Who has scored the most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot? Plus: World Cup teams stuck on nul points and teams who broke their duck with a drubbing The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
Lawyer says Orbán should have been detained over Ukrainian cash convoy raid A lawyer for seven Ukrainians detained in Hungary after a cash convoy raid says ex-PM Viktor Orbán and three other officials should have been held — and suggests prosecutors may be shielding Orbán from the investigation. Euronews · Jun 30
Over 95 million people in Europe face temperatures above 35°C Tuesday Europe is slowly recovering from its most severe heatwave ever, though over 95 million people will still endure 35C temperatures on Tuesday. This early summer scorcher has caused excess deaths and school closures. Millions in eastern and southern Europe, including Hungary, Romania, and parts of Spain and Italy, remain under… The Economic Times · Jun 30
Crowning a healthy populism Conventional wisdom has it that an autocratic ethnonationalist backlash against global capitalism and liberal democracy is driving 21st-century politics. Yet recent developments have shown the political revolt to be more nuanced. In an era of rapid technological and economic change, people invariably look to the past. But nostalgia can inspire… Bangkok Post · Jun 29
Explainer: Why Péter Magyar is reluctant to align with the EU on Ukraine Hungary's new prime minister ended Budapest's veto on Ukraine's EU accession talks in June, but is resisting further progress, citing minority rights, Western Balkans fairness, and domestic political pressures. Here's why he's digging in. Euronews · Jun 29
What happens when lightning strikes the Eiffel Tower? The heatwave that's seen much of northern Europe melting in the past week is moving eastwards, with Germany and Hungary reaching or exceeding 40°C in the past 24 hours. France 24 · Jun 29
Venice Commission experts to investigate Magyar's push to remove Hungary's president The Venice Commission will visit Hungary on Thursday to assess a constitutional amendment that would remove President Tamás Sulyok from office. Both the president and PM Péter Magyar's government say they are open to talks with the delegation. Euronews · Jun 29
Germany, Czechia, Poland and Hungary swelter through hottest days on record Heat records of over 40C set as extreme weather spreads east, with more than 191m in Europe enduring 35C or above The Guardian - UK · Jun 28
Europe heatwave: 191 million people to face 35C+ temperatures on Sunday Europe is bracing for a scorching Sunday as an estimated 191 million people are expected to face temperatures of 35C or higher, particularly in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland. Millions more will experience heat above 30C. This widespread heatwave is impacting large swathes of Central and Eastern Europe,… The Economic Times · Jun 28
Tens of thousands march in the first Budapest Pride since Viktor Orbán was voted out Tens of thousands are gathering in Hungary's capital for the 31st annual Budapest Pride The Independent UK · Jun 27
Europe's best lakes for a safe summer dip, from the Italian Alps to the Hungarian plains The report ranked European countries for their abundance of lakes rated as “excellent”, meaning their water quality was safe for swimming. Euronews · Jun 26
Divorce, Italian style: Is Meloni-Trump row bringing Europe closer together? Has Trump whispering run its course? Ask the now departing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who famously brought that letter of invitation from the king to the Oval Office, or Hungary’s ousted leader Viktor Orban. And how about the very public breakup with the only European leader invited to Donald… France 24 · Jun 25
Hungarian 'Cannibal' Hospital Worker 'Prepared Food From Corpses' After Raiding Graves and Morgues A Hungarian hospital worker accused of cannibalism allegedly ate human remains collected from graves and hospitals, as police uncovered skulls, limbs, and a face made from skin. International Business Times UK · Jun 24
EU scales back Ukraine's accession timetable due to Hungarian resistance Faced with renewed resistance from Hungary, the EU has been forced to change plans and now aims to unblock two, rather than five, accession clusters with Ukraine and Moldova before the summer break. Euronews · Jun 24
Euronews · Jun 24 Seal at Hungarian zoo brushes teeth A seal at Nyíregyháza Zoo in Hungary brushes its teeth in the Arctic Ice World exhibit, showcasing daily care and animal enrichment activities.
The Independent UK · Jun 23 Leaders of four Central European countries meet in Hungary to reboot regional group The leaders of four Central European countries have revived their regional alliance, the Visegrád Four, during a meeting in Hungary
AAP · Jun 22 PM Magyar moves to oust Hungary president, Orban allies Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has announced a shake-up of the top ranks of state institutions and a constitutional amendment to remove the president.
Euronews · Jun 19 EU Commission approves Hungary's revised €10bn recovery plan at Magyar's first EU summit The Commission has given rapid approval to the document submitted by the new government, which could be the key to unlocking €10 billion in recovery funds.
Euronews · Jun 19 EU leaders debate Ukraine as Costa opens diplomatic channel with Kremlin EU leaders wrapped up talks in Brussels after President António Costa opened a diplomatic channel with the Kremlin. Volodymyr Zelenskyy renewed his call for fast-track EU membership, while Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar made his European Council debut.
Euronews · Jun 19 From oak forests to steppe lakes: Central Europe's five best summer destinations Bored of the crowded seasides, the heat island big cities? Visit Central Europe's lakes, zoos and other exciting places that can unite all generations.
Euronews · Jun 18 Péter Magyar's EU summit debut signals Hungarian reset after change of guard Magyar was met with optimism at his first EU summit in Brussels, while Orbán rallied far-right allies nearby at much smaller venue urging him to veto the bloc's next seven-year budget. For the institutions, the Orbán era is over.
Motorsport · Jun 18 Jorge Martin responds to Aprilia criticism: ‘We shouldn’t shoot ourselves in the foot’ Martin at odds with Aprilia over the cause of his Hungary crash as he calls for unity within the team
The Economic Times · Jun 16 AI in Hungary could unlock productivity gains of €15 billion: McKinsey McKinsey projects AI could boost Hungary's productivity by €15 billion by 2030, helping close the gap with European neighbours. However, lagging adoption risks further divergence. Executives highlight potential cost transformations, faster service delivery, and the imperative of global competitiveness to avoid being outpaced by foreign AI adopters.
Fortune · Jun 15 BYD wants to become the world’s largest automaker. Stella Li is taking that pitch on the road Stella Li has driven BYD’s rapid transformation into the world’s largest EV maker, spearheading its global expansion across Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Motorsport · Jun 15 Brno, Spa, Italy, Hungary? How DTM wants to expand its calendar for 2027 DTM would like to hold a ninth event in 2027 and become more international: Which tracks are candidates and why the search is not easy