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Free State supports 150 art and cultural projects in Saxony
Many cultural projects need financial support, and one of the sponsors is the Free State of Bavaria. Now its cultural foundation must also draw on its own reserves for 2025.
Verdi trade union sees German culture threatened by AfD
The AfD's vocabulary is sometimes reminiscent of dark times in German history. Representatives of the party don't mince their words when it comes to culture either. One trade union sees a need for action.
Up to 100,000 people expected at the Capital of Culture celebrations
A spectacular event with a steam locomotive is to commemorate the city's long industrial history at the opening of the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz. Other details of the show are still under wraps.
Focus on cultural assets from former colonies
Many items from the colonial era can be found in German museum and university collections. They are now being examined. These include hunting trophies and mortal remains such as skulls.
Focus on cultural assets from former colonies
Many items from the colonial era can be found in German museum and university collections. They are now being examined. These include hunting trophies and mortal remains such as skulls.
Stage association sounds the alarm - theaters threatened with insolvency
Quite a few theaters and orchestras are looking to 2025 with concern. Many places lack money - some even fear insolvency.
Greens concerned about verbal hostility towards cultural institutions in Saxony
The Ministry of Culture reports "sometimes threatening letters from the audience" about a production at the Dresden State Theater. The art scene is also being targeted by extremists.
Exhibition shows Henry van de Velde and his networks
A Belgian in Chemnitz: on the way to the Capital of Culture year, a new exhibition highlights the work of designer Henry van de Velde. One of his complete works of art can be seen in the city.
Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra plans diverse summer concert series for 2025
In 2025, Chemnitz wants to inspire guests from near and far as the European Capital of Culture. Preparations are also well advanced at the five-division theater. What does it have up its sleeve?
Jury sees Chemnitz well prepared for the Capital of Culture year
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. The grand opening is planned in just under two months. Experts have now taken another critical look at the state of preparations.
Rents are also rising in the suburbs of Dresden and Leipzig
Sharp rent increases in Saxony are no longer limited to the metropolitan areas of Dresden and Leipzig. According to the Left Party, consideration must also be given to building social housing in the surrounding areas.
Chemnitz increases admission to art museums
Chemnitz is expecting many guests from near and far in the Capital of Culture year 2025. The art museums will also be presenting a top-class program. However, visitors will have to pay more admission.
The Left puts peace policy on the agenda in the Saxon state parliament
Three parliamentary groups in the Saxon state parliament have now rejected the planned stationing of US missiles in Germany. They are calling on the Saxon government to exert a corresponding influence on the federal government.
Dresden simplifies application procedure for housing construction
In growing cities like Dresden, apartments are becoming scarce. That is why the state capital now wants to step up the pace of housing construction.
Greens warn against a deadlock for cultural funding in Saxony
Saxony will still need a few months before a budget is passed. The reason for this is the pending formation of a government. There are therefore also concerns in cultural policy.
Eastern countries want more skilled workers from abroad
The shortage of skilled workers is affecting the eastern German states. The federal government should provide solutions. What are the heads of government from the east demanding?
Housing associations in Saxony call for more harmony in housing and energy policy
No tenant should be stunned by their operating costs, says the Association of Saxon Housing Cooperatives. Politicians must therefore consider the issues of housing and energy together.
Application phase for Saxon start-up prize underway
Next year, the Ministry of Economic Affairs will be awarding prizes to innovative start-ups for the 25th time. The application phase has now begun. Which prizes will be awarded?
Chemnitz 2025: Capital of Culture with a diverse program
In just under three months, the Capital of Culture year will officially open in Chemnitz. The final program has now been announced. What can visitors from Germany and abroad expect?
Knauf Insulation plans investment in climate-friendly production in Saxony
The first climate protection contracts were issued by Federal Environment Minister Habeck just over a week ago. Around 2.8 billion euros will go to 15 German companies - including Saxony.
Chemnitz plans major events and creative projects as Capital of Culture 2025
In 2025, Chemnitz and Nova Gorica in Slovenia will be the European Capital of Culture. Around two million visitors are expected. What will they be offered in Saxony?
Heads of government discuss asylum policy and broadcasting fee
The heads of government of the federal states are meeting in Leipzig to discuss migration policy and public broadcasting. What agreements will be reached?
Union-led federal states call for stricter measures in migration policy
At the Conference of Minister Presidents, the CDU/CSU-led states are insisting on a tighter migration policy. The debate is about how the country could better restrict irregular migration.
Wagenknecht calls for clear demarcation from CDU course in Ukraine policy
In Thuringia and Saxony, there is talk of possible coalitions between the CDU, SPD and Wagenknecht's party. The BSW leader adds to her peace policy demands.
Security package of the traffic light coalition rejected: Saxony criticizes inadequacy
The coalition government wanted to grant the security authorities more powers to compare biometric data. However, the Bundesrat stopped the law for the time being - Saxony did not want to support it either.
