Authorities in Brittany are working with hunters in a bid to take action against wild boar whose increased numbers are at risk of causing major road and travel accidents There are now between 1.5 million and 2 million wild boar in France, four times the number seen 20 years ago. This spread is due in part to global warming and milder winters, as these favour the survival of young boar, reports Le Télégramme In Brittany in particular authorities and hunters are working to increase the number of hunts designed specifically to pare down numbers These are scheduled to take place in communes including Carnac hunters are aiming to ‘take’ more than 5,000 wild boar in 2025 Read also: Why are there more boar in France in 2024 - and will it continue?  It comes after a crash between a wild boar and a car caused serious delays on the RN165 near Auray a car ended up in the ditch after the driver swerved to avoid a wild boar a motorcyclist collided with a wild boar.  Road vehicles are not the only ones at risk a TGV high-speed train collided with around 10 wild boar disrupting rail traffic for several hours.  these accidents have so far not caused human deaths or major injury two young adults aged 18 and 19 were killed in a road accident suspected of being caused by a wild boar Farmers are also keen to control boar numbers as they frequently cause devastation to maize fields and other crops.  Residents in local towns and cities can also fall victim with wild boar often the cause of damaged sports fields Read also: How to keep boars off land in France: natural ways or electric fence? Read also: Why are wild boars now a common sight in French towns?  Farming damage is covered by the departmental hunting federations but local residents typically do not benefit from this kind of protection.  Read also: What to do if you come across a boar while out walking in France?  However even hunting federations can struggle due to the rising levels of the damage seen in recent years especially as the cost of damage is rising Read also: Farmers union calls for right to shoot wild boar in Dordogne  André Douard, president of the Ille-et-Vilaine hunters' federation, told France Bleu Armorique on October 22 that damage caused by wild boar had cost his department €800,000 in the year 2023 Similarly, Jean-Paul Kergozien, a councillor in Carnac with responsibility for agriculture and rural affairs, said: “In one year in Morbihan the amount of compensation paid by hunters to farmers has risen from €185,000 to €455,000.” It comes after a herd charged SNCF workers at the city’s station The woman now cares for the animal like a pet after it appeared to seek refuge on her property Farmers around the country report increased damage from the animals An exhibition of paintings by Vietnamese-origin children at the Vietnam Festival in Larmor-Plage The activities are in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam - France diplomatic relations and 10 years of the two countries’ strategic partnership Addressing a ceremony held at the city hall of Larmor-Plage Mayor Patrice Valton expressed his delight at the close France - Vietnam ties which have been fostered for not only the last 50 years but long before that along with the effects of their joint projects He said bilateral cooperation has developed not only in politics citing as example the partnership between Lorient town of Morbihan and Khanh Hoa province or Ho Chi Minh City of Vietnam as well as the local Vietnamese community’s efforts to popularise the Vietnamese culture and reinforce the two countries’ friendship Reviewing the milestones in bilateral relations over the past half of a century Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang said that cultural similarities form a solid stepping stone for the countries’ friendship and cooperation nowadays He appreciated the local Vietnamese community’s contributions to the popularization of the Vietnamese culture in France and highlighted the community’s bonds with the homeland’s culture along with their success in gathering generations of overseas Vietnamese (OVs) to honour the common heritage The ceremony at the city hall was the start of a number of activities as part of the Vietnam Festival organised by the City Hall of Larmor-Plage in collaboration with the three associations of Art Space Vietnamese and international students in "ao dai" reenact a traditional wedding of Vietnam at the festival The first-ever large-scale Vietnamese cultural event in Larmor-Plage attracted thousands of local residents and visitors It was an occasion for not only introducing the culture of Vietnam but also connecting OVs from around the world Activities included raising the donation of the used “ao dai” and they were handed over to visitors in exchange for donations to some centres of orphans and disabled children in Vietnam Visitors also had chances to engage in many activities to explore the traditional Lunar New Year festival and other aspects of the Vietnamese culture An exhibition of paintings by Vietnamese-origin children from nearly 20 countries a photo display on Hoi An ancient town by young artist Thai Nguyen and stalls of Vietnamese street food also formed part of the festival Ambassador Thang commended the remarkable success of the Art Space and Appel Lorient associations in strengthening cultural connections and exchanges between the two nations as well as promoting the beautiful image of Vietnam to French friends He described this event as a perfect milestone for the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relations local people will want to learn more about Vietnam and even come to the country to directly experience its identities Ministry of Information and Communications Vietnam currently ranks fifth among Asian U23 teams information and models of 87 Buddhist national treasures currently preserved in museums and relic sites across the country are on display The New Zealand Herald has run an article by journalist Cath Johnsen affirming that Vietnam offers one of the kindest cultures in the world held in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Vietnam–Hungary diplomatic ties aimed to strengthen connections between young overseas Vietnamese in Hungary and their cultural roots The exhibition features a dome made from do (poonah paper) combined with recycled plastic and steel to create a space that is both soft and strong The International Martial Arts Tournament welcomed participants from 11 African countries that are part of the African Vovinam – Viet Vo Dao Confederation alongside representatives from several European nations and Vietnam Deputy Minister of Culture of Venezuela Alí Alejandro Primera will perform renowned songs praising President Ho Chi Minh during an art programme titled “Forever Ho Chi Minh” on the occasion of his 135th birthday (May 19 The oil on canvas "Property of a Lady of Title" was the top-selling item at Sloane Street Auctions on May 2 and marked the first Vietnamese artwork ever auctioned at the house Vietnam will be one of 11 hosts of the AFC Asian U23 Cup 2026 qualification Coach Nguyen Dinh Hoang of Vietnam will bring 14 players who have practised hard at intensive training courses and friendlies in Vietnam and Japan to China for the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025 The Berlin exhibition presents a chronological narrative of the war through the eyes of artists and photographers who lived through or deeply studied the war from the early days of revolutionary movement to the great victory on April 30 Ha Long Carnival 2025 unfolded in three acts each weaving Quang Ninh’s cultural heritage into a vivid tapestry of performance The elaborately choreographed performances captured the spirit of local residents invited attendees to explore the locality's breathtaking natural beauty themed “Unity and Inclusivity for Human Dignity: Buddhist Insights for World Peace and Sustainable Development,” will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from May 6 to 8 expected to draw 1,200 delegates from 85 countries and territories Hanoi has mobilised hundreds of billions of VND for the restoration preservation and promotion of local cultural heritage every year transforming the treasures into engines for sustainable tourism development and Tourism Suansavanh Viyaket emphasised that the victory on April 30 was not only a triumph for the army and people of Vietnam but also a shared victory for the united forces and the special combat alliance between Laos and Vietnam not only won the final stage of the 37th National HTV Cycling Cup which concluded on April 30 in Ho Chi Minh City but also secured his place as the overall champion of the prestigious tournament The oil on canvas "Property of a Lady of Title" will be the first Vietnamese artwork on auction at this distinguished auction house It was on display at a solo exhibition of Vu Cao Dam in London in 1960 hosted by the prominent Frost & Reed Gallery titled “Mua xuan thong nhat” (the spring of reunification) serves as a profound tribute to previous generations soldiers and civilians who made great sacrifices for the country’s freedom and independence The exhibition showcases 42 photographs and propaganda posters created by Cuban artists reflecting Cuba’s heartfelt solidarity with Vietnam during its prolonged struggle for national defence The drone show is a highlight of the festivities commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30 2008 by the Ministry of Information and Communications Email: vietnamplus@vnanet.vn Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written consent.