Latest news in Hungary - 26 Dec 2024

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- Major Ski Season Kickoff: The ski season for 2024/25 is officially underway at Mátraszentistván Ski Park, Hungary's first resort to open. The slopes will welcome skiers and snowboarders, with lift operations starting at 9:30 AM. Night skiing options may be available based on weather conditions, and ski pass prices have not increased since two years ago. Read more here

- Tram Service Changes Due to Repairs: Starting December 27 and running until January 5, trams 4 and 6 in Budapest will only operate between Széll Kálmán Square and Corvin Quarter due to urgent water pipe repairs. Replacement bus services will be available from Corvin Quarter to southern terminal stations. Passengers are encouraged to use metro lines 3 and 4 for alternative routes. Read more here

- Budapest Bike Mafia’s New Film: The Budapest Bike Mafia (BBM) has released a poignant film titled "Szállóige," which features interviews with residents of homeless shelters in Budapest. The 57-minute production offers profound insights into the realities faced by the homeless community, aiming to humanize their experiences. Read more here

- Christmas Day Fire Incident Summary: On Christmas Day, Hungary’s fire departments managed 154 incidents, including 48 fires. One fire resulted in a fatality, and several homes were significantly damaged, notably in Kistarcsán. The National Disaster Management Directorate highlighted that many of these incidents were linked to candles and Advent wreaths. Read more here

- Update on Missing Hungarian Hiker in Slovenia: Rescue operations have ended for the Hungarian hikers who went missing in the Slovenian Alps. One hiker was rescued and the other was sadly found dead.

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