Starting eleven comeback for Nuremberg captain Knoche
After a few weeks on the substitutes' bench, veteran defender Knoche is back in the starting line-up for Nuremberg. What coach Miroslav Klose also reveals ahead of the game in Dresden.
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Less demand: containers for refugees are being dismantled
Housing containers for refugees are being dismantled, new opportunities for housing construction are emerging. How does Dresden intend to use the space now?
Saxony's skilled trades in a low mood - "dies quietly"
Gaps in order books, uncertainty among consumers: The Saxon Crafts Association is sounding the alarm. Why many companies are pessimistic about the future and what could help now.
Dynamo and Energie test each other during the international break
The match between Dynamo Dresden and Energie Cottbus is somewhat explosive. The test will therefore take place without fans.
IG Metall: Transparent factory to become a place of research
It was once Volkswagen's prestige project - the Transparent Factory. Car production will end here in December. What will happen next?
Less money for integration - refugee council sees danger
Less funding for integration projects: The Saxon Refugee Council warns of serious consequences for refugees and society.
Comedian makes art: Otto Waalkes shows pictures in Dresden
Otto Waalkes is showing around 150 of his paintings in Dresden from mid-November. Visitors can expect a mixture of humor, art and the famous Ottifanten.
86 percent of teachers in Saxony leave prematurely
More than 1,300 teachers leave Saxony's schools early every year. For many, their profession no longer seems feasible until they retire. The trade union points to a high level of stress.
86 percent of teachers in Saxony leave prematurely
More than 1,300 teachers leave Saxony's schools early every year. For many, their profession no longer seems feasible until they retire. The trade union points to a high level of stress.
Fare dodging rate in eastern Germany increases significantly in some cases
In Dresden and Magdeburg, more passengers were caught without tickets this year than in previous years. The damage in Dresden alone runs into millions of euros.
Trial against alleged NSU supporter in Dresden
Susann E. is alleged to have supported the neo-Nazis of the NSU terrorist group. The woman is now on trial in Dresden. Trial dates are scheduled until mid-2026.
13 productions selected for Dance Platform Germany
Every two years, Tanzplattform Deutschland presents current developments in contemporary dance. In 2026, Dresden will be the stage for the showcase.
Four percent of suspected corona vaccine damage recognized
Only a small fraction of vaccination claims are recognized. Proving that there is a causal link between a vaccination and an impairment is complicated.
Authorities give green light for renovation of Görlitz department store
The Görlitz Art Nouveau department store is to awaken from its slumber. Controversial issues relating to monument protection have now been resolved. Planning can continue.
Animal shelters in Saxony receive higher subsidies
Saxony's animal shelters will receive significantly more financial support in future. Funding will increase to two million euros per year.
Saxony's monument archive reveals hidden treasures
Unique finds from 300 years: The Monument Archive opens its doors and allows visitors to immerse themselves in the secret world of Saxon cultural monuments.
Saxony demands more say in EU funding
Saxony wants to have a greater say in the allocation of EU funding in future. The state government rejects EU plans for centralization and demands more influence for the regions.
Greens want help for people without health insurance
Bad diagnosis: According to estimates, around 40,000 people in Saxony have no or inadequate health insurance cover. For the Greens, the Free State has a duty.
Still no clarity after suspected bird flu cases
The first suspected cases of bird flu have been reported in Saxony for just under a week. However, there is still no certainty.
Parts of Saxony remain in the race for nuclear waste repository
According to the Federal Company for Final Disposal, several regions in Saxony are considered particularly suitable sites for nuclear waste - how will the selection process continue?
Wolfs hotline in Saxony switches to answering machine at night
The wolf hotline in Saxony will only be available to a limited extent at night in future. However, direct contact will still be possible in urgent cases.
Dresden plans major Rubens exhibition to mark 450th birthday
In 2027, Dresden will celebrate the 450th birthday of Peter Paul Rubens with a major exhibition. What visitors can expect at the Old Masters Picture Gallery.
Saxony's exports to the USA rise to 2.7 billion euros
Saxony's exports to the USA are increasing despite difficult conditions. However, the export curve has recently been pointing downwards.
Industry and trade in the East much more optimistic
How is the mood in the East German economy developing? New figures on the business climate index provide insights.
Greens: Improve integration of foreign nursing staff
Saxony is specifically recruiting nursing staff from abroad. However, the Greens still see a lot of room for improvement and are calling for an effective strategy.
