Excavator at the GDR adventure pool SEZ in Berlin - preparation for demolition
For a long time, Berlin argued about the future of the site with the GDR's flagship adventure pool. Now apartments are to be built.
News from Saxony
Concern for the Central German chemical triangle
Is an entire region on the brink of collapse? Politicians are sounding the alarm because companies are pulling out - with consequences for an entire sector of the economy.
LWB plans to build 800 new apartments in Leipzig next year
Leipzig's municipal housing association continues to focus on new construction. Why serial construction should also play a major role.
Inventory of insolvent solar manufacturer to be auctioned off
From desks to high-tech equipment: everything that goes under the hammer at Meyer Burger's sale. The auctions end in December.
Date for mayoral election in Leipzig
A new mayor is to be elected in Saxony's largest city in 2027. There is now a proposal for the exact date.
Job cuts at Wacker - effects for Nünchritz unclear
Across the Group, almost one in ten jobs is to be cut. The company operates Saxony's largest chemical plant in Nünchritz.
Greens declare war on the reed cicada
It is tiny and can cause great damage. The reed glasswing cicada is spreading in Germany and is becoming a problem for agriculture.
Polanski gets golden tips from Schröder
After four wins, Borussia Mönchengladbach now face a top team. Former Leipzig sports director Schröder knows the upcoming opponent very well.
Dresdner Eislöwen part ways with coach Niklas Sundblad
The Dresdner Eislöwen pull the ripcord after their twentieth defeat. The newly promoted DEL team relieves coach Niklas Sundblad and sports director Matthias Roos of their duties.
Timetable change brings new lines and times for local transport
New routes, adjusted departure times and changes to bus and rail services: the timetable change brings numerous innovations for passengers in the Central German Transport Association.
Swine fever restriction zones in Saxony completely lifted
In recent years, Saxony has had to combat two epidemics at the same time - African swine fever in addition to the coronavirus pandemic. An end to the measures for the animal epidemic is now in sight.
Saxony produces slightly more household waste
397 kilograms of waste per capita: Saxony's households throw away more than in the previous year. How much of this is actually residual waste?
Fewer donations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
The Donations Council presents an interim assessment of the first nine months. The willingness to donate in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia is lower than elsewhere. What do people give on average?
Dribbling to success - Leipzig relies on wingers
The young guns in Leipzig's wing positions are inspiring. Coach Ole Werner has geared the team's tactics to their game.
Risk of excessive iodine intake with individual algae products
Many algae products contain high amounts of iodine - but warnings and precise information are usually missing. What consumer advice centers are now demanding.
Lynx in Thuringia have offspring again
The Thuringian lynx program has had a pregnant success. For the second time this year, offspring have been detected among the big cats. There has also been an increase in Saxony.
Seven ideas for Advent grouches in and around Dresden
Whether observatory, knitting cinema or alternative Advent calendar: how Dresdeners can spend the pre-Christmas period away from the Striezelmarkt and Stollen.
First registrations possible for 7-lake hike
The 7 Lakes Hike near Leipzig is coming up again next May. Registration is already possible at the end of November this time.
Successful Champions League start for Dresdner SC
After a three-year break, the Dresden SC women's volleyball team returned to the Champions League with a win. They defeated the Polish top team LKS Lodz in their first group match.
Magdeburg still without a point in the Champions League
Defending champions Magdeburg continue to show no weaknesses in the Champions League. The team from the city on the Elbe also managed the away task at RK Pelister in North Macedonia almost without any problems.
Record losses at Saxony's airports
A loss of 53.5 million euros: Saxony's airports report their worst result to date. What's behind the red figures.
Dresden Striezelmarkt opens for the 591st time
Shortly before the first Advent, the oldest Christmas market in Germany reopens in the heart of Dresden. Tens of thousands will flock there every day in the coming weeks - with consequences for traffic.
IHKs form working group for defense industry
Saxony's defense industry is networking in a new way: a new working group aims to strengthen companies, pool knowledge and give the industry a boost.
Full closure of bridge over tracks in Bad Schandau before the end
The work on the slope went faster than expected: cars can already drive over the railroad bridge again today.
Dresden cable cars start the winter season
Their technology has been put through its paces and now the popular historic trains are ready for passengers again. Both lines will be back in operation from Saturday.
Freiberg's university library wins prize for AI idea
The Saxon Library Prize 2025 is funding the AI concept of the University Library of the TU Bergakademie Freiberg with more than 10,000 euros. How the idea could change everyday life in libraries.
Coal phase-out: population decline in rural areas
The lignite mining regions in Lusatia and Central Germany are facing major changes due to the coal phase-out. According to one analysis, rural regions could shrink significantly by 2038.
Insolvency application: eSchwalbe has crashed
The Munich-based company Govecs has been manufacturing electric scooters under the name of the moped brand popular in the GDR for several years. Now it has to go to insolvency court.
After Munch comes Claus: New art show attracts visitors to Chemnitz
With the major Munch exhibition, the Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz have presented a highlight in the Capital of Culture program. Now the museum is turning its attention to an internationally acclaimed artist from the region.