More and more weapons in Saxony - small firearms license in demand
More than 157,000 weapons are registered in Saxony. That is significantly more than five years ago. Why a Left Party MP is concerned about this development.
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One standard too many: Magdeburg slips to relegation place
Second division club 1. FC Magdeburg missed the opportunity to put some distance between themselves and the relegation places. Against Arminia Bielefeld, the team from the Elbe region conceded their eighth home defeat of the season.
Thüringer HC celebrates clear home win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball players withstand the pressure to succeed in the European League and increase their chances of reaching the quarter-finals. They beat Mosonmagyarovar without any danger.
Saxony expands semiconductor contacts in South Korea
The "Silicon Saxony" network is growing: Saxony is promoting its semiconductor industry in Seoul. The head of economic development sees many points of contact.
Großschönau partly without drinking water from the afternoon
In Großschönau, drinking water will be unavailable in many streets from 3 pm. The fire department advises people to stock up immediately and take precautions.
Upper Lusatian heath and pond landscape grows
With the expansion of the biosphere reserve, the area now covers 32,000 hectares - plus areas in the post-mining landscape of six municipalities.
Jena sets up donation account for former coach Weber
Weber is not only a legend at the traditional Thuringian club. His illness has touched soccer in the East.
Violence at train stations - Leipzig with the most offenses
Security on the railroads is currently a much-discussed topic. The Federal Police are recording more violence at some stations - but also some positive developments.
Lost the thread: Why Dynamo lost against Elversberg
45 strong minutes are not enough for Dynamo Dresden to extend their winning streak. But everyone knows what needs to be done now.
How a couple from Pegau became Saxony's first state prince and princess
It wasn't planned: the Pegau couple only wanted to be prince and princess in their home country. Now they represent the whole of Saxony - with a lot of passion, family support and foolish enthusiasm.
Leipzig welcomes Wolfsburg and bids farewell to Werner
RB Leipzig want to secure fourth place against Wolfsburg - with captain Raum missing. How coach Ole Werner sets up the team and why Timo Werner is the focus of attention before kick-off.
How a couple from Pegau became Saxony's first state prince and princess
Désirée and Simon Kremers actually only wanted to celebrate carnival in their hometown. After the final decision, they are now representing the whole of Saxony - and are even taking parental leave to do so.
Elversberg overcomes Dresden hurdle and moves into second place
Dynamo Dresden manage to annoy the next top team in the Bundesliga 2 after FC Schalke for long stretches. But Elversberg are cleverer in the end.
Dresden volleyball players fulfill their duty in Aachen
Volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC remains in the race for the best starting position for the play-offs. The team from Saxony won confidently against the Ladies in Black.
After an early double strike: RB women beat Nuremberg
Victory in Hamburg, victory against Nuremberg: The RB women are gaining momentum in the second half of the Bundesliga season.
Pursuit through Pulsnitz after curious emergency call
A 24-year-old woman reports a car to the police that she says is driving in serpentine lines - and gives her own license plate number. It turns out that she was driving with more than a blood alcohol level.
Creative classics with sophisticated wine accompaniment
Restaurant test: 1328 in Dresden impresses with a creative menu, strong wine accompaniment and regional cuisine.
Podcast "For a Glass": St. Quirinus on Lake Kaltern
Biodynamic St. Quirinus winery in Kaltern: Demeter-certified, high proportion of PiWi, amphora and wood ageing as well as Vernatsch and Lagrein vineyards.
The end of a sausage era: a traditional brand relocates
An East German cult brand is to relocate. The "Eberswalder" sausage will soon no longer come from the region in north-east Brandenburg. Can the East German brand survive despite the plant closure?
Sharp increase in right-wing extremist incidents at schools
Racist slogans, Hitler salutes, threats: The number of right-wing extremist incidents at schools in Saxony has reached a new high. Teachers are sensitized.
Erzgebirge Aue pick up a point after going 2-0 down in Cologne
Auer already look like the losers at Viktoria Köln. But with good morale and a bit of luck, they managed to draw.
Goal: getting home safely - training for train attendants
The attack with fatal consequences on a train attendant in Rhineland-Palatinate has affected rail colleagues everywhere. This is also evident at an assertiveness training course for inspectors in Erfurt.
RB coach Werner: Mintzlaff's premier class announcement positive
Timo Werner is officially sent off before the game against Wolfsburg. Leipzig will also have to do without captain David Raum - a new signing moves into the starting eleven.
Dresden researchers want to halve chemotherapy in children
Today, nine out of ten children with leukemia survive their illness. However, many suffer from the consequences of chemotherapy for the rest of their lives. Researchers at the NCT/UCC Dresden are working on gentler treatments. Using CRISPR technology and precision medicine, they are looking for molecular weak points in cancer cells. Their goal: in ten years, only half as much chemotherapy.
Coach Seitz stays with Lok Leipzig
North East champions, Saxony Cup winners - the successes with Lok Leipzig last season have had positive consequences for the head coach. Jochen Seitz's future is clear for the time being.
Silent commemoration remembers the destruction of Dresden in 1945
The commemoration of the destruction of Dresden in 1945 began with a minute's silence. In the evening, a human chain is to set an example for reconciliation and cohesion.
Funding for year-round tourism
Saxony is once again offering support for tourist attractions that attract visitors all year round. The Aufbaubank will be accepting applications from March 19.
Left: Housing refugees in vacant apartments
Lots of empty apartments in Saxon cities, but no room for migrants? The Left Party does not want to accept this and is calling for more accommodation outside of hostels.
Saxony launches campaign on violence against women
The figures are depressing, and the number of unreported cases is probably even higher. One in three women experience violence in the course of their lives. A campaign now aims to encourage those affected and raise awareness among others.