Hetzmann Mercédesz

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.

Joined: March 22, 2022
Articles: 3190
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Politics, Hungarian Politics, Hungary Parliamentary elections 2026

Hungary’s official election campaign kicks off today: here’s what you need to know

Hungary’s official election campaign has begun. Signature drives, posters, rallies, state funding and unlimited spending are all back for the next 50 days. Here’s everything you need to know before polling day. 🇭🇺

Hetzmann Mercédesz
February 21, 2026

Politics, Foreign Affairs

Trump throws full weight behind Orbán: “He’s doing an incredible job”

Trump endorsed Orbán again:

Life, Health

Why are so many Hungarians still getting sick? New health report explains

Flu cases surge in Hungary: over 250,000 seek medical help in a week as children hit hardest health healthcare

Tens of thousands are sick, hundreds are in hospital, and children are hit the hardest.

Hetzmann Mercédesz
February 20, 2026

Politics, Foreign Affairs, Hungary Parliamentary elections 2026

Government-close media increasingly portray Germany as Hungary’s new political enemy

Germany Hungary Viktor Orbán Friedrich Merz Tirana

Intelligence leaks, pipeline politics and harsh rhetoric: pro-government media are building a narrative that paints Germany as Hungary’s newest “enemy”.