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REVIEW

Mattheus Terwesten, Allegory of Freedom (1701). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
  • PHILOSOPHY

Triumph, Decline — and Renewal?

‘Freedom, understood concretely, is a civilizational, not a natural, construct. This essentially conservative argument could provide the very basis for the continuation of a certain political tradition without which we, modern souls, would live in a much more cruel and…
  • Ábris Béndek
  • ‎ —‎ 14.12.2024
The reconstructed Royal Riding Hall in the Buda Castle photographed on 7 June 2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, OPINION

‘Don’t let this happen in your wonderful country!’ — A Dispossessed American’s Plea To Hungary

‘Life is not easy for many Hungarians, but Hungary has one big thing going for it: a strong sense of itself as a nation and a people. If it is true that hope comes from cultural memory married to the…
  • Rod Dreher
  • ‎ —‎ 14.12.2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungary Celebrates Culinary Excellence in the 2024 Michelin Guide

Hungary’s culinary scene shines brightly as the 2024 Michelin Guide awards reaffirm excellence. Iconic venues like Tata’s Platán and Budapest’s Stand retained two stars, while eight other restaurants, including one newcomer, received their coveted Michelin star this year….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 14.12.2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Hungarian–Turkish Cultural Season Concludes with Prestigious Gala Concert

The Hungarian–Turkish Cultural Season has concluded with a prestigious gala concert held in Ankara, Türkiye, on 12 December. The season commemorated the 100th anniversary of Hungarian–Turkish diplomatic relations and featured more than 150 cultural, culinary, and scientific programmes….
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungarian Film Festival Returns with Record-Breaking Submissions

The Hungarian Film Festival dates back to 1965, when it began in Pécs as the Hungarian Feature Film Festival, exclusively showcasing feature-length productions. Over the decades, the programme expanded to include documentary and animated films, with its name changing to…
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Armenia, Ireland, and Portugal or Denmark: Hungary’s Opponents in the WC Qualifiers

Hungary will face Armenia, Ireland, and the winner of the Portugal–Denmark Nations League quarter-final in the group stage of the European qualification round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Hungary have not…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CURRENT

Russia Endorses Hungarian Christmas Ceasefire Proposal — Orbán: ‘We have opened the door’

Vladimir Putin has reportedly endorsed the Christmas ceasefire proposal by Viktor Orbán. Reflecting on the peace mission and Hungary’s EU Presidency, the Hungarian prime minister stated: ‘We have opened the door, and meaningful negotiations can now begin.’…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Donald Trump Named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year

Time Magazine awarded its Person of the Year title, which has been given out since 1927, to Donald Trump after his great comeback victory in the 2024 US presidential election despite unprecedented challenges. This is the second time he has…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen rings a bell to start the first meeting of the new College of Commissioners of the European Union in Brussels on December 4, 2024. (Photo by Nicolas TUCAT / AFP)
  • HU24EU, OPINION

Reclaiming Europe’s Future Goes Through Bold Reforms

‘The leaders and politicians of our continent need to acknowledge a reality that the average European citizen has already discovered, namely, that Europe is on a dangerous path that will lead to total geopolitical irrelevancy and economic misery.’…
  • Nikola Kedhi
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

Fidesz-KDNP Dominates Polls as Péter Magyar Faces Growing Backlash

According to Századvég’s December survey, Hungary’s ruling coalition, Fidesz–KDNP, continues to lead confidently in party preferences, while Tisza Party leader Péter Magyar’s approval ratings have suffered a significant decline amidst recent controversies….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

Viktor Orbán Discusses Peace Initiatives, Budget Plans, and International Diplomacy

This week’s Orbán interview on public radio showcased Hungary’s proactive approach to fostering peace, navigating global changes, and ensuring domestic stability. As the government looks to implement the 2025 budget, its commitment to supporting Hungarian families and maintaining sovereignty remains…
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 13.12.2024
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

US Embassy Budapest Continues Its Anti-Government Smear Campaign

On the morning of 12 December, in a true Christmas spirit, the US Embassy in Budapest posted a video on X and YouTube criticizing the Budapest–Belgrade railway project, insinuating that Viktor Orbán is making secret deals with China. Our reaction….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 12.12.2024
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REVIEW

Polish Elections Constitute a Setback to European Conservatives
POLITICS

Polish Elections Constitute a Setback to European Conservatives

For Hungary, this is an unmitigated disaster. While Robert Fico’s return to power in Slovakia offers some reason for optimism, Hungary’s northern neighbours certainly will not replace the Poles as steadfast, influential allies in Europe.

