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Without foundations, funding in areas such as culture, education and social affairs would be unthinkable today. There are currently 688 foundations in Saxony, with 18 new ones added last year. This will continue in 2026.
Without foundations, funding in areas such as culture, education and social affairs would be unthinkable today. There are currently 688 foundations in Saxony, with 18 new ones added last year. This will continue in 2026.
The number of private gun owners is increasing, and more and more people are applying for a small firearms license. It can't just be down to an interest in shooting sports alone, says Left Party politician Nagel.
The figures are depressing, and the number of unreported cases is probably even higher. One in three women experience violence in the course of their lives. A campaign now aims to encourage those affected and raise awareness among others.
How do children understand where others are looking? Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Leipzig have studied 1,377 children from 14 countries. Their findings reveal a universal thought process that works in the same way all over the world. However, the study also reveals surprising differences between individual children.
Long distances, long waiting times and delayed diagnoses: why the shortage of dermatologists in Saxony and eastern Germany is having increasingly dramatic consequences.
Every year, the Dresden Semperoper is the impressive backdrop for a grand ball night. International music stars take to the stage.
Dresden dances and celebrates: Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the grand ball in and in front of the Semperoper - including a number of celebrities once again. What guests and onlookers can look forward to.
According to a report by the non-governmental organization, local journalists in Saxony and Thuringia are experiencing aggression and physical violence, including death threats.
Anxiety, depression, eating disorders: more and more girls in Saxony are struggling with them. What a new study shows - and why doctors are sounding the alarm.
Dresden is growing - but not as fast as expected. What planned company expansions and the influx of skilled workers mean for the city's age structure.
Can apes think sustainably? Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Leipzig have given chimpanzees a tricky task: Snack on yogurt or save it for the group? The result is surprising. Larger groups act much more cooperatively than pairs. The decisive factors are tolerance and the behavior of the leader. The findings could also be relevant for human societies.
According to a study, only one percent of daycare centers in Saxony have the recommended number of staff. What this means for childcare.
No money for swimming pools, playgrounds, culture - more and more local authorities have hardly any scope to do more than their mandatory tasks. They are calling for urgent support.
From February, cell phones will be taboo in Saxony's elementary school. And Saxony's Minister of Education can imagine a more far-reaching ban.
Almost 50,000 Hungarian-Germans came to Saxony. Together with Hungary's head of state, the Prime Minister remembers their fate.
Pigeons are part of the cityscape in Saxony's major cities. However, instead of fixed concepts, the cities rely on feeding bans and the commitment of volunteers.
The number of blood donations in Saxony, Berlin and Brandenburg is falling significantly due to snow, icy conditions and infections. Why the shortage is particularly critical.
Icy weather and a wave of colds are slowing down blood donors: Why every blood donation in Leipzig counts now - and which blood type is particularly urgently needed.
At least once a year, Dresden revolves around itself. The Semper Opera Ball attracts many onlookers because of its celebrity guests. There is also always plenty of partying in front of the opera house.
Over two million people die of liver disease every year. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Dresden have now developed a three-dimensional liver model from real patient cells. The mini-liver can mimic important functions and should help to better understand diseases, test new drugs and develop personalized therapies. The study was published in Nature.
Despite generous donations of goods, the food banks in Saxony are experiencing rising expenditure. The association is still dependent on support.
Associations warn against giving animals as presents at Christmas. Some animal shelters have a freeze on placements until January. However, anyone who wants to help the dogs or cats can do so.
Many serious firework accidents have occurred in Saxony in recent years. Meanwhile, Economics Minister Panter is hoping for common sense in dealing with fireworks.
Every fourth call to the telephone counseling service is about loneliness. Diakonie is therefore calling for more support to help those affected.
Many people know her from "GZSZ": In "SOKO Wismar", Laura Lippmann plays a murder suspect. As a private person, she wants to make society fairer. The star from Halle translates sign language.
Six percent less pay for women - despite equal starting salaries. How the gap has widened over the years and where Saxony stands in comparison to other federal states.
It has long been known that Saxony's population is shrinking. A new forecast shows that the population could fall below the four million mark as early as 2026.
Enough pediatricians, but too little say: The Children's Rights Index shows where Saxony's children benefit - and where there is an urgent need to catch up.
Ilse Neumann from near Leipzig still knows stories from the imperial era. The 111-year-old is one of the oldest people in Germany. What is her recipe for old age?
Every New Year's Eve causes stress for animals and rescue services. The Green Party is pushing for an end to private fireworks and proposing alternatives.
Gröditz wins the Saxon city center competition against 60 projects. What makes the concept around the market square special in the eyes of the jury.
The German government wants to use a questionnaire to find out which young people are eligible for the Bundeswehr - but how many Saxons would be affected?
In Dresden and Leipzig, dusty objects are turned into new treasures. If you leave something, you can take something else in return. What and where you can swap in December.
The Donations Council presents an interim assessment of the first nine months. The willingness to donate in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia is lower than elsewhere. What do people give on average?
Schwalbe, Star, Sperber, S50 and S51: GDR two-wheelers are now cult. The AfD has discovered the East German theme - other parties are following suit. But a fan from Kassel has his very own perspective.
How do people in Prohlis experience their everyday lives? The ZDF report accompanies residents and shows what makes the district special despite the challenges.
Hollywood star Sandra Hüller reads children's texts that make you think - and for a good cause. What the little authors reveal in their stories amazes even the actress.
While strolling, between appointments, while waiting for the streetcar - suddenly you have to go to the toilet. But where? And how much does it actually cost the cities?
People looking for help in Saxony often pick up the phone. It is not only older people who are affected by loneliness. The Left Party is calling on the government to take action.
Saxony regulates funerals more strictly than other federal states. However, the individual wishes of relatives are increasing. What is possible and what is not - and why this could soon change.
