Dynamo Dresden loses to Borussia Dortmund II in the 3rd division
The favorite struggles in the black-yellow exchange of blows. Dresden remained pale once again, especially in attack. They are now in danger of losing the lead in the table.
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RB Leipzig clearly defeated by VfL Wolfsburg
After winning two games recently, the Leipzig team failed to pick up any points in Wolfsburg. In the end, it was even bitter against the former series champions.
1. FC Heidenheim ready for clash against RB Leipzig
Heidenheim will celebrate an international victory on Thursday and Leipzig await in the league on Sunday. FCH coach Schmidt can draw on a full complement of players, while the Saxons will be looking to extend their streak.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose praises the long-term work of coach Frank Schmidt
RB Leipzig travel to Heidenheim with a lot of respect. For coach Marco Rose, that also has a lot to do with a colleague.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's game in Heidenheim
Heidenheim have never scored against RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga. But there has been one win against the Saxons under coach Schmidt.
Prime ministers call for diplomatic engagement to end the Russian war in Ukraine
In Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg, the CDU and SPD respectively need the BSW to form a government. However, Wagenknecht's alliance sets foreign policy conditions. Will the leaders accept them?
Goalkeeper Janis Blaswich once again in the DFB squad
RB Leipzig has several goalkeepers on duty with the national teams. Only the number one is canceling the international trips.
RB Leipzig frustrated and disappointed after 3-2 defeat to Juve
RB Leipzig remain without points after two preliminary round matches in the Champions League. Even a two-goal lead against Italian record champions Juventus Turin was not enough for a home win.
RB Leipzig loses to Juventus despite being outnumbered
Both strikers scored twice in the duel between the two best defensive teams. Leipzig, who were outnumbered, were once again caught out in the closing stages and were left without a point.
Leipzig handball team easily advances to the round of 16
Leipzig's Bundesliga handball players live up to their role as favorites at second-division club TuS N-Lübbecke. With only six goals conceded in the first half, they lay the foundation for victory early on.
Alstom plans to close the plant in Görlitz by 2026
The train manufacturer Alstom's plant in eastern Saxony will close in around a year and a half. However, other locations are also affected by the French company's plans.
Schuster: Party ban is not a political wish list
Following the state elections in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg, the debate about banning the AfD has flared up again. The Saxon Interior Minister is skeptical of such demands.
Winning design for Freedom and Unity Monument presented in Leipzig
The Peaceful Revolution of 1989 united the previously divided Germany. A monument to freedom and unity is to be erected in Leipzig next year. The winning designs have now been presented.
Marco Rose underlines claims and ambitions at RB Leipzig
Red Bull managing director Oliver Mintzlaff criticizes RB Leipzig after their recent clean sheet. That is his right as boss, says coach Rose - and disagrees on one point.
RB Leipzig wants its first points in the Champions League
Juventus have yet to concede a goal in the league, only conceding one in the top flight. RB Leipzig now want to change that and believe they have a good chance against the Italians.
Title defense in sight: Magdeburg in the final of the Club World Cup
SCM defeats local hero Al Ahly in the semi-finals of the Club World Championship. The Magdeburg team only turned the game around in the last ten minutes.
Juventus Turin want to keep control of the game against RB Leipzig
Juventus are yet to concede a goal in the league and have only conceded one in the top flight. Juve want to dictate the game at RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose optimistic ahead of Champions League match against Juventus Turin
Juventus have yet to concede a goal in the league, only conceding one in the top flight. RB Leipzig now want to change that and believe they have a good chance against the Italians.
VW works council in Zwickau resigns - new election planned
A bang at the VW plant in Zwickau: the works council resigns and prepares for an early election. The background to this are legal disputes about the 2019 election.
HanseMerkur Award for Child Protection goes to outstanding initiatives
They are committed to topics such as civil courage, coping with war trauma, inclusion and anti-bullying: five social initiatives are awarded the HanseMerkur Prize for Child Protection.
