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In the GDR, Russian lessons were a compulsory subject for all pupils from year 5 onwards. Those days are long gone. Interest in learning the language has waned considerably.

When AI Feels Sad: Researchers Simulate Emotions

AI programs like ChatGPT can simulate anxiety, sadness, and stress and respond to breathing exercises. Researchers at TU Dresden are demonstrating how large language models could serve as a new tool in psychology. | more

"Zwei Hünde!" - Why children have to learn the plural first

Why do toddlers say "Hünde" instead of "Hunde"? Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Leipzig have discovered that the maturity of certain nerve fibers in the brain determines when children can use plural rules with confidence. | more

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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

These are the most popular baby names in Saxony

Mia and Emil were the most popular first names in Saxony in 2024. Has anything changed in the past year? | more

More than just learning vocabulary - language courses become an experience

Whether it's a cooking studio, knitting, a museum or a midsummer celebration: anyone who learns languages in Saxony immerses themselves in new worlds and can make new friends. What makes the courses at the adult education center successful. | more

Cabinet wants to improve funding for literacy

Less bureaucracy and less risk for project sponsors. The state government wants to improve the conditions for literacy projects for children, young people and adults. | more

Samsung TVs ab 379 €: Große WM-Rabattaktion bei MEDIMAX Meißen

Die ersten WM-Spiele sind gelaufen – und viele Fans merken jetzt, dass ihr Fernseher zu klein ist oder der Ton nicht überzeugt. Bei MEDIMAX Meißen gibt es Samsung TVs deshalb bereits ab 379 Euro. | more

Saxony and Brandenburg for the protection of minority languages

Place names and idioms as trademarks? Saxony and Brandenburg are campaigning for the free use of minority languages - and against exploitation by international corporations. | more

Barriers on stage: Leipzig study reveals challenges for deaf people in theatre

Deaf people still face many barriers in theatre – even when a sign language interpreter is present. Researchers at Leipzig University have investigated what really needs to change to make culture accessible to all. | more

55, 65 oder 75 Zoll? Die meisten Käufer sind unsicher.

Die Fußball-WM läuft bereits – und viele Fans stellen fest, dass ihr Fernseher kleiner wirkt als gedacht. Doch welche Bildschirmgröße passt wirklich ins Wohnzimmer: 55, 65 oder 75 Zoll? | more

Brandenburg and Saxony continue to strengthen Sorbian culture

The two countries want to continue to work together to promote the Sorbian language and traditions. The state representative from Potsdam sees exemplary cooperation. | more

Actress Laura Lippmann stands up for the deaf

Many people know her from "GZSZ": In "SOKO Wismar", Laura Lippmann plays a murder suspect. As a private person, she wants to make society fairer. The star from Halle translates sign language. | more

Palais Sommer: Abendprogramm zum Jubiläum am Neumarkt

Tango unter freiem Himmel, Klaviernächte vor der Frauenkirche, Bibelgeschichten um 21.45 Uhr: Der fünfte Palais Sommer am Neumarkt macht die Dresdner Altstadt fünf Wochen lang zur abendlichen Bühne – bei freiem Eintritt. | more

Saxon dialect: the mockery is slowly subsiding

The Saxons don't exactly have it easy with their dialect. They are often ridiculed for it. But now they want to make a virtue out of necessity. Young people are also speaking more often in Saxon again. | more

Dialect festival "Gogelmosch" celebrates Saxon dialect

Saxon on the big stage: cabaret, comedy and satire meet dialect stars - what the "Gogelmosch" festival wants to achieve with identity and community. | 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

Survey: Sorbs have closer ties to Lusatia

The Sorbian population feels more closely connected to Lusatia than the average, a study shows. Another result: Sorbian language and culture are part of the regional identity. | more

Special gender symbols remain banned in Saxony's schools

In Saxony's schools, gendering with special characters is not permitted and is considered a mistake. This will not change with the new Minister of Education Clemens. | more

Warum Unternehmer selten offen sprechen – und wie ein vertrauter Kreis genau das verändert

Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer in Sachsen stehen oft allein da, wenn es um die wirklich schwierigen Fragen geht. Entscheidungen, die niemand im Team mittragen kann. Zweifel, die man ungern im eigenen Netzwerk ausspricht. Und Momente, in denen man merkt: Austausch auf Augenhöhe ist selten – und doch entscheidend für gute Führung. | more

These are the most popular baby names in Saxony

In 2023, Hanna and Emil were the most popular first names in Saxony. Are the two names back at the top of the rankings? | more

Welcome to school" information brochure in ten languages

A new brochure in ten languages helps parents of migrant children to enter the German school system and provides important information. | 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

Saxon is not dying out - it is changing

Many swansongs have been sung for dialects such as Saxon. Wrongly so, says one linguist. Dialects are not dying out. They are just changing. | more

Mia and Matteo the most popular baby names in Saxony in 2024

"What should our child be called?" - One of the most important questions for expectant parents before the birth. In Bavaria, other first names top the list of the most popular baby names this year. | 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

Sorbs expect clear commitment from new government

During the formation of a government, the potential coalition partners repeatedly receive demands from associations. The Sorbs also expect support on their own behalf. | more

KSS criticizes Ministry of Science for gender ban at universities

No special characters should be used inside words in official university documents. According to the Ministry of Science, the language should be understandable. The KSS protests. | more

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Image campaign shows: Acceptance of Sorbian on the rise

Acceptance of the Sorbian language is growing. This is shown by a new evaluation of the Saxon image campaign "Sorbian? Of course". | more

Gender ban in schools: DGB negative prize for minister

Saxony's schools are restrictive when it comes to gendering. This has now earned Minister of Education Piwarz a negative award from the DGB. He counters: "Gender signs are not suitable for everyday use." | more

Samsung TVs ab 379 €: Große WM-Rabattaktion bei MEDIMAX Meißen

Die ersten WM-Spiele sind gelaufen – und viele Fans merken jetzt, dass ihr Fernseher zu klein ist oder der Ton nicht überzeugt. Bei MEDIMAX Meißen gibt es Samsung TVs deshalb bereits ab 379 Euro. | more

State Medical Association conducts specialist language examinations for foreign doctors in Saxony

There is a shortage of doctors in Saxony. Foreign doctors are only allowed to practise if they are proficient in German - for clear communication with patients and colleagues. | more

The bunny school in Erzgebirge dialect delights young and old alike

The book "The Bunny School" was published 100 years ago and has since sold more than 2.5 million copies. Its roots lie in Saxony. Now the story is told in Erzgebirge dialect. | more

55, 65 oder 75 Zoll? Die meisten Käufer sind unsicher.

Die Fußball-WM läuft bereits – und viele Fans stellen fest, dass ihr Fernseher kleiner wirkt als gedacht. Doch welche Bildschirmgröße passt wirklich ins Wohnzimmer: 55, 65 oder 75 Zoll? | more

Dialect campaign: Saxony wants to celebrate its dialects

The Saxons are often ridiculed for their dialect. But now the Free State wants to make a virtue of necessity and let its various dialects have their say in a campaign. | more

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