Bridges, parking garages, facades: Young researchers at HTW Dresden are demonstrating how ordinary structures can be turned into small power plants. The MUBARES group is reimagining buildings and could bring the energy transition right to our doorstep. | more
The four Saxon geoparks offer a glimpse into the Earth's history. Geopark guides bring this history to life for visitors. | more
Deutschland ist zwar ausgeschieden, doch die FIFA WM 2026 geht jetzt erst in ihre spannendste Phase. In der K.-o.-Runde entscheidet jedes Spiel, jeder Treffer und jede Verlängerung über das Weiterkommen – beste Voraussetzungen für packende Fußballabende. | more
Turtles are found in German ponds and lakes, but most of them don’t actually belong here. A new study by the Senckenberg Natural History Collections in Dresden shows that 14 out of 15 confirmed species of aquatic turtles are invasive, mostly introduced by pets that were released into the wild. This could become a problem for native ecosystems. | more
Tiny particles in the air influence whether clouds form and how much the Earth warms up. Researchers from TROPOS in Leipzig have therefore traveled to the Irish coast together with partners and are sending drones into the air above the ocean. What they discover could fundamentally improve climate models. | more
The Elbe, Mulde, and other rivers in Saxony are currently carrying much less water than usual. What this means for the flora and fauna in these waters. | more
Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more
Drug-sniffing dog goes astray: A young service dog from Dresden has run away. The police are asking the public not to try to catch the shy dog on their own. | more
A tiger escapes from a private facility; a rescuer is seriously injured. He is still unable to be interviewed. What will happen to the remaining animals? The authorities are considering their next steps. | more
Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more
It is not the severity of a flood or a storm alone that determines the number of casualties. A study conducted in Leipzig shows that education, health, and prosperity often have a greater impact on how severely people are affected by climate-related disasters. | more
Too much fertilizer in the fields, too much nitrate in the water: Researchers at the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research in Leipzig, together with partners, have now comprehensively explained for the first time why heavy rainfall and drought can dramatically exacerbate the problem. Their study was published in the renowned journal Science and provides new insights and a clear warning for Europe. | more
Tango unter freiem Himmel, Klaviernächte vor der Frauenkirche, Bibelgeschichten um 21.45 Uhr: Der fünfte Palais Sommer am Neumarkt macht die Dresdner Altstadt fünf Wochen lang zur abendlichen Bühne – bei freiem Eintritt. | more
More space and new views. The Dresden Zoo is providing its giraffes and zebras with more space. The expansion of the enclosure was funded entirely by donations. | more
Swallows are considered good-luck charms. But now the birds themselves need a bit of luck—and human help. The number of breeding pairs in Saxony has declined significantly. | more
In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more
Spiders trigger fear in many people. Yet these animals are very useful, as they help keep the populations of flies, mosquitoes, moths, and aphids in check. | more
Animal oracles are in demand ahead of the German team's World Cup opener. In the zoos, elephants, monkeys and parrots, for example, are allowed to give their predictions on the outcome of the game - and get their hands on some tasty treats. | more
In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more
At Leipzig Zoo, the parrots take on the role of World Cup oracle. At the dress rehearsal, the "Arakel" decides in favor of an opening victory for the World Cup co-hosts. | more
Moors store CO2 and are refuges for animals and plants. But there are only a few near-natural moors in Saxony. Why is revitalization progressing so slowly? | more
Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more
New schoolyards, green squares and innovative technology: Saxony supports model projects to make cities more resilient to climate change. | more
Lithium is to be mined in the Ore Mountains from 2030. However, this may initially be on a smaller scale than previously planned. According to the company, this should ensure less risk and greater acceptance. | more
Deutschland ist zwar ausgeschieden, doch die FIFA WM 2026 geht jetzt erst in ihre spannendste Phase. In der K.-o.-Runde entscheidet jedes Spiel, jeder Treffer und jede Verlängerung über das Weiterkommen – beste Voraussetzungen für packende Fußballabende. | more
Eleven fawns die during mowing work in the municipality of Lichtenau on Whit Monday. What protective measures farmers can take when mowing - and why laypeople should be careful. | more
Which city has too little greenery, too much concrete, or too few places to cool down during a heatwave? A new online tool developed by the Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IÖR) in Dresden makes these differences visible and helps cities identify where action is needed. | more
Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more
Following the escape of a tiger, it remains unclear what will happen to the ex-artist's eight other big cats. The authorities are demanding stricter husbandry regulations, while the owner wants to keep the animals. | more
The fire department and THW used an excavator to dig their way to the lost dog for hours. | more
Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more
Less congestion for everyone: well-developed public transport and safe footpaths and cycle paths could relieve the pressure on car traffic and make cities more liveable, say climate activists. | more
Tomatoes on rooftops, lettuce from vacant lots: researchers in Dresden and the Netherlands have calculated how much food European cities could grow themselves. Their conclusion: urban farming may have far greater potential than previously assumed. | more
Tango unter freiem Himmel, Klaviernächte vor der Frauenkirche, Bibelgeschichten um 21.45 Uhr: Der fünfte Palais Sommer am Neumarkt macht die Dresdner Altstadt fünf Wochen lang zur abendlichen Bühne – bei freiem Eintritt. | more
The summer weather over the Whitsun weekend increases the risk of forest fires. These regions in Saxony are affected. | more
