Los mensajes se cargan...
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.
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 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.
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.
Fewer births, more deaths: Dresden is experiencing a growing birth deficit. What this means for the population of the state capital.
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.
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.
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.
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.
While the business climate in the East remains stable overall, there are clear differences between industry, service providers, trade and the construction industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A research group at TU Dresden has decoded a central mechanism in cancer cells. This enables safer therapies.
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.
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.
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.
Restoration work on the Dresden Residenzschloss has been underway for 40 years. An intermediate stage has been reached.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The former ice hockey professional takes over the sporting management of the newly promoted DEL team Dresden. Jens Baxmann succeeds Matthias Roos.
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.
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.
The new year begins with good news for several parents in Saxony.
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.
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?
The state dam administration continues to invest in flood protection. Climate change is becoming a challenge for the future.
Citizens' petitions and referendums make direct democracy possible. What is the situation in Saxony?
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.
Despite lower VAT, prices in restaurants will hardly change. Saxony's Dehoga boss Axel Klein explains why this is the case.
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.
Is the Saxon government too lax when it comes to medical malpractice? This is exactly what the Greens are accusing the CDU-SPD coalition of. They point to the self-administration of the Medical Service.
Rockets in the sky, broken glass on the road: Why the ADAC recommends leaving your car at home on New Year's Eve - and how you can protect your vehicle.
Work stress even after work. According to a study, many people feel exhausted. Family and friends often fall by the wayside. Yet relaxation is urgently needed.
Saxony's local authorities are sliding deeper and deeper into the red: according to cash statistics, the deficit is more than 1.1 billion euros. Dresden, Leipzig and Chemnitz are particularly affected.
The head of the Federal Chancellery warns against stubbornly sticking to the coalition agreement. Saxony's Minister President agrees.
After New Year's Eve, the cityscape is often reminiscent of a battlefield. Military comparisons are also appropriate in other respects. Doctors often have to deal with serious injuries after firecracker accidents.
The number of flu cases in Saxony is rising, with children particularly affected. At the same time, coronavirus infections are falling for the first time this season.
The "objekt klein a" is one of the best-known techno clubs in Dresden. And like so many others, it is in trouble. Nevertheless, Managing Director Josefine Went is hopeful about the coming year.
However, Minister Gemkow promises that universities and research will be strengthened despite the tight budget situation. He wants to bring selected areas forward.
The number of refugees from Ukraine has risen sharply again in Saxony. On the other hand, fewer asylum seekers from other countries arrived.
Dresden records a good year for its 591st Striezelmarkt. The mulled wine flowed in torrents. A baby carriage even ended up in the market's lost and found office. Chemnitz is also satisfied.
Despite generous donations of goods, the food banks in Saxony are experiencing rising expenditure. The association is still dependent on support.
Many doctors go on vacation over Christmas and New Year's Eve. Medical help is still available. The most important contact points in Saxony.
Tourism in Saxony has weakened somewhat this year. Experts also see a lack of major events as a reason for this. Nevertheless, the overall balance is considered to be good.
Germany needs more speed, but not a snail's pace, says Michael Kretschmer, Prime Minister of Saxony. With regard to reforms, he still sees plenty of room for improvement.
Dresden is closely associated with the painter Caspar David Friedrich. A circular trail is currently being created in his footsteps.
The AfD feels unfairly treated by the Office for the Protection of the Constitution and speaks of "arbitrary" assessments. The Saxon Ministry of the Interior refers to the previous procedure.
At the second attempt it works. The former professional succeeds Thomas Brendel, who has been released from his post.
Life-saving blood products are in danger of becoming scarce, especially at the end of the year. The German Red Cross (DRK) is therefore offering extra dates for blood donations. It is advisable to register in advance.
Difficult diagnosis: there is a looming shortage of GPs in Upper Lusatia. Many practices are on the brink of closure and there is a lack of new blood. The Greens are calling for appropriate treatment.
This year's EU direct payments will soon end up in the accounts of around 7,000 farms. However, they could be cut in future. Saxony's Minister of Agriculture considers this to be a fatal signal.
The team at the bottom of the table urgently needs to strengthen its squad. The former Magdeburg player is the number one new signing this winter.
Parents can also rely on the extended entitlement to children's sick pay in the coming year, emphasizes a health insurance company. What families and the self-employed are entitled to.
Many serious firework accidents have occurred in Saxony in recent years. Meanwhile, Economics Minister Panter is hoping for common sense in dealing with fireworks.
