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.
Sharp cold snap to close the year in Hungary as arctic air sweeps in

🥶❄️ Winter is making a strong comeback in Hungary!
Hungary Airlines marks first anniversary as giant Boeing 777 cargo jet arrives in Budapest

Hungary Airlines has marked its first anniversary with a major milestone as Europe’s first “Big Twin” Boeing 777 cargo aircraft arrived in Budapest on Christmas morning!
What Christmas was like in Hungary’s Kádár era: Escapes, secret masses and silenced longings

This is what the festive season really looked like in Hungary during the Kádár era:
Legal crypto trading coming to an end in Hungary? Another major player leaves the crypto market

Another major player is suspending its services after Christmas, joining Revolut, eToro and CoinCash in leaving the market.
Bomb threat halts Ukraine-Hungary trains, authorities respond

Bomb scare on international trains: two trains travelling from Ukraine to Hungary were delayed after a bomb threat triggered emergency inspections.
Budapest to launch new MOL Bubi bikes: Bigger fleet, e-bikes and expanded coverage

🚲 Budapest is getting a brand-new generation of MOL Bubi bikes:
The most beautiful Hungarian towns to visit during Christmas

Discover Hungary’s most charming towns, each with festive markets, twinkling lights, and traditional holiday treats. Perfect for a magical day trip or quiet Christmas stroll. 🎄
Vienna-Budapest flight forced to turn back due to technical fault

A Vienna-Budapest flight was forced to turn back late in the evening after a technical fault was detected mid-air. ✈️❄️
Namedays, saints, and why December matters in Hungarian culture

From St. Nicholas’ Day to Namedays and St. Lucy’s traditions, Hungarians celebrate saints throughout the month. Discover what makes December in Hungary truly special 🎄
Burning wreaths, deadly fires and animal rescues: Christmas Eve kept Hungarian firefighters on nonstop alert

Fires sparked by advent wreaths, carbon monoxide poisonings, serious road accidents, and even a kitten rescued from a gutter. 🚒🐾





