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The Semperoper Ball in Dresden is all about music and dance. The ball celebrates its 100th birthday in 2025. Little by little, the ball society reveals the secret of who will be appearing on the dance floor.
The blood bank at Leipzig University Hospital is running short of blood due to the wave of colds. The clinic is therefore asking for donations.
For years, the right-wing extremist NSU terrorists lived unmolested in Saxony. On the day they unmasked themselves, the victims are commemorated here.
From November, the Self-Determination Act comes into force, which makes it much easier to change gender registration. Interest is particularly high in one city in Bavaria.
Loneliness can affect anyone. With a poster campaign, the state capital wants to show people how they can free themselves from it.
She had to listen to a lot of jokes, says national player Gwinn about her time as a youth soccer player. The 25-year-old also talks about freedom of expression.
The German Football Association awards the Julius Hirsch Prize in Munich. DFB President Bernd Neuendorf uses the stage to send a clear message.
Twin boom at Chemnitz Hospital: six sets of twins born since the summer are currently being cared for there. And they have even more in common.
When it comes to the Abitur, girls are ahead in Saxony. Why is that?
The population in Saxony is ageing. This means that the number of people with visual problems is also increasing.
A peace bell had been ringing regularly on the Fichtelberg since 2010. Heavily damaged by vandalism, it had to be replaced - after two years, the silence has come to an end.
Whether in a local heritage association or a large foundation, the Free State of Saxony can count on the diverse commitment of its citizens. Every year, it awards prizes for special commitment to society.
In 2023, more young people will have moved from the eastern German states to the west than vice versa. What does this mean for the age structure? And what about immigration from abroad?
An exhibition about refugees for Intercultural Week at the Pirna district office is being dismantled. The authority refers to complaints from citizens - now the vernissage is being held elsewhere.
Allianz Arena or Playmobil Stadium - this type of sponsorship has long been the norm in sport. A theater in eastern Saxony is now taking this form of advertising as a model.
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Döbeln. At the same time, a right-wing extremist rally passes through the town in central Saxony.
An exhibition with portraits of refugees is being held at various locations in Saxony to promote understanding for those trying to gain a foothold in a foreign country. In one city, this does not go down well at all.
The Day of German Unity will be celebrated with a ceremony in the Saxon state parliament. Interested citizens can register to attend. The ceremony will also be streamed.
The Day of German Unity will be celebrated with a ceremony in the Saxon state parliament. Interested citizens can register to attend. The ceremony will also be streamed.
Saxony is a tourist magnet. The coronavirus pandemic has halted growth, but since the end of the pandemic, the number of visitors has risen again - and the balance sheet is positive.
Saxony is a tourist magnet. The coronavirus pandemic has halted growth, but since the end of the pandemic, the number of visitors has risen again - and the balance sheet is positive.
Dresden is once again hosting a banquet of diversity and tolerance. In the tense social climate in the country, the city is once again sending out a renewed commitment to openness.
Once a year, Dresden's civil society invites people to a banquet. The eighth edition of the event for diversity and tolerance seems more important than ever - given the mood in the country.
Many older people, the sick and those in need of care are supported by relatives in the same household. New data shows how many people this is and how much time they spend.
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.
Following the easing of restrictions on cannabis, the first communities in Saxony have submitted applications for cultivation. The first permits are not expected until the end of September at the earliest.
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.
Following the easing of restrictions on cannabis, the first communities in Saxony have submitted applications for cultivation. The first permits are not expected until the end of September at the earliest.
Thousands of people in Saxony do voluntary service. However, savings in the federal government could lead to painful cuts.
Dresden has a rich ball tradition. After a long break, the famous Semper Opera House has once again hosted annual waltzes since 2006 - and is now celebrating the start of the glittering nights.
A few days before the elections in Saxony and Thuringia, the Chancellor honors volunteers from the East - and thinks back to a project of his own.
Over a year ago, the renowned Dresden Prize was given a new name. Now there are further changes - for an urgent reason.
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.
The LGBTQ scene highlights its rights with demonstrations on Christopher Street Day. Right-wing extremists gather to counter-protest. But unlike in Bautzen, it is limited.
She is something of a good soul for the Ukrainian community in Dresden: Natalija Bock. The Ukrainian has been working tirelessly for her compatriots since the beginning of the war.
"Swords to plowshares" is a message from the peace movement. In 2025, a peace bell cast from military scrap is to be brought to Jerusalem. The dress rehearsal was a success.
