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Kane, Putellas, and more: Ballon d'Or winners, political races, and local projects.

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.

Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.
Figure: Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.

The 2026 Ballon d’Or was held in London at the London Palladium last Monday. Harry Kane, the English player, won the award for best player of the year. Among the women, Alexia Putellas, Spanish, was crowned best player of the year. Here is the complete list:

For men:

  1. Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur)
  2. Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain)
  3. Erling Haaland (Borussia Dortmund)
  4. Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich)
  5. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
  6. Jorginho (Chelsea)
  7. Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
  8. Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United)
  9. Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain)
  10. N’Golo Kanté (Chelsea)

For women:

  1. Alexia Putellas (Barcelona)
  2. Beth Mead (Arsenal)
  3. Sam Kerr (Chelsea)
  4. Pernille Harder (Chelsea)
  5. Alex Morgan (San Diego Wave FC)
  6. Ada Hegerberg (Lyon)
  7. Vivianne Miedema (Arsenal)
  8. Wendie Renard (Lyon)
  9. Ellen White (Manchester City)
  10. Lucy Bronze (Barcelona)

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Construction of the Sablons-Serrières bridge begins; a diversion route to Sarras is established.

Construction of the Sablons-Serrières bridge begins; a diversion route to Sarras is established.
Figure: Construction of the Sablons-Serrières bridge begins; a diversion route to Sarras is established.

Work to repair the Sablons-Serrières bridge, which connects Serrières in the Ardèche to Sablons in the Isère, will begin on October 26th. The work will take place at night, from 9 pm to 6 am, until November 2nd, with a break on weekends. A detour via Sarras has been set up to allow users to travel during the work.

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TESTIMONY. ‘We had to move on to the next stage’: Faced with the risk of breast cancer, Mégane chose a double mastectomy.

TESTIMONY. 'We had to move on to the next stage': Faced with the risk of breast cancer, Mégane chose a double mastectomy.
Figure: TESTIMONY. 'We had to move on to the next stage': Faced with the risk of breast cancer, Mégane chose a double mastectomy.

Testimony: “We had to move on to the next step”: Faced with the high risk of breast cancer, Megane chose a double mastectomy. Megane Jolard, a resident of Isère, who carries the BRCA2 gene which increases the risk of breast cancer by up to 70%, has decided to undergo a double mastectomy. The young woman wants to share her experience and, above all, to make known the preventive solutions that are still too often ignored.

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Drôme

Hautes-Alpes - Drôme. A territory soon to be certified as an ‘International Dark Sky Reserve’?

Hautes-Alpes - Drôme. A territory soon to be certified as an 'International Dark Sky Reserve'?
Figure: Hautes-Alpes - Drôme. A territory soon to be certified as an 'International Dark Sky Reserve'?

The Hautes-Alpes and Drôme regions are on track to be designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve. This project has been under discussion since 2019 and has now been officially launched. This reserve is intended to protect and promote the region’s exceptional astronomical sites, which offer ideal conditions for observing the night sky. The International Dark Sky Reserve is an internationally recognized label that aims to promote the protection and conservation of remarkable astronomical sites around the world. If the project is approved, it could help attract more tourists to the region and strengthen its reputation as a preferred destination for amateur and professional astronomy.

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Châteauneuf-sur-Isère. Organic fruits from Sicily to support schools and associations.

Châteauneuf-sur-Isère. Organic fruits from Sicily to support schools and associations.
Figure: Châteauneuf-sur-Isère. Organic fruits from Sicily to support schools and associations.

Châteauneuf-sur-Isère: A local business, Drôme Primeur, offers organically grown fruits imported from Sicily to support local schools and associations. This initiative aims to combine delicious food, organic agriculture, and solidarity by offering a unique formula to parent-teacher associations and schools to finance their projects. 17 organizations in the Rhône-Alpes region are already participating in this initiative, which aims to expand.

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Valence. Following the attack in Trappes, 400 protesters gathered to express their disgust at racism.

Valence. Following the attack in Trappes, 400 protesters gathered to express their disgust at racism.
Figure: Valence. Following the attack in Trappes, 400 protesters gathered to express their disgust at racism.

