Tour de France in Germany: Berlin integration recommended
A Grand Départ on German roads is taking shape. For the Tour boss, however, the capital should also play a role.
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Eastern agriculture ministers oppose EU cuts for farmers
The EU Commission wants to reorganize agricultural funding from 2028 and guarantee less money. This could affect larger farms in eastern Germany in particular. The agriculture ministers want to prevent this.
Thüringer HC wins after energetic performance
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team rehabilitates itself for the opening defeat in the European League. After holding a lead for a long time, they were only briefly in trouble against Larvik.
Fashion below, nudes above - photos by Günter Rössler in Apolda
He is considered by many to be a pioneer of nude photography in the GDR. To mark an anniversary, the Kunsthaus is now showing photographs by Rössler. The curator has a connection to the artist that could hardly be more personal.
Glass and porcelain: protection for regional industrial products
Until now, there has been no protection of regional origin for products from trade and industry. This is now changing - Thuringia and Saxony can benefit from this.
So far no funding for rail project to Saxony
The "Central Germany Link" was supposed to provide fast connections from west to east. However, the Ministry of Transport has yet to make a financial commitment. Saxony's Greens speak of a "breach of promise".
So far no funding for rail project to Saxony
The "Central Germany Link" was supposed to provide fast connections from west to east. However, the Ministry of Transport has yet to make a financial commitment. Saxony's Greens speak of a "breach of promise".
Thüringer HC celebrates labor victory against Buxtehude
Without two top players, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team struggled for a long time against Buxtehude. Only a spurt in the second half put them on course.
BSW parliamentary groups want to increase clout ahead of elections
This year, the BSW is facing important state elections. The party is already represented in three state parliaments. The parliamentary group leaders have now reached an agreement.
Thüringer HC gets off to a false start in the European League
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team lose their opening game in Mosonmagyaróvár. A gala performance by the top scorer cannot compensate for the weak defensive performance.
Last shooting decides: DSV quartet finishes fifth
Not much was missing: But the German biathletes also missed the first relay podium this winter in front of their home crowd.
German female biathletes third in relay in Oberhof
The German ski hunters quickly fall behind in the relay. But then Hettich-Walz initiates the chase. And in the end, they cheer.
Biathlete Horn falls ill: no more races in Oberhof
Philipp Horn delivers a good sprint in his home stadium, finishing seventh. He wanted to attack in the pursuit. But now he has to take a break.
After darts in forced break: biathletes want next successes
Reading, darts and mushroom risotto: the biathletes use the rest day in Oberhof to relax. Nevertheless, the focus is fully on the next races.
More flu cases in Thuringia again at the start of the year
The number of flu cases in Thuringia is rising significantly at the start of the year. What the Ministry of Health has to say about the latest developments.
Weather chaos: Syntainics MBC only plays under protest
The Weißenfels basketball team wanted to postpone a game due to the onset of winter. But the hosts and the BBL say no, so the German cup winners only travel to Oldenburg under protest.
Saxony and Thuringia score internationally with winter sports
The world is a guest in both East German states. In the coming weeks, World Cups will once again attract winter sports fans to Saxony and Thuringia. The tourism industry is rejoicing.
Winter services on freeways are well prepared
Despite full emergency plans, Autobahn GmbH warns: Drivers often underestimate the danger of snow. What counts in an emergency.
Ifo Institute: Sentiment in East German economy remains stable
While the business climate in the East remains stable overall, there are clear differences between industry, service providers, trade and the construction industry.
Thüringer HC wins high-scoring eastern duel
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team confidently live up to their role as favorites at SV Union Halle-Neustadt. They scored 24 goals in the first half alone.
Biathlete Giacomel cries for friend: Dedicate Olympic victory to him
Bakken's sudden death shocked many in the sport of biathlon. How Tommaso Giacomel searches for his focus between grief and hope - and what he wants to dedicate to his deceased friend.
Weather caprices: Biathlon race in Oberhof postponed
The wind is already blowing strongly in the Oberhof biathlon arena. And the weather is set to become even more unstable. That's why the organizers are bringing forward the women's sprint.
