Nutcracker Wilhelm returns from space
The nutcracker Wilhelm from the Ore Mountains is back home after his trip into space.
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Nutcracker Wilhelm back home from space
The nutcracker Wilhelm from the Ore Mountains is back home after his trip into space.
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President calls for better infrastructure connections in the new federal states
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President Reiner Haseloff is calling for better infrastructure links between the new federal states and Berlin and Eastern Europe. He emphasizes the need for more direct international connections from Berlin and improved train connections between Dresden, Magdeburg and Berlin. He also focuses on the demographic challenges facing the East and calls for more freedom in the allocation of university places in order to combat the shortage of doctors.
Leipzig leave Manchester with frustration again
Two halves, two different performances. In the end, RB Leipzig suffered their fourth defeat in the last six competitive matches.
Erling Haaland makes soccer history with his 40th Champions League goal
The 23-year-old Erling Haaland scored his 40th goal in the Champions League, making him faster than Ruud van Nistelrooy.
Defeat after leading 2:0: Leipzig loses in Manchester
RB leads 2:0 at the defending champions. But then Manchester City show all their class. A bitter end for Leipzig.
Dresden Striezelmarkt opens its 598th season
The Dresden Striezelmarkt opens a few weeks before Christmas Eve and attracts visitors with more than 200 stands and 180 program items.
RB Leipzig loses 2:3 against Manchester City in the Champions League
After the 7-0 humiliation at Manchester City a good eight months ago, RB Leipzig sold themselves dearly for a long time, but suffered another bitter defeat against the defending Champions League champions.
Numerous pharmacies in eastern Germany remain closed in protest
On Wednesday, up to 3,000 pharmacies in eastern Germany will remain closed to protest against the federal government's healthcare policy. Pharmacies are under immense economic pressure.
"Brutal greed": Haaland the role model for Leipzig revenge
Eight and a half months after the 7-0 defeat at Manchester City, RB Leipzig return to the scene of the biggest debacle in the club's history. Of all people, the opponent's best player serves as inspiration.
Saxony's Minister President demands leadership from Chancellor Scholz ahead of government statement on the budget crisis
Ahead of the government statement on the budget crisis, Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) has called for leadership from Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD).
RB Leipzig to decide group victory in the Champions League
RB Leipzig have the chance to secure group victory in the Champions League at Manchester City today.
Marco Rose: Victory against Manchester City secondary for RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose is focusing more on a good game than a possible victory ahead of the match against Manchester City in the Champions League. Leipzig must win with a three-goal difference to knock the defending champions off top spot.
Forsberg successor: RB Leipzig wants to sign Zaragoza
Bryan Zaragoza is regarded as the shooting star of the Spanish league. The dribbling artist is set to strengthen RB Leipzig in the winter. A clause will help.
Leipzig travel to Manchester without injured Werner
RB Leipzig will also have to do without Timo Werner at Manchester City. The international striker will miss the Champions League group game on Tuesday (21:00/DAZN) due to adductor problems. The 27-year-old, who has lost his regular place with the Saxons, had already missed Saturday's 2-1 defeat in W ..
Second round needed in Pirna mayoral election
The election of the next mayor of Pirna must be decided in a second round. In the first round of voting on Sunday, the candidate put forward by the AfD, Tim Lochner, received the most votes, but clearly missed the required absolute majority with 32.9 percent, as the city announced on its website in ..
Ballas heads Regensburg to victory at Dynamo Dresden
With a knockout in stoppage time, Jahn Regensburg won the top match of the 3rd Football League at leaders Dynamo Dresden and took the lead in the table. Former Dresden player Florian Ballas (90.+3), of all people, headed the visitors to victory in front of 29,578 spectators at the Rudolf Harbig Stad ..
Skeleton German Championships: Jacqueline Pfeifer and Axel Jungk win the titles
Jacqueline Pfeifer and Axel Jungk win the German skeleton championships. Pfeifer comes out on top ahead of Hannah Neise and Corinna Leipold, while Jungk wins ahead of Felix Keisinger and Felix Seibel.
