Plauen applies for "Day of the Saxons" 2027
After 30 years, Plauen wants to host the "Day of the Saxons" again. Why the festival only takes place every two years and what the city hopes to gain from it.
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50Hertz releases more than 40,000 environmental data on the south-east link
From birds to hamsters: the new data on the south-east link documents around 330 protected species along the planned power line.
"Schlingel" film festival offers nine premieres
Nine premieres, films from 58 countries and an XXL children's jury: the "Schlingel" festival is celebrating its anniversary. What the Chemnitz children's film festival is bringing to the big screen this time.
Science Minister wants a "new start-up era" in Saxony
Science Minister Gemkow is focusing on more start-ups from research. The path from idea to company is to be made easier. However, there is criticism from the opposition about reduced funding.
Sugar production in Saxony-Anhalt has begun
The production of sugar must not be interrupted for various reasons. The manufacturer Pfeifer & Langen is therefore working non-stop until January.
Just do it - Commissioner for Eastern Europe honors initiatives
Many villages now lack a pub or store - and sometimes also a place to exchange ideas. What can be done? Dozens of ideas are being honored in the "Machen 2025" competition.
Germany as a semiconductor location? Companies advertise in Taiwan
If you want to stay on the ball with AI and computer chips, you need semiconductors. Germany is courting cooperation in the high-tech country of Taiwan. What role Saxony of all places plays in this.
Doering Glass closes Radeburg plant with 120 employees
After more than 90 years, production at Doering Glass in Radeburg is coming to an end. There is still hope for another site in Berlin.
More homeless people in Saxony - one in four is a minor
The number of homeless people in Saxony has risen significantly in recent years. Why this is and who is most frequently affected.
Head of deaconry: "Have a nose for where the fire is greatest"
The voluntary welfare sector is important for what holds the state together at its core. However, the work of the associations is often slowed down by excessive control.
Plans for Saxony-Franconia main line still on ice
Despite the economic benefits, the expansion of the Saxony-Franconia main line has been halted. It remains to be seen when it will continue - although passenger numbers are increasing significantly.
State parliament deals with wind energy
Two motions on wind power are on the agenda. Other topics include science, forest fires and taxes for the super-rich.
Emotional DEL start: promoted Dresden without a chance
Thanks to an experienced performance, champions Berlin clearly win the East derby against the newly promoted team from Saxony. Things got emotional in the middle of the game.
Landesbühnen celebrate 80 years - new season with 24 premieres
From the opera classic "The Magic Flute" to the contemporary play "The Blueprint": the Landesbühnen are starting the new season with a varied program.
Hiking trail to connect Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland
A new hiking trail is to connect the national parks in Germany and the Czech Republic from 2026. What can visitors expect on the route?
Banzuzi and Haidara miss RB Leipzig's training kick-off
RB Leipzig have started their preparations for the game in Mainz without any selected players and two injured professionals. Henrichs is still only in recovery training.
Wind power - Saxony wants to strengthen municipalities with a levy
Wind turbine operators are to pay affected municipalities in Saxony more money from 2026. The issue is now being discussed in the state parliament. Opinions differ.
Kretschmer warns of the consequences of the end of combustion engines from 2035
Saxony's head of government Kretschmer considers the ban on new combustion engines from 2035 to be a mistake. Why he sees negative consequences for jobs and industry.
Timber work on a steep slope: use for special cable crane
Adventure on a steep slope: tree trunks weighing up to two tons are pulled with a cable crane in the Ore Mountains. What can go wrong and why forest conversion is so risky.
"The Ossis can do it too" - Viola Klein on the creative power of East Germans
The HOPE Gala in Dresden has been committed to providing medical aid for children for two decades. The focus is also on young people. Despite challenges, the project remains stable.
SCM coach Wiegert sets two Champions League targets
Three wins in the Bundesliga no longer count for Magdeburg coach Wiegert at the start of the new Champions League season. The coach is hoping for a good start to the title defense mission.
Leipzig Book Fair focuses on Danube literature
How does the Danube as a European river shape literature and identities? The Leipzig Book Fair aims to provide answers with a new program line.
HOPE Gala 2025: Reiner Meutsch receives the 15th HOPE Award
The HOPE Gala honors Reiner Meutsch, founder of FLY & HELP, for his contribution to education and development aid on September 27, 2025 at the Dresden Schauspielhaus.
Saxony launches participation for new state development plan
Housing, nature, transport: the new state development plan wants to reorganize many things. Who can get involved until October 12 and what participation is really about.
Cyclist seriously injured in collision with streetcar
A 45-year-old woman is taken to hospital after a collision with a streetcar. How the accident happened on Tuesday morning in Leipzig.
Fight against tiger mosquitoes in Dresden: traps are being examined
Dresden is hunting the "flying zebra": traps are to show where the dangerous Asian tiger mosquito is up to mischief. What is behind the campaign - and why is vigilance required?
Diakonie Saxony: "Housing shortage is no longer a marginal phenomenon"
Affordable housing is in short supply, especially in large cities. Thousands of people seek help from Diakonie.
Schuster: "No stone left unturned" after NSU murders
25 years ago, Enver Şimşek was the first victim to be killed by the far-right NSU. Looking back, Saxony's Interior Minister Schuster speaks of a complete state failure.
Saxony defends first place in education study
It's almost routine: Saxony has once again been declared the winner in education this year in a study by the German Economic Institute. Why?