Kretschmer: Law on working hours needs reform
More flexible weekly working hours instead of rigid rules - Kretschmer and Merz call for reforms. Trade unions and the left warn of risks for employees and families.
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Saxony wants to promote specialties with a show kitchen
"The taste of Saxony": this is the label under which the Free State wants to promote its culinary delights. A show kitchen is to premiere at the Green Week.
13 new turbines: Saxony remains a latecomer in wind power
The Saxon wind farm is the oldest in Germany. The Free State contributes around 1.2 percent of new capacity to the construction of new turbines - one of the lowest figures ever.
So far no funding for rail project to Saxony
The "Central Germany Link" was supposed to provide fast connections from west to east. However, the Ministry of Transport has yet to make a financial commitment. Saxony's Greens speak of a "breach of promise".
So far no funding for rail project to Saxony
The "Central Germany Link" was supposed to provide fast connections from west to east. However, the Ministry of Transport has yet to make a financial commitment. Saxony's Greens speak of a "breach of promise".
Staatskapelle Dresden performs with Mahler Youth Orchestra
One of the oldest orchestras in the world is committed to young people. The Staatskapelle Dresden not only trains its own young musicians, but also cooperates with the Mahler Youth Orchestra.
Study: Saxony lacks tens of thousands of social housing units by 2035
According to a study, the demand for social housing in Saxony is increasing significantly. In order to meet this demand, the Free State would have to increase the number almost ninefold by 2035.
Saxony loses cultural monuments - cases of illegal demolition
Saxony is still rich in architectural monuments. However, 13 of them have been illegally demolished in recent years. The Green Party is now calling for the protection of historic buildings to be strengthened.
Tiny helpers with side effects: What nanoparticles trigger in the blood
In future, nanoparticles will be used to distribute drugs in the body in a targeted manner. But how does the blood react to these tiny helpers? A study from Dresden shows that both the mass and number of particles are crucial.
Saxony's universities open their doors to prospective students
100,000 students, 165 subjects: Saxony's universities will show on Thursday how diverse campus life and research can be. Young people can take a look behind the scenes.
Saxony in favor of a "coordinated approach" to Iran deportations
There has been serious unrest in Iran in recent days. A first federal state now no longer wants to deport people there. What is Saxony's stance on this?
How flawed diamonds are advancing quantum technology
Diamonds with flaws as a tool for science: the new professor Aparajita Singha at TU Dresden uses special diamond sensors to measure magnetic signals from individual atoms. Her ambitious goal for the next five years is to carry out these measurements at room temperature - something that no one else in the world has yet managed to do. Her research in the Cluster of Excellence ctd.qmat is an important basis for future quantum computers and strengthens Saxony's position in quantum technology.
Dresden Zoo with more guests and furry additions
Welcome and farewell. Even in a zoo, zookeepers experience sadness and loss alongside many joyful moments. Nevertheless, 2025 will go down in the zoo's history as a good year.
Forest campaign: more trees for climate and species protection
More forest for Saxony: Why the state government and the Forest Foundation are focusing on reforestation and which regions are particularly in focus.
Municipalities and business call for reforms
Alliances are forged in times of need. In Saxony, local authorities and businesses are pushing for binding measures to end the standstill.
Forecast: Saxony in second place for rising heating costs
Cold snaps and higher prices are leading to higher heating costs in Saxony. How badly different types of heating are affected and what an energy service provider predicts.
Report: Saxony CDU wants to ban solar installations in forests
Saxony's CDU wants to prevent forests from being cleared for solar power plants nationwide. According to media reports, a corresponding motion is planned for the CDU party conference.
Filmfest Dresden with record number of entries
The Dresden Film Festival has made a name for itself with short films and animated films. There was a real rush of applications for this year's edition.
Saxony is increasingly confronted with animal diseases
Saxony is struggling with animal diseases such as avian influenza and African swine fever. The responsible Minister Köpping believes that prevention and cooperation are the key to containment.
