Latest news in Hungary - 7 Oct 2024

- National Mourning for the Martyrs of Arad: On October 6, Hungary commemorated the 13 martyrs executed after the 1848-49 revolution with ceremonies across the nation. The flag flew at half-mast, and tributes were paid to remember their sacrifice for Hungary's freedom. It’s a reflective day for many Hungarian citizens. Read more here

- Flooding Forces Closure of Margaret Island: Heavy rains have caused Margaret Island in Budapest to close to the public due to safety concerns. Landscaping experts warn that the changing weather patterns and recent floods have left trees unstable, necessitating repairs before it's safe to stroll again. So, if you had plans for a sunny afternoon, you might need to find an alternate outing! Read more here

- Public Outcry Against Proposed Airbnb Ban in Budapest: A coalition of tourism groups is protesting a proposed ban on short-term apartment rentals in Budapest, including Airbnb. They argue that a complete ban could create chaos in the real estate market. With a tepid referendum result showing division among locals, expect this topic to remain hot in local discussions! Read more here

- Badar Gergő Sets New Hungarian Ironman Record: Hungarian triathlete Badar Gergő has become the first Hungarian to finish an Ironman race in under eight hours. He completed the Barcelona Ironman in 7:50:22, breaking a record that stood for 30 years. Talk about putting the pedal to the metal! Read more here

- Electric Cars Surge in Hungary: Hungary's electric vehicle trend is on fire, with over 60,000 fully electric cars now on the road! September alone saw over 2,000 new registrations, thanks to state subsidies supporting the switch. As Hungary boosts its charging infrastructure, it looks like the electric car revolution is here to stay—just make sure to charge those batteries! Read more here

- Gas Explosion in Tapolca: A gas explosion in a Tapolca apartment left one person seriously injured and necessitated the evacuation of nearly 200 residents. Firefighters acted swiftly to contain the situation. Here’s hoping for a swift recovery for the injured individual and safety for all affected. Read more here

- Eperjes Offers One Million Forints to Attract New Residents: In a creative effort to tackle population decline, Eperjes village is offering one million forints to young families willing to move in. With a dwindling population, the village hopes this initiative brings in new faces—and hopefully some fresh laughter! Read more here

- Crazy Weather Alert: Summer's Back!: Expect a surprise this week as temperatures might soar up to 26 degrees in Hungary! With sunny spells and unpredictable weather ahead, it’s time to carry both sunscreen and an umbrella—just in case! Read more here