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.
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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?
Saxony's Industry Dialogue discusses the future of mobility
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
Light into the dark: Special installations beckon here
In the dark season, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are particularly illuminated in some places. Where there will soon be something radiant to see.
Why there are not public toilets everywhere
While strolling, between appointments, while waiting for the streetcar - suddenly you have to go to the toilet. But where? And how much does it actually cost the cities?
Niners Chemnitz celebrate first away win in the Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team put in an impressive performance for a long time in Trento, but had to tremble briefly at the end after taking a 22-point lead.
Man hit by streetcar in Leipzig - seriously injured
A 30-year-old man falls under a streetcar at Westplatz and is seriously injured. How the accident happened and how the man is doing now.
Leag builds huge battery storage facility at Boxberg site
Leag is building a huge electricity storage facility in Boxberg, Saxony, together with a Chinese energy storage provider and Siemens Energy. The facility is intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies.
Agra Bridge: Leipzig renews demand for tunnel
A tunnel instead of a bridge to replace the Agra Bridge - this is what the Mayor of Leipzig is advocating. However, Infrastructure Minister Kraushaar has already commissioned the planning of a bridge.
Ouédraogo youngest German debut goalscorer since 1954
Debut in a DFB jersey, first goal and now a record-breaking one. It was an unforgettable evening for Leipzig's Ouédraogo in his own stadium.
EU Commission allows billions for Leag coal phase-out
The German government may compensate the energy company Leag for its coal phase-out with a billion-euro sum. The EU Commission does not consider the funding of up to 1.75 billion euros to be a breach of EU state aid rules, as the authority announced in Brussels.Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All ..
IT employee copies electoral register - investigation closed
The 55-year-old copied the electoral roll with the data of around 430,000 Dresden residents onto an external storage device. He is unlikely to face criminal charges for this.
Ministry of Culture sees trend reversal in lesson absenteeism
The shortfall in teaching at schools is an ongoing issue in Saxon politics. Now, for the first time in a long time, there is a glimmer of hope. However, criticism continues.