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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 31, 2022

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France treats energy squeeze as major crisis

As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues into its seventh month, French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has urged businesses to cut back on energy use in the autumn. She also hinted...

Monaco's coronavirus figures continue to plunge

There are currently nine patients receiving treatment for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital, including eight residents. There is no-one in intensive care...

Germany and France oppose EU visa ban

The European Union must not stop Russian tourists from visiting the bloc, Germany and France said ahead of a foreign ministers’ meeting in Prague that will discuss demands by the Baltic states...

Gazprom cuts supplies to France's Engie

The French energy company Engie announced on Tuesday that Gazprom, the Russian oil and gas giant, had informed it of additional and immediate reductions in its deliveries...

DULY NOTED: This year's Louboutin summer exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum that closed on Sunday attracted a total of 37,000 visitors, up from 30,000 for last year’s Giocometti expo. On the last weekend alone 3,300 visitors attended.

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TUESDAY AUGUST 30, 2022

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EU prepares rescue from rocketing energy prices

The EU is preparing a structural reform of the electricity market, Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday, August 29...

Tourists flock back to France after pandemic

Despite cost-of-living fears, heatwaves and wildfires, France’s tourism industry rebounded in a big way this summer as local and foreign holidaymakers poured in after a two-year slump caused by the coronavirus pandemic...

Artcurial appoints Olga de Marzio as director

Olga de Marzio, said: “I am delighted and honoured to join Artcurial in this year which coincides with its twentieth anniversary. In a short time she became one of the largest auction houses in auctions in Europe and a benchmark on the Monaco market...

DULY NOTED: Major sea-level rise from the melting of the Greenland ice cap is now inevitable, scientists have said, even if the fossil fuel burning that is driving the climate crisis were to end overnight.

The research shows the global heating to date will cause an absolute minimum sea-level rise of 27cm (10.6in) from Greenland alone as 110tn tonnes of ice melt. (SOURCE: Guardian)

The future of the popular 110 Airport Express coach service is in doubt, according to unconfirmed reports suggesting that the ending of the service has been lobbied for by taxi operators.

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MONDAY AUGUST 29, 2022

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Russia's war stymies Monte-Carlo Gala

Monaco’s premier fund-raising event for environmental causes will not take place as planned at the end of September due to the international situation...

New blow to energy supplies as winter beckons

The shutdown of four French nuclear reactors has been extended for several more weeks this coming autumn, as EDF continues to deal with long-term corrosion problems...

Audi set to enter Formula 1 in 2026

Audi is set to join the Formula 1 World Championship from the 2026 season, when the next set of power unit regulations will take hold...

Hamilton crashes out of Belgian Grand Prix on first lap

Formula 1 action has fully resumed after a long summer break with an eventful 2022 Belgian Grand Prix at the scintillating Spa-Francorchamps circuit under the hot summer sun....

AS Monaco battle out draw against PSG

For their toughest Ligue 1 fixture so far this season, AS Monaco travelled to Paris to face off against Paris Saint-Germain in the Parc des Princes on Sunday, August 28...

DULY NOTED: A volunteer fireman - a nineteen year-old student - in the Gironde region has been arrested on suspicion of starting up to 30 fires, the Bordeaux prosecutor announced on Sunday.

French energy firm TotalEnergies says it is divesting its stake in a Russian gas field that was reported last week to be providing fuel that ends up in Russian fighter jets. The company said it had signed a deal on Friday with its local Russian partner, Novatek, to sell its 49% in the Termokarstovoye gas field “on economic terms enabling TotalEnergies to recover the outstanding amounts invested in the field”.

The large naval ship that visited Port Hercule over the weekend was the Tonnerre helicopter carrier of the French Navy. The ship can carry 450 troops in addition to its crew.

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FRIDAY AUGUST 26, 2022

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Cypriot fan tried to force way into F1 paddock

A violent and extremely brutal attack on three police officers sent them all to hospital during this year’s Grand Prix, Monaco’s Criminal Court was told...

Hot, dry summer forces early start to champagne harvest

Champagne grape pickers have had to start the harvest earlier this year, as climate change forces the makers of the French sparkling wine to rethink how they make the coveted bubbly...

Lando Norris enjoying new life in Monaco

Having made a name for himself at the pinnacle of motorsport, Lando Norris landed a three year contract with McLaren back in May, 2021 with a salary of six million...

Just three more days for Louboutin expo

The spectacular Christian Louboutin exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum has just three days to run from Friday, August 26...

DULY NOTED: Britain is threatening human health, marine life and fishing by releasing raw sewage into the Channel and the North Sea, three French Euro MPs have said. They have asked the European Commission to seek “political and legal” measures to stop the pollution, as reported by The Guardian.

Jeff Daniels is on a short holiday and Monte-Carlo Diary is not published this week. As previously anounced, there will be no Saturday edition of Good Morning Monaco. Normal service will resume from September 1.

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24, 2022

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Huge interest in seized yacht auction

More than 60 bids were received for the seized superyacht Axioma during the auction in Gibraltar on Tuesday, August 23...

Carrefour to freeze prices on 100 products

French supermarket retailer Carrefour is freezing prices on 100 everyday products from tinned sardines to rice and washing up liquid, joining other companies...

Fined 500 euros for insulting policeman

A man who was stopped by police for not wearing a mask on July 28 last year, when wearing a face mask was still compulsory, remonstrated with an officer and called him names...

Basketball team meets the press

Ahead of what is looking to be a busy pre-season campaign, the AS Monaco Basketball team took to the Monaco Casino on Tuesday to meet the media and to answer some pressing questions...

DULY NOTED: Near Marseille late on Monday, a car that refused to stop when ordered to by police was found to contain a tank of 1,000 litres of stolen diesel fuel. The driver took off and tried to force his way through a police roadblock, injuring four policemen.

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TUESDAY AUGUST 23, 2022

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Another yacht sinks off Italy - all rescued

The 39-metre yacht My Saga sank at about midday on Sunday while under tow to Cantanzaro Marina in the Gulf of Squillace, Calabria...

Prominent personality calls NEWS.MC reporting into question

The two recent articles on Ukrainian citizens living in or near to Monaco attracted huge interest. Among that interest we received the following email from Dr Arthur Goldstein...

LaFerrari piles into mopeds

An owner of one very expensive Ferrari, the 3.5 million dollar LaFerrari to be exact, was left less than impressed when he discovered that his prized possession had piled into a row of mopeds parked...

DULY NOTED: Plage Marquet at Cap d'Ail has been closed to swimmers over the weekend and on Monday due to high levels of bacteria. After tests, it may reopen today, Tuesday, August 23.

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MONDAY AUGUST 22, 2022

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Mystery crash causes Monaco travel havoc

The fatal accident early on Saturday morning on the Lower Corniche close to Eze had a huge knock-on effect on travel in and out of Monaco all weekend, and disruption is expected to last until well into Monday morning...

Monaco Battalion report leads to official probe

The bombshell investigation by Ukrayinska Pravda published on August 17, which we published in English (here), has led to an official probe by Ukraine’s State Bureau of Investigation, the Kyiv Post reports...

Monumental spider sells for 38 million euros

The Louise Bourgeois monumental spider structure that sat for some time in the Boulingrins gardens above Casino Square has been sold for more than four million euros per leg,..

AS Monaco suffer huge defeat at home to Lens

For their third matchday of the 2022/23 Ligue 1 season, AS Monaco hosted RC Lens at the Stade Louis II, and suffered a big loss to their visitors in front of the home crowd...

DULY NOTED: Kylian Mbappe, the former AS Monaco wonderboy, has equalled the record for the time taken to open the scoring in a Ligue 1 match, taking just 8 seconds to open the scoring for PSG against Lille on Sunday.

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FRIDAY AUGUST 19, 2022

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Ukrainian 'businessmen' take over from Russian oligarchs

Reporters from Ukraine’s Pravda have been in Monaco and Cap Ferrat to investigate the Ukrainian expats who seem to be living either in the Principality or close by...

Monte-Carlo Diary: Not feeling well? Don't take the bus

Records for traffic jams in Monaco are falling almost daily. On Thursday it took 40 minutes to travel two stops on the hospital bus, the Number 5, from Citroniers to the Tourism Office...

Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy Manchester United

Monaco-based British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has expressed his interest in buying Premier League side Manchester United, having been a fan of the club since his childhood...

DULY NOTED: The death toll in Corsica following violent storms rose to seven on Thursday.

Due to the very quiet news situation in the Principality in the second half of August, Good Morning Monaco will not be published on the next two Saturdays, August 20 and August 27. Sports reports and breaking news will continue to be published at NEWS.MC

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THURSDAY AUGUST 18, 2022

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Navalny says West has taken very little action

In a series of devastating tweets from his prison cell, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has claimed that the majority of Russian oligarchs close to Putin have so far escaped...

After the jellyfish come the ankle-biters

Swimmers along the Riviera are facing a new foe this summer, the triggerfish. So far several nasty bites have been reported in various parts of France – including Saint-Tropez -as the colourful and outwardly attractive fish...

River Loire sets new lows

France’s River Loire, famous for the many castles gracing its shores, is a shallow river at the best of times, but this year...

Vanderson extends contract with AS Monaco

Since signing with AS Monaco in the previous season’s January transfer window, Brazilian right back Vanderson has performed consistently on the pitch..

DULY NOTED: Wednesday, August 17, witnessed one of the worst days ever for Monaco traffic, with among other jams, a stationary line of traffic in early afternoon from Casino Square via Jardin Exotique to beyond the border at Cap'Ail. A tunnel closure combined with rain were mainly to blame for the problem.

NEWS.MC apologises for the paucity of stories, which is due to the fact that many of Monaco's movers and shakers are making the most of the second half of August holiday period.

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 17, 2022

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Heavy rainfall will not solve drought, threatens floods

Météo France placed five Departements in the south of France on orange alert for thunderstorms on Tuesday, August 16, and the downpours were expected to reach the PACA region overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday...

Monaco's coronavirus numbers largely stable

Forty-six Residents with mild coronavirus symptoms are recovering at home, the Monaco Government said on Tuesday, August 16...

Bolivia to take pride of place at AMLA Gala

L’Association Monegasque pour l’Amerique Latine together with No Finish Line International invites Monaco residents to discover “Mystical Bolivia” at the AMLA GALA 2022...

Eneti offloads Scorpio Tankers shares

Monaco-based owner and operator of offshore wind vessels Eneti has sold its entire holding of around 2.16m common shares in related product tanker giant Scorpio Tankers...

