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Hungary’s Potential Leadership Role in Energy Connectivity for the Europe Union
Hungary’s Potential Leadership Role in Energy Connectivity for the Europe Union
Hungary’s Potential Leadership Role in Energy Connectivity for the Europe Union
Hungary’s Potential Leadership Role in Energy Connectivity for the Europe Union
Trump Admin Restores Hungary’s Full Participation in US Visa Waiver Programme

CULTURE & SOCIETY

  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Budapest Fashion Week Brings over 50 Events to the City This September

Budapest Central European Fashion Week returns 1–7 September with more than 50 events, from runway shows and sustainability workshops to culinary programmes, art collaborations, and international conferences on fashion’s future….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 28.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

The Táltos Drum Resonates in the Upland

‘By connecting historical roots, pre-Christian customs and modern cultural practices, the Perbenyik St Stephen Days serve as a living bridge between Hungary’s past and present. Although Upper Hungary is now part of Slovakia, the festival reflects enduring national identity and…
  • Konrád Gazdag
  • ‎ —‎ 28.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Ferencváros Beat Qarabağ but Fall Short in UCL

Ferencváros fell agonizingly short of the Champions League, beating Qarabağ 3–2 in Baku after losing the home tie, but still losing 5–4 on aggregate. Goals from Joseph, Varga, and Tóth sparked hopes of a miracle comeback, yet a late save…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 27.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Budapest to Modernize Entire Ticket Machine Network by 2026

Budapest’s public transport ticketing system is set for a major upgrade as Centre for Budapest Transport begins replacing its decade-old network of ticket and pass vending machines with modern devices. The renewal project will start this year and finish in…
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 27.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungarian Cinema Shines with Dual Premieres at 82nd Venice Festival

Two Hungarian films, László Nemes Jeles’s Orphan and Ildikó Enyedi’s Silent Friend, will premiere in competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, marking a major moment for Hungarian cinema on the global stage….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 27.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungary Provides 81,000 Students with School Packages Alongside Free Textbooks

Free textbooks and school supplies have once again been delivered to every Hungarian school ahead of the new academic year. The government also supports disadvantaged families through EU-backed projects providing essential learning tools….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 26.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Sándor Wekerle, the First Non-Noble Prime Minister of Hungary

Sándor Wekerle served as the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Hungary in three non-consecutive terms between 1892 and 1918, in the dual monarchy era of Hungarian history. He was the first man who did not come from a noble…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 26.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, TECH

Hungary Launches ESA-Backed Training on Satellite Data Processing

A week-long training on advanced satellite data processing has begun at the University of Sopron with support from the European Space Agency, aiming to prepare Hungarian educators and researchers for the challenges of space-based data analysis….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 26.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Hungary Among Top Tourist Destinations in Europe

Hungary is emerging as a top European tourist destination, with 8.2 million visitors in H1 2025 generating 18.9 million nights, as reported by the tourism industry news site Travel and Tour World. Budapest draws crowds with its baths and nightlife,…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 26.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Hungary Can’t Rely on Renewables Alone, Former President Warns

Hungary’s growing electricity demand and the need for stable, round-the-clock energy production make nuclear power indispensable, argued former President János Áder in his latest podcast, joined by energy expert Attila Aszódi….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 25.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Budapest’s Keleti Station Closes for Four Weeks of Major Renovation

Budapest’s Keleti Railway Station will undergo a four-week renovation starting Monday, described as this year’s largest maintenance project. The works will cause major traffic changes, with trains rerouted to other stations….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 25.08.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

József Eötvös: Writing a Nation Anew

‘Even iron cannot resist time, and so it is with man. If put to work, it wears down; if left lying on the ground, rust consumes it. Since we must perish either way, it is a hundred times better to…
  • Enikő Szakos
  • ‎ —‎ 24.08.2025
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CULTURE & SOCIETY

Ferencváros, ETO FC Győr, and Paks Advance in European Qualifiers
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Ferencváros, ETO FC Győr, and Paks Advance in European Qualifiers

Ferencváros beat the Armenian champions FC Noah 4–3 at home, thus 6–4 on aggregate, and have advanced to the third round of the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, where they will face the Bulgarian side Ludogorets. Paks and ETO FC Győr have also made it through in their respective ties in the UEFA Conference League; however, Puskás Akadémia have been eliminated.

