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Paks Nuclear Plant Reaches Full Capacity; Kossuth Radio Relaunches

Hungary news in English · 24 August 2026 · 23 stories · magyarul

The Paks Nuclear Power Plant has resumed full capacity operations with three blocks already functioning and a fourth expected to restart soon. Meanwhile, Kossuth Radio has relaunched with a new format, featuring diverse topics and guests, including a Hungarian volunteer fighting in Ukraine. Other news includes legal disputes in Zugló and significant financial implications from a past government visit to Washington.

  1. Three Paks Blocks Now Operating at Full Capacity, Fourth Block to Restart Wednesday — Three blocks of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant are operating at full capacity, with a fourth expected to resume operations, allowing the plant to reach nearly 2000 megawatts.
    Original (Hungarian): Magyar: Három paksi blokk már teljes kapacitással termel, szerdától újra maximum fordulatszámon működhet az erőmű
  2. The Renewed Kossuth Radio Launched with New Format — The revamped Kossuth Radio has relaunched, promising credible news and expert opinions, featuring a Hungarian volunteer fighting in Ukraine in its first broadcast.
    Original (Hungarian): Kelet-ukrajnai fronton harcoló magyar önkéntessel és Magyar Péter kommunikációs stílusának elemzésével rajtolt el a megújult Kossuth Rádió
  3. Zugló Municipality May Sue Developer Over Office Complex — Zugló's local government is considering legal action against the developer of the Bosnyák Square office complex over alleged contract violations.
    Original (Hungarian): A zuglói önkormányzat pert indíthat a Bosnyák téri irodakomplexum beruházója ellen
  4. Orbán's Washington Visit Cost 262.5 Million Forints — The total cost of Orbán's visit to Washington last November was 262.5 million forints, with flight expenses accounting for a significant portion.
    Original (Hungarian): Több mint 260 millió forintba került Orbánék tavalyi kegyencjáratos washingtoni látogatása
  5. Parliamentary Committee to Investigate MNB Misconduct Begins Work — A parliamentary committee investigating alleged misconduct at the Hungarian National Bank will start its work on Wednesday.
    Original (Hungarian): Szerdán munkához lát az MNB-ügyet feltáró parlamenti vizsgálóbizottság
  6. Putin Faces Increasing Challenges Amid Economic Decline — The deteriorating economic situation in Russia is increasingly affecting the population, posing challenges to Putin's power.
    Original (Hungarian): Putyin bajban van
  7. Zelensky Claims Ukraine Did Not Participate in Nord Stream Explosions — Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine was not involved in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions and is ready to assist in the investigation.
    Original (Hungarian): Zelenszkij szerint Ukrajna nem vett részt az Északi Áramlat felrobbantásában, készek segíteni a nyomozásban
  8. GYSEV Seeks Chief Landscape Architect for Railway Green Spaces — GYSEV is looking for a chief landscape architect to rethink the management of railway green spaces.
    Original (Hungarian): Vitézy Dávid: Főtájépítészt keres a GYSEV!
  9. Kövér László Refuses to Shake Hands at Commemoration — Kövér László did not shake hands with Kőszegi Krisztián at a commemoration event, reflecting political divisions.
    Original (Hungarian): Kövér László nem fogott kezet az Országgyűlés tiszás alelnökével a mohácsi csata megemlékezésén
  10. Kossuth Radio Relaunches After Years of Propaganda — Kossuth Radio has relaunched after 16 years of being seen as party propaganda, promising a new focus on credible news.
    Original (Hungarian): „Tizenhat év pártpropagandává züllesztés és egy rövid átmenet után” hétfőn újraindul a Kossuth Rádió
  11. Heatwave Expected to Return After Mild Days — After a week of mild weather, a heatwave with temperatures reaching 32-38 degrees Celsius is expected to return.
    Original (Hungarian): A mérsékelten meleg napok után visszatér a kánikula
  12. Tisza's New Public Opinion Platform Aims to Engage Citizens — The Tisza's new public opinion platform seeks to actively involve the public in media-related discussions using AI.
    Original (Hungarian): A Tisza mindenkit meg akar hallgatni, de a Közhang legfontosabb kérdése az lesz, hogy hallgat-e majd rá valaki
  13. Norway to Support Ukraine with Over $9 Billion Next Year — Norway will provide Ukraine with $9 billion in support next year, maintaining the same level as the previous year.
    Original (Hungarian): A norvégok jövőre is több mint 9 milliárd dollárral támogatják Ukrajnát
  14. Hungarian World Federation to Assist in Asset Recovery Office Setup — The Hungarian World Federation will help select leaders for the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office.
    Original (Hungarian): A TASZ és a K-Monitor mellett a Mi Hazánk kérésére a Magyarok Világszövetsége is segítheti a vagyonvisszaszerző hivatal felállítását
  15. Washington Car Race to Conclude U.S. 250th Anniversary Celebrations — A car race in Washington will conclude the summer celebrations for the U.S. 250th anniversary, initiated by Donald Trump.
    Original (Hungarian): Washingtoni autóversennyel zárul az Egyesült Államok 250. születésnapjáról szóló nyári ünnepségsorozat
  16. Diósgyőr Coach Calls 4-1 Loss a Shame — Diósgyőr's coach expressed shame over the team's 4-1 loss to Tiszakécske in the NB II.
    Original (Hungarian): „Szégyent hoztunk a mezre, szégyent hoztunk a városra” – mondta a Diósgyőr edzője a 4–1-es vereség után
  17. DOGE Failed to Cut U.S. Spending, Causing Severe Consequences — The DOGE did not achieve its goal of reducing U.S. spending, leading to dire consequences for developing countries.
    Original (Hungarian): A kiadások visszafogását nem érte el a DOGE, de nagyon súlyos ára lett az USAID eltörlésének
  18. Zelensky Warns Elections During War Would Divide Ukraine — Zelensky stated that holding elections during the war would severely divide Ukraine and pose a significant threat.
    Original (Hungarian): Zelenszkij szerint ha választásokat rendeznének a háború alatt, az szétszakítaná Ukrajnát
  19. Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Urges Zelensky to Clarify Corruption Knowledge — Former Defense Minister Fedorov urged Zelensky to clarify his knowledge of corruption issues within his circle.
    Original (Hungarian): A volt ukrán védelmi miniszter szerint Zelenszkijnek tisztáznia kell, tudott-e a környezetét érintő korrupciós ügyekről
  20. Umami #6: The Good Kitchen Where You Feel Efficient — A podcast episode discusses the evolving role of kitchens and their impact on cooking enthusiasm and social relationships.
    Original (Hungarian): Umami #6: Az a jó konyha, ahol hatékonynak érzed magad
  21. Hungarian Government Proposes Corporate Funding for October 23 Celebrations — The government aims to involve the corporate sector in financing the October 23 celebrations to alleviate taxpayer burden.
    Original (Hungarian): Magyar Péter szerint méltányos lenne, ha a cégek is beszállnának az október 23-i ünnepségek finanszírozásába
  22. South Korea Tests Northern Sea Route for Shipping to Europe — South Korea has launched its first commercial ship through the Northern Sea Route to test the economic viability of the new shipping route.
    Original (Hungarian): Dél-Korea először próbálja ki, megéri-e az Északi-sarkvidéken át hajózni Európába
  23. New Trial Requested in Infamous Australian Mushroom Murder Case — Lawyers for Erin Patterson are seeking a retrial in the infamous Australian mushroom murder case, citing potential jury bias.
    Original (Hungarian): Egy pingpongbajnokság okozta felfordulás miatt akarják újratárgyaltatni a hírhedt ausztrál gombás gyilkos ügyét

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