DULY NOTED: The France Vegetables trade organisation said on Tuesday that this year's harvests will be between 25% and 35% below normal due to successive heatwaves, leading to higher prices.

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TUESDAY AUGUST 16, 2022

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Former Monaco Resident fights to get her baby back

Sarah Jane O’Brien has enlisted the help of her local MP in Ireland in challenging the removal of her infant son from the South of France to Malta...

Christopher Foyle has died, aged 79

His passing has reverberated profoundly in the two worlds in which he was a major figure and a pioneer, books and air freight...

Activists target golf courses, fill in holes

Climate activists affiliated with Extinction Rebellion have targeted golf courses in southern France, filling holes with concrete...

Scottish Highlands whisky tasting in October

Ian and Martina Brodie are inviting readers to join a three-day whisky-tasting visit this autumn from Monaco to the very centre of Scotland’s whisky country, the Spey Valley...

AS Monaco sign Mohamad Camara from Salzburg

Having seen Aurelian Tchouameni depart to Real Madrid for the considerable sum of 100 million euros, Monaco were faced with the task of finding another player...

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FRIDAY AUGUST 12, 2022

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Recidivist Monegasque drunk driver jailed for five days

A young drunken driver decided to take his car home despite the fact that the bonnet of the car had been damaged by colliding with a planter, and visibility was substantially impaired...

Smoke from Ligurian wildfire descends on Menton and Monaco

Residents of Monaco and neighbouring communities have noticed the smell of woodsmoke in recent days, as a fire inland from Ventimiglia has sent smoke across the border from Liguria...

Rekindled wildfires rage in Gironde, thousands evacuated, homes lost

Wildfires tore through the Gironde region of southwestern France on Wednesday, destroying homes and forcing the evacuation of more than 8,000 residents...

Hamilton not a fan of driving on Riviera roads

Lewis Hamilton is no stranger to driving in the most demanding way. With seven world titles to his name, and 103 race wins under his belt, he is arguably the most impressive and fearless driver there ever was. However...

EU mulls the banning of Russian visitors

Visa restrictions for Russians wishing to visit individual EU countries have been tightened in recent months, following Putin’s attempted land grab in Ukraine. However...

Three cases of monkeypox in Monaco

Monaco’s health authorities have reacted quickly to the appearance of monkeypox in the Principality, and an ‘adequate’ stock of vaccine has been obtained...

Unstoppable Fraser-Pryce seals 100m win

World champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce scorched the track with the fastest time over 100 metres this year at the Monaco Diamond League meeting on Wednesday, winning the race...

AS Monaco sign Malang Sarr on loan

It has been a busy transfer window for AS Monaco, as the Principality side saw the departure of Aurelian Tchouameni to Real Madrid, and the arrival of four summer signings...

DULY NOTED: Another watch theft has been reported in Cannes in which a valuable timepiece was ripped from the wrist of a local resident. The theft took place between the Cartier shop and the Hotel Carlton in the late afternoon of Wednesday. A Patek Philippe watch valued at 400,000 euros was taken in the same way in Cannes last month.

Advance notice: Monday, August 15, is a holiday in Monaco and Good Morning Monaco will not be published,

Up to date news from Ukraine: babel.ua

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THURSDAY AUGUST 11, 2022

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Recidivist Monegasque drunk driver jailed for five days

A young drunken driver decided to take his car home despite the fact that the bonnet of the car had been damaged by colliding with a planter, and visibility was substantially impaired...

Smoke from Ligurian wildfire descends on Menton and Monaco

Residents of Monaco and neighbouring communities have noticed the smell of woodsmoke in recent days, as a fire inland from Ventimiglia has sent smoke across the border from Liguria...

Rekindled wildfires rage in Gironde, thousands evacuated, homes lost

Wildfires tore through the Gironde region of southwestern France on Wednesday, destroying homes and forcing the evacuation of more than 8,000 residents...

Hamilton not a fan of driving on Riviera roads

DULY NOTED: Fifty individuals fought a pitched battle in the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis on Monday night, according to police sources cited by Le Figaro on Wednesday. Using iron bars and planks of wood with nails attached, opposing bands of Algerians and Egyptians were involved. One policeman was wounded and there were no arrests.

After six years of trying to break into the Italian market, the home of pizza, Domino’s Pizza is winding down its operations in the country. Unsurprisingly, local producers knocked spots off the interloper.

Tonight in Monaco: Soirées de Monaco-Ville – “Brazilian evening” With two workshops for children, three musicians, three dancers and an entertainer. From 16:00 to 21:00 Monaco-Ville invites you to rediscover the authentic alleys of the old town. There is a 100% electric shuttle on a circuit linking Monaco-Ville to Place Saint-Dévote, every 15 minutes from 20:00 to 22:50, in addition to the usual bus lines.

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 10, 2022

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Prince Albert involved in F1 talks - Rosberg

The future of the Monaco Grand Prix remains shaky whether we like it or not, as contract negotiations between the Automobile Club of Monaco and Formula 1 have not yet led to any solutions...

Only five residents in hospital with coronavirus

The Government said on Tuesday afternoon that five residents are among 11 patients currently being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital...

One-sided Ukrainian conflict at MC Bay

The long-term partner of a Ukrainian woman who had been staying at the Monte-Carlo Bay hotel has appeared in front of Monaco’s Criminal Court charged with assaulting his partner...

Good year for Champagne

Wine production in France is expected to rebound this year from frost-hit output in 2021, although deepening drought may curb volumes...

AS Monaco fall just short in Eindhoven and exit Champions League

Having already hosted PSV Eindhoven at the Stade Louis II in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifiers, which ended in a 1-1 draw on Tuesday, August 2...

DULY NOTED: Tesla’s full self-driving software represents a potentially lethal threat to child pedestrians, according to a safety test conducted by the Dawn Project. The latest version of Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta software repeatedly hit a stationary, child-sized mannequin in its path. A professional test driver found that the software – released in June – failed to detect the child-sized figure at an average speed of 25mph and the car then hit the mannequin. SOURCE: The Guardian

Following the massive strike on a Russian munitions dump in Crimea, 200 kilometres beyond the front line in the Russian-Ukrainian war, a Ukrainian government spokesman said that 'No Smoking' rules should always be followed

Tonight in Monaco: Concert – “K3”. A Belgian-Dutch girl group with a Dutch-language repertoire will perform on Wednesday August 10, from 19.30 to 22:00 at Le Square Théodore Gastaud, one of a series of concerts organised by the Mairie de Monaco and free and open to all.

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TUESDAY AUGUST 9, 2022

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It's official: Monaco's air quality is 'poor'

In its daily update of air quality in the Principality, the Government said on Monday, August 8, that it was ‘poor...’

France tweaks rules to keep nuclear plants running

France’s nuclear power regulator has extended temporary waivers allowing five power stations to continue discharging hot water into rivers...

AS Monaco unveil third kit in bold new colour

Having already unveiled the traditionally-coloured home jersey, and the simplistic black away kit for the upcoming season, AS Monaco have decided to deploy the use of purple

DULY NOTED: Olivia Newton-John has died from breast cancer at the age of 73. The actress – best known for the 1978 musical Grease – passed away at her home in Southern California on August 8.

An Italian tourist initiative has been launched in which scenic trysting places have been furnished with signs saying: Zona romantica and: Obbligatorio baciarsi. It is obligatory to kiss!

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MONDAY AUGUST 8, 2022

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Tourism surge confirmed by stats

Any Resident passing through Casino Square in recent days cannot help but notice the hordes of tourists in numbers never seen before...

Europe's largest nuclear power station one incident away from disaster

Ukraine said on Sunday that renewed Russian shelling had damaged three radiation sensors and hurt a worker at the Zaporizhzhia power plant...

Mystery wave of nightspot needle-jabbing

More than 400 cases have been reported in France of women being jabbed by needles, usually in crowded spaces such as nightclubs...

McLaren tell Ricciardo it's over

The domino effect of drivers swapping seats that was caused by Fernando Alonso’s shock move from Alpine to Aston Martin has now reached Daniel Ricciardo...

Monaco kick off new season with away win

AS Monaco have kicked off their 2022/2023 Ligue 1 season in delightful fashion, as the Monegasques beat RC Strasbourg away at the Stade de la Meinau, on the afternoon of Saturday, August 6...

DULY NOTED: All of France will endure heatwave conditions from today until August 15, the forecasters say. In the Monaco region showers and thunderstorms are forecast, but it is often the case they blow ever, making local predictions very unreliable.

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FRIDAY AUGUST 5, 2022

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Saint Tropez suffers scourge of muggings

The safety and security of Monaco have been underlined this summer by the fact that other up-market towns along the Riviera have been plagued by violent thefts and muggings...

Cancer-causing chemical found in Haagen-Dazs ice cream

Some Haagen-Dazs ice cream products have been recalled in France and Belgium after traces of a pesticide banned in the EU were found in vanilla-flavoured ice cream...

Stars set to smash records at Herculis athletics meet

On Wednesday, August 10, some of the biggest names in global athletics will compete on the track and field of the Stade Louis II in the 2022 Herculis EBS meet...

Spend a day in Monaco with Charles Leclerc

Ferrari Formula 1 driver and local superstar Charles Leclerc has won the internet over again, this time as a result of his very own ‘day in the life’ vlog...

DULY NOTED: The Queen Bee in Beausoleil is collaborating with OAfrica, by selling clothes that have been donated by their ambassadrices, such as Isabelle Adjani, Margherita Missoni, Angela Missoni, Rossy da Palma and Mossi Traore. Some of the clothes have been worn by these artists, and others are brand new. The proceeds will be going to the charity, the association OAfrica that develops programs to help vulnerable children and their families in Ghana, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

The Handiplage facility on Larvotto Beach - which enables disabled people to enjoy the water - will have had 500 unique uses by the end of August.

Today in Monaco:

Concert - "Pat Kalla & Le Super Mojo" Singer, storyteller and talented performer, Pat Kalla and his Super Mojo is a concentration of energy that promises to make even the most reluctant dancers get up from their chairs and wiggle their hips. From Thursday August 4 to Friday August 5, at 21:00 at La Note Bleue. Participation of 10€ per person on the evening of the concert.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 4, 2022

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Fingerprints and mugshots to enter France from May

The European Union had been preparing to introduce the new European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) from May 2023, but it has now been delayed until November...

First Monabike station on French territory

The border between Monaco and France has been just a little bit blurred by the installation of a Monabike facility on the streets of Beausoleil...

