Hetzmann Mercédesz
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. 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.
Orbán threatens veto on new EU weapons for Ukraine, asks EU to hold direct talks with Putin – UPDATE: government reaction
Viktor Orbán sent a letter to Antonio Costa, President of the EC, urging the EU to reconsider its approach to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
#Ukraine #Russia #war #Orbán #EU
New combination tickets announced for iconic Budapest attractions!
Starting today, Budapest's public transport company has launched a new combination ticket for two popular tourist attractions in the Hungarian capital. Don't forget to take advantage!
#BKV #publictransport #attraction #Budapest #travel #tourism
Tragic end for Hungarian-American teen after struggle with mental health and addiction
Jázmin Pellegrini, a 15-year-old of Hungarian descent, tragically died of a drug overdose in San Francisco after the American psychiatric system failed to adequately treat her.
#USA #death #tragedy
Orbán’s ‘pro-peace’ government becomes largest EU financier of Russia’s war
While Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán often voices that his government is among the "few pro-peace" government in Europe, Hungary has become the largest EU financier of Russia's war on Ukraine.
#war #Russia #Ukraine #Orbán
Serious taxi fare hikes could be coming in Budapest: Organisations negotiate with city council
Do you often take the taxi in Budapest? Taxi organisations have entered into negotiations with city officials regarding a potential fare increase.
#taxi #Budapest #travel #transport
Lord Rothermere: The English press baron who championed Hungarian revisionism
1st Viscount Rothermere was an influential English newspaper magnate who became one of the most vocal supporters of Hungarian territorial revision and a staunch opponent of the Treaty of Trianon in the interwar period.
#history #Trianon #WWI
Wizz Air sets sights on ultra low-cost flights to Dubai – and they won’t be comfortable
The carrier is eyeing the possibility of operating the first ultra low-cost flight from London to Dubai, utilising its new long-range aircraft.
#WizzAir #Dubai #travel #tourism #UAE
Waiting could prove costly in the Budapest property market as the capital faces significant price rises
You might want to hurry: the Hungarian real estate market is experiencing a significant surge, with experts predicting substantial price increases, especially in Budapest.
#Budapest #realestate #property
Tragedy: Child dies after hospital transfer as multiple facilities suspend services across Hungary – UPDATED
A heartbreaking incident has occurred in Hungary, where a child has died after being transferred between hospitals due to the closure of a pediatric ward. The event has raised serious concerns about the state of healthcare in the country. Details…
Budapest Pride in danger? Government threatens to restrict, but can it?
According to an organiser, if the government moves towards a ban, "it would be an admission by decision-makers that there is no longer democracy in Hungary".
#BudapestPride #LGBTQ