Hungary Confronts Its Past: Secret Agent Files Opened, Live Government Press… ↗
Front page leadHungary is opening its communist-era secret police files, with a live government press conference covering the event and the nation facing its past.
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The news from HVG.hu heavily focuses on Hungary's reckoning with its past through the opening of communist-era secret police (ÁVH) files, with numerous articles discussing the implications, the scope of information, and personal accounts. Alongside this, there are reports on domestic political…
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Why Can We Only Know 53,000 Names from the Secret Tapes of the Kadar State… ↗
An analysis questions the limited number of names that can be revealed from the still highly secret magnetic tapes of the Kadar-era state security service.
'The Meetings Were Like a Bad Crime Novel' - Photographer Korniss Péter… ↗
Kossuth Prize-winning photographer Korniss Péter shares his personal experiences and reflections on his past involvement with the secret police.
'The Network Was Organized on a Patriotic Basis for Over 90 Percent From the… ↗
An interview discusses the recruitment methods and motivations behind the state security network, emphasizing a patriotic basis in the early 1960s.
Viktor Orbán, the Social Contact - How to Interpret the Former Prime… ↗
The article examines the interpretation of Viktor Orbán's 'File A', relating to his social connections during a period influenced by the state security apparatus.
Krisztián Ungváry: If Miklós Németh's Claim About Orbán Is True, He Committed… ↗
Historian Krisztián Ungváry states that if Miklós Németh's allegations about Viktor Orbán are accurate, an illegal act was committed.
Hungarian Industry Rebounded to 2021 Levels in September ↗
Data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office indicates that Hungarian industrial production in September returned to the levels seen in 2021.
Marabu Féknyúz: Disclosure ↗
A piece titled 'Marabu Féknyúz' discusses disclosure related to the secret agent files.
Trump Wanted a Historic Presidency, and Received It in the Form of a Historic… ↗
Donald Trump's ambition for a historic presidency was met with a significant defeat for the Republican party in the midterm elections.
The Majority in Both the House and Senate Belongs to the Democrats, Only the… ↗
Democrats have secured a majority in both the US House of Representatives and the Senate, with the exact margin of victory still to be determined. The report provides live updates.
'The American People Sent a Clear Message' - Barack Obama Evaluated the… ↗
Former US President Barack Obama commented on Facebook that the American electorate delivered a clear message through their votes in the midterm elections, leading to Republican losses.
Guardian Commentary: Even If American Democracy Can Be Saved from Trump… ↗
A Guardian commentary argues that while American democracy may be salvageable from Donald Trump's influence, European nations should learn from the events and their implications.
A Plane Carrying Serbian Politicians, Bound for Moscow, Was Turned Back ↗
A flight en route to Moscow carrying Serbian officials was diverted and not allowed to land.
Siklósi Beatrix Missed L. Simon's Support for Ókovács, L. Simon Says Nobody… ↗
Beatrix Siklósi expressed disappointment that L. Simon did not publicly support Ókovács, while L. Simon stated that his own dismissal was not questioned.
Gyula Harangozó on Ókovács's Dismissal: 'We Want a System Change, Not a… ↗
Gyula Harangozó commented on the dismissal of Ókovács, stating that the desire is for a systemic change within the Opera, not merely a change in government leadership.
Nagy Elek: If Necessary, I Will File a Complaint Following the HVG Article ↗
Nagy Elek announced that he will file a complaint if necessary, in response to an article published by HVG.
Liverpool Footballers Rival Each Other with Lamborghinis: Szoboszlai and… ↗
Football players from Liverpool, including Szoboszlai and Kerkez, are competing with each other by showcasing their expensive Lamborghini cars.
Boróka Parászka on Botond Feledy and Lázár: 'In This Damned, Corruption-Ridden… ↗
Boróka Parászka makes a critical comment about Botond Feledy and László Lázár, describing the rural areas as plagued by corruption and long-lasting shadows.
'Gyuri Baló Said Very Clearly, I'll Give You Money, Better Be a Confectioner… ↗
A quote reflects a sentiment that journalism in Hungary is no longer viable, with advice given to pursue a different profession like being a confectioner.
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