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The news on 24.hu covers significant domestic Hungarian political and social issues, including the appointment of a new president, allegations of child abuse in care homes, and concerns about a new asset recovery office. There's also news on infrastructure projects like the metro and a scandal…
This is a profile piece on Andras Baka, who has been appointed as the new President of Hungary. The article suggests he will not use a 'fountain pen,' possibly hinting at a more modern or less formal approach to the presidency. Magyar Peter wished the new head of state well.
A report reveals shocking conditions in child protection services, with instances of sexual abuse occurring in exchange for food in some institutions.
Actor György Cserhalmi is to be awarded the Hungarian Order of Merit Grand Cross this year, a significant state honor.
The news program Híradó is set to restart on public media on August 20th, a significant date in Hungary.
The extension of the 3rd metro line in Budapest is facing a 20-year delay in reaching Kaposzaszmegyer as the final destination due to issues with Russian-made train cars.
Melléthei-Barna states that the newly formed asset recovery office will not operate like the feared ÁVH (State Security Organization), addressing potential concerns about its powers.
The Ministry of Agriculture allegedly handed over confidential documents concerning a 'Fidesz land mafia' to a lawyer affiliated with the Fidesz party, raising questions of impropriety.
The mayor of Encs, a town in Hungary, rescued five abandoned puppies, describing the perpetrators as 'heartless'.
