"Freedom and love cannot be banned," said Budapest's Mayor Gergely Karácsony, who announced that Budapest Pride would continue despite Hungary's restrictive law against LGBTQ+ events.
With its blend of architectural styles, the Hungarian capital is one of Europe's most beautiful cities - a fact that sits, perhaps oddly, alongside its dark history. Yet, thankfully, while troubles on the scale of past ones may no longer bubble under the surface, there's something else that does - something more alluring and certainly more positive for Budapest; its residents and its citizens alike.
The tragic case of Mackenzie Michalski, a 31-year-old American nurse who was reported missing from a Budapest nightclub, has shocked many. Her body was ultimately found in a suitcase, raising serious concerns regarding safety in the area and the ongoing investigation into the incident.