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.
North Korea executes people for watching foreign films: report on regime brutality

The North Korean regime keeps its people in fear by carrying out public executions.
Hungary to tighten tax oversight on Airbnb hosts, couriers and crypto traders

Hungary plans a major overhaul of taxation rules for Airbnb hosts, couriers, and crypto traders, introducing international data sharing and tighter oversight.
Hungary clings to the myth of cheap Russian gas: but pays more than the EU average

The Hungarian government continues to repeat the myth of "cheap Russian gas," while the reality shows the opposite: Hungary pays more for energy than the EU average.
Children in Hungarian state care taken to orgies of politicians: Former child protection head

A whistleblower reveals systemic abuse and political cover-ups in Hungary’s child protection system, calling it broken beyond repair.
Former Moldovan spy chief met Belarusian intelligence officers in Budapest

A former Moldovan intelligence official was arrested for allegedly handing over state secrets to Belarusian agents during covert meetings in Budapest.
Police can fine many more drivers in Hungary soon!

Regulations are tightening: soon, the police will be able to fine many more drivers and vehicle owners.
Mourning: Hungarian actress Boglárka Koós dies aged 27

Rest in peace, Boglárka Koós.
Did you know that Hungary had a special weapon in WWII?

Did you know Hungary had its own unique WWII weapon?
What happened? Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigns

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation today.
Carlo Acutis, 15, canonised as the 1st millennial saint by the Catholic Church

Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian tech prodigy and devout Catholic who died of leukaemia, was canonised on Sunday, becoming the first millennial saint.





