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Disappearance of Yannig Baron: Brittany loses a great advocate for bilingualism and autonomy.

Born in Groix in 1936, musician (bombarde) and cultural and political activist, Yannig Baron has marked several decades of struggles for Brittany, particularly for bilingual education. Founder of Dihun, the association of parents of students in private Catholic schools, he was a hunger striker several times and received the Collar of the Ermine in 2004.

Why Yes Breizh and not Ya Breizh?

Why Yes Breizh and not Ya Breizh? Some regret that we did not choose Ya Breizh — “Yes Brittany” in Breton — instead of Yes Breizh. But our choice is neither a coincidence nor a rejection of the Breton language: it is natural, coherent, and fully embraced. Our explanations ...

The 54th Festival Interceltique de Lorient: Honoring les cousins d'Amérique

Lorient is once again gearing up to host one of the largest gatherings of Celtic culture and music in the world. The 54th Festival Interceltique de Lorient, taking place from August 1 to 10, 2025, will shine a spotlight on the vibrant cultures of North America's East Coast, with a theme dedicated to "Les Cousins d'Amérique".

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