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.
Shocking footage: Red liquid bubbling up from cattle buried after foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Hungary

Disturbing images and videos surfaced online showing dark fluids seeping from the ground where the animals were interred.
U.S. tariffs on Hungary cite corruption concerns, straining ties despite Orbán-Trump alliance

The United States has cited systemic corruption in Hungary’s public procurement system as one of the reasons behind newly introduced tariffs on EU imports.
Strange Roman-era burial discovered in Hungary

Archaeologists have uncovered unusual burial practices during the excavation of around seventy graves belonging to a Roman-era Sarmatian cemetery.
More and more Member States in the EU would sanction Hungary

An increasing number of member states advocate for sanctions against Hungary due to its repeated breaches of EU values.
Iconic Budapest garden pub closes: hotel development cuts its legacy short

Budapest bids farewell to one of its iconic cultural and social hubs as the venue permanently closes to make way for a hotel development.
Why Hungary and Slovakia could suffer the most from Trump’s tariffs

Trump's new measures are expected to have significant repercussions for the economies of Hungary and Slovakia. Here's why.
Palestinians slam Hungary’s withdrawal from ICC as Hamas issues strong condemnation

Hungary's decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) has triggered widespread condemnation from Palestinian authorities and human rights organisations.
A taste of home: Hungarian pastry shops in the US

For Hungarians living abroad and those curious about Hungarian culture, pastry shops and cafés offer a nostalgic taste of home. Here are two iconic Hungarian-inspired pastry shops in the US!
Heated debate in the EP on Hungary: ‘Authoritarian police state’

On 2 April 2025, the European Parliament held a contentious debate in Strasbourg on Hungary’s recent legislative developments.
Head of SPAR Hungary: Győr battles with a crisis of trust, everyone goes to Slovakia to shop

Hungarians living near the Slovakian border are increasingly crossing over to shop, driven by economic pressures and government policies. This trend has significantly impacted local retail in cities like Győr, where stores are reportedly struggling to retain customers. Heiszler Gabriella,…





