Portugal, France, Bangladesh, Spain, Ebola, Dupont de Ligonnès, TGV, Netflix

Isère

Suspicion of abandonment, profile of the mother: what we know about the discovery of two children on the side of the road in Portugal

Figure: Soupçons d'abandon, profil de la mère : ce que l'on sait de la découverte de deux enfants en bord de route au Portugal

A 41-year-old French woman is suspected of abandoning two of her 4 and 5-year-old children near a road in Portugal on May 19. The woman was arrested on Thursday in Portugal, after the disappearance of her family, who had been living in Colmar (Haut-Rhin) since 2025, had been reported for ten days. The suspicion of abandonment is currently under investigation.

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A 65-year-old cyclist killed in a collision with a car in Isère; the 97-year-old driver was taken into care by emergency services.

Figure: Un cycliste de 65 ans tué dans une collision avec une voiture en Isère, le conducteur âgé de 97 ans pris en charge par les secours

A 65-year-old cyclist died on Wednesday, May 13, after a collision with a car in the commune of Goncelin, in the Isère department. The driver of the car, a 97-year-old man, was rescued by emergency services.

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Villefontaine: He flees from the gendarmes and drops a bag containing 49,000 euros.

Figure: Villefontaine : il fuit les gendarmes et laisse tomber une sacoche contenant 49.000 euros

On May 18th in Villefontaine, a 26-year-old man avoided a police check by abandoning a bag containing 49,000 euros. He is currently on trial for money laundering, stemming from drug trafficking, before the court in Vienne.

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Violent explosion, driver in critical condition, chemical risk ruled out… What we know after a truck exploded at the Teisseire factory.

Figure: Violente déflagration, conducteur entre la vie et la mort, risque chimique écarté… Ce que l'on sait après l'explosion d'un camion à l'usine Teisseire

A violent explosion occurred at the Teisseire factory in Crolles (Isère), on Wednesday: a tanker truck carrying dangerous substances exploded, injuring 10 people, two of whom are seriously. The driver is hospitalized in critical condition. The explosion was followed by a fire, which was quickly brought under control by local firefighters. Authorities have stated that the chemical risk has been ruled out, but an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident.

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Pediatric emergency room closed at night in Voiron: ‘We can’t accept this,’ the concern of healthcare professionals and patients.

Figure: Les urgences pédiatriques fermées la nuit à Voiron : 'On ne peut pas accepter ça', l'inquiétude des soignants et des patients

The pediatric emergency department at the Voiron hospital is closed at night due to a lack of staff. This situation is concerning for both healthcare providers and patients, particularly young parents who live far from other healthcare facilities. The hospital administration says it is doing everything possible to reopen the department as soon as possible, in June.

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Drôme

History. An indigenous queen from Bangladesh in the Drôme: a story of a bond forged over nearly 40 years.

Figure: Histoire. Une reine autochtone du Bangladesh dans la Drôme : récit d'un lien tissé depuis près de 40 ans

Story: Connection between a native Bangladeshi queen and Romans-sur-Isère (France), established for almost 40 years. Queen Rani Yan Yan, from the Chittagong Hill Tracts in Bangladesh, strengthened this connection during her visit to France. This unique story connects two distant territories, marked by exile, memory, and engagement. Queen Rani Yan Yan is a native leader who fights for the rights of indigenous peoples in her country. Her involvement in France has strengthened the connection between Bangladeshi and French communities, as well as raising awareness about indigenous issues in Bangladesh.

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Drôme. Disruptions expected on the TGV line between Lyon and Valence, trains cancelled, and routes extended.

Figure: Drôme. Des perturbations attendues sur la ligne TGV entre Lyon et Valence, des trains supprimés, des trajets rallongés

In the Drôme region, disruptions are expected on the TGV line connecting Lyon and Valence, resulting in the cancellation of some trains and longer travel times. Difficulties in traffic are also expected on the high-speed line between Valence and Lyon.

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Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Fine particles: 97% of the population is exposed to levels exceeding WHO recommendations.

Figure: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Particules fines : 97% de la population est exposée à des niveaux supérieurs aux recommandations de l’OMS

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: 97% of the population is exposed to fine particulate levels exceeding WHO recommendations. Atmo Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes has released its air quality report for the year 2025 in the region. This report is generally positive, but it calls for caution: emissions have decreased only slightly, and the new European directive is being implemented.

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Patrick Bruel case. For Chantal Ladesou: ‘I think we don’t have the right to prevent artists from performing.’

Figure: Affaire Patrick Bruel. Pour Chantal Ladesou : « Je pense qu’on n’a pas le droit d’empêcher de jouer les artistes »

The Patrick Bruel case sparked a heated controversy. Actress Chantal Ladesou expressed her views on the matter in an interview with Le Dauphiné Libéré. According to her, artists should not be prevented from performing, which is the subject of the controversy surrounding Patrick Bruel.

