Glenn Fahey, Catherine L’Ecuyer, János Setényi, and Avrum Tomer have discussed the benefits and drawbacks of using new technology, primarily AI, in the public education system to teach our children on Day 2 of the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s Budapest Budapest Summit on Technology and Society.
‘ART CORNER is an ongoing project by Hotel Clark and Leo Bistro that brings art into everyday life, in a relaxed and welcoming setting. The Last Romantics is a perfect example of this mission: an exhibition that honours the past, embraces the present, and offers classical beauty to every visitor.’
‘Hungary views Uzbekistan as an important partner in Central Asia, while Tashkent, in turn, sees Hungary as a potential “entry point” into the EU economic space. Key drivers of future growth could include the development of production and logistics chains in pharmaceuticals and agriculture, as well as the promotion of Uzbek textiles, agricultural goods, and other products in the Hungarian market.’
‘In June 2024 Hungarian eco-activists participated in the International Environmental Camp in Samarkand, organized by the Zamin Foundation with the support of the Ministry of Ecology, UNICEF, UNDP, FAO, and other partners. This event strengthened the ties between the youth of both countries, laying the groundwork for a new generation of environmentally responsible leaders.’
‘As someone who is politically homeless, I have no interest in producing propaganda for any government or its leader. But I do believe Hungary’s policies—particularly its border fence and stringent asylum processes—offer a compelling case study in slowing mass immigration, especially from Islamic-majority countries.’
Major bookmakers are already taking bets for the winner of the 2028 US presidential election. According to the odds, Vice President JD Vance is the favourite right now, followed by, surprisingly, a third term by President Trump.
‘The story of Cardinal Kung is that of a faithful shepherd—a saintly figure who refused to renounce God and His Church, despite the consequences of a life sentence imposed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Three months before his arrest in 1955, then-Bishop Kung stood by his clergy and the faithful in China, rejecting numerous offers of safe passage out of the country.’
Preserving native species and biodiversity is essential in slowing the spread of invasive species and minimizing their damage, emphasized former President János Áder and ecologist László Garamszegi in the latest episode of the Blue Planet podcast.
The first Termez Dialogue brought together leaders, experts, and stakeholders from Central and South Asia to discuss regional connectivity, peace, and development. Held in the historic city of Termez, the forum emphasized shared heritage and the urgent need for cooperation on trade, infrastructure, and stability across the region.
‘It is important to understand the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate’s place in the intricate interplay of local and international as well as sacred and profane interests that often seems to govern every important decision in the Holy Land. Pious pronouncements…from Europe and elsewhere abroad almost invariably collapse under the weight of the sheer complexity of local realities…’
‘[Elvira Valentini] had always been interested in the flora of the Balkans…She thought that in Fiume, after teaching, she would explore the countryside and continue her scientific work. But that was not to be. A few months later, war broke out, and her family called Elvira home, asking her to stay there. The shot fired in Sarajevo thus marked not only the beginning of the First World War, but also the end of an ambitious Hungarian woman’s scientific career.’
In the most lopsided scoreline in the history of the finals of the primary European club competition, Paris Saint-Germain beat Internazionale 5–0 in Munich, Germany. Transylvanian Hungarian István Kovács refereed the historic game.
‘The Beginning of the World also responds to our emotional needs. It skillfully brings together personal experience, scientific arguments, and the fears and doubts we all have. It gives space to the human aspect. But it also offers us the chance to transcend, at the level of action, our everyday weaknesses, both individual and human.’
‘Overall, it is clear that Kraus was a religious Israeli Hungarian publicist who rightly earned the communist dictatorship’s ire. To hinder his activities, a covert procedure was launched, and his conversations and correspondence were monitored both directly and indirectly; in other words, he was treated as an enemy of the regime for decades.’
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 us look at the story of Mihály Fabriczy Kováts, whose name is even commemorated on a plaque in Charles Town, West Virginia.
CPAC Hungary 2025 continued on its Day 2 with speeches by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó of Hungary and by one of the most anticipated guests at the event, the leader of the German AfD party Alice Weidel.
Political director to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Balázs Orbán sat down with US political commentator Dave Rubin for a brief discussion during CPAC Hungary 2025. Their conversation focused on Hungary’s distinctive conservative approach to key issues such as border protection, the war in Ukraine, and also touched upon the upcoming 2026 parliamentary elections.
The fourth annual CPAC Hungary is currently taking place in Budapest, Hungary, the first under the Presidency of Donald Trump in the United States—’the Age of the Patriots’, as the organizers refer to it. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary delivered the keynote speech for the illustrious event.
Hungary’s media authority has awarded over 127 million forints to support new TV content, while issuing fines to TV2 for misclassifying the Rise of the Raven series and to Hír TV for volume regulation violations. Further investigations into TV2 are underway.
Budapest’s House of Music received a special prize at the European Museum of the Year Award in Poland, praised for its visitor-focused innovation, interactive exhibits, and community-building role in promoting music culture for all generations.
Budapest Zoo kicks off its Evening Walks series this Thursday, offering visitors exclusive behind-the-scenes access to animal care areas, including the vet clinic, Shark School, and exotic bird nursery—led by expert keepers after regular hours.
‘The Mathias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) offers an incomparable career path as the flagship of Hungarian talent education, from the age of ten to the doctorate. MCC’s free programmes complement public and higher education to provide students with practice-oriented training that responds to the challenges of the 21st century.’
European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport Glenn Micallef has proposed the exclusion of athletes from a country engaged in a legitimate war of self-defence against a terrorist organization. The EU was preparing further measures against Israel, although Hungary intervened.
When a Korean couple discovered lángos during a trip to Budapest, they didn’t just bring back memories—they brought back a mission. Today, their Seoul restaurant, The Langos, is serving up Hungary’s favourite fried dough to a growing crowd of curious locals and Hungarian expats.
The infantry company of the Hungarian Defence Forces’ György Klapka 1st Armoured Brigade has successfully executed a highly sophisticated offensive operation during an international military exercise, showcasing exceptional professionalism, operational proficiency, and steadfast commitment to defence readiness.
Famed Canadian psychologist and philosopher Jordan Peterson has recently appeared as the guest on a show by the popular YouTube channel Jubilee, where he debated 20 atheists taking turns who were trying to disprove four statements he made about religion and atheism.
Hungary is nearing full employment with over 4.6 million working, but key sectors face labour shortages. State Secretary Sándor Czomba warns of long-term demographic decline and stresses upskilling, regional job creation, and prioritizing Hungarian workers amid potential EU expansion.
‘French chanson has always gone beyond melody. It demands reflection—on fame, identity and the role of the performer. Brassens defends privacy with irony, Brel pleads for fleeting adoration through fantasy and Balavoine anticipates the emptiness behind applause.’
In this historical article, we take a look at the two earliest political parties vying for power in the United States, Alexander Hamilton’s Federalist Party against Thomas Jefferson and James Madison’s Democratic–Republican Party.
Hungarians are increasingly turning to the internet not just for shopping but to handle everyday tasks—from banking to travel planning. According to NMHH, online transactions are rising steadily, even when they come with a price tag for convenience.