Ideology vs education: Here’s why publishers and authors are fighting US book bans

At this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair, one topic dominated discussions among publishers and literary rights advocates: escalating efforts to remove books addressing themes such as LGBTQ+ lifestyles and race relations from United States schools and...

Global outcry as US conservatives target books on LGBTQ and race

Escalating attempts to remove works featuring themes such as LGBTQ lifestyles and race relations from US bookshelves are facing growing resistance from publishers and rights groups, a major topic at this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair. Spearheaded by...

Towering over Hungary: These are the country’s tallest structures

Some of Hungary’s tallest landmarks rise above cities, forests, and rivers, offering both breathtaking views and fascinating stories. From industrial towers to historic cathedrals, here are some of the giants that shape the nation’s skyline. The...

Top Hungarian legislator attends photo exhibition on HCM City

HCM City (VNA) – As part of his official visit to Vietnam, Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly Kover Laszlo on October 19 attended and cut the ribbon to open an exhibition featuring photos taken by Dezső – a Hungarian naval doctor in Ho Chi...

Türkiye's intelligence prowess turns Trump's head

From Ottoman spies to a modern reincarnation Three recently published books help to shed light on the preeminence of Turkish intelligence. Spies for the Sultan, by Professor Emrah Gürkan, reveals how the Ottoman Empire deployed strategic...

Closing the Gap: Managing Journal Entry Risk in the Record-to-Report Process

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Putin expected to meet Trump in Hungary despite ICC arrest warrant

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP): Vladimir Putin is expected to travel to Hungary soon for talks with United States President Donald Trump on ending the war in Ukraine – despite the Russian leader facing an International Criminal Court arrest warrant....

Experts say cash alone won’t fix Malta’s birth rate problem

A fresh batch of budget perks has been rolled out to encourage more Maltese parents to have babies, but experts are warning that money alone won’t solve the country’s demographic woes. Monday’s budget offered generous income tax cuts for parents,...

How Putin could attend Hungary peace talks with Trump without being shot down or detained

Hungary is set to host Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest for peace talks with President Donald Trump. The summit aims to explore ways to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Despite complex legal and political challenges, Hungary has vowed...

Speaker at Hungarian opposition event in Munich slams ethnic Hungarians and praises Trianon in whack speech

The International “Tisza Islands” meeting was held in Munich on Aug. 30-31, but a speech given by Attila Gáspárik, a Transylvanian actor and Tisza Party sympathizer, is just hitting the headlines. Other speakers included those close to Tisza’s...

How could Vladimir Putin come to Budapest with all the sanctions and arrest warrants?

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to meet in the near future, with Budapest mentioned as a potential venue. The news sent diplomatic shockwaves across Europe, as it would mark the Russian president’s first visit to EU soil...

Burlington County Footlighters presents "She Loves Me"

originally published: 10/30/2025 (CINNAMINSON, NJ) -- Burlington County Footlighters presents She Loves Me across three weekends from November 8-22, 2025. Step into a charming shop in 1930s Budapest, where love hides in plain sight in She Loves...

Kontinental ’25 review: Five stars for this dark comedy of ethical heft and barbed wit

Kontinental '25      Director: Radu Jude Cert: None Genre: Satire Starring: Eszter Tompa, Gabriel Spahiu, Adonis Tanța, Oana Mardare, Șerban Pavlu Running Time: 1 hr 49 mins Nobody captures the absurdity and wretchedness of life under late...

Hungary: Maja T. and the lingering doubt over rule of law

Maja T. entered the courtroom in Budapest's District 5 on October 8, 2025 in a prisoner transport belt and handcuffs, accompanied by helmeted police officers. One of the officers closed the window to block out the chants of "Free Maja!" that rose...

Can Putin, Who Faces International Arrest Warrant, Enter Hungary To Meet Trump?

Last Updated:October 18, 2025, 19:58 IST Putin is wanted under an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court on charges of illegally deporting children from Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin (AP Photo) In the coming weeks, a...

Indian missions worldwide celebrate Diwali, showcasing cultural heritage and global unity

Indian diplomatic missions across the world celebrated Diwali on Saturday, October 18, reflecting India's diverse cultural heritage and the festival's universal message of light triumphing over darkness. From Japan and Myanmar to Hungary, Fiji and...

Putin’s Visit To Budapest Poses Diplomatic Dilemma For EU, NATO

Home Europe Putin’s Visit To Budapest Poses Diplomatic Dilemma For EU, NATO Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Friday that Hungary will ensure Putin can enter the country for the summit and return home afterwards. When Russia’s...

Plans for Second Trump-Putin Summit in Budapest

In the run-up to meeting with Ukrainian President Voldymyr Zelensky in Washington, US President Donald Trump made a surprise phone call to Russian President Putin. According to Trump, the two leaders have agreed to meet in person in Budapest....

Mary ‘Gay’ Agnes Cyr Seifried

Mary Agnes Cyr Seifried of St. Augustine, Florida, affectionately known as Gay, was a beacon of love and faith who graced this world with her presence from Sept. 11, 1926, until her peaceful passing, surrounded by family and friends on Monday,...

Putin may face difficulties getting to Budapest for meeting with Trump – media

The Hungarian capital is expected to host the next meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian ruler Vladimir Putin, but it may be difficult for Putin to get to Budapest due to risks associated with crossing the airspace of European...