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.
Russia tests hypersonic weapon: Putin says the nuclear-powered missile is unmatched

According to Putin, the missile is unique — “unmatched anywhere in the world.”
Hungary among Europe’s top 10 for social media news consumption, but trust remains low

Hungary ranks among the top 10 European countries getting news from social media, but trust in these platforms remains alarmingly low. Can reliable journalism keep up?
Tragic accident in the High Tatras: Hungarian tourist dies after falling into flooded stream – photos

A 41-year-old Hungarian tourist has died in the High Tatras:
Fewer flights, higher ticket prices? Wizz Air slows expansion, affecting many travellers

Fewer flights, higher prices? Wizz Air is slowing its expansion, delaying new aircraft deliveries, and cutting some routes.
Orbán to sit down with Pope Leo XIV in first bilateral meeting

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will meet Pope Leo XIV and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Monday, marking his first bilateral audience with the Pope.
Horror accident: Two Hungarians killed in fiery crash on Austrian motorway caused by drunk driver — video, UPDATE

Two Hungarians lost their lives in a devastating crash on Austria’s A9 motorway.
Budapest Airport launches winter schedule with 7 new destinations and more flights than ever before!

Budapest Airport kicks off the winter season with seven new destinations and a record number of flight options!
Where will you be flying this winter?
Hungarian tourism among Europe’s finest: Local hotels shine at the ‘Oscars of Tourism’

Hungarian tourism shines on the European stage!
Experts: Massive austerity measures expected if Fidesz stays in power; if not, real change will take time in Hungary

According to the former central bank governor, major austerity measures could be introduced if Fidesz remains in power, while investors expect short-term market euphoria in the event of a change of government.
Scandal: Former altar boy speaks out about ties between Hungarian Deputy PM Semjén and Russian church leader accused of sexual harassment

Metropolitan Hilarion, a Russian church leader accused of sexual harassment, allegedly met Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén informally each month and maintained close ties with senior Hungarian officials.





