Labor Law: Received a Warning? How to Save Your Job
A formal warning is a serious signal in German labor law. Learn how to react correctly, what legal requirements apply, and how to secure your employment through strategic action.
Guides & Leisure
The best day trip ideas and leisure activities for Jena and the Saale Valley. Discover hiking routes, dining recommendations, and helpful guides for locals and tourists.
Fewer Stimuli, More Calm: First Supermarket in Jena Introduces “Quiet Hour”
The REWE market in Jena, Lobeda-Ost, is introducing a “Quiet Hour” to support people with autism, ADHD, and sensory sensitivities by significantly reducing noise and visual stimuli.
Uniklinik Jena Seeks Preschoolers: Major Study on ADHD and Dyslexia Launches
The Universitätskliniken Jena and Magdeburg are launching a large-scale long-term study aimed at improving the early detection of ADHD and dyslexia in preschool-aged children.
Jena University Hospital Launches Long-Term Study: Early Detection of ADHD and Dyslexia in Preschoolers
The Universitätsklinikum Jena and Uniklinik Magdeburg have initiated a comprehensive long-term study to identify early indicators of ADHD and Dyslexia in preschool children, aiming to provide support before academic difficulties arise.
Winter Holidays 2026: The Best Tips Against Boredom in Jena and Thüringen
Jena (16.02.2026) – For students in Thüringen, the most beautiful time of winter has begun: a week off school. But while the children cheer, parents often face the challenge of keeping their offspring meaningfully occupied in the wet and cold February weather. Fortunately, the region around Jena offers a diverse program this year that prevents boredom from arising in the first place.
Winter Holidays in Jena: Musical Magic and Campfire Romance
Jena offers a diverse program for the winter holidays, ranging from the musical “Aladin” at the Volkshaus to a rustic campfire experience in the Jenaer Forst.
Emergency Services in Jena on 16.02.2026: Pharmacies and Doctors on Call
Jena (16.02.2026) – Sudden toothache, high fever, or an urgent prescription in the evening: illnesses do not adhere to opening hours. Even today, Monday, February 16, 2026, medical care in Jena is secured outside regular office hours. We summarize the most important contact points for you.
Emergency Services in Jena: Medical Help and Pharmacies this Weekend (February 14)
Facing a sudden illness over the weekend in Jena? From general practitioners at Universitätsklinikum Jena to rotating emergency pharmacies, the city’s medical network ensures you are covered. Learn which numbers to call, where to find help in Lobeda or the city center, and when to choose the ER over the on-call medical service.
Coffee Culture in Jena: The Best Café Highlights for Connoisseurs
From Scandinavian-inspired retreats to urban bagel shops, Jena’s café scene is more diverse than ever. Whether you are a student looking for a quiet study spot or a family seeking a child-friendly oasis, our curated list of insider tips from t.akt magazine highlights the best places to enjoy a high-quality brew in the Saale valley.
Faster Housing for Jena: City Administration Specifies ‘Bauturbo’ Implementation
Jena is accelerating its housing development. The city administration has detailed new guidelines for the federal ‘Bauturbo’ law, aimed at streamlining building permits. With the housing market under pressure, these measures could significantly speed up construction projects across the city. A final decision by the Stadtrat is expected in April, potentially marking a major turning point for local urban development in 2026.