Thüringer HC celebrates away win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team did not shine in Oldenburg, but ultimately prevailed in commanding fashion - although the top scorer remained pale for a long time.
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MBC Syntainics gains self-confidence
The Weißenfels basketball team defeated Vechta, who are currently fourth in the table, and have gained a tailwind ahead of the upcoming final four clash against Bayern Munich.
Leipzig handball players lose narrowly in Hanover
The Saxon Bundesliga team struggled to get going after the six-week World Cup break. However, they put up a great fight against the favorites. A draw is 75 seconds away.
Chemnitz concedes third home defeat
After a good start, the Saxons lost their way in the first quarter. In the end, the home side came away empty-handed, partly due to its weak defense.
IG Metall criticizes plant closures at Contitech
Continental spar Contitech wants to close five plants in four federal states. IG Metall is appalled and is making clear demands.
Plant closures planned at Contitech
The automotive industry is in crisis. This is also making itself felt at supplier Continental and its plastics technology division Contitech. Hundreds of jobs are now on the line.
Erzgebirge Aue goalless against Osnabrück
Aue coach Jens Härtel's home debut also remained winless. The Saxons at least salvaged a point against Osnabrück.
Chemnitz' winning streak snaps in Vechta
The Niners suffer a setback in their battle to reach the play-offs. Only 33 percent of the visitors' shots landed in the opposing basket. They also conceded 18 turnovers.
Magdeburg tops the table despite draw
1. FC Magdeburg remains an enigma at home. The team from the Elbe city also missed out on their first home win of the season against Eintracht Braunschweig, but still jumped to first place.
Jakob sees yellow-red: Aue lose on Härtel's debut
In the first competitive match under the new coach, things initially go well for Erzgebirge Aue. But then the Saxons lose the thread.
Long military convoys on their way to the Czech Republic
Many British military vehicles will be on the road in several federal states over the next few days. The convoys are up to one kilometer long. What drivers should look out for.
Deal about to be finalized: RB new signing Baku not a starting eleven candidate
Ridle Baku will move from Wolfsburg to Leipzig. When the Bundesliga resumes on Sunday, however, the new signing will take a seat on the bench for the time being.
Report: VW plant in Zwickau fears for Audi production
The VW plant in Zwickau has already had to hand over four models following the wage compromise. Now the plant also has to worry about the last model.
Leipzig's Eduardo is loaned to Emmen
RB Leipzig have not yet made any major announcements regarding personnel. Only one loan has been changed. Meanwhile, head of sport Schäfer continues to work on two important winter transfers.
Report: Wolfsburg's Baku wants to join RB - sticking point transfer fee
RB Leipzig's Benjamin Henrichs is out injured until the end of the season. A replacement is supposed to come from Wolfsburg, but there are problems with the transfer.
Sachsen Zwickau also loses third game after European Championship break
BSV Sachsen's false start after the European Championship break is perfect. Once again, there is not enough power in the final minutes.
SC DHfK Leipzig loses at the end of the year
In the last Bundesliga match before the World Cup, the Leipzig handball team demanded everything from TSV Hannover-Burgdorf, but were unable to reward themselves for a courageous performance.
Zwickau remains winless away from home
The team from Saxony missed out on a possible first away point of the season despite the strong goalkeeping performance of Barbara Viktoria Gyori.
What VW and IG Metall have agreed on
Job cuts yes, plant closures no: Volkswagen and the IG Metall trade union spent more than 70 hours arguing about the car manufacturer's cost-cutting measures. In the end, at least a compromise has been reached.
IG Metall wants to inform about the status of the VW collective bargaining round
VW and IG Metall have been negotiating an agreement in the wage dispute since Monday. Now there is to be a press conference.
VW negotiations: No agreement even after more than 60 hours
Volkswagen and IG Metall have been struggling to reach an agreement in the wage dispute since Monday. Will they succeed before Christmas?