Sigh of relief after high-risk game - but also criticism
A soccer matchday like Berlin has never experienced before. Hertha and Union played on the same day. How did it go?
Rats in Saxony's cities - waste as the main cause
Rats are considered pests and disease vectors and find plenty of habitat in cities. However, the extent of the problem varies from city to city in Saxony.
Dresden volleyball players fight for victory against Schwerin
Dresden SC's volleyball players showed a strong reaction after their defeat in Stuttgart and defeated Schwerin again in the rematch of the Supercup.
Police: Fans leave Olympic Stadium without rioting
The atmosphere was tense before the game. After Hertha's victory, however, it remained calm according to the police. Most of the fans are on their way home.
Hertha make home winning days perfect: "We still have something to do"
The next home win for Hertha BSC: The second division team beat Dynamo Dresden 2:0 on the big soccer day in Berlin. The explosive clash remains largely calm at first.
Veitch's fir tree adorns Dresden's Striezelmarkt
A 20 meter high Veitchs fir tree adorns this year's Dresden Striezelmarkt. How it got there and what visitors can expect at the opening.
Before Hertha against Dresden - police report quiet start
Hertha fans and Dynamo supporters meet in Berlin. The police have so far reported a peaceful course of events before kick-off.
New commissioner advises on discrimination in schools
Natalija Bock is the new commissioner responsible for advising on discrimination in Saxony's schools. She wants to ensure a fear-free coexistence.
1 year of the Self-Determination Act - "endless relief"
For exactly twelve months now, people have been able to change their gender entry relatively easily. What the Federal Government's Queer Commissioner says about the response - and the Liebich case.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
No clarity yet after suspected bird flu cases
The first suspected cases of bird flu have also been reported in Saxony since the middle of the week. However, there is still no certainty.
Saxony is not planning any longer green phases at pedestrian lights
Do pedestrians in Saxony have enough time to cross a road when the light turns green? This question also arises in view of the growing proportion of older people.
Leitl relies on veterans instead of special address
Hertha rely on team spirit instead of special speeches: Why coach Leitl trusts youngster Eichhorn and the support of experienced colleagues.
Finance Minister: Costs for air traffic must fall
High costs are causing turbulence in domestic German air traffic. Saxony's finance minister is pushing for lower taxes and fees.
Dynamo coach ahead of Berlin game: Backdrop not a burden
Just under 75,000 spectators, possibly a third of them Dynamo fans. Things will get heated. Rioting is expected. Dresden's coach explains how the preparation went.
Leitl ahead of Dresden duel: Play soccer and nothing else
Full house, heated rivalry: Hertha and Dresden meet in Berlin - something that coach Leitl and those responsible are now particularly emphasizing.
Leitl ahead of Dresden duel: Play soccer and nothing else
Full house, heated rivalry: Hertha and Dresden meet in Berlin - something that coach Leitl and those responsible are now particularly emphasizing.
Explosive double matchday in Berlin: DFL explains the schedule
Thousands of Dresden fans in the Olympiastadion and Union playing almost at the same time. The double matchday in Berlin could be a bumpy one. The German Football League explains why it had to plan this way.
New Saxon integration commissioner elected
Martin Modschiedler is the new Integration Commissioner in the Saxon state parliament. In future, the CDU politician wants to ensure that integration is clear, fair and based on the rule of law.
Medical service: 176 treatment errors in Saxony
Patients can contact their health insurance provider if they suspect a medical error. In almost every third case examined in Saxony, the result was: Yes, something went wrong.
HOLD Leftists want to measure Kretschmer by his actions
After the nail-biting battle over Saxony's approval of the reform treaty for public broadcasting, the role of the left is once again coming into focus. Without them, the project would have failed.
Kraushaar: The East needs more speed in rail transport
The East must not be a siding of German transport policy, says the Saxon Infrastructure Minister. It is unclear whether this has reached the responsible ministry in Berlin.
State parliament with debates on right-wing extremism Rail transport
The term cityscape is on everyone's lips these days. The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament sees completely different problems in the cityscape than Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Köpping wants more speed in the integration of refugees
The number of refugees who have a job is increasing. Nevertheless, many are still dependent on social benefits. The AfD considers the benefits to be too high.
Refugee Council criticizes deportation of Iraqi family
The fact that refugees are also deported at night is controversial. There is now another such case in Saxony. It immediately causes criticism.