Emigration of young people from East Germany continues
In 2023, more young people will have moved from the eastern German states to the west than vice versa. What does this mean for the age structure? And what about immigration from abroad?
Conference of Minister Presidents under Rhineland presidency: progress in migration policy
The heads of the federal states have been meeting regularly since 1954. Last year, Hesse saw itself as the "heart muscle of German federalism". Now another state is taking over the chairmanship.
CDU politician calls for AfD ban proceedings after events in Thuringia state parliament
After a chaotic first session of the Thuringian state parliament, former East German Commissioner Wanderwitz (CDU) insists on a ban procedure against the CDU. He is not alone in this view.
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to coordinate BSW negotiations and break them off if there is no willingness to compromise
Forming a government in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg is difficult - the BSW is needed. Party founder Wagenknecht wants to leave nothing to chance in the talks.
SC DHfK Leipzig defeats Rhein-Neckar Löwen in thrilling Bundesliga match
Leipzig's handball team confirms its strong early form in the Bundesliga and inflicts its first defeat of the season on Rhein-Neckar Löwen. Goalkeeper Kristian Saeveras played a decisive role in this.
Saxony wants to maintain its own border police force
Saxony is taking a leaf out of Bavaria's book and wants to set up its own border police force. However, the undertaking is not cheap. Ultimately, a new government will have to decide.
Light art enchants Chemnitz - a new view of architecture
A light art trail offers a new perspective on well-known buildings in Chemnitz and highlights places that otherwise receive little attention. Behind this is an architectural vision for the city.
Theater Görlitz-Zittau offers naming rights to sponsors
Allianz Arena or Playmobil Stadium - this type of sponsorship has long been the norm in sport. A theater in eastern Saxony is now taking this form of advertising as a model.
Not really in the flow: RB still looking ahead
Things have not been going well at RB Leipzig recently. Midfielder Nicolas Seiwald tries to explain the weakness in attack.
Saxony's art collections with an increase in visitors
Saxony's state museums are enjoying a growing response thanks to their exhibitions. The pre-pandemic level has almost been reached - and more highlights will follow next year.
Max Eberl talks about a healthier relationship with work
Max Eberl has been Bayern's sporting director since March. There were previously controversial discussions about his career. In an interview, Eberl talks about mental health, among other things.
CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony agree further talks
The potential coalition partners for a new government in Saxony do not want to rush into anything. Further talks have been agreed before coalition negotiations take place.
Söder warns of consequences for the future after AfD success in the east
Even if the AfD has no prospect of government participation after the elections in the east, its good results are worrying the other parties. The CSU even fears a permanent change.
SC DHfK Leipzig celebrate home win over Gummersbach
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the club, the Leipzig handball team has been in top form for a long time. In the end, however, it was the match against VfL Gummersbach that proved to be the most thrilling.
Purple Disco Machine about home and success
This time, DJ Purple Disco Machine wanted to do things differently - and recorded the new record entirely in his home city of Dresden. Musically, he invites you to "Paradise".
Promoted St. Pauli pick up first point against Leipzig
FC St. Pauli save their first point for a top opponent. The tired-looking European Cup participants from Leipzig play like anything but a top team.
SC DHfK Leipzig celebrates home win against Gummersbach
Leipzig's handball team is in top form for a long time on the occasion of the club's 70th anniversary. In the end, however, the game against VfL Gummersbach turned out to be exciting.
Martina Gedeck makes her debut at the Semperoper as Mephisto's antagonist
She is one of Germany's leading actors. Her love belongs to language and music. For years, Martina Gedeck has been combining this outside of the movies - and she also knows the big stage.
Thüringer HC celebrates convincing win in Metzingen
The Thuringian handball team took a big step forward in their match against the cup winners. The result was a surprisingly clear success.
New early work by Mozart performed in Leipzig - a big crowd
It is only twelve minutes of music. A composition from Mozart's youth was recently discovered in Leipzig - and now played there. The queue outside the opera house was long.
