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The SSC lost out to Dresden in the Super Cup and the first leg of the league tie. The Saxons were also better at the start of the third encounter, but in the end it was the champions who won for the first time.
Industry more optimistic, service providers and retail more skeptical: The Ifo Index shows a mixed picture for the East German economy in January.
The season opener in the Regionalliga Nordost has largely fallen victim to the weather conditions. The NOFV has ruled out a general cancellation in the future.
The EU Commission wants to reorganize agricultural funding from 2028 and guarantee less money. This could affect larger farms in eastern Germany in particular. The agriculture ministers want to prevent this.
The MBC arrived in Rostock with five defeats under its belt. In addition to two injured professionals, John Bryant was also missing. Nevertheless, the game was open in the final period, but the MBC missed out on a win.
Hansa Rostock continue their positive trend at the start of the second half of the season and are in the thick of the fight for promotion to the third division. But the 2:1 against Erzgebirge Aue is a happy one. The match-winner is Rostock's most coveted player.
While the business climate in the East remains stable overall, there are clear differences between industry, service providers, trade and the construction industry.
Formerly successful athletes, coaches and sports officials from the eastern German states died in 2025.
FC Hansa Rostock turns 60 on December 28. CEO and former player Ronald Maul talks about the club's significance, past and goals.
The automotive industry plays a major economic role in eastern Germany and thousands of jobs depend on it. 2024 was a difficult year. How have things gone so far in 2025?
One moment and the toddler has already swallowed something. Why reaching for the phone is better than asking the AI in such situations, according to an expert, and what peas have to do with it.
The good news: economic output in eastern Germany is growing. The bad news: Probably slower than assumed in the summer.
Christmas in the GDR came with crumpled tinsel and homemade presents under the tree. Some traditions live on to this day.
Christmas in the GDR came with crumpled tinsel and homemade presents under the tree. Some traditions live on to this day.
Wind and sun are setting records, but alternatives are needed when there is a lull. Why biogas is now in demand as a wild card in the electricity mix - and where new billions are flowing.
Tradition meets GDR cult object: How Simson indicators are delighting customers online as Christmas baubles - and why supplies remain scarce.
The supply of rental apartments on the major platforms is increasing, in some cases significantly. However, this is not yet reflected in prices. This is the situation in the federal states.
The supply of rental apartments on the major platforms is increasing, in some cases significantly. However, this is not yet reflected in prices. This is the situation in the federal states.
FC Hansa held on to coach Daniel Brinkmann and sporting director Amir Shapourzadeh when things were not going well in the 3rd division. The club management feels vindicated and makes important decisions.
It wasn't necessarily pretty this time, but Rostock are now winning games like this too. FC Erzgebirge can and must once again thank its captain.
Schwalbe, Star, Sperber, S50 and S51: GDR two-wheelers are now cult. The AfD has discovered the East German theme - other parties are following suit. But a fan from Kassel has his very own perspective.
The wolf population in Germany is stagnating at a fairly high level. Most of the animals live in Lower Saxony and Brandenburg.
Moose are repeatedly spotted in eastern Germany. But are they here to stay? What experts say about the return and habitat of the animals that once lived all over Germany.
The eastern German states are demanding that they continue to have a say in the distribution of EU funds. Why they are critical of the planned changes.
How is the mood in the East German economy developing? New figures on the business climate index provide insights.
The volleyball players of Dresdner SC make a perfect start to the season. The German cup winners beat champions Schwerin to win the Supercup.
The suspects are said to be masked, organized and ready to use violence: The police are taking action against the right-wing extremist group "Deutsche Jugend voran". It is about an attack in Berlin.
One year before the state elections in MV, head of government Schwesig is presented with a survey that she does not like. The AfD is also strong in other eastern states. Chancellor Merz hears this.
According to Thuringia's head of government, Voigt, eastern Germany's infrastructure plays a key role in security. Why he is insisting on more investment for the region.
For the federal government, diversity in management positions means that East Germans are also represented according to their share of the population. However, the development is slow.
The meeting of East German heads of government at Ettersburg Castle near Weimar will also focus on the turning point and defense structures. Prominent visitors have been announced.
The steel industry is not doing well. In the collective bargaining negotiations, IG Metall is therefore focusing on securing jobs. However, there should not be a complete lack of wage increases.
