Euro2016 – The successes of the Hungarian footballers positively affect the country’s GDP

24.hu writes that, thanks to the successes of the Hungarian national football team at the 2016 European Championship, there’s a huge boost in the domestic food trade – especially beer and crisps are of top popularity –, the sale of…
The Night of Museums this weekend

Szeretlekmagyarorszag.hu writes that the Night of Museums this Saturday is an event to enchant visitors, among others, by introducing the National Museum’s everyday and historical heroes, light paintings, the dance school of the ‘50s, and lots of music. Aside the…
Torch run for the 2024 Budapest Olympics

Szeretlekmagyarorszag.hu writes that a torch run is organized in the heart of Budapest in order to support the idea of hosting the Olympic Games in Hungary, in 2024. The first 3000 people to register will be able to run the 2024m…
New Hungaricums were added to the Collection

The Collection of Hungaricums and Hungarian Values have been expanded, as new products have been added to the list of protected values of the country, reports hvg.hu. Sándor Fazekas, Minister of Agriculture announced the additions after the Hungaricum Committee’s meeting…
Honorary citizens of Budapest

The Budapest City Council rewarded 8 outstanding people of the world of culture, science and sports with the title of honorary citizenships of Budapest on Friday, June 17, writes origo.hu. The celebratory meeting of the City Council was held on…
The people of Budapest would move to Lake Velence

HVG.hu reports that there’s a boost in demand, hence, houses and apartments can be put on lease without any problems in the area of Lake Velence. There’s an emerging need about Lake Velence, as more and more people are willing…
Ganges-Danube Cultural Festival of India this weekend

Travelo.hu writes that, to celebrate the World Day of Yoga (June 21), many cities in the country will contribute to the Ganges-Danube Cultural Festival of India between June 17-19. The programmes include dance and music performances, a film screening, an Indian martial arts…
EURO2016: Hungary’s Kleinheisler was chosen one of the best players of the first round

Nemzetisport.hu reports that, after the Hungarian football team defeated Austria (2-0), one of the players, László Kleinheisler was well appreciated by the UEFA and the French L’Équipe as well. Tuesday brought an amazing victory for Hungary after more than four…
New direct flights to Toronto

Metropol.hu writes that Air Canada Rouge launched its new direct flights between Budapest and Toronto. The flights operate three times a week, making available to travel directly to Toronto. The company is an expert in holiday flights, therefore, it was…
There will be no more Metropol newspapers

Index.hu reports that Tuesday (June 14) is the very last day Metropol newspaper is released. Based on the information of Népszabadság, the site writes that Károly Fonyó, owner of Metropol, made the decision to shut down the newspaper because of financial factors. The…





