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Things are progressing for the reinstatement of the commemorative plaque in the Breton language in Dixmude. Koun Breizh was able to meet with the Mayor of Dixmude, thanks to the mayor of Ploemeur, Ronan LOAS, whom we thank.
Vincent Bechec and Mikaël Gendry, A Brief History of Morbihan, La Geste Publishing, 2026, Coll. Baroque
In subscription, this monument of medieval literature in Breton is the subject of a revised and expanded re-edition. Explanatory text below.
Druidism has returned to public debate following controversial statements made by Deputy Maël de Calan last April, and then an article published by Libération on May 12, 2026. ABP has been conducting an investigation into this contemporary spirituality, which is still not well known, for several weeks.
These elections mark the end of a political era in Wales. Since the establishment of the Senedd in 1999, Labour has largely dominated Welsh political life. The victory of Plaid Cymru opens a new phase, in the context of the rise of nationalist and autonomist parties in several nations of the United Kingdom.
"D.A.O.U.", by B.R.E.T.O.N.S., an album of 13 tracks, mainly consisting of covers drawn from very different styles... always more rock!
The Scottish National Party (SNP) won the 2026 Scottish parliamentary elections. With an independence majority alongside the Scottish Greens, its leader John Swinney is reviving the prospect of a new referendum on Scotland's independence as early as 2028.
The Regional Directorate of Cultural Affairs (DRAC) announced to Dastum a reduction of 30,000 euros in its financial contribution for 2026. According to the association specialized in the preservation of Breton oral heritage, this decrease in public funding will result in the elimination of one position among its 18 employees.
Despite Everything That Separates Us is a deeply human novel where the intimate meets the grand History.
Relocation of the Academy of Letters
The 13 tracks blend original compositions, covers, and instrumental pieces, in a universe where distorted guitars coexist with Celtic influences.
In twelve days before the start, the 10th edition of Ar Redadeg is preparing to cross Brittany over 2,226 kilometers, connecting more than 300 municipalities in the five Breton departments. This relay race, which is both sporting, cultural, and popular, will start from Lannion on May 8 and reach Nantes on May 16.
### Disappearance of Nathalie Baye
The National Assembly adopted on Wednesday in first reading a bill aimed at removing Alsace from the Grand Est region, reigniting the debate on territorial organization in France.
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