Hungarian reservists and the Ohio National Guard are conducting joint live-fire exercises in Bakonykúti, Fejér County, under the Valiant Panther 2025 training operation, enhancing combat readiness and deepening three decades of defence cooperation.

Hungary is revising its national AI strategy with a strong emphasis on education, ethics, and social application, government commissioner László Palkovics announced, signing a partnership with ELTE to shape human-centered and trustworthy AI technologies.

Hungary’s car industry remains a driving force of the national economy despite global headwinds, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said, stressing that East–West cooperation is key to success in the age of electromobility.

HungaroControl projects an 8–15 per cent increase in Hungarian air traffic for 2025, with this summer likely to break all-time records. New technologies, staff reinforcements, and safety upgrades aim to ensure a smooth and delay-free travel season.

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony has dismissed BKV CEO Tibor Bolla following media reports linking him to individuals accused of organized tax fraud. The decision comes amid concerns over public trust and corporate integrity.

Hungary is setting its sights on the stars once again with a major national mission: to send a Hungarian astronaut to the International Space Station for scientific research—45 years after the first Hungarian ventured into space.

The Hungarian Ministry of Defence has symbolically adopted two lynxes at the Budakeszi Wildlife Park—linking military identity with nature conservation and education, while highlighting parallels between wildlife and the army’s modern Lynx combat vehicles.

The 21st March of Life took place in Budapest on Sunday, with participants walking from the Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial to the Várkert Bazaar. This year’s commemoration was marked by a somber reflection on current threats to Jewish communities worldwide.

Hungarian animated documentary Pelikan Blue, directed by László Csáki, won Best Feature Film at the 32nd Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film, marking another international success for the nostalgic, real-life story of freedom and forgery.

On Transport Culture Day this Sunday, BKV and the Hungarian Transport Association invite visitors to the Szentendre Urban Public Transport Museum for a free event featuring simulators, rare vehicles, and educational programmes highlighting safe and sustainable mobility.

Hungary’s top scientific network, HUN-REN, and the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) have signed a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, innovation, and education across key technological fields.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán unveiled an ambitious, anti-war 2026 budget plan focused on protecting Hungarian families, pledging massive spending on pensions, family assistance, and energy price reductions, while introducing further steps to rein in inflation and regulate retail pricing.

In a significant political and personal development, Ferenc Gyurcsány, former Prime Minister of Hungary and leader of the Democratic Coalition (DK), has announced his resignation from all political positions and his withdrawal from public life. Concurrently, he and his wife, Klára Dobrev, have decided to divorce after nearly three decades of marriage.

French indie studio Sandfall Interactive’s debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has captivated the gaming world, selling over two million copies within 12 days and earning accolades from critics and even President Emmanuel Macron.

Hungarian schools must now display information about the NMHH’s Internet Hotline, helping students and families report harmful online content. The initiative aims to expand awareness of the service through posters and digital resources in institutions.

Black smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Wednesday night, signalling that the first round of voting in the papal conclave failed to elect a new leader for the Catholic Church. Thousands gathered in St Peter’s Square to witness the outcome.

From 22–24 May, the 9th Night of Artefacts Festival will offer over 100 programmes at 70 locations in Budapest, giving visitors rare access to restoration labs, artist studios, and science-themed exhibitions blending art with innovation.

Illegal migration to Europe is set to rise further, Hungary’s top security advisor György Bakondi warned, pointing to the return of smuggling gangs at the southern border and highlighting weaknesses in EU border control measures.

Hungary is safeguarding families and businesses from surging energy prices caused by the EU–Russia disconnect by expanding renewable energy capacity and supporting industrial investment, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said at a Nestlé solar plant opening.

Hungarians are increasingly confident in their current job stability, yet often underestimate the time and effort needed to find new employment if laid off, a new survey by BNP Paribas Cardif and Medián assessing labour market sentiment reveals.

Hungary and Switzerland reaffirmed their commitment to a diplomatic resolution to the war in Ukraine, emphasizing that peace can only be achieved through negotiations involving all parties, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said in Bern.

A new international study led by researchers from Constance University and Max Planck Institute, with support from Hungary’s Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) and MIT, has used virtual reality to decode how fish swim in schools—revealing simple natural rules that may revolutionize robotics.

Former President János Áder emphasized the importance of showing not only environmental problems but also solutions, as the 10th Planet Lens International Nature Photo and Film Festival prepares to showcase global perspectives on biodiversity and ecological change.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned that Ukraine’s accelerated EU accession would devastate Hungary’s economy. Speaking on Kossuth Radio, he emphasized protecting domestic jobs and economic goals while accusing EU leaders of prioritizing war over peace.

Scope Ratings has reaffirmed Hungary’s ‘BBB’ credit rating with a stable outlook, maintaining the country’s position in the investment-grade category thanks to solid growth prospects, improving fiscal metrics, and resilient economic fundamentals.

1 May, known as International Workers’ Day, is recognized worldwide—but its roots reach far beyond modern labour movements. From ancient fertility rituals to mass protests for workers’ rights, the date carries a layered, often contradictory legacy.

A new website launched for the Buda Castle District offers visitors an interactive and user-friendly way to explore the historic area, complete with cultural programs, maps, ticketing options, and personalized recommendations in both Hungarian and English.

Hungarian teens under 18 will no longer be able to buy energy drinks starting this summer, as Parliament has unanimously passed a law aimed at curbing excessive consumption and protecting youth health, with the ban taking effect 30 days after publication.

Tibor Kapu, Hungary’s researcher-astronaut, will launch to the International Space Station on 29 May as part of Axiom Mission 4. He will carry out 25 Hungarian experiments, marking a historic return of the Hungarian flag to space after decades.

Two Siberian tiger cubs were born at the Budapest Zoo on 13 April, the first such birth in nearly 12 years. While the cubs remain out of public view for now, the zoo will share regular updates until visitors can meet them in person in a few weeks.