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National & Local

AfD: Here, networking is of utmost importance

The article discusses accusations of favoritism within the AfD party's Saxony-Anhalt state branch.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:04 UTC
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National & Local

AfD in Saxony-Anhalt: This is how the power grab is made difficult

The article discusses the challenges the AfD faces in gaining power in Saxony-Anhalt and highlights the importance of democratic principles.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
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National & Local

AfD in Saxony-Anhalt: This is how the seizure of power is made difficult

The AfD's potential rise to power in Saxony-Anhalt is a complex issue that raises concerns about the implications for democracy and the rule of law in Germany.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
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National & Local

Nepotism in AfD: AfD Delegate Uhr Excluded from Regional Group

Martina Uhr has been excluded from the AfD's regional group in Lower Saxony due to hiring her partner and his daughter in her parliamentary office, a practice that violates Bundestag rules.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Far-Right Party Accused of "Systematic Nepotism"

The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) faces allegations of systematically favoring friends and relatives in the lead-up to state and local elections in Germany.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
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National & Local

Saxony-Anhalt: The fight against the AfD impoverishes democracy

The article argues that the measures taken against the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt are harming the democratic fabric.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
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National & Local

Saxony-Anhalt: The fight against the AfD makes democracy poorer

The article discusses the implications of new legislation in Saxony-Anhalt aimed at strengthening democratic resilience against the AfD without directly naming the party.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
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National & Local

Parliamentary Reform: How Saxony-Anhalt Plans to Protect Itself from the AfD

Saxony-Anhalt is pushing for a parliamentary reform to counter the rising influence of the AfD ahead of upcoming state elections.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:48 UTC
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National & Local

Trainee Program: Saxony No Longer Wants to Be a Refuge for Extremists

The Saxony state government aims to prevent extremists from entering its judicial trainee program, which had previously accepted candidates rejected by other states.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:07 UTC
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National & Local

AfD Lower Saxony: A 'System of Abuse of Power' in the AfD?

The AfD is currently facing internal turmoil as Euro MP Anja Arndt accuses party officials of a structural system of power abuse, intimidation, and potentially criminal activities in Lower Saxony.

Feb 22 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Saxon Separatists: It's in the Family

Two brothers are on trial in Dresden as part of an alleged terrorist organization with connections to far-right groups.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
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National & Local

Relatives Affair: Sports Friends in the AfD Office - at the Expense of Taxpayers

A regional football club from Saxony-Anhalt is at the center of a controversy involving relatives of AfD politicians employed at taxpayer expense.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:13 UTC
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National & Local

Saxony-Anhalt: Alarm over espionage in the AfD

The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt is unsettled by rumors of espionage linked to a recent nepotism scandal.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
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National & Local

German state blacklists right-wing party for first time

Authorities in Lower Saxony have designated a local chapter of the AfD party as a surveillance priority due to perceived extremist tendencies.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

AfD in Lower Saxony: 'Itโ€™s about exposing, dismissing, disarming'

The AfD in Lower Saxony has been elevated to 'observation object' status by the federal office for protection of the constitution, prompting the party to announce legal action against the decision.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
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National & Local

The secret service in Lower Saxony considers AfD to be demonstrably extremist

The secret service in Lower Saxony has identified the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as demonstrably extremist.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Blog: AfD Lower Saxony to be Monitored by the Constitutional Protection Agency

The AfD party in Lower Saxony has been classified by the stateโ€™s Constitutional Protection Agency as an object of significant observation due to its alignment with extremist right-wing activities.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
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National & Local

Internal Security: Lower Saxony Classifies AfD as 'Extremist'

Lower Saxony has classified the AfD party as 'extremist' due to its right-wing ideologies, as stated by the state minister of the interior.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
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National & Local

'Archaeological sensation' discovered at ancient Roman military camps

Archaeologists have uncovered ancient Roman marching camps in Saxony-Anhalt, marking a significant discovery in Eastern Germany.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
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National & Local