VW collective bargaining talks continue - another night session
Volkswagen and IG Metall have been struggling to reach an agreement in the wage dispute since Monday. Will an agreement now be reached after a second night round?
VW collective bargaining negotiations continue
Volkswagen and IG Metall have been struggling to reach an agreement in the wage dispute since Monday. Both sides are still aiming to find a compromise before Christmas.
VW collective bargaining negotiations continue
Volkswagen and IG Metall have been struggling to reach an agreement in the wage dispute since Monday. Both sides are still aiming to find a compromise before Christmas.
VW collective bargaining round: second day of negotiations started
In a marathon session, VW and IG Metall are trying to find a solution to the wage dispute. After an overnight break, the talks are now entering their second day.
VW collective bargaining round: First day of negotiations ends after 13 hours
VW and IG Metall attempt to defuse their wage dispute with a marathon meeting. After 13 hours, the representatives take a break. The meeting continues in the morning.
VW on collective bargaining round: "Don't let any more time pass"
The positions in the wage dispute at VW are still far apart. Now both sides are making one last attempt to reach an agreement before Christmas. VW is pushing the pace.
The eternal duel: RB Leipzig against Wolfsburg again
The duel has taken place six times in the DFB Cup so far. Now it will be the seventh meeting in the quarter-finals in February.
VW collective agreement: IG Metall urges agreement before Christmas
The wage dispute at VW is entering what could be the decisive round. Both sides will meet in Hanover on Monday. IG Metall will then push for an agreement.
Volkswagen ahead of new warning strike for wage round on Monday
IG Metall is increasing the pressure in the wage dispute at VW: just in time for the fourth round of collective bargaining, it is calling for a nationwide warning strike. The fronts remain hardened.
"Hardly hit": Schäfer struggles with Wolfsburg separation
Marcel Schäfer was the face of VfL Wolfsburg for 17 years. On Saturday, he will face his long-time club RB Leipzig. The separation seven months ago was a hard blow for him.
Magdeburg's crisis continues: 27:28 in Hanover
SCM got off to a very poor start at Hannover-Burgdorf, then pulled four goals ahead before the hosts turned the game around in the final minute.
Chemnitz series snapped - defeat in Braunschweig
After five wins in a row, Chemnitz loses again. The Saxons failed primarily due to their weak three-point percentage.
Chemnitz remains on course for success in the Bundesliga
DeAndre Lansdowne, who scored an outstanding 28 points, led the Saxons to their fifth win in a row. The better shooting percentage and superiority in rebounding were the keys to success
Daferner outstanding for Dynamo Dresden: 3:0 in Osnabrück
Five minutes before the break are enough for Dynamo Dresden to record their seventh win of the season. Thanks to one striker in particular, the winners moved into the top flight.
VW locations in danger? The ten plants at a glance
Europe's largest car manufacturer VW is facing the threat of plant closures. At least three of the ten factories are said to be on the hit list. An inventory.
Thüringer HC wins narrowly against Buxtehuder SV
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team's performance at Buxtehuder SV was not convincing. Thanks to a strong final phase, however, the favorites secured an away win.
First home defeat for Magdeburg: 0:3 against Hannover 96
Magdeburg's home curse continues. The FCM lost a home game against Hannover 96 for the first time after individual mistakes and are now without a win in five home games in a row.
Dusel victory: Dynamo Dresden win against Hannover 96 II
Dynamo Dresden pick up three points again after four games without a win in a row. The Saxons turn the game around with a last-minute goal.
Dusel victory: Dynamo Dresden win against Hannover 96 II
Dynamo Dresden pick up three points again after four games without a win in a row. The Saxons turn the game around with a last-minute goal.
Federal Ministry of the Interior: 1,000 people turned back at border controls
Border controls are not actually planned in the Schengen area. However, irregular migration and security risks leave no other choice, says the Minister of the Interior. Now there are new figures.
