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After New Year's Eve, the cityscape is often reminiscent of a battlefield. Military comparisons are also appropriate in other respects. Doctors often have to deal with serious injuries after firecracker accidents.
Leipzig's Bundesliga handball team fails to make a statement in the relegation battle before the European Championship break. A weak second half leads to defeat against the Rhein-Neckar Löwen.
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team successfully return to action after the World Cup break. However, the favorites struggle at BSV Sachsen Zwickau.
The number of flu cases in Saxony is rising, with children particularly affected. At the same time, coronavirus infections are falling for the first time this season.
The "objekt klein a" is one of the best-known techno clubs in Dresden. And like so many others, it is in trouble. Nevertheless, Managing Director Josefine Went is hopeful about the coming year.
The team from Weißenfels suffered a bitter defeat in the Quarterback Arena in Leipzig. Even Charles Callison's strong performance was not enough to secure their eighth win of the season.
However, Minister Gemkow promises that universities and research will be strengthened despite the tight budget situation. He wants to bring selected areas forward.
The zoos in Saxony want to create new habitats for their animals - but in most cases, admission prices remain stable. Only Leipzig is raising prices. What visitors can expect in 2026.
FC Hansa Rostock turns 60 on December 28. CEO and former player Ronald Maul talks about the club's significance, past and goals.
The number of refugees from Ukraine has risen sharply again in Saxony. On the other hand, fewer asylum seekers from other countries arrived.
One guild is really stressed on Christmas Eve: men with white beards and red coats. In Leipzig, a Santa Claus in a colorful vehicle has been on the road for a long time, causing much joy.
Winning millions in the lottery and never having to worry about money again - that's what many people dream of. How many lucky people have achieved this in Saxony this year?
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team put in a strong performance for a long time against Besiktas Istanbul, but almost let a big lead slip away in the final quarter.
Magdeburg announces the contract extension of right winger Daniel Pettersson. Magdeburg and Kiel then play a match of equals, in which the visitors snatch a point from SCM.
Why the court rates the public interest in electricity supply higher than climate protection - and why coal mining can continue in eastern Saxony.
Dresden records a good year for its 591st Striezelmarkt. The mulled wine flowed in torrents. A baby carriage even ended up in the market's lost and found office. Chemnitz is also satisfied.
Despite generous donations of goods, the food banks in Saxony are experiencing rising expenditure. The association is still dependent on support.
General uncertainty is dampening consumers' desire to spend. This was also confirmed in Saxony during this year's Christmas sales.
Associations warn against giving animals as presents at Christmas. Some animal shelters have a freeze on placements until January. However, anyone who wants to help the dogs or cats can do so.
The Malian international wore the RB jersey for seven years. He will not be returning to Saxony after the Africa Cup.
The Austrian Reichert is leaving the THC in the summer. A potential replacement for the top scorer is already being lined up.
Many doctors go on vacation over Christmas and New Year's Eve. Medical help is still available. The most important contact points in Saxony.
Lots of Beethoven, great Italian opera and masterpieces of concert literature. At the turn of the year, the orchestras in Saxony have catchy tunes in their program.
Tourism in Saxony has weakened somewhat this year. Experts also see a lack of major events as a reason for this. Nevertheless, the overall balance is considered to be good.
Germany needs more speed, but not a snail's pace, says Michael Kretschmer, Prime Minister of Saxony. With regard to reforms, he still sees plenty of room for improvement.
Dresden is closely associated with the painter Caspar David Friedrich. A circular trail is currently being created in his footsteps.
The first verse of the Deutschlandlied is played at a Bundeswehr Christmas party. The incident has consequences.
The AfD feels unfairly treated by the Office for the Protection of the Constitution and speaks of "arbitrary" assessments. The Saxon Ministry of the Interior refers to the previous procedure.
At the second attempt it works. The former professional succeeds Thomas Brendel, who has been released from his post.