Third division soccer club Hallescher FC mourns deceased fan
The third division soccer team Hallescher FC reacts with deep sadness to the death of a fan.
Aue strong in the snow thanks to Bear - setback for Halle
Aue ends home losing streak in snow flurries. Halle remain in grave danger.
Technisat counts on growth through DAB+ and sees potential in disaster alerting
Electronics manufacturer Technisat, which produces radios in Schöneck in the Vogtland region, is building on further growth through digital reception via DAB+. Since the introduction of this broadcasting standard, around 16 million devices have been sold in Germany, Managing Director Stefan Kön told the German Press Agency. And in future, these radios could also play an important role in alerting the population in the event of a disaster.
Leipzig coach Rose: "I'm really angry"
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose is extremely angry about the 2-1 defeat at VfL Wolfsburg and the loss of a Champions League place in the Bundesliga. "I'm really angry about what we ended up with here today: nothing!", the 47-year-old grumbled at the press conference for the game on Saturday.Leipzig were ..
RB Leipzig loses again against VfL Wolfsburg
RB Leipzig lost to struggling VfL Wolfsburg for the second time in four weeks.
Hallescher FC loses 2-0 against 1 FC Saarbrücken
Halle FC have suffered another setback in their fight to stay in the league. Coach Sreto Ristic's charges lost the clash between their neighbors in the table against 1. FC Saarbrücken 0:2 (0:2) on Saturday.
Emotional moments at Heino's concert
Heino (84) dedicates church tour to his deceased wife with tears and remembrance
Without Werner: RB Leipzig hot for revenge against Wolfsburg
Without national team player Timo Werner injured again, RB Leipzig want to take revenge for their DFB Cup defeat at VfL Wolfsburg. "That hurt. We want to do better," said RB coach Marco Rose ahead of this Saturday's Bundesliga match (3.30pm/Sky) at the Lower Saxony club. Werner is missing the fourth ..
Refugees from Ukraine are transferred to other federal states
Newly arriving refugees from Ukraine are currently being transferred from Saxony to other federal states because the state has reached its admission quota.
CDU Minister Presidents of Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony open to reform of the debt brake
The CDU Minister Presidents of Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony, Reiner Haseloff and Michael Kretschmer, are open to a reform of the debt brake.
Construction industry in eastern Germany continues downward trend
The volume of orders in the main construction sector in eastern Germany fell by 4.1 percent to EUR 14.6 billion. No trend reversal in sight.
Rose strengthens Nagelsmann: National players have a duty
Following the disappointing performances of the German national soccer team against Turkey and Austria, RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose stood up to Julian Nagelsmann and called the players to account. "None of this feels good right now. I think we all feel that way. I think it's first and foremost up to ..
RB Leipzig must do without Timo Werner for the time being
RB Leipzig will not be able to call on attacker Timo Werner for the time being as he is out due to adductor problems.
Heino only practises scales at home and no longer on tour
He postponed the start of his church tour due to his grief for Hannelore, but now it's off to Dresden: Heino and Anita Hegerland are going on tour together - through European churches.
SC DHfK Leipzig fights for a draw at Bergischer HC
The handball players of SC DHfK Leipzig still have to wait for their second away win in the German league. However, the team of Head Coach Runar Sigtryggsson at least secured a 31:31 (16:19) draw at Bergischer HC on Thursday evening. After four defeats in a row, it was the Leipzig club's first point ..
Book Day: Schoolchildren receive a story as a gift
Ahead of World Book Day next year, pupils in Saxony are to receive a story written especially for the day as a gift. Teachers of fourth and fifth graders as well as special education and welcome classes have been able to order book vouchers for this purpose since Wednesday, the Saxon Ministry of Cul ..
Scorpions plan 5 concerts in Germany
The Scorpions plan to play five concerts in Germany next year and will be presenting their brand new show.
Budget ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court and implications for eastern Germany
According to Michael Kellner (Greens), Parliamentary State Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Economics, the budget ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court has a particularly negative impact on eastern Germany.
