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The front page of 444.hu features several domestic political and economic stories, including allegations of hidden public spending by the Hungarian National Bank and concerns about corruption related to EU funds. International news includes a diplomatic incident involving a provocative question…
Transparency International requested data on contracts exceeding 5 million forints from the National Bank of Hungary. The MNB refused, claiming it is not a budgetary body. This tactic was previously used by the Matolcsy-founded Pallas Athéné foundations, but the Constitutional Court ruled that the…
A German journalist's provocative question to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy during a press conference in Belgrade, asking what Europeans could do to help kill more Russian soldiers, has led to a diplomatic scandal and an international arrest warrant from Russia.
A state-sponsored disco was held at Kossuth Square to celebrate Hungary's August 20th national day. The Prime Minister was not present but was seen mingling with the partygoers.
The head of the Integrity Authority stated that caution is needed to prevent the spending of large new EU funds from becoming a corruption risk, as such situations often attract those who seek to exploit opportunities.
Many members of the Tisza Szigetek felt abandoned after the elections, and Péter Magyar's movement is now attempting to revitalize the organization.
Decision-makers believe the introduction of a transitional period in state media was a mistake, but the current situation must be managed until a permanent leadership arrives in October. The law is described as flawed, with opaque personnel decisions and significant financial issues at the public…
The independent mayor of Zebegény, known for previous controversial bans, is described as using familiar tactics including EU tenders awarded to his own companies, building village accommodations, and manipulating asset declarations. He is also connected to state officials through a public-funded…