Every year, Saxony honors special commitment to integration and social cohesion. The application deadline is only a few days away.
Previous state exhibitions have highlighted individual chapters in Saxony's history. In 2029, the entire 1100 years will be covered - at one of the most important original locations.
Every year, the city of Leipzig commemorates October 9, 1989, one of the milestones of the peaceful revolution. This year, the Federal Chancellor is expected to attend the celebrations.
New state parliaments will be elected in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg in the coming weeks. A survey looks at the political mood there.
The Commissioner for Eastern Europe feels that the mood in the East is sometimes worse than the situation would suggest. Brandenburg's Minister President makes a similar observation.
A week after right-wing extremist protests against the CSD in Bautzen, neo-Nazis also arrive in Leipzig. The police are prepared - the right-wing march fails.
One week after right-wing extremist protests against the CSD in Bautzen, neo-Nazis also arrive in Leipzig. The police are prepared. The right-wing march fails.
One week after the right-wing extremist protests against the CSD in Bautzen, neo-Nazis also form up in Leipzig. The police are prepared - the organizer breaks off the demonstration himself.
The LGBTQ scene fights for equal rights with demonstrations at CSD. Neo-Nazis took advantage of this in Bautzen to stage their own march. Now the police union has spoken out urgently.
A week ago, the CSD in Bautzen was accompanied by right-wing extremist protests. Now the big CSD is coming up in Leipzig - and organizers, police and authorities have to react.
"Only bad news is good news" is a saying from the media world. At a school in Saxony, they don't want to accept this and are building up girls and boys with good news.
The Christopher Street Day demonstration in Bautzen in eastern Saxony is under police protection. The reason is right-wing protests. Saxony's Minister of the Interior is shocked.
Whether a company, cultural monument or democracy: numerous charitable foundations are active in Saxony. The Free State is the leader in the East - and the trend towards donations continues.
In Bautzen in eastern Saxony, the CSD takes place practically under police protection. The reason is the announcement of right-wing protests.
Christopher Street Day commemorates the rights of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender and queer people. A parade takes place in Bautzen on Saturday - but not as planned.
Every year, Christopher Street Day commemorates the rights of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender and queer people. They always turn the day into a colorful celebration - including in Leipzig.
Socializing keeps you fit. Loneliness, on the other hand, can make you ill. This is also a problem for many people in Saxony. The Left Party sees this as an important task for politicians.
Thousands of young people from Germany and abroad study at Saxony's universities. They have been recruiting young talent for years - who, in the best case scenario, stay after graduation.
People in Saxony are getting older and older. This is associated with an increased incidence of diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia - which are a challenge for those affected and their relatives.
Three new state parliaments will be elected in East Germany in a few weeks' time. The authors' association Pen Berlin takes this as an opportunity to discuss the mood in the country.
Hundreds of thousands of children in Saxony are returning to school. After the summer vacation, the police are keeping a close eye on traffic in front of schools.
The traditional parties are finding it difficult to score points in East Germany. The SPD chairwoman has several explanations for this.
Freedom of expression is not only a concern ahead of the state elections in the east. An alarming number of people see bans on speech and thought. A series of talks with star authors and cultural celebrities aims to help.
"Swords to plowshares" is a central message of the peace movement. In 2025, a peace bell cast from military scrap is to be brought to Jerusalem - pulled by horses.
The Minister Presidents of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Saxony emphasized the importance of the successful World Heritage applications and signed agreements on closer cooperation in tourism and research.
It's not just a theoretical hurdle: More and more young people are failing their driving test, especially in theory. Driving instructors see various reasons for this.
The number of births in Saxony has fallen again. The figures are as low as they were last in 1995. However, there is one population group where there are more births.
The "Kosmos" democracy festival kicked off in perfect summer weather in Chemnitz with thousands of visitors and a diverse program of music, art, sport and social events.
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer speaks out in favor of deporting migrants who commit crimes and calls for existing laws to be amended. Integration of refugees should be more targeted.
It won't be long now before the European Football Championship kicks off. Preparations are underway in Leipzig. In addition to public viewing, a varied supporting program is planned - including well-known musicians.
It won't be long now before the European Football Championship kicks off. Preparations are underway in Leipzig. In addition to public viewing, a varied supporting program is planned - including well-known musicians.
In Saxony, the number of organ donors and transplants is increasing again, despite declining donor numbers. Medical association calls for opt-out solution.
The number of organ donors and transplants in Saxony is increasing again. The Saxon State Medical Association is calling for an opt-out solution.