In the event of a court ruling: East German commissioner for AfD ban application
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution has classified the AfD as right-wing extremist. The party is appealing against this. If the lawsuit fails, the Commissioner for Eastern Europe has clear expectations of the federal states.
Syntainics MBC loses East derby against Jena
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team misses the turnaround at the start of the year. Things looked good for a long time in the home game against Jena, but they failed to score in the final quarter.
Syntainics MBC loses East derby against Jena
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team misses the turnaround at the start of the year. Things looked good for a long time in the home game against Jena, but they failed to score in the final quarter.
Thüringer HC wins top game in Bensheim
The Thuringian handball players set a strong example at the start of the year in the Bundesliga. After trailing at the break, they deserved to win at second-placed Bensheim.
Nooitmeer leaves Thüringer HC and moves to France
The Dutchwoman celebrates great success with the Thuringians. Nevertheless, she leaves early.
Be careful on New Year's Eve: it gets cold and slippery
If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve outside, you need to dress warmly: Snow, rain and slippery roads are expected in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
From Eder to Helbig: the dead of 2025
Formerly successful athletes, coaches and sports officials from the eastern German states died in 2025.
Thüringer HC scraps to victory in East derby
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team successfully return to action after the World Cup break. However, the favorites struggle at BSV Sachsen Zwickau.
Thüringer HC signs Brazilian backcourt player
The Austrian Reichert is leaving the THC in the summer. A potential replacement for the top scorer is already being lined up.
Eisenach remains a points supplier away from home
The Thuringians let a three-goal lead slip from their grasp within twelve minutes at the break against Wetzlar, who are currently second last in the table, and then failed to get back into the game.
AOK Plus: 76 million for parents with sick children
Parents can also rely on the extended entitlement to children's sick pay in the coming year, emphasizes a health insurance company. What families and the self-employed are entitled to.
Slight increase in car production in the east
The automotive industry plays a major economic role in eastern Germany and thousands of jobs depend on it. 2024 was a difficult year. How have things gone so far in 2025?
Poisoning expert: "Don't ask the AI first!"
One moment and the toddler has already swallowed something. Why reaching for the phone is better than asking the AI in such situations, according to an expert, and what peas have to do with it.
Dresden volleyball players fulfill duty against Erfurt
The Dresden SC volleyball players have well and truly earned their short Christmas break. After a tough few weeks in England, they won their last home game of the year against Erfurt in commanding fashion.
Farmers' associations: Vaccinations not a blanket solution against epidemics
Comprehensive vaccinations against animal diseases are met with skepticism by East Germany's farmers' associations. Why the costs and benefits must be weighed up, especially for fattening animals.
No premium increase for AOK policyholders
The contribution for AOK policyholders in Saxony and Thuringia will remain unchanged in 2026. However, the Board of Directors is calling for reforms on the part of politicians.
Saxony or Thuringia: Which government has it easier?
Billion-euro gaps in both budgets, but different paths: the deputy prime ministers of Saxony and Thuringia on saving, debt and investment.
Dresden women's volleyball team achieves cup revenge
After two defeats in the cup and Bundesliga, Dresden SC's volleyball players showed their comeback qualities against Suhl.
Ifo forecast: East German economy growing more slowly than expected
The good news: economic output in eastern Germany is growing. The bad news: Probably slower than assumed in the summer.
Year-end celebrations or Christmas - how people celebrated in the GDR
Christmas in the GDR came with crumpled tinsel and homemade presents under the tree. Some traditions live on to this day.
Year-end celebrations or Christmas - how people celebrated in the GDR
Christmas in the GDR came with crumpled tinsel and homemade presents under the tree. Some traditions live on to this day.
Bluetongue disease in Saxony has an impact on neighbors
The BTV-8 type of bluetongue has been detected in Saxony for the first time since 2009. A restriction zone has been set up within a radius of 150 kilometers.
Top scorer Reichert leaves Thüringer HC
The Thuringian handball team will have to make do without its top scorer from the summer. The Austrian Reichert is moving to Romania.