Where companies invest and jobs are created in the future also depends on the expansion of the hydrogen network. In Saxony, the expansion of the grid is making progress - 2026 is considered a key year.
Dynamo take an early lead, but Holstein keep their cool and turn the game around. Harres and Nekic score for the "Storks".
The Dresden SC volleyball players have well and truly earned their short Christmas break. After a tough few weeks in England, they won their last home game of the year against Erfurt in commanding fashion.
The Christmas season is something like the main season for the Dresden Kreuzchor. But we are already looking ahead to the highlight of the coming year
The vast majority of practices in Bavaria now use electronic patient records. Nevertheless, many doctors still report hurdles. What is the current status?
Qualifying for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil is the focus for the 2026 women's national team. It kicks off with a home match in a stadium that the DFB has fond memories of.
Comprehensive vaccinations against animal diseases are met with skepticism by East Germany's farmers' associations. Why the costs and benefits must be weighed up, especially for fattening animals.
The contribution for AOK policyholders in Saxony and Thuringia will remain unchanged in 2026. However, the Board of Directors is calling for reforms on the part of politicians.
Original costumes and real props: The traveling exhibition about the famous young magician with the scar will be visiting Dresden in the coming months. Fans can also become active themselves.
"A nice Christmas story sounds different," says Dresden Chamber of Industry and Commerce President Andreas Sperl. We are in a permanent slump. Entrepreneurs are particularly disappointed with the federal government.
A present for Santa Claus: With a red coat, hat, beard and sack, Santa and Mrs. Claus travel for free on buses and trains in the Dresden area on Christmas Eve.
Billion-euro gaps in both budgets, but different paths: the deputy prime ministers of Saxony and Thuringia on saving, debt and investment.
After two defeats in the cup and Bundesliga, Dresden SC's volleyball players showed their comeback qualities against Suhl.
Choral music instead of fan chants: every year, the stadium of third-division soccer club Dynamo Dresden becomes a stage for the Kreuzchor choir and other ensembles at the Advent concert.
More than 600 Christmas markets in Europe were put to the vote - and now Dresden's Striezelmarkt has been awarded a seal of excellence. It invites you to stroll around until Christmas Eve.
More than 600 Christmas markets in Europe were put to the vote - and now Dresden's Striezelmarkt has been awarded a seal of excellence. It invites you to stroll around until Christmas Eve.
Only around one in four retailers in Saxony is satisfied with Christmas sales so far. What is behind the reluctance to buy.
Saxony's infrastructure is also ageing and in urgent need of renovation. The state is now providing additional money for this.
Hospitals should not be overburdened in order to stabilize health insurance contributions. Following a compromise, the ball is now in the court of the Bundestag and the Bundesrat.
Less disturbance for peregrine falcons and co.: the ban on overnight stays in the national park during the breeding season will continue to apply in future. Saxony's environment minister sees this as a benefit for nature.
The good news: economic output in eastern Germany is growing. The bad news: Probably slower than assumed in the summer.
Construction work will temporarily paralyze Dresden Central Station in January and February. For rail customers, the closures mean replacement services and detour.
The Leipzig Bundesliga handball team wants to escape the dreary league routine in the cup. But they have no chance against the strong favorites from Lemgo.
Billions are already being invested in the electric revolution - but new EU plans could cause confusion. What Economics Minister Panter is now demanding for Saxony's car manufacturers.
Nobody believed that Dresden's Waldschlößchenbrücke bridge would have to disappear again due to a lack of conditions. What conservationists criticize.
Every year, a report on the state of Saxony's forests is presented shortly before Christmas. The date resembles Groundhog Day: because the findings are almost always similar.
"Better equal than later" is a saying of the women's movement. However, equality does not happen by itself. Politicians have to act and have created formats for this.
Stefan Engel from Dresden brings experience from local politics and will have a new position with the SPD in the future. His predecessor is moving to the state parliamentary group of the Social Democrats.
Cold relief, warming rooms and other services are available in Saxony. But where? How can homeless people be supported on cold nights? An overview of some tips and contact points.
Home game for Hasko Weber - the Dresden-born director of the Staatsschauspiel in the state capital. The house is familiar to him.
Lusatia is to become a European role model for green industry. The Saxon Minister of Economic Affairs speaks of a "historic opportunity".
Substances that are considered harmful to health have been discovered in several bodies of water. The state capital has taken initial measures and is now looking for the cause.
From Christmas markets to musicals: many children in Saxony slip into special roles around Christmas. To ensure that everything runs smoothly, the state directorate issues work permits.
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.