MYS announces first list of superyachts for 2022 show

On Wednesday, August 3 the Monaco Yacht Show published the first list of superyachts that will be exhibited in the Principality’s Port Hercule as part of the upcoming show next month...

New interactive 3D screens for tourists

Of limited interest to residents, two interactive screens have been installed in tourist hotspots to help the traipsing hordes find their way around the Principality...

Sunday opening continues all month

During August, many of Monaco’s shops will be open on Sunday. With the slogan, in English, “Monaco Sunday Experience..."

DULY NOTED: Train service from Nice to Monaco was disrupted on Wednesday for almost three hours from 11:30 after a person jumped in front of a train at Antibes railway station.

The animal identified as a baby hedgehog in yesterday's news item Shelter rescues parched animals as France bakes was in fact a baby squirrel. Our apologies to all concerned.

Today in Monaco:

Concert at the Prince's Palace: Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Jaap van Zweden with Beatrice Rana, piano. Includes pieces by Piotr Ilitch Tchaikovsky and Ludwig van Beethoven. At 21:30 at the Prince's Palace - Cour d'Honneur.

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 3, 2022

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Monegasque student sentenced for Internet fraud

A Monegasque student bought clothes from Zara’s website to the tune of 929.38 euros using another person’s bank card...

Shelter rescues parched animals as France bakes

With temperatures soaring once again across southern France, Laura Borderes uses a syringe to feed an infant squirrel now in the care of her animal shelter...

New Head of Mission to EU

The new Head of Mission of Monaco to the European Union, HE Mr Frédéric Labarrere, has presented his credentials to Mrs Ursula Von der Leyen, President of the European Commission...

AS Monaco draw with PSV Eindhoven

As August dawns club football becomes serious again, and even more serious in the case of AS Monaco, who faced off against Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven in their UEFA Champions League...

Fernando Alonso shocks own team with Aston Martin move

It has been a busy few days for Aston Martin, who have efficiently dealt with Sebastian Vettel’s announcement of retirement from Formula 1 at the end of the current season...

Piastri insists he will not drive for Alpine

The never-ending game of musical chairs continues in the Formula 1 circus, as the announcement of Sebastian Vettel’s retirement last week has prompted a shift in drivers between teams...

DULY NOTED: A dolphin was spotted in Port Hercule on Tuesday morning. Maritime traffic was alerted and the Bateau Bus told to slow down even more in order to reduce the chances of collision.

Today in Monaco: After 7 years of absence, Simple Minds will be back in the Principality at the Salle des Etoiles on August 3 for the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival. Doors open at 20:00, the concert starts after 22:30. Jacket – Proper attire required. More info: SBM

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TUESDAY AUG 2, 2022

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All Monaco's coronavirus indicators plunge

In a weekly update, the Government provided figures that show that coronavirus is retreating quickly as a public health threat...

First Russian super yacht goes to auction this month

The 72-metre Axioma is likely to be the first seized super yacht to be auctioned, with the sale planned for August 23...

Problems at the pumps as delivery curbs bite

Motorists filling up along the Riviera at weekends may find trouble finding petrol over the summer period...

DULY NOTED: An Austrian doctor, Lisa-Marie Kellermayr, who appeared regularly on TV to advocate vaccine take-up, has committed suicide following a hate campaign on social media.

Tracfin, the French body tasked with tracing the properties of sanctioned Russian oligarchs, said on Monday that it has so far frozen 1.2 billion euros in assets.

Today in Monaco: A circus show. A magnificent duet between a juggler, Julien Clément, trained at the Centre National des Arts du Cirque and Pierre Pollet, drummer and percussionist. At Fort Antoine Theatre, all public including children from 6 very welcome. The show start at 21:30 on Tuesday August 2. Free entry with a ticket from Theatre Princesse Grace. Discover more at the Theatre website.

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Giant Port Hercule project gets green light at last

After eight years of wrangling and a court case in 2020 that awarded the developer 157 million euros in compensation, including interest, the gigantic multi-purpose...

Giving blood has never been easier thanks to Bloodmobile

Princess Grace Hospital has made donating blood much easier by operating a Bloodmobile service in conjunction with local companies...

Another nightmare for Ferrari as Verstappen wins

Red Bull’s Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen won the Hungarian Grand Prix, from 10th on the starting grid and despite a spin, on Sunday as Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc suffered another strategy nightmare...

Ministers visit SBM Offshore

Minister of State Pierre Dartout and Céline Caron Dagioni, Minister of Infrastructure, Environment and Urban Planning, met with managers of SBM Offshore...

DULY NOTED: A 30 year-old Syrian refugee is to go in trial in Reims on August 23, charged with two rapes in the city, one on February 2 and the second on July 2, Le Figaro reports.

High temperatures, dry vegetation and strong winds are causing concern in the South of France that wildfires may find ideal conditions.

Today in Monaco The Christian Louboutin exhibition continues at the Grimaldi Forum: https://www.grimaldiforum.com/en/events-schedule-monaco/christian-louboutin---l-exhibition-niste

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Rybolovlev-Bouvier dispute back in play

As a forest wildfire can suddenly reignite itself, the long-term legal tussle between AS Monaco owner Dmitry Rybolovlev and Swiss art dealer Yves Bouvier burst into flames again this week...

Temporary police station takes its place outside Stadium

Work continues until the end of September on a temporary police station in Fontvieille that will house about 100 police officers...

Macron hosts 'murderous prince' with oil on agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Thursday as part of increased Western efforts to court the major oil-producing state amid the war...

Sebastien Vettel announces F1 retirement

Four-time world champion Sebastien Vettel has announced his retirement from Formula 1 at the end of the season...

DULY NOTED: Crossing the road in Monaco except on a pedestrian crossing can incur a penalty of 45 euros.

Tonight in Monaco: The Monte-Carlo Summer Festival continues with Christina Aguilera at the Salle des Etoiles, More info from SBM.

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THURSDAY JULY 28, 2022

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Man drowns after late night swim off Larvotto

A 34 year-old man drowned off Larvotto Beach earlier this month after going for a late night swim...

Woman jailed after striking barmaid with champagne bottle

A group of friends celebrating during the Monaco Grand Prix ran up a bill of 14,340 euros at Coya, an establishment in Fontvieille run by SBM, Monaco Criminal Court was told...

France takes next step to confiscation of oligarchs' assets

A formal enquiry has been opened by the Parquet National Financier (PNF) into the property of Russian oligarchs close to Putin. In the majority of cases...

AS Monaco lose final pre-season friendly

For their final friendly fixture of the 2022 preseason campaign, AS Monaco travelled to England to face off against Premier League side Southampton...

DULY NOTED: An Afghan refugee has been arrested in Le Mans after stabbing two strangers. The victims are expected to survive. He is undergoing psychiatric evaluation.

US Secretary of State Blinken is going to speak to his counterpart, Lavrov, within the next few days. It will be their first conversation since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. On the agenda, Ukrainian grain exports and the release of American prisoners.

Tonight in Monaco: James Blunt will perform at the Monte-Carlo Summer Festival. The concert begins at 22:30. More info from SBM

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Princess touches hearts at home for elderly

HSH Princess Charlene made a special visit to the A Qietüdine old peoples’ home in Condamine on Tuesday, where she spoke to many residents and the staff who look after them...

Monaco resumes child heart ops thanks to sponsors

After two years when international travel wasn’t possible because of coronavirus, the Monaco Humanitarian Collective has resumed its program of life-saving heart operations for African children...

Minister of State hears of Techni Pharma's success

Minister of State Pierre Dartout, accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Laurence Garino, and the Director of Economic Expansion, Stephan Bruno, visited the pharmaceutical company Techni Pharma...

Italian police 'find' Leclerc's stolen watch

Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc has not experienced the greatest luck this year, having been plagued with one fiasco after another by his own team over the course of the 2022 Formula 1 season...

Top pole vaulter shows local youngsters just how it's done

One of the world’s top pole vaulters, Margot Chevrier was at Stade Louis II on Tuesday morning to introduce local youngsters, aged 10-15, to the sport...

DULY NOTED: France has now passed legislation enabling the reintroduction of checks for negative tests at borders, if a 'dangerous' new coronavirus variant emerges.

TONIGHT IN MONACO: From 19:30 till 22:00, Le Square Théodore Gastaud will host yet another free live concert, open to all organised by the Mairie de Monaco.

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Good news on coronavirus as all indicators fall

Coronavirus hasn’t gone on holiday, but all of the indicators used in Monaco show a fall over the past week...

AS Monaco made more than 1.3 billion on transfers

AS Monaco is widely regarded to be among the world’s best clubs in nurturing young talent, developing potential superstars, and then sending them on their way with a fruitful profit margin...

France against uniform targets on gas rationing

France is against setting uniform targets for the reduction of gas consumption in Europe amid a looming energy crisis, said French energy ministry officials...

Rain expected in Monaco tomorrow

.Tuesday, July 26, will be another hot day with temperatures set to beat 30 degrees in Monaco, although the Alpes-Maritimes have been downgraded from an amber to a yellow alert.

DULY NOTED: French Health Minister Francois Braun said on Monday that about 1,700 people had been infected with monkey pox in France. "The profile (of the patients) is that they are mainly men who have had sexual relations with other men, but one can also be infected by contact with a patient's blisters," Braun said on BFM TV. One case has been confirmed in Monaco.

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Heatwave victims close to overwhelming local A&E

So many mainly elderly people have needed urgent medical attention in recent days that hospital accident and emergency departments have been put under a great deal of pressure...

Residents return home after fires contained

Nineteen thousand evacuated residents returned home over the weekend as the local authorities declared the two major fires south-west of Bordeaux to be largely extinguished...

Yacht Club in seabed mapping pact with IHO

As part of the “Monaco Capital of Advanced Yachting” initiative, the official signing of the Letter of Cooperation between the Yacht Club de Monaco and the IHO – the Monaco-based International Hydrographic Organisation – took place...

Leclerc blames himself for French Grand Prix crash

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc blamed himself on Sunday for a French Grand Prix crash that left his Formula One title hopes disappearing into the distance...

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Monkeypox has made its way to Monaco

A first case of monkeypox has been discovered in the Principality, Dr Olivia Keïta-Perse, head of the epidemiology and hygiene department at the Princess Grace Hospital said on Thursday evening...

Another SFO conviction overturned as Ahsanis await sentences

London’s Court of Appeal on Thursday quashed a third conviction in the long-running Unaoil case, which turned on how oil contracts were secured in post-occupation Iraq involving Monaco-based Unaoil, run by the Ahsani family...