Michael O’Shea
08.02.2024
Brussels’ Climate Goal: Ambitious But Not so Clever
POLITICS

Brussels’ Climate Goal: Ambitious But Not so Clever

Brussels recently unveiled its climate target, adjusted in the wake of the farmer protests. However, the ambitious plan is still founded on a flawed approach: the EU is prioritizing mitigation over adaptation, imposing a greater financial burden on member states than what is truly necessary.

Joakim Scheffer
07.02.2024
Exhibition of Post-Digital Artworks from the Collection of the Hungarian National Bank Opens in Berlin
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Exhibition of Post-Digital Artworks from the Collection of the Hungarian National Bank Opens in Berlin

The material compiled from emerging artists of the Y generation highlights one of the most defining artistic trends of recent years, the post-digital movement.

Ádám Bráder
07.02.2024
Olympic Values School Programme Launched
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Olympic Values School Programme Launched

The Hungarian Olympic Committee hopes that through educators participating in the training, thousands of students will become familiar with Olympic values such as excellence, respect, and friendship, and eventually become active supporters of the Olympic movement by following the same set of values.

Ádám Bráder
07.02.2024
Western Elites Against the Family, Against Human Flourishing
OPINION

Western Elites Against the Family, Against Human Flourishing

According to recent studies, family stability is a more relevant factor for socioeconomic advancement than factors such as inequality, government spending, race and school quality.

Felipe Miguel
07.02.2024
President Novák and PM Orbán Meet with Armenian President to Strengthen Bilateral Relations
CURRENT

President Novák and PM Orbán Meet with Armenian President to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

President Novák emphasized that this is Vahagn Khachaturyan’s first official presidential visit to Hungary. She said their discussions covered various topics including peace in the world, Hungarian humanitarian assistance to Armenia, demographic challenges, the importance of bilateral relations, the situation of minorities, and Armenia’s European perspective.

Ádám Bráder
07.02.2024
Secret Audiotape Raises Concerns That Qatargate Defendants May Evade Trial
CURRENT

Secret Audiotape Raises Concerns That Qatargate Defendants May Evade Trial

The investigation into the Brussels corruption scandal, which has been ongoing for more than a year with left-wing MEPs at its centre, could be jeopardized, as revealed by a recently released audio recording.

Joakim Scheffer
07.02.2024
Debrecen Municipality and BMW ‘Green’ the City’s North-Western Industrial Zone
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Debrecen Municipality and BMW ‘Green’ the City’s North-Western Industrial Zone

Mayor László Papp reminded that, in line with the new environmental policies launched in 2019, economic development in Debrecen must take place in a sustainable and environmentally conscious manner.

Ádám Bráder
07.02.2024
Swedish NATO Accession Vote Fails in Hungarian Parliament
CURRENT

Swedish NATO Accession Vote Fails in Hungarian Parliament

All MPs for the ruling Fidesz-KDNP coalition, as well as some for the left-wing opposition, were absent from the extraordinary parliamentary session called for Monday, thus the vote on Sweden’s NATO membership did not meet the threshold to be legally binding. US Ambassador David Pressman was also present, but then left the House disappointed.

Márton Losonczi
06.02.2024
‘Lost Hungarian Films’ — Documentary Showcasing the Past of the Hungarian Film Industry Released
CULTURE & SOCIETY

‘Lost Hungarian Films’ — Documentary Showcasing the Past of the Hungarian Film Industry Released

The fifteen-minute documentary focuses on the early challenges of Hungarian cinema history, including the flammability of nitro celluloid film reels, which resulted in numerous tragic fires during the silent film era.