Márton Losonczi
31.07.2025
Balázs Orbán Opens MCC Feszt 2025 Urging Von der Leyen to Resign
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Balázs Orbán Opens MCC Feszt 2025 Urging Von der Leyen to Resign

During the opening panel of MCC Feszt 2025 on Thursday, Balázs Orbán declared that the European Commission had betrayed European citizens by accepting the humiliating terms of the US–EU trade deal and that Ursula von der Leyen should resign. Joined by Patrick Deneen and James Orr, the panellists explored the prospects of a world beyond liberalism.

Joakim Scheffer
31.07.2025
Fülek Castle, One of Hungary’s Oldest Fortresses, Is Under Renovation
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Fülek Castle, One of Hungary’s Oldest Fortresses, Is Under Renovation

The city has been working continuously on the restoration of Fülek Castle since 2003. In addition to restoring the castle’s historical buildings, the municipality has also built completely new infrastructure for tourists, including a parking lot and public toilets.

Magyar Krónika
31.07.2025
Hungaroring Celebrates 40th F1 Hungarian Grand Prix with Modern Upgrades and High Stakes
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungaroring Celebrates 40th F1 Hungarian Grand Prix with Modern Upgrades and High Stakes

This weekend marks the 40th Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix at a revamped Hungaroring. With McLaren dominating the season, Budapest is bracing for a high-stakes race that blends history, modern upgrades, and the sport’s fiercest rivalries.

Ádám Bráder
31.07.2025
Hungaroring Renovation Sets Global Standard, F1 Chief Domenicali Says
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungaroring Renovation Sets Global Standard, F1 Chief Domenicali Says

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali praised Hungary for setting a global example with the renovation of the Hungaroring, calling the government’s investment and commitment a model for others during an exclusive interview ahead of the 40th Hungarian Grand Prix.

Ádám Bráder
30.07.2025
St Andrea Winery Awarded as Hungary’s Finest in a Testament to Tradition and Innovation
CULTURE & SOCIETY

St Andrea Winery Awarded as Hungary’s Finest in a Testament to Tradition and Innovation

Hungarian wineries continue to enhance their global reputation through dedication, innovation, and tradition. The Ministry of Agriculture awarded St Andrea Winery the prestigious Winery of the Year title for its long-standing excellence and family-driven legacy.

Ádám Bráder
30.07.2025
The Only German Think Tank for Economic Diplomacy — An Interview with Michael Schumann and Urs Unkauf
CULTURE & SOCIETY INTERVIEW

The Only German Think Tank for Economic Diplomacy — An Interview with Michael Schumann and Urs Unkauf

‘We are no longer living in an age where mere export promotion or trade fairs are sufficient to stimulate economic growth. What Germany lacks is strategic positioning in a geopolitical context that has dramatically changed. That is where we step in. BWA Global Economic Network is Germany’s only institutional framework that consistently thinks in terms of economic diplomacy…’

Arian Aghashahi
30.07.2025
MÁV Launches 4.4 Billion Forint Upgrade of Keleti Railway Terminal
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

MÁV Launches 4.4 Billion Forint Upgrade of Keleti Railway Terminal

Train services at Budapest’s Keleti Railway Station will be suspended from 25 August to 20 September for a major renovation project. The month-long closure will involve rerouted services, replacement buses, and extended travel times.

Ádám Bráder
29.07.2025
MCC Feszt 2025 Set to Begin with Prominent International Line-Up
CULTURE & SOCIETY

MCC Feszt 2025 Set to Begin with Prominent International Line-Up

Esztergom will once again host MCC Feszt, one of Hungary’s most prominent intellectual festivals, kicking off Thursday with a diverse mix of public debates, lectures, and concerts. Headliners include Peter Thiel, Sebastian Kurz, and Dominic Cummings, with nearly 50,000 visitors expected, according to MCC Director General Zoltán Szalai.

Joakim Scheffer
29.07.2025
Government Clarifies Misinformation on Mothers’ Income Tax Exemption
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Government Clarifies Misinformation on Mothers’ Income Tax Exemption

Despite recent media speculation, the Hungarian government has confirmed that mothers raising four or more children will continue to receive full income tax exemption, with no changes to eligibility or scope, the Ministry for National Economy announced Monday.

Ádám Bráder
29.07.2025
Wendy’s Set to Return to Hungary After 23 Years
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Wendy’s Set to Return to Hungary After 23 Years

The US fast-food chain Wendy’s is reportedly seeking Hungarian franchise partners as it plans to return to the country after a 23-year absence. Wendy’s first entered the Hungarian market in 1994, operating up to seven restaurants at its peak, but exited in 2002 due to financial difficulties.

