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Following the discovery of infected swans and a wild goose, there is growing concern about avian influenza in Bautzen. Why the veterinary office is now recommending special protective measures to keepers.
The Prime Minister's assessment after a year without a majority of his own is positive. He particularly emphasizes the role of an opposition party.
More protection for Dresden's Christmas markets: new barriers and investments to increase the sense of security. What visitors and residents can now expect.
He has just had a perfect week in the DFB jersey and at RB Leipzig - and now there is a setback. Ouédraogo is out for the time being. Another player suffers a broken nose.
International perspectives meet Capital of Culture heritage: a high-caliber jury forms in Chemnitz for the final selection of projects ahead of the 2026 festival launch.
New emergency call cabins, more fire sensors: the A4 tunnel near Görlitz is becoming more modern and safer. The end of the construction work is in sight.
There are still delays and detour on the railroad line between Berlin and Dresden. A truck had damaged the overhead line at a level crossing. Repairs are ongoing.
An MDR series about the everyday lives of young people in East Germany before reunification has won the coveted television prize in one of the children's categories. Another German entry came away empty-handed.
The Störmthal Canal near Leipzig has been closed for four and a half years due to safety problems. Now there is a new assessment of the danger situation.
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women. The aim of screening is to detect the first signs as early as possible. Not all women take up the offer.
Tiffany Poon inspires hundreds of thousands as a pianist and influencer - now she is being honored with the Schumann Prize. She is one of the youngest prizewinners.
Near Dresden, a truck damages an overhead line on the railroad line between Berlin and Dresden. Trains have to be rerouted and are therefore delayed.
There are many facets of racism in soccer. Together with partners, the DFB has gathered experience in a project to combat the problem and will use this for further projects.
In a few days, the curtain will officially fall on the Chemnitz Capital of Culture year. What has it achieved? MDR asked more than 13,000 people. This is the result.
After a delay, the project of the Federal Research Center for Climate Neutral Building in Weimar and Bautzen is starting. 52.5 million euros have been earmarked in the federal budget for its construction.
FC Hansa held on to coach Daniel Brinkmann and sporting director Amir Shapourzadeh when things were not going well in the 3rd division. The club management feels vindicated and makes important decisions.
The Federal President visits Hoyerswerda and sees the town as an example of how change can succeed. He also pays a visit to the "Maintenance Brigade".
According to the Saxon SPD leader, there is a problem with the cooperation with the BSW. Despite criticism, he gives the minority government a positive report card.
Frost, snow cannons and some natural snow have ensured good skiing conditions in Saxony early on. Which winter sports areas are already open.
Snow and slippery roads - but so far there have been no major traffic problems on the highways in Saxony. Nevertheless, the traffic service continues to warn of icy conditions.
Handicrafts from the Ore Mountains are very popular during the Advent and Christmas season. However, higher wages could lead to price hikes in the coming year. And what effect will the US tariffs have?
Werder concede a dream goal in Leipzig in their best phase - and later another goal. But sporting director Fritz sees a development that is encouraging.
Many zoo visitors are shocked when animals are given clearly recognizable dead animals to eat. Sometimes they come from the zoo's own breeding program. How zoos explain this controversial feeding practice.
The Federal President visits "places of encounter". In doing so, he wants to highlight people who are committed to social coexistence.
Saxony's Minister President calls for the causes of the AfD's rise to be addressed. Why he believes that firewalls alone are not enough.
The home streak of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team is broken. A disastrous start to the final quarter against Alba Berlin was their undoing.
The sold-out premiere of the dinner show MAFIA MIA! amazes audiences in Dresden. From an e-bill hack to musical acts and comedic highlights.
It wasn't necessarily pretty this time, but Rostock are now winning games like this too. FC Erzgebirge can and must once again thank its captain.
FC Erzgebirge are superior for 25 minutes in the match against VfB Stuttgart's second team. Otherwise, the visitors dominated. Aue keeper Männel saves a penalty.