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Overhead line damaged - ICE line Erfurt-Leipzig disrupted
Delays, cancellations, detour: After overhead line damage on the ICE line, the journey between Erfurt and Leipzig/Halle remains a test of patience for travelers.
Lilly lives with a rare disease and a lot of courage to face life
Lilly Hiebenthal suffers from an immune disorder that is very rare worldwide. Despite her many symptoms, she is grateful for every day. What the diagnosis means for her everyday life.
Thüringer HC advances to the quarterfinals
The Bundesliga handball players of Thüringer HC withstand the pressure in the European League. They can continue to dream of defending their title after a win in Larvik.
1:5: Jena with a disastrous first half in Nuremberg
Jena's footballers remain at the bottom of the table. After a desolate performance in Nuremberg, their survival in the league is in doubt.
Why guest cards often reach their limits in the East
Free bus and train, discounts and more - but why do some offers end at the district border? Where there are problems for holidaymakers and why the Thuringian Forest sees itself as a pioneer.
Voigt's accusations against the TU-Chemnitz - what the university says about it
Minister President Mario Voigt is under pressure due to the withdrawal of his doctorate. He accuses Chemnitz University of Technology of changing the rules of the game in plagiarism proceedings. What is this all about?
Thüringer HC clearly loses top match
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team can only hold their own against league leaders Borussia Dortmund in the first half. After the changeover, all the dams break in defense.
Theater project sheds light on the legacy of Simson in Suhl
An art project aims to tell the eventful history of the Simson and its significance for East German identity from different perspectives. Citizens can get involved.
Simson mopeds: AfD defends itself against criticism
During the election campaign, Thuringia's AfD leader Björn Höcke raved about the Simson and rode around the country on an S51. He finds it strange that this is criticized as political appropriation.
Arrival of the messengers of happiness: The first storks are back
Even if the "runways" in many places in Germany are white and slippery these days due to snow: For the storks, the return to their home breeding grounds has long since begun.
Eisenach celebrates seventh win of the season
The Thuringians gain some breathing space in the fight against relegation. The hosts laid the foundations for their seventh win of the season in the first half.
Thüringer HC celebrates clear home win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball players withstand the pressure to succeed in the European League and increase their chances of reaching the quarter-finals. They beat Mosonmagyarovar without any danger.
Jena sets up donation account for former coach Weber
Weber is not only a legend at the traditional Thuringian club. His illness has touched soccer in the East.
Goal: getting home safely - training for train attendants
The attack with fatal consequences on a train attendant in Rhineland-Palatinate has affected rail colleagues everywhere. This is also evident at an assertiveness training course for inspectors in Erfurt.
Thüringer HC loses chasing duel in Oldenburg
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team suffered a setback. After a convincing first half at VfL Oldenburg, they fell off sharply.
Impending grid overload: Mitnetz often has to throttle green electricity
Mitnetz 2025 had to curtail electricity from wind and solar power on 222 days to prevent the electricity grid from collapsing. What the grid operator requires to ensure that less green energy is lost.
Seven games canceled - Chemnitz anniversary game secured
On the 22nd matchday of the Regionalliga Nordost, many games will also fall victim to the climatic conditions. In Chemnitz, however, the match for the club's 60th anniversary will take place.
Joint interception center to go into operation in 2027
From 2027, police officers from five federal states want to work together to put a stop to serious criminals. However, IT problems and a lack of personnel are delaying the project.
Thüringer HC concedes defeat on the road
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team misses a big step towards the quarter-finals in the European League. In Baia Mare, they had to give up in the final phase.
Berlin on board: Tour de France bid on the home straight
A Grand Départ on German roads continues to take shape. Berlin is now officially taking part.
East German mechanical engineering with order growth
Mechanical engineering companies in eastern Germany are defying the national trend: in 2025, the companies received more orders. Nevertheless, the industry sees an urgent need for action on the part of politicians.
Saxon state parliament with debate on breakdown prison in Zwickau
The minister speaks of "a big mess". The construction of the Zwickau prison is a burden on the Free States of Saxony and Thuringia. The AfD has asked a major question about this. New findings are rare.
Thüringer HC celebrates commanding home win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team leaves no doubt about its success against Göppingen right from the start. They impress in offense in a fast-paced game.
Seven matches canceled: Magdeburg II and Halle wait and see
The Regionalliga Nordost is facing the threat of another matchday cancellation. Seven of nine matches have already been canceled due to the wintry weather.
Free Voters call for local authorities to have veto rights over wind power
According to the Free Voters, the expansion of wind energy in eastern Germany is facing an acceptance crisis. They are therefore calling for local authorities to have a say.
Reporters Without Borders deplores "hostility" in the East
According to a report by the non-governmental organization, local journalists in Saxony and Thuringia are experiencing aggression and physical violence, including death threats.
Warning strike over - local transport started in three countries
After a day-long warning strike, local transport is back on track in several cities. According to the transport companies, buses and trains are running again in the early morning.
Thüringer HC celebrates clear away win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team settles an outstanding score in Neckarsulm. With a 7:0 run in the first half, they lay the foundation for victory early on.
National handball player Zechel leaves Magdeburg
Tim Zechel is leaving SC Magdeburg after two years. What the international says about his departure - and why his next club is still open.
Ifo: East German economy off to a slow start to the year
Industry more optimistic, service providers and retail more skeptical: The Ifo Index shows a mixed picture for the East German economy in January.
Voigt to lose doctorate - lawsuit announced
Chemnitz University of Technology withdraws Mario Voigt's doctorate. Unjustly, says the Minister President and wants to take legal action. He criticizes new evaluation standards in the ongoing procedure.
Seven matches canceled - NOFV does not make general cancellations
The season opener in the Regionalliga Nordost has largely fallen victim to the weather conditions. The NOFV has ruled out a general cancellation in the future.
Winter sports: good conditions, but regional differences
Frosty conditions in the Harz Mountains, the Ore Mountains and the Thuringian Forest invite winter sports enthusiasts to get active. But not all the slopes are ready yet.
Green light for further festivals with Florian Silbereisen
Fans of Florian Silbereisen can rejoice: MDR is planning further editions of the successful Feste shows. What is known so far about the extension.
Reichert throws Thüringer HC to victory
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball players turn around a furious deficit in their European League home game against Baia Mare. In the end, they can rely on their top scorer.
SPD politician sees attack on journalistic freedom
The CDU state parliamentary groups in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt want to discuss a possible merger of ARD and ZDF. Matthias Hey sees this as an "attack on journalistic freedom".
Who owns the land? Three countries, three answers
Are share purchases of agricultural businesses becoming a problem? Eastern German states assess share deals and investors differently - and take different approaches to soil protection.
Washington leaves Jena and moves to Chemnitz
Science City Jena's captain of all people is leaving the team. There was no way to prevent him from moving to Chemnitz.
Financial equalization: millions for eastern German states
The financial equalization between the federal states is intended to prevent the gap between rich and poor countries from widening. This is how much money flowed into the local region recently.
You can ski here at the weekend
Even when the big snow is gone, ski resorts in Saxony and Thuringia remain open.
Thüringer HC loses top game against Blomberg
For a long time, it looked as if the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team would be able to continue their winning streak. However, they ran out of steam in the final phase.
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.
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.