A4 Königshainer Berge tunnel completely closed at the weekend
The A4 Königshainer Berge tunnel will be closed at the weekend. This is due to final tests following the renovation work.
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Almost 16 percent fewer laboratory animals in Saxony
The number of laboratory animals is falling. The decline is particularly marked in mice, on which scientists still experiment most frequently.
Lidl recalls tuna carpaccio
Anyone who has recently bought certain tuna from Lidl needs to be careful: There could be bacteria in a carpaccio. What customers should do.
Avian flu outbreak - 80,000 laying hens are killed
Following an outbreak of bird flu, around 80,000 laying hens have to be killed in Ebersbach. The Minister of Social Affairs calls on poultry farmers to exercise caution.
Pillnitz Palm House with new energy screen
The exotic plants in the Palm House also like to be warm in winter - and therefore cause high heating costs. 1,000 square meters of special fabric should help against this.
All-clear at Leipzig Zoo after bird flu case
More than 350 birds were tested for bird flu at Leipzig Zoo - with no further results. What happens now at the zoo.
Günther proposes Saxony's participation in VW
The state of Lower Saxony has a stake in VW. Wolfram Günther, a Green politician from Saxony, has the same idea for Saxony. But the Free State has money worries anyway.
Third division club Aue and sports director part ways - Härtel stays
After four games without a win, Aue draw the line: sporting director Heidrich leaves, Härtel remains coach. It remains to be seen who will take over as sporting director.
Dresden prefabricated building becomes an advent calendar
The windows of apartment blocks in Dresden-Prohlis are set to sparkle at a Christmas concert. The idea comes from the award-winning "Musaik" project, in which children from many countries form an orchestra.
Tracks on the border with the Czech Republic open again
Good news for passengers traveling to and from the Czech Republic: the tracks at the border crossing are clear again. At least for the time being - because the expansion will continue in 2026 and 2027.
Mintzlaff opens RB office with Mateschitz son
According to Minister President Kretschmer, the new RB office is "a statement". For Managing Director Mintzlaff, this was a wish specifically expressed by Red Bull founder Mateschitz. Only one is missing.
Ski jumping coach cuts former world champion - Wellinger stays
Two ski jumping routines are going badly this winter. The national coach has now decided to give one of them a break.
Building applications at the click of a mouse - Dresden simplifies procedures
Piles of paper for building applications could soon be history in Dresden. In future, it will be possible to submit applications digitally. And it should also be easier to pay for decisions.
Fewer hospital patients than before the coronavirus pandemic
Saxony's hospitals treated around 117,000 fewer patients in 2024 than before the coronavirus pandemic. Bed occupancy was also lower.
Rates of assessment in Saxony - hardly any additional burden from property tax
The majority of Saxony's local authorities are implementing the property tax reform in a revenue-neutral manner. Why there are still local differences in the rates of assessment.
Former minister calls for stricter rules after 95 environmental accidents
Slurry and liquid manure end up in Saxony's waters, but there are no consequences. Why former Environment Minister Günther is now pushing for tougher penalties and stricter controls.
Swiss woman becomes head of management at RB Leipzig
Tatjana Haenni is the first woman to become managing director at RB Leipzig. She brings with her international experience from UEFA, FIFA and the NWSL.
Traffic blockades against fossil fuel heating planned
They see the future threatened by climate-relevant energy sources and therefore want to literally take to the streets - road users in Dresden should plan to do so on Thursday.
Erotic or with grandma's scent? The main thing is potholders!
What do people associate with these practical kitchen gadgets? The smell of food, warmth, perhaps their own grandmother, Christina Koenig suspects. She has numerous examples on display in her gallery.
Elster valley bridge in Vogtland renovated at a cost of millions
The second largest brick bridge in the world has been given a new lease of life: the Elster Valley Bridge near Plauen. After more than four years of construction, the renovation of the historic structure has been completed.
Faster journeys - Berlin-Halle railroad line opens
Commuters can breathe a sigh of relief: from Sunday, the journey from Halle to Berlin will be almost an hour faster. What else will improve for passengers.
High investment requirement: Water demand increases significantly
Industry, climate change, demographic change: Saxony-Anhalt and the greater Leipzig area are facing challenges when it comes to drinking water. What solutions are experts discussing for the region?
Niners Chemnitz win after catching up in the Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team manages a turnaround in the Eurocup. They overcame a 13-point deficit against Panionios Athens in the final quarter.
Kretschmer promotes more social "we"
Saxony's Minister President and the churches talk about uncertainty, individualization - and how a stronger "we" can emerge.
RB player Antonio Nusa out until the end of the year
RB Leipzig's injury worries are increasing towards the end of the year. Antonio Nusa has now also been hit.
Leipzig's Diomande nominated for Africa Cup
Africa Cup with the Ivory Coast instead of Bundesliga with RB Leipzig: The Saxons will have to do without shooting star Yan Diomande in at least one competitive match.
Highly endowed EU funding for Saxon researchers
Two researchers from Dresden and Leipzig are honored by the European Research Council. What the support is worth.
New museum director in Zwickau - retelling stories
The change at the top of the Kunstsammlungen Zwickau could mean a breath of fresh air. What stories have not yet been told? The new boss has plans.
Forecast: up to 20 percent fewer pupils in Saxony by 2040
Over the next 15 years, pupil numbers in Saxony will plummet. For Culture Minister Clemens, this is the "saddest statistic in Saxony".