Joakim Scheffer
28.07.2025
Rachel Zegler Leaves Evita Performance During Intermission
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Rachel Zegler Leaves Evita Performance During Intermission

Coming off the box office disaster that was Disney’s new Snow White, Rachel Zegler could hardly get any new film roles in the United States. She did get cast in a London production of the musical Evita—however, at one of the shows last week, she had to abruptly leave during intermission for mysterious reasons.

Márton Losonczi
28.07.2025
János Áder Calls for Legal Reform to Turn Food Waste into Sustainable Protein
CULTURE & SOCIETY

János Áder Calls for Legal Reform to Turn Food Waste into Sustainable Protein

Former President János Áder advocates for using food waste as biogas or insect feed to fight environmental damage and improve sustainability in Europe’s food supply. Hungarian firm Agroloop’s insect protein technology may offer a scalable solution.

Ádám Bráder
28.07.2025
The Nineteenth-Century Rules of Equilibrium for the Tech-Right Aristocracy
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

The Nineteenth-Century Rules of Equilibrium for the Tech-Right Aristocracy

‘Every industrial revolution—and we are in the midst of a new one led by the tech aristocracy—goes through motions that breed new speech and social contracts…The real lesson from this debate is for the new tech-right aristocracy to figure out how they want to wield their power to achieve that equilibrium.’

Sumantra Maitra
27.07.2025
‘Deep in the Amazon, children are watching TikTok videos’ — An Interview with Biologist Zsanett Hajdu
CULTURE & SOCIETY INTERVIEW

‘Deep in the Amazon, children are watching TikTok videos’ — An Interview with Biologist Zsanett Hajdu

‘According to Zsanett, it is time to let go of romantic notions about indigenous life. Many Amazonian communities no longer have a mystical connection to nature…It’s quite astonishing that the woman who once learned traditional knowledge from Don Fidel and the others is now the one teaching it to the village’s children and adults.’

Emese Hulej
27.07.2025
Beyond the Óperencia — The 1848 Revolution Officer Who Was Seriously Wounded in the American Civil War
CULTURE & SOCIETY DIASPORA

Beyond the Óperencia — The 1848 Revolution Officer Who Was Seriously Wounded in the American Civil War

In its ‘Beyond the Óperencia’ series, Magyar Krónika is looking at the meeting points of America and Hungary, and at Hungarians in America, from penniless peasants to political emigrants and soldiers of fortune. In this part, let’s look at the adventurous life of Sándor Asbóth, a Hungarian emigrant, who came to a tragic end.

Lázár Pap
26.07.2025
Újpest Beat Diósgyőr in Season Opener
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Újpest Beat Diósgyőr in Season Opener

The 2025–2026 season of the Hungarian football league has just started: Újpest FC beat Diósgyőr 3–1 at home in the first game, with a great performance from Újpest striker Krisztofer Horváth.

Márton Losonczi
25.07.2025
Tusványos 2025: National Policy Round Table
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Tusványos 2025: National Policy Round Table

At Tusványos 2025, leaders of Hungarian communities gathered to discuss ethnic minority rights, diaspora engagement, and regional geopolitics. From Ukraine’s demographic crisis to Serbia’s improving ties with Hungary, the National Policy Roundtable highlighted shared struggles and progress, featuring Deputy Prime Ministers Zsolt Semjén of Hungary and Barna Tánczos of Romania.

Márton Losonczi
25.07.2025
Prospects for a Common European Army Discussed at Tusványos
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Prospects for a Common European Army Discussed at Tusványos

A united European army remains an illusion, argued Hungarian and regional experts at Tusványos. Citing historical, political, and structural obstacles, panellists instead urged member states to focus on NATO, develop national defence industries, and prepare for a shifting global security landscape.

Joakim Scheffer
25.07.2025
Hungary’s Consumption Misunderstood: The Flaws of the AIC Indicator
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungary’s Consumption Misunderstood: The Flaws of the AIC Indicator

‘But even if the numbers were accurate, one must ask: Is high consumption of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs really something Hungary should aspire to? And this leads us to another fundamental weakness of the AIC indicator: it assumes that all consumption is inherently good.’