French commission rubber stamps border enabling law

A mixed commission of seven French senators and seven deputies has approved enabling regulations for the reintroduction of coronavirus frontier controls if and when the government wishes to introduce them...

DULY NOTED: Right-wing parties that have been sympathetic to Putin in the past are poised to do well in autumn elections due in Italy, following the collapse of the Draghi government.

Smoke from the fires in the Gironde region of south-west France has reached Paris. The government is sending more fire-fighting aircraft.

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THURSDAY JULY 21, 2022

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Prince and Princess received at Vatican

Six years since their last visit to the Vatican, TSH Prince Albert and Princess Charlene were received by the Pope on Wednesday, July 20...

Le Grand Bleu sells for 2.62 million euros

The Hôtel des Ventes de Monte-Carlo enjoyed a successful set of results following the Important Jewellery auction on Tuesday, July 19.

Monaco's thriving German Club holds splendid Gala

The German Club International, to give it its full name, welcomed almost 100 members to the Monaco Yacht Club on Tuesday, July 18, for an outstanding evening in support of good causes...

Much-improved summer access to Monaco Ville

A much-needed shuttle service has been launched linking Condamine and Monaco Ville...

SICCFIN honoured by Egmont Group

The Financial Circuits Information and Control Service (SICCFIN), the financial intelligence service of the Principality, participated from July 10 to 14...

DULY NOTED: French singing star Juliette Armanet will perform at the Grimaldi Forum on Saturday, October 15.

Online ticket office or +377 99 99 30 00

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37 residents hospitalised with coronavirus

There was mixed news on Monaco’s coronavirus situation on Monday, July 18. More residents are in hospital but the coronavirus incidence rate is down, the Government said...

Heat records broken in many parts of France

France on Monday faced one of the hottest days ever recorded with temperatures reaching and even exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104°F) in coastal regions cherished by tourists, as wildfires intensified...

Visitor from Naples misses wedding after 'bottle party'

A nasty fight broke out at Nikki Beach at the Fairmont Monte-Carlo early in the evening of Monday, July 11...

Pagani puts electric plans on hold

After four years of research into developing an electric car, Pagani have arrived at the conclusion that creating an EV is simply not worth it...

DULY NOTED: The Red Cross Gala took place last night with 650 guests on the terraces of the Casino and later on Casino Square. Fortunately, the organisers' gamble of no rain paid off handsomely.

Wildfires in south-west France continue with 16,000 people evacuated as of Monday afternoon and 15,000 hectares burned.

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MONDAY JULY 18, 2022

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'One of the hottest days on record' warning

There will be no escape from scorching temperatures on Monday, July 18, according to the forecasters...

Happy times for Princess Charlene and Family

HSH Princess Charlene very informally joined a tour of the Prince’s Palace last week, to the evident joy of visitors discovering its treasures...

France snags much-needed energy deal with UAE

France and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will sign an accord on Monday whereby the UAE will guarantee diesel supplies to France...

Local artist repeats stamp success

The outstanding work of Namibian-born artist Stefne Van Zyl will once again be seen by a wide public as her designs appear on a new Monaco stamp depicting HSH Prince Albert...

AS Monaco holds on to draw with Inter Milan

AS Monaco continue to enjoy their pre-season campaign having remained undefeated in yet another friendly match, this time against Serie A side Inter Milan on Saturday, July 16...

DULY NOTED: The Red Cross Gala takes place on Casino Square tonight.

The German government has been routinely criticised for not sending enough weapons to help Ukraine in its war of self-defence. This is a list of weapons and other supplies being prepared or already sent:

https://babel.ua/en/news/81385-the-german-government-has-published-an-updated-list-of-weapons-that-are-being-prepared-for-transfer-to-ukraine

https://www.bundesregierung.de/breg-de/themen/krieg-in-der-ukraine/lieferungen-ukraine-2054514

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New cruise venture for Monaco travel partners

A giant in ultra-luxury travel, Monaco’s Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio is back in the cruise business...

Neighbours' coronavirus situation not dramatically bad

Although the bare coronavirus figures in the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes show an increase in cases and hospitalisations, the pandemic scenario is not as worrying as some observers have portrayed...

Macron: France must brace for Russian gas supply cuts

France must quickly learn how to do without Russian gas, as Moscow is using cuts in supplies to Europe as a weapon in its war with Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday...

Monaco Madame gets four years in drugs, prostitution case

The Monaco resident of Brazilian origin on trial in Nice for running a prostitution ring in Beausoleil and Monaco has been sentenced to four years in jail...

DULY NOTED:

Family Day Celebration

In memory of Kate Powers

A special event hosted by Stars’n’Bars on Saturday, July 16 to introduce the Kate Powers Foundation which has been created to carry on Kate’s purpose: to ensure the well-being of the community and the environment.

Activities and fun start at 16:00.

Volunteers from the Kate Powers Foundation will be raising funds by organising games for children and adults, including bouncy castles, face painting, silent disco, dunk tank, 3 legged race, wellness corner, music, meditation, sound bath and a special tombola.

30 EUR entrance fee for all activities.

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Monaco resident ran den of drugs and prostitutes, court told

A Monaco resident of Brazilian origin faces a lengthy jail sentence if found guilty of acting as the Madame for a ring of prostitutes based in Beausoleil...

More than enough for everyone in Monaco Art Week

Over the last few years Monaco has become a leading European centre of artistic expression and exhibition, as this year’s Monaco Art Week bears witness...

Monaco Cooperation reaffirms aid commitments

Mrs Isabelle Berro-Amadei, Minister of External Relations and Cooperation, has signed Memoranda of Understanding with seven special partners...

Sovereign's Accession toasted in Madrid

Monaco’s Embassy in Spain celebrated the anniversary of Accession of HSH Prince Albert II, at the Club Financiero Genova in the centre of Madrid...

AS Monaco set to sign second new player

AS Monaco seem to be signing their second new player this summer, as Foot Mercato report that the Principality side have agreed to a €12.5m fee...

DULY NOTED: Today, July 14, is Bastille Day and a national holiday in France. Monaco’s postal services won’t operate.

A young American tourist fell into Vesuvius this week after dropping his smartphone while taking a selfie. He was rescued by guides and later arrested for accessing the lip of the crater by an unauthorised route. He also suffered burns to his back and arms.

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France to cut nitrites in food

France said on Tuesday it intends to cut the use of nitrites in food after the national health agency confirmed they raise the risk of cancer, falling short of a full ban feared by processed meat makers...

Boat bursts ino flames off Bordighera

The sky beyond Bordighera and in the eastern side of the Côté d’Azur was filled with a plum of black smoke in the late afternoon of Tuesday, July 12...

A great space to show art as Sotheby's celebrates opening

Sotheby’s, the international auction house with a strong Monaco presence, has officially marked the opening of its permanent gallery on ave. de la Costa...

Wannenes auction house expects to double impact

Wannenes, a relative newcomer to the Monaco auction scene, having opened its local office just two years ago, expects to double the value of sales over two days at the Monaco Yacht Club...

Red Cross ball will be on Casino Square

Presided over by HSH Prince Albert, the 73rd Monaco Red Cross Ball takes place on Friday, July 18, on Casino Square for the second time since its creation...

DULY NOTED: French President Emmanuel Macron said he was proud of supporting the US ride-hailing company Uber and would “do it again tomorrow and the day after tomorrow.” While a minister he secretly helped lobby against France’s closed-shop taxi industry.

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Two coronavirus patients in intensive care

The coronavirus situation in Monaco continues to worsen, with an increase in all indicators...

Bernie Ecclestone to be charged with fraud

Bernie Ecclestone has landed himself in some very hot water, as the Former Formula 1 supremo faces charges of fraud by false representation after allegedly failing to announce over 400 million...

Much-needed new car park opens on Port Hercule

The Louis Chiron Public Car Park has opened on Port Hercule, accessible from the Route de la Piscine...

Artcurial auction house celebrates 20 years

Artcurial, France’s biggest auction house, this year marks its 20th birthday. The first half of 2022 has been the best in Artcurial’s history...

DULY NOTED: On Monday evening all 100 beds in the Emergency Department at the University Hospital in Nice - the largest in France - were occupied. Some patients were being treated in corridors. A staff shortage has been blamed, in turn due to coronavirus isolation, holidays and burn-out. About 40% of staff are absent.

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Grand success for Bal de la Rose

The annual charity Bal de la Rose took place on Friday, July 8, at the Salle des Etoiles. Artistic direction was by Christian Louboutin. The theme of the Ball was ‘The Roaring Twenties: The Return...'

Thigh fetishist butcher jailed for sex attack

A 38 year-old butcher with a fascination for the upper leg was sent to jail by Monaco Criminal Court following a recent assault on a young tourist on the border between Monaco and Beausoleil...

Huge cruise ship sails into multiple trouble

Mein Schiff 2, the monstrous cruise ship owned by German travel operator TUI, ran into trouble on Friday while trying to berth in Ajaccio, Corsica...

Leclerc overcomes last minute scare to win in Red Bull country

Formula 1 has returned to the Styrian Hills for the 2022 Austrian Grand Prix, and Max Verstappen’s orange army came out in full force to show support for their favourite Dutchman...

YACHTING NEWS

Shocking amount of room on Lagoon 51

Lagoon 51, the new green catamaran, has made shockwaves in the yachting industry with its ability to accommodate all the demands of a new generation of owners whilst remaining sustainable...

DULY NOTED: The edict issued by the Mayor of Nice making the wearing of masks compulsory once again on public transport from Monday, July 11, was overturned by a court ruling last week, but that is not likely to be the end of the story.

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Monaco approves gender change for dual national

A Monaco court has authorised the registration of a change of gender for one of its nationals who also holds French nationality. The Principality has no legal framework for such a process although France does...

Top economist paints pessimistic picture

Ludovic Subran, Chief Economist of Allianz, provided a brilliant insight into the global geopolitical situation and its economic and financial consequences at a meeting of Monaco Economic Board...

Faced with winter power cuts, France plans to nationalise EDF

France will fully nationalise EDF, Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said on Wednesday, in a move that would give the government more control...

Richard Mille's first Ferrari timepiece is thinnest

Respected Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille has unveiled its first timepiece in collaboration with Ferrari...

Disabled facilities open again on Larvotto Beach

The Handiplage site on Larvotto beach is open again, until September 4...

DULY NOTED: British Airways will cut 10,300 more short-haul flights between August and the end of October, in addition to the cancellation of 1,500 fights on June 5. The cancellations are at London Heathrow, Gatwick and City airports.

