Latest news in Hungary - 27 Jul 2025

Recall of Potato Croquettes by Family Frost: Family Frost Kft. is recalling 1000-gram bags of pre-fried potato croquettes due to potential mineral oil contamination, affecting products with a best before date of April 27, 2027, and batch number 460112. Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled product as the company has already begun removing it from distribution. Read more here

Hungary to Host MotoGP and Superbike Events in 2025: After almost three decades, Hungary will reintroduce MotoGP events at the Balaton Park Circuit, along with the Superbike World Championship, supported by significant state investment of about 4.4 billion forints. Excitingly, young riders Kevin Farkas and Rossi Moor are in contention to compete, potentially making this a landmark year for Hungarian motorsport fans. Read more here

Újpest Triumphs in Season Opener: Újpest secured a 3-1 victory over Diósgyőr in the opening match of the 2025/26 NB I season, marking their ninth unbeaten match against their rivals. Additionally, this season introduces new rules that fans should be aware of, including penalty retakes for double touches. Read more here

New Heat Record Set in Hungary: Hungary experienced its hottest day this summer, with a record-breaking temperature of 41.3°C measured in Sarkad, surpassing the previous record of 40.4°C set in 1921. As a severe storm system approaches, an orange warning has been issued, with potential wind gusts exceeding 110 km/h and the possibility of power disruptions. Read more here

Shortage of University Dormitory Spaces: With over 96,000 students admitted this year, Hungary is facing a severe housing crisis, as there are fewer than 50,000 dormitory places available. Students are turning to the rental market, where prices average 270,000 forints per month in Budapest, significantly higher than the dormitory cost of 17,350 forints. For a breakdown of rental prices across various cities, check out the article. Read more here

Personal Loan Interest Rates Drop: Banks in Hungary have significantly reduced personal loan interest rates, with many now offering loans at below 10% amid growing competition and demand. Notably, a new worker loan program for those aged 17 to 26 has contributed to this trend, resulting in 24,300 applications and a total disbursement of 94 billion forints in the first five months of the year. Read more here

Police Crack Down on Bus Lane Violations: During a two-day inspection, Budapest police penalized 63 drivers for various traffic violations, including unauthorized use of bus lanes, expired medical certifications, and driving without a license. The operation resulted in 44 on-the-spot fines, including one for driving under the influence. Read more here

Orbán Announces Election Date in Unique Way: Viktor Orbán sported a t-shirt featuring the date 2026.04.12, suggesting this is when Hungary's parliamentary elections will be held. While the official announcement is expected from the president, various political figures have hinted at this date, raising questions about the government's confirmation process. Read more here

Rise in Youth Mental Health Helpline Calls: According to a report, Hungary is seeing an increasing number of calls from younger individuals to mental health helplines, particularly exacerbated by the pandemic. The Blue Line Foundation, which offers free and anonymous support for those under 24, emphasizes that while younger people are more aware of mental health issues, older adults also face significant challenges due to loneliness. Read more here

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