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Violent storms strike central Europe following intense heatwave

After days of extreme heat, powerful storms swept through parts of Central and Eastern Europe, causing deaths and widespread damage.

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Public transport disrupted in Hungary as storms batter eastern Europe

Budapest Airport has been temporarily closed due to flooding while severe weather has also lashed Zagreb, Belgrade and Ljubljana.

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Trump's trade war with Europe - the clock is ticking

In this edition of our weekly talk show participants discuss the trade conflict between Donald Trump and the EU, the aftermath of the Budapest Pride and the heatwave gripping large parts of Europe.

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Ex wife hits at Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar

As the Hungarian campaign heats up, ex-justice minister Judit Varga broke her silence and ruled out coming back to public life until Péter Magyar pays for his "betrayal".

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Orbán says Pride marched in the Budapest 'on the orders of Brussels'

An unprecedented crowd of between 100- and 200-thousand people marched at the 30th Budapest Pride on Saturday. The Prime Minister said the event was "disgusting and shameful".

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European countries issue travel warnings for banned Budapest Pride

At least five European countries issued advice to their citizens planning to attend the event, warning that they might face a €500 fine and highlighting further security risks posed by a counter-gathering of the Hungarian far right.

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Orbán warns of 'legal consequences' over banned Budapest Pride march

Despite a government ban, the mayor of the Hungarian capital has vowed that the annual event will take place as normal.

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ISS welcomes first astronauts from Poland, Hungary and India

NASA plans to abandon the International Space Station in 2030 after more than three decades of operation and is encouraging private ventures to replace it.

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Von der Leyen calls on Hungary to lift ban on Budapest Pride

"To the LGBTIQ+ community in Hungary and beyond: I will always be your ally," Ursula von der Leyen said in a video message.

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New package of Russia sanctions runs into trouble ahead of EU summit

A downward revision of the price cap on Russian oil is considered essentially dead after a disappointing G7 summit and the Israel-Iran conflict.

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Hungarian opposition leader Magyar quizzed by European Parliament

Hungarian authorities sent three different requests to the Parliament seeking to waive the immunity of the opposition leader. Magyar claims this is a part of a political campaign against him.

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Hungary and Slovakia block the EU's fresh Russia sanction plans

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said the move was in retaliation for the Commission's RePowerEU plan, which aims to completely cut Russian energy imports.

Sport

Georgia make history with first Mixed Team World title on emotional final day in Budapest

Georgia defeats Korea in a thrilling final to win its first ever Mixed Team gold. Tushishvili, Liparteliani, and Bekauri led a passionate team to victory. An unforgettable finale to the 2025 World Judo Championships in Budapest.

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Judo: Kim strikes gold for Korea, Tasoev defends heavyweight crown on Day 7 in Budapest

Hayun Kim claims Korea’s first gold in +78kg with a golden score win. In +100kg, Tasoev defeats Tushishvili to secure his second World title. Budapest ends the individual competition with heavy drama and heavier champions.

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Judo: Bellandi conquers -78kg, Kanikovskiy dominates -100kg on Day 6 in Budapest

Olympic champ Bellandi adds World gold after a gripping final. In -100kg, Kanikovskiy delivers a brilliant performance to claim his first World title. Day 6 closes with two memorable victories and sets the stage for tomorrow’s heavyweight showdowns.

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MEPs clash in fierce debate on Hungary's Pride ban at EU Parliament

Centrist and leftist MEPs called on the EU to act against Hungary over the LGBTQ+ Pride ban, while the far right defended the move of Viktor Orbán's government. Around 70 MEPs will travel to Budapest next weekend to support LGBTQ+ rights.

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Japan shines as Tanaka claims -70kg gold and Murao triumphs in all-Japanese -90kg final

Shiho Tanaka takes her long-awaited first World title in -70kg. Sanshiro Murao defeats reigning champion Tajima in golden score to capture -90kg gold. Day 5 in Budapest belongs to Japan, with power, precision, and podium domination.

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New Champions Rise as Kaju Shines at -63kg and Arbuzov Stuns in -81kg at Budapest 2025

Haruka Kaju claims gold in her Worlds debut with flawless groundwork. Timur Arbuzov takes down triple World Champion Grigalashvili in -81kg, hinting at a new era in judo. Budapest delivers another electric day at the 2025 World Championships.

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Liparteliani makes history for Georgia as Gaba claims gold on unforgettable Day 3 in Budapest

Eteri Liparteliani becomes Georgia’s first female World Champion with a stunning victory in -57 kg. Joan-Benjamin Gaba triumphs in golden score to win -73 kg. A day of fearless judo, emotion, and history at the 2025 World Championships.

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Abe claims fifth world title, Takeoka stuns at -66 kg, Gyertyas lights up Budapest crowd

Day 2 in Budapest saw Abe Uta win her fifth world title with style, while Takeoka edged Emomali in a tense -66 kg final. Roza Gyertyas brought joy to the home fans with a brilliant bronze. A spectacular day at the 2025 World Judo Championships.