A new survey shows that Hungarian students value meaningful work, flexible conditions, and teamwork more than salary alone. For most, social impact, proximity to home, and opportunities for growth are key factors in choosing a job.
Hungary will host a new United Nations University institute in Kőszeg, focusing on peace, security, transformative technologies, and future-shaping social and economic processes, strengthening the country’s role in international research.
New York will host a Hungarian contemporary arts festival from 3–7 September, featuring exhibitions, theatre and dance performances, concerts, and workshops, offering American audiences a diverse introduction to today’s Hungarian art scene.
Hungary’s National Consumer Protection Authority has launched a nationwide review of video games to identify unfair commercial practices, with special focus on mechanisms that target minors and encourage excessive spending.
Blue Heron, a Canadian-Hungarian co-production directed by Sophy Romvari, won the Best First Feature Award at the 78th Locarno Film Festival, marking a major international recognition for the young filmmaker’s debut.
Chinese automaker BYD will expand its retail and service network in Hungary with five new dealerships opening in late 2025, strengthening its presence beyond Budapest and offering its full range of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles nationwide.
Hungary’s MÁV Group has launched a nationwide station renovation programme covering more than 30 locations in 14 counties, investing 15 billion forints from its own resources and the Hungarian Village Programme to modernize rail travel.
Miskolc has launched the UrbanTech Platform in partnership with universities, research institutes, and municipalities to drive AI-powered urban innovation, digitalization, and data-driven public services across Hungary and beyond.
The Connexions – CEE Deep Tech Summit will bring together leading global experts in space, biotech, medtech, and cybersecurity in Budapest on 11 September, aiming to boost the international visibility of the region’s deep tech ecosystem.
This year’s St Stephen’s Day celebration promises the most spectacular fireworks in its history, with over 45,000 light and pyrotechnic effects spread across a nearly five-kilometre display area, accompanied by a drone show and light projections.
Hungary’s largest pump track has opened in Zamárdi, offering cyclists of all skill levels a new attraction on the shores of Lake Balaton. The 67-million-forint project is expected to boost tourism and promote active lifestyle.
Record-breaking heatwaves are sweeping across Europe and beyond, with temperatures nearing 40°C in parts of the continent. Scientists warn the extreme weather is a clear sign of climate change, while fires and health risks escalate across affected regions.
The Sziget Festival drew 416,000 visitors this year, a 5 per cent increase over 2024, thanks to fresh concepts, a younger audience, and diverse programming. Despite the boost, the event still fell short of profitability but showed improved results.
On Saturday, aviation fans can explore rare airport vehicles, meet well-known pilots, and enjoy behind-the-scenes experiences during Aeropark’s Night of the Airport, celebrating Ferihegy’s 75th anniversary with unique programmes and scenic flights.
Hungary needs leadership accepted by all and capable of preserving peace, security, and economic growth, a role only Viktor Orbán can fulfill today, said his political director Balázs Orbán in an online interview on Monday.
On International Youth Day, Hungary’s media authority highlights the need for families to gain the skills necessary for safe and conscious digital device use, stressing both the opportunities and hidden risks of online life for younger generations.
A new survey by the Szent István Institute and Nézőpont Institute shows nearly 60 per cent of Hungarians prefer government support for buying a home over rental housing construction, with ownership seen as a key to stability and independence.
In his latest Blue Planet podcast, former Hungarian President János Áder spoke with energy expert Attila Aszódi about rising summer electricity demand, the shift toward electrification, and why nuclear energy may be essential for meeting climate targets.
A high-tech traffic monitoring system near Budaörs creates a real-time digital twin of an 800-metre highway section, aiming to improve road safety, prevent accidents, and even reduce phantom traffic jams through 3D visualization and driver alerts.
Hungary has launched a 12-billion-forint grant programme to promote the creation of geothermal-based electricity and heat production systems. The second geothermal call for proposals is open for public feedback until 18 August, the Ministry of Energy announced.
Hungary’s public finances remain stable as the government pursues Europe’s largest tax reduction programme while staying committed to fiscal discipline, debt reduction, and keeping the budget deficit within its revised target.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reaffirmed that the essence of the ‘Hungarian dream’ lies in owning a home, not renting, while outlining the government’s family-friendly policies, the Home Start housing programme, and Hungary’s firm stance against migration in a wide-ranging radio interview.
The Museum of Ethnography in Budapest has won three Red Dot Awards in the Brands & Communication Design category, honoring its permanent collection exhibition, multimedia solutions, and the catalouge of the ZOOM exhibition.
Hungary’s AI commissioner László Palkovics says artificial intelligence is unlikely to become self-aware under its current structure and stresses that Hungary has all the key components needed to develop sector-specific AI systems powered by local data.
Budapest hotels reached over 86 per cent occupancy during the 40th Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, hosting nearly 100,000 guests, mostly from abroad, as Formula 1 boosted tourism and accommodation demand across the capital and nearby towns.
Budapest moviegoers will have one last chance to see all eight Harry Potter films on the big screen in restored 4K before they are pulled from cinemas due to the upcoming TV remake, with screenings running from 7 August to 1 October.
The 31st Sziget Festival kicks off with higher ticket sales than last year, more Hungarian visitors, and headliners like Charli XCX, Shawn Mendes, and Post Malone. Organizers promise a refreshed layout and hundreds of performances from around the world.
Students from Bodrogkeresztúr’s Eötvös József Primary School claimed first place in their category at the prestigious 2024/2025 FIRST LEGO League world final in Hong Kong, surpassing more than 6,000 teams from around the globe.
A new study by Hungary’s National Media and Infocommunications Authority shows that Hungarian youth rarely give their smartphones a break, with daily usage patterns tied to gender, age, location, and mental wellbeing, revealing sharp contrasts between younger and older users’ habits.
Hungary’s Agriculture Ministry has announced the establishment of the Forestry Climate Adaptation Forum, tasked with developing a national forestry climate adaptation strategy and an action plan for the Great Hungarian Plain to counter the impacts of climate change.