Some Dynamo Dresden supporters set fire to and destroyed property in Rostock. The club now has to pay for the violent behavior.
Damp weather in the summer sometimes resulted in full mushroom baskets. The poison control center in Erfurt also felt the effects of this, receiving more inquiries in August in particular.
Every month, the Dresden-based Ifo Institute surveys around 1,700 companies from various sectors about their situation and expectations. The mood improves in August.
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
Is pyrotechnics soccer culture or just dangerous? Hertha BSC follows a member resolution and advocates an end to association penalties for fan misconduct.
Even after 14 years, FC Erzgebirge still fail to win at home against FC Hansa. Goalkeeper Uphoff is Rostock's hero.
The mood in the East German economy is improving, with industry and construction in particular looking to the future with confidence. However, not all sectors share this optimism.
A group of adolescents and young adults are said to have planned attacks and used language and structures closely related to National Socialism. What a BGH ruling now reveals.
The EU Commission's plans for long-term financial planning include changes to agriculture. Farmers could receive around 20 percent less EU funding.
Cities such as Chemnitz, Erfurt and Rostock collect millions of euros from traffic violations. Mobile measuring trailers are being used more and more frequently.
Germany and Poland are once again carrying out border controls, affecting tens of thousands of travelers. Warsaw's assessment after one week: two dozen people were not allowed to enter the country.
There are still structural disadvantages in some regions of eastern Germany. Berlin's Senator for Economic Affairs would rather focus on successes.
Former members of the army or police in the GDR receive special and supplementary pensions. This is divided between the federal government and the eastern states, with the federal government now paying more. This is not enough for the eastern states.
Flax and Krümel, Mr. Fox and Mrs. Magpie. Struppi the puppy was also one of the stars of GDR children's television. Alongside his master Taddeus Punkt, he delighted the hearts of young viewers.
Poland has been carrying out checks at the border with Germany since Monday - there are already checks on the German side. The German government's commissioner for Poland wants practicable solutions and more openness.
Traffic jams are imminent with the start of the Polish border controls. There are already traffic jams on the Polish side due to the controls in Germany. The federal government is responding to a request from Brandenburg.
It gets off to an exciting start. The season kicks off with exciting matches for the trio of East German 3rd division teams. Aue and Rostock play each other. Cottbus will be visited by a rival from the previous season.
After reunification, the East German federal states took over a larger share of the payments for GDR special pensions. Now the federal government should increase its share, demands Thuringia's state government.
Every month, the Ifo Institute in Dresden surveys around 1,700 eastern German companies about their business situation and expectations for the coming months. The sentiment barometer fell slightly in June.
Supercup showdown: Schwerin wants the cup again after five years, Dresden is banking on home court advantage. The arena promises a great atmosphere.
The Niners Chemnitz will be competing internationally again in the coming season. This marks the next milestone in the club's development.
The "Mehr Demokratie" association sees the problem, particularly in eastern Germany, that the five-percent hurdle makes it more difficult to form a government. The association is therefore calling for a change.
The valley of tears has been passed. Researchers at the Ifo Institute in Dresden are cautiously optimistic about economic development in the East.
DeAndre Landsdowne is the last foreign professional to leave the Niners Chemnitz. Three new additions are coming to the European Capital of Culture.
The DFB has granted all 20 third division clubs a license for the coming season. The eastern trio also passed the performance audit.
The new German migration policy has also been met with criticism in Poland. At a meeting in Warsaw, the interior ministers of both countries struck a conciliatory tone.
The match between Hansa Rostock and Dynamo Dresden was overshadowed by rioting. The Rostock team will now receive their punishment, the Saxons will have to wait a little longer.
Former members of the army or police in the GDR receive special and supplementary pensions. This is shared between the federal government and the eastern states. Brandenburg's head of government hopes for changes.
East German companies are more optimistic again. The Ifo Institute has recorded a surprisingly strong increase in the business climate - and blames a key factor for this.
Berlin wants to bring the Olympics to Germany with four partner countries. There are considerations as to where which competitions could take place. An alliance is planning a referendum against the bid.
Once the "death strip", today the former German-German border is considered a biotope. Insects are now to be recorded along the Green Belt - this should also help with an application.
After promotion, transfer activities begin at Dynamo Dresden. The first move is in defense.
