In a debate among mayoral candidates, incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass of the Democratic Party stated that she is not willing to reject a proposal by an LA Council Member that would allow non-citizens to vote in local elections in the city. That is despite the fact that it would be against federal law; and an identical law passed by the New York City Council was ruled unconstitutional already.

A new Chinese–Hungarian fantasy drama exploring identity, family tensions, and Budapest’s little-known Chinese community is set to arrive in Hungarian cinemas on 21 May. Not Me marks the feature film debut of Chinese-born director Zhang Ge and blends psychological conflict with supernatural elements.

A number of right-wing influencers and activists have reportedly had their UK entry permits revoked ahead of Tommy Robinson’s upcoming Unite the Kingdom rally, raising accusations that Keir Starmer’s government is using the ETA system to block political dissent and restrict critical voices on migration.

At the opening event for Ludovika Festival 2026, astronaut Tibor Kapu, the second Hungarian to visit outer space, gave a special lecture about his experiences with astronaut training and space travel. He was joined by the reserve crew member for the HUNOR programme, Gyula Cserényi.

‘One may ask why Rome has yet to publicly address the evils of Islam and communism as so many popes have done in the past.’

Violent unrest erupted in Paris after PSG qualified for the Champions League final, leaving 127 people arrested and multiple injured. National Rally leader Jordan Bardella condemned the scenes, arguing that public celebrations are increasingly marked by ‘insults, destruction, and threats’ in today’s ‘new’ France, promising to restore order if elected.

Hungary’s pavilion at the 61st Venice Biennale has opened with Pneuma Cosmic, an immersive installation by artist Endre Koronczi exploring airflow, breath and invisible natural forces through conceptual art and sound.

Hungarian broadcaster TV2 will discontinue its long-running news programme Tények as part of a broader restructuring aimed at overhauling the channel’s infotainment and news operations.

A response meant to challenge the ‘seesaw fallacy’ instead reinforces it. By shifting the focus from Islam’s long historical conflict with Christian Europe to Jewish–Muslim relations, critics illustrate the very confusion at the heart of the debate—conflating distinct histories into a single, misleading moral framework.

After a memorable 5–4 score in France, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich tied each other 1–1 in the rematch in Munich, Germany. This means that PSG will face Arsenal in Budapest, Hungary in the final, with a chance to become the first team to defend their UCL title since Real Madrid in 2018.

‘The contested Hungarian legislation prohibits exposing children to content that normalizes certain practices, such as transgenderism, sex change, or homosexuality…Other Hungarian laws contain similar provisions…These…were held to be contrary to EU law by the CJEU in its judgment of 21 April 2026, delivered in Full Court, that is, the Court’s most solemn formation.’

Addressing members of the Digital Civic Circles in a letter, Viktor Orbán called on supporters to begin reorganizing the ‘Hungarian right’ following the ‘earthquake-like electoral defeat’. The outgoing prime minister also claimed that Hungary is entering an era of ‘arbitrariness and overreach’ under the incoming Tisza government.

Hungarians, the Danube Institute’s new documentary, premiered in Budapest on 5 May, portraying the nation through self-told personal stories rather than narration. From Holocaust memory and Jewish identity to elite sport, architecture, and Ferencváros fandom, the film weaves diverse personal journeys into a powerful portrait of the Hungarian people.

Two new polls in Germany indicate a sharp decline in support for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government, while the Alternative für Deutschland continues its rise nationwide. Surveys by INSA and Forsa show deep voter dissatisfaction and growing openness to an unprecedented CDU–AfD coalition.

Hungary’s newly elected parliament will convene on Saturday, with Tisza Party leader Péter Magyar expected to be elected prime minister following April’s decisive election victory.

More than 60 Christians were killed when ISIS-linked militants infiltrated a funeral gathering in eastern Congo, disguising themselves as mourners before carrying out a coordinated massacre, according to Amnesty International. The report details systematic violence by Islamist fighters and highlights persistent security failures in the conflict-hit region.

AI-generated deepfake images of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have spread widely across social media, depicting her in sexualized ways and prompting sharp online reactions. Meloni condemned the content as ‘politically motivated attacks’, while implicitly reinforcing Italy’s ongoing regulatory crackdown on AI content.

Hungary’s incoming technology minister has outlined plans for a more efficient, transparent and sovereign government IT system, combining central standards with decentralized innovation.

The Hungarian Academy of Sciences elected geologist Mihály Pósfai as its 22nd president on 5 May, placing a highly decorated researcher at the helm of the country’s leading academic body. However, his family ties to incoming Minister of Interior Gábor Pósfai have drawn immediate scrutiny amid ongoing criticism over perceived nepotism around Hungary’s new government.

Can the new government remove the President of the Republic? Does a two-thirds electoral victory give the authority to dismiss public dignitaries? What can an amendment to the Fundamental Law achieve and what are its limits? After the inauguration of Péter Magyar as Prime Minister, a serious public law battle is set to begin.

With their 1–0 win over Atlético Madrid at home in London, UK, Arsenal advanced to their first UEFA Champions League final in 20 years. They will be playing either Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich at the Puskás Arena in Budapest, Hungary, on 30 May.

Alberta’s separatist movement reached a new milestone as organizers announced over 300,000 signatures for an independence petition—far surpassing the legal threshold required to trigger a referendum. Yet even as calls for a vote intensify, deep-rooted structural limitations continue to undermine the feasibility of the province leaving Canada.

‘The world economy is not simply in crisis—it has entered a new phase. In such a system, predictability fades, and stability becomes the exception rather than the rule.’

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord brings Darth Maul back to animation in a gritty, noir-infused thriller set one year after Revenge of the Sith. With Sam Witwer’s career-best performance, a surprise appearance, and a finale that ranks among the best in the franchise, the show delivers what we would expect.

PM Narendra Modi of India’s right-wing populist and nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the state legislative election in West Bengal, a state that Modi had never won in the three general elections in which he was elected Prime Minister by a landslide. In the state of Kerala, the last remaining communist-led state government in India was voted out.

Romania’s parliament has ousted Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan in a decisive no confidence vote, collapsing the pro-EU coalition and plunging the country into political uncertainty. The collapse raises concerns over reform paralysis, investor confidence, and shifting regional power dynamics.

Partizán is facing backlash from its progressive audience after airing an interview with Brazilian feminist activist Isabella Cêpa, with users condemning the content as ‘hate speech’ and threatening to withdraw support from the traditionally left-wing YouTube channel.

Hungary could soon restore full access to the Erasmus+ programme, as Tisza Party officials say negotiations are underway to remove restrictions and reopen opportunities for students.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico’s call to revive the Visegrád Four highlights a rapid regional recalibration after Viktor Orbán’s electoral defeat, which stripped him of his closest EU ally. Yet the outreach is already overshadowed by emerging tensions with incoming Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar, particularly over minority rights and the Beneš Decrees.

Hungary’s president has called for new legislation to balance child protection, EU law and constitutional requirements following a recent European court ruling.