Battling unwanted guests in Budapest: why are there so many cockroaches and how to reclaim your home

Cockroach infestations on the rise in Budapest — here is how to keep them out of your home.
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Dacian silver treasure unearthed in Transylvanian village

A remarkable Dacian silver hoard discovered in a Transylvanian village may reveal new insights into ancient history.
Hidden history beneath Lake Balaton is beginning to surface

Lake Balaton may be hiding Roman ships, steam-powered wrecks, and WWII aircraft beneath its surface – and archaeologists are just beginning to uncover its submerged past.
Hungary’s 30 best countryside restaurants revealed in new Dining Guide ranking

Hungary’s countryside is emerging as a culinary hotspot, with 30 rural restaurants earning top marks in the latest Dining Guide ranking.
From Pressburg to Pest: The quest for a Hungarian Parliament Building

In the 19th century, Hungary's push for modernisation led to moving its legislative seat from Pressburg to Pest. Despite delays and changing plans, Pest became home to the nation’s parliament in 1848.
What it takes to work in HFT: from learning to landing a role

Sponsored content High-frequency trading (HFT) is one of the most dynamic and challenging domains in the world of finance. Known for its speed, precision, and reliance on technology, it demands sharp minds, strong quantitative skills, and the right education. If…
Palestinian Stipendium Hungaricum students cry out for help as they face losing their scholarships without Hungary’s support

One of our readers—and a proud recipient of the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship—has shared a heartfelt letter describing the difficult circumstances faced by his fellow students and himself. Below, you can read his unedited message in full. My name is Ibrahim…
Horrible sight: Budapest’s dreaded Hunger Rock emerges for the second time in a year

The Hunger Rock has emerged from the Danube twice in 2025, signalling severe drought and posing risks to shipping, tourism, and Budapest’s water supply.
Did a Hungarian King inspire the legend of Sir Lancelot?

A new theory suggests that Saint Ladislaus of Hungary may have inspired traits of the legendary Sir Lancelot in medieval French literature.
Trading with crypto can already be a crime: a new Hungarian law has come into effect

The new law entered into effect this month:
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