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.
Budapest-Belgrade railway finally reveals ticket price, launch dates and full timetable

The long-awaited Budapest–Belgrade railway is finally launching! Read our article for information on ticket prices and timetable.
Cross-border train travel between Hungary and its southern neighbour just got easier!

🚆 Good news for commuters!
The Bali beacon: Is the “Island of Gods” still the promised land for Hungary’s remote workforce?

🌴💻 Bali in 2026 is more than an escape: it’s a launchpad for Hungarian professionals seeking productivity, wellness, and global networking. Below, you can discover how to balance private villas, yoga mornings, and street-food meals with Central European work hours.
Huge changes to European travel on the way: Stricter controls and new visa rules approaching

The European Commission has unveiled a new five-year plan for migration, asylum, and visa policy. Here's what we know.
Hungary storm into women’s Water Polo Euro semi-finals after crushing Israel

Hungary’s women’s water polo team are through to the European Championship semi-finals after a crushing win over Israel in Funchal:
Flu cases surge in Hungary: over 250,000 seek medical help in a week as children hit hardest

Flu cases are soaring in Hungary: more than 250,000 people sought medical help in just one week, with children the most affected and hospital admissions rising fast.
Hungary’s newest crime map: The most dangerous towns and safest counties revealed

Think Budapest is Hungary’s crime capital? Think again! 🕵️♂️ See which counties and towns top the 2025 crime map, and where it’s safest to live.
Winter’s last laugh? Hungary set for rapid shift to spring-like temperatures

From snow boots to sunglasses? ❄️➡️☀️ Hungary is swapping winter for spring-like warmth midweek: check where the sunshine is heading first!
Budapest link emerges in newly released Epstein files: Király Street flat and young Hungarian woman mentioned

Budapest pops up in Epstein files:
Major change in banking in Hungary: You can now withdraw twice as much cash for free!

💸 Big change at Hungarian ATMs from today:





