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.
Magical Budapest Christmas markets to visit this Christmas: dates and locations
Budapest’s 2024 Christmas markets promise to enchant visitors with festive cheer, handcrafted products, and culinary delights.
Budapest’s iconic tram line 2 set for overhaul at World Heritage location
The Budapest Transport Centre has announced ambitious plans to upgrade tram line 2, one of the city’s most iconic routes along the Danube.
Major changes ahead: BKK to simplify passes and increase MOL Bubi fees
The Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) is set to further streamline its ticket and pass offerings in 2025, following changes aligned with the tariff alliance introduced earlier this year. These measures aim to make public transport in Budapest more accessible, affordable,…
After nearly 2 years, Ukraine appoints Fegyir Sándor, ‘teacher from the trenches’, as ambassador to Hungary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially appointed Fegyir Sándor as Ukraine's ambassador to Hungary.
White Christmas on the horizon? Snow and blizzards expected across Hungary!
Are you expecting a white Christmas? ❄️🎄
Planned guest worker ban linked to Hungarian government’s fears of rising unemployment?
Recent reports suggest that the Hungarian government may be planning to implement a ban on employing guest workers from non-EU countries. Here's a possible reason.
Looking for something festive and crowd-free? Budapest’s Christmas markets gain global recognition
The study ranked Budapest's Christmas markets as the 6th least crowded globally, making them a perfect choice for those seeking a magical yet relaxed holiday experience.
Attention: Changes to Budapest’s busiest tram service during the festive season
Budapest’s iconic tram lines 4 and 6, among the city’s most frequented public transport routes, will face significant service changes between 27 December 2024, and 5 January 2025. A damaged water pipe beneath the tracks near Irinyi József Street necessitates…
A world-class attraction: Budapest’s 100-meter Christmas tree
Starting 20 December, the Megyeri Bridge will transform into Hungary’s tallest Christmas tree for the fourth consecutive year.
Russia’s decision: Hungary and Slovakia on the list of unfriendly countries
The Russian government has decided to keep Hungary and Slovakia on its list of "unfriendly" countries, citing insufficient grounds for their removal despite their willingness to maintain political dialogue with Moscow.