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    Johann Wadephul is Germany's foreign minister, and searches for his name are rising after reports that he met Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in New York. According to Bild, this was the first meeting between the German and Russian foreign ministers since 2022, making it a notable diplomatic moment amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. German readers appear to be looking up who Wadephul is and what the talks involved, though the posts collected do not detail the outcome.

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    Volkswagen has announced it is terminating almost all of its collective labour agreements in Germany, according to Bild. The move escalates the carmaker's cost-cutting push and raises the pressure on the IG Metall union ahead of negotiations over wages, plant closures and potential job losses at its German sites. Reports frame it as the company's latest and harshest austerity step.

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    German media report that stink bugs, including the marmorated stink bug known as Baumwanze, are turning up in apartments in noticeably higher numbers. BILD explains why the insects are now lurking indoors and what residents can do about them. The bugs gather in warm homes as outdoor temperatures drop, and many people are searching for advice on keeping them out.

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    Germany's state interior ministers have abandoned a long-standing principle, according to a Bild report, citing concerns that the AfD could block decisions. The change affects how the interior ministers' conference operates, with officials worried the far-right party's growing presence in state governments could be used to stall joint positions on security policy.

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    German media are discussing the shirt numbers of the national football team after BILD claimed a huge surprise in the expected starting eleven. Readers are debating which players will wear which numbers and what the announced lineup means for upcoming international matches, with the squad selection proving contentious among supporters.

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    Potsdam conference examines social media's impact on young people●📱 Wie prägt Social Media junge Menschen? Einerseits Chancen für Bildung und Teilhabe, andererseits Risiken der DesinformMmastodonTechnologyInternet43 h ago

    The international conference "Youth in a Digital Society" takes place at the University of Potsdam on 8 and 9 October, addressing how social media shapes young people. Organisers highlight both sides of the issue: opportunities for education and participation, but also risks from disinformation and psychological strain. Researchers and practitioners are expected to discuss how societies can support youth in navigating digital platforms.

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    Wood horsetail thrives in moist, shady forest spots●Der Waldschachtelhalm wächst in feuchten, schattigen Bereichen unter Birken und Kiefern. Die Pflanze bildet unterirdischMmastodonLifeTravel34 h ago

    A nature photographer in Germany is documenting the wood horsetail, a plant that grows in damp, shaded areas beneath birches and pines. It spreads through underground runners and forms dense stands on nutrient-rich soils. The images highlight its finely structured fronds and the play of light around it.

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    Y Combinator Startup Bild AI Seeks Founding Product Engineer●Bild AI (YC W25) Is Hiring a Founding Product Engineer Article URL: https://www. ycombinator.com/companies/bild -ai/jobsMmastodonTechnology29 h ago

    Bild AI, a startup from Y Combinator's Winter 2025 batch, has opened a position for a founding product engineer, with applications handled through the Y Combinator jobs page. The role offers an early-stage hire the chance to shape the company's core product from the ground up, a prospect that has drawn attention in tech hiring circles.

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    Bild AI, YC-Backed Startup, Seeks Founding Product Engineer●Bild AI (YC W25) Is Hiring a Founding Product EngineerYhn010 h ago

    Bild AI, a startup from Y Combinator's Winter 2025 batch, is recruiting a founding product engineer to join its early team. The listing was shared on Hacker News, where readers often flag early-stage hiring pushes as a signal of momentum. Founding engineer roles typically offer major influence over product direction and equity, making them closely watched by startup-minded developers.