions related to Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant expansion, a move Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó credits to the new Trump-led administration, calling it key to Hungary’s long-term energy security.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán declared that Hungary, backed by over two million votes in the ‘Voks 2025’ initiative, has blocked Ukraine’s EU accession. Speaking on Kossuth Radio, he also touched on migration, energy, the Pride march, and space policy.
Hungary’s revamped Artificial Intelligence Strategy will soon go before the government, aiming to harness AI’s full potential across public services, industry, and the data economy, according to AI commissioner László Palkovics.