Goalkeeper Bethke moves from Cottbus to Dresden
Goalkeeper Bethke was the undisputed regular goalkeeper at Energie Cottbus until his injury. In the second half of the season, the 22-year-old will be able to demonstrate his skills in a higher class.
Perpetual chemicals in Dresden's waters locally limited
Substances that are considered harmful to health have been discovered in several bodies of water. The contamination is considered to be localized. It remains unclear where the chemicals come from.
Money for culture in the countryside: seven projects funded
Even in the Saxon province, people care about culture. In times of migration to the cities, this is particularly important for young people. That's why commitment is always welcome.
Despite decline - Saxony remains ahead in organ donations
In 2025, fewer organs were donated in Saxony than in the previous year. Nevertheless, the state is above the national average - but the need for donor organs remains high.
Buses and trains can run in Dresden despite the ice
The German Weather Service is also warning of slippery roads in Saxony. Buses and trains are still in operation in the morning.
6G network: TU Dresden researches the future of mobile communications
TU Dresden is developing the sixth generation of mobile communications with TU Munich. From 2030, 6G should enable remote care robots and operations. The focus is on the connection between man and machine. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research is funding the project with 25 million euros.
Hydrogen technology: Recyclable fuel cells from Saxon laboratories
High energy prices and climate protection - hydrogen is supposed to solve both problems. But the technology is expensive. Four Saxon universities are now developing fuel cells that can be reused. The "Hy²Cycle" project could advance the energy transition.
Saxony loses 122 pharmacies in a decade
Exploding costs, frozen fees: pharmacies in Saxony are struggling to survive. The association sees structural problems.
Dresden honors Carl Maria von Weber with a year of festivities
Composer Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826) was a kind of hit-maker of his time. His most famous work was premiered in Berlin, but the composer actually "belongs" to the city of Dresden.
Wolf pup is under special observation
It had become entangled in a fence in northern Saxony. The young wolf has been roaming the Annaburger Heide ever since. After an incident, the authorities are keeping a close eye on it.
Saxony's wolves provide data for research
Four wolves roam Saxony's forests in the service of science. They are equipped with a transmitter and provide experts with important data for wolf monitoring.
Researchers discover new form of water
Water that can conduct electricity extremely well? Researchers from Dresden and Rostock have discovered an exotic form of water that only forms under the most extreme conditions. The findings could explain what happens inside ice giants such as Uranus and Neptune.
Dresden main station reopened for train services
The construction work at Dresden Central Station has been completed. Trains are running there again today after the station was closed for three days.
Construction work at the closed Dresden main station on schedule
Dresden's main station has been closed for construction work since Friday. According to the railroad company, the work is on schedule and operations should resume on Monday morning.
Ovations for conductor Herbert Blomstedt in Dresden
Herbert Blomstedt is a legend in the music world. The 98-year-old still conducts at the highest level and inspires music lovers to storms of enthusiasm. Also in Dresden at the beginning of the year.
Despite defeat: ice hockey has a future in Dresden
For the Dresdner Eislöwen, relegation is getting closer after the defeat in the Winter Game. Nevertheless, the spectacle clearly shows that ice hockey has a first division future in Dresden.
Left Party remains by far the largest party in Saxony
The Left Party continues to grow in Saxony and now has around 11,350 members - more than any other state parliamentary party. Its average age is the lowest in comparison.
Number of Lyme disease cases soars in 2025
Several federal states have reported a significant increase in Lyme disease cases in the past year. What is the situation in Saxony?
Fewer restaurants closed due to hygiene deficiencies
Five closures instead of ten: the hygiene record of restaurants in Saxony's major cities is better than last year. However, inspectors still frequently found shortcomings.
Kreuzchor opens concert year with Christmas oratorio
The start of the new concert year will soon be followed by the highlight of the year. In February, the Dresden Kreuzchor has to prove itself in an absolute masterpiece.
Fürth loses test ahead of relegation duel in Dresden
That was not a positive preparation for the upcoming relegation battle. SpVgg Greuther Fürth messed up their dress rehearsal before the start of the second half of the season with a 2-0 defeat against Jahn Regensburg.