A documentation center on the NSU terror opened in Chemnitz during the Capital of Culture year. Since then, it has counted more than 13,000 visitors. The commemorative work is to be continued in 2026.
Telling stories without words is the fine art of pantomime. Anyone who engages with it will discover an astonishing wealth of variations.
The Solidarisches Pirna initiative is honored for its democratic commitment. Another award goes to Zwickau. In the eyes of the jury, the award winners have thus rendered outstanding services.
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.
The number of refugees who have a job is increasing. Nevertheless, many are still dependent on social benefits. The AfD considers the benefits to be too high.
Luisa Neubauer accuses Chancellor Friedrich Merz of missing the point in the debate on security. What bothers the climate activist about the chancellor's stance.
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.
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.
Chancellor Merz's statement about the cityscape problem caused by migrants has met with both approval and fierce criticism. He has also met with resistance in Dresden.
Democracy researcher Oliver Decker sees Friedrich Merz's vague comments on the cityscape as an attempt to feed resentment - without going too far out on a limb.
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.
Till Lindemann is among the 40 or so VIPs invited to the Leipzig Opera Ball. Why an alliance clearly criticizes this.
The Saxon Citizens' Award is intended to honor outstanding civic engagement. These are this year's award winners.
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.
Police are investigating four people after a squat in the east of Leipzig. Supporters demonstrated peacefully.
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.
Three houses are occupied in Leipzig at the weekend. The police are investigating after an action on the grounds of a villa.
There are 40 guests on the VIP list at the Leipzig Opera Ball. One of them is Rammstein singer Till Lindemann.
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?
Shortly before the Day of German Unity on October 3, the mood is anything but exuberant. The Federal President knows this too. And asks the citizens to pause for a moment.
On the eve of German Unity Day, several surveys show that the gap between East and West is widening again - especially from the perspective of East Germans.
Shortly before October 3, Elisabeth Kaiser presents her annual report. She is also concerned about some trends between East and West Germany.
The two German states united 35 years ago. How far have they grown together?
Braille remains irreplaceable for blind people - even in the age of artificial intelligence. How digital technology complements braille and creates new possibilities.
Shortly before the Day of German Unity, a survey explored the attitudes of East Germans. How do people view reunification?
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.
The CSD in Görlitz also crossed the border. But right-wing extremists also mobilized, also on the German and Polish sides.
Organ donation remains a rare commodity: although the number of transplants has increased, the waiting list is still long.
In Saxony, the number of deaths from dementia has more than doubled since 2014. Women and the very elderly are particularly affected. The Left Party is calling for decisive action.
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.
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.
The food banks in Saxony can apply for funding for investments until October 6.
17 villages took part in the state competition "Our village has a future". The winners have now been announced. First prize goes to the Osterzgebirge. The winners have scored points.
Saxon on the big stage: cabaret, comedy and satire meet dialect stars - what the "Gogelmosch" festival wants to achieve with identity and community.
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.
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.
The CDU and CSU parliamentary group leaders from Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia are forging closer ties. There are enough cross-state challenges.
From music and funfair to a parade: the "Day of the Saxons" celebrates its anniversary - for the first time with symbolic border crossings and encounters on the "Democracy Mile".
"Zwickau - L(i)ebe Bunt" is the motto of Christopher Street Day in Zwickau. The streets of the city center are a hive of activity.
The imminent imprisonment of the right-wing extremist Liebich is fueling the debate about the Self-Determination Act. Will the simplified change of gender entry be withdrawn?
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
Proschwitz Castle near Meissen is known for its vineyards and culture. Footage of the estate has now appeared in an advertisement for the AfD. The owners of the castle are fighting back.
Once a year, Dresden's civil society invites people to a banquet in the middle of the city. The ninth edition will once again set an example in the state capital.
Anyone who has not had a job for at least a year is considered to be long-term unemployed. Those affected often fall into a disastrous cycle. Experts speak of a self-reinforcing condition.
Paul Knüpfer received a new liver four years ago. Today, the 34-year-old is taking part in the World Transplant Games in Dresden - and showing what is possible with such a donation.
Christmas markets, ski slopes and nature attract a large number of tourists to the Ore Mountains every year. But living and working here? A family from Berlin puts it to the test.
Athletes with a donated organ from all over the world meet in Dresden. They show what makes such a donation possible. In Germany, many patients wait a long time.
Rising costs and more people in need - but fewer and fewer donations to distribute. What's next for the food banks in the country?
The Wall was built 64 years ago. This sealed the division of Germany.
Last year, the CSD in Bautzen was met with hatred and aggression. How is the situation in eastern Saxony this time?
Last year, there were aggressive right-wing extremist protests at the CSD in Bautzen. This time, the district administration wants to prevent this with bans.
Several thousand people are expected in Bautzen for Christopher Street Day. The police are preparing for the arrival of numerous CSD opponents.
If parents are overwhelmed or conflicts are simmering in the family, parenting support comes into play. Counseling services are used particularly often.
A controversial work of art at Burg Halle triggers a debate about anti-Semitism and artistic freedom. The university responds with an ethics council - for more guidance in future conflicts.
One more rummage in the attic: The Berlin DDR Museum is looking for everyday products from the East for its exhibition. Which treasures are particularly hard to find 35 years later.
Nazi slogans on the walls, teachers and pupils in fear: in the small Lusatian town of Spremberg, the mayor is now publicly sounding the alarm about the appearance of the far-right scene.
Volunteers will now continue to receive 40 euros per month with the approved double budget. Previously, only partial amounts had been paid out. This had caused criticism.
Single people in Saxony are becoming more - and more inventive: from alpaca hikes for singles to live dating on stage. The latter also strengthens friendships.