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Budapest is currently filled with talk about spies and secret software. The government has officially accused an investigative journalist of espionage, while the Tisza Party claims their IT experts were watched because they found spying tools on their computers. At the same time, new polls show a very close race between the major political parties, which is causing a lot of excitement and debate across the capital.
In local news, investigators visited a popular market in the third district to look into a corruption case. There are also updates on serious crimes, including charges against a man from Újpest who was caught in Bratislava. Additionally, some government employees who work in schools are getting ready to go on strike to ask for higher wages and better working conditions.
For those traveling, a new bus service is launching in just a few days at Budapest Airport. This will make it much easier for people to get to their flights on time. Meanwhile, residents are also looking for ways to save money on their upcoming holiday dinners, as food prices remain an important topic for families living in the city.
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