Ádám Bráder
06.02.2024
The Seedling Grew into a Big Tree — New Brunswick Boy Scouts Celebrate 70th Anniversary
DIASPORA

The Seedling Grew into a Big Tree — New Brunswick Boy Scouts Celebrate 70th Anniversary

A grand celebration was held at the Hungarian American Athletic Club in New Brunswick to mark the 70th anniversary of the Bornemissza Gergely Boy Scout Troop no. 5 of New Brunswick.

Ildikó Antal-Ferencz
06.02.2024
Thematic Walks Showcase Blooming Orchids at the University of Szeged’s Botanical Garden
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Thematic Walks Showcase Blooming Orchids at the University of Szeged’s Botanical Garden

In the first days of February, nearly a hundred specimens of various species and varieties of orchids from the garden’s orchid collection are blooming simultaneously. These can be thoroughly explored during guided tours starting after prior registration, this Sunday and then on 24 February.

Ádám Bráder
06.02.2024
Franz Xaver Bucher Frescoes Discovered in Veszprém Castle Quarter
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Franz Xaver Bucher Frescoes Discovered in Veszprém Castle Quarter

According to the announcement, during restoration work in the Veszprém Castle, a painting showing the Evangelist Luke was found in the St Emeric Church, while a figure depicting an Austrian soldier was discovered in the Tejfalusy House, a building that previously functioned as a canonry.

Ádám Bráder
06.02.2024
Minister Szijjártó Expresses Sympathy over Devastating Chile Forest Fire
CURRENT

Minister Szijjártó Expresses Sympathy over Devastating Chile Forest Fire

The deadliest forest fire on record in Chile’s history broke out last Friday, killing over 110 people. Foreign Minister of Hungary Péter Szijjártó has sent an open letter to his Chilean counterpart, expressing sympathies on his country’s behalf.

Márton Losonczi
06.02.2024
Art and Antique Exhibition Features Renowned Artists and Hungarian Artistic Heritage
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Art and Antique Exhibition Features Renowned Artists and Hungarian Artistic Heritage

The event also hosts an online charity auction, with proceeds this year benefiting the Opera House Ballet Students Foundation.

Ádám Bráder
06.02.2024
A Hungarian Woman as One of the Best Ophthalmic Surgeons in the World — The Story of Baroness Éva Kohner
CULTURE & SOCIETY

A Hungarian Woman as One of the Best Ophthalmic Surgeons in the World — The Story of Baroness Éva Kohner

Here in Hungary, few people know the name of Baroness Éva Kohner, but in professional circles, she is well known, as her work, particularly her research on the effects of diabetes on the eye, is internationally outstanding.

translated by Hungarian Conservative
06.02.2024
Federal Judge Throws Out Disney’s Lawsuit Against Ron DeSantis
CURRENT

Federal Judge Throws Out Disney’s Lawsuit Against Ron DeSantis

Disney sued Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for stripping them of special privileges in the Reedy Creek Improvement District, where Disney World is located. The feud between Disney and DeSantis originates from Florida’s Parental Rights in Education law, which may have been inspired by Hungary’s Child Protection Act.

Márton Losonczi
05.02.2024
Kristóf Rasovszky Clinches his Second World Champion Title at Doha World Championships
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Kristóf Rasovszky Clinches his Second World Champion Title at Doha World Championships

The Hungarian athlete earned Hungary’s first gold in open water swimming at the Doha World Championships.

Ádám Bráder
05.02.2024
Orbán’s Chief Security Advisor Criticizes EU Migration Pact
CURRENT

Orbán’s Chief Security Advisor Criticizes EU Migration Pact

‘It is clear that the unhindered influx of masses of illegal arrivals, aided by criminals, and then the processing of asylum applications within the EU is a failure of failures,’ György Bakondi expressed on public M1 television.

Ádám Bráder
05.02.2024
Democrat Senator Ben Cardin Wants to Impose Sanctions on Hungary
POLITICS

Democrat Senator Ben Cardin Wants to Impose Sanctions on Hungary

Citing concerns over the delay of the ratification of Sweden’s NATO accession, approving additional aid to Ukraine, and the Sovereignty Protection Act, Senator Ben Cardin of Maryland has proposed the possibility of the United States imposing sanctions on Hungary as a punishment.

