BSW founds its own youth association in Saxony
The BSW has founded its youth association for Saxony in Chemnitz. The newly elected leadership duo wants to campaign for social issues.
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Federal government funds NSU center in Chemnitz with 1.2 million euros
More than 14,000 people have visited the NSU Center in Chemnitz since May 2025. It is now receiving further support from the federal government - and is to be made permanent.
In the summer of 2026: Vind succeeds Hornke at Magdeburg
Oskar Vind will succeed Tim Hornke in the right wing position at SC Magdeburg. The 25-year-old Dane will join the city on the Elbe from Champions League participant GOG in the summer of 2026.
RB Leipzig must rebuild defense after Baku injury
The personnel problems at RB Leipzig are getting worse. After new international Ouédraogo, defender Baku is now also out of the cup against Magdeburg.
RB Leipzig must do without national team player Baku in the cup
RB Leipzig's personnel problems are getting worse. After new international Ouédraogo, defender Baku is now also out of the cup against Magdeburg.
Glass woman now on display in air-conditioned showcase
The best conditions for a trademark of the German Hygiene Museum in Dresden: the ravages of time have also taken their toll on the Glass Woman. Now the celebrity is being doubly protected.
Dresdner Eislöwen sign Fleming as new head coach
Following the dismissal of head coach Sundblad, DEL bottom team Dresden has found a successor. The Canadian Fleming is supposed to prevent relegation. He knows the league.
Housing associations in the south-east under pressure to renovate
In the south-east, the cost of refurbishment is rising while rents remain low. Housing associations warn: without new subsidy models, the housing stock threatens to become a burden.
Czech Republic tightens rules for fireworks
There is now a nationwide ban on fireworks around hospitals, retirement and nursing homes and animal farms in the Czech Republic. Violators face heavy fines. Sales at market stalls are prohibited.
Timetable change brings changes to Abellio services
The timetable change brings new transfers, changed departure times and shorter journey times. What will change for passengers and commuters on Abellio trains.
More young people start craft training in East Saxony
Apprenticeship contracts in the skilled trades are increasing in East Saxony. Why many young people are choosing regional companies and what opportunities they offer.
Racist incident in Dresden: DFB praises referees and clubs
How the refereeing team and both clubs reacted to the incident in Dresden - and why the DFB highlighted their actions.
No money from the federal government for Saxon railroad lines - criticism
The 2026 federal budget is a done deal. But no money is planned for Saxon railroad lines. This is causing resentment and criticism in the Free State.
Stories on the fingertip: miniature books from Leipzig
Tiny books with more than 90 pages: Kathrin Hohensee brings entire cities and adventures into the doll's house - and delights collectors all over the world.
SC DHfK Leipzig fights for a draw against Hanover
On coach Carstens' home debut, the Leipzig Bundesliga handball team trailed for a long time. They secure a point with an energetic performance.
Racist incident at the Dresden v Düsseldorf match
During an injury break, a Dresden spectator insults a Düsseldorf player. The latter makes the incident public.
Rossipal and Vermeij again: Dynamo beat Düsseldorf
The first second division home win in 1456 days puts Dynamo in a good position ahead of the Christmas break. However, an apparently serious injury puts a damper on the joy.
End of the curse: Dresden achieves first home win
Dynamo fans had to wait seven games for a three-pointer in their own stadium. In the important second division basement duel against Fortuna Düsseldorf, Dresden has now managed to break the deadlock.
Dresden stollen bakers assemble XXL Striezel
Sweet, huge, mighty: Dresden bakers have put together their traditional giant stollen. If you want a piece of it, you have to come to the Striezelmarkt next Saturday.
Dresden stollen bakers assemble XXL Striezel
Sweet, huge, mighty: Dresden bakers have put together their traditional giant stollen. If you want a piece of it, you have to come to the Striezelmarkt next Saturday.
Galloping across the A4 - police stop runaway horses
The scene is reminiscent of some western movies: Several patrol cars are chasing two horses that have escaped from a paddock along roads in eastern Thuringia.
More than 3,000 people in Saxony are living with HIV infection
Several thousand people in Saxony are infected with HIV. Why Social Minister Köpping demands respect in dealing with those affected.
"Nothing achieved": Magdeburg does not fall into euphoria
1. FC Magdeburg keeps up with the non-relegation places with a 3-0 win over Nuremberg. The team at the bottom of the table was delighted with three striker goals that have become rare.
Thousands of young Saxons receive mail from the Bundeswehr
The German government wants to use a questionnaire to find out which young people are eligible for the Bundeswehr - but how many Saxons would be affected?
Association of Cities asks for emergency aid
Ahead of a meeting, the President of the Association of German Cities is appealing to the federal and state governments: without rapid support, local authorities are threatened with severe cuts - from social work to city festivals.
Magdeburg liberation blow against Nuremberg
1. FC Magdeburg ends its losing streak against Nuremberg. The team from the Elbe city dominated the game against the Franconians, benefited from a sending-off and deserved to win.
SC Magdeburg celebrates another resounding victory
Magdeburg's Bundesliga handball team also confidently lives up to its role as favorites in Minden. After difficulties at the start, SCM dominated both offensively and defensively.
Dresden volleyball players remain on the road to success
Three days after their opening win in the Champions League, Dresden SC's volleyball players also successfully completed their task in the Bundesliga and clearly defeated Aachen.
Kretschmer: "Chemnitz has written cultural history"
Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture in 2025. The year helped to bring Europe closer together, says Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer.