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
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Health

Flu overtakes Covid in Hungary: Hospitalisations spike among children and elderly

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For the first time this season, influenza has overtaken Covid as the main cause of hospitalisations in Hungary:

Global news, Foreign Affairs

US military operation in Venezuela sparks diplomatic uncertainty for Hungary – UPDATE: FM Szijjártó reacts

Breaking: Donald Trump announces the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a US military operation. Hungary, which has long cultivated ties with the Venezuelan leader, now faces a complex diplomatic situation.

Hungarian Politics, Finance, Hungary Parliamentary elections 2026

Budapest to pay the price: How Hungary’s 2026 budget plans could further drain local governments

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Budapest could lose nearly HUF 100 billion in 2026 under Hungary’s expanding “solidarity contribution” system. Local governments warn of shrinking autonomy and rising financial pressure; consultations are promised, but only after the elections.

Europe

Swiss fire tragedy: Hungarian authorities comment on whether Hungarians were involved

Hungarian authorities have issued an official update following the deadly fire in Switzerland:

Hetzmann Mercédesz
January 2, 2026

Budapest, Events

A brutal concert year awaits Budapest: Here’s who’s coming to the Hungarian capital in 2026

Whose concert are you most excited about?

Economy

Can the forint repeat its record-breaking 2025 run? Investors beware: April elections could shake the market

The Hungarian forint was a global star last year, but 2026 brings new challenges, especially the April elections. Are we in for another record-breaking run?