Márton Losonczi
05.02.2024
UN Special Rapporteur Requests Hungary to Share Expertise in Aiding Persecuted Christians
CURRENT

UN Special Rapporteur Requests Hungary to Share Expertise in Aiding Persecuted Christians

At the conclusion of his visit to Washington, D.C., Tristan Azbej, the state secretary responsible for the assistance programmes to aid persecuted Christians, noted that the Hungarian government shares practically identical values with the American right, conservative individuals, and organizations. He identified the importance of renewing the fight against anti-Semitism, something Hungarian and American conservatives also agree about, in response to the resurgence of violent anti-Semitism in the Western world, including the United States, following the events in Gaza.

Ádám Bráder
05.02.2024
Brussels Is Pro-War, Balázs Orbán Claims in Radio Interview
CURRENT

Brussels Is Pro-War, Balázs Orbán Claims in Radio Interview

Balázs Orbán observes that Brussels believes it is in the interest of European countries for the Russo-Ukrainian war to continue or possibly escalate. Hungary, on the other hand, is of a different opinion; this conflict has no military solution and a diplomatic resolution is needed.

Ádám Bráder
05.02.2024
Why Ukraine Must Win the Russia–Ukraine War
OPINION

Why Ukraine Must Win the Russia–Ukraine War

‘We don’t want a world run according to Russian or Chinese or Hamas or Iranian values. But unfortunately, we cannot be sure that these forces can be held at bay unless we’re willing to defend what we have.’

David Satter
05.02.2024
The Normality of Hungary
OPINION

The Normality of Hungary

‘In this country, the left accused the Orbán government of being alarmist and bigoted on LGBT questions, and of holding back progress. But in America, we have seen that almost every warning that social conservatives gave about where the LGBT movement was going—in particular, that it would target kids—was mocked at the time, but eventually came true.’

Rod Dreher
05.02.2024
Slovakia on National Path Again
POLITICS

Slovakia on National Path Again

The 2023 elections in Slovakia were looked upon with great anticipation by both the conservative and liberal sides. The stakes were high: whether the Central European country would remain on a progressive road or take a national turn.

Péter Szitás
04.02.2024
Gen Z Gender Polarization: An Alarming Trend
OPINION

Gen Z Gender Polarization: An Alarming Trend

Generation Z women and men are becoming increasingly different in terms of political preferences. The continuation of this global trend, in which LGBTQ and gender ideology plays a significant role, could have serious consequences.

Joakim Scheffer
04.02.2024
‘A Keystone State Must Keep National Interests in Mind’ — An Interview with Carlos Roa
INTERVIEW

‘A Keystone State Must Keep National Interests in Mind’ — An Interview with Carlos Roa

An interview with US geopolitical analyst and Visiting Fellow at the Danube Institute Carlos Roa on the challenges of the EU, keystone states, the dangers of decoupling, and the ideological reading of the Russo–Ukrainian war.

Loretta Tóth
04.02.2024
Controversial Andrew Tate Calls PM Orbán ‘Based’, Vows to ‘invest $100 million in Hungary’
CURRENT

Controversial Andrew Tate Calls PM Orbán ‘Based’, Vows to ‘invest $100 million in Hungary’

Tate, who is currently being charged with serious crimes in Romania, was most likely impressed by the Hungarian Prime Minister’s conduct in Brussels.

Márton Losonczi
03.02.2024
National Museum of Photography to Open in 2025 in Budapest
CULTURE & SOCIETY

National Museum of Photography to Open in 2025 in Budapest

The National Museum of Photography, opening in 2025, will include over a thousand square metres of exhibition space, a specialized library, museum educational workshops, and professional events.

Ádám Bráder
03.02.2024
How Will Global Carbon Emission Be Reduced While Coal Use in Power Plants Continues to Increase?
OPINION

How Will Global Carbon Emission Be Reduced While Coal Use in Power Plants Continues to Increase?

Despite climate and clean energy transition targets, the current energy crisis has forced many countries to increase coal-based power generation. The question is: can we expect a turn in coal use in the shorter or longer term, and closely related to this, is there any other reason for the rise in coal use for energy than the energy crisis itself?

translated by Hungarian Conservative
03.02.2024
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