Kylie Jenner’s Budapest private jet sparks outrage over climate impact

Kylie Jenner faced a storm of criticism online after her private jet was tracked making a very short stop in Budapest. The flight data, shared on Reddit, fueled debate about the environmental impact of celebrity travel. The post, shared on the...

My Europe: Hungary and political ad bans on social media

The first round of the Polish presidential election was held on May 18. In what was a very heated campaign, political parties and a number of newly established proxy organizations (e.g. Facebook pages run by fake political NGOs) in Poland together...

Babiš is back: Billionaire's return steers Czechia away from Ukraine and toward Hungary and Slovakia

PRAGUE — Four years ago, it seemed that the days in politics of billionaire Andrej Babiš were numbered. The ANO movement Babiš created (an abbreviation of Action of Dissatisfied Citizens that means “Yes” in Czech) to counter mainstream political...

Babiš is back: Billionaire’s return steers Czechia away from Ukraine and toward Hungary and Slovakia

PRAGUE (AP) — Four years ago, it seemed that the days in politics of billionaire Andrej Babiš were numbered. The ANO movement Babiš created (an abbreviation of Action of Dissatisfied Citizens that means “Yes” in Czech) to counter mainstream...

Budapest-Croatia travel boost: Croatia completes last section of A5 motorway – ceremonial opening tomorrow!

After years of anticipation, a continuous motorway link between Hungary and Croatia will soon be fully operational, marking a major milestone in regional transport and economic development. On Monday, 6 October 2025, the last section of Croatia’s...

Ashish N Soni’s Couture Precision To Meet R|Elan's Innovation At Lakmē Fashion Week

Last Updated:October 05, 2025, 13:41 IST At the Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI 2025, Ashish N Soni will collaboration with R|Elan to unveils his latest collection - The Soiree at the Grand Budapest Hotel. Ashish N Soni to unveil The Soirée at the Grand...

It’s decided: This man could be the USA’s next ambassador to Budapest

US President Donald Trump has nominated New York businessman Benjamin Landa as the United States’ next ambassador to Hungary, several American and Hungarian outlets, including Belaaz, Mandiner and HVG, have reported. The nomination still requires...

F1 Race Today: Singapore Grand Prix 2025 start time, TV channel and FREE live stream

McLaren can win the constructors' championship TODAY (Sunday, October 5) at the Singapore Grand Prix. The team's two drivers' championship protagonists Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri just need to score 13 points between them for McLaren to claim...

Orbán: “If something flies into Hungary that does not belong to us, we will shoot it down”

Stay updated on the latest news from Hungary by signing up for the free InsightHungary newsletter. Orban on Ukraine: “We don't know where its borders are" “My colleagues who disagree with me are attacking me from all sides Both the committee...

Thousands march at banned Pécs Pride in Hungary

On Saturday afternoon, the 5th Pécs Pride took place, Hungary’s only regular LGBTQ+ march outside Budapest, despite being banned under the country’s new assembly law. The ban was upheld by the Supreme Court, but the organisers confirmed that the...

Hungary clings to Russian oil, gas as EU and NATO push to cut supplies

As the European Union pushes to fully sever its reliance on Russian energy and the administration of US President Donald Trump urges NATO members to abandon Russian oil, one country's populist government stands firm. Hungary and its leader, Prime...

Hungary clings to Russian oil and gas as EU and NATO push to cut supplies

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Shooting in Hungarian schools? Parents are not happy about the Defence Basics subject

The planned air rifle shooting as part of the school Defence Basics subject divides parents: while some view it positively for sports and discipline, others are concerned about firearm use in class. Do kids need another extra subject, or would...

10 Great Movies That Inspired Classic Rock & Metal Songs

Music and movies have always been paired, and many classic rock and metal songs were directly inspired by some of the best films of all time. Inspiration is a big part of art, and one amazing piece of expression can influence another. Few art...

Highland Park Strings celebrating ‘300 Years of Great Music’ during its 47th season

Lawrence “Larry” Block plans every season for the Highland Park Strings. It’s a labor of love that the founder, general manager, and co-principal cellist of the group just completed for the 47th time. Block joked that when he started the group,...

Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday for St James’ Park clash

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (2pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to follow up...

How to watch Arsenal vs West Ham: live stream Premier League 2025/26 game, TV channels, preview, team news

The Arsenal vs West Ham live stream sees the home side out to win three points and keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool. Two late goals at St. James’ Park last weekend ensured that Arsenal took full advantage of Liverpool’s defeat...

Art Market Budapest, MTK Sportpark, 17 - 19 October

Art Market Budapest, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading international art fair and one of Europe’s significant contemporary art events brings a special experience to art lovers and art professionals for the 15th occasion in October 2025....

Art All Around Us: Discover 360 Design Budapest at Buda Castle

Between October 9 and 19, the 360 Design Budapest exhibition will once again open its doors in the Buda Castle District, where visitors can view some 400 creations by nearly 100 Hungarian and regional designers and manufacturers. The aim of the...

Hungary unwilling to share Ukraine’s fate, PM says

BUDAPEST, October 3. /TASS/. The Hungarian people don’t want to die for Kiev’s interests or share Ukraine’s fate, Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban said. "We don’t want to share their fate. If we take in Ukraine [into the EU], we are at war...