500 million euros for 75 modern trains in Central Germany
More comfort, more space: S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland is investing 500 million euros in modern trains - including WLAN, family areas and barrier-free travel.
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For whom will electricity and gas become cheaper in eastern Germany?
Several eastern German energy suppliers are reducing their prices from 2026, with others set to follow suit. Who can look forward to lower costs? And how much can customers save? An overview.
RB Leipzig against 1 FC Magdeburg on Tuesday evening
RB Leipzig will face the only European Cup winners from the former GDR. They accept the role of favorites, but will not underestimate their opponents.
Fare dodging rate in eastern Germany increases significantly in some cases
In Dresden and Magdeburg, more passengers were caught without tickets this year than in previous years. The damage in Dresden alone runs into millions of euros.
Eastern countries want a say in the distribution of EU money
The eastern German states are demanding that they continue to have a say in the distribution of EU funds. Why they are critical of the planned changes.
Magdeburg in the cup quarter-finals: 45:27 at TV Großwallstadt
Handball Bundesliga team SC Magdeburg confidently reaches the quarter-finals of the DHB Cup. At second-division team TV Großwallstadt, an intermediate spurt before the break already brings the preliminary decision.
Super moon in the sky - where could it be visible?
A special moon is watching over Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia tonight. It is particularly large and particularly bright. There is only one region where it might be difficult to catch a glimpse.
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.
East German carnival to become intangible cultural heritage
Around 95,000 people in Brandenburg and Berlin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are part of carnival clubs. What makes this tradition special.
EnviaM cuts electricity and gas prices for eastern Germany again
From 2026, many EnviaM customers will pay less for electricity, gas and heating energy. However, the supplier warns of price fluctuations in the future.
Industry and trade in the East much more optimistic
How is the mood in the East German economy developing? New figures on the business climate index provide insights.
Despite 0:2 in Bochum: Sander and Ibold remain FCM coaches
Magdeburg lose in Bochum - the next defeat in the fight against relegation. At VfL, the team from the Elbe city fell back into old patterns defensively and remained harmless offensively. But the coaching duo remains in place.
RB Leipzig in the cup round of 16 against 1 FC Magdeburg
RB Leipzig will face the only European Cup winners from the former GDR. An absolutely solvable task, as the Saxons are also playing at home.
Next defeat for Magdeburg: 0:2 in Bochum
Second division side Magdeburg lose in Bochum - the next defeat in the fight against relegation. At VfL, the Elbe city team fell back into old defensive patterns and remained harmless in attack.
Exile in Rome: Altar from Naumburg now in Italy
There has been a dispute over the Cranach-Triegel altar for years. Now it has a temporary new home - with Catholics of all people. On closer inspection, they make a surprising discovery.
Backcourt ace Zehnder leaves SC Magdeburg in the summer
He has been injured since the beginning of the year. SC Magdeburg have now announced that Manuel Zehnder will no longer be wearing the SCM jersey from next summer. He explains why himself.
Cameroonian cultural heritage to be researched
Around 500 cultural objects from Cameroon are being researched in German museums. The aim is to reconstruct their history together with experts from Cameroon.
Bundeswehr stops civilian conversion of military sites
The Bundeswehr is to become significantly larger due to the changed security situation. To this end, plans to abandon military sites are being canceled - including in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt.
"Tricky task": FCM ahead of cup trip to Illertissen
Second-division side 1. FC Magdeburg are aiming to progress one round of the DFB Cup against regional league side FV Illertissen on Wednesday evening. To do so, the team from the Elbe city are even relying on an airplane journey.
Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt discuss flood protection
The cabinets of Thuringia and Saxony meet in the Harz Mountains and want to advance joint concepts. It's about flood protection, natural resources and an investment program.
Goal drought ended: Magdeburg beat Münster 2:0
Magdeburg wins a home game for the first time since May. Against Preußen Münster, patience, good defending and a penalty put an end to the hours-long goal drought.
Police stop dangerous driver near Magdeburg
A 42-year-old man has caused danger on several highways with risky driving maneuvers. When the police stopped him, he put up a fight.
Magdeburg interim solution may bear fruit
The point in Darmstadt has rekindled the fire at 1. FC Magdeburg. The installed coaching duo is to stay for the time being. Coach Sander has his own approach.
SC Magdeburg beats RK Pelister without any problems
Defending champions SC Magdeburg keep their clean slate in the Champions League. The team from the Elbe city celebrated their sixth win in six games against Pelister and remain top of Group B.
East German heads of government meet in Brussels
How can eastern Germany gain more weight in Europe? At the next MPK East in Brussels, the federal states want to discuss migration and fair funding, among other things.
