I'm Merci Hetzmann, editor and reviser at Daily News Hungary since 2021. I started my career here with 3 months of internship, after which I became a full-time editor. I live in the Hungarian countryside with my partner and our Botanical Lego sets and plushies. When I am not working, I am either gaming or working on making our small flat lovelier. Working to deliver relevant news to you, our readers, day after day. Find my LinkedIn and DNH articles below.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Hungary: Fireworks, family fun, and travel tips

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Hungary like a local! 🎆 From fireworks over the Danube to family-friendly events and insider travel tips, here’s your guide to a safe and unforgettable night:
Hungarian New Year’s Eve: What do we eat and why?

Discover what Hungarians eat on New Year’s Eve and the lucky meanings behind each dish 🥂🇭🇺
The clock is ticking: Hungary risks losing EUR 1 billion in EU aid by year’s end!

Only a few hours left: Hungary set to lose another EUR 1 billion in EU funds by tomorrow midnight over corruption risks.
Madame Tussauds in Budapest: What to know before you visit

Planning a trip to Budapest? 🎭 Madame Tussauds offers an interactive experience where global celebrities meet iconic Hungarian figures. Book tickets online, choose your preferred time slot, and check available adult and student ticket options.
Hungary to tighten emergency powers as constitutional changes take effect on 1 January

Hungary is tightening its emergency powers:
Don’t miss the deadline: Key insurance cut-off dates to watch before the end of the year in Hungary

31 December is more than just New Year’s Eve in Hungary: thousands of motorists risk starting the new year uninsured if they miss the compulsory motor insurance deadline, while pension savers could lose out on up to HUF 130,000 in tax relief if payments don’t arrive in time.
Thinking about buying a holiday home at Lake Balaton? Here’s why winter is the best time

Thinking about buying a holiday home at Lake Balaton? Winter is often the best time to look:
Missing Austrian man found dead weeks after disappearing in western Hungary

The body of an Austrian man who disappeared from Mosonmagyaróvár in early December has been found.
Here’s where you can welcome the New Year with a centuries-old whip-cracking ritual in Hungary!

Do you know about the centuries-old Hungarian tradition of csergetés? While much of the world celebrates with fireworks, several Hungarian towns still practise this ritual!
Hungary introduces major tax breaks for young mothers: monthly gains could reach EUR 460!

Working in Hungary with two children? This could affect you:





