News from Saxony

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How flawed diamonds are advancing quantum technology

Diamonds with flaws as a tool for science: the new professor Aparajita Singha at TU Dresden uses special diamond sensors to measure magnetic signals from individual atoms. Her ambitious goal for the next five years is to carry out these measurements at room temperature - something that no one else in the world has yet managed to do. Her research in the Cluster of Excellence ctd.qmat is an important basis for future quantum computers and strengthens Saxony's position in quantum technology.

Wissensland 14.01.2026 17:11

Dresden Zoo with more guests and furry additions

Welcome and farewell. Even in a zoo, zookeepers experience sadness and loss alongside many joyful moments. Nevertheless, 2025 will go down in the zoo's history as a good year.

Environment 14.01.2026 15:01

Union in Bavaria, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt: No to the AfD

At the end of the CSU parliamentary group meeting, three Union parliamentary group leaders clearly oppose the AfD - from Bavaria, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. But that's not all.

Politics 14.01.2026 13:35

40 study places for future rural doctors in Saxony

In Saxony, medical students can get ahead even without a top A-level. In return, they commit to a future in the countryside.

Salud 14.01.2026 12:50

Leipzig team decodes brain changes with mathematics

Which brain regions change with age? Where does the brain work differently in autism? Researchers from the Max Planck Institute in Leipzig have developed a mathematical method that answers precisely these questions. A new metric identifies 108 regions that are affected by ageing and 27 regions that are altered in autism spectrum disorders. The findings could pave the way for targeted therapies.

Various news 14.01.2026 12:32

Forest campaign: more trees for climate and species protection

More forest for Saxony: Why the state government and the Forest Foundation are focusing on reforestation and which regions are particularly in focus.

Environment 14.01.2026 12:11

Municipalities and business call for reforms

Alliances are forged in times of need. In Saxony, local authorities and businesses are pushing for binding measures to end the standstill.

Politics 14.01.2026 11:47

Forecast: Saxony in second place for rising heating costs

Cold snaps and higher prices are leading to higher heating costs in Saxony. How badly different types of heating are affected and what an energy service provider predicts.

Economy 14.01.2026 10:20

Report: Saxony CDU wants to ban solar installations in forests

Saxony's CDU wants to prevent forests from being cleared for solar power plants nationwide. According to media reports, a corresponding motion is planned for the CDU party conference.

Economy 14.01.2026 07:23

Chemnitz idea for battery housings: more range for electric cars

Major award for Saxon research: Chemnitz University of Technology has won one of the most important prizes in the materials industry worldwide with a new type of battery housing. It makes electric cars lighter and more climate-friendly. How does this work? With fiber-reinforced plastic instead of metal. The special feature: The housing can be produced in under two minutes and saves CO2.

Various news 14.01.2026 07:00

Comeback with a World Cup leap? Henrich's time of suffering is coming to an end

Benjamin Henrichs will still be missing from the RB Leipzig squad against SC Freiburg. He could make his return against the opponent where the international suffered a serious injury.

Sports 14.01.2026 05:51

Baroque residential culture: museums discover new connections

A research project assigns 478 objects to Baroque residences. What this means for the museums in Saxony-Anhalt and Dresden.

Culture 13.01.2026 19:54

Chambers of commerce call for speed in railroad line expansion

Business and commuters are waiting: Why is the Chemnitz-Leipzig line simply not moving forward? The Chamber of Industry and Commerce is putting pressure on Deutsche Bahn.

Economy 13.01.2026 18:42

Five million euros: Leipzig signs Nigerian Sani

Agreement on transfer fee, medical check passed: RB Leipzig are strengthening their squad with Nigerian Suleman Sani. The 19-year-old is the first new signing of the winter.

Sports 13.01.2026 18:07

New special exhibitions planned at the Energiefabrik

Two new special exhibitions and, for the first time, formats such as a "Technology Day": Energiefabrik Knappenrode is focusing on fresh ideas for more visitors this year.

Culture 13.01.2026 17:47

Filmfest Dresden with record number of entries

The Dresden Film Festival has made a name for itself with short films and animated films. There was a real rush of applications for this year's edition.

Culture 13.01.2026 16:29

SC Freiburg in Leipzig without defender Lienhart

Another break: center-back Philipp Lienhart will miss SC Freiburg in the coming weeks due to an abdominal muscle injury. This means he will also miss the Bundesliga match at RB Leipzig.

Sports 13.01.2026 16:18

Saxony is increasingly confronted with animal diseases

Saxony is struggling with animal diseases such as avian influenza and African swine fever. The responsible Minister Köpping believes that prevention and cooperation are the key to containment.

Environment 13.01.2026 16:02

Goalkeeper Bethke moves from Cottbus to Dresden

Goalkeeper Bethke was the undisputed regular goalkeeper at Energie Cottbus until his injury. In the second half of the season, the 22-year-old will be able to demonstrate his skills in a higher class.

Sports 13.01.2026 15:10

No lightning change: Werner squad candidate for Freiburg

Timo Werner is on the verge of a transfer to California. However, he is still fully integrated at RB Leipzig and could be in the squad on Wednesday.

Sports 13.01.2026 14:51

Grassi Museum Leipzig attracts 97,000 visitors

The Grassi Museum of Applied Arts once again attracted numerous visitors in 2025. The workshops remain particularly popular.

Culture 13.01.2026 14:14

Avian influenza: Bautzen district takes protective measures

Stall obligation, ban on poultry markets: Strict rules are now in force in the district of Bautzen following the avian influenza outbreak in the district of Görlitz. What animal owners in Weißenberg and Malschwitz must observe with immediate effect.

Economy 13.01.2026 14:04

Perpetual chemicals in Dresden's waters locally limited

Substances that are considered harmful to health have been discovered in several bodies of water. The contamination is considered to be localized. It remains unclear where the chemicals come from.

Environment 13.01.2026 13:59

Leipzig researchers find possible plague grave from the Middle Ages

Leipzig researchers have discovered a mass grave from the plague era near Erfurt. 12,000 people died of the Black Death in 1350 and were buried in eleven pits. Now the team from Saxony has found one of them - through a systematic search using modern methods. A unique find in Europe.

Various news 13.01.2026 13:34

CDU parliamentary groups want to help families buy property

Young families in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt will soon be able to move into their own homes more easily. What else the CDU parliamentary groups in the two states are planning.

Politics 13.01.2026 13:07

BSW parliamentary groups want to increase clout ahead of elections

This year, the BSW is facing important state elections. The party is already represented in three state parliaments. The parliamentary group leaders have now reached an agreement.

Politics 13.01.2026 12:34

Money for culture in the countryside: seven projects funded

Even in the Saxon province, people care about culture. In times of migration to the cities, this is particularly important for young people. That's why commitment is always welcome.

Politics 13.01.2026 12:28

Winter weather and infections cause blood donations to plummet

The number of blood donations in Saxony, Berlin and Brandenburg is falling significantly due to snow, icy conditions and infections. Why the shortage is particularly critical.

Salud 13.01.2026 11:07

St. Pauli-Leipzig and Werder-Hoffenheim on January 27

The canceled Bundesliga matches from last weekend will be rescheduled at the end of January. All information on TV coverage and the new date.

Sports 13.01.2026 10:32