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Nice makes masks compulsory on public transport again

It came as no surprise on Wednesday morning when the Mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, announced that masks will be needed again on public transport from next Monday, July 11...

Americans return, but not in droves

Americans have largely replaced the missing Russians and Asian visitors this summer, as the Riviera enjoys an excellent tourist season, local French-language daily Monaco Matin reports...

BA cuts flights to Nice

Prices have soared while flights stay grounded from Heathrow to Nice. In total 72 Heathrow-Nice flights on BA have been cancelled until July 15...

Althaus Luxury Yachting sold to Saudi family

Santocedrus Capital, the family office of the Saudi-based Sherbiny family, has completed the acquisition of Althaus Luxury Yachting, a Monaco-based superyacht brokerage company...

AS Monaco bid farewell to two top players

It has been a busy summer so far for AS Monaco, as the club has welcomed young talents from the Academy into the professional team, while also welcoming Liverpool’s Takumi Minamino to the squad...

DULY NOTED: Late news: French coronavirus stats were less alarming on Wednesday, July 6, than they had been on Tuesday, with 154,615 new cases and 53 new deaths reported.

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Spiderman sentenced to 41 months

An enterprising Lithuanian national with rock-climbing experience made use of his expertise on several occasions by climbing several tall buildings in Monaco to steal valuables...

Rail strike threatens Monaco commute

A one-day rail strike by four unions will result in only two TER trains out of five serving Monaco Monte-Carlo on Wednesday, July 6...

Monaco repeats Baccalaureate success

The Government expressed delight on Tuesday as the 2022 examination results again showed exceptional results...

Princess visits mothers and newborns at CHPG

Princess Charlene visited five babies and their parents at Princess Grace Hospital on Monday...

Swiss give cool reply to Ukraine's call to seize Russian assets

Switzerland has given a cool response to calls from Ukraine’s prime minister to use frozen assets of ultra-wealthy Russians to help fund his country’s $750 billion reconstruction project...

DULY NOTED: British Airways cancelled a further 1,500 flights on Tuesday, mostly for July, in addition to the 10% of scheduled flights between April and October already axed as the airline and UK airports face staff shortages.

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France's new wave of infections expected to peak end-July

A new wave in France of COVID-19 infections fuelled by emerging variants of the disease should peak towards end-July, the French government’s top scientific adviser Jean-Francois Delfraissy said...

Government continues support for Carlo app

The Prince’s Government will continue to cover transaction fees usually charged to businesses and restaurants when clients use the Carlo app...

Maison d'Art presents Gold, Secular and Sacred

The exhibition will be held at the Hotel de Paris, in the Salon Louise-Hippolyte, from July 2 to July 8, from 11:00 until 18:00...

Drama-filled Silverstone sees Leclerc miss podium

Another very questionable call, or lack of it, cost Charles Leclerc a podium place at the British Grand Prix on Sunday, July 3. Instead, Leclerc’s Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz crossed the line first to take his first Formula 1 win on his 150th race...

International athletics to return to Monaco in August

The Herculis EBS Athletics Meeting is one of the highlights of the summer season, always promising duels at the top between the best athletes in the world and the setting of new records...

DULY NOTED: Maintenance work on the Eiffel Tower has run into problems after the discovery of rust damage. Gustave Eiffel warned before the Tower's inauguration in 1889 that paint was the only way to protect the structure, which is due to be refurbished ahead of the Olympics in Paris in 2024.

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EU vice-president remarks on Association progress

The European Union’s Vice-President, Maros Šefčovič, on Thursday spoke of progress made in agreeing an Association Agreement with Andorra, Monaco and San Marino...

CREM celebrates 12th birthday at Monte-Carlo Bay

CREM, the Club of Foreign Residents in Monaco, celebrated its 12th anniversary on Thursday with a seaside garden party at the Monte-Carlo Bay...

Statistics Office director presents key figures

Alexandre Bubbio, the new Director of the Monegasque Institute for Statistics and Economic Studies (IMSEE), and his team, presented the key figures for 2021, a year of transition and recovery...

Ukraine's digital journalists battle for the truth

Ian Brodie writes: As many of us are doing I am following the war in Ukraine as closely as I can from a great distance. Given its huge importance I am interested by the news itself, but also in the ways in which it’s being reported...

Hamilton says older voices shouldn't be heard

Former Formula 1 driver Nelson Piquet has come under considerable scrutiny from the motoring world and media, as the three time world champion’s offensive comments have come to light...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's population hit a new high on December 31, at 39,150, according to IMSEE, the national statistics office.

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New building to be higher than planned

Monaco’s municipal council has approved the addition of several more storeys to the Honoria Palace building, currently under construction at the beginning of the blvd. de Belgique...

Oligarch loses superyacht as US plans auction

A US-sanctioned Russian oligarch believed to be the beneficial owner of several homes on the Riviera is about to lose his pride and joy, the superyacht Amadea...

Drunk driver smashed car park exit barrier

A young driver who admitted drinking a significant amount of alcohol late into the night on Port Hercule damaged the exit barrier of the Antoine 1 car park to the tune of 1,596 euros...

Solarium on breakwater takes new shape

During seven months of work, the solarium on the Rainier III digue has been redesigned and refurbished to make the most of the summer for a range of visitors...

Stamp of approval for Grimaldi Forum's Louboutin exhibition

Monaco’s coins and stamps office is issuing a stamp marking the Grimaldi Forum’s summer exhibition....

DULY NOTED: After two years of closure the State Apartments of the Prince's Palace are being reopened to public viewing from Friday, July 1.

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 29, 2022

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Mayor of Nice adds to fears of Health Pass from August

Christian Estrosi, the Mayor of Nice with an opinion on all matters, large and small, has offered his support to France’s health minister...

France working on contingency energy plans

France is working on contingency plans for cuts to Russian gas flows as top bosses at energy companies urge individuals and businesses to reduce power use...

Fireworks contest cancelled after 55 years

The International Fireworks Competition has been a mainstay of the summer months in Monaco for many years. However, due to environmental concerns...

Another triumph for Monaco's Tuiga

Tuiga, the flagship of the Monaco Yacht Club, on Sunday won first place Overall of the IX Principality of Monaco Trophy le Vele d’Epoca in Laguna Bnl-Bnp Paribas Wealth Management Cup...

Explorer Prince Collection celebrates Prince Albert 1

Partners in business and good friends Leticia de Massy, who is related to the Princely family, and Charlotte de Pariente, originally from Paris, have created a new special edition of Monoïkos 1297 devoted to Prince Albert 1...

DULY NOTED: Coronavirus in France: 147,248 new cases and 37 new deaths were recorded on Tuesday, June 28. While deaths were slightly down, the number of new cases is up very sharply.

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TUESDAY JUNE 28, 2022

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France asks people to wear masks again on public transport

French people should start wearing masks again in crowded areas, especially in public transport, as France has to deal with a new wave of COVID-19 infections...

All of Monaco's coronavirus indicators on the rise

Monaco’s coronavirus incidence rate rose again over the seven days to Sunday, June 26, to 501 per 100,000 population from 411 one week earlier...

National Council demands better deal for nurses

The elected National Council has written to the Government to express concern about planned pay increases for hospital staff...

Ambassador to Germany presents credentials

His Excellency Mr Lorenzo Ravano, Ambassador of Monaco to Germany, presented his Credentials to HE Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic, during a ceremony...

DULY NOTED: Due to a severe drought the city of Milan has turned off all its public water fountains

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MONDAY JUNE 27, 2022

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Monaco-based investor faces UK jail sentence

In a ruling published on Friday, June 24, Norwegian investor Alexander Vik was said to have lied in a London court...

Saturday marked 100th anniversary of death of HSH Prince Albert 1

Saturday, June 25, marked exactly 100 years since the passing of Prince Albert 1...

Shocked court sends two ruffians to jail

A certain leniency towards offenders is the hallmark of the Monaco Criminal Court, with many offenders afforded a second chance...

Ferrari stolen in Nice found in Cagnes-sur-mer

A Ferrari California was stolen from Eze in March this year after the owner called a Uber to go to Nice to see friends...

AS Monaco bring blood transfusions up to milestone figure

While also being an important club in the world of football, AS Monaco is also a pillar in the Principality...

DULY NOTED: We would like to thank those individuals and companies who responded to our appeal for summer clothing for Ukrainian refugees.

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FRIDAY JUNE 24, 2022

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Monaco bank chief promoted and moved

Hervé Ordioni has been appointed as CEO of international banking. He will join the group’s executive committee and will be based in Geneva...

Prince and Family in Norway for centenary

As part of the commemorations of the centenary of the death of Prince Albert I, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene visited Oslo on Wednesday, June 22, to inaugurate...

Justin Hayward awarded OBE

Monaco resident Justin Hayward has been appointed an officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to the music industry.

Bird of passage seen for first time in Monaco

A rare migratory bird has been seen in the Japanese Garden...

MYS merges and expands designer gallery

This September 2022, Monaco Yacht Show organisers will extend the area of the Yacht Design & Innovation Hub to integrate the long-standing exhibitors of the Designer Gallery under one single exhibition...

DULY NOTED: The EU does not restrict imports of frogs’ legs and every year about 4,070 tonnes of frogs netted abroad are served up on European plates, mainly in France and Belgium. Conversationists fear that some species may become extinct. SOURCE: Guardian

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THURSDAY JUNE 23, 2022

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Monaco Economic Board takes the plunge

The Monaco Economic Board’s 41st Members’ Meeting was a huge success on Monday evening with 300 members present...

National Council calls for more accurate figures

The President of the National Council had strong words of criticism for the Government on Wednesday evening when the elected body discussed the 2021 budget...

Columbus Hotel announces opening of Kids' Club

In a press release the hotel says it is one of the few hotels in Monaco to offer a full-day service for children...

Best of show Bugatti more than just a show pony

The 2022 Concorso d’Elegenza at Lake Como’s Villa d’Este did not disappoint, as over 50 remarkable classic cars came together for the world’s most prestigious heritage automotive beauty contest...

DULY NOTED: The New York Times continues to provide outstanding coverage of the war in Ukraine with journalists and photographers on the ground in many parts of the country. It also offers fantastic value at 50 cents a week (for one year): SUBSCRIBE HERE

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 22, 2022

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Almost all Mareterra properties sold

Although Monaco’s new district on the Portier sea extension is far from finished, almost all properties on the site have been sold...

Louise makes a move to Sotheby's as Mark hands over

Louise Gréther, who has headed the Monaco office of French auction house Artcurial since it opened six years ago, is to move to Sotheby’s next month...