Nepotism: What Extent the Scandals in the AfD Have

The AfD faces increasing allegations of nepotism, with relatives of parliamentarians being employed in other members' offices, raising concerns about the scandal's implications beyond Saxony-Anhalt.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:02 UTC
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National & Local

Saxony-Anhalt: Here the Self-Service Mentality Among AfD MPs is Revealed

The article discusses allegations of nepotism and financial misconduct among AfD representatives in the Saxony-Anhalt parliament, highlighting contradictions to the party's claims of integrity.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:27 UTC
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National & Local

State Elections in the East: CDU Faces an Unwelcome Alternative

The CDU in East Germany is facing a potential political dilemma with the upcoming state elections, having to reconsider its stance on coalition politics.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:02 UTC
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National & Local

Animal Welfare in Cattle Stalls: Lower Saxony Outshines Bavaria in Animal Well-Being

Lower Saxony is set to surpass Bavaria in animal welfare standards by banning tethering of cattle in the state.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
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National & Local

Relatives Affair: Own Members See Election Victory in Saxony-Anhalt as Endangered

Unrest is growing within the AfD party due to allegations of nepotism ahead of the upcoming Saxony-Anhalt state elections.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
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National & Local

New Prime Minister Schulze demands citizen income only with reciprocity

Saxony-Anhalt's new Prime Minister Sven Schulze proposes a model for citizen income that requires healthy recipients to perform community service.

Feb 8 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
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National & Local

New Prime Minister Schulze demands citizenโ€™s money only with compensation

Saxony-Anhalt's new Prime Minister Sven Schulze proposes requiring public work from recipients of citizen's money to justify state support.

Feb 8 โ€ข 03:32 UTC
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National & Local

Nepotism in the AfD: Everything for the Family

The allegations of nepotism within the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt may pose a significant threat to the party, revealing their self-interest rather than commitment to the region.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:28 UTC
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National & Local

Against "Radical Narratives" โ€“ Head of the Protection of the Constitution Calls for Political Education in Primary Schools

In light of increasing radicalization among youth, the President of the Lower Saxony Office for the Protection of the Constitution advocates for political education to begin in primary schools to instill democratic values earlier.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
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National & Local

AfD in Saxony-Anhalt: It Remains in the Family

Allegations suggest the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has established a system of nepotism, with accusations also targeting leading candidate Ulrich Siegmund.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
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World

The Secrets of the Medieval Tunnel Discovered in Germany

Archaeologists in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, have discovered a narrow underground tunnel along with poorly preserved clustered graves from the Late Neolithic period.

Feb 6 โ€ข 09:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Detained, interrogated, office searched - The access to AfD politician Dornau in the state parliament

Saxony's AfD politician Jรถrg Dornau is under investigation regarding his business dealings in Belarus, involving forced labor and potential violations of EU sanctions.

Feb 4 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Saxony: Investigations against AfD politician Dornau

Saxony's AfD politician Jรถrg Dornau is under investigation by prosecutors for allegedly violating foreign trade laws.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Detained from the Saxon State Parliament โ€“ Police Arrest AfD Politician Jรถrg Dornau

AfD politician Jรถrg Dornau was arrested by police in the Saxon State Parliament in Dresden, with a simultaneous search of his residence and vehicles being conducted.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
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National & Local

Snow Chaos in Hesse - Trucks Stranded - DWD Warns of Ice - School Cancellations in Lower Saxony

Due to winter weather, people in parts of Germany need to prepare for icy roads this morning, with the German Weather Service warning of ice hazards due to freezing moisture overnight.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
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National & Local

Snow chaos in Hesse - trucks stuck - DWD warns of black ice - school closures in Lower Saxony

Germany faces severe winter weather with trucks stranded in Hesse and warnings of icy roads from the German Weather Service, leading to school closures in Lower Saxony.