Artwork by Leunora Salihu adorns the former Hoheneck women's prison
Chemnitz will hold the title of European Capital of Culture in 2025. The event is already casting its shadow. One project is an art trail that will connect Chemnitz with 38 municipalities in the region.
East German construction industry association urges rapid formation of government in Saxony
Thoroughness before speed is Michael Kretschmer's motto for forming a government. The economy wants stable conditions quickly so that things can pick up again.
TU Chemnitz becomes scientific partner of the German Ski Association
Top-class sport is hardly conceivable today without science. The German Ski Association is now relying on the expertise of researchers from Chemnitz.
Light art enchants Chemnitz - a new view of architecture
A light art trail offers a new perspective on well-known buildings in Chemnitz and highlights places that otherwise receive little attention. Behind this is an architectural vision for the city.
Most innovative female founders 2024 from Mittweida and Leipzig
The Free State of Bavaria has been awarding prizes to successful female entrepreneurs since 2008. This makes business start-ups by women visible to the public and recognizes their commitment.
Festival transforms old coal-fired power station into art gallery
At the beginning of the year, the plug was pulled on the old combined heat and power plant in Chemnitz. Now it will have a completely new use in the Capital of Culture year 2025: as a temporary gallery for contemporary art.
Young sturgeons released into the Elbe for the first time in almost ten years
It was a major reintroduction project that was interrupted in 2014. Now it's starting again, because the sturgeon has an important effect on rivers.
European Peace Ride starts under adverse weather conditions
Athletes wanted to take the baton of the European Capital of Culture from Bad Ischl to Chemnitz by bike. But the start was canceled due to persistent rain. What about the other stages?
European Peace Ride 2024: Cyclists on tour for peace
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
New peace ride: Cycling connects cultural capitals
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
Saxony's IHKs see state elections as a warning shot
The business world keeps a very close eye on what is happening in politics. This is because their decisions have both positive and negative effects on companies.
Dulig: Cooperation with Korea very important for Germany
South Korea is a strategically important partner for Germany. Both countries regularly exchange ideas at a forum. It is now meeting in Dresden.
Foundation supports 327 art and cultural projects
The Small Projects Fund has been supporting cultural events in rural areas for several years. However, demand far exceeds the budget.
Left Party calls for investment offensive for East Germany
The Left has always had a special focus on East German issues. Now they are calling for a concentrated effort to harmonize living and working conditions in East and West.
Institute: Saxony's cities must significantly increase housing construction
Despite a growing need for housing, building permits are falling drastically in some Saxon cities. Without more new construction, Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz are threatened with considerable housing market bottlenecks.
AfD focuses on education policy in Saxony during election campaign
The AfD is only in second place in the polls in Saxony. The party leader is combative and is focusing on two issues in particular.
Historian Winkler warns against BSW foreign policy
A possible BSW participation in government at state level has nothing to do with foreign policy, you might think. Wrong, warns a prominent historian.
Environment Minister announces program for clean streams
Water is not only a key resource in times of climate change. Saxony has already spent a lot on water bodies. Nevertheless, many of them are still in a precarious state.
Saxony's Left Party calls for a fairer pension policy in the face of growing poverty in old age
Having worked all your life, your pension is still not enough for a carefree retirement. Many people in Saxony are confronted with this problem. The Left Party makes a proposal.
BSW wants to reform Saxony's Cultural Areas Act
A fixed amount of funding, but rising costs. This describes the basic problem with the Saxon Cultural Areas Act. It is generally highly praised. But the BSW sees things differently.
Criticism of Minister President Kretschmer: Ex-Landrat Neubauer comments on resignation
Following his resignation as District Administrator of Central Saxony, Dirk Neubauer criticizes Minister President Michael Kretschmer. He criticizes a lack of open discussion and criticizes migration policy.
Economy concerned: "AfD poll results are worrying"
It's the parliamentary summer break. After that, however, things could get busy in political Berlin. The reason is the state elections in the east. What business associations say.
Saxony's energy minister criticizes calls for e-fuels in normal cars
Saxony's Energy Minister Wolfram Günther considers calls for e-fuels in normal cars to be a "ghost debate" and "market economy nonsense".
Kretschmer welcomes von der Leyen's e-fuels initiative
After 2035, only cars without combustion engines may be newly registered in the EU. However, according to a proposal by the EU Commission President, there could be exceptions for e-fuels.
Dulig wants investment company for energy conversion
The energy transition is causing difficulties for municipal companies such as public utilities in particular, as they lack investors. Economics Minister Dulig has a proposal for this problem.
BSW proposes promotion scout for Saxon companies
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) wants to make funding programs more transparent.