Maison Pierre Frey arrives in Monaco

Fashion for Floors in Monaco is teaming up with Maison Pierre Frey, the high-end French furniture maker...

ASM sign Minamino from Liverpool

Having parted ways with Aurelian Tchouameni to Real Madrid for a handsome 100 million euro sum, AS Monaco have reinvested in their attacking lineup...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's basketball team play in the Betclic Elite final at the Salle Gaston Médecin at Stade Louis II today, Wednesday June 22

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TUESDAY JUNE 21, 2022

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Most coronavirus indicators fall but more in hospital

Eighteen Monaco residents were being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital on Monday, June 20, up from 12 one week earlier. Two weeks ago...

Ministers visit fire service HQ

Minister of State Pierre Dartout and Minister of the Interior Patrice Cellario visited the Condamine fire station on Monday to express in person, on behalf of the Prince’s Government, their most sincere condolences...

UK travel disruption spreads to railways

A three-day rail strike starting on Tuesday, June 21, will result in only one train in five running. Eurostar services will be operating a reduced timetable...

Monaco celebrates the bee, sentinel of the environment

This year’s ‘APIdays’ organised by the National Union of French Apiculture (UNAF) will be celebrated in the Principality on Friday June 24 and Saturday June 25...

Artcurial returns to Monte-Carlo

In less than a month, Artcurial will resume its summer quarters on the Riviera, at the Hôtel Hermitage, in the heart of eternal elegance: Monte-Carlo!...

DULY NOTED: Following Sunday's tragic fire in which a firefighter died, a criminal investigation has been opened. An investigating judge may be appointed within the next few days.

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MONDAY JUNE 20, 2022

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Fireman dies after apartment blaze

A fireman aged 51 has succumbed to his injuries after being called out to fight an apartment fire on avenue Princesse Grace on Sunday afternoon...

Prince, Princess, open TV Festival

The 61st Monte-Carlo TV Festival got under way at the Grimaldi Forum on Friday evening, showcasing a string of stars from innumerable television series...

Hotel, restaurant workers consult on wages

Minister of Social Affairs and Health Christophe Robino met representatives of the hotel and catering sector on Friday to discuss the establishment of a salary scale...

Macron loses absolute majority - disorder beckons

President Emmanuel Macron is on course to lose his absolute majority in the National Assembly and control of his reform agenda after the first projections by four pollsters...

Leclerc fights back at Canadian GP

Monaco’s Charles Leclerc put in an astonishing performance in the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, starting in 19th place at the back of the grid, due to a penalty over an engine, and clawing his way up to finish in fifth place...

DULY NOTED: A cruise ship was expelled from the port of Nice shortly after midnight on Thursday following a deluge of complaints from local residents about smoke pollution. The Aegean Odyssey and its 300 passengers had been due to spend two nights in Nice.

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FRIDAY JUNE 17, 2022

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Edmond Safra's supposed killer arrested in Texas

Ted Maher, who spent eight years in jail after allegedly setting fire to a Monaco penthouse in 1999, killing two people, has been arrested...

Unhappy nurses protest at Princess Grace Hospital

Just a few days after the hospital and its staff were given the recognition of a World Health Organisation Trophy for their role in the pandemic, 50 nursing staff demonstrated...

Chanel store closes after small fire

A small fire broke out at the Chanel outlet at One Monte-Carlo on Thursday morning and was soon brought under control...

Monaco Art Week announces fourth edition

Monaco Art Week returns this summer, from Tuesday July 12 to Sunday July 17, and promises a new artistic journey in the Principality, the organisers say...

DULY NOTED: Etihad is now flying twice a week from Nice to Abu Dhabi, taking the number of connections to Gulf destinations to four, although this one is seasonal.

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 15, 2022

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Monaco, Mauritius and Malta still attractive

The three Ms as they are known continue to be attractive destinations for the very wealthy, according to the latest report from Henley & Partners...

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management celebrates 100th anniversary

The protection of the ocean and blue finance were at the heart of CFM Indosuez’s official centenary celebration...

French pilots raise concerns over easyJet staffing

French pilots working for easyJet Europe have expressed their concern over a difficult summer ahead, with multiple flight cancellations looming...

Monaco prepares for Bloomsday celebrations

Bloomsday takes place every year in Dublin and around the world. It celebrates the day depicted in James Joyce’s novel Ulysses, June 16, 1904, which is the day he first met his wife Nora Barnacle in Ireland...

Mbappe tried to persuade star player to join PSG

AS Monaco fans will be sad to see the back of Aurelian Tchouameni, who gave the Principality side his all throughout his two-year spell at the club. He was awarded the Young Player of the Year award...

DULY NOTED: Temperatures in many parts of France are expected to soar well above the seasonal average over the next few days. Government advice is to stay well-hydrated.

Thursday, June 16, is the Corpus Christi holiday and Good Morning Monaco will not be published.

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TUESDAY JUNE 14, 2022

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All coronavirus indicators show significant increase

Monaco Government figures released on Monday, June 13, show a marked increase in key indicators as coronavirus continues as a major health issue...

MYS to inaugurate Sustainability Hub

The 2022 Monaco Yacht Show will mark the unveiling of the Sustainability Hub: this new exhibition area will welcome companies that specialise in technology aimed at reducing superyachts’ environmental footprint...

Small states of Europe meet in Monaco

The Presidents of the Parliaments of Small European States, meeting in Monaco on June 13, agreed that they share common interests on many questions...

Hi-Tech shower cubicle coming to Larvotto

The Mission for Energy Transition is installing a very sophisticated shower cubicle on Larvotto Beach...

DULY NOTED: Thursday, June 16, is the Corpus Christi holiday and Good Morning Monaco will not be published. The next public holiday is not until August 15.

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MONDAY JUNE 13, 2022

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France braces for mid-June heatwave

France’s La chaîne météo is warning of heatwave temperatures in many parts of the country starting from the end of the coming week, several weeks earlier than previous episodes of very hot weather...

Singing like nightingales again after almost three years

It was reportedly Prince Rainier III who commented that Monaco Boys’ Choir – Les Petits Chanteurs de Monaco – sounded like nightingales...

France backtracks after appearing soft on Putin

After President Macron said a week ago that a negotiated peace was the only way to end the war in Ukraine and that Russia should not be humiliated, he attracted scathing criticism from many quarters...

Dubai: A bolthole and a gateway

A common refrain in Monaco when business owners are asked what happened to Russian clients after sanctions is: “They’ve gone to Dubai.”

Leclerc 'more than frustrated' after double DNF in Baku

The Scuderia Ferrari team’s ill-fate seems to not have run out just yet, as neither driver was able to finish the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at the infamous Baku City Circuit...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's supercar show Top Marques closed on Sunday after four days of great success at Grimaldi Forum. The event has become a major magnet for international car-spotters.

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FRIDAY JUNE 10, 2022

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Top Marques returns stronger than before

One of the most badly-hit events in Monaco due to coronavirus was undoubtedly Top Marques, the annual supercar show...

Property troubles for ex-wife of Russian oligarch close to Putin

Natalia Rotenberg, the ex-wife of Arkady Rotenberg, has lost possession of a London property following a court decision this week that handed the apartment back to the lender, Certain Bridge Ltd...

British Association mark's Queen's Jubilee in party style

Monaco’s British Association marked the Queen’s official birthday in party style at Neptune on Larvotto Beach on Thursday evening...

Women World Leaders raise 40,000 euros for fight against heart disease

The Monaco association Women World Leaders has raised a total of 40,000 euros for the fight for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases...

CMB Monaco happy with Waterbike Challenge placing

Of 19 teams of sportspeople and celebrities taking part in last weekend’s Waterbike Challenge, CMB Monaco’s team placed ninth...

DULY NOTED: As of Thursday evening, places were still available for what promises to be an outstanding performance by seven Ukrainian artistes at the Grimaldi Forum tonight, Friday June 10: My Land. Tickets: here or +377 99 99 30 00.

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Grimaldi Forum to mark first 25 years with major expansion

In just two and a half years, the Principality’s congress and cultural centre will increase its exhibition capacity by 50 percent, with 6,000 square metres of additional space...

Monaco takes marina expertise to Gulf

United Development Company and Corinthia Group have signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Monaco Marina Management (M3) and the Yacht Club de Monaco...

Key indicators show coronavirus still with us

The Government figures released on Tuesday, June 7, show a rebound in coronavirus infections in Monaco...

Monaco resident in Scottish endurance challenge for Ukraine

Later in June a team of eight people will be setting off on an endurance expedition from Ullapool with the aim of circumnavigating Scotland (over 400 nautical miles) in an 11.8m open rowing boat...

Monaco's 'best player' heads for Spain

Aurelién Tchouaméni, AS Monaco’s defensive midfielder, is heading for Real Madrid for a fee totalling more than 100 million euros.

DULY NOTED: This year's Grand Prix was 'the best since 2011' in terms of hospitality takings, according to the Tourism Office.

On the eve of Top Marques, the authorities issued another warning about a clampdown on anti-social driving and other rogue behaviour behind the wheel, backed up by a threat to impound offenders' cars for 120 hours.

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TUESDAY JUNE 7, 2022

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Public came 'en masse' to watch Grand Prix

The anecdotal evidence was already in, and on Monday the Government confirmed that the 2022 Grand Prix was a runaway success, at least in financial terms...

Riviera Waterbike Challenge adjudged great success

The Riviera Waterbike Challenge attracted 95 sportspeople and personalities in aid of Princess Charlene’s children’s drowning charity...

Prince Albert salutes Queen's 'historic' Jubilee

HSH Prince Albert sent an official dispatch to Buckingham Palace on Friday, addressed to Queen Elizabeth II on the “historic” occasion of her platinum jubilee...

In the heart of Monte-Carlo, an oasis for book-lovers

In 2002, when Wibha Lele took over the main Librarian volunteering job, the English Library had 5,000 books and 150 members. Now the library at St Paul’s Church in Monaco has...

Princess Charlene tests positive for coronavirus

HSH Princess Charlene has tested positive after showing symptoms of coronavirus infection...

DULY NOTED: Gulf Air has launched a seasonal service from Nice to Bahrain, operating until September 29.

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FRIDAY JUNE 3, 2022

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US Treasury sanctions Monaco-based Imperial Yachts

The US government upped its sanctions on Putin on Thursday, targeting a close friend of the despot who is repeatedly a key figure in managing Putin’s personal wealth offshore, Sergei Roldugin...