RB Leipzig to rotate further at promoted FC St. Pauli
Leipzig need fresh forces at FC St. Pauli. Coach Rose wants to rotate further against the promoted team, who have no points so far. And he warns against the Hanseatic side.
Herbert debut: Bayern basketball players win against Chemnitz
Former German national basketball coach Gordon Herbert celebrates a successful debut as the new coach of FC Bayern Munich. The defending BBL champions have no problems against Chemnitz.
Aue fight for a draw in Unterhaching
Aue let a lead slip against Unterhaching and then fought their way to a draw. The Veilchen thus remain unbeaten away from home.
RB Leipzig women win 2:0 against SV Werder Bremen
After the defeat against Bayern Munich, Leipzig are victorious again. It is their seventh home win in a row this season.
St. Pauli coach Blessin meets former club RB Leipzig
With FC St. Pauli, he is in the Bundesliga relegation battle. He trained talented players for RB Leipzig for eight years. The reunion on Sunday is something special for Alexander Blessin.
All-clear for Kampl - Leipzig with rotation thoughts
Kevin Kampl is not out for the long term. Nevertheless, coach Rose needs fresh forces at FC St. Pauli. If necessary, the decision will only be made in Hamburg, "who gets out of bed how early".
RB Leipzig: Club record in danger against FC St. Pauli
RB Leipzig travel to Hamburg on Sunday. The Saxons have good experience with promoted teams.
Rose hopes for learning process after conceding late goal at Atlético
RB Leipzig will not dwell on the setback at Atlético Madrid for long. However, there is hardly any time, as a clash with FC St. Pauli is already on the agenda on Sunday.
RB Leipzig lose 2-1 at Atlético Madrid after a late goal
The visitors from Saxony even take an early lead. However, Leipzig were unable to hold on to it. The hope of at least a point is dashed shortly before the end.
RB Leipzig lose 2-1 at Atlético Madrid after a late goal
The visitors from Saxony even take an early lead. However, Leipzig were unable to hold on to it. The hope of at least a point is dashed shortly before the end.
RB Leipzig experiences false start in Champions League against Atlético Madrid
RB miss out on a dream start at Atlético despite taking the lead. Griezmann and Co. deliver a brilliant display of energy and defeat RB after 16 unbeaten competitive matches.
Unknown Mozart piece discovered in Leipzig
Twelve minutes of Mozart: a previously unknown piece of music from the composer's teenage years has been discovered in Leipzig.
Elbe floods Dresden: Peak in Saxony expected in the afternoon
The flood waters in the rivers of eastern Saxony are subsiding. Only the Elbe, coming from the Czech Republic, is swelling - now the crest is moving towards the Saxon part of the river.
After Rodri criticism: Leipzig professional Orban shows understanding
The number of competitive matches in professional soccer continues to increase. The players complain about the increasing workload. But RB defender Willi Orban does not believe in a strike.
RB Leipzig captain Orban optimistic ahead of Champions League match against Atlético Madrid
RB Leipzig kick off the new Champions League season at Atlético Madrid. In this emotional duel, the Saxons can once again rely on their defensive boss, who has been suspended recently.
Wagenknecht sees chances for government participation after talks with CDU
Sahra Wagenknecht is open to cooperation between the BSW and the CDU in Thuringia and Saxony. However, she is sharply critical of the federal chairman.
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone positive ahead of Champions League opener
Atlético Madrid kick off the new premier class season with a home match against RB Leipzig. A major challenge. But the Spanish club is tackling the task with confidence.
Festival transforms old coal-fired power station into art gallery
At the beginning of the year, the plug was pulled on the old combined heat and power plant in Chemnitz. Now it will have a completely new use in the Capital of Culture year 2025: as a temporary gallery for contemporary art.
Millions in funding for new semiconductor test center
The heart of the European semiconductor industry beats in Saxony. Now a new test center for semiconductor components is also being built here. It is intended to close a gap.