Dynamo Dresden only 1:1 in test match against Essen
In the second test match at Dynamo Dresden's training camp, all four new signings are again used. But there was nothing more than a draw against a third division team.
New marker shows which bladder cancer patients benefit from therapy
Researchers at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf have developed a molecular marker to help doctors choose the right bladder cancer therapy. The radiotracer NECT-224 makes visible whether tumors carry a certain protein to which modern drugs can dock. In summer 2025, it was used successfully for the first time on a patient at Dresden University Hospital.
Truck spins - A17 closed
A truck is blocking the A17 near Dresden, diesel is leaking - police and recovery teams are in action.
Number of Lyme disease cases soars in 2025
Several federal states have reported a significant increase in Lyme disease cases in the past year. What is the situation in Saxony?
Left Party remains by far the largest party in Saxony
The Left Party continues to grow in Saxony and now has around 11,350 members - more than any other state parliamentary party. Its average age is the lowest in comparison.
Much anticipation ahead of the Eislöwen vs. Eisbären open-air duel in the east
The first East duel under open-air conditions is coming up. In Dresden's soccer stadium, the champions are up against the bottom team for important points in the battle for the DEL play-offs.
When the leg grows back: researchers from Dresden unravel regeneration puzzle
Axolotls can regrow lost limbs - always in the perfect size. Scientists from Dresden have now deciphered how this works. Their mathematical model shows that two messenger substances work together as an intelligent measuring system. The findings could also be important for us humans.
Saxon economy delivers proposals for reducing bureaucracy
Duplicate reporting obligations, paperwork and slow processes: Saxony's business community demands radical relief - and provides concrete ideas to finally give companies some breathing space.
Schuster rejects SPD proposals on the right to stay
Saxony's Interior Minister warns: SPD plans for the right to stay could shake citizens' confidence in migration policy.
More and more electric buses are rolling through Saxony
In large cities such as Leipzig, e-buses have long been part of everyday public transport. In rural areas, they are rather rare. Now one district is following suit and sees itself in a pioneering role nationwide.
Jehmlich organ at Dresden's Kreuzkirche to be renovated
The queen of instruments in the Kreuzkirche in Dresden is getting on in years, but is still full of beautiful sound. To keep it that way, it is now being extensively renovated.
Flu cases up again in Saxony at the start of the year
In Saxony, the number of flu cases rose by 26 percent at the beginning of the year. Why clinics in Bautzen are reaching their limits and what measures should help now.
14-year-old koala Mullaya euthanized at Dresden Zoo
Mullaya was one of the first two koalas at Dresden Zoo. Recently, the koala dad weakened. And had to be put to sleep.
Dresden Palace gets two ballrooms back
Dresden Palace, which was destroyed in the Second World War, has been under reconstruction for 40 years. Two ceremonial rooms of the residence of the Saxon rulers are now complete. Everything is due to be completed in 2027.
Searching for the universal adapter: discovery in magnetic vortices could help
Tiny magnetic vortices exhibit surprising behavior. Researchers at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf have discovered oscillation states that were previously unknown. The trick is that the effect can be generated with a tiny amount of energy. The discovery could help to connect different computer technologies.
Dresden main station closed - replacement services running
Dresden Central Station will remain closed until Monday due to construction work. Passengers will have to use replacement buses and streetcars.
Saxony and Thuringia score internationally with winter sports
The world is a guest in both East German states. In the coming weeks, World Cups will once again attract winter sports fans to Saxony and Thuringia. The tourism industry is rejoicing.
From sugar to trains - the suspension railroads turn 125
Eugen Langen invented sugar cubes and the suspension railroad, among other things. He did not live to see the start of operations in Wuppertal and Dresden 125 years ago. The family also travels on special occasions.
Winter weather: restrictions on local transport in the Vogtland region
In the coming days, it could snow a lot and be frosty cold in many places in Saxony. This will also result in changes for buses and trains. Weather chaos should be prevented in the Vogtland region.
