Majority of East Germans against the term "new federal states"
65% of East Germans no longer consider the term "new federal states" to be appropriate. What alternative they prefer and what this has to do with the national holiday.
Current Social News from Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. Current news on social issues today from Saxony Dresden Chemnitz Leipzig.
1 year of the Self-Determination Act - "endless relief"
For exactly twelve months now, people have been able to change their gender entry relatively easily. What the Federal Government's Queer Commissioner says about the response - and the Liebich case.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Cold relief in Dresden: Night cafés open for the homeless
When the nights get colder, life on the streets becomes life-threatening. There is help in Dresden: numerous facilities offer shelter, warmth and support for homeless people.
More Saxon children and young people taken into care
The number of children and young people taken into care in Saxony has risen. 16 to 18-year-olds are particularly affected. What is behind the measures.
"Happiness atlas": Saxony as happy as before the pandemic
Saxons are happier than they have been for a long time. The "Happiness Atlas" 2025 shows where the Free State shines in the national rankings and where it still lags behind.
Protests over Lindemann invitation to Leipzig Opera Ball
Till Lindemann is among the VIPs invited to celebrate at the Leipzig Opera Ball. This is met with criticism - around 200 people gathered in Leipzig with banners and whistles.
Ukrainian receives scholarship for cosmopolitanism and tolerance
In 2009, a murder shook more than just Dresden. A young Egyptian woman was killed for racist reasons. A scholarship commemorates her to this day.
Open letter: Lindemann as VIP guest is a "fatal signal"
Till Lindemann is among the 40 or so VIPs invited to the Leipzig Opera Ball. Why an alliance clearly criticizes this.
Poor despite working: prejudices hurt recipients of citizen's allowance
Despite having a job, many people are dependent on citizens' income. With little pay, they also have to cope with prejudice. Experts warn of the social consequences of a citizen's income reform.
Saxon Citizens' Award for five initiatives and associations
The Saxon Citizens' Award is intended to honor outstanding civic engagement. These are this year's award winners.
Diakonie: Young people continue to suffer from the consequences of the pandemic
Anxiety, isolation, depression: Diakonie warns that many young people are still suffering from the consequences of the pandemic. Why they now urgently need more help and a sympathetic ear.
Dick Brave plays live at the Dresden Semper Opera Ball
In addition to waltzes, the Dresden Semper Opera Ball also includes a live concert. Next year, there will be rock'n'roll to be heard.
Köpping: Care reform must not be an austerity reform
Hardly any other topic in Germany drives people as much as care in old age. This is because the costs are enormous and consume far more than those affected have in their pension.
Till Lindemann as guest of honor at the Leipzig Opera Ball
There are 40 guests on the VIP list at the Leipzig Opera Ball. One of them is Rammstein singer Till Lindemann.
"Acute shortage" - There is a lack of foster families in Saxony
Children who are placed in foster families often have traumatic experiences behind them. The need is increasing, especially in large cities. What hurdles are there?
More prostitutes reported - Greens warn of unreported cases
Officially, just under 1,000 prostitutes are registered in Saxony. However, advice centers speak of more than 1,400 contacts. Green MP Meier sees a considerable number of unreported cases.
CSD and counter-protest in Görlitz - police separate groups
The CSD in Görlitz also crossed the border. But right-wing extremists also mobilized, also on the German and Polish sides.
CSD in Döbeln - Investigation after Hitler salute
Hundreds of people demonstrate at Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Döbeln. At the same time, a counter-rally runs through the town in central Saxony. The police record several criminal offenses.
East Germans in executive chairs? Proportion rising only slowly
For the federal government, diversity in management positions means that East Germans are also represented according to their share of the population. However, the development is slow.
Food banks receive 400,000 euros - start for applications
The food banks in Saxony can apply for funding for investments until October 6.
Parents in Saxony wait almost two months for parental allowance
Fewer applications, but still long waiting times: Where parents in Saxony wait the longest for their money - and why.
Just do it - Commissioner for Eastern Europe honors initiatives
Many villages now lack a pub or store - and sometimes also a place to exchange ideas. What can be done? Dozens of ideas are being honored in the "Machen 2025" competition.
Head of deaconry: "Have a nose for where the fire is greatest"
The voluntary welfare sector is important for what holds the state together at its core. However, the work of the associations is often slowed down by excessive control.
Diakonie Saxony: "Housing shortage is no longer a marginal phenomenon"
Affordable housing is in short supply, especially in large cities. Thousands of people seek help from Diakonie.
Leipzig's population has grown more than expected
Leipzig continues to grow, particularly due to immigration from abroad. The increase is higher than expected, although there is a downward trend.
Saxony focuses on support services for carers
An estimated 450,000 people in Saxony care for relatives at home. A poster campaign is now intended to draw attention to support services.
Head of Diakonie deplores mercilessness in society
The political debate in Germany is sometimes very heated. In social media, things really get heated under the protection of anonymity. The communication of a society suffers as a result.