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The front page of 444.hu features a mix of domestic political news, environmental concerns, technological advancements, and lifestyle topics. A prominent story details how an organization initially funded for religious publications ended up producing Fidesz campaign materials. Another highlights a…
An investigation revealed that a Fidesz-affiliated organization in North Pest, initially receiving state funds for religious publications, ultimately used them to produce Fidesz campaign materials, raising questions about the use of public funds.
László Gajdos, the minister responsible for the environment, met with grassroots water conservation activists, indicating a potential shift towards a new water and landscape management approach in Hungary. This is notable as the previous government did not engage with these groups.
Scientists are calling for a slowdown in the development of artificial intelligence, warning that humanity might not be able to keep pace with or control the technology, potentially leading to significant problems.
A new study suggests that organic eggs could have a more negative impact on climate change due to significantly higher carbon dioxide emissions compared to eggs from caged hens.
Due to record-low water levels, the dried-up riverbed of the Danube is now accessible for cycling between Budapest and Vác. While Budapest's water supply is stable, long-term solutions are needed.
Taxi services in Budapest will become more expensive starting this Saturday, with an additional airport surcharge also being introduced.
A provocative book by Balázs Szendőfi, which some internet users find outrageous, highlights the urgent need to address climate change impacts on Hungary's surface waters to prevent their depletion.
A new bestseller offers an inside look into the secretive Trump administration, describing a rule of 'no rules' that everyone must follow, creating a mix of ridicule and dread at the highest levels of power.