After promotion, transfer activities begin at Dynamo Dresden. The first move is in defense.
The Olympic dream keeps wafting through Germany. Now Berlin is getting serious with four partners. But there is still a long way to go.
The DOSB wants the Olympic Games to return to Germany. The capital and its four partners announce their bid.
A group of young people are suspected of being a right-wing extremist terrorist cell. The youngest suspect is 14 years old. Why are young people so radical?
East Germany has caught up economically in many areas. But the differences to the West remain visible.
Until the last matchday, it was unclear whether Leipzig or Halle would reach the promotion relegation play-off. Lok has the better nerves in the long-distance duel.
Energie and Hansa missed the chance to secure a relegation place. Dynamo celebrated second place, while Aue bowed out of the season with a draw.
SPD politician Petra Köpping was considered a promising candidate for the federal cabinet. The East German SPD state associations want her to carry more weight in the party.
The road to the top is still rocky for East Germans. However, a new study on the elites in Germany shows slow progress.
Dresden are celebrating after their defeat in Mannheim. Energie have relegation back in their own hands after victory in Rostock. Aue make a fool of themselves against Sandhausen.
Some of them literally stepped out of line. In the GDR, female action artists used various genres to challenge existing conditions.
East German companies are once again taking a more negative view of their situation. The Ifo Institute identifies two reasons for the poor mood.
The Niners squandered a 16-point lead against Rostock in the final quarter and forced overtime on the last shot.
Dynamo are two minutes short of the 2nd division, Rostock send hapless Sandhausen to the regional league. Cottbus no longer have promotion in their own hands.
Hansa fans surround a cab before a home game against Dresden. Three Dresden fans are sitting in it. It gets uncomfortable. The police have photos of the alleged perpetrators.
Dresden's door to the 2nd division is wide open, but it could slam shut for Energie. Hansa have their sights set on the relegation places. Aue had a day to forget.
A Bundeswehr convoy is rolling through the eastern German states. What drivers need to be aware of on the 450-kilometer route.
After their second victory over cup winners Dresdner SC, Schwerin are now just one win away from winning their 13th title in the club's history. Once again, the duel is a clear-cut affair.
All champions should be promoted. That is what the north-east regional leagues are demanding. There is a potentially groundbreaking meeting with the DFB leadership in Frankfurt.
Museums, theaters: many things would not work without volunteers. In Wittenberg, cultural associations from eastern Germany want to provide new impetus. This should also involve networks, young talent and promotion.
The business climate index in eastern Germany rose slightly in March. But not every sector believes in the upturn.
In the past, when there was talk of a north-south divide between the federal states, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg were often in the lead. Now things are different - say researchers from the south.
Salmonella is detected in a "Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate". The product is recalled. What should I do?
Berlin's mayor insists on more international flight connections - ideally from the capital's BER airport. He also wants better rail connections through eastern Germany.
Is the West actually aware of what is going on in the East? The state premiers are counting on the new federal government to hear the signals. And that investments worth billions will restore confidence.
Carsten Schneider from Thuringia has been the commissioner for the eastern German states since 2021. Something that will soon no longer be the case was important to him.
The East German minister presidents are unanimously calling for more influence in federal politics. Also in overcoming the economic crisis.
East Germans are currently not represented in the next state offices. This needs to change in the ministerial ranks, says Brandenburg's Minister President. And he has support.
Mario Voigt believes that the East should not only catch up, but also lead the way in business and innovation. The Thuringian head of government chairs his East German colleagues.
Eastern Germany's economy is somewhat more optimistic about the future. The Ifo index is rising slightly - but not all companies share this confidence.
The meetings of the East German heads of government are a tradition and will continue to be held 35 years after the fall of the Wall. The aim is to represent East German interests.
The eastern German federal states have formulated key demands for a future federal government. They are insisting on a position in the Chancellery.
Dynamo are unbeaten in four games, but are unable to make the most of Saarbrücken's slip-up. Cottbus thus catches up with a lucky win.
According to a media report, DFB President Bernd Neuendorf has ruled out an increase in the 3rd division proposed by 17 north-east clubs. He also does not believe that the DFB is responsible for finding solutions.
The eastern German cities would be delighted with the planned special infrastructure fund. However, they are demanding some improvements for its implementation.