Special Hungary

Why do Hungarians wear ribbons in the national colours in mid-March? What is the most beloved spice in Hungarian cuisine? How do Easter traditions in Hungary differ from those elsewhere? You’ll find the answers to these and many other cultural curiosities in our Special Hungary section. Here, the Daily News Hungary editorial team shares engaging facts, customs, and stories that help you better understand the everyday life, heritage, and mindset of the Hungarian people. Whether you’re living here, visiting, or simply curious, these articles offer a deeper insight into what makes Hungary truly unique.
Asian guest workers Hungary jobs risk government crackdown minimum wage

Good news for guest workers: minimum wage may increase significantly in Hungary

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Advent Basilica Christmas market budapest

St Stephen’s Basilica: A timeless landmark and architectural treasure in the heart of Budapest – a 2026 guide

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Cosy, family-friendly Christmas market in Budapest

A cosy, family-friendly Christmas market is opening in Budapest: the perfect spot if you dislike crowds!

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Hungarian MOL to boost its crude oil deliveries to Serbia

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL will further boost its deliveries of crude to Serbia in December, FM Szijjártó said. #peterszijjarto #mol #crudeoil #oil

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Opposition supporters were listed after the Tisza data leak

Orbán cabinet listed government employees who support the opposition — some even got fired

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Hungarian-Romanian alliance for nuclear energy

Hungarian-Romanian alliance to protect the so-called utility price reduction scheme

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Orbán cabinet prepares to ban advertising drugs

The Hungarian government prepares to ban “advertising” drugs in certain works

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PM Viktor Orbán Fdiesz Hungarian government

Orbán cabinet: Ukraine runs a corruption machine at the highest state level

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Same-sex marriage

A landmark ruling: Same-sex marriage could become recognised in Hungary too!

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Orbán

PM Orbán’s election campaign kicked off: they say Magyar’s Tisza would introduce an austerity package

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PM Orbán's convoy suffered accident

Breaking news – PM Orbán’s convoy involved in accident, several bodyguards hospitalised

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Flores-man

Shocking discovery: Did the Flores man not go extinct after all?

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Hungary’s Salon Candy of the Year is here – taste it in this charming small town

A caramelised white chocolate-covered, Lotus biscuit caramel salon candy has been awarded Hungary's best - here you can buy it. #szaloncukor #christmas #award

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casino online gambling

Top online casino trends to watch in 2025

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Budapest at night Hungary news orbán

Top Hungary news: Orbán may travel to Moscow, helicopter crash, Wizz Air, moving to Hungary – 25 November, 2025

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Orbán Putin peace mission Slovakia

BREAKING – PM Orbán may meet Putin on Friday in Moscow

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Péter Magyar Tisza Party

Péter Magyar: National Bank Governor Varga was unwilling to surrender to mafia boss PM Orbán

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Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson comes to Budapest next year

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Apple harvest in Hungary

Apple harvest in Hungary plummets to record low amid extreme weather conditions

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Hungarian Olympic and World Champion Gábor Benedek

98-year-old Hungarian Olympic and world champion still exercises 3-4 hours a day

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Zelensky peace deal

BREAKING – Ukraine agrees to peace deal, can the document be signed in Budapest?

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Wizz Air Cologne Romanian passengers

Romanians tried to catch up with a Wizz Air plane on foot in Germany – video

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Hungary airlines Budapest airport

Airlines fined for consumer protection violations in Hungary

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The drones of Ukraine’s Hungarian hero blew up a thermal power plant near Moscow

The drones of Ukraine’s Hungarian hero blew up a thermal power plant near Moscow

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Marco Rossi

After the fiasco against the Irish, Marco Rossi wants to leave: leaked news on the likely decision – updated

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dogs-human-bond

Dogs may have been human’s best friend 14,000 years ago

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Mysterious military helicopter crash: Hungarian ministry silent, Croatia speaks out

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Road development-Croatia

Major road development launched in Croatia, with significant benefits ahead for Hungarian transport

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filmora travel

How to make a travel map video: Filmora Route Animation step-by-step

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Top Hungary news 3 January

Top Hungary news: new train service, Jewish Quarter, ice rink, Hungarian films, Christmas tree – 24 November, 2025

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Hungary's 'national Christmas tree

Photos, video: The nation’s Christmas tree will shine brightly, standing tall in front of the Hungarian Parliament

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Murdered Japanese mother Megumi Anderson

Hungarian child protection’s controversial decision on who can raise murdered Japanese mother Megumi’s children

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