Calls for passport revocation for dual nationals after Hamas arrests
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for attacks in Germany. Now the discussion about revoking citizenship for dual nationals is coming up again.
News from Saxony
Niners Chemnitz lose Eurocup thriller in Greece
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team experienced a rollercoaster of emotions in Athens. After a desolate start and a clear lead in the second half, they lost in overtime.
SC DHfK Leipzig reaches cup round of 16
Leipzig's Bundesliga handball team ends its misery and wins for the first time this season. In the second round of the cup at Frisch Auf Göppingen, they hold their nerve in the final phase.
Attack plans? Suspected Hamas weapons procurers caught
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for Hamas for attacks on Israeli and Jewish institutions in Germany. The Federal Criminal Police Office arrests them and searches them in North Rhine-Westphalia and Leipzig.
Particularly high rent increases for students in Leipzig
While students in Leipzig are struggling with high rent increases, Chemnitz and Dresden remain comparatively affordable. The Student Housing Report 2025 provides new figures.
Carola Bridge: Elbe cycle path in Dresden Neustadt open again
The path is now clear again for pedestrians and cyclists on both sides of the Elbe.
Steinmeier: "Do not allow democracy to be damaged"
Shortly before the Day of German Unity on October 3, the mood is anything but exuberant. The Federal President knows this too. And asks the citizens to pause for a moment.
BMW connects Leipzig plant to hydrogen network
Until now, the hydrogen has been delivered by truck, but in future it will flow through its own pipeline: Leipzig will be the first BMW site with a direct pipeline.
Poland extends border controls until spring
Since the beginning of July, Poland's border guards have been carrying out checks at the common border with Germany. The controls are now to remain in place until April 2026.
EU millions for field hamsters in Saxony
More hamsters on arable land in Saxony: That is the aim of a new EU-funded project. This is how to get the rodent offspring to thrive.
129 million euros for urban development in Saxony
From renovated town halls to youth clubs: Saxon municipalities can use new funding to make their towns even more liveable. There are also newcomers among the municipalities receiving funding.
Auer fans brutally attacked after game in Aachen
After Aue's game in Aachen, Erzgebirge fans were attacked in their vehicles. Two cars were totaled, but fortunately no one was seriously injured.
President Dierks sees parliament as a "learning system"
Despite longer decision-making processes, Saxony's state parliament president Dierks believes the parliament is capable of acting. He looks back on the first year with a minority government.
Schuster in favor of rapid new regulations for Ukraine refugees
Discussions are continuing in Germany about benefits for refugees from Ukraine. Saxony is calling for changes for new arrivals - and points to neighboring Poland.
Zipfeltreffen on the country mile
A good 25 years ago, four municipalities formed an alliance that attracted nationwide attention - including Görlitz. There are up to 1,000 kilometers between the towns. The partners meet once a year.
Zipfeltreffen on the country mile
A good 25 years ago, four municipalities formed an alliance that attracted nationwide attention - including Görlitz. There are up to 1,000 kilometers between the towns. The partners meet once a year.
A third of citizens see differences between East and West
On the eve of German Unity Day, several surveys show that the gap between East and West is widening again - especially from the perspective of East Germans.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe for new distribution of assets
Shortly before October 3, Elisabeth Kaiser presents her annual report. She is also concerned about some trends between East and West Germany.
Electronic patient file starts in Saxony's practices
More than 90 percent of practices in Saxony are technically prepared for the electronic patient file. How doctors and patients benefit from the ePA - and what hurdles still exist.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe takes stock of German unity
The two German states united 35 years ago. How far have they grown together?
Second win in a row: Aue also wins in Aachen
After beating 1860 Munich, FC Erzgebirge followed up with a win in Aachen. It's a work victory, nothing more. But valuable.
Kretschmer also calls for climate targets to be softened
CDU politician Kuban calls for Germany's current climate targets to be scrapped. Saxony's Minister President agrees.
Koch becomes new director of art collections in Dresden
Lars-Christian Koch has made a name for himself in the Berlin museum scene. Now he is moving to Dresden and taking on new tasks.
Letter: Business warns against cuts at airports
The planned dismissal of Lufthansa ground staff is causing unrest. What the Saxon CCIs and other signatories are now demanding from politicians.
Mayors push for federal billions to be distributed
Empty coffers, dilapidated schools, broken roads: East German mayors are sounding the alarm and insisting on rapid help from the federal special fund. President of the Association of Cities and Towns Jung also calls for reforms.
Two Saxon schools successful at German School Award
The German School Award recognizes institutions with particularly good quality. This year, two schools from Saxony have received awards.
Saxony reorganizes promotion of home ownership
Saxony has revised the promotion of home ownership. The minister responsible emphasizes the advantages. However, the bottom line is that there is less money.
Saxony's GP scholarship starts new application round
Only ten places, but real opportunities: Why it is particularly worthwhile for future rural doctors to start applying for the Saxon GP scholarship now.
Schuster calls for police powers for drone attacks
Drones in the skies of Denmark, Norway and Poland have caused unrest in Europe. Saxony's Minister of the Interior also sees the defense against such aircraft as a challenge for the police.