Wissing: Openness to the world is the key to success for companies
Companies such as Elbe Flugzeugwerke in Dresden have an international workforce. There are therefore concerns that a policy of demarcation will have negative consequences.
Left: State must not stay out of the housing market
The right to adequate housing is a human right. For many people, however, housing is hardly affordable, for example in large cities. The Left Party is calling for a rethink.
Watering can heroes Dresden project for sustainable irrigation of trees found fertile ground
The campaign has already received more than 60 requests from interested parties to care for trees under heat stress and use rainwater.
Immediate program for the deportation of serious criminals demanded
The Saxon Interior Minister is calling for an immediate program by the federal government to deport serious criminals and dangerous individuals to Afghanistan and Syria.
Building permits in central Germany down significantly
The BFW warns of a dramatic decline in building permits in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia of more than 28 percent. The reasons are rising construction costs and economic uncertainties.
Cyclists build a bridge between two cultural capitals
The European Peace Ride has been celebrating sports culture since 2021. On the way to the Capital of Culture year 2025, the participants are now symbolically bringing the baton to Chemnitz.
IAT Director: Top ten finish for German Olympic team in Paris hardly achievable
IAT Director Marc-Oliver Löw sees little chance of a top ten finish for the German Olympic team in Paris and criticizes the current sports funding.
Saxony invests in battery production for the future
Saxony is gearing up for the production of the next generation of batteries.
Saxony sets course for battery industry in the state
The light metal lithium is particularly important for battery production. The company is now planning to build its own production facilities in Saxony - to make itself less dependent on the global market.
Federal government expands funding programs for coal regions
The federal government wants to expand the scope for state funding programs in coal-mining regions in order to accelerate structural change.
Roth promotes cultural passport at European level
The so-called Culture Pass is intended to encourage young people to take part in cultural activities. Minister of State for Culture Claudia Roth has been positive about the project so far. And is already planning to expand it.
Macron promotes a strong Europe in Dresden
In Dresden, French President Emmanuel Macron campaigned for a strong and sovereign Europe as a guarantor of peace, prosperity and democracy.
BUND sees environmental protection jeopardized by the rise of populists
The environmental association BUND has warned of serious consequences for climate and nature conservation due to the rise of populist parties. Europe is at a crossroads with the elections on June 9. "Democracy, the existence of the EU and the possibility of effective environmental protection would b ..
Transport ministers from all over the world meet in Leipzig
Times of crisis require special measures: Transport ministers from all over the world meet in Leipzig to discuss climate neutrality, road safety and artificial intelligence.
Joyce and Bräunig: Theater plans for Capital of Culture
As European Capital of Culture in 2025, Chemnitz also wants to score points with international guests. The city's five-division theater is preparing for this. What projects can visitors look forward to?
Chemnitz Theater prepared for the Capital of Culture year 2025
Despite financial challenges, Chemnitz Theatre believes it is well prepared for the Capital of Culture year 2025. However, the situation surrounding the refurbishment of the Schauspielhaus is causing particular concern.
Millions in funding for new innovation clusters
Saxony plans to provide millions in funding to further innovation alliances between industry and science. Up to three projects will be supported over a period of up to ten years, the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Monday. Up to five million euros are available for each project. Innovative ..
More and more members in energy cooperatives since the war
More and more people want to actively participate in the energy transition. The number of energy cooperatives is increasing across Germany. But some challenges remain.
Saxony's Economics Minister travels to Italy with a delegation to strengthen economic relations
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) is traveling to Italy with a delegation to expand economic relations.
Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz becomes the center of the European Capital of Culture 2025
The Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz is being renovated for 10.5 million euros and will serve as a visitor center and headquarters for Kulturhauptstadt GmbH.
Opening of the visitor center in Chemnitz in preparation for the European Capital of Culture 2025
Former factory building to be converted into a visitor center for the European Capital of Culture 2025
Criticism of G7 decision to phase out coal: Minister Presidents of Saxony and Brandenburg express outrage
The Minister Presidents of Saxony and Brandenburg, Michael Kretschmer and Dietmar Woitke, sharply criticize the G7's decision to phase out coal and emphasize the importance of the regions.
Saxony's energy minister criticizes federal government for lack of support for the solar industry
Saxony's Energy and Environment Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) criticizes the federal government for its lack of support for the domestic solar industry.
Coalition squanders opportunity for German solar industry
The German Solar Industry Association has reacted with disappointment to what it sees as a lack of "industrial policy impetus" in the planned solar package from the coalition government. In a statement issued by the association for a hearing in the Bundestag Committee on Climate Protection and Energ ..
Support for trees in times of climate change: New watering can hero project in Dresden
In Dresden, 'filling stations' are set up for trees to save them from drying out. Citizens can use rainwater.
Saxon Female Founder Award 2024 - start of applications for female founders and entrepreneurs
From May 16, female founders and entrepreneurs can apply for the Saxon Female Founder Award, which is awarded by the Saxon State Ministry of Justice and for Democracy, Europe and Equality.
Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht criticizes the Left for abolishing school grades
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) criticizes the Left Party in Bavaria for its decision on education policy and the abolition of school grades.
EU funding strengthens Saxony's economy according to Economics Minister Dulig
Economics Minister Dulig emphasizes the positive effects of EU structural funds on Saxony's companies and jobs.
Federal Chancellor visits Dresden craft business
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) is coming to Dresden again. On April 19, he will visit Holzbau Lepski GmbH in Dresden at the invitation of the Dresden Chamber of Crafts, the chamber announced on Friday. The family business, which was founded in 2006, is managed by master carpenter Ralf Lepski a ..
Saxon Cultural Senate calls for more support for art and culture ahead of state elections
The Saxon Cultural Senate is calling for more support for art and culture, especially in rural regions and ahead of the state elections.
Structural change millions for projects in the Lusatian mining area
As part of the coal phase-out, the federal government is making money available to help the affected mining areas with structural change.
Cultural Senate calls for a clear commitment to culture
Five months before the state elections on 1 September, the Saxon Cultural Senate has called for more support for art and culture, especially beyond urban centers. According to a position paper published in Dresden on Monday, these are "essential components of a democratic society" and also create "s ..
Cultural Senate calls for a clear commitment to culture
Five months before the state elections on 1 September, the Saxon Cultural Senate has called for more support for art and culture, especially beyond urban centers. According to a position paper published in Dresden on Monday, these are "essential components of a democratic society" and also create "s ..
Solar power plant to keep Meyer Burger in Freiberg
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger had announced the end of its plant in Freiberg. Now a huge solar power plant is set to save the day.
Saxon gaming industry present at trade fairs
Presentations at Caggtus, Gamescom and Gitex are intended to network Saxony's gaming industry internationally and showcase its innovative potential.
Saxon gaming industry presents itself at trade fairs in Germany and abroad
Appearances at trade fairs are intended to network the Saxon gaming industry and create internationality
The Left Party demands system change in social housing construction in Saxony
The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament is calling for a change in the social housing construction system away from bureaucratic application procedures and towards non-profit housing.
BUND calls for restructuring of agriculture in Saxony
Fewer farm animals are good for the environment. This is at least true for pigs and cattle. Environmentalists are therefore pushing for a reduction in livestock numbers.
Ministry of Economic Affairs: Closure of solar plant depressing
The Federal Ministry of Economics has expressed its disappointment at the closure of solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger's plant in Saxony. "The news from Freiberg is depressing," explained Parliamentary State Secretary Michael Kellner on Tuesday. He added that they were aware of the very serious ..
Saxon Union presents economic strategy for 2035
CDU Saxony presents ten points to strengthen the economy and make the location fit for the future
Great need for more social housing in Dresden
The number of social housing units in Saxony rose by 452 to just under 13,000 last year. However, the demand is far higher. In a survey, local authorities reported a need for a good 11,000 additional social housing units. At 10,000, the shortage is by far the greatest in Dresden, according to the Mi ..
Saxony wants to save raw materials: Promoting the circular economy
Saxony wants to support the transition to a resource-conserving circular economy with a funding program. Around 89 million euros from EU and state funds have been earmarked for this up to and including 2027, announced Environment Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) on Tuesday after the cabinet meeting ..
Climate activists demonstrate with "disobedient assemblies"
The Last Generation group wants to fight climate collapse with a new form of protest. Superglue will not be used in Leipzig.
Promotion of winter sports in Saxony's schools and kindergartens
Winter sports are to be promoted more strongly in Saxony's schools and kindergartens in future in order to improve children's motor skills.
Report: Saxony's SMEs are the backbone of the economy
Saxony's SMEs remain the backbone of the Saxon economy, according to the state government. According to the SME report published in Grimma on Wednesday, more than 131,600 companies subject to VAT were registered in Saxony in 2021, almost all of which are SMEs. The proportion of small and medium-size ..
Kretschmer invites you to a winter sports summit: taking stock of the season
Saxony's head of government Michael Kretschmer (CDU) is hosting a "winter sports summit" at his official residence on Wednesday. Representatives of Saxony's sports associations and clubs as well as the district councils and mayors of the winter sports regions are to attend, as announced by the state ..
East German photography promoted at the Venice Biennale for the 2025 Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz
East German photography is being used to promote the 2025 Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz to the international art public at the Venice Biennale.
Saxony's chambers of industry and commerce warn of a collapse in the freight forwarding industry
The Saxon Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and the Saxon Transport Industry Association (LSN) have warned the Federal Minister of Transport, Volker Wissing (FDP), of a collapse in the freight forwarding industry. In a joint letter to the transport minister on Thursday, they stated that the tr ..