Buga 2033: Investments of 120 million euros planned
The 2033 Federal Garden Show will be held in Saxony for the first time. What Dresden expects from investments in Südpark, the racecourse and the Leuben gravel lakes.
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BSW calls for fund for security at major events
Security precautions at Christmas markets and street festivals are now commonplace due to concerns about terrorist attacks. The costs are considerable. The BSW wants a change in funding.
Rotop expands production of radiopharmaceuticals
Radiopharmaceuticals are drugs with radiation power. They are used in nuclear medicine to diagnose cancer, for example. The company Rotop wants to invest in this area.
Bus and train travel in Central Saxony will become more expensive
Passengers in Central Saxony will soon have to adjust to higher ticket prices. Subscription customers can save money, however. Where and when prices will rise and which tickets will even be cheaper.
Leipzig's medical study program: 58 high school graduates per place
19,674 applicants for 340 places: Studying medicine in Leipzig is difficult to access. Who else is trained at the faculty.
Avian influenza continues to spread in the Leipzig district
New evidence of avian influenza in wild birds in the Leipzig district: The veterinary office urges increased caution and provides specific advice for owners.
Clemens in court for traffic offense?
Saxony's Minister of Culture Conrad Clemens may have to stand trial for a traffic offense. The state parliament lifted the MP's immunity back in May.
Greens and Left in Saxony: "We won't go along with everything"
Saxony's governing parties, the CDU and SPD, are dependent on cooperation with the opposition. The Left and the Greens are not satisfied with this - and are calling for change.
More than a moped: How the Simson became a political issue
Schwalbe, Star, Sperber, S50 and S51: GDR two-wheelers are now cult. The AfD has discovered the East German theme - other parties are following suit. But a fan from Kassel has his very own perspective.
Discovered in Las Vegas: New artists signed up for the dinner shows in Dresden
Artists who will perform in Dresden in 2026/27 were honored at the Las Vegas Variety Circus Festival. International talent awaits the audience.
New US Consul General in the Southeast
The US Consulate General in Leipzig has a new director: former journalist Jodi Breisler wants to further develop relations between the USA and Central Germany.
BMW invests millions - Leipzig plant gears up for the future
The BMW plant in Leipzig is celebrating 20 years of production - and is setting the course for the future: the car manufacturer is planning to invest a three-digit million sum in the site.
X-ray images of animals in motion
What causes back pain in dogs or broken bones in laying hens? Researchers in Leipzig are looking for answers in a new movement laboratory.
"Cinderella" season begins at Moritzburg Castle
At Moritzburg Castle, everything revolves around Cinderella at the end of the year. Many scenes from the cult film "Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella" were filmed here. What the pilgrimage site has to offer fans this year.
Reiche calls for more "risk appetite" and less bureaucracy
Less bureaucracy, more courage to take risks: Federal Economics Minister Reiche sees this as the key to new investments and growth in Germany.
Topping-out ceremony for new science center in Leipzig
The new Centre for Globalization Research in Leipzig is being built at a cost of almost 50 million euros. Which institutes are moving in and when the building is due to be completed.
Saxony extends funding for "digital classroom"
Robotics, coding, artificial intelligence: a digital mobile classroom brings technology to Saxony's schools. Funding has now been extended until the end of 2026.
UFO reporting center provides solution for observations in Vogtland
Several people saw something strange near Schöneck at the weekend and called the police. The officers went out but found nothing. What was going on in the sky?
Only vehicles up to 3.5 tons allowed on Agra Bridge
The structure in the south of Leipzig is dilapidated and is to be demolished. The traffic restrictions apply from today.
Champions League: Magdeburg hold their own in Zagreb
Defending champions SC Magdeburg never let any doubts arise at bottom club Zagreb. The SCM particularly shone from the wing positions in their eighth win in their eighth group game.
Leipzig's Henrichs with a big goal: a regular at the World Cup
Benjamin Henrichs has been sidelined for eleven months after tearing his Achilles heel. In a podcast, the RB Leipzig professional talks about his big goal after a difficult time.
Short film day invites you to watch movies together
Whether cinema, living room or Christmas market: Short Film Day invites people all over Germany to experience the diversity of short film together - also in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
RB defender Bitshiabu out for longer
It was only in the last match before the international break that the Frenchman was once again in the starting eleven. Now a muscle injury has forced him to take a longer break.
Carstens takes over: Leipzig releases sports management
Raul Alonso is no longer coach of SC DHfK Leipzig. The sports director also has to go. An experienced coach is coming in his place.
Leipzig to host the German Tourism Day in 2026
Leipzig will host the German Tourism Day next year. What the city and the Free State of Saxony expect from it and the significance of the industry meeting.
Bochum: Rösler expects "cat-and-mouse game" against Dresden
Up-and-coming VfL Bochum are aiming for their fourth win in five second division games against second-last Dynamo Dresden. The turnaround was achieved under new coach Uwe Rösler.
ZDF report shows everyday life in Dresden's Prohlis district
How do people in Prohlis experience their everyday lives? The ZDF report accompanies residents and shows what makes the district special despite the challenges.
Sandra Hüller reads children's texts for a good cause in Leipzig
Hollywood star Sandra Hüller reads children's texts that make you think - and for a good cause. What the little authors reveal in their stories amazes even the actress.
Ministers want to strengthen winegrowers in wine crisis at meeting
Rising costs and international competition are putting pressure on the wine industry. Ministers from eight federal states want to help the industry in a Hessian monastery. What will their talks be about?