Patrick Bruel was accused of sexually abusing a woman in 2018. The victim filed a complaint, and the case went to court. However, Patrick Bruel’s career has not been affected to date.

This case has sparked a strong reaction from the public, with calls to boycott the artist and criticism of the judicial authorities for their handling of the case. However, others have emphasized the right to innocence before judgment and have called for the artist not to be condemned before the court has rendered its verdict.

Chantal Ladesou has taken a position in favor of Patrick Bruel, stating that he should not be prevented from performing, even if serious accusations are made against him. She has emphasized that artists have the right to their privacy and their work, and that the justice system must determine their guilt or innocence.

This case has sparked a heated controversy in France, with calls to boycott the artist and criticism of the judicial authorities. However, others have emphasized the right to innocence before judgment and have called for the artist not to be condemned before the court has rendered its verdict.

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Rugby - Pro D2. Tears, drums, and supporters: relive the lost VRDR playoff match in Oyonnax in images.

Figure: Rugby - Pro D2. Larmes, tambour et supporters : revivez en images le barrage perdu du VRDR à Oyonnax

The VRDR, the rugby team from the Drôme, had a moving evening on May 1st during the Pro D2 playoff match against Oyonnax. It was the first time the team had reached the Pro D2 playoffs in its history. Unfortunately, they lost on Oyonnax’s field with a score of 39-14. This defeat was particularly emotional for several players who were playing their last match with the Drôme club. The fans also participated in emotional scenes, with tears and drumming, to mark this evening as unlike any other for the Drôme club.

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Île-de-France

Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès: a ‘recent proof of life’ and ‘credible witnesses,’ M6 promises ‘revelations’ about the case

Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès, the main suspect in the 2011 family murders, has reportedly been seen alive recently, according to credible witnesses, according to M6. The French television channel promises revelations about this mysterious case, which has generated great public interest. Dupont de Ligonnès is accused of murdering his wife and five children in Nantes in 2011, but he has disappeared and has never been found. French authorities have always considered the case closed, but new information could change the situation.

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‘Mercato’: A box office flop, but number 1 on Netflix: 5 things to know about the sports thriller starring Jamel Debbouze

Title: “Mercato”: A Success on Netflix Despite a Box Office Failure in Theaters

“Mercato”, released in theaters in 2019, experienced a commercial failure, but has since become the top trending title on the streaming service Netflix. The sports thriller features Jamel Debbouze in the lead role. Here are five things to know about this film:

1. The story revolves around the football transfer market, a popular topic in France. The protagonist, Samir, is a player agent who is trying to save his career by negotiating the transfer of a young, talented footballer.
2. The film was directed by David and Stéphane Foenkinos, French brothers known for their successful films such as “In the Forests of Siberia” (2014) and “La Belle Époque” (2019).
3. The film’s cast also includes actors such as Dany Boon, Gilles Lellouche, and Jean Reno.
4. Despite its box office failure, “Mercato” received positive reviews for its direction and sharp dialogue. The film was also praised for its realistic portrayal of the world of football and the life of a player agent.
5. On Netflix, the film quickly attracted a large audience, becoming the number one trending title on the streaming service. This can be attributed to the popularity of the transfer market topic and the presence of Jamel Debbouze, a well-known French actor.

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Neuilly-sur-Seine: He’s pedaling in the wrong direction, his Porsche, worth over 100,000 euros, plunges into the Seine.

Neuilly-sur-Seine: A driver loses control of his Porsche, worth over 100,000 euros, which falls into the Seine. The incident occurred recently, and the exact circumstances are still being determined. Local authorities have been informed, and emergency services have been mobilized to retrieve the luxury car. There are no official reports of injuries or further damage.

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Stanislas College: The City of Paris is forced to pay a grant of 1.4 million euros to the institution.

The Stanislas college receives a grant of 1.4 million euros from the City of Paris. This decision is made in accordance with the partnership agreement signed between the two parties. This agreement stipulates that the city will provide financial support to private schools recognized as being of public interest, such as the Stanislas college. This grant is intended to support the school’s teaching and educational activities.

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Ebola: The epidemic risk has increased from ‘high’ to ‘very high’ at the national level in the DRC.

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the risk of an Ebola outbreak has been reassessed and has increased from “high” to “very high” nationally, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The current outbreak, which began in August 2018 in the North Kivu province and has since spread to the Ituri province, has already caused more than 2,000 deaths. The Congolese health authorities declared a national health emergency on August 1, 2019, in response to the increase in confirmed and suspected cases. The WHO has also deployed a rapid response team to assist local authorities in their fight against the disease. The measures taken include contact tracing, vaccination of at-risk individuals, isolation of confirmed and suspected cases, as well as public awareness campaigns on prevention measures. The WHO has also called for a coordinated international response to combat the outbreak.

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