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The news front page of HVG.hu features a mix of domestic political news, economic updates, and a story on an EU sanctions package. Key political stories include an investigation into public funds linked to private equity, a scandal involving government support for a politician's company, and the…
Transparency International has filed a lawsuit, and the State Audit Office is investigating the interconnections between individuals behind public money-linked private equity funds.
The government will exempt prescription drugs from VAT starting in September.
Boróka Parászka discusses national drama, stating that Hungary's drama is not about certain issues, and Judit Polgár's withdrawal is not a failure.
Companies linked to the personal secretary of Fidesz politician Máté Kocsis have benefited from millions in commissions, privatization deals, and NKA support.
The former joint property of Péter Magyar and Judit Varga in Balatonhenye, which was financed by CSOK, is being sold for hundreds of millions.
Young people seldom discuss their finances, a problem that Erste is now aiming to address.
The concession for Istvan Garancsi's casino in Sopron has been extended until 2061 by the SZTFH.
Tamas Sulyok is set to leave the Sándor Palace with savings exceeding one hundred million forints.
The article reflects on how there will always be criticism, referencing figures like Puskás and the horse Kincsem.
The European Union has approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia.
The prosecutor's office has rejected the complaint of a woman who lost her arms in an explosion in Ujdorogd.
An organization operating on János Pócs's farm, which also engages in phantom concerts, received 150 million forints in public funds.
A six-year-old boy has been living in the Heim Pál Children's Hospital since Christmas after being abused by his family.
An Oxford economist commented on Peter Szijjarto's role with BYD, suggesting that those advocating for China's interests will receive China's protection.
It has been learned that the government plans to place juvenile correctional institutions under child protection, and even a slap will be investigated differently.
The Asszonysutyorgó Facebook group was stolen by a new administrator from Morocco who made the group public.
The price of the euro has reached new highs under the current Tisza government.
HVG is launching an internship program and inviting applications.
An analysis from Süddeutsche Zeitung suggests that Vladimir Putin is distancing himself from his allies.
A humorous or satirical take on the presidential election.
A GKI conjunctural index report for June indicates growing optimism among Hungarians following previous political failures, with a comparison to Medgyessy.
The Soroksári Road under the Rákóczi Bridge will be closed for three days for maintenance.
Following a verdict in a wife murder case, the prosecutor has filed an appeal.