Coaching duo remain at 1 FC Magdeburg for the time being
The point in Darmstadt has rekindled the fire at 1. FC Magdeburg. The installed coaching duo is to stay for the time being.
SC Magdeburg advances to the round of 16 of the DHB Cup
The Bundesliga handball team wins the catch-up match in the DHB Cup and qualifies for the round of 16. The Green-Red team only had problems before the break against second-division side Dessau-Roßlau.
Kunstsammlungen Dresden would designer Rudolf Horn
The furniture he designed accompanied many people in the GDR - and is still in demand today. Horn has now died at the age of 96. He is still held in high esteem by experts.
Pipe system for district heating line from Leuna comes from Thuringia
Waste heat from Leuna is to supply around 100,000 Leipzig households with heat in future. The pipes for this will be manufactured in Sondershausen and delivered ready for installation.
Designer Rudolf Horn is dead
The furniture he designed accompanied many people in the GDR - and is still in demand today. Horn has now died at the age of 96.
New power line brings 40 percent more grid capacity
Two and a half years of construction, millions invested, kilometers under high voltage: more electricity from wind and sun is now flowing between Leipzig and Erfurt.
New power line brings more green electricity into the grid
40 percent more electricity, primarily from renewable energies: A central power line is being put into operation in Vieselbach near Erfurt to make the grid more stable and efficient.
SC Magdeburg dominates East derby in Leipzig
The Bundesliga handball team SC DHfK Leipzig can only stand up to SC Magdeburg in phases in the first half. After that, SCM dominated at will against the desolate hosts.
Partial success in the relegation battle: Magdeburg scores in Darmstadt
Bottom-of-the-table Magdeburg survives a game without conceding a goal for the first time this season in Darmstadt. However, Magdeburg's goal drought continues.
Theater Eisleben collaborates with artists from Leipzig
The Leipzig University of Music and Performing Arts will be a regular guest in Eisleben over the next few months. The kick-off is planned in just a few days.
Association reduces penalty against Chemie player Weigel
After the pitch disturbance at the regional league match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig, a player from Sachsen receives a drastic punishment. This is now mitigated.
Despite false start: FCM committees strengthen sporting director Schork
Following the dismissal of coach Fiedler, sporting director Schork is also under scrutiny. However, the supervisory board and executive committee have expressed their confidence in the Magdeburg official.
SC Magdeburg continues to win in the premier class
Defending champions SC Magdeburg keep their clean slate in the Champions League. In Szeged, the team from the city on the Elbe claimed their fifth win in five games and remain top of Group B.
Stock exchange trading in Meyer Burger shares ends in January
The Swiss stock exchange is ending trading in Meyer Burger shares. The last trading day for the securities of the insolvent solar manufacturer has been set.
Magdeburg interim coach Sander: Laying on a hand is not enough
Is there a new soccer miracle with Sander? The former Energie coach once led Cottbus back into the Bundesliga. Now he is to help the crisis-ridden 1. FC Magdeburg.
Magdeburg releases coach Fiedler - interim duo takes over
League bottom team 1. FC Magdeburg relieves coach Fiedler of his duties. The 0:6 in the test against Braunschweig accelerates the process of sporting director Schork.
Test match debacle: Magdeburg parts ways with coach Fiedler
The leap of faith is followed by another bitter failure. Second division bottom club 1. FC Magdeburg has now parted company with coach Markus Fiedler.
SC Magdeburg beats Bergischer HC by a clear margin
SC Magdeburg remains unbeaten in the Bundesliga. With the 39:30 win against Bergischer HC, the team from the Elbe city is still on one point - one less than leaders Flensburg.
Construction skeptical about billion-euro special fund
It is a huge sum: 500 billion euros. The main aim is to get the infrastructure up to scratch. Where will the money end up?
Drone alert at the airport - How safe are our airports?
How do airports react to drone sightings? An aviation expert explains why the danger is growing and what gaps still exist in the defense system.
Grape harvest on the home straight
The grape harvest is slowly coming to an end in the wine-growing regions of Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. The winegrowers are very satisfied with the harvest so far.
Collective agreement for eastern steel - 1.75 percent wage increase from 2026
After lengthy negotiations, employees in the eastern steel industry will receive higher wages and better training allowances from 2026. What else the new collective agreement provides for.
0:6 - Magdeburg debacle in test against Braunschweig
1. FC Magdeburg tested against league rivals Eintracht Braunschweig during the international break. The team from the city on the Elbe failed to score against the team from Lower Saxony.
SC Magdeburg wins clearly at GOG in Denmark
SC Magdeburg keep their clean sheet in the Champions League and remain first in Group B. After the break, the team from the city on the Elbe pulled off a clear victory at GOG.
