Rainy weather slows down grain harvest in Saxony
Just over a month ago, Saxony's farmers rang in the grain harvest. But there is still a lot of grain and rapeseed in the fields. Rain is slowing farmers down. What are the consequences?
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"Kaisermania" attracts tens of thousands of pop fans to the banks of the Elbe
Every year, the banks of the Elbe in Dresden are transformed into a Schlager party zone for "Kaisermania". Roland Kaiser once again gives four concerts there. Tickets have long been sold out.
Culture
25.07.2025 04:32
University of Hamburg examines references to Brosius-Gersdorf's doctoral thesis
Initially, the University of Hamburg had no sufficient evidence of possible scientific errors by the judge candidate Brosius-Gersdorf. Now that has changed.
Politics
24.07.2025 19:26
Mitteldeutscher BC completes squad with Khyri Thomas
Mitteldeutsche BC has finalized its Bundesliga squad with an experienced ex-professional from the NBA. The cup winners have brought in an American who has already been signed by the Niners.
Sports
24.07.2025 16:42
Concern about plans for new nuclear power plant in the Czech Republic
Unlike Germany, the Czech Republic is committed to nuclear energy and wants to build new plants near the border. This has met with rejection in Saxony. However, the Greens are missing a clear statement from the government.
Economy
24.07.2025 13:52
Luca Herrmann returns to Dresden from Paderborn
Dresden is looking forward to a returnee. A previous contact with the current Dynamo coach is the decisive factor.
Sports
24.07.2025 13:17
RB women start against Bayern in Red Bull Arena
Coach Jonas Stephan's newly-formed Leipzig team will start the new season as a big unknown. Women's champions FC Bayern Munich will be welcomed to the Red Bull Arena.
Sports
24.07.2025 12:21
"Knödelexpress" to Prague remains partially intact
The rail connection between Berlin and Prague was also popular with many travelers because of the nostalgic dining cars. Some of the trains will still have them.
Economy
24.07.2025 11:52
Saxony wants to set up a special commission on Islamism
The police in Saxony already have special commissions for right-wing and left-wing extremism. Now another one is to be added for a third problem area.
Politics
24.07.2025 11:22
Site of GDR adventure pool SEZ: Feasibility study awarded
After years of legal disputes over the use of the GDR's flagship adventure pool, the derelict site is now set to make progress.
Economy
24.07.2025 11:02
Refugee Council criticizes deportations to Turkey
How dangerous is it for Kurdish refugees to return to Turkey? For the Saxon Refugee Council, the situation is clear.
Politics
24.07.2025 08:16
Highfield Festival with Ferris wheel again this year
A year ago, the Highfield Festival was overshadowed by the fire on a Ferris wheel. The investigation is still ongoing. The organizers are looking ahead.
Culture
24.07.2025 04:02
Yazidi family deported - urgent application ran in parallel
As the deportation flight of a Yazidi family to Iraq is being prepared, an urgent appeal against the threat of deportation arrives. It is successful, but the family was required to leave the country.
Politics
23.07.2025 17:51
Demolition of the Carola Bridge in the final stages
Last September, part of the Carola Bridge in Dresden collapsed. Soon the structure from the 1970s will be completely history.
Politics
23.07.2025 14:41
Minimum wage increase: around one in five jobs affected
The minimum wage increases on January 1. Around 359,000 employees in Saxony will benefit from this, many of them in the hospitality industry. The industry criticizes the excessive economic burden.
Economy
23.07.2025 14:17
Insolvency administrator: Potential investors for Meyer Burger
Short-time working, standstill, filing for insolvency: how good are the chances of rescue for solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger? The insolvency administrator speaks of a good response in the search for investors.
Economy
23.07.2025 14:17
Bleak prospects for the solar industry
Millions of solar installations, but hardly any German technology left: more and more insolvency applications are weighing on the long-troubled industry. According to experts, the solar boom is also slowing down in Germany.
Economy
23.07.2025 14:16
After failed deportation: Schuster wants tougher rules
Three Afghans were due to be deported - but they disappeared shortly before the flight. Two remain unaccounted for. Saxony's interior minister speaks of a system error and calls for consequences.
Politics
23.07.2025 14:16
Fares on local public transport in eastern Saxony rise by 7 percent
Bus and train tickets in eastern Saxony will be more expensive from August - with exceptions for schoolchildren and occasional travelers. What will change for passengers and who can benefit despite the price increase.
Economy
23.07.2025 14:16
RB Leipzig to training camp - interest in Chelsea professional
RB Leipzig are traveling to Donaueschingen for a week-long training camp with an oversized squad. At the same time, a swap deal with Chelsea FC could be in the offing.
Sports
23.07.2025 14:12
Special gender symbols remain banned in Saxony's schools
In Saxony's schools, gendering with special characters is not permitted and is considered a mistake. This will not change with the new Minister of Education Clemens.
Education
23.07.2025 14:10
Greens demand stop to Elbe expansion
The Elbe between nature conservation and shipping: for the Greens, it is clear where the path should lead in view of declining cargo handling. Towards more nature conservation and tourism as an economic factor.
Environment
23.07.2025 13:01
Pilots: Leipzig is the safest German airport
German airports could be even safer if the runways were better secured. The Vereinigung Cockpit pilots' union in Leipzig has found exemplary solutions.
Economy
23.07.2025 11:40
Section of the Saxony-Franconia Main Line closed
The Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being modernized at great expense. A section in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
Economy
22.07.2025 15:19
Dresden Municipal Libraries are "Library of the Year"
This year's national library prize goes to Dresden. The award is endowed with 20,000 euros.
Culture
22.07.2025 14:03
Restrictions on the Leipzig-Dresden commuter route
The expansion of the Leipzig-Dresden railroad line is nearing its finale. At the end of July, travelers will once again have to live with restrictions.
Economy
22.07.2025 13:41
Jutta Emes appointed new rector of the Bergakademie
The Freiberg Mining Academy has a long history dating back to the 18th century. Now, for the first time, a woman is taking over the leadership of the university.
Education
22.07.2025 12:37
Almost every tenth child receives educational support
If parents are overwhelmed or conflicts are simmering in the family, parenting support comes into play. Counseling services are used particularly often.
Social
22.07.2025 12:16
Possible deportation flight to Iraq imminent
Just a few days ago, criminals were deported to Afghanistan. Now another possible deportation flight is about to take place at Leipzig Airport. The destination this time: Iraq.
Politics
22.07.2025 10:08