Company Gartenfrisch Jung recalls herb salad
Following the detection of STEC bacteria, a company from Baden-Württemberg wants to be on the safe side. It is recalling some of its products.
VW General Works Council plans information events at plants
The VW General Works Council wants to react to the "inadequate information policy" of the Board of Management. It is high time to make the car manufacturer fit for the future.
Four federal states call on VW to retain all sites
Plant closures and redundancies are under discussion at VW. The economics ministers of the four states with VW sites have now developed a joint position on this.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate first win of the season against Rasta Vechta
The Niners dominated Vechta from the very first minute and only faltered slightly at the start of the second quarter. Chemnitz does not get into trouble thanks to its strong defense.
ThSV Eisenach loses at TSV Hannover-Burgdorf
Despite a committed fight, ThSV Eisenach suffers its fourth defeat in its fifth league game. An important player is shown a red card.
RB Leipzig clearly defeated by VfL Wolfsburg
After winning two games recently, the Leipzig team failed to pick up any points in Wolfsburg. In the end, it was even bitter against the former series champions.
Recall of "Gut&Günstig Delikatess Geflügel-Fleischwurst" due to safety concerns
Consumption is not recommended: The manufacturer is recalling a poultry sausage that was mainly sold at Edeka and Marktkauf.
Chemist swims over 1000 kilometers across the Elbe for water protection
A sporty scientist campaigns for water protection. Andreas Fath swims more than 1000 kilometers across the Elbe. It is not his first experiment of this kind.
Volkswagen postpones start of production of the Trinity electric car
Trinity was regarded as the flagship project of former VW boss Diess, but the e-car is a long time coming. The model of the future still needs a few more years.
Delays at Volkswagen: start of production of the Trinity electric car postponed
Trinity was regarded as the flagship project of former VW boss Diess, but the e-car is a long time coming. The model of the future still needs a few more years.
Aue also wins against Osnabrück
Two games, two wins: Aue also win their first away game of the season.
FC Erzgebirge Aue wins first game of the season against Hannover 96 II
Erzgebirge Aue win their third league opener at the Erzgebirgsstadion. The fans show their displeasure before the game.
Ontras invests in hydrogen core network in Central Germany
The transmission system operator Ontras is involved in the future hydrogen core network in Central Germany with an investment volume in the mid three-digit million range.
Anja Reumschüssel receives the "Buxtehuder Bulle" youth literature prize
The author Anja Reumschüssel is awarded the "Buxtehuder Bulle" youth literature prize for her book "Über den Dächern von Jerusalem".
Dynamo Dresden sign Jan-Hendrik Marx from second division club Eintracht Braunschweig
The 29-year-old defender joins SGD to strengthen the defense
SV Union Halle-Neustadt relegated from Bundesliga after four years
The SV Union Halle-Neustadt women's handball team have been relegated from the Bundesliga after four years.
Union Halle-Neustadt relegated to the second Bundesliga
Halle goes down 24:37 in its last home game against Oldenburg. After four years in the Bundesliga, SV Union is relegated.
Basketball: Niners Chemnitz reach semi-finals
European Cup winners Chemnitz have reached the semi-finals of the BBL. Coach Rodrigo Pastore's charges now face Alba Berlin.
Chemnitz wins 84:76 in Vechta
The Niners are on the verge of reaching the semi-finals. The Saxons are just one win away.
Chemnitz loses 87:96 against Vechta
The Niners Chemnitz lose in the quarter-final play-off against Vechta. In the third game of the series, the Fiba Europe Cup winners need a better percentage from the three-point line again.
Niners Chemnitz make a successful start to the playoffs
The Europe Cup winners Chemnitz defeated Rasta Vechta 83:77 in their first quarter-final duel, with the Saxons laying the foundation for their success in the first 30 minutes.
Olympic bronze medalist Scheder ends career
She won Olympic bronze in Rio de Janeiro and was one of Germany's top gymnasts. Sophie Scheder ends her career at the age of 27. Her body was no longer playing ball.