Delayed vacation flights in Leipzig/Halle and Dresden
Delayed vacation start: numerous flights in Leipzig/Halle and Dresden took off later. Which destinations were affected and why there is still no vacation stress.
Markus Fiedler remains coach at 1. Magdeburg
League bottom team 1. FC Magdeburg has clearly backed coach Fiedler in the form of sporting director Schork. The misery will be dealt with together with the coach and the team.
New assistant coach for MBC head coach Ramondino
The Weißenfels basketball team has a change in its coaching staff. MBC head coach Ramondino is getting a new assistant coach and will himself become one in a dual role.
SC Magdeburg narrowly wins at HSV Hamburg
After falling behind and video evidence: SC Magdeburg narrowly wins at HSV Hamburg and remains unbeaten in the Bundesliga.
Magdeburg's oath of revelation against Elversberg
Second division side 1. FC Magdeburg fall back into old patterns against Elversberg after conceding the first goal - and fall apart towards the end. There are huge problems in both offense and defense.
Syntainics MBC celebrates start-to-finish victory
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team had everything under control for a long time in the home opener against Bonn, but then had to tremble. The captain takes over in the end.
Hop harvest in the Elbe-Saale region slightly below average
75 percent of the hop harvest has been completed - but the yield is slightly below expectations. Why this is and how the quality is expected to turn out.
Eastern countries woo investors at Munich real estate fair
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are presenting their locational advantages at Expo Real in Munich. What the region offers investors and which projects are particularly in focus.
Letter: Business warns against cuts at airports
The planned dismissal of Lufthansa ground staff is causing unrest. What the Saxon CCIs and other signatories are now demanding from politicians.
Mayors push for federal billions to be distributed
Empty coffers, dilapidated schools, broken roads: East German mayors are sounding the alarm and insisting on rapid help from the federal special fund. President of the Association of Cities and Towns Jung also calls for reforms.
More flights at airports in Saxony at the start of the vacation season
Off to the sun by plane. With the start of the fall vacations, numerous vacation flights take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports. Sunshine destinations are particularly popular.
Criticism of costs for eavesdropping center without finished software
The joint police interception center in eastern Germany is experiencing considerable delays. The taxpayers' association criticizes the high costs - although operations have not yet been running properly.
Slight majority of East Germans see unification as a gain
Shortly before the Day of German Unity, a survey explored the attitudes of East Germans. How do people view reunification?
SC Magdeburg in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup
SC Magdeburg wins its second group match at the Club World Cup and advances to the semi-finals. The team from the city on the Elbe had problems for a half against Sharjah SC, but won clearly in the end.
"Good step made": FCM optimistic despite defeat
1. FC Magdeburg lose their fifth league match in a row in Karlsruhe. However, because the team from the Elbe city clearly improved, the coach and players see a first step towards improvement.
Still last: Magdeburg also loses in Karlsruhe
1. FC Magdeburg remains bottom of the Bundesliga 2. FCM had more chances at KSC, but failed to score and lost by a set-piece goal.
Minister: No blanket ban on cell phones in schools
Experts recommend banning smartphones up to the tenth grade, but the federal states are focusing on individual solutions and more media skills in schools.
Ministers plan more cooperation in teacher shortage
More study places for special needs teachers, joint training courses and digital solutions: The responsible ministers from Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt want to work more closely together.
Nine drone incidents at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
Drone flights are increasingly disrupting airports in Germany. German air traffic control warns: they are prohibited within a radius of 1.5 kilometers and can result in severe penalties.
Construction work will shape rail traffic next year
More trains for Halle and Erfurt, fewer connections for smaller towns: the new DB timetable brings noticeable changes - and lots of roadworks.
Schwesig to Merz: There is great resentment in the East
One year before the state elections in MV, head of government Schwesig is presented with a survey that she does not like. The AfD is also strong in other eastern states. Chancellor Merz hears this.
Lufthansa threatens cuts at eastern German airports
Lufthansa is considering cuts at several airports, including Leipzig/Halle and Dresden. According to the Group, possible reductions in taxes and charges are decisive.
New district heating network from Saxony-Anhalt to Saxony
Until now, the waste heat from the TotalEnergies refinery in Leuna has not been used. This is soon to change. Many thousands of households are to be supplied via a new connection to Leipzig.
IG Metall warns of de-industrialization in the East
IG Metall is calling for more support for the industry ahead of the meeting of Eastern German Minister Presidents. What measures the union is proposing to preserve jobs.