Millions in funding for new semiconductor test center
The heart of the European semiconductor industry beats in Saxony. Now a new test center for semiconductor components is also being built here. It is intended to close a gap.
Less bureaucracy, fewer standards: are we ready for more personal responsibility?
Reducing bureaucracy brings more efficiency, but also less protection. How much responsibility are citizens willing to take on when standards fall?
RB Leipzig ready for difficult opening match in the Premier League against Atlético Madrid
In the clash between the red and whites, it's all about the strikers. Openda and Co. will face an Argentinian world champion. And an old acquaintance in top form.
Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger plans job cuts in Europe
The Swiss company is expected to cut 200 jobs at all locations by the end of 2025. Jobs could also be lost in Germany.
Kretschmer welcomes agreement between Söder and Merz on chancellor candidacy
The candidacy for chancellor remained open for a long time, but now it is clear: Friedrich Merz will run for the CDU/CSU. Michael Kretschmer welcomes the decision.
Flood: Woman checks water level and falls into the Neisse
A woman just wants to take a closer look at the flooding in Görlitz, slips on the edge of the water and floats hundreds of meters into the water. But she has a stroke of luck.
Floods on the Elbe and Neisse in Saxony: alert level 2 reached
Water levels continue to rise on the Elbe. The district of Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge is calling on the population to take precautions.
Economic experts warn of negative consequences of the state elections in Saxony and Thuringia
The election results of the AfD and BSW in Saxony and Thuringia have economists worried. The vast majority expect negative economic consequences for the states.
SC DHfK Leipzig defeats Füchse Berlin 32:37 in the German Handball League
Leipzig only kept up with runners-up Füchse Berlin in phases. In the end, the Champions League contenders were one size too big in the East derby.
Prinzen frontman Krumbiegel: I don't want to be cheesy
With his band Die Prinzen, Sebastian Krumbiegel sang about kissing and lots of money. His topics have changed in the meantime. His songs are now about his grandma, Freddie Mercury and hope.
Unimaginative against walls: Leipzig's unsolvable puzzle
When the opposition stonewalls, it gets really difficult for RB Leipzig. This was demonstrated once again against Union Berlin. A solution is not in sight.
Rönnow's penalty saved secures Union Berlin a draw against Leipzig
Loïs Openda could become Leipzig's match-winner, but Union Berlin's Frederik Rönnow saves his penalty. The Dane's psychological tricks are clearly having an effect.
Joke about Dresden bridges: Union Berlin offends in tone
Union Berlin's defense is very solid in Leipzig. The club's social media team is happy about this - and takes the wrong tone with a joke about Dresden's bridges.
RB Leipzig and Union Berlin draw goalless despite dramatic final phase
With three wins, Leipzig would have equaled their own starting record. But the Saxons came up with too little against passive Berlin, not even scoring from penalties.
Dynamo Dresden wins against TSV 1860 Munich in the 3rd division
Dynamo take a deserved lead in the late kick-off in Munich. But then the Saxons slip up. But the hosts make even more mistakes.
HOLD Tram drivers compete in the "European Tram Championships"
Starting off sensitively, braking spontaneously, stopping precisely - precision is the name of the game in the streetcar drivers' competition. There is opera music during the breaks.
Merz: Eastern CDU does not need advice from the West
The CDU wants to forge coalitions in Saxony and Thuringia - and also needs unloved partners. The federal party leader resents advice from outside. But he is clear about one thing.
Admission problems: 1860 Munich against Dynamo starts later
The match between the Sechziger and Dynamo is kicked off late. The reason is a problem with the admission of the fans.
Study: firewall to AfD in municipalities has cracks, but stands firm
Time and again, there is talk of a firewall when parties emphasize their refusal to cooperate with the AfD. Researchers have now investigated how firm the wall is in the eastern municipalities.
