Job cuts at Wacker: growing unrest at the Nünchritz plant
Uncertainty is growing at Wacker's Nünchritz plant: employees are waiting for clarity on the planned job cuts. Works councils demand binding commitments against compulsory redundancies.
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Infineon opens new chip factory in Dresden at the beginning of July
Infineon is opening its new chip factory in Dresden earlier than planned. With this billion-euro investment, the Group intends to meet the growing demand for semiconductors for future technologies.
State authorities should be speedboats instead of supertankers
Saxony's state administration must reorganize itself for cost reasons. The cabinet has issued so-called review mandates to the individual departments. Interior Minister Armin Schuster also sees it as the personnel's turn.
Associations call for the preservation of biodiversity in Leipzig
Leipzig should be a "municipality of biodiversity". This is what environmental organizations have in mind. However, construction projects are increasingly restricting habitats for plants and animals.
When the zebrafish heals itself with electricity
A flash of electricity in milliseconds, followed by a chemical wave and the tissue begins to grow. Researchers at TU Dresden and the Max Planck Institute have discovered how electrical signals control the healing of organs. A small fish provided the decisive insights.
Why guest cards often reach their limits in the East
Free bus and train, discounts and more - but why do some offers end at the district border? Where there are problems for holidaymakers and why the Thuringian Forest sees itself as a pioneer.
Dresden volleyball players win clearly against Mulhouse
The Dresden volleyball team has only reached the semi-finals of the CEV Cup once in its club history. Now the Bundesliga club once again has one foot in the round of the best four.
Experts shed light on the wonderful world of ground beetles
Ground beetles (Carabidae) are considered indicators of environmental change. This is another reason why researchers are fascinated by them. A meeting of experts is now taking place in Dresden.
Foundation landscape in Saxony continues to grow
Without foundations, funding in areas such as culture, education and social affairs would be unthinkable today. There are currently 688 foundations in Saxony, with 18 new ones added last year. This will continue in 2026.
Top match against Dortmund: Leipzig under pressure
The next few weeks will decide whether RB Leipzig can play in the Champions League next season. A sense of achievement against Borussia Dortmund is hugely important.
Slight increase in building permits in the East
After a sharp slump, the number of building permits in some eastern states is on the rise again. But there are also exceptions.
Gioia: Fine dining in the former greenhouse
At Gioia, two passionate craftsmen create culinary delights and enjoyment in a former nursery in Radebeul-Ost
"Precautionary measure": Dortmund's Schlotterbeck continues his break
Borussia Dortmund go into Saturday evening's Bundesliga top match at RB Leipzig with a tailwind from the Champions League. BVB have not been defeated in 15 games, but are again without four defenders.
Fish are getting smaller - and that changes everything
Large predatory fish are becoming rarer, while smaller species dominate. This has consequences for entire ecosystems. Researchers at iDiv Leipzig have analyzed data from almost 15,000 fish communities over decades. Their findings: food webs in oceans and rivers are changing worldwide, even where the number of species remains the same. Why this can pose a threat to bodies of water and what scientists are now calling for.
New S-Bahn trains for the Leipzig/Halle region from December
More space, modern technology and a direct connection to Naumburg: the improvements the new Mireo trains will bring for commuters and passengers from December.
Connecting stories - book fair aims to create encounters
From 18-hour reading marathons to debut stages: The book fair in Leipzig aims to bring the reading community together with new formats and diverse guests.
Most violent crimes nationwide - Deutsche Bahn reacts in Leipzig
Security offensive at Leipzig Central Station: state and federal police, the city and DB security forces are on patrol together. And even more is planned to protect passengers.
Around one billion euros in old debts at housing companies
The housing companies in East Germany have a huge legacy burden to bear - debts from the GDR era. The Left has long been calling for a remedy. Because the debt burden is preventing investment.
Hubert and Staller tomcats reunited after theft
The Birman tomcats Hubert and Staller formed a close-knit team in the Allgäu region - until the owner's neighbors moved and Staller disappeared without a trace. Then the police intervened.
Lighter than aluminum: How to make magnesium fit for industry
A metal that is lighter than aluminum and yet is hardly used - this is now set to change. Researchers at TU Bergakademie Freiberg have spent three years working on making magnesium fit for industry. With hydrogen, clever processes and a new alloy, they have succeeded. The first prototypes prove it: This material has a future.
Voigt's accusations against the TU-Chemnitz - what the university says about it
Minister President Mario Voigt is under pressure due to the withdrawal of his doctorate. He accuses Chemnitz University of Technology of changing the rules of the game in plagiarism proceedings. What is this all about?
Foundation landscape in Saxony continues to grow
Without foundations, funding in areas such as culture, education and social affairs would be unthinkable today. There are currently 688 foundations in Saxony, with 18 new ones added last year. This will continue in 2026.
Niners Chemnitz win after two overtimes
The Chemnitz basketball team is moving closer to the play-off places in the Bundesliga. They will need a lot of staying power to win against Heidelberg, who are bottom of the table.
Magdeburg books quarter-final ticket in the Champions League
Defending champions SC Magdeburg remain unbeaten in the Champions League. On matchday 11, SCM secured an early place in the quarter-finals with a win against GOG.
Thüringer HC clearly loses top match
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team can only hold their own against league leaders Borussia Dortmund in the first half. After the changeover, all the dams break in defense.
Theater project sheds light on the legacy of Simson in Suhl
An art project aims to tell the eventful history of the Simson and its significance for East German identity from different perspectives. Citizens can get involved.
Dynamo Dresden must pay a fine of 80,000 euros
Dynamo Dresden must once again pay a fine for the misconduct of its supporters. A third of this can be used for preventative measures.
When the wind blows too much: HZDR Dresden researches battery solution
Large batteries could store surplus wind and solar power and be cheap and durable at the same time. But many of these batteries age too quickly. Researchers from the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf have now looked into a red-hot battery with X-rays and found out why.
East German car plants rely heavily on electric cars
A particularly large number of electric cars are rolling off the production line in eastern Germany. Why the future nevertheless remains uncertain.