Evening Update Wednesday 26th of June 2024

NEWS
Meeting with Macronist Leaders - Marine Tondelier, leader of Ecologistes-EELV, called for a meeting with leaders of Macronist parties (Horizons, Renaissance, Modem, and UDI) to advocate for a "republican withdrawal" strategy to defeat the Rassemblement National (RN) in the second round of the legislative elections. She questioned why these parties do not distinguish between the far-right and the left and stated that her candidates would withdraw if their continued presence risked electing a far-right candidate. Meanwhile, RN spokesperson Julien Odoul promised to respect parliamentary representation and confirmed plans to ban "sensitive jobs" for dual nationals. At the same time, Gabriel Attal continued his campaign, while Jordan Bardella maintained a strong media presence.

Frozen Shrimp Recall in Aldi - Aldi announced a recall of Golden Seafood frozen shrimp due to contamination with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria On Wednesday. These products were sold between March 18 and June 5 in various regions, including PACA. Aldi urges consumers to either destroy the product or return it to the store. Vibrio vulnificus, known as the "flesh-eater," can infect wounds, especially when the products are handled. It can also cause gastrointestinal issues in healthy individuals and potentially lead to septicaemia, a serious infection, in vulnerable people.

Volunteers Combat Forest Fires in PACA - 18- to 25-year-olds have joined the regional forestry guard to combat forest fires this summer in the PACA region. Each year, at