Feb 4 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
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National & Local

Snow Chaos in Germany โ€“ Man Dies on Icy Road โ€“ School Cancellations in Lower Saxony

Germany is experiencing severe winter conditions with icy roads leading to a man's death in Hesse and school cancellations in Bremen and Lower Saxony.

Feb 4 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
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National & Local

Gas Drilling off Borkum: The Prime Minister and the Gas Lobby

Environmental organizations accuse Lower Saxony Prime Minister Olaf Lies of colluding with the gas company One-Dyas amid controversy over drilling operations off the coast of Borkum.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"Disturbed Relationship" to Rule Violations - CDU in Saxony Wants to Tighten Juvenile Criminal Law

The CDU in Saxony is advocating for reforms to juvenile criminal law, suggesting that 12 to 14-year-olds should potentially be held criminally accountable due to increasing severity in youth offenses.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
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National & Local

Dispute over party exclusion: Power struggle in the AfD Saxony-Anhalt escalates

The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt is experiencing a power struggle marked by severe accusations among its politicians, as Ulrich Siegmund aims to become the state premier after the upcoming elections.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Crime & Justice

60 Percent of Deportations Fail in Saxony and Lower Saxony โ€“ Going Underground as the Main Reason

A significant portion of planned deportations in Saxony and Lower Saxony fails, mainly due to individuals going underground or refusal by their countries of origin, according to new statistics.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
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National & Local

Germany: Frozen Public Transport Amid Polar Cold

German unions held warning strikes on Monday, leading to a widespread halt in public transport services across various federal states, except for Lower Saxony, impacting buses, trams, and subway trains amid ongoing labor unrest.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:37 UTC
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National & Local

Membership numbers of AfD and Left rise rapidly in Saxony-Anhalt - BSW up by 800 percent

Membership numbers for the AfD and the Left party have surged dramatically in Saxony-Anhalt, with the BSW experiencing an increase of 800 percent, while CDU, SPD, and FDP have lost members.

Feb 2 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
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National & Local

Roman History: Researchers Find Remains of Roman Camps on the Elbe

Archaeologists in Saxony-Anhalt have discovered remnants of Roman camps along the Elbe River, shedding light on the campaigns of Roman legions under Emperor Augustus.

Jan 16 โ€ข 15:41 UTC
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National & Local

"Reduction of Claims" or Sensible? When Written Division is Eliminated

Niedersachsen has decided to stop teaching written division in elementary schools, citing high error rates in the method, a controversial move among experts and a cause for protest among affected parents.

Jan 16 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
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National & Local

Welfare recipients "should provide services, including community work," says Schulze

The designated Prime Minister of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze, has suggested that welfare recipients in Germany should be required to perform community service, a proposal that has faced criticism.

Jan 16 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Support recipients 'should provide services, up to volunteer work,' says Schulze

Sven Schulze, the designated Prime Minister of Saxony-Anhalt, suggests that social welfare recipients in Germany should be required to perform community service, a proposal that has faced criticism.

Jan 16 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"We need more pressure" - CDU politician wants compulsory service for all benefit recipients

The designated Minister President of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze, calls for benefit recipients in Germany to be required to perform community service, criticizing the federal government's planned reform of citizen income as inadequate.

Jan 16 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
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National & Local

Merz wants to abolish the Working Time Act: Who sows false liberalization will reap class struggle

Chancellor Merz states his intention to abolish the Working Time Act during an IHK reception in Saxony-Anhalt, raising concerns about his suitability as Chancellor.

Jan 15 โ€ข 15:51 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Account Termination: When a Lower Saxony Savings Bank Fears Donald Trump

A Gรถttingen savings bank has terminated its long-standing relationship with the left-wing group Rote Hilfe, citing a need to align with its values and not support politically motivated criminals.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

โ€œThey pulled arrows out of their flesh with their teeth to avoid hindrance in battleโ€

Recent discoveries in Saxony-Anhalt provide evidence that Roman armies operated deep within Germani, challenging previous views on Emperor Caracalla's campaign in 212 AD.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:08 UTC

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