24/05/2026

The Vendée region is placed under yellow heatwave alert from Monday 25 May, an unprecedented alert at this time of year.

Climat Vendée forecasters note that this is not the first time the region has experienced exceptional heat, but this is remarkably important so early in the season.

The coast is also affected, with monthly heat records broken daily in May.

Thus, four records have already been broken: 33.2°C in Les Sables-d'Olonne, 32.5°C in La Roche-sur-Yon, 32.2°C on Île-d'Yeu and 31.5°C in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île.

The US and Iran have begun talks on a ceasefire.

According to US President Trump, the extension of the ceasefire for 60 days is almost finalized.

During this time, the Strait of Hormuz would be toll-free.

Iran would commit to clearing mines and pursuing nuclear weapons.

In return, the US would lift the blockade of Iranian ports and grant sanctions exemptions.

The war between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon would end.

The deal would not mean an immediate ceasefire, but rather an initial agreement on a time window for further talks.

The 2025-2026 English championship season ended on Sunday 24 May.

Mohamed Salah's Liverpool finished fifth and qualified for the Champions League.

Aston Villa, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Arsenal are also qualified.

Chelsea, on the other hand, will not participate in any European competition next season, finishing tenth in the ranking.

West Ham is relegated to the Championship.

Mohamed Salah played his last match with Liverpool, the pharaoh perfectly served Curtis Jones for the opening goal but was replaced at the 72nd minute under the ovation of Anfield.

The City of Rebais is set to host a new blood donation drive on May 27, 2026.

This drive is crucial in meeting medical needs, which remain very high as summer approaches.

Despite departures on vacation and a decrease in collection attendance, blood needs remain constant.

In Turkey's capital Ankara, police stormed the HQ of the largest opposition party CHP.

Party leader Özgür Özel had barricaded himself there after a court declared his election as party chairman invalid.

Police broke down barricades and used tear gas to gain access to the building.

It is unclear if there are any casualties.

Özel left the building and announced that CHP will now fight for power on the streets and squares.

The ousted leadership is calling for protests in Istanbul.

In Pakistan's Balutschistan province, a train was rammed by an explosive-laden vehicle.

At least 30 people were killed and many more injured in the attack.

The separatist group Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the assault.

The target of the attack were believed to be military personnel.

The train was carrying military personnel and their families from Quetta to Peschawar.

Balutschistan is Pakistan's largest and poorest province, bordering Afghanistan and Iran.

The region has been plagued by conflicts and attacks for decades.

In the Turkish capital Ankara, police stormed the offices of the largest opposition party CHP.

The ousted party chairman Özgür Özel had taken refuge in the party headquarters.

After the use of tear gas and rubber bullets, the police broke through barricades set up by CHP party members.

The former party leader left the building under applause from his supporters and marched to the parliament building, surrounded by CHP MPs and supporters.

The evacuation of the party headquarters was ordered after a court declared Özel's election as party chairman invalid and reinstated his predecessor Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu as party leader.

In the south of Yvelines, a group of women found refuge in a respite stay organized by the Dana Médecinat Foundation.

They all knew the life of a mother, between medical appointments, treatments, and fears, to accompany their child affected by cancer.

Unfortunately, these hopes were broken.

To talk about this ordeal and share their emotions, they met in this respite stay.

Brunch time arrives, the yoga class ended with a relaxation session led by Catherine.

Each one was able to find a little inner peace and share their stories.

For two years, the Dana Médecinat Foundation has been organizing similar stays near Rambouillet, to give respite to bereaved parents and the mothers who accompany them.

A 63-year-old man was found guilty of exposing himself to his 14-year-old step-daughter, who suffers from psychological issues.

The man, a naturist, allegedly exposed his private parts to his step-daughter and asked her if she masturbated.

He also offered a sex toy and showed her how to put on a condom.

The man admits to having made inappropriate comments, but disputes some details.

The step-daughter was schooled in a therapeutic educational and pedagogical institute due to her psychological issues.

The Château de Rânes park hosts its second equestrian meeting of the season with harness racing, free animations, and a large tombola.

Equestrian sports enthusiasts and families are invited to attend this event, which will take place from 1:30 PM.

The trotters will compete on the 3rd category grass track, ideally laid out and perfectly maintained.

Beyond the sporting competition, this rural day has been thought out to offer a convivial and festive moment, with a giant inflatable structure and artisanal ice cream offered for tasting.