Dresden volleyball players back on the road to success
After the early elimination in the European Cup, the Dresden volleyball players show a strong reaction. They put in their best performance to date in the top match against Potsdam.
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Provenance research in East German museums: expropriated exhibits from the GDR era
Exhibits that originate from Nazi-looted art or were captured during colonialism: The origin of exhibits is increasingly becoming the focus of attention. Researchers are also investigating the past of the East.
More than 53,000 unauthorized entries registered
Border controls are not actually planned in the Schengen area. However, the German Interior Minister has ordered them for a number of reasons. Now there are figures for the first nine months of the year.
Researchers: BSW unlikely to co-govern in three countries
The BSW is involved in talks about a possible coalition in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia, and in some cases the talks have stalled. Political researcher Thomeczek assesses whether it could work in all cases.
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.
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Wagenknecht sees chances for government participation after talks with CDU
Sahra Wagenknecht is open to cooperation between the BSW and the CDU in Thuringia and Saxony. However, she is sharply critical of the federal chairman.
Bicycle breakdowns: New ADAC service well used in the East
For two years now, cyclists have been able to call the ADAC in the event of a breakdown. Whether it's a flat tire or a broken chain, the service is well used, according to the auto club.
Construction industry situation in eastern Germany remains tense
Fewer orders, lower turnover: There are still no signs of an upturn in the East German construction industry in Berlin, Saxony, Brandenburg and Saxony-Anhalt.
Brandenburg's Minister President Woidke warns of political instability in East Germany
With the three state elections in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg, Minister President Woidke sees stability in danger. From the SPD politician's point of view, everything is at stake.
Construction industry association open to 3D printing in house building
The mood in residential construction is in the doldrums. The industry sees a reduction in standards as an important signal. The Construction Industry Association East is still cautious when it comes to building houses with 3D printers.
Construction industry association open to 3D printing in house building
The mood in residential construction is in the doldrums. The industry sees a reduction in standards as an important signal. The Construction Industry Association East is still cautious when it comes to building houses with 3D printers.
Elsässer demands compensation for damage caused by prohibition order
Following a court ruling, the far-right "Compact" magazine may be published again. The publisher also wants to make politicians liable for recourse.
Fewer unauthorized entries in the first half of the year
Since October, the federal police have stepped up checks at the borders with Poland, the Czech Republic and Switzerland. Nationwide figures are now available on people entering the country without authorization in the first half of the year.
Coal phase-out: unequal distribution of funds
Structural change in Lusatia will cost billions of euros. Brandenburg and Saxony will receive different amounts in a first tranche to the mining company Leag.
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.
Interior ministers discuss more protection for elected officials
The federal and state interior ministers are discussing more protection for political activists following violent attacks on politicians. Saxony is planning a Bundesrat initiative to toughen penalties.
Conference of Interior Ministers discusses protection for campaigners after attacks
Brandenburg's Interior Minister Michael Stübgen (CDU) expects concrete results from the consultations on the consequences of attacks on election campaigners.
Coalition factions back festival director
The coalition factions in the Brandenburg state parliament have backed the Lausitz Festival and its director Daniel Kühnel. A motion by the Left Party parliamentary group to restart the transnational multi-genre festival and retender the artistic director was rejected by a majority on Thursday.This ..
Reopening of the hotel at Cecilienhof Palace in Potsdam planned
After around three years of renovation, hotel guests will once again be able to spend the night at Cecilienhof Palace in Potsdam.
More Brandenburgers with flu and RSV than in the previous year
More people have been infected with influenza and RS viruses in Brandenburg this year than in the same period last year. This is shown in the state's infection report.
Brandenburg state parliament debates democracy and party system
The Brandenburg state parliament discusses the importance of democracy and the multi-party system. Broad majority promotes democratic principles.
Brandenburg's integration commissioner pays tribute to Ukrainian organizations for war refugees
Brandenburg's integration commissioner praises the efforts of Ukrainian organizations for war refugees as an important bridge to German society.
Thousands of honorary positions to be filled in local elections
Thousands of positions will be filled in the upcoming local elections in Brandenburg this year. In the election, "over 7,000 honorary representatives will be elected to the 14 district councils and 413 city councils and municipal councils", explained state election director Herbert Trimbach on Frida ..
Demonstrations against the right continue
The wave of demonstrations against right-wing extremism shows no signs of abating. This weekend, there will also be actions to commemorate the victims of the Russian attack on Ukraine two years ago.
Steinbach wants to review Berlin's tariff compliance regulation
According to the DGB, not even a fifth of companies in Brandenburg pay their employees wages at the level of collective agreements. The Left Party is calling for public contracts to be awarded in line with collective agreements, as is the case in Berlin.
Brandenburg state parliament defends planned increase in supplementary budget
The red-black-green coalition in Brandenburg defends the planned increase of more than 220 million euros in the supplementary budget. Finance Minister Katrin Lange (SPD) emphasizes the financial viability despite criticism from the opposition.
Brandenburg is examining the establishment of a Childhood House to support victims of sexual abuse
Brandenburg wants to provide better support for children and young people who have been victims of sexual abuse. The state parliament spoke out in favor of examining a Childhood House.
More members again at Landessportbund Brandenburg
The state sports association has once again set a new membership record. As of January 1, 2024, 381,437 Brandenburgers were members of one of the state's 2,956 sports clubs, the LSB announced on Thursday. This is more than ever before in the more than 30-year history of the LSB.In total, the clubs r ..
Tesla expansion in Grünheide: municipality looks for solutions
Following the rejection of the development plan for the Tesla expansion in Grünheide, the municipality is looking for solutions. Communication and timetable as decisive factors.
Disclosure of a secret meeting: AfD and neo-Nazis plan 'remigration'
Correctiv.org uncovers an AfD neo-Nazi meeting planning racist "remigration".
Green politician Baerbock calls for more presence in rural areas
In view of poor poll ratings for the Greens ahead of the state elections in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg next year, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (Greens) has called for the parties to have a greater presence in rural areas.
Dresden volleyball players win top match
The Dresden SC women's volleyball team coped well with their elimination from the DVV Cup. The team of coach Alexander Waibl prevailed 3:2 (24:26, 25:17, 25:19, 24:26, 15:11) in the top match at SC Potsdam on Saturday and started the second half of the Bundesliga season with a win. At the same time, ..
Lusatia Festival director rejects criticism from the region
Potsdam (dpa/bb) - The director of the Lusatia Festival, Daniel Kühnel, has rejected accusations from the region about the program design and the non-involvement of local artists. Speaking to the state parliament's culture committee on Wednesday, he spoke of a campaign being waged against the festiv ..
Construction industry in eastern Germany continues downward trend
The volume of orders in the main construction sector in eastern Germany fell by 4.1 percent to EUR 14.6 billion. No trend reversal in sight.
Highest number of unauthorized entries since 2015
From February to September, the number of unauthorized entries into Germany rose steadily. The Federal Police have new figures for October that point in a different direction.
Foxes in cup to Erlangen - Eisenach in Stuttgart
Handball Bundesliga team Füchse Berlin will face HC Erlangen in the third round of the DHB Cup. This was the result of the draw on Wednesday evening in Cologne. The round will be played from October 3 to 5. Already on Saturday thereafter (October 7) is in the league the next encounter of the two tea ..