Germany's longest railroad tunnel planned in the Ore Mountains
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train: the construction of a new route should make this possible and relieve the Elbe Valley of rail traffic. When will the first train roll through Germany's longest rail tunnel?
Astrid Böhmisch becomes the new director of the Leipzig Book Fair
Astrid Böhmisch (49) is to be the new Director of the Leipzig Book Fair. She will take over from Oliver Zille on January 1 next year.
Highest number of unauthorized entries since 2015
From February to September, the number of unauthorized entries into Germany rose steadily. The Federal Police have new figures for October that point in a different direction.
Leipzig's Baumgartner: Showing what skiers can do
Leipzig's Austrian Baumgartner also enjoys the duel against their big soccer neighbors Germany. He makes a light-hearted skier's comment about the European Championship in his adopted country.
Bayern conqueror 1. FC Saarbrücken defeats Dynamo Dresden 1:0
1. FC Saarbrücken, who recently defeated Bayern Munich, handed Dynamo Dresden their first defeat in seven games.
Dynamo Dresden votes for women's soccer and e-sports
Third-division soccer club Dynamo Dresden voted at its ordinary general meeting for the new areas of women's soccer and e-sports. The two motions to amend the content of the articles of association were approved by the 733 members present (7 of whom were not entitled to vote). The General Assembly, ..
Basketball pro Joshiko Saibou makes his comeback in Germany
Controversial professional basketball player Joshiko Saibou played a competitive match in Germany for the first time since the coronavirus controversies in 2020.
Election year 2024: Kretschmer wants to remove the AfD's breeding ground
Saxony's CDU state leader Michael Kretschmer wants to stand up to the AfD in next year's elections and is focusing on the topics of migration, energy and reducing bureaucracy. "Only when the problems that people are dissatisfied with are solved will this far-right AfD also dissolve," said Kretschmer ..
Kretschmer wants to remain CDU state leader: Vote
Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer wants to lead the CDU in Saxony for another two years. To this end, he is running for the chairmanship again at the state party conference in Chemnitz on Saturday. In the vote two years ago, the now 48-year-old achieved a rather meagre result of around 76 percent. I ..
Share of modern heating systems increased in Saxony
The proportion of households in Saxony with modern heating systems has risen. At the same time, the proportion of particularly old heating systems has risen. The federal government is planning measures for climate-friendly heating.
Ruling on the amount of parking fees for a towed car
How long can a private towing service collect demurrage charges for a car that has been removed and can these charges run into the thousands? The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) is set to announce a ruling on this on Friday (9.00 am) in Karlsruhe.It concerns a case from Saxony in which the towing com ..
SC DHfK Leipzig handball team celebrates third home win in the Bundesliga
The SC DHfK Leipzig handball team have celebrated their third successive home win in the Bundesliga.
Anthony Barylla remains with FC Erzgebirge Aue on a long-term basis
Defender Anthony Barylla extends his contract with FC Erzgebirge Aue until 2027.
RB Leipzig prepares for the rest of the Bundesliga schedule
RB Leipzig will train in Spain in January to prepare for the rest of the Bundesliga season.
Saxon skilled trades skeptical despite good order situation
Saxon craft businesses are skeptical about the future despite the good business situation. This was the result of the autumn economic survey conducted by the Saxon Crafts Association.
FC Erzgebirge Aue will play in the round of 16 of the national cup under increased security precautions
FC Erzgebirge Aue's regional cup round of 16 match will take place under increased security precautions following the riots in the third round. The match at SSV Markranstädt has been classified as 'susceptible to disruption'.
Dynamo Dresden condemns racist attack on youth player
The third division soccer club Dynamo Dresden condemns a racist attack on one of its youth players.
Federal President Steinmeier warns against forgetting Ukraine
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier warns that the war in Ukraine is losing the focus of public attention and that Putin's aim is for the world to forget about Ukraine. Germany will not get used to Russia's war of aggression.
SC Magdeburg: Sporting success raises financial level
With its six titles in three years, SC Magdeburg has improved its financial position and been able to keep its squad together as a result.
