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What would students face if the AfD took over the Ministry of Education in Saxony-Anhalt? Saxony's Minister of Education warns that school diplomas might no longer be recognized nationwide.

Prosecutors Drop Investigation Against Steimle

At an AfD event, comedian Steimle made derogatory remarks about Chancellor Merz and former Chancellor Merkel. The district attorney's office has now closed the investigation. | more

Kretschmer: No Cooperation with the AfD — Criticism of the Federal Government

Despite his remarks about a “firewall,” Saxony’s Minister President Kretschmer remains committed to maintaining a strict distance from the AfD. There will be no cooperation or coalition. | more

Flash Sale in Schwarzheide: Neue Stores und zusätzliche Rabatte entdecken

Nur bis zum 20. September warten in den Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide-Mitte zahlreiche zusätzliche Aktionen. Besonders spannend sind die drei neuen Stores von PUMA, MARC O’POLO und ONLY & SONS. Zum Finale verbindet der verkaufsoffene Sonntag Shopping und Wasserturmfest zu einem erlebnisreichen Familienausflug | more

Kretschmer Reiterates: No Cooperation with the AfD

Despite his remarks about a “firewall,” Saxony’s Minister President Kretschmer remains committed to maintaining a strict distance from the AfD. There will be no cooperation or coalition. | more

Dealing with the AfD: Söder Disagrees with Kretschmer

Saxony's Minister-President Kretschmer is calling for a willingness to engage in talks with all parties—including the AfD. The CSU leader warns against a split within the Union. | more

The investigation into comedian Steimle is ongoing

At an AfD event, Uwe Steimle made derogatory remarks about Chancellor Friedrich Merz and former Chancellor Angela Merkel. The district attorney’s office is still investigating. | more

Brains on Silicon 2026 bringt internationale KI-Spitzen nach Dresden

Am 14. und 15. September 2026 wird Dresden erneut zum Treffpunkt für angewandte Künstliche Intelligenz. Bei der Brains on Silicon 2026 im ICD Dresden sprechen Expertinnen und Experten von Unternehmen wie SAP, GitHub und You.com darüber, wie KI aus Pilotprojekten in echte Geschäftsprozesse kommt. | more

Fratzscher Warns Against Breaking Down the Barrier Between His Party and the AfD

For the president of the DIW, talks with the AfD offer no benefit. With regard to the party’s economic and social policies, he also speaks of an “AfD paradox.” | more

Kretschmer Sparks Widespread Debate with Remarks on Firewalls

The Greens have reacted with outrage to Michael Kretschmer's statements about the fire wall. And even within the AfD, there is discontent—but for an entirely different reason. | more

Warum zu viel Selbstkritik uns nicht weiterbringt

Schon wieder zu viel gegessen oder eine wichtige Aufgabe aufgeschoben? Oft reagieren wir auf solche Verhaltensweisen mit Selbstkritik. Doch damit bekämpfen wir meist nur das sichtbare Symptom – und übersehen, was wir in diesem Moment wirklich brauchen. | more

Kretschmer: “We have to talk to anyone who wants to talk”

With the AfD on the rise and the CDU in minority governments, Saxony’s Minister President Kretschmer has made a demand—presumably directed at his own party as well. | more

Chrupalla Presents Book and Defends the AfD's Dual Leadership

There’s a lot of speculation following the AfD party convention in Erfurt: How much longer will the Weidel-Chrupalla duo continue to work together? Will Weidel soon take over completely? Chrupalla has a clear opinion on the matter. | more

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Descendant of Simson Plans to Speak at Rally in Erfurt

The Simson brand traces its origins to a Jewish family that was expelled by the Nazis. One of their descendants is visiting Germany. He plans to speak at a protest rally. | more

No Exclamation Points—Three Years of an AfD District Administrator in Southern Thuringia

Robert Sesselmann was supposed to be the first AfD district administrator in Germany to bring about a “blue miracle” for his party. But he remained isolated. Even his fellow party members say he lacks a clear profile. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Kretschmer: “Right now, the fire wall is burning through everywhere”