On October 26th in Valence, 400 people gathered around the monumental fountain to demonstrate their disgust at racism. This demonstration was organized by anti-racist associations and organizations in response to the attack that occurred in Trappes and La Verrière, which resulted in the death of a 26-year-old black man, Pengo Bossio Wangi. The protesters shouted their anger and dismay at racist acts and called for greater tolerance and equal rights for all.

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Roller hockey. Promoted to Elite, the Aiglons are already shaking up the hierarchy.

Roller hockey. Promoted to Elite, the Aiglons are already shaking up the hierarchy.
Figure: Roller hockey. Promoted to Elite, the Aiglons are already shaking up the hierarchy.

The Aiglons de Valence roller hockey team has made a sensation by winning three consecutive games since their promotion to the Elite league, including a recent victory against Angers (3-10) last Saturday. This string of successes confirms their top position in the league and highlights their ability to disrupt the current hierarchy.

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A man found dead in the fire at his apartment in Bourg-de-Péage, Drôme.

A man found dead in the fire at his apartment in Bourg-de-Péage, Drôme.
Figure: A man found dead in the fire at his apartment in Bourg-de-Péage, Drôme.

A 61-year-old man was found dead in a fire that occurred in his apartment in Bourg-de-Péage, in the Drôme department, on Monday, October 26th. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances of his death.

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‘We must act’: Over 800 people from the Drôme region gathered in protest against racism following the attack in Yvelines.

'We must act': Over 800 people from the Drôme region gathered in protest against racism following the attack in Yvelines.
Figure: 'We must act': Over 800 people from the Drôme region gathered in protest against racism following the attack in Yvelines.

On October 26th, over 800 people gathered in the Drôme region to protest against racism, in response to the attack that occurred in Yvelines. The event was organized by over 800 local residents. The participants paid tribute to the victims of the attack and called for tolerance and unity in the face of racism.

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Cycling. Cyclocross in Bren: Tristan Delacroix surprises everyone.

Cycling. Cyclocross in Bren: Tristan Delacroix surprises everyone.
Figure: Cycling. Cyclocross in Bren: Tristan Delacroix surprises everyone.

Cyclocross race: Tristan Delacroix surprises predictions at the 2026 Cyclocross de Bren, organized by Vélo Sprint Romanais Péageois. The event, which was attended by over 200 participants, took place in pleasant weather conditions in Romans. Tristan Delacroix won the race, beating the predictions of the bookmakers.

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.

Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.
Figure: Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas crowned as the best players, discover the winners.

The 2026 Ballon d’Or was held in London at the London Palladium last Monday. Harry Kane, the English player, won the award for best player of the year. In the women’s category, Alexia Putellas, the Spanish player, was crowned best player of the year. Here is the complete list:

For men:

  1. Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur)
  2. Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain)
  3. Erling Haaland (Borussia Dortmund)
  4. Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich)
  5. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
  6. Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United)
  7. Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain)
  8. Jorginho (Chelsea)
  9. N’Golo Kanté (Chelsea)
  10. Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)

For women:

  1. Alexia Putellas (Barcelona)
  2. Beth Mead (Arsenal)
  3. Sam Kerr (Chelsea)
  4. Pernille Harder (Chelsea)
  5. Alex Morgan (San Diego Wave FC)
  6. Vivianne Miedema (Arsenal)
  7. Ada Hegerberg (Lyon)
  8. Wendie Renard (Lyon)
  9. Lucy Bronze (Manchester City)
  10. Ellen White (Manchester City)

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Keep carrots and beets all winter long thanks to the silo technique.

Keep carrots and beets all winter long thanks to the silo technique.
Figure: Keep carrots and beets all winter long thanks to the silo technique.

Storing carrots, parsnips, and beets during the winter can be achieved using the silo technique. This method involves storing these vegetables in a closed space, typically underground or semi-underground, filled with damp sand.

By storing the vegetables in damp sand, their freshness is preserved while freeing the garden soil for the winter. This technique ensures a local and sustainable food supply during the cold season.