Eleven-time luge world champion sees no chance of Olympic competitions in Oberhof in 2026
Sascha Benecken, the eleven-time luge world champion, sees no possibility of Oberhof hosting the 2026 Olympic competitions due to the lack of infrastructure.
Kiev's mayor Klitschko warns of coming months
Kiev's mayor Vitali Klitschko expresses concern about the coming months and describes the current situation in Ukraine as uncertain.
Saxony pays out 1.56 billion euros in bridging aid to companies
Saxony has paid out 1.56 billion euros to companies during the coronavirus crisis. Claims amounting to EUR 7 million are still outstanding.
Every year again: judges rate Dresden Christmas stollen
It is sniffed, felt, inspected and tasted: On Tuesday, a jury tested the famous Christmas stollen for its inner and outer texture, smell and taste during a public test in Dresden. The experts have been examining a total of 152 stollen since October, according to the Dresden Stollen Protection Associ ..
Weak demand for e-cars: VW cuts shift
Volkswagen is reacting to the weakening demand for electric cars and has canceled a shift at the Zwickau plant. The management and works council have agreed on a new way of working, a spokesperson explained in response to a dpa inquiry. Since this week, the production line in Hall 5, where the ID.3 ..
Faeser orders border controls for another 20 days
The stationary controls at the borders with Poland, the Czech Republic and Switzerland will be extended by a further 20 days on Wednesday. Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser (SPD) informed the EU Commission of this on Tuesday. According to her ministry, the federal police have apprehended ..
RB talent Köhler receives professional contract
RB Leipzig has signed its talented Tim Köhler on a long-term contract. The 18-year-old received a professional contract until 2026 on Tuesday. Köhler, who has been with the club since 2014, will continue to play for the U19s. This was announced by the Bundesliga club.Bundesliga websiteRB Leipzig squ ..
Forsberg's American flirtation: What the switch means for RB
Emil Forsberg has been with RB Leipzig since January 2015. The Swede is likely to move to the USA next winter. This is about more than just a lucrative contract.
Report: RB Leipzig's Forsberg about to move to the USA
According to a media report, Bundesliga club RB Leipzig may have to prepare for the departure of another key player. As the German newspaper "Bild" reported on its online portal on Monday, Swedish international Emil Forsberg is set to move to sister club New York Red Bulls in the winter. The 31-year ..
Charging infrastructure for electric cars in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
Drivers of electric cars are finding it increasingly easy to find a public charging station in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. However, the ratio of the number of charging points to the number of electric cars varies greatly from region to region.
SC Freiburg coach disappointed after defeat against RB Leipzig
After the 3:1 defeat against RB Leipzig, the SC Freiburg coach gave an insight into his emotional world. He expressed his disappointment at missing the chance to win again despite playing well.
Toe "lightning blue": All-clear for Leipzig goalkeeper Gulacsi
RB Leipzig goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi can travel to the Hungarian national team after all. Head coach Marco Rose gave the all-clear after the Saxons' 3:1 win over SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday evening. "Pete got a knock on his toe yesterday, he was bright blue today. Pete said one or two tab ..
Leipzig's "wild phases" and Rose's desire for consistency
Even if Xavi Simons was once again reliable. The win against Freiburg was hard-fought. Rose would therefore like to see the next increase in quality.
RB Leipzig with a lot of cramp to victory against Freiburg
Xavi Simons remains indispensable for RB Leipzig. The Paris loanee continues to score. But against Freiburg, RB again wasted chances. The late victory was secured by another new signing.
RB Leipzig starts against Freiburg with Klostermann
Marco Rose only made one change to his team against SC Freiburg after the 2:1 win in the Champions League at Red Star Belgrade. Lukas Klostermann replaced Benjamin Henrichs in RB Leipzig's starting XI against the Breisgau side in the Bundesliga on Sunday evening. SC coach Christian Streich saw no re ..
FC Bayern Munich cautious about speculation surrounding Max Eberl
FC Bayern Munich has shown restraint in speculation surrounding the signing of Max Eberl to the board.
