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Jena, June 26, 2026 – Scientists at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena have developed a new music app designed to provide therapeutic support for people with dementia. The innovative project utilizes the calming effect of individual favorite songs to facilitate daily care routines.
A man from Kahla has fallen victim to a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam, losing digital assets worth approximately 30,000 Euros.
Leuchtenburg presents its new inclined elevator for the nationwide Day of Architecture. Visitors can explore the barrier-free mountain station and join expert tours on June 27 and 28, 2026.
An attentive citizen in the Jena city area prevented a fraud attempt by a fake police officer on Wednesday afternoon. Through her prudent behavior and targeted questions, the woman was not intimidated, leading the perpetrator to end the call without success.
On Wednesday, a man from Hainichen narrowly escaped a serious fraud attempt involving a fake virus warning and demands for gift cards. The Jena State Police Inspectorate warns of the ‘Tech Support’ scam.
Jena, June 22, 2026 – Stadtwerke Jena have officially clarified that the Jenaer Bäder are open to all groups of people without restriction. With this clear positioning, the operators are responding to recent discussions and underlining their consistent commitment to inclusion.
On Friday, June 26, 2026, ÜAG gGmbH is hosting a public bicycle auction in Jena. Bargain hunters can bid on refurbished bikes starting at 10 Euros.
The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is currently warning of a massive wave of fraudulent calls by fake bank employees targeting residents in Jena and the surrounding region.
Jena, June 20, 2026. Allergy sufferers in Jena must prepare for high grass pollen levels this summer weekend. Despite forecast rain showers, the hay fever risk remains high for now.
The closure and merger of two busy GP practices in the south of Jena is causing concern among hundreds of patients. From July 1, 2026, the practice operator MED:ON will consolidate its previous locations in Lobeda and Drackendorf at a new, joint site in Jena-Nord.