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.
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,…
Budapest Zoo implements restrictions amid disease outbreak, Biodome announces opening date

While the zoo has introduced precautionary measures to combat the resurgence of foot-and-mouth disease in Hungary, it also announced the opening of its state-of-the-art Biodome.
Exciting: Direct Budapest-New York flight announced but with a twist

A special flight has been announced.
Unprecedented: Hungarian footballer becomes interim coach of RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig has announced the appointment of Zsolt Lőw as interim head coach.
New paid parking zones in Budapest and expanded toll roads in Hungary

Budapest and Hungary as a whole are introducing significant changes to their transportation infrastructure.





