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.
Protest disrupts Israeli historian’s lecture at top Hungarian university, ministers call for investigation

An Israeli historian’s lecture at ELTE was disrupted by protesters, forcing the university to suspend the event:
Rare celestial spectacle over Hungary: Northern Lights reappear as the week begins with frosty mornings – video

While the weekend brought freezing mornings, it also offered a glimpse of a breathtaking natural wonder in Hungary. ❄️✨
Years-long railway closure in Hungary: locals fear for their homes as new route planned for battery plant and airport expansion

Hungary’s busy regional railway line is shutting down indefinitely this weekend. Debrecen’s mayor has already offered to buy residents’ houses, but the compensation is uncertain and well below market value.
Genetic evidence suggests that some conquering Hungarians were of Uralic origin!

The latest genetic research by Eötvös Loránd University and its international partners sheds light on the origins of the 10th‑century conquering Hungarians:
Tragedy near Hungary: 3 dead and over 500 homeless after gas explosion – photos and video

According to authorities, someone may have broken the seal on the gas valve, causing the explosion.
Cruelty: Hungarian parents starved and neglected 39-year-old disabled daughter

A heartbreaking case from Nyírbátor, Hungary:
Putin and Orbán in secretive phone call: here’s how the Russian President would arrive in Budapest

Budapest is set to make history as Prime Minister Orbán and President Putin discuss peace summit plans.
Innovation: Lidl launches mobile shops in Hungary!

From today, the Lidl on Four Wheels mobile shop is touring Hungary!
Budapest to host 14th Diplomatic Charity Fair: Discover the world’s cultures in one day!

Celebrate culture, compassion, and community at the 14th Diplomatic Charity Fair in Budapest! Meet the Daily News Hungary team at our desk and say hello!
Wizz Air launches flights from Budapest to 2 gorgeous destinations!

New adventures ahead! Wizz Air is adding two exciting northern destinations to its Budapest network: where would you fly with them? ✈️