The shark's ratchet trick: New mechanism of cell division discovered
How do cells divide when they are too big for the classic mechanism? Researchers at TU Dresden have discovered a surprising trick of nature in zebrafish embryos. A rhythmic alternation between solid and liquid states inside the cell enables division over several cycles. The discovery changes our understanding of one of the most fundamental processes of life.
Farmers call for improvements to Mercosur agreement
Farmers are drawing attention to their concerns with a protest at Dresden's Frauenkirche church. They are calling for renegotiations on the Mercosur agreement - and more protection for regional products.
Around 10,000 fans expected at the ball in front of the Semperoper
At least once a year, Dresden revolves around itself. The Semper Opera Ball attracts many onlookers because of its celebrity guests. There is also always plenty of partying in front of the opera house.
Saxony's state capital Dresden is shrinking
Fewer births, more deaths: Dresden is experiencing a growing birth deficit. What this means for the population of the state capital.
Großer Garten Dresden opens paths after tree maintenance work
From spring 2026, many closed paths in Dresden's Grosser Garten will be accessible again. Additional funding will enable faster tree maintenance and greater safety for visitors.
Saxony with 20 exhibitors at Green Week
An AI-supported pasta machine and a star chef - these are the highlights that the Free State of Bavaria is presenting at the trade fair in Berlin. Training is also on board for the first time.
Report: Saxony's municipalities in dire financial straits
The report looks as frosty as the ice floes on the Elbe, says the President of the Saxon Association of Towns and Municipalities on the analysis of municipal finances. The situation is becoming increasingly dramatic.
Dresden organizers are prepared for capricious weather conditions
The winter outdoor ice hockey match will be the first duel in the East. Those responsible in Dresden are also keeping an eye on the weather. They are not worried at the moment.
Ifo Institute: Sentiment in East German economy remains stable
While the business climate in the East remains stable overall, there are clear differences between industry, service providers, trade and the construction industry.
Farmers' protests: Saxony's agriculture minister criticizes EU plans
Saxony's Agriculture Minister backs the protests against the Mercosur agreement. He demands the same standards for imports and warns of disadvantages for domestic agriculture.
Mini livers from the petri dish to help patients
Over two million people die of liver disease every year. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Dresden have now developed a three-dimensional liver model from real patient cells. The mini-liver can mimic important functions and should help to better understand diseases, test new drugs and develop personalized therapies. The study was published in Nature.
Saxony makes significant gains in start-ups
The euphoria surrounding artificial intelligence is enabling new business models. This is driving the number of start-ups to unprecedented heights. Saxony is at the forefront.
Dresden main station closed at the weekend
Construction work will bring Dresden Central Station to a standstill at the weekend. Replacement services and detour are planned for three days. How passengers can get to their destination despite the restrictions.
Clemens pushes for data on children's developmental status
It is not only in Saxony that more and more children are lagging behind their age-appropriate development. This is revealed by school entry examinations. Only early action can remedy the situation.
Large garden with new sculpture depot
Original marble sculptures from the 17th and 18th centuries will be safely stored in the Great Garden of Dresden in future. Guided tours of the depot are planned.
Caracals at Dresden Zoo have offspring
Dresden Zoo has been breeding caracals since 1937 - and now there are offspring again. This is how young Karlos coped with his first few weeks.
Power outage: basic operation in clinics possible with emergency power
Emergency power keeps operating theaters and intensive care units running - but what happens if the blackout lasts longer? Saxony's hospitals reveal where the limits lie.
Dresden gets one of the most powerful AI computers in Germany
Artificial intelligence requires enormous computing power. TU Dresden is therefore planning a new supercomputer. "Deneb" is the name of the system with 184 high-performance chips, which is due to be launched at the end of 2026. Particularly sustainable: 97 percent of the computing heat flows into the district heating network and heats buildings in the surrounding area.
Minister of Culture continues tour of schools and daycare centers
Saxony's Minister of Education Conrad Clemens should get a straight A for diligence. He has now personally visited 199 schools and daycare centers. Now his tour continues.
