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.
Attention: Budapest public transport schedule to change for Easter weekend and spring break

🚍✨ Easter & spring break travel alert in Budapest! BKK has announced changes to public transport schedules and temporary road closures during the Easter weekend and school holiday. Expect rerouted trams, metro disruptions, and car-free embankments perfect for a spring stroll! 🌸🚲
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Can taxis keep up? New Uber rule in Budapest aims to enhance safety

Uber has announced the launch of a new safety feature in Budapest. Read about it below!
EU delegation to Hungary given anti-surveillance phone cases, met with hostility by state bodies

EU Parliament officials were offered Faraday pouches by the EP. What's more, they were treated with hostility and discourtesy in Budapest.
Iconic German singer Nena returns to Budapest after 4 decades!

Don’t miss the chance to see a true pop icon live! Nena’s long-awaited return to Budapest promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, unity, and life.
Hungarian airport set for major expansion with new terminal and runway plans

The plans include a brand-new passenger terminal, an extended runway and taxiway system, and a dedicated area for small aircraft operations.
Donald Trump’s high expectations for PM Orbán: Buy American arms and gas, curb Chinese deals

The Hungarian government did not anticipate such a transactional approach from Washington.
Something’s up: Why the US dollar no longer predicts the Hungarian forint’s movements

The dynamic between the US dollar and the Hungarian forint has changed dramatically: the dollar's movements are no longer a reliable indicator of the forint's performance. Here's why.
Mysterious phone found at the scene of the disappearance of Hungarian twins found dead in Scotland

Recently, a mobile phone was found hidden among a pile of flowers near a lifebelt stand where the twins' bodies were recovered.
“Germany needs Orbán too”: Why are so many Germans moving to Hungary?

Hungary is now a haven for Germans seeking change. But what makes the country so appealing to some Germans?
PHOTOS: New, modern trams travel across Europe to join Budapest’s public transport network

The latest CAF tram arrived in Budapest on 8 April 2025. Check out some photos below!





