DFB women in Dresden against Slovenia
Qualifying for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil is the focus for the 2026 women's national team. It kicks off with a home match in a stadium that the DFB has fond memories of.
News from Saxony
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.
IHK boss brings Dresden Airport spin-off into play
Saxony's airports have reported their worst result to date. The state wants to hold on to the two sites in Leipzig and Dresden. However, the interests of the shareholders are different.
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.
Leuna biorefinery starts production of wood chemicals
Chemicals made from wood instead of oil: the Finnish company UPM wants to set new standards with its biorefinery. The company is investing 1.2 billion euros in Leuna.
What fans can expect at the Harry Potter exhibition
Original costumes and real props: The traveling exhibition about the famous young magician with the scar will be visiting Dresden in the coming months. Fans can also become active themselves.
Dehoga: Tax cut is a relief for the hospitality industry
At the turn of the year, sales tax on food in the catering trade will be reduced. How does this benefit the consumer?
Bundeswehr investigated for singing the Deutschlandlied at a party
A DJ plays the first verse of the Deutschlandlied at a Bundeswehr celebration. Now there are disciplinary investigations and a review.
IHK draws a sobering balance and is disappointed with the federal government
"A nice Christmas story sounds different," says Dresden Chamber of Industry and Commerce President Andreas Sperl. We are in a permanent slump. Entrepreneurs are particularly disappointed with the federal government.
Free rail travel with a Christmas costume in Dresden
A present for Santa Claus: With a red coat, hat, beard and sack, Santa and Mrs. Claus travel for free on buses and trains in the Dresden area on Christmas Eve.
Schick returns - Echeverri leaves Leverkusen
Patrik Schick is back in the Bayer Leverkusen squad, while Claudio Echeverri leaves the Werkself early. Who else is missing and what coach Kasper Hjulmand has to say about the clash with Leipzig.
Telephone counseling: Loneliness a growing problem
Every fourth call to the telephone counseling service is about loneliness. Diakonie is therefore calling for more support to help those affected.
Municipal breakdown: Mayor's inauguration delayed
A forgotten publication in the official gazette stops the new mayor from taking office. He now has to wait around three weeks longer to take up his new office.
A4 tunnel towards Görlitz opened
The busy tunnel was renovated for two years. Now traffic is flowing again without restrictions - at least in one direction.
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.
SC Magdeburg in the cup final four: 35:29 against Flensburg
SC Magdeburg still has the chance to win three titles this season. An unchallenged start-to-finish victory against SG Flensburg-Handewitt in the cup quarter-finals.
Advent concert at the Dynamo Dresden stadium
Choral music instead of fan chants: every year, the stadium of third-division soccer club Dynamo Dresden becomes a stage for the Kreuzchor choir and other ensembles at the Advent concert.
Dresden Striezelmarkt receives award
More than 600 Christmas markets in Europe were put to the vote - and now Dresden's Striezelmarkt has been awarded a seal of excellence. It invites you to stroll around until Christmas Eve.
Dresden Striezelmarkt receives award
More than 600 Christmas markets in Europe were put to the vote - and now Dresden's Striezelmarkt has been awarded a seal of excellence. It invites you to stroll around until Christmas Eve.
Largest laying hen farm in Saxony has to cull stock
Due to another outbreak of avian influenza, around 310,000 animals have to be killed in Saxony's largest laying hen farm. For experts, there was no alternative.
Customers in Saxony hold back on Christmas shopping
Only around one in four retailers in Saxony is satisfied with Christmas sales so far. What is behind the reluctance to buy.
Serious hunting accident - investigation against mayor
A shot is suddenly fired during a hunting trip in central Saxony. A young man is seriously injured. The police investigate the mayor of Brand-Erbisdorf.
Leipzig's Baku and Romulo back for top match against Bayer
RB Leipzig can once again rely on two key players for the Bundesliga top match against Leverkusen. Nevertheless, the squad has been thinned out due to injuries and withdrawals for the Africa Cup.
Emergency paving: an additional 12 million euros for infrastructure
Saxony's infrastructure is also ageing and in urgent need of renovation. The state is now providing additional money for this.
Köpping: "The worst prevented" with hospital savings package
Hospitals should not be overburdened in order to stabilize health insurance contributions. Following a compromise, the ball is now in the court of the Bundestag and the Bundesrat.
Saxony extends rules for overnight stays in the national park
Less disturbance for peregrine falcons and co.: the ban on overnight stays in the national park during the breeding season will continue to apply in future. Saxony's environment minister sees this as a benefit for nature.
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.
New logistics center to be built near Leipzig/Halle Airport
A 50,600 square meter logistics center is being built in Kabelsketal. Modern technology and a sustainable energy supply are planned.