Avian flu - first suspected cases in wild birds in Saxony
Even though no farm animals in the state have been affected by avian influenza to date, the ministry urgently recommends compulsory stabling - because the risk is increasing.
New exhibition about the world of insects in Dresden
How important are insects for our lives? A new exhibition at the Senckenberg Nature Museum in Dresden invites visitors to discover their diversity in more detail.
Training figures in the skilled trades at a ten-year high
More trainees are starting out in the eastern Saxon trades than at any time in the last ten years. The profession of motor vehicle mechatronics technician is in particularly high demand.
Preparations for the Striezelmarkt underway
It's not even November yet, and the Christmas spirit is already spreading across the Altmarkt: The construction of the 591st Dresden Striezelmarkt begins.
Minister: sense of security among the population is eroding
Saxony's Minister of Justice has clear words in the debate on internal security. She doesn't use the word "cityscape", and yet that's exactly what it's all about.
Saxon authors on a reading tour through 65 libraries
20 authors from Saxony read from new works in libraries. From poetry to crime fiction - the literature forum brings stories to all regions of the Free State.
Saxon state parliament votes on broadcasting reforms
The State Broadcasting Reform Treaty requires the approval of all federal states. Now it is Saxony's turn. A close vote is expected.
Globalfoundries invests 1.1 billion euros in expansion
Chip manufacturer Globalfoundries in Dresden wants to speed up its production with its "Sprint" project. The Federal Chancellor is present when the plans are presented
Merz promotes the skilled trades in Dresden
The Chancellor is on his inaugural visit to Saxony and also visits a training center for the skilled trades. Several people protest in front of the State Chancellery because of his "cityscape" statement.
Merz promotes the skilled trades in Dresden
The Chancellor is on his inaugural visit to Saxony and also visits a training center for the skilled trades. Several people protest in front of the State Chancellery because of his "cityscape" statement.
Merz praises Saxony - financing of transport routes open
Friedrich Merz praises Saxony's industry, but still sees a need for discussion when it comes to financing new transport routes. What else was discussed during his visit to Dresden.
Almost 1,000 households in Saxony without fast mobile communications
In Saxony, around 1,000 households are still without high-speed mobile communications. Why these gaps are becoming a problem for consumers and the economy.
Close vote expected on the Reform State Treaty in Saxony
Public broadcasting in Germany is to be reformed. All state parliaments must vote on the corresponding state treaty. Now it's Saxony's turn.
More and more people in need of care are dependent on state assistance
In Saxony, more and more people in need of care require state support. The cost of a place in a home is rising. What does this mean for those affected and their families?
Merz comes to Dresden for inaugural visit
The Chancellor makes his inaugural visit to Saxony. In front of the State Chancellery in Dresden, people are planning a protest rally against Merz because of his controversial comments on the cityscape.
Cold relief in Dresden: Night cafés open for the homeless
When the nights get colder, life on the streets becomes life-threatening. There is help in Dresden: numerous facilities offer shelter, warmth and support for homeless people.
Tax estimate: Saxony still under pressure to save money
In 2025, the state coffers will be ringing tidier than expected. But there is a threat of losses from 2027. The Free State must step up its savings efforts, says the Finance Minister.
German-Czech Cultural Days in Dresden
Concerts, readings, puppet theater: the German-Czech Culture Days offer a wide variety of events.
German-Czech Cultural Days in Dresden
Concerts, readings, puppet theater: the German-Czech Culture Days offer a wide variety of events.
"Happiness atlas": Saxony as happy as before the pandemic
Saxons are happier than they have been for a long time. The "Happiness Atlas" 2025 shows where the Free State shines in the national rankings and where it still lags behind.
Frank Pfeil new LSB President in Saxony
LSB Saxony elects a new president. A code against violence is also new.
Hygiene Museum wants to involve citizens in exhibitions
The role of museums is changing. The Deutsches Hygiene-Museum wants to reflect the diversity of society with new projects and involve people from urban and rural areas.
Government wants to exert more influence on commercial areas
There are currently just under 250 sites available for the establishment of industry and companies in the state. Is that enough?
Dynamo fail to pick up a point against Paderborn despite taking the lead
Second-division soccer team Dynamo Dresden simply does not reward itself: despite a spirited performance, it still fails to win at home at the fifth attempt. Paderborn turn the game around with great efficiency.
Paderborn continues winning streak in Dresden
Paderborn turns the game around in Dresden and displays astonishing efficiency. That brings a club record. Dynamo are still waiting for their first home win.
