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The news on Telex focuses on Hungarian domestic affairs, including political developments, economic news, and social issues. International news regarding Ukraine and a product recall are also featured.
Ukraine's Deputy Head of the Presidential Office announced that President Zelensky has been invited to Hungary's October 23rd commemoration in Budapest, though his attendance is uncertain.
Agnes Forsthoffer met with her Ukrainian counterpart in Rome, marking the first meeting between the speakers of the Hungarian and Ukrainian parliaments since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Following an audit of the Kisfaludy tourism program, the minister reported that 23,000 contracts were reviewed and significant abuses were found, leading to a report of suspected embezzlement causing substantial financial harm.
A Budapest general assembly meeting was marked by shouting and the presence of Unicum, concluding in under half an hour.
CEU researchers analyzed the popularity of prime ministers and candidates over 32 years, with this year's data collected in the summer showing Magyar Péter significantly ahead of Orbán.
György Matolcsy is giving a defense speech on YouTube, asserting that the central bank performed well during his tenure, and he has been summoned by a parliamentary committee investigating the MNB case.
A Temu ninja costume has been recalled because the attached ribbons pose a risk of injury to those who wear it.
Tesla has showcased its new sports car in Texas, with Elon Musk asserting its capability to fly, demonstrated with smoke and lights.
Wages are increasing, inflation is decreasing, and real wage growth has reached a significant level.
A multi-part series by G7 details how the Hungarian Competition Authority became a political tool under the "NER" (National Cooperation System), citing incidents like Szijjártó Péter's photo in the office, a pro-Pócs president, shouting, vulgar threats, and employees suffering from fainting spells.