MBC Syntainics lose last game of the season in Vechta by 69:98
The Weißenfels basketball team let a potential win slip from their grasp in the first half. Despite the defeat, the Central Germans finish the season in 13th place
Zwickau loses 32:34 to Buxtehude after a great fight
BSV Sachsen Zwickau suffered a setback in the battle to stay in the league. The team squandered its chance of victory shortly after the restart due to a weak spell.
MBC Syntainics wins 92:88 away game in Göttingen
With their eleventh win of the season, the Weißenfels basketball team will end up in 13th place in the final standings. Top scorer Johnathan Stove converted two free throws shortly before the end to make the final score.
Chemnitz celebrates unchallenged 82:68 win against Braunschweig
With their 25th win of the season, the Niners Chemnitz can no longer be displaced from one of the top four places and have secured home court for the playoff quarter-finals.
Niners Chemnitz lose third game in a row against Rasta Vechta
Niners Chemnitz lose clearly against Rasta Vechta. Defeat sealed by ball losses.
Rose's suspension clouds Leipzig's victory against Wolfsburg
RB coach Rose is relaxed for 90 minutes and sees a convincing 3:0 - but in stoppage time a situation involving Xavi Simmons drives him up the wall.
Rose does not want to comment on Schäfer's future
Marco Rose does not want to say anything about Marcel Schäfer's possible future at RB Leipzig. However, the coach is full of praise for the man and his work.
Ralph Hasenhüttl takes a professional approach to saying goodbye to Marcel Schäfer
VfL Wolfsburg coach Ralph Hasenhüttl reacts professionally to the surprising departure of sporting director Marcel Schäfer and emphasizes his loyalty.
Transfer to Leipzig? Wolfsburg parts ways with head of sport
Marcel Schäfer spent more than 15 years at VfL Wolfsburg - first as a player, then as sports director and managing director. Now the surprising separation. Is another club behind this?
MBC Syntainics miss out on important points against EWE Baskets Oldenburg
The MBC Syntainics basketball team loses to EWE Baskets Oldenburg and has to worry about staying in the league.
VC Bitterfeld-Wolfen clearly defeated by Grizzlys Giesen
The volleyball players of VC Bitterfeld-Wolfen clearly lost their first game in the play-off quarter-finals against MVP Helios Grizzlys Giesen. The team from Saxony-Anhalt lost in three sets (18:25, 14:25, 15:25) after 67 minutes against the runners-up in the main round on Saturday. Michiel Ahyi, wh ..
Further warning strikes by aviation security staff in Germany
Aviation security staff on strike at airports in Germany, thousands of passengers affected, Verdi increases pressure on employers
WG Wolf presents criteria for shooting "problem wolves"
The wolf is strictly protected in Germany. It has only been native again for a good 30 years, but is spreading rapidly. Livestock farmers are concerned about this, as sheep and goats are also prey.
Price increase for Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for trips on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will rise on March 1, including for the Harzquerbahn and Selketalbahn.
Electromobility: VW works council head wants support
VW Works Council Chairwoman Daniela Cavallo is calling on the German government to provide more support for the ramp-up of electromobility. "Politicians must also support this, not just set targets that are right," said Cavallo at the dpa editorial conference in Berlin on Monday. Otherwise, the goal ..
Price increase for the Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for travel on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will increase on March 1. Reasons and details of the fare adjustment.
Two-match ban for Braunschweig defender Kurucay
The DFB sports court punishes Braunschweig's Kurucay with a two-match ban. This means he will miss an important match against a rival in the relegation battle.
Concern about the high number of amphibians and reptiles at the conservation center
Worrying number of amphibians and reptiles at Nabu's species conservation center in Leiferde.
Tourism industry in Lower Saxony continues to recover from the effects of coronavirus
The number of guests in Lower Saxony rose by around ten percent to more than 15 million in 2023, but the pre-corona year 2019 has not yet been reached.
