Hungary has granted political asylum to Marcin Romanowski, a former Deputy Justice Minister of Poland, marking the first such case since the fall of communism in 1989.
** New law against agressive online comments ** Budapest budget debate rages ** Orbán in Brussels for Schengen discussions ** Six universities sue EC ** Online vehicle registration starts in January **
On December 18, 2024, the Hungarian Parliament passed a law aimed at curbing online aggression, set to take effect on January 1, 2025.
Starting January 1, 2025, teachers in Hungary will see their salaries rise by an average of 21.2%.
** New homicide law ** Fireworks banned in Budapest ** Budapest taxi drivers protest ** Interest stays at 6.5% ** Zugló mayor targets corruption **
Lázár János, Hungary's Minister of Construction and Transport, recently revealed that the Fidesz party has a contingency plan in the event of an electoral defeat.
On Tuesday, taxi drivers in Budapest participated in a parade honking their horns to draw attention to their demands.
** Forint at 408 per Euro ** Changes to fertility laws ** Government budgets 165 billion HUF for public transport ** Mihály Varga defends bank governor nomination ** Orbán addresses development issues **
** Christmas opening hours announced ** Increased drink driving checks ** Fish supply stable ** Handball team wins bronze ** Storms forecast ** Orbán threatens EU veto **
** Magyar Posta price increase ** Tisza Party volunteer investigated ** Hungarian football team gets tough draw for World Cup ** Ice rain alert ** Vehicle confiscation for speeding proposed **
In the latest draw held in Zurich, the Hungarian national football team has been placed in a competitive group for the European qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Hungarian Postal Service has announced a price increase beginning January 1, 2025. This decision aims to maintain high-quality services that meet modern customer expectations while operating efficiently.