The silo can be built from various materials such as brick, wood, or even plastic containers. It is important to ensure that the interior space is well-ventilated to prevent spoilage and thus maintain the vegetables fresh for several months.

The silo technique is a traditional method of vegetable preservation, which prevents the degradation of products due to cold or humidity. It is also environmentally friendly as it does not require the use of chemicals to preserve the vegetables.

In conclusion, the silo technique is an effective and environmentally friendly method for storing carrots, parsnips, and beets during the winter. It allows for the release of garden soil while ensuring a local and sustainable food supply during the cold season.

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In Coucouron, donkeys are dressing up for Halloween!

In Coucouron, donkeys are dressing up for Halloween!
Figure: In Coucouron, donkeys are dressing up for Halloween!

In Coucouron, in the Ardèche, donkeys dress up to celebrate Halloween. On October 31st, the town organizes a free event for children aged 6 and over: donkey rides, games, refreshments, and a lantern parade to discover the area in a different way.

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Île-de-France

‘It’s going to become the norm’: the center-right primary is back at the heart of the debate.

The title of the article is “It’s Becoming the Norm”: The center-right primary is back in the spotlight.

The article discusses the upcoming primary election for the center-right in France, which is once again a central topic in political discussions. Potential candidates for the primary, such as Xavier Bertrand, Valérie Pécresse, and Michel Barnier, are mentioned.

The article explains that the debates surrounding the primary focus on several key issues, such as the economy, security, and immigration. The candidates have presented their proposals for addressing these problems, with significant differences between them.

Xavier Bertrand has emphasized the need to reduce taxes and stimulate the French economy. Valérie Pécresse has also proposed measures to stimulate the economy, but has also stressed the need to improve public safety in France. Michel Barnier, on the other hand, has emphasized the need to strengthen ties between France and the European Union.

The article highlights that the center-right primary is important because it will determine the candidate who will face Emmanuel Macron in the 2022 presidential elections. Current polls show a tight race between the various candidates, with minimal differences between them.

In conclusion, the center-right primary is once again at the center of political debates in France, with several potential candidates for the election. Key issues such as the economy, security, and immigration are on the agenda, with different proposals from the candidates. The primary is important because it will determine the candidate who will face Emmanuel Macron in the 2022 presidential elections.

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‘A stronger Europe in a stronger NATO’: Europeans stand together in the face of American ambitions.

“Europe stronger” is a political slogan that calls for strengthening the European Union to create a more powerful NATO in response to American initiatives. Europeans are concerned about U.S. foreign policy, particularly their attitude towards the Ukrainian conflict and the Iranian nuclear agreement. They fear that American initiatives will compromise European security and transatlantic cohesion. Therefore, Europeans want to strengthen their strategic autonomy by developing their own military and diplomatic capabilities, while maintaining close cooperation with the United States within the framework of NATO. They hope to create a stronger Europe that can play an active role in global security and defend its own interests.

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‘I’m going to have to pay €2400 in property tax’: the anger of buyers of the Olympic villages in Paris 2024

The owners of the Paris 2024 Olympic villages have expressed their anger towards the French tax authorities, as they are required to pay a property tax of 2400 euros for unoccupied buildings. The owners have emphasized that these additional taxes are unfair and hinder their ability to invest in their properties. They have also pointed to the lack of clear communication from the authorities regarding the payment of the property tax, which has caused confusion among the owners. The owners have asked the French tax authorities to temporarily exempt the Olympic villages from this tax in order to allow the owners to manage their finances and invest in their properties.

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The right wing in the Senate explodes the constitutional reform on the status of Corsica, the autonomist camp slams the door.

The constitutional reform project aimed at modifying the special status of Corsica was blocked by the right in the French Senate. Supporters of greater autonomy for the island withdrew from negotiations, marking a failure for this reform. This decision by the Senate has drawn criticism from supporters of Corsican autonomy, who believe that the current status does not allow Corsica to fully exercise its cultural and historical identity. Opponents of this reform argued that the proposed changes could have negative consequences for the integration of Corsica into mainland France. The current situation highlights a deep division between those who want greater autonomy for Corsica and those who prefer to maintain the current status.

