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Who Really Started the Conflict Between Russia and Ukraine?

December 20, 2025

Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, recently made some bold statements about the Russia-Ukraine war. He questioned who actually started the conflict and criticized Western leaders for backing Ukraine. Orbán argued that Ukraine is not as small as some might think and that it's not entirely clear

environment

Hungary's Battery Boom: Progress or Problem?

December 18, 2025

In Hungary, a rush to build battery factories is causing a stir. Chinese companies are investing heavily, with plans to make Hungary a big player in Europe's shift to electric vehicles. But not everyone is happy about it. Locals are worried about the impact on their health and the environment. They

politics

Czech Republic Shifts Direction with New Government

December 15, 2025

The Czech Republic has a new government, and it's not what everyone expected. Andrej Babiš, a billionaire and populist leader, is back in charge. He was sworn in by President Petr Pavel. This new government is a mix of Babiš's ANO movement and two smaller parties: the anti-migrant Freedom and Direct

politics

Poland and Hungary: A Growing Rift in Europe

December 11, 2025

Poland's Justice Minister, Waldemar Zurek, recently made strong statements about Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orban. He said Orban is closer to Russia than to Europe. This is not the first time Poland and Hungary have disagreed. The latest argument started because Hungary is protecting two forme

sports

Stephon Castle: A Rising Star's Journey from Georgia to the NBA

December 11, 2025

Stephon Castle, the NBA's Rookie of the Year, has quickly become a standout player for the San Antonio Spurs. At just 21 years old, he's already making waves with his impressive scoring and shooting skills. His partnership with teammate Viktor Wembanyama has brought a new energy to the Spurs, and he

politics

Hungary's Election Race Heats Up as Orban's Spending Pays Off

December 2, 2025

In Hungary, the political scene is buzzing as Prime Minister Viktor Orban's party, Fidesz, is closing in on the opposition. A recent survey shows that Orban's party is gaining ground, thanks to some smart spending moves ahead of next year's election. The poll, done by the 21 Research Centre, found t

lifestyle

Finding Strength in Hard Times: A Different Kind of Thankfulness

November 30, 2025

People often talk about being thankful, but what does it really mean? It's not just about saying thanks when things go well. Sometimes, the deepest gratitude comes from facing tough times. Think about it: when life is easy, it's simple to feel happy. But when things get hard, that's when true streng

politics

Trump and Orban: A Testy Meeting Ahead

November 7, 2025

A meeting between President Trump and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is set for Friday. It's expected to be a friendly chat between two leaders who often disagree with their European partners on Russia's actions in Ukraine. But there's a big issue on the table: U. S. sanctions on Russia's top

politics

Slovakia's Stance on Ukraine Aid: A Different Path

October 27, 2025

Slovakia has chosen not to join the EU's plan to fund Ukraine's military efforts. This decision comes from Prime Minister Robert Fico, who took office in 2023. His government stopped state military aid to Ukraine but still allows private sales. Fico believes the war in Ukraine won't be solved by fi

politics

Ukraine's Zelenskyy Seeks More Support in UK Talks

October 24, 2025

Zelenskyy is in the UK to meet with key European allies, known as the "coalition of the willing. " This visit comes after EU leaders promised to keep supporting Ukraine's defense. The talks will focus on protecting Ukraine's power grid from Russian attacks and providing more long-range missiles. Br