Géza Sebestyén
25.07.2025
Szeged Botanical Garden Hosts Central Europe’s Largest Blooming Lotus Event
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Szeged Botanical Garden Hosts Central Europe’s Largest Blooming Lotus Event

Szeged’s Botanical Garden welcomes visitors this weekend with the Lotus Days festival, showcasing Central Europe’s largest blooming Indian lotus population alongside a colourful mix of Asian music, dance, crafts, and cultural programmes.

Ádám Bráder
25.07.2025
Hungarian Men’s Water Polo Team Loses Historical WC Final against Spain
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungarian Men’s Water Polo Team Loses Historical WC Final against Spain

Hungary’s quest to make history in men’s water polo fell just short, as the national team lost 15–13 to Spain in the World Aquatics final in Singapore. Despite a late-game lead, Zsolt Varga’s squad could not hold off the reigning European champions. A win would have secured Hungary a record fifth world title—cementing its legacy as water polo’s undisputed giant.

Joakim Scheffer
24.07.2025
Bryan Leib Slams David Pressman Again
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Bryan Leib Slams David Pressman Again

Former US Ambassador to Hungary has published an opinion piece in The New York Times, comparing the supposed authoritarian power grab by President Trump to that of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary—certainly not the first such piece in a Western mainstream media publication. Bryan Leib has responded.

Márton Losonczi
24.07.2025
High Voltage Meets High Speed at the E Street Parade in Szeged
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

High Voltage Meets High Speed at the E Street Parade in Szeged

On 14 September, Szeged will host the E Street Parade, Hungary’s largest e-mobility event, featuring cutting-edge electric vehicles, extreme race cars, and insights into the future of sustainable transport, all in a dynamic, family-friendly setting.

Ádám Bráder
24.07.2025
After the Smoke Clears — Post-War Scenarios for Ukraine and Europe Discussed at Tusványos
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

After the Smoke Clears — Post-War Scenarios for Ukraine and Europe Discussed at Tusványos

As the war in Ukraine drags on, experts at Tusványos warned that a definitive peace is unlikely. Panellists debated whether the conflict will freeze like others in the post-Soviet space, and what that means for Europe’s security and Ukraine’s future.

Joakim Scheffer
24.07.2025
Budapest Concert Week Draws Thousands, Boosting Tourism and Hotel Occupancy
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Budapest Concert Week Draws Thousands, Boosting Tourism and Hotel Occupancy

Budapest welcomed 10 per cent more tourists during the week of headline concerts by Guns N’ Roses, Jennifer Lopez, and Lionel Richie, with hotel occupancy and local guest numbers also seeing a major spike, according to Visit Hungary.

Ádám Bráder
24.07.2025
The Culture of Time: Watches as the Last Outpost of Manly Mode
CULTURE & SOCIETY PHILOSOPHY

The Culture of Time: Watches as the Last Outpost of Manly Mode

‘In an age where a phone tells better time than any Rolex, watches are thriving—not despite their obsolescence, but because of it. They are beautiful, technical, embodied objects in an abstract and disposable world. They are the final adornment, the last private ritual, the culture of time made visible—and kept close to the skin.’

Jonathan Price
24.07.2025
US Returns Priceless 1675 Manuscript to Hungary in Symbolic Gesture
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

US Returns Priceless 1675 Manuscript to Hungary in Symbolic Gesture

The US has returned a priceless 17th-century manuscript stolen from Budapest to Hungary. Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó called the gesture a milestone in cultural restitution and praised the renewed Hungarian–American partnership.

Ádám Bráder
24.07.2025
Pax Americana 2.0? Discussion at Tusványos 2025
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Pax Americana 2.0? Discussion at Tusványos 2025

At a panel discussion at Tusványos 2025, Hungarian MP Zsolt Németh shared his hopes on how the second Trump administration could bring about ‘Pax Americana 2.0’. This and other important questions were discussed by him, Carlos Roa, Botond Csoma, and Zsolt Szilágyi.

Márton Losonczi
24.07.2025
Tusványos Panel Warns of Super-Centralized Future of EU
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Tusványos Panel Warns of Super-Centralized Future of EU

Will Brussels dictate the future of Europe, or can member states reclaim control? A high-profile panel at Tusványos, including Hungarian EU Affairs Minister János Bóka and Rod Dreher, criticized the EU’s centralization drive, arguing that the European Commission now holds more power than many national governments.

Joakim Scheffer
23.07.2025
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