Train timetable change brings many changes
It's faster again to Berlin and direct to Paris or Krakow. Many things are changing with the rail timetable change. Pupils in the district of Wittenberg are also feeling the effects.
Biogas industry in the East regains hope
Wind and sun are setting records, but alternatives are needed when there is a lull. Why biogas is now in demand as a wild card in the electricity mix - and where new billions are flowing.
ThSV Eisenach suffers narrow defeat
The Eisenach Bundesliga handball team cannot overcome its weakness on the road. They put up a good fight against Bergischer HC, but missed too many chances.
Dresden volleyball players miss out on cup final
The last cup final in Mannheim will take place without defending champions Dresdner SC. The seven-time cup winners narrowly lost the semi-final at VfB Suhl Lotto Thüringen in five sets.
Faster journeys - Berlin-Halle railroad line opens
Commuters can breathe a sigh of relief: from Sunday, the journey from Halle to Berlin will be almost an hour faster. What else will improve for passengers.
New wolf territory on the border with Saxony
The photo traps provide the evidence: A pair of wolves have their territory in the Altenburger Land in the border region between Thuringia and Saxony.
Trump's tariffs affect local regions to varying degrees
What impact will the US tariffs have on the local economy? The Ifo Institute in Dresden has calculated the consequences down to the level of cities and districts. This is the result.
Sales hit: Christmas baubles made from Simson indicators
Tradition meets GDR cult object: How Simson indicators are delighting customers online as Christmas baubles - and why supplies remain scarce.
Apartment seekers in the East have more choice again
The supply of rental apartments on the major platforms is increasing, in some cases significantly. However, this is not yet reflected in prices. This is the situation in the federal states.
Apartment seekers in the East have more choice again
The supply of rental apartments on the major platforms is increasing, in some cases significantly. However, this is not yet reflected in prices. This is the situation in the federal states.
East German bargain chain files for insolvency
With household goods, Christmas decorations, garden accessories and more at low prices, Groschen Markt is mainly found in rural areas in eastern Germany. But competition is giving the model a hard time.
Starting signal for new road projects in eastern Germany
Billions for new roads: Which projects in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia can now begin and what this means for commuters.
Housing associations in the south-east under pressure to renovate
In the south-east, the cost of refurbishment is rising while rents remain low. Housing associations warn: without new subsidy models, the housing stock threatens to become a burden.
Timetable change brings changes to Abellio services
The timetable change brings new transfers, changed departure times and shorter journey times. What will change for passengers and commuters on Abellio trains.
Galloping across the A4 - police stop runaway horses
The scene is reminiscent of some western movies: Several patrol cars are chasing two horses that have escaped from a paddock along roads in eastern Thuringia.
Eastern countries want to develop hydrogen network together
The eastern German states want to benefit from green hydrogen together. A study is to show how municipalities and industry can catch up.
Ifo Institute: Sentiment in eastern German economy improves
Sometimes the sky brightens, sometimes it darkens over eastern Germany's economy. The business climate index of the Ifo Institute in Dresden provides information on this. The mood improved in November.
Timetable change brings new lines and times for local transport
New routes, adjusted departure times and changes to bus and rail services: the timetable change brings numerous innovations for passengers in the Central German Transport Association.
Fewer donations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
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?
Lynx in Thuringia have offspring again
The Thuringian lynx program has had a pregnant success. For the second time this year, offspring have been detected among the big cats. There has also been an increase in Saxony.
Path cleared for construction research center in Weimar and Bautzen
After a delay, the project of the Federal Research Center for Climate Neutral Building in Weimar and Bautzen is starting. 52.5 million euros have been earmarked in the federal budget for its construction.
Männel saves Aue a point - Hansa knocking at the top
It wasn't necessarily pretty this time, but Rostock are now winning games like this too. FC Erzgebirge can and must once again thank its captain.
High blood pressure particularly widespread in Saxony and Thuringia
High blood pressure often goes unnoticed, but can damage the heart and kidneys. What the AOK Plus in Saxony and Thuringia advises.
