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Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will take the EU to court over its plan to phase out Russian energy imports by 2027, accusing Brussels of bypassing his veto and violating EU law.

Hungary eyes US financial shield as EU funds remain frozen

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who faces an election next year, met his longtime ally U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday.

Europe’s most authentic food city isn’t in Italy, France or Spain — you’ll never guess where it is!

Forget Italy, France, and Spain! Europe’s most authentic food city is Budapest — where goulash, ruin bars, and Michelin stars redefine local flavour.

Hungary's Orban wins Russian oil sanctions exemption from Trump

As Orban and Trump heaped praise on each other, the Hungarian nationalist said it would take a "miracle" for Ukraine to beat Moscow, underscoring the gulf between him and other European leaders on the war.

Why Trump’s meeting with Putin in Hungary is alarming Europe

European allies are uneasy as Trump chooses Budapest — led by Russia-friendly Viktor Orbán — for his next summit with Putin, raising fears of a diplomatic rift over Ukraine.

Tens of thousands expected to attend Budapest Pride in defiance of ban

Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has gradually curtailed the rights of the LGBTQ+ community in the past decade

NASA puts Axiom-4 mission on hold to review International Space Station repairs

NASA has officially postponed the launch of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station. The liftoff, which was tentatively set for 22 June, has now been put on hold.

Hungary takes EU presidency echoing Trump but likely to lack bite

Hungarian diplomats say the country will be an honest broker, while analysts say Budapest's actions at the forefront of EU policy-making are likely to be restricted given that Brussels is in a transition phase following elections in June.

Where was Dune: Part Two filmed? All filming locations revealed

Viewers were able to travel the world via this futuristic sci-fi Hollywood movie.

Why Brazil’s Ex Prez Jair Bolsonaro Is Getting Probed For Sleeping At Hungarian Embassy

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro stayed for two nights at the Hungarian embassy in Brasilia, just days after federal police confiscated his passport and arrested two former aides on suspicion of plotting a coup after he lost the 2022 presidential election. There is speculation from his opponents who alleged that Brazil’s former president may have been attempting to evade arrest. Watch for more!

Hungarian president resigns over sex abuse case pardon

Hungarian President Katalin Novak resigned Saturday under mounting pressure for pardoning a man involved in covering up sexual abuse.

Orban’s Hungary is a problem NATO can manage

Orban’s flirtations with Moscow and Beijing are an irritant, but they could be far worse. Geography matters in security calculations, and it’s wiser to have Hungary inside the tent than out. But EU and NATO shouldn't be afraid to punish Hungary when it crosses red lines

China's BYD to build new energy vehicle production base in Hungary

The new facility to be built in Szeged, southern Hungary is expected to create thousands of local jobs, BYD said in a statement.

Year-ender: 10 affordable study abroad destinations for Indian students

Studying abroad can be an expensive proposition but there are a few affordable destinations with low or no tuition fees and comparatively low cost of living.

Elon Musk takes tour of new Tesla gigafactory in Texas with Hungary president and his son

The meeting was held in Austin after Elon Musk could not make it to the 5th Budapest Demographic Summit that took place September 14-16. According to a report by Hungary Today, Katalin Novak explained that in addition to climate change, the demographic crisis is a serious issue too.

Shankar Mahadevan shares video of Hungary hotel manager's Indian classical music performance. Watch

Shankar Mahadevan took to Instagram to share a video of a hotel manager from Hungary singing Indian classical music. The manager was a student of Indian percussionist Trichy Sankaran.

Hungary bans import of honey, certain meat products from Ukraine

The Hungarian ban on imports of major cereals and agricultural products "includes a total of 25 products, the most important of which are cereals, rapeseed and sunflower seeds, flour, oil, honey and certain meat products".

Small-batch wines, ruin bars, night-time river cruise and reasons to go it alone in Budapest

Hungary’s capital and financial centre, Budapest, is the perfect city for solo travelling. If you find yourself in the city, these are the sights to take in and places to frequent.

Heady trips: 10 countries to visit in Europe for heritage wines

If it's heritage wines, it must be Europe. Here are the wine regions, across western, eastern and central parts of the continent, that have been designated Unesco World Heritage sites.

Budget travel | Budapest, a modern city that keeps its past grandeur alive

One of Europe's hottest tourist destinations, the historical Budapest, originally two cities, the hilly Buda and the flat Pest, located on opposite sides, along the river Danube, is also one of Europe’s cheapest places and can be covered well under Rs 3 lakh.

EU looks to win Hungary support for Ukraine aid in return for EU funds access

If Hungary does not agree, EU countries will still provide the money, but again in the form of bilateral loans, which is more cumbersome and tougher on the Kyiv administration.

Hungary to provide $195 million in financial aid to Ukraine

Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has said that it was willing to pay its share of support for Ukraine but would rather pay it bilaterally than through the EU's joint borrowing.

EU suspends funding to Hungary, citing corruption concerns, amid opposition to stance on Ukraine

Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s call for a new strategy on the Russia-Ukraine war is contrary to the EU’s view. The Orban government has been criticised by European bodies and watchdogs for undermining checks and balances in Hungary.

Hungary to meet all commitments made to unlock EU funds - Development Minister Tibor Navracsics

In response to the EU executive's suggestion to halt over 7.5 billion euros in funding for Hungary due to corruption, Hungary promised on Sunday to fulfil all of its obligations to the European Commission in order to restore the funds.