CDU politician Kretschmer warns that the "firewall" against the AfD cannot solve any problems. He calls for greater citizen participation to curb the party's success. | more

Saxony's Interior Minister: No automatic withdrawal of weapons

In Saxony, AfD membership alone does not automatically lead to the withdrawal of a weapon. What Interior Minister Schuster says about the current regulation and the role of the weapons authorities. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

"Text fraud" - New accusations against Thuringia's head of government

Thuringia's Minister President Mario Voigt is under pressure because of his doctoral thesis. A plagiarism hunter has scrutinized the work - and is making serious accusations. The client is the AfD. | more

AfD parliamentary group imposes 5,000 euro fine against Moosdorf

A fine of 5,000 euros and a six-week ban on speaking in the Bundestag: an incendiary letter with personal attacks on parliamentary group deputy Frohnmaier has consequences for AfD MP Moosdorf. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Wagenknecht calls for firewall to be removed after state parliament vote

Sahra Wagenknecht wants to tear down the firewall to the AfD. She advocates a new democratic culture with changing majorities. | more

AfD and BSW help Green motion to majority in Saxony

Their motion is passed in the state parliament, but the Greens are dismayed: because they only have the help of the AfD and BSW to thank for this. How did this unusual majority come about? | more

Flash Sale in Schwarzheide: Neue Stores und zusätzliche Rabatte entdecken

Nur bis zum 20. September warten in den Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide-Mitte zahlreiche zusätzliche Aktionen. Besonders spannend sind die drei neuen Stores von PUMA, MARC O’POLO und ONLY & SONS. Zum Finale verbindet der verkaufsoffene Sonntag Shopping und Wasserturmfest zu einem erlebnisreichen Familienausflug | more

Election in Görlitz: Ursu ahead, but second ballot necessary

In the new edition of the duel between the CDU incumbent and his challenger from the AfD, there is no final decision. The citizens will have to go to the ballot box again. | more

AfD wants to change school law after pornography incident

Following the incident at a secondary school, the AfD is calling for new rules: Parents should have to agree to external projects in future and project sponsors should be checked for quality. | more

Brains on Silicon 2026 bringt internationale KI-Spitzen nach Dresden

Am 14. und 15. September 2026 wird Dresden erneut zum Treffpunkt für angewandte Künstliche Intelligenz. Bei der Brains on Silicon 2026 im ICD Dresden sprechen Expertinnen und Experten von Unternehmen wie SAP, GitHub und You.com darüber, wie KI aus Pilotprojekten in echte Geschäftsprozesse kommt. | more

AfD man Moosdorf faces punishment after attack on Frohnmaier

An incendiary letter from AfD politician Moosdorf to his colleagues in the Bundestag with personal attacks on parliamentary group deputy Frohnmaier triggers new internal unrest. This is likely to have consequences for Moosdorf. | more

AfD takes legal action against classification as confirmed right-wing extremist

At the administrative court in Dresden, the party wants to ensure that the Office for the Protection of the Constitution has to retract its classification. This is already the second legal attempt. | more

Warum zu viel Selbstkritik uns nicht weiterbringt

Schon wieder zu viel gegessen oder eine wichtige Aufgabe aufgeschoben? Oft reagieren wir auf solche Verhaltensweisen mit Selbstkritik. Doch damit bekämpfen wir meist nur das sichtbare Symptom – und übersehen, was wir in diesem Moment wirklich brauchen. | more

Hitler salute in the Bundestag? AfD member of parliament must go to court

After being accused of giving the Hitler salute in the Bundestag, Matthias Moosdorf lost his immunity. Now the Saxon AfD MP has to stand trial. | more

Jörg Urban remains AfD leader in Saxony

The old man is the new man: the Saxon AfD has opted for personnel continuity and re-elected Jörg Urban as party leader. However, the result is a major setback. | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

Chrupalla: AfD must develop into a governing party

AfD leader Chrupalla calls for his party to become a governing party. He sees 2029 as a decisive opportunity for a change of power in the federal government and in Saxony. | more

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