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Leipzig’s Grünau district is celebrating its 50th anniversary. But how do people there actually feel today? A long-term study by the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) shows that many residents feel comfortable in their own homes, while litter, safety concerns and a growing sense of neglect are shaping perceptions of the neighborhood.

Survey shows: Majority of Germans want a stronger defense

What do Germans think about defense and security? Researchers from the University of Leipzig and the Technical University of Munich surveyed over 1,000 people. The results show a clear desire for reform: The majority want to expand the Bundeswehr in terms of personnel and strengthen its defense capabilities. The high level of support for a joint European army is particularly remarkable. Almost two thirds of respondents fear a military conflict with Russia. | more

Study on knockout drops: only one in ten cases is reported

Time and again, people suspect that they have fallen victim to knockout drops. But only a few go to the police. A study by Chemnitz University of Technology shows for the first time how high the number of unreported cases is and why those affected remain silent. | more

Große Rabattaktion in Meißen: Der beste WM-Platz ist Dein Wohnzimmer

Vor dem WM-Gruppenspiel Deutschland vs. Ecuador am 25. Juni dreht sich alles um die Aufstellung – doch die wichtigste Entscheidung triffst du zu Hause: Auf welchem Bildschirm erlebst Du das WM-Spiel? MEDIMAX Meißen hat dafür drei Geräte stark reduziert, die jeden Spielabend größer machen. | more

How well do you really know the Grimm fairy tales?

Mirror, mirror in the hand - or was it different? A linguist at Chemnitz University of Technology is investigating how well we still know the famous sayings from Grimm's fairy tales. Anyone can take part in a ten-minute survey. The results will be presented to the public. | more

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. | more

Citizen survey: life satisfaction in Leipzig stabilizes

Life satisfaction in Leipzig has stabilized further. Numerous citizens show satisfied ratings despite declining satisfaction with jobs. | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

Mobility survey: More Leipzig residents are walking

More and more Leipzig residents are using environmentally friendly modes of transport. The Mobility Strategy 2030 is having an impact, and the eco-mobility continues to benefit. | more

AfD leading according to poll ahead of state elections in Thuringia and Saxony

According to the latest Insa poll, the AfD is leading in the Sunday poll for the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony. Other parties must fear for their entry into the state parliaments. | more

Palais Sommer: Abendprogramm zum Jubiläum am Neumarkt

Tango unter freiem Himmel, Klaviernächte vor der Frauenkirche, Bibelgeschichten um 21.45 Uhr: Der fünfte Palais Sommer am Neumarkt macht die Dresdner Altstadt fünf Wochen lang zur abendlichen Bühne – bei freiem Eintritt. | more

Survey: East Germany feels it is lagging behind the West

New state parliaments will be elected in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg in the coming weeks. A survey looks at the political mood there. | more

Election poll: BSW in double digits in Saxony and Thuringia

According to a poll, the Wagenknecht party BSW can hope for double-digit results in the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony. The states differ when it comes to the strongest party. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Election poll: BSW in double digits in Saxony and Thuringia

According to a poll, the Wagenknecht party BSW can hope for double-digit results in the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony. The states differ when it comes to the strongest party. | more

AfD just ahead of CDU in Saxony poll

It remains a close neck-and-neck race between the CDU and AfD in Saxony. A good two weeks before the state election, both parties are lonely at the top. Sometimes one is ahead, sometimes the other. | more

Warum Unternehmer selten offen sprechen – und wie ein vertrauter Kreis genau das verändert

Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer in Sachsen stehen oft allein da, wenn es um die wirklich schwierigen Fragen geht. Entscheidungen, die niemand im Team mittragen kann. Zweifel, die man ungern im eigenen Netzwerk ausspricht. Und Momente, in denen man merkt: Austausch auf Augenhöhe ist selten – und doch entscheidend für gute Führung. | more

Higher prices lead to less eating out in Germany

A survey shows that the majority of people in Germany are eating out less often due to higher prices. The renewed increase in VAT in the hospitality industry could reinforce this trend. | more

Sickness rate in Saxony above national average in 2023

According to a health insurance survey, the sickness rate in Saxony in 2023 was above the national average at 5.8 percent. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Home cooking particularly popular in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia

According to a survey by Techniker Krankenkasse (TK), almost half of people in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia prefer home cooking every day or several times a week. In Berlin and Brandenburg, on the other hand, this only applies to around one in three. | more

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. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Long school journeys for trainees in Saxony: need for accommodation and better local transport

A survey shows that more than a quarter of all apprentices in Saxony travel more than an hour and a half to get to vocational school. A third have to travel more than 50 kilometers and need accommodation. The chambers are calling for a swift stocktaking of the situation and better framework conditions for training. | more

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