Experts see Saxon cultural landscape at risk
Saxony likes to call itself a land of culture. But in view of tight budgets, the funding situation is not rosy in many places. Experts are now sounding the alarm.
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Greens demand better protection for urban forests
There has recently been a lot of discussion in Germany about the cityscape. One thing is certain: a beautiful cityscape also includes a "green lung". The Greens are concerned about protecting them in Saxony.
Actress Laura Lippmann stands up for the deaf
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.
Cultural foundation supports 200 projects with two million euros
Twice a year, the Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony hands out money for projects. Over the next six months, 200 projects can now count on a grant.
Women earn six percent less than men
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.
Lusatia wants to be a pioneer as a climate-friendly model region
Fast approvals and a pioneering spirit: Lusatia wants to become a role model for green industry in Europe. Alongside a spirit of optimism, there are also critical voices.
Merkel's "Freedom" is one of Saxony's 2025 borrowers
What do Caroline Wahl and Angela Merkel have in common? They have both written bestsellers. Their books have been borrowed particularly frequently in Dresden and Leipzig this year.
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.
More than 200 fire salamanders reported in Saxon Switzerland
National park visitors help protect species: Why photos of fire salamanders are particularly important now and what is being done to combat a dangerous animal disease.
Porsche builds new SUV model in Leipzig
It is an important decision for Leipzig: Porsche wants to produce a new SUV model there - as a combustion engine or plug-in hybrid.
Bucking the price trend: renovated apartments significantly more expensive
Property prices are falling - but renovated apartments of all things are becoming more expensive. Why the real estate market in Saxony is nevertheless showing signs of recovery.
After 24 years: Last VW rolls off the production line in Dresden
From Phaeton to e-Golf: after more than 165,500 cars, it's the end. The last VW is red and will remain in the Gläserne Manufaktur as a memento before the plant is rebuilt from next year.
63,000 jobs at risk - Ost-Chemie urges quick help
The chemical industry in eastern Germany is in a serious crisis. Employers and trade unions are warning of the loss of tens of thousands of jobs and are demanding swift action from the federal government.
In-store eye check - TK brings preventive care to the countryside
Eye check without a doctor's appointment: Techniker Krankenkasse is launching a pilot project for free eye checks directly in optical stores or via "Augenmobil".
Bluetongue back in Saxony for the first time since 2009
Bluetongue strikes Saxony again for the first time since 2009. What this means for farmers, animals and exports - and how large the new restriction zone is.
Kretschmer: Minority government stable and on the right track
Saxony's head of government Michael Kretschmer wants to run for his party again in 2029. He does not believe the current minority government with the SPD is at risk.
Industry crisis: "Chemical Summit East" in Böhlen
How do employers and trade unions want to secure jobs in the chemical industry in eastern Germany? Demands are presented to the federal government at the Chemical Summit.
RB women lose their fifth competitive match in a row
Leipzig had lost four competitive matches recently. They kept up well against the favorites from Hoffenheim, but lost again in the end.
League leaders SC Magdeburg salvage victory at VfL Gummersbach
SC Magdeburg's winning streak continues in the German Handball League. At VfL Gummersbach, the league leaders saved the two points in the final seconds.
Wellinger experiences another debacle ahead of the Four Hills Tournament
Andreas Wellinger is in devastating form in the sport. In his last World Cup before Christmas, he doesn't even make it into the top 50.
Lößnitzgrund and Weißeritz Valley Railway with new timetable
The narrow-gauge railroads around Dresden will be running again from Sunday after maintenance. What will change for passengers on the Lößnitzgrundbahn and Weißeritztalbahn.
Greens demand more responsibility for East German chemical industry
Ahead of the chemicals summit, the Greens are calling for companies and governments to take more responsibility for the East German chemicals industry. What is behind the appeals to Dow?
10 years of SCM coach Wiegert: From shaky candidate to legend
Bennet Wiegert has been coach at SC Magdeburg for ten years. After a slow build-up phase, the Magdeburg native regularly collects titles with the club and has long since achieved legendary status.
Lots of positives for basement dwellers Magdeburg despite 3:3
1. FC Magdeburg missed out on their third win in a row against Holstein Kiel. However, coach Petrik Sander sees the first point after falling behind as a sign of a stable team.
Bark beetle on the retreat? Situation in Saxony relaxed in 2025
If things go well for the bark beetle, one female can give rise to 100,000 beetles in three generations. However, 2025 was not a good year for the pest in Saxony.
More forced evictions in Saxony
Forced evictions are on the rise in Saxony. Rising housing costs are driving more and more people into poverty. The Left Party sees an urgent need for action.
A4 tunnel: Eastbound opening planned at the start of the vacations
The eastbound Königshainer Berge tunnel is due to open just in time for Christmas. However, the restrictions are not yet completely over.
SC DHfK Leipzig remains winless away from home
Leipzig's handball team cannot confirm its upward trend in the duel at HC Erlangen. Two former Leipzig players play a decisive role in the hosts' victory.
After cup exit: Dresdner SC also loses in the Bundesliga
First in the cup, now in the Bundesliga: Dresden's volleyball players concede another away defeat.