Extremely strong gale-force winds expected in the Oberharz
Gale-force winds announced by the German Weather Service in the Upper Harz have not yet had any impact, but there is a risk of extreme gale-force winds until Friday night.
Serious injuries in rear-end collision on highway 7
A car driver suffered serious injuries in a rear-end collision on highway 7 after she rear-ended a broken-down articulated truck.
Gale-force winds in the Upper Harz: warning level four announced
Gale-force winds announced by the DWD in the Upper Harz have not yet had any impact. Warning level four announced for extreme gale-force winds.
Inland waterway vessel leaked: water ingress in engine room
A water ingress on a barge in the port of Brake in the district of Wesermarsch has triggered a major operation by the fire department and water police. On Thursday afternoon, the skipper noticed that his ship was deeper in the water than expected, according to the water police. The water in the engi ..
Kovac on Tuchel: "Knows exactly how Thomas feels"
Niko Kovac also had to leave prematurely as coach of Bayern Munich. The VfL Wolfsburg coach can therefore easily empathize with his successor Thomas Tuchel.
A27 closure becomes a waiting game
The highway 27 north of Bremen is closed for the time being because the road is in danger of subsiding. This also has consequences for heavy goods vehicles transporting components for wind turbines, for example.
Animal rights activist honored for torture breeding database
Berlin's former animal welfare officer Diana Plange has been awarded the Lower Saxony Animal Welfare Prize. In 2021, the veterinarian had founded a database on so-called torture breeding. This refers to animals in which body parts or organs are missing, unfit or deformed due to breeding. The QUEN da ..
Car driver hits oncoming traffic: motorcyclist dies
A car and motorcycle collide on a district road. The 36-year-old motorcyclist does not survive. Criminal proceedings are underway against the car driver.
Lynx hit by car in the district of Northeim
A lynx was hit by a car in the district of Northeim and had to be euthanized.
Climate change threatens the ecosystem in the Wadden Sea Unesco World Heritage Site
The consequences of climate change on land and at sea are increasingly changing the ecosystem in the Wadden Sea. New study shows unprecedented changes.
Weil: Suffering of the people in Ukraine "indescribable"
Ahead of the second anniversary of the Russian attack on Ukraine, Lower Saxony's Minister President Stephan Weil recalled the suffering of the people in the country. "February 24, 2022 marked a turning point in Europe," the SPD politician said on Friday. "It is depressing to see that this war, which ..
Parliamentarians with disabilities meet in Hanover
Parliamentarians from various levels come together in Hanover to strengthen the political participation and inclusion of people with disabilities.
Knee operation on Wolfsburg international Lattwein
First the non-nomination for the national team, now a knee operation. This is not VfL Wolfsburg footballer Lena Lattwein's month.
Baroque concerts in the Herrenhausen Gardens attract over 8000 visitors
19 baroque concerts in Herrenhausen Gardens attract over 8000 guests, focus on choral music
Tourism wants better rail connections and less bureaucracy
People who want to travel to their vacation destination in the most environmentally friendly way possible like to take the train. But this is still difficult in many small towns in northern Germany - the industry is calling for improvements.
Kovac on Tuchel: "Knows exactly how Thomas feels"
Niko Kovac also had to leave prematurely as coach of Bayern Munich. The VfL Wolfsburg coach can therefore easily empathize with his successor Thomas Tuchel.
Animal rights activist honored for torture breeding database
Berlin's former animal welfare officer Diana Plange has been awarded the Lower Saxony Animal Welfare Prize. In 2021, the veterinarian had founded a database on so-called torture breeding. This refers to animals in which body parts or organs are missing, unfit or deformed due to breeding. The QUEN da ..
Five facts about Hertha BSC's game at Braunschweig
Many professionals are back, as is success. Hertha now want to make the next leap in the table at relegation candidates Braunschweig. But the Lower Saxons are in a good mood.