Eisenach suffers clear defeat in Lemgo
The Thuringians still have to wait for their first away point of the season. The visitors primarily failed due to their high error rate and conceded a lot of turnovers.
Dresden surprises Bochum and ends long negative streak
Dynamo Dresden celebrate their first win in three months, Bochum lose for the first time under coach Uwe Rösler. One VfL professional is particularly sad.
Winegrowing summit calls for more visibility for German wines
Less than every second bottle of wine sold in Germany comes from domestic production. How can local wine be brought more into the limelight? A meeting at the monastery should help.
More than a moped: How the Simson became a political issue
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.
New US Consul General in the Southeast
The US Consulate General in Leipzig has a new director: former journalist Jodi Breisler wants to further develop relations between the USA and Central Germany.
Short film day invites you to watch movies together
Whether cinema, living room or Christmas market: Short Film Day invites people all over Germany to experience the diversity of short film together - also in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
Bochum: Rösler expects "cat-and-mouse game" against Dresden
Up-and-coming VfL Bochum are aiming for their fourth win in five second division games against second-last Dynamo Dresden. The turnaround was achieved under new coach Uwe Rösler.
Ministers want to strengthen winegrowers in wine crisis at meeting
Rising costs and international competition are putting pressure on the wine industry. Ministers from eight federal states want to help the industry in a Hessian monastery. What will their talks be about?
Light into the dark: Special installations beckon here
In the dark season, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are particularly illuminated in some places. Where there will soon be something radiant to see.
Thüringer HC celebrates clear home win
In the last Bundesliga match before the World Cup, the Thuringian handball team put in a dominant performance against Metzingen. They were already well ahead at the break.
CDU/CSU politicians want to strengthen crisis care
What if a large number of people need to be treated and medicines procured in an emergency? The CDU/CSU health politicians of the federal states want billions of euros from the federal government for more independence in the event of a crisis.
ThSV Eisenach fights for fifth home win
The Eisenach Bundesliga handball team underlines its home strength in the duel against its former coach. An improved performance after the break leads to victory against Stuttgart.
"I'm running" - Thuringian minister wants to become BSW leader
Following Wagenknecht's withdrawal, the Thuringian BSW is campaigning for more influence of the eastern state associations on the Federal Executive Board. There is now also a candidate.
"I'm running" - Thuringian minister wants to become BSW leader
Following Wagenknecht's withdrawal, the Thuringian BSW is campaigning for more influence of the eastern state associations on the Federal Executive Board. There is now also a candidate.
More public transport services in rural areas - but how?
In rural areas, there is often only one bus a day. If you don't have a car, you are not really mobile. The bus industry would like to change this, but it's not just a lack of money.
Is the moose coming back to Germany?
Moose are repeatedly spotted in eastern Germany. But are they here to stay? What experts say about the return and habitat of the animals that once lived all over Germany.
Thüringer HC advances to the Final Four
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team lived up to its role as favorites in the cup quarter-finals. They were already well ahead at the break against second-division side Waiblingen.
Chancellor Merz supports tour start in the East
It's been a while since the Tour de France stopped off in Germany. Now an association wants to ensure that it returns soon. There is support from the highest level.
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.
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.
Leipzig women's soccer team wins East Germany duel against Jena
RB Leipzig celebrates its second win in a row in the clash against Jena. How coach Daniel Stephan's team won the game.
Eastern countries want to benefit from EU rearmament plan
Defense, security and regional strengthening: The eastern German federal states are pushing for targeted EU investments in structurally weak regions.
Goethe anniversary: "He gave Weimar soul and world significance"
Goethe came to Weimar 250 years ago - and changed the city. What about his influence on culture, schools and visitor numbers today?
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.
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.
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.
Thüringer HC without a chance in Dortmund
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball players were unable to build on their recent performances at BVB. They were almost hopelessly behind at the break.
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.
Thüringer HC celebrates resounding victory
The Thuringian handball players are getting better and better in the Bundesliga. After a short start-up period, they dominated Oldenburg at will.