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.
Trump says Orbán requested exemption from Russian oil sanctions – Here’s how Washington responded

Donald Trump revealed that Viktor Orbán requested exemption from the United States from sanctions on Russian oil. How did the American president respond?
Extraordinary Roman-era discoveries unearthed in Transylvania: Traces of Dacia’s wealthiest city revealed!

The artefacts originate from Colonia Aurelia Apulensis, the richest Roman city in the province of Dacia, named after Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Fire breaks out in Budapest apartment, street temporarily closed

Fire in Budapest’s 8th district: a flat caught fire on Baross Street on Sunday afternoon.
Trump to cut US military presence in Hungary – Even his own party outraged

Trump administration set to reduce US troops in Hungary, Bulgaria, and Slovakia from December, sparking outrage even within his own party.
Two foreigners, one Túró Rudi: The sweetest culture shock!

One of these two friends already knew the magic of Túró Rudi, and convinced his buddy to try this iconic Hungarian treat for the first time. Watch the genuine first bite and the priceless reaction that follows!
Where is the usual anti-EU rhetoric? Hungary’s foreign ministry reacts cautiously to Serbian border guards harassing Hungarian students

Why did Serbia perceive the peaceful Hungarian students as a threat, and why does the Hungarian government not consider it important to stand up for them?
Hungary once again goes its own way: The only EU country that refused to sign Serbia condolence statement

Once again, Hungary stands alone:
Is Budapest still affordable for expats in 2025? Rent, groceries, and daily life costs

Thinking about moving to Budapest or already living here? Find out how much daily life really costs in 2025: rent, food, transport, and more.
Long-awaited railway link to Budapest Airport and new terminal finally set to become reality

The Budapest Airport project represents Hungary’s most significant transport investment in decades.
Tragic accident: Pedestrian killed by turning bus in Budapest

Tragedy in Budapest: a pedestrian lost his life after being hit by a turning bus.