FC Hansa Rostock wins East Germany duel against 1.FC Magdeburg
FC Hansa Rostock have managed to catch up with the midfield of the 2nd Bundesliga with a win in the eastern duel and exacerbated the crisis of hosts 1. FC Magdeburg.
Three-pack Kutschke delighted with "bonus" for Dynamo
Dynamo continue on course for the second division. Thanks to Kutschke's treble, even Cologne, who are strong at home, were defeated. Aue scores, Halle loses.
Rose expects his team to be "greedy and aggressive" against Freiburg
Marco Rose also expects a reaction from his team in the Bundesliga. After the 2-0 defeat at FSV Mainz 05 and the subsequent place in the last 16 of the Champions League thanks to the 2-1 win at Red Star Belgrade, the RB Leipzig head coach wants to get back to winning ways in the league as well."We'v ..
Dresden volleyball players win against Suhl
The volleyball players of Dresdner SC have continued their winning streak. Coach Alexander Waibl's team won 3:2 (25:20, 24:26, 19:24, 25:21, 15:10) against VfB Suhl Lotto Thüringen in the Bundesliga on Saturday after a tough battle. It was their sixth success in a row in all competitions.The Dresden ..
Stefan Kutschke shoots Dynamo Dresden to victory against Viktoria Köln
Stefan Kutschke scores a treble to lead Dynamo Dresden to a 5-1 win against Viktoria Köln in the 3rd Football League.
RB Leipzig goalkeeper Blaswich nominated for DFB team
Janis Blaswich has been called up by national coach Julian Nagelsmann for the last international matches of the year. The 32-year-old goalkeeper has been rewarded for his recent excellent performances in the RB Leipzig shirt. "Janis is a goalkeeper who is a good footballer but is also very strong on ..
Nagelsmann must rebuild squad for international matches
Julian Nagelsmann had to make a personnel change just a few hours after his nomination for the final international match of the year. David Raum of RB Leipzig replaces Robin Gosens of Union Berlin, who is absent due to the birth of his second child.
Werner and Poulsen fit for action against Freiburg
RB Leipzig also want to get back on the road to success in the league. Werner, who scored particularly often against Breisgau, is fit again. After the high in the top flight, there was a dip in the mood.
Unity Monument at risk: 2.5 million euros in additional funding
The completion of the Freedom and Unity Monument in Berlin is at risk without additional federal funding, according to the general contractor. According to information from Friday, the Stuttgart office of Milla & Partner has asked the Federal Institute for Building and Regional Planning, which i ..
"Exceptional artist" Willi Baumeister and his network
Willi Baumeister was an advocate of abstract painting and is one of the most important artists of the German post-war period. The Gunzenhauser Museum in Chemnitz is now dedicating an extensive exhibition to him.
BMW in Leipzig now also produces the Mini Countryman
BMW has announced that it will produce the Mini Countryman at its plant in Leipzig. This is the first vehicle from the traditional brand to be manufactured in a BMW plant. Around 100,000 Mini Countryman are to be produced each year.
RB Leipzig goalkeeper Blaswich nominated for DFB team
Janis Blaswich has been called up by national coach Julian Nagelsmann for the last international matches of the year. The 32-year-old goalkeeper has been rewarded for his recent excellent performances in the RB Leipzig shirt. "Janis is a goalkeeper who is a good footballer but is also very strong on ..
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match against SC Freiburg
A Leipzig defeat is not to be expected statistically. Freiburg have only managed two draws at the Red Bull Arena so far, returning home as losers five times. Leipzig have been unbeaten against Freiburg for a total of nine competitive matches.As always, it is likely to be an intense clash with the Br ..
BMW starts production of the Mini Countryman in Leipzig
Car manufacturer BMW officially begins production of the Mini Countryman at its Leipzig plant. It is the first model from the British cult brand to be manufactured entirely in Germany.
Sixth defeat for DHfK Leipzig in the German Handball League
The handball players of SC DHfK Leipzig have conceded their sixth defeat of the season in the Bundesliga. The team coached by Runar Sigtryggsson lost 28:32 (15:17) at Rhein-Neckar Löwen on Thursday evening.
