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.
Hungarian company to provide onboard catering on American Airlines’ Budapest route!

World-class service above the clouds: Hungarian catering on American Airlines flights from Budapest!
BREAKING: Hungary to expel seven Ukrainian cash couriers, Kyiv warns of possible sanctions – UPDATE: video

Seven Ukrainian nationals detained during a raid on armoured cash transport vehicles in Hungary are set to be expelled from the country. Kyiv condemns the operation and warns it may introduce sanctions over the incident.
Ukrainian bank staff detained in Hungary: Kyiv alleges “hostage-taking”, Budapest launches money-laundering probe

Hungarian counter-terrorism officers stopped two Ukrainian cash-transport vehicles on the M5 motorway and detained seven bank employees:
Péter Magyar: No one – neither Ukraine nor Russia – can blackmail sovereign Hungary

Péter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party, called on the EU to suspend ties with Ukraine until the Ukrainian president clarifies his remarks.
Fuel prices soar uncontrollably in Hungary: how do our prices compare to those in the region?

🚗💸 Fuel prices are climbing fast in Hungary: petrol and diesel costs are surging due to Middle East tensions and a weakening forint. Check our latest article for regional comparisons and what experts predict next.
Putin will intervene in Hungary’s elections, meddlers coming to support Orbán, intelligence sources claim

Investigative reports citing European intelligence sources claim that Kremlin-linked operatives may attempt to influence Hungary’s 2026 elections in support of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Popular Budapest nightlife venue shut over alleged drug dealing, police and politicians clash

Budapest’s independent nightlife takes another hit: Turbina has been shut for 30 days over alleged drug dealing, while police hunt a suspected dealer and critics say the move punishes an entire community instead of criminals.
Tourism in Hungary: How European policies shape the country’s tourism industry

Do you know EU policies shape tourism in Hungary? 🌍
Budapest metro map guide: Routes, stations, tickets and how to use the metro like a local

Getting around Budapest is easier than you think 🚇 Check the metro map, hop on the next train and reach the city’s top sights in minutes! Here’s everything you need to know about tickets, stations and routes before you travel.
PM Orbán promises to present “evidence” regarding condition of Druzhba pipeline on Monday

Viktor Orbán has announced that the government will present evidence on Monday morning regarding the condition of the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba oil pipeline.