Haseloff calls for relaxation of the ban on combustion engines
Minister President Haseloff warns against overly rigid rules regarding the ban on combustion engines. The eastern states also discuss the future of industrial sectors. A dispute over a river looms at the conference.
Chemie Leipzig announces appeal against NOFV ruling
After the pitch disturbance at the regional league match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig, a player from Sachsen receives a drastic punishment. The club wants to defend itself against this.
Rail: Three months of restrictions between Berlin and Halle
The Anhalter Bahn will be fully closed between Berlin Südkreuz and Bitterfeld from now until December 13. This means that long-distance trains will take considerably longer to travel from Berlin to Leipzig.
Satellite data shows: 900,000 hectares of forest lost
Drought, heat and pests are taking their toll on forests. Why mixed forests are considered more resilient and how new data should help with protection.
Voigt: Eastern infrastructure key to security
According to Thuringia's head of government, Voigt, eastern Germany's infrastructure plays a key role in security. Why he is insisting on more investment for the region.
Forest loss higher than assumed according to satellites
More than 900,000 hectares of forest have been lost in Germany since 2017. Drought, storms and pests also affect popular hiking regions. Which regions are affected in Saxony?
MDR report wins journalism prize
This excellent report shows how one-sided reporting can sometimes be - and challenges journalists to rethink.
Incidents at military facilities keep authorities busy
A man pretends to be a mushroom picker - but the police have doubts. What is really behind the incident at the training ground in Zeitz Forest?
Magdeburg salvages a point in Erlangen
SC Magdeburg has to live with a draw in Erlangen. Less than 48 hours after their win in Barcelona, the team from the Elbe city ended up drawing 31:31.
Schalke win thanks to captain Karaman against crisis-hit Magdeburg
Schalke celebrate their fourth win of the season. One of them scores twice. For the Magdeburg hosts, the hoped-for and urgently needed turnaround failed to materialize.
Commissioner: Protection concepts important in youth sport
Why protection concepts in youth sport have long been more than just a compulsory program - and how they have become a seal of quality for clubs.
Central German airports not affected by cyber attack
A Europe-wide service provider for check-in and boarding at airports has fallen victim to a cyber attack. Unlike in Berlin, for example, there has been no impact at the Central German airports.
Police investigate incident on military training ground
A man pretends to be a mushroom picker - but the police have doubts. What is really behind the incident at the training ground in Zeitz Forest?
Number of pharmacies in Saxony continues to fall
Anyone who is ill often needs medication from a pharmacy. However, the pharmacy network has been increasingly patchy for years. Even in recent months, there have been more closures than new openings.
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.
Landsberger brewery ceases production at the end of the year
The first beer was bottled 28 years ago, the last will follow at the end of this year. Why the family business is giving up.
Pistorius comes to MPK East
The meeting of East German heads of government at Ettersburg Castle near Weimar will also focus on the turning point and defense structures. Prominent visitors have been announced.
SC Magdeburg wins in Barcelona for the first time
Defending champions SC Magdeburg celebrate their second victory in the Champions League. The teams fight a defensive battle at FC Barcelona. The post helps in the end.
Meyer Burger: Around 600 employees in Germany laid off
The Swiss mechanical engineering company Meyer Burger had set out to revive solar production in Germany. But in the face of massive competition from China, the plan has failed.
Tour boss gives Dresden hope for start in 2030
Dresden could become the starting point of the Tour de France in 2030. What organizer Prudhomme has to say - and which stages are being discussed for eastern Germany.
IG Metall urges more speed for e-mobility in the East
How at risk are jobs in eastern Germany due to the slow expansion of electromobility? Trade union and experts call for investment and clear commitments for locations.
NOFV suspends players after Halle pitch storm
The North-East German Football Association has banned two players following the incidents at the match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig. Chemie voices harsh criticism.
Railroad invites you to Rail Day - festivals, rides and guided tours
From steam locomotive rides to a railroad flea market: on Rail Day, visitors can experience railroad history, hands-on technology and special anniversaries up close.
Central German states talk about teacher shortage
Demographics, teacher shortages, teaching absences: Saxony, Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt are struggling with similar problems. The three states now want to coordinate and exchange information on a regular basis.
Hallescher FC condemns violence at the match against Chemie
Pyrotechnics, damage to property and a pitch disturbance: the regional league club Hallescher FC has condemned the incidents at the home match against Chemie Leipzig. The police also had to intervene.
Clubs struggle with rising costs and new conflicts
Clubs are fighting for their place in the city - and against rising costs. The aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic is causing problems for operators.
Insolvent care group: future of some homes open
The insolvent care group Argentum also has several facilities in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. Despite an investor for parts of the care group, the future of several facilities remains open.