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The Budapest Times Up-to-date and understandable news on Hungarian politics, business, economy, news and culture. The B Both newspapers are strongly independent.

Our two newspapers, The Budapest Times and Budapester Zeitung, are produced by two separate editorial teams with Mr. Mainka overseeing Budapester Zeitung, while the largely British staff of The Budapest Times is led by Hungarian managing editor Attila Leitner. Both of our papers are primarily read by German- and English- speaking expatriate business people, as well as members of the diplomatic cor

ps. In addition, there is a growing appeal to Hungarians attracted to politically independent reports, to those interested in our exclusive interviews, and for individuals trying to enhance their language skills. A significant number of language schools use our articles to prepare their students for special language exams. Since most expats living in Hungary do not speak the national language, we believe that our most important task is to provide our readers with up-to-date and understandable information on Hungarian politics, business, economy, news and culture. Within the politically divided Hungarian press market, they stand for serious and objective journalism and analysis.

Students falling behind neighbours as reading scores hit record low.
10/09/2026

Students falling behind neighbours as reading scores hit record low.

The 2025 PISA survey data from the OECD — the organisation comprising the world's most developed countries — which examines the practical competencies of 15-year-old students, points to a global crisis in education, the minister of education and children's affairs declared at a press conference ...

Russia vows "tough and painful" response to diplomat expulsions.
09/09/2026

Russia vows "tough and painful" response to diplomat expulsions.

Russia will give a "tough and painful response for the Russophobic lobby in Budapest," Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told MTI on Tuesday.

Road to recovery: 700 kilometres of repairs and counting.
08/09/2026

Road to recovery: 700 kilometres of repairs and counting.

Magyar Közút has this year renovated nearly 140 kilometres of secondary roads, the Minister of Transport and Investment announced on Monday on his page.

Magyar promises cheaper fuel - but won't say how.
07/09/2026

Magyar promises cheaper fuel - but won't say how.

The government is working to provide effective and targeted assistance to drivers despite soaring global market prices, the Prime Minister announced on Saturday on his page.

Right-wing civic rally calls for unity and self-renewar ahead of 2030.  elections.
06/09/2026

Right-wing civic rally calls for unity and self-renewar ahead of 2030. elections.

The speakers at the Ne féljetek! 2.0 (Don't Be Afraid! 2.0) rally on Saturday evening at Kossuth Square in Budapest emphasised the importance of community solidarity, self-reflection and reorganisation on the right, and the responsibilities of nationally minded civil activists.

Fence and sensibility: Magyar extends migration emergency, vowing to end billion Euro Brussels finesfight.
05/09/2026

Fence and sensibility: Magyar extends migration emergency, vowing to end billion Euro Brussels finesfight.

The government has decided to extend the state of emergency caused by mass immigration in Hungary — which was due to expire on 7 September — until 31 December. Prime Minister Péter Magyar reported this on his page on Friday evening.

FIDESZ plots Orbán's comeback while accusing rivals of rigging the game.
03/09/2026

FIDESZ plots Orbán's comeback while accusing rivals of rigging the game.

The leader of the Fidesz parliamentary group accused the government of undermining the foundations of political alternation in power and of acting against a viable opposition alternative, in an episode of the Civilek Podcast published on Wednesday. János Bóka said that Viktor Orbán, president of ...

03/09/2026

Budapest. Like you've never seen it before.
This unique film album features 25 short films that take you back to the era when Budapest was becoming one of the fastest-growing capitals in the world.
Through the captivating narration of Rebecka Johnston, you'll journey through the city's past: explore the original Elisabeth Bridge, the Millennium Exhibition, Andrássy Avenue, the legendary thermal baths, majestic domes, lost treasures, and many other remarkable corners of Budapest.
Unlock a mysterious past — and let it tell its own story.

Magyar to students: question everything, including us.
02/09/2026

Magyar to students: question everything, including us.

The most important task of a school is for students to learn to think — and to think critically — as well as possible, the Prime Minister declared on Monday at the national back-to-school ceremony held at the Dr. Mező Ferenc Gimnázium in Nagykanizsa.

02/09/2026

Budapest has changed dramatically over the past 150 years. Andrássy Avenue has witnessed it all.
A golden age, wars, revolutions, and the fall of communism—every era has left its mark on it.
Through photographs brought to life, we journey through more than a century, until the past finally meets the present.
What was once a bold dream is now one of Budapest’s most cherished treasures.

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