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‘I had hoped that the distorting subsidies were a thing of the past’: The United States threatens the EU after a loan to Airbus deemed unfair.

The U.S. government has threatened to impose sanctions against the European Union (EU) over a loan considered unfair, granted to Airbus, the European aerospace manufacturer. The U.S. has accused the EU of distorting subsidies that would give it a competitive advantage in the aerospace industry. This situation could lead to reciprocal protectionist measures, which could have negative consequences for businesses and jobs in both regions. Negotiations are underway to find a fair solution to this issue.

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‘What is the mayor involved in?’: In Choisy-le-Roi, the sale of the Buffard butcher shop, a true institution, is under suspicion?

The mayor is implicated in the sale of the Buffard butcher shop in Choisy-le-Roi. This establishment is considered a local institution. Suspicions of corruption have been raised due to the sale of this business, which was sold at a price higher than the market value. Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine whether the mayor benefited from any illicit advantages in this transaction.

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In Brazil, Flavio Bolsonaro’s party recognizes Lula’s re-election to the presidency, but demands ‘clarifications.’

In Brazil, the party of congressman Flávio Bolsonaro accepted Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s re-election as president. However, they requested clarification due to certain aspects of the election. Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro, the incumbent president, contested the results and accused the Brazilian Electoral Commission (TSE) of irregularities. However, the TSE stated that the elections were transparent and that the results were valid. Supporters of Lula celebrated their victory, but tensions remain high in the country due to the election disputes.

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Music, theatre, dance… the Breton language echoes throughout the week in Brest.

The city of Brest is known for its vibrant cultural scene, with a strong presence of the Breton language in music, theatre, and dance throughout the week. Cultural events such as concerts, theatre performances, and dance performances are frequently held in Breton, offering locals and visitors the opportunity to learn and appreciate this unique language.

The city also houses important cultural institutions such as the Centre national de la danse contemporaine - Angers, Brest, which provides a platform for international dance artists, as well as the Théâtre de la Mer, a large-capacity theatre located on the Brest port.

Furthermore, the city organizes important cultural festivals such as the Lorient Interceltica Festival and the Cornwall Festival, which attract thousands of visitors each year to celebrate Celtic music, dance, and culture.

Finally, Brest is also known for its music and dance school, the École supérieure d’art dramatique de Bretagne, which trains talented artists in music, theatre, and dance.

In conclusion, the city of Brest is a vibrant cultural center where the Breton language is omnipresent in music, theatre, and dance throughout the week. It also offers important cultural institutions and organizes important cultural festivals that attract thousands of visitors each year.

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‘It’s a stupid stick’: Is the second round of the presidential election approaching?

The title of the text is ““It’s a bunch of nonsense”: Is the second round of the presidential election being advanced?”. It is an article that discusses the possibility that the second round of the French presidential election, originally scheduled for April 24, 2022, is being advanced.

The article begins with an ironic quote from candidate Éric Zemmour, who has described the election campaign as “a bunch of nonsense”. It then explains that several political figures have called for the second round to be advanced to avoid a conflict between the legislative and presidential elections.

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin stated that there was no reason to change the date of the second round, but that the government was willing to discuss the possibility if the political parties requested it.

President Emmanuel Macron was also questioned about this topic during a press conference, and he indicated that there was no reason to change the date of the second round at this time. He also emphasized that the legislative elections should take place after the presidential elections, as they are more important for the daily lives of the French.

In conclusion, it is possible that the second round of the French presidential election will be advanced, but this will depend on the discussions between the political parties and the French government. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin stated that he was willing to discuss the possibility, but President Macron indicated that there was no reason to change the date at this time.

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‘It intrigued me’: In Orsay, the municipal police patrol the neighborhoods in a converted van.

“This intrigued me”: In Orsay, the municipal police patrols the neighborhoods in a converted van. This measure is taken in response to recent events in the region and aims to ensure the safety of citizens. Law enforcement regularly patrols to monitor activities and respond to the needs of the local population.

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