Triathlon: Para-athlete Schulz once again European champion
Martin Schulz does it again. European Championship title number 12 for the German paratriathlete. And despite problems in his preparation.
Current Social News from Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. Current news on social issues today from Saxony Dresden Chemnitz Leipzig.
Semperoper Ball 2026: Many tickets already gone
The Dresden Semper Opera Ball is a fixed date in the cultural and event calendar. Guests come from far and wide to dance in the famous opera house - film glamor has been announced for 2026.
Kretschmer and Woidke ask Merz to support the Sorbs
The Sorbs/Wends have been living in Lusatia for around 1,500 years. The descendants of Slavic tribes cultivate customs and traditions. Brandenburg and Saxony are pressing for further support.
"Klosical" by Prinzen singer - not a quiet place
Tobias Künzel is known as the singer of the Prinzen, but also writes musicals. As befits a true prince, his new musical also features a throne.
Lusatia celebrates international folklore festival
For the 15th time, the Domowina - the Lusatian Sorbs' association - is inviting people to the folklore festival. Visitors can expect performances from dance and music groups - and not just from ensembles from Germany.
More than 31,000 appeals against citizens' allowance notices
Every year, the job centers receive tens of thousands of appeals against citizens' benefit notices. The BSW in Saxony is calling for reforms.
Savings plans: social associations warn of long-term consequences
In its draft budget, the government has also made cuts in the social sector. If the planned cuts go ahead, there is a risk that established structures will disappear, warn representatives.
More children and young people taken into care
The number of children taken into care by the youth welfare offices in Saxony has risen slightly. In most cases, the authorities or police saw a danger to the children.
Lack of space in Saxon shelters from violence
Anyone suffering domestic violence can find temporary refuge in one of Saxony's 17 women's and child protection facilities. There are also facilities for men. Sometimes they are all fully booked.
Kretschmer in dispute with Wagenknecht
They discuss war and peace, broken election promises and their relationship with each other. Sahra Wagenknecht and Michael Kretschmer rarely see eye to eye in an argument.
East Germans in top jobs - the gap is only closing slowly
The road to the top is still rocky for East Germans. However, a new study on the elites in Germany shows slow progress.
Alfonso on a mission for democracy: young people miss being heard
He became famous as TV reporter Alfons, in an orange tracksuit jacket, with a fluffy microphone and accent. Emmanuel Peterfalvi now does comedy on stage - with a serious background.
Hundreds of events in the Year of Jewish Culture 2026
Jewish life has existed in Saxony since the Middle Ages. A theme year is intended to honor this culture - but also to draw attention to Jewish perspectives of the present and promote exchange.
These are the most popular baby names in Saxony
In 2023, Hanna and Emil were the most popular first names in Saxony. Are the two names back at the top of the rankings?
Association warns of loss of quality in daycare centers in Saxony
Many parents in Saxony are feeling the direct impact of the pressure on daycare centers on a daily basis. Now an association is warning: without real reforms, there is a threat of a loss of quality - at the expense of the children.
Saxony continues to focus on strengthening democracy
Saxony has long supported associations and organizations for their work to strengthen democracy. Democracy work is needed locally, preferably from the region for the region, says the Minister.
Around one in six people in Saxony affected by poverty
Saxony ranks in the middle of the federal states in the poverty report. The poverty rate in the Free State rose compared to the previous year.
Donations from Stollenpfennig campaign at previous year's level
Every year during Advent, Saxon bakers collect the change from their stollen purchases for a good cause. However, the proceeds from the Diakonie campaign have been declining for years.
Welfare organizations see social stability at risk
The Saxon government's austerity measures are causing a stir. It is clear to everyone that cuts are necessary in view of falling revenues. But where should savings be made?
Racist complaint - demonstration and right-wing protest in Sebnitz
A master roofer advertises for trainees in the official gazette of the town of Sebnitz - with inhumane restrictions. The outrage is huge, there are criminal charges - and public protest.
Craftsmen distance themselves from advertisement in Sebnitz official gazette
A master roofer advertises for trainees in the official gazette of the town of Sebnitz - with inhumane restrictions. The outrage is huge.
Inhumane ad in Sebnitz causes outrage
A roofing company advertises for trainees in the official gazette of the town of Sebnitz - and makes an inhumane restriction in the process. The town reacts, but is itself criticized.
Cultural promotion associations from eastern Germany meet in May
Museums, theaters: many things would not work without volunteers. In Wittenberg, cultural associations from eastern Germany want to provide new impetus. This should also involve networks, young talent and promotion.
More attacks - victim counselors warn of "right-wing takeover"
Right-wing violence in Saxony continues to increase. 2024 victim counselors again recorded more attacks than in Chemnitz in 2018. There is talk of a right-wing takeover.
Season over - night cafés welcome more guests
During the winter months, homeless people can spend the night in the rooms of Dresden's parishes. This season, a particularly large number of women came.
German Hygiene Museum illuminates freedom - Merkel reads
"Freedom" is the title of Angela Merkel's memoirs. The German Hygiene Museum in Dresden has invited the former Chancellor to read from her book at an exhibition on this topic.
Left party sounds the alarm: too few controls in care
Deficiencies in the handling of medicines, hygiene and staffing were reported in nursing homes in 2024. However, only around one in three homes was inspected. Too few, says the Left Party.
Statnik re-elected as head of the Union of Lusatian Sorbs
The Sorbs rely on continuity in their representation of interests. The old and new Domowina leader calls on people to work to preserve the Sorbian language.
Former GDR civil rights activist Gerd Poppe is dead
He rebelled against the GDR superiors and urged the Greens to take a more realistic view of foreign policy. Gerd Poppe has now passed away.