ESPN boasts record views for Monaco GP

ESPN’s live telecast of the rain-delayed Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday, May 29, averaged 1.4 million viewers, the largest live cable audience for the race...

Discussions with hospitality sector continue at pace

After a first large consultation meeting held at the Ministry of State on May 23, the Prince’s Government again met key representatives of the hotel and restaurant sector on Tuesday, May 31...

Ulysses re-read in the bleakest of times

The award-winning novelist Claire Kilroy was supposed to come to the Princess Grace Irish Library to talk about her work in 2020 but the pandemic changed everything...

Polar Mission opens at Oceanographic

An exhibition celebrating the wonders and diversity of the Polar regions opens on Saturday. June 4, at the Oceanographic Museum and lasts two years...

DULY NOTED: Travel is free on Monaco buses on Sunday, June 5.

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THURSDAY JUNE 2, 2022

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Oligarch goes to court in bid to open MC bank account

Boris Rotenberg, a close ally of Putin, is trying to use his status as a Monaco resident in order to oblige a bank to open an account in the Principality...

Prince Albert opens up to Financial Times in frank interview

In a wide-ranging and frank interview with the Financial Times, HSH Prince Albert spoke about several topics, from Russian residents to transparency to environmental concerns...

Knight Frank very upbeat about Monaco market

In its recent report on the residential property market in the Principality, international agency Knight Frank is very positive about likely future trends...

More traffic jams as important Monaco tunnel closed

The Grand Prix may be over but that doesn’t mean that traffic will get back to normal any time soon in Monaco...

Streaming Festival finds its feet one year on

The Monaco Streaming Festival has evidently hit its stride this year after a challenging debut in 2021 during the tail-end of the pandemic...

DULY NOTED: Advance notice: Monday, June 6, is the Whitsun state holiday in Monaco, otherwise known as Pentecost.

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 1, 2022

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SBM reports better figures - back in profit

At its meeting on May 30, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Société des Bains de Mer approved the annual accounts for the 2021/2022 financial year...

Coronavirus figures fall - five residents in hospital

The coronavirus pandemic is largely behind us in the Principality, according to Government figures released late on Monday...

Chance to see Monaco's historical archives

The National Archives Prefiguration Mission (MPAN), created in 2021, and the Central Archives and Administrative Documentation Service (SCADA) are actively participating in the fourth International Archives Week...

French economy shrank in first quarter

France’s economy shrank unexpectedly in the first quarter as consumers struggled to cope with surging inflation, official data showed on Tuesday, putting pressure...

Garden rendez-vous on the Rock

Monaco will showcase its splendid Saint-Martin Gardens in Monaco Ville this coming weekend as part of the annual Rendez-Vous aux Jardins...

DULY NOTED: Italy has removed amost all coronavirus restrictions as of today, June 1. Masks must still be worn on public transport.

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America's Autoweek slams 'arrogant' Automobile Club

Autoweek, the grandaddy of American automotive publishing, has accused Monaco’s Automobile Club of ‘aloofness’ as negotiations for future years continue between the Club and F1...

Scooter fire produces huge plume of smoke

A fire that appears to have started in a parked scooter, and then spread to others nearby, caused a huge plume of black smoke and considerable alarm...

Outages delay GP and cancel lunch in Condamine on Monday

A mystery power outage at the market hall in Condamine on Monday morning prompted the Town Hall to take to Facebook to say the facility would temporarily close...

Minister of State visits Atoms in Fontveille

Minister of State Pierre Dartout on Monday continued his visits to Monaco enterprises by calling in at Atoms, another example of a high-tech company based in Monaco that has a huge impact on a range of industries...

DULY NOTED: A second French TV journalist has been killed in Ukraine. 32 year-old Frédéric Leclerc-Imhoff, a reporter for the BFMTV channel, died after being hit by shrapnel while travelling on a bus carrying refugees fleeing Russian bombardments in eastern Ukraine. France also announced an increase in arms shipments to Ukraine.

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MONDAY MAY 30, 2022

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Leclerc denied Monaco Grand Prix win by Ferrari's tyre muddle

The 2022 Monaco Grand Prix ended in frustration for Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, as a ludicrous decision by his own team resulted in the home hero being denied the victory he so well deserved in Sunday’s race...

Dropping Monaco would be mistake for F1, says Ecclestone

Formula One would be making a wrong move if it dropped the Monaco Grand Prix, the sport’s former commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone said on Friday...

Amber Lounge raises 400k for charities at Grimaldi Forum event

Amber Lounge Fashion held an artistic fashion show with an array of eye-catching fashion collections, while Motorsport drivers took to the catwalk in support of Caudwell Children on Friday evening...

Monaco adopts system to isolate and control EV fires

Monaco has installed a treatment unit to handle electrical fires in electric or hybrid vehicles. The Government says it is a world first...

DULY NOTED: HSH Prince Albert has sent a personal message to US President Biden expressing "deepest condolences and sympathy" to the families of the 21 victims of the recent Texas school shooting,

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Sir Jackie Stewart hosts Monaco film pre-premiere

The Monaco F1 Grand Prix is back in action post-pandemic, with the most exclusive off-track red carpet taking place at One Monte-Carlo in the heart of the Principality...

ACM's Boeri regrets passing of European-style partners

Speculation has increased in recent weeks over the future of F1 in Monaco, and whether it has a future at all, as the telegenic sport attracts new American and worldwide fans...

Passengers faced with hundreds of delays and cancellations at easyJet

An IT glitch caused almost 200 easyJet cancellations from early afternoon on Thursday, many of them affecting the airline’s base at Gatwick...

Menton thankful for Grand Prix business

It is not only the Principality itself that benefits from the economic boost of the Monaco Grand Prix, but surrounding towns...

DULY NOTED: Former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone was arrested at Buenos Aires Airport on Wednesday after a pistol was found in his luggage. However, he was soon released and allowed to continue on a private flight to Switzerland.

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THURSDAY MAY 26, 2022

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Princess Charlene says her health is better, but...

Princess Charlene of Monaco, who had been away from the principality for months, with the palace saying she needed to treat health issues including a “profound general fatigue,” told local media...

Sustainable fashion? Easier said than done

The perils of fashion, one of the most polluting industries in the world, took centre-stage during the Monte Carlo Fashion Week as calls for more sustainable and ethical wear are heard...

Minister praises courage of Ukrainian people

Isabelle Berro-Amadei, Monaco’s Minister for External Relations and Cooperation, praised the courage of the Ukrainian people during Russia’s invasion and continuing onslaught when she took part in the annual session...

Streaming Film Festival partners with Net0

The Monaco Streaming Film Festival, taking place from May 31 to June 3 in Monaco, has announced Net0 as its sustainability partner. The collaboration...

Monaco set to receive 35 million euros from PSG

The decision by Kylian Mbappé to sign a new deal with Paris Saint German should net AS Monaco 35 million euros, according to the contract...

DULY NOTED: Ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend, Monaco's own F1 driver Charles Leclerc told local media that he doesn't believe in 'bad luck.'

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Larvotto awaits four more tenants

In recent weeks Larvotto has seen the opening of a Costa Bakery, a decoration shop, and a state of the art gym...

Small Monaco company with huge international presence

The international influence of Monaco’s industrial know-how, innovation and technology was highlighted during the visit made by HE Minister of State Pierre Dartout to “3X Engineering”...

Attractiveness Council to meet more often

A plenary session of the Strategic Council for Attractiveness (CSA) was held under the chairmanship of Minister of State, Pierre Dartout on Monday, May 23...

CMB Monaco becomes CREM's new official banking partner

CREM is pleased to announce that CMB Monaco has joined its ‘Partners Club'...

Tchouameni to leave for Real Madrid

AS Monaco’s midfield monster Aurelian Tchouameni has chosen to join La Liga giants Real Madrid over Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool, as the French international prepares to leave the Principality side...

DULY NOTED: A study by the NGO PAN indicates that almost one-third of fresh fruits in the EU are contaminated by pesticides. In 2011 the figure was one in five. Strawberries are among the worst affected.

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TUESDAY MAY 24, 2022

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In real life, digital currency conference comes to Monaco

CoinAgenda, which describes itself as the premier global conference series connecting blockchain and cryptocurrency investors with startups since 2014, opened its three day convention...

Saudi yacht club and marina set to open in 2 years

As part of its programme to diversify away from oil, Saudi Arabia has unveiled plans for a huge yacht club and marina in its Amaala development on the Red Sea in the north-west of the Kingdom...

Monaco issues new stamp to mark Polar Mission

The Principality’s coin and stamp office has issued a new stamp to mark the Polar Mission exhibition at the Oceanographic Museum that opens on June 4...

McLaren preps for GP with new apparel line

Prepping for the upcoming Formula 1 Grand Prix at Monaco this weekend, the McLaren F1 Team is launching an apparel and accessory collection celebrating the historic event...

Most coronavirus figures on downward path

In its weekly publication of the Principality’s coronavirus figures, the Government said on Monday that the incidence rate, based on infections per 100,000 population over a seven-days period rose to 271...

DULY NOTED: A Russian diplomat serving at his country's mission in Geneva has resigned in protest at the invasion of Ukraine. Boris Bondarev said: "Never have I been so ashamed of my country."

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MONDAY MAY 23, 2022

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Princess Stephanie does the honours

HSH Princess Stéphanie, Godmother of the Prince’s Carabinieri, last week presented the Corps’ insignia to the ten Carabinieri students...

Leclerc fails to finish in Spanish Grand Prix

Charles Leclerc suffered ill-fate at the 2022 Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday, May 22, as the Monegasque was forced to retire with an engine failure...

Minister visits Monaco graphics company

Minister of State Pierre Dartout last week visited the premises of Graphic Services SAM, in one of several inspections he is making to see local companies at work...

Monaco fashion brand to be showcased at GP gala

As Monaco becomes a hub for new fashion brands and fresh ideas, Saturday night at the Pacific will be a celebration of one of them, Maison Noir...

AS Monaco finish season in third place

After a gripping second half of the 2021/22 Ligue 1 season, and a draw against RC Lens on Saturday, May 21, AS Monaco have completed their season in third place...

DULY NOTED: AS Monaco drew their big game away at Lens on Saturday, meaning they do not automatically go through to the Champions League. However, there's still a chance...

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FRIDAY MAY 20,2022

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US shuttle service buys up Monaco helicopter rights

Blade Air Mobility has made a deal worth 48 million euros with members of the Casiraghi family and John Elkann, a shareholder in Ferrari, to operate the shuttle service...