Short-term decision for Union coach Svensson
At least one coach's seat will remain vacant in the match between RB Leipzig and Union Berlin. Whether guest coach Svensson will take his seat in the trade fair city will be decided shortly before the start of the match.
Thüringer HC loses to Dortmund after a false start
The Thuringian handball players face a tough test in their home opener. They put up a good fight, but Borussia Dortmund proved to be too strong.
Young sturgeons released into the Elbe for the first time in almost ten years
It was a major reintroduction project that was interrupted in 2014. Now it's starting again, because the sturgeon has an important effect on rivers.
CDU head of government Kretschmer supports SPD man Woidke
Ahead of the state elections, Brandenburg's SPD Prime Minister Woidke is receiving support from Saxony's head of government Kretschmer. This is unusual - because CDU top candidate Redmann wants to succeed Woidke.
Final election results determined in Saxony
Almost two weeks after the state election, the state election committee has determined the official final result. There have been no new changes to the distribution of seats.
"Not that much of a douche": Selke understands image problem
Davie Selke has already played for several clubs in German professional soccer. The HSV attacker says that he can understand reservations against him. And he has an explanation for this.
European Peace Ride starts under adverse weather conditions
Athletes wanted to take the baton of the European Capital of Culture from Bad Ischl to Chemnitz by bike. But the start was canceled due to persistent rain. What about the other stages?
Leipzig's Kampl critical: Were "not always at the maximum"
RB Leipzig started the season with two wins, a feat last achieved in 2019. Veteran Kevin Kampl explains what is different to last season.
Another section of the Carola Bridge in Dresden collapsed
The collapse of the Carola Bridge continues to cause a stir. Now another part of the bridge has been destroyed - but this time on purpose.
Van Bommel advised Vermeeren to switch to Leipzig
Arthur Vermeeren is considered a child prodigy in Belgium. The 19-year-old failed to make the breakthrough at Atlético Madrid. Then he followed the advice of a former Bayern star.
Rose expects more coach suspensions - criticism of Orban ruling
Marco Rose and Marcel Rapp will be suspended on matchday 3 of the Bundesliga. The Leipzig coach expects an accumulation of cases and also criticizes the suspension against his captain.
Acclimatization period for Union Berlin's new arrivals
Union Berlin has strengthened once again in recent weeks. But the newcomers first have to settle in.
Union coach Bo Svensson questionable for match in Leipzig
Leipzig coach Marco Rose will not be allowed to sit on the bench on Saturday due to suspension. His Berlin counterpart Svensson could be absent for other reasons.
European Peace Ride 2024: Cyclists on tour for peace
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
New peace ride: Cycling connects cultural capitals
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
IG Metall insists on job security at VW Saxony
In the dispute over possible redundancies and plant closures at Volkswagen, the trade union is pressing for the job agreements for the sites in Saxony to be retained. However, these are being put to the test.
Reservations because of cancer: Kreuzer's difficult club search
Niklas Kreuzer falls ill with cancer in mid-August 2023. He fights, beats the disease and celebrates his comeback in the 3rd division. He encounters reservations when looking for a new club.
Construction industry insists on bridge renovation
A lack of maintenance could have been the cause of the bridge collapse in Dresden. Experts have long been calling for the rapid renovation of dilapidated structures.
East German car industry calls for barriers to be removed
High energy costs, excessive bureaucracy and regulations are paralyzing the economy. The East German automotive industry is facing a storm and has clear expectations - as do state politicians.
DFB Federal Court confirms ban for RB Leipzig captain Orban
RB Leipzig will have to make do without defender Willi Orban for the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. The DFB Federal Court rejected the RB captain's renewed appeal.
Condition of German bridges: safety despite the need for renovation
It remains unclear why the bridge in Dresden collapsed. Generally speaking, bridges in Germany are considered safe. Nevertheless, there is still a need for renovation.
East German politicians furious over failed migration talks
Childcare, energy transition, migration - local authorities have to deal with many tasks at the same time. East German city leaders are calling for more support - and criticizing the federal government.