RB Leipzig will play against Borussia Dortmund, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, SV Werder Bremen, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer 04 Leverkusen
RB Leipzig will face Borussia Dortmund and then TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, Werder Bremen, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer 04 Leverkusen on matchday 14 of the Bundesliga.
Kretschmer calls reduction in electricity tax "emergency operation"
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer sees the planned reduction in electricity tax for the manufacturing industry as an "emergency operation, but not a permanent solution". The CDU politician explained on Thursday that Saxony had been calling for the reduction for a long time and that it w ..
VW cuts e-car production in Zwickau again
A portion of production at Volkswagen's e-car factory in Zwickau is being shut down again. The reason for this is a lack of motors, a company spokesperson said on request. These are being sourced from the plant in Kassel. However, fewer of the required electric motors are currently being produced th ..
Hertha against HSV on December 6, FCM one day earlier
Hertha BSC will host league rivals Hamburger SV in the round of 16 of the DFB Cup on December 6. The clash between the second-division soccer clubs will kick off at 8.45pm (Sky) on Wednesday at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, as announced by the German Football Association on Wednesday. One day earlie ..
Searches after May 1 demonstration in Gera
On May 1, hundreds of people from both the right and the left took to the streets in Gera. There was an attempt to break through. Investigators are looking into allegations of breach of the peace and have now searched the properties of suspects in several federal states.
Searches after May Day demonstration in Gera
On May 1, hundreds of right-wing and left-wing protesters took to the streets in Gera. There was an attempt to break through. Investigators are looking into allegations of breach of the peace and have now searched the properties of suspects in several federal states.
Maite Kelly: Women have to support each other
Singer Maite Kelly wants to encourage women to promote each other more. "Unfortunately, I was always promoted more by men than by women. I promised myself I would do it differently as a female entrepreneur, because that's actually really sad," said the 43-year-old in an interview with Deutsche Press ..
RB Leipzig wins in Belgrade and advances to the Champions League round of 16
RB Leipzig win 2:1 against Red Star Belgrade and secure their place in the last 16 of the Champions League. Coach Marco Rose praises the team's performance, but sees potential for improvement in the exploitation of chances.
Maturity test passed: RB Leipzig reaches round of 16
RB Leipzig were unfazed by the heated atmosphere at the Marakana in Belgrade and advanced to the knockout round of the Champions League for the first time.
Leipzig with captain Forsberg in Belgrade: Sesko starts
Lead by captain Emil Forsberg, RB Leipzig go into the potentially decisive Champions League group game at Red Star Belgrade. The Swedish international has been absent from the starting eleven three times recently and will start in attacking midfield alongside Xavi Simons on Tuesday. Christoph Baumga ..
Olympic canoeing champion Rauhe elected to the Athletes' Commission
Olympic canoeing champion Ronald Rauhe has been elected to the Athletes' Commission of the European Olympic Committees. This was announced by the German Canoe Association (DKV) on Tuesday. The 42-year-old Rauhe, who ended his successful career with gold in the four-man kayak at the Olympic Games in ..
Trevor Horn is looking forward to a German audience
British producer icon Trevor Horn will be playing in front of a German audience from Tuesday - and the musician is worried about his fingers. "I haven't played bass for a few weeks and I know my fingers are going to hurt," the 74-year-old Brit told the German Press Agency in an interview before his ..
RB Leipzig aims to reach the round of 16 in Belgrade
RB Leipzig can reach the last 16 of the Champions League on the fourth matchday of the group stage. To do so, coach Marco Rose's team must win at Red Star Belgrade on Tuesday (21:00/DAZN). At the same time, defending champions Manchester City must not lose to Young Boys Bern. That would put the Engl ..
Infection: Timo Werner will miss Leipzig in Belgrade
RB Leipzig can reach the last 16 of the Champions League in Belgrade. However, Timo Werner will be missing. Coach Marco Rose also warns of the atmosphere.