Nice taxi drivers call off threat for GP week

Fabrice Cavallera, president of the Nice taxi union, and Christophe Sella, president of the Côte d’Azur VTC Committee, which brings together professional drivers who cater for tourists and convention visitors, have called off a planned protest...

No accident that Monaco snags collision forum

The Principality hosts a huge range of events, including many that are very specialist and not necessarily very sexy but which contribute substantially to Monaco’s economy...

Club in Monaco launched for art-inclined English speakers

The Primavera Art Club in Monaco organised its first informal visit, to the Art School of Monaco, known as the Pavillon Bosio École Supérieure d’Arts Plastiques de Monaco on Wednesday evening...

Well-known pet store steps up to help pets in Ukraine

The owner of the U Can U Gatu pet shop and grooming salon in Fontvieille has been organising shipments totalling one and a half tonnes of pet food for domestic animals affected by the war in Ukraine...

DULY NOTED: Blade, the new monopoly customer-facing local helicopter shuttle operator, is already touting for business for the trip from Nice to Monaco, saying the road trip by car during Grand Prix week takes more than 3 hours, against 7 minutes with Blade. One-way seats are 220 euros.

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Prince Albert takes children back to Disneyland Paris

In many ways the Sovereign’s children live an enchanted life, but HSH Prince Albert found time in his busy schedule to take Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella back to Disneyland Paris...

SBM raises handy money by selling Betclic stake

Société des Bains de Mer et du Cercle des Étrangers will sell its 47 percent stake in the online gambling platform Betclic Everest to FL Entertainment...

Top chef plans association for victims of repeat offenders

Following the tragic death of his son earlier in May, Yannick Alléno is palling to set up a support network for the families of victims of repeat offenders...

Tidepool experiment produces pleasing results

Three years ago, five tidepool structures were installed at water level in front of the Fontvieille breakwater...

Monaco swimming competition this weekend

With the 2022 Mare Nostrum Tour having been rescheduled in light of the fact that there is now a 2022 FINA World Aquatics Championships on the calendar, the first stop, Monaco...

DULY NOTED: The Government has issued a reminder that masks are still needed on public transport, addng that drivers are exempted because they are behind a perspex screen.

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TUESDAY MAY 17, 2022

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Rubbish truck struck pensioner while reversing

A truck operated by Monaco’s Sanitation Services (SMA) struck a pensioner while reversing, knocking him to the ground unconscious, Monaco’s Criminal Court was told...

Photos show Prince Albert 1's enthusiasm for all transport

Ten previously unpublished photographs of Prince Albert I are part of a newly-opened exhibition Prince in Motion dedicated to the history of mobility during his reign...

F1 president breaks silence on possible Hamilton ban

Being no stranger to making his voice heard, Lewis Hamilton is once again in the spotlight, this time for opposing the FIA’s strict regulations...

29 new coronavirus cases

Twenty-nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus following a weekend of very low numbers, with two new cases on Saturday and the same on Sunday...

DULY NOTED: The Prince's Carabiniers on Monday changed from dark winter uniforms to their white summer uniforms for the daily changing of the guard on Palace Square.

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MONDAY MAY 16, 2022

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Unhappy hotel workers apply pressure ahead of GP

It isn’t the first time and it probably won’t be the last when disgruntled hotel and restaurant workers chose the run-up to the Monaco Grand Prix to complain about conditions and ask for more money...

Historic Grand Prix returns in deafening 13th edition

The 2022 Historic Grand Prix can be marked as another success by the Automobile Club of Monaco, as thousands of spectators came out to see passionate drivers compete...

Leclerc crashes iconic Niki Lauda car into Rascasse corner

Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc continues to suffer ill-fate on the streets of his home town, as the driver crashed an iconic Niki Lauda Ferrari F1 car into the barriers of the Rascasse Corner...

General downward trend continues, but more in hospital

By the end of the weekend only 48 residents with mild symptoms were recovering at home, the first time in many months that the figure has been so low...

Ben Yedder scores hat trick to bring ninth win home

AS Monaco have managed to continue their winning momentum, being the most in form team at Europe’s top level with nine wins on the trot...

DULY NOTED: Masks are no longer required on public transport in France, as of today. However, they are strongly advised during very busy times, the government said.

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FRIDAY MAY 13, 2022

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Mask rules abolished - almost

Friday the 13th will be a lucky day for residents and visitors who have been looking forward to a further relaxation of the mask rules in Monaco...

Excitement builds as Historic Grand Prix draws nearer

Somehow a whole year has already passed since the Historic Grand Prix took over the streets of the Principality, and the popular historic racing event is back...

Monaco's new luxury brand inspired by Grimaldi dynasty

Founded in Autumn 2021, Monaco’s own luxury brand was named using Monegasque etymology, as Monaco Ville was originally called Monoïkos in Greek and 1297 marks the starting point...

Monaco Swim Week set to make a splash

The Principality is going to get much hotter this month, as the first ever edition of Monaco Swim Week will launch with a splash, bringing world renowned supermodels...

Lass had everyone on their feet

The popular Thursday Live Session featuring Lass at the Grimaldi Forum was not only a sell-out this week but one of the best nights an Indigo audience has ever had...

Another improvement in pandemic figures

The Government reported on Thursday, May 12, that 15 residents tested positive for coronavirus while 10 were fully-recovered...

EBRD receives donor pledges for Ukraine

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) said on Thursday it expected to ramp up investments in Ukraine and surrounding countries...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's elected body, the National Council, welcomed the relaxation of mask rules and said that moving towards the same regulations as in France will help Monaco's economy.

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Is this the beginning of the end of coronavirus in MC?

Only five people are being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital, including three residents...

Nce taxi drivers promise GP disruption

The president of the Nice taxi drivers’ union has said that his members will protest during the Monaco Grand Prix against what they consider to be unfair treatment by the Principality...

French Ambassador a special guest of CREM

Monaco Residents’ Club welcomed Mr Laurent Stefanini, Ambassador of France to Monaco on Tuesday evening. The ambassador described his exceptional career...

New British Ambassador presents her credentials

The UK’s new ambassador to France and Monaco was in the Principality on Tuesday to present her credentials to HSH Prince Albert....

Latest Ukraine war news from Reuters

Ukrainian forces reported battlefield gains on Wednesday in a counterattack that could signal a shift in the momentum of the war, while Kyiv shut gas flows on a route...

DULY NOTED: Face masks will no longer have to be worn on flights and in airports in EU countries from next Monday, according to new official guidance from Brussels, the BBC reported.

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WEDNESDAY MAY 11, 2022

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Top Marques set to make grand return to Grimaldi Forum

After a two year-long Covid-induced absence, Top Marques is set to make its highly anticipated return to the Principality this summer...

Monaco promoted as luxury destination as new air link launched

Leading representatives of the Principality’s tourism sector have been in New York to promote Monaco as a luxury tourist destination now that coronavirus travel restrictions have ended...

Monaco extends support for 100 bus service

The Principality will continue to pay an annual contribution of 450,000 euros to subsidise the 100 bus service that runs between Nice and Menton, with some services turning around in Monaco at Place des Moulins...

Miramar's rooftop bar offers world's first perfume cocktails

The newly-opened terrace bar of Hotel Miramar in the heart of Monaco offers an exquisite trip for your sensory perceptions. The cocktail menu is based on your favourite smell...

Greek and American communities celebrate landmark anniversaries

It was a Greek-American Odyssey and an unforgettable Greek Gala night for the 70th Anniversary of the Hellenic Community of Monaco and the 60th Anniversary of the American Club of the Riviera...

Hospital numbers remain the same

Just eight patients are being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital, including four residents...

DULY NOTED: Gareth Wittstock, Princess Charlene's brother, has been granted Monegasque citizenship. He is the director of the Princess Charlene Foundation.

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TUESDAY MAY 10, 2022

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Police warn troublesome drivers

Cars will be immobilised for 120 hours and fines issued if drivers ignore rules or cause “significant disturbance to public order" during some forthcoming events...

Tragic incident in Paris takes life of chef's son

Antoine Alléno, the 24 year-old son of chef Yannick Alléno, was killed by the driver of a stolen car in Paris at 23:20 on Sunday evening, Le Parisien reported...

Decline and near-fall of world's oldest bank

An appeals court on Friday acquitted all 13 defendants, as well as Deutsche Bank and Nomura, over derivative deals that prosecutors alleged helped Monte dei Paschi di Siena hide losses...

Coronavirus incident rate falls by 10 percent

The benchmark incidence rate for coronavirus infections in the Principality fell to 393 per 100,000 population on Sunday, May 8. A week earlier it had been 433...

DULY NOTED: The western part of Nice is to be avoided on Wednesday, May 11. The new IKEA opens, there is a football match and also a pop concert. Somewhat optimistically, the Nice Town Hall has called on commuters to share cars. Coaches to and from the airport are likely to be caught up in the snarl.

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Princess Charlene shows support for rugby tournament

Princess Charlene was at the forefront for the Saint Devote Rugby Tournament on Saturday, the annual youth competition that brings together 100 12 year-olds...

Shipping lawyer to move from Monaco to Milan

Marco Crusafio, one of the founding partners in HFW in Monaco, and formerly of Ince, is to join Squire Patton Boggs in Milan as partner of the firm’s Milan office...

No new cases, 24 recoveries

As happens very often on Sundays, no new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on May 8. Twenty-four residents were declared fully-recovered...

Ukraine news round-up late Sunday

As many as 60 people are feared to have been killed when a bomb struck a village school in eastern Ukraine, the regional governor said on Sunday while Russian forces continued shelling...

Verstappen wins in Florida, Leclerc a close second

The highly anticipated Miami Grand Prix lived up to the hype, as the all-new circuit saw its fair share of on-track excitement. ..

DULY NOTED: A late spring heatwave is expected in parts of France in the next few days, with a forecast of 28-30 degrees in Paris by Tuesday.

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Monaco police warn of upsurge in scam calls

Monaco’s Department of Public Security has issued a warning to the public to be very wary of callers who pretend to be customer service managers of financial institutions...

Fashion label channels nostalgia at Beach Club

Monaco, or rather Roquebrune, provided the backdrop on Thursday for Chanel’s first catwalk show ‘outside France’ since the pandemic put an end to such frivolity...

Meta Entertainment World comes to Monaco in May

The Meta Entertainment World comes to the Principality in its ‘Monaco Edition’, the first stop of a world tour, in which the Metaverse will be explained and explored...

Wine trade faces supply chain, war fallout after record year

Supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine could curb global wine trade after it rebounded last year