Paderborn continues winning streak in Dresden
Paderborn turns the game around in Dresden and displays astonishing efficiency. That brings a club record. Dynamo are still waiting for their first home win.
State parliament remembers constituent session of 1990
The first freely elected Saxon state parliament convened on October 27, 1990. State Parliament President Alexander Dierks remembers the democratic awakening after the Peaceful Revolution.
Flu season begins - coronavirus infections increase slightly
The number of respiratory illnesses in Saxony is rising, but the flu epidemic has yet to hit. When is the best time to get vaccinated.
Dresden funicular railroad turns 130 years old
With its 550-meter-long track, the historic vehicle is a popular excursion destination for locals and tourists alike. However, a birthday party has been canceled.
Piwarz calls for easier confiscation of illegal assets
Fight against organized crime: According to a media report, Saxony's finance minister is campaigning for easier confiscation of assets from money laundering. How is this supposed to work?
Hygiene Museum wants to involve citizens in exhibitions
The role of museums is changing. The Deutsches Hygiene-Museum wants to reflect the diversity of society with new projects and involve people from urban and rural areas.
No bird flu in Saxony yet: Köpping urges caution
So far, Saxony has been spared bird flu. To prevent outbreaks, the Minister of Health is asking poultry farmers and the public for help.
Demo for a "colorful cityscape" in Dresden
Chancellor Merz's statement about the cityscape problem caused by migrants has met with both approval and fierce criticism. He has also met with resistance in Dresden.
Opticians demand less bureaucracy for health insurance benefits
More and more opticians want to turn their backs on statutory health insurance. Why many companies no longer want to take on the expense and what they are demanding.
Last laps for Dresden's park railroad in its anniversary year
If you still want to ride the miniature train, you have to hurry: The locomotives will be rolling through the Großer Garten until October 31, after which the train will be closed for the winter.
Hygiene Museum is dedicated to beauty
It's about much more than appearances. Under the title "Am I beautiful!", the German Hygiene Museum Dresden is completing its permanent exhibition. Over 100 residents of the city contributed to it.
More voluntary departures by asylum seekers
Slightly fewer rejected asylum seekers were deported from Saxony in the third quarter. However, there were significantly more who left the country voluntarily.
The risk of wildlife accidents increases with the time change
There are numerous wildlife accidents in Saxony every year. How the time change increases the risk for drivers and what experts now advise.
Dixieland Festival Dresden with 33 bands from nine countries
The festival in Dresden wants to make good old traditional jazz more appealing to young people. That is why new formats are constantly being sought. But there are also challenges.
Saxony's cabinet meets in Brussels at the beginning of November
The trip is about Saxony's European strategy. The focus will also be on EU finances and strengthening defense.
How to save the partridge? Experts meet on species extinction
Is there still enough habitat for animals like the lapwing or the partridge in Saxony? Species extinction is also taking place in this country. That's why expertise is needed.
Ukrainian receives scholarship for cosmopolitanism and tolerance
In 2009, a murder shook more than just Dresden. A young Egyptian woman was killed for racist reasons. A scholarship commemorates her to this day.
Finance Minister wants to combat money laundering more effectively
Saxony's Finance Minister Christian Piwarz has declared war on money laundering. He also sees experts such as tax auditors as having a duty.
Saxon cities open stores on Advent Sundays
Christmas shopping on Sundays: many cities in Saxony make this possible with open days during the Advent season. An overview.
Kunstsammlungen Dresden would designer Rudolf Horn
The furniture he designed accompanied many people in the GDR - and is still in demand today. Horn has now died at the age of 96. He is still held in high esteem by experts.
Exhibition on 150 years of the Museum of Ethnology in Dresden
Even the Saxon electors were interested in exotic exhibits from all parts of the world. An exhibition in Dresden now shows the history of local ethnology.
Dresden Marathon: Record-breaking run with 10,000 participants causes traffic restrictions
More than 10,000 runners will start at the 25th Dresden Marathon on October 26, 2025. All information about road closures, the new children's marathon and DVB changes.
SKD want to thoroughly analyze the break-in at the Louvre
Following the theft of jewels from the Louvre, the Dresden State Art Collections are once again reviewing their security concept. What they have learned from their own break-in.
Dresden Christmas market traders are looking for staff
Five weeks to go until the start: If you fancy a Christmas market atmosphere and a job, there are now plenty of vacancies in Dresden - from sales to logistics.