Freiberg team wins millions in funding for clever cell phone recycling
Old cell phones and computers usually end up in the trash - but they contain valuable raw materials. A team from Freiberg has now developed a clever recycling process to recover gold, copper and rare earths. The six researchers from the Helmholtz Institute convinced an international jury and secured millions in funding. Their environmentally friendly process could help to reduce dependence on critical raw material imports.
Alcohol poisoning among young people at an all-time low
The number of young people with alcohol poisoning is falling - in Saxony even more than nationwide. But politicians and health insurance companies warn: alcohol is still omnipresent for young people.
How a protein keeps tumors alive and feeds them
A research group at TU Dresden has decoded a central mechanism in cancer cells. This enables safer therapies.
Dynamo wins first training camp test against Aarau
All four newcomers are used in a lively test match. But it was the old-established players who scored the winner. A lot of work remains to be done in terms of defensive organization.
Left: offer protection to refugees from Venezuela
He wouldn't shed a tear for Venezuelan President Maduro, says Saxon left-wing politician Nam Duy Nguyen. At the same time, he strongly condemns the actions of the US.
Sharp rise in eating disorders among young women
Influencers and diet trends put young women under massive pressure. The turn of the year is considered particularly risky because many people change their eating habits.
Ballrooms in the north wing of the Residenzschloss completed
Restoration work on the Dresden Residenzschloss has been underway for 40 years. An intermediate stage has been reached.
Lowering blood sugar halves the risk of heart attack in prediabetes
More than one in five adults has elevated blood sugar levels. A new study by TU Dresden and King's College London now shows how important it is to normalize them. Those who bring their blood sugar back to normal levels halve their risk of serious heart disease. The research questions previous assumptions in preventive medicine.
Medical studies in Hungary - application for 40 places underway
The model project offers high school graduates without a place at university in Germany the chance to study medicine in Hungary - and then work as a family doctor in Saxony.
President of the state parliament spreads confidence for 2026
Confidence is the key word in the New Year's address by the President of the Saxon State Parliament. The Free State does not have its best days behind it.
All-clear for Brazil nut fans
Brazil nuts are considered to be selenium bombs, but they also contain radioactive radium. Researchers from Dresden have now measured for the first time how much of it actually ends up in our bodies. The results reassure nut fans.
Jens Baxmann becomes sports director of the Dresdner Eislöwen
The former ice hockey professional takes over the sporting management of the newly promoted DEL team Dresden. Jens Baxmann succeeds Matthias Roos.
Gonther gives Dynamo coach Stamm job guarantee
A Herculean task awaits Sören Gonther in Dresden if they are to stay in the league. The new sporting director is not shaking the coach.
Dynamo Dresden bring Sterner back from Hannover 96
The team at the bottom of the table must first and foremost strengthen its defense. An old acquaintance should help with the mission to stay in the league.
First babies born in Saxony in 2026
The new year begins with good news for several parents in Saxony.
What's next for Dresden Airport? Solution close
Financing is secured until the end of 2026. From 2027, Saxony-Anhalt no longer wants to contribute to the losses of Dresden Airport. A solution is close to being finalized.
Green League: Forest may be cleared for Nochten open-cast mine
A forest near Rohne is to make way for the Nochten open-cast mine. The excavators could be rolling as early as the beginning of January. What happens now?
State dam administration feels the effects of climate change
The state dam administration continues to invest in flood protection. Climate change is becoming a challenge for the future.
14 Citizens' petitions 2025 in Saxony
Citizens' petitions and referendums make direct democracy possible. What is the situation in Saxony?
Be careful on New Year's Eve: it gets cold and slippery
If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve outside, you need to dress warmly: Snow, rain and slippery roads are expected in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
No relief for guests in restaurants in Saxony
Despite lower VAT, prices in restaurants will hardly change. Saxony's Dehoga boss Axel Klein explains why this is the case.
Schuster: More voluntary returns through departure center
Close-meshed checks, intensive advice and a clear goal: the state exit center is intended to speed up returns. Interior Minister Schuster is already seeing an effect after six months.