After attacks on candidates and campaign workers, Ricarda Lang calls for cross-party protection of democracy.
The Saxon Ministry of Justice is launching a series of video messages from lawyers on the Basic Law.
Matthias Rößler (CDU), President of the Saxon State Parliament, praises the Basic Law as a milestone in the history of German democracy on its 75th anniversary.
The Commissioner for Eastern Europe, Carsten Schneider, is calling on people to celebrate the Basic Law and stand up for democracy and freedom.
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer emphasizes the separation of CDU and AfD in local politics and praises the Basic Law on its 75th anniversary.
There will be a large fan zone in Leipzig for the 2024 European Football Championship, where all matches will be broadcast. There will be an exciting program with a Ferris wheel, music and fan marches.
Matthias Ecke announces his return to the election campaign after being attacked a week earlier. He comments on his state of health and the social climate.
The Saxon Minister of Justice is using the upcoming 75th anniversary of the Basic Law as an opportunity to talk about the state of society. The first sentence serves as her guideline: "Human dignity is inviolable".
Saxony's Justice Minister Katja Meier (Greens) has denounced hatred and hate speech in society and assured those affected of support.
Chemnitz students create new incense figures to promote diversity in Erzgebirge arts and crafts
73% of children in Saxony live with siblings, while 27% live as single children. Differences between urban and rural areas and between married and unmarried adults.
The Saxony Children's and Youth Ring advocates lowering the voting age to 16 for state and local elections, as young people are already actively involved in society.
Several hundred people follow the call of "Leipzig against war" and demonstrate for peace and against arms deliveries to war zones.
Tim Lochner has been the elected head of Pirna town hall since the end of February. Resistance is forming against the first mayor on an AfD ticket in Germany.
Those who want to spend a year building bridges in the German-Czech border region can apply to take part in a funding program until 7 April. The "A Year at the Border" project of the German-Czech Future Fund is already entering its third round, the organizers announced in Prague on Monday. They are ..
Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier warns against compartmentalization and remaining in one's own position and emphasizes the need for openness and trust in society.
Study shows that young people today start reading books later than in the past. Reading aloud by adults plays an important role.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has expressed his concern about the increasing aggression towards elected representatives. Almost half of all elected representatives in local authorities face threats, even of a physical nature, he said on Wednesday at a local political forum at the University of Lei ..
The city of Dresden wants to set an example for tolerance and cosmopolitanism with its participation in the International Weeks against Racism. Under the motto "Human rights for all ... in Dresden too?", more than 120 events are planned over the coming weeks, as the city announced on Monday. Unfortu ..
The Chemnitz Ice Sports Center was renamed after figure skating coaching legend Jutta Müller, with an emotional ice show and celebrity participation.
Saxony's Equal Opportunities Minister Katja Meier (Greens) promotes more solidarity and gender equality at a reception in the state parliament.
The successful figure skating coach Jutta Müller will be remembered with an ice show in Chemnitz today (18:00). The ice sports center will also bear her name in future. A nameplate will be unveiled before the show. Performances in pairs skating, ice dancing and synchronized skating by athletes from ..
At Easter time, the Winckelmann Museum in Stendal is showing an exhibition on Sorbian Easter eggs.
The number of deaths caused by alcohol in Saxony is rising steadily, with alcohol consumption during pregnancy being particularly problematic. Cannabis consumption among the population is also on the rise.
Saxony plans to postpone the release of cannabis in order to have more time for preparations and counseling services.
The State Center for Political Education wants to have a stronger presence outside of Dresden. To this end, a second location is now being opened in Chemnitz with a view to the Capital of Culture year 2025.
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer calls for a limit of 50,000-60,000 refugees per year and more consistent deportations.
Health Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) will present the new Saxon Drug and Addiction Report on Tuesday (12.00 noon). So far, alcohol has been the number one addiction problem in the state. However, illegal drugs such as crystal and cannabis also play a major role in outpatient addiction support, accord ..
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz has sparked discussion on social media with a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin at a public discussion in Dresden. At the event on Thursday evening, a participant handed him a sheet of stickers with the slogan "Diplomats instead of grenades" and asked him to ..
Even days after the Berlinale Gala, the debate about criticism of Israel and anti-Semitism continues. As a result, there are even death threats against one of the controversial Israeli filmmakers.
Should there be a perimeter development on Tempelhofer Feld? This is a particularly controversial topic in Berlin. The governing mayor has a clear opinion on the matter.