Inflation reaches a six-month high due to rising fuel prices ↗
Front page leadFuel price increases have pushed inflation to a level not seen in half a year, impacting the Hungarian economy.
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Hungarian news outlet HVG.hu features a mix of domestic and international news. Domestically, stories focus on economic issues like inflation and fuel prices, political procurement controversies, a union's criticism of government interference in academia, and the prosecution of Viktor Orbán's…
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Government procurement questioned: Can Mészáros be excluded from a major… ↗
The question of whether Lőrinc Mészáros can be excluded from a significant government procurement project is being raised, indicating potential shifts in the post-NER (National Cooperation System) landscape.
Union warns government against political interference in academia ↗
Following an agent file error, a trade union has urged the government to withdraw political influence from academia, citing potential for errors and irreversible damage.
HVG photos show Orbán Áron being taken to Gyorskocsi Street prison ↗
Photographs published by HVG depict Áron Orbán, the brother of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, being transported to the Gyorskocsi Street detention center.
Áron Orbán also appears on Fidesz's victim tableau ↗
Áron Orbán has been added to the Fidesz party's 'victim tableau,' a list typically associated with those perceived as targeted or persecuted.
Viktor Orbán's brother not a profit-maximizing businessman ↗
An analysis suggests that Áron Orbán, Viktor Orbán's younger brother, cannot be described as a businessman focused on maximizing profits, given his business dealings.
NATO could attack Russia the moment Putin's first soldier crosses the border ↗
A theoretical scenario suggests that NATO would launch an immediate attack on Russia if any Russian soldier crosses the border into a NATO member state.
Rogán-Szendrei Cecília fined 180,000 HUF for villa construction ↗
Cecília Szendrei Rogán has been issued a fine of 180,000 Hungarian Forints for issues related to the construction of her villa in Tihany.
Matolcsy Ádám's brother-in-law buys villa in Hegyvidék ↗
The brother-in-law of Ádám Matolcsy, Governor of the Hungarian National Bank, has purchased a villa in the Hegyvidék district of Budapest.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs launches investigation into Vojvodina mail-in voting ↗
The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated an investigation concerning mail-in voting procedures in Vojvodina.
Győr Audi ETO KC faces financial difficulties, sponsorship uncertain ↗
The women's handball team Győr Audi ETO KC is experiencing financial problems, with the sponsorship from Audi also becoming uncertain.
Magyar Péter appoints new head of intelligence service top body ↗
Péter Magyar has appointed the new director of the top body of the secret service, a significant move within Hungarian intelligence structures.
Chancellor of the University of Szeged dismissed ↗
Judit Fendler, the Chancellor of the University of Szeged, has been dismissed from her position.
Increased risk of high blood pressure after mild COVID-19 ↗
A study indicates that even mild cases of COVID-19 can lead to an increased risk of developing high blood pressure.
Carlo Masala: In Russia's place, I would attack Europe before 2029 ↗
Geopolitical analyst Carlo Masala suggests that if he were in Russia's position, he would consider attacking Europe before the year 2029.
Payment for Paks construction workers' bonuses delayed ↗
The payment of bonuses for workers involved in the construction of the Paks nuclear power plant's foundation sill is experiencing delays.
Magyar Péter: Today we have arrived at a historical turning point, whether we… ↗
Péter Magyar has stated that Hungarian society is at a historical turning point, regardless of whether individuals acknowledge it.
Precious metal production: Hungarian company and research institute join forces ↗
A Hungarian company and a research institution have collaborated to establish capabilities in precious metal production.
AI elite met nearby, but Hungarian gurus were nowhere to be found ↗
A major artificial intelligence conference was held in Vienna, attracting global experts, but Hungarian figures in the field were reportedly absent.
Russell Brand sentenced to ten and a half years for rape and sexual assault ↗
Actor Russell Brand has been sentenced to ten and a half years in prison after being convicted of rape and sexual assault charges.
Oncoming rain warning issued for two counties ↗
Weather alerts have been issued for two Hungarian counties due to the forecast of freezing rain.
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