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Bulgaria Loses Nothing by Joining the Eurozone, Says Former EU Commissioner
Bulgaria stands to lose nothing by joining the eurozone, according to Laszlo Andor, Secretary General of the Foundation for European Progressive Studies and former European Commissioner for Employment and Social Affairs. In an interview with the...

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules
Millions of people are set to travel to Spain this summer - here is everything you need to know for your next holiday to Spain... Spain ranks among the world's most popular holiday destinations. The country is known for its Mediterranean climate...

Budapest’s young people are joining the ranks of generation rent
When I left my family home to study at university in 2007 and moved to downtown Budapest, housing costs were hardly a topic of conversation among my friends. I rented rooms in centrally located flats for £80-£100 per month. Fast forward to 2025...

5 iconic Hungarian dishes foreigners can’t get enough of: can you?
At first, many foreigners approach Hungarian cuisine with caution — the dishes may seem too spicy, too heavy, too greasy, or simply unfamiliar. But one bite is all it takes to change everything. The unique flavours and surprisingly comforting...

Hungary launches cheap loans to rescue tourism: can small businesses survive the season?
Hungary’s government is creating new targeted loan programmes for the tourism industry, the National Economy Ministry told MTI on Thursday. The ministry will be establishing the Kisfaludy Tourist Credit Centre (KTH) with the goal of providing...

Hungary’s big housing push: Cheap loans with 10% down, student hostel plans
The government’s Home Start programme marks a “big step forward” for young Hungarians seeking to buy their first home, Gergely Gulyás, the head of the Prime Minister’s Office, said at a weekly press briefing on Thursday. Home Start programme...

What Queer Americans Can Learn From Hungary
Feature image of the Budapest Pride Parade 2025 by Janos Kummer via Getty Images June was a hard month for democracy in the United States. Now that Pride is behind us, it’s time to take stock—not only of what we’ve lost, but also of the lessons we...

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
Millions of people travel to Spain every month Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country can boast a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, as well as delicious cuisine and historical sites. In...

Chaos on the road to Budapest Airport: Travellers urged to leave an hour earlier amid roadworks, airport bus affected too
Photo: Daily News Hungary Travelling to Budapest Airport between 7 and 24 July? Brace yourself for potential delays. Due to roadworks near the Vecsés junction of the M4 motorway, passengers are advised to allow at least an extra hour for their...

Hungary Now Ranks a Top Place for Digital Nomads
Hungary ranks fifth among the most popular destinations for digital nomads due to its relative low cost of living, developed infrastructure, vibrant community, and visa program for digital nomads, Világgazdaság reported. Surveys estimate that...

These Are The Places With The Most Travel Fraud In 2025
In today’s world, you don’t even have to leave your couch to fall victim to fraud. But for those who travel, the risk increases significantly. While fake passport, visa, and TSA PreCheck websites are on the rise, credit card scams remain among the...
UN’s Albanese slams states that let Netanyahu fly over airspace for US trip
Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the human rights situation in the occupied Palestinian territory, has hit out at countries that allowed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to fly over their airspace en route to...
UN expert slams countries that let Netanyahu fly over airspace to US
Albanese said on Wednesday that the governments of Italy, France and Greece needed to explain why they provided “safe passage” to Netanyahu, who they were theoretically “obligated to arrest” as an internationally wanted suspect when he flew over...

First steps on Bournemouth beach to the Premier League with Cherries: Truffert
The French left back joined AFC Bournemouth from Rennes in Ligue 1 last month but arrived in Dorset this week as pre-season preparations begin. And he already has a connection to the town for a big milestone in his life – not that he remembers it....

Hungary to Host MotoGP and Superbike Races at Balaton Park Circuit this Summer
A major moment in Hungarian motorsport is unfolding this year as Balaton Park Circuit in Balatonfőkajár prepares to host both the MotoGP and Superbike World Championship rounds. At a press event held during the official MotoGP test sessions, State...

Hungarian and Italian performers confirmed for 20th Hiiu Folk festival this July
The Hiiu Folk festival is set to take place for the 20th time from July 11 to 13, with a range of artists from Estonia and abroad all set to perform. "This year's Hiiu Folk is an anniversary festival and we have invited such worthy and esteemed...

Joe Bennett: Hungarian barman shares fears for future
And now a taxi is booked to take us to the airport in the early morning and it would be sensible to go to bed. But the bar is still open in the hotel lobby, and what’s a holiday for? In the quiet of midnight, the receptionist doubles as barman....

Vietnam attractive destination for medical tourism
The Ministry of Health estimates that approximately 300,000 people from abroad visit Vietnam each year for medical examination and treatment. Opening up prospects On May 28, fetal intervention specialists and pediatric cardiologists from Tu Du...
Bridging centuries and continents: PM Modi’s upcoming visit to Croatia celebrates shared civilisational roots
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Croatia on June 18, 2025, it will be more than just a diplomatic first; it will be a moment that connects two cultures with deep historical and civilisational ties. Modi will become the first Indian Prime...

Due to Refurbishment of The M4 Semi-Motorway, Travel Time Between the Airport and Budapest Increases
Between 7 and 24 July, Hungarian Concession Infrastructure Development Zrt. will carry out scheduled refurbishment works on the Vecsés junction section of the M4 semi-motorway in multiple phases. Although Ferenc Liszt International Airport is not...