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.
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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.
Kretschmer re-elected as head of the CDU in Saxony
Michael Kretschmer has been at the helm of the CDU in Saxony since 2017. This will remain the case for the next two years.
Closing time: Chemnitz says bye-bye as Capital of Culture
For the fourth time, a German city was European Capital of Culture. In 2025, Chemnitz made a name for itself with its diverse cultural offerings. An extraordinary year ends for the city.
Dobrindt wants to increase deportations to Afghanistan
Federal Minister of the Interior Dobrindt is planning more deportations of criminals. Scheduled flights are also to be used in future.
Dynamo Dresden sign talent Müller to professional contract
Promoted Dynamo Dresden are still waiting for their first home win of the season in the Bundesliga 2. A defender celebrates his debut in the away win in Bochum. Now comes the next step.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe: Assets must be distributed differently
Large fortunes are inherited in Germany. The Commissioner for Eastern Europe sees a need for action - and not just between East and West.
Saxony's daycare needs are falling - but the gap remains
Within five years, the number of young children has fallen by almost 25 percent. An IW study shows the consequences this has for daycare places and long-term planning.
SA/ice rink in Jonsdorf open again
Ice sports in Jonsdorf have a tradition going back more than 70 years. It was a low blow when the municipality in the Zittau Mountains had to close its ice rink. Now operations are starting under new management.
Fewer highway accidents involving trucks in Saxony
There were hundreds of accidents involving trucks on Saxony's highways last year. One section in particular is frequently affected. But the number is falling. The Ministry of the Interior gives reasons.
Stinky-fingered nutcracker fights against cheap copies
Who is the nutcracker giving the finger to? The story behind the rebellious wooden figure from Seiffen.
Farewell to the Capital of Culture year with rave and mountain parade
Chemnitz rings out the Capital of Culture year and combines tradition and party for the finale. There will be open-air dancing in the city center.
CDU elects new party leadership
The Saxon Union is electing a new state executive at a party conference in Leipzig. How will party leader and Minister President Michael Kretschmer fare?
Meager zero number at Borussia-Park
After ten goals in three games and nine points, Borussia-Park is set for a meagre fare this time. However, the opponents are still second in the table.
Aue remain in relegation zone - 1:3 at Wehen-Wiesbaden
Aue take the lead in Wiesbaden, but fail to extend it. Two wild cards put a spanner in the works for Aue.
Gladbach fans protest in silence
There are also fan protests at Borussia-Park on this match day. However, it is not against RB Leipzig as usual, nor is it about the new stadium name for the coming season.
Dozens of violations during traffic checks at the Agra Bridge
Too heavy, too fast: the police have found a number of violations during checks on the Agra Bridge. Why the rules for vehicles over 3.5 tons are particularly strict.
Eastern countries want to develop hydrogen network together
The eastern German states want to benefit from green hydrogen together. A study is to show how municipalities and industry can catch up.
AfD considers timetable for staff cuts inadequate
The AfD accuses the Saxon government of moving at a snail's pace with the planned staff cuts. According to the AfD, everything needs to happen much faster without weakening schools, courts and the police, for example.
Fortuna in Dresden without El Azzouzi, but "with a broad chest"
Fortuna Düsseldorf are hoping for a turnaround after their win against Magdeburg. The next step out of the crisis is to be taken against relegation candidates Dynamo Dresden. El Azzouzi is suspended.