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.
Funeral costs in Hungary skyrocket amid inflation: A call to plan ahead

Many Hungarians are unprepared for the financial burden of a funeral.
#funeral #burial #mourning #services
Dramatic rise in train-related accidents sparks concern in Hungary

Tragically, there has also been a rise in railway suicides, with 73 cases reported this year compared to 52 during the same period last year.
#railway #train #vehicle #accident #suicide #MÁV
Another Hungarian Olympic gold: Michelle Gulyás wins Hungary’s 6th gold medal!

Congratulations!
#gold #olympics #paris
Warning: Intense heatwave to hit Hungary, followed by sudden temperature drop

Those sensitive to the extreme changes of fronts should take care of themselves in the coming days.
#forecast #weather #heatwave #front
Hungarian swimmer hospitalised after swimming in the Seine amid health concerns

Bettina Fábián experienced nausea and a fever, likely caused by something ingested from the river, necessitating IV treatment.
#Seine #Paris #Olympics #swimmer #hospital #health
Devastating: Almost 1.5 million Hungarians cannot afford a holiday

According to a study, 24.3% of workers in Hungary cannot afford a holiday.
#study #vacation #holiday #poverty #summer
Hungarian government plans to evict Transcarpathian refugees from safe shelters

"We are representing these people because what is happening is clearly illegal. It is also unfair, inhumane, and morally indefensible," the Hungarian Helsinki Committee said.
#Transcarpathia #Ukraine #war #government #shelter
Indulging in Hungary? Get ready for Europe’s 2nd most expensive ice cream

What is your favourite ice cream place in Hungary?
#icecream #Europe #summer
Attention: Major changes ahead for Budapest’s busy Nyugati Square

The transformation of Nyugati Square is set to begin with the demolition of its iconic overpass. Thus, traffic restrictions are expected soon.
#Nyugati #Budapest #travel
Taylor Swift in Budapest? Fans heartbroken as 3 Vienna concerts cancelled

Would you like to see Taylor Swift in Budapest?
#Budapest #TaylorSwift #music #concert #Vienna