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.
Property tax for foreign buyers could be imposed in Hungary

Could foreign property buyers soon face extra taxes in Hungary? A new law could give local municipalities more control over property ownership, especially in popular areas like Budapest and Lake Balaton. 🏡💰
Congratulations: Hungarian student admitted to two of the world’s best universities!

From Budapest to the world 🌍🇭🇺✨ A talented Hungarian student just got accepted to both MIT and Cambridge! Read her inspiring story of ambition, talent, and perseverance.
A royal tragedy: The short, shadowed life of King Matthias Corvinus’s first wife – Catherine died at 15

👑 A queen without a crown, a love never given a chance. The tragic fate of King Matthias Corvinus’s first wife, Catherine of Poděbrady, still haunts Hungarian history. Was it illness—or a fatal union—that sealed her fate at just 15 years old?
Emergency landing in Budapest: Ryanair flight to Sofia returns shortly after takeoff due to technical issue

A Ryanair flight bound for Sofia was forced to return to Budapest shortly after takeoff on.
Over half a million Hungarians gone: The educated youth fleeing a country they no longer believe in

More Hungarians are leaving the country than ever before—especially the young and educated. Over half a million now live abroad, with Austria, Germany, and the UK as top destinations. What’s driving this mass exodus? Economic struggles, poor job prospects, and a desire for better opportunities. The question now: who will stay to shape Hungary’s future?
Severe weather alert issued for Hungary: Thunderstorms and flash floods expected

🌩⚠️ Severe weather alert in Hungary!
Thunderstorms, strong winds, hail, and even flash floods are expected across the country today and tomorrow. Stay safe, follow official updates, and be prepared for sudden weather changes!
13-year-old child airlifted to hospital after fall from Esztergom castle wall

🚁 Tragic accident in Esztergom on Easter Monday — A 13-year-old child fell from the castle wall near the Lipót Terrace and had to be airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.
Rising costs and labour shortages drive Hungarian agriculture to hire Filipino guest workers

According to experts, Filipino guest workers are often more dependable, as they consistently show up for work, unlike some local labourers who may be absent without notice.
Budapest’s historic baths to be beautifully renovated

Budapest’s world-famous thermal baths are entering a transformative period. Which one is your favourite Budapest bath?
Hungarian man detained, searched, and deported from U.S. despite valid visa – UPDATE: Clarification

🇭🇺✈️ A Hungarian man with a valid U.S. visa was detained, searched, and deported upon arrival in America—after border agents read his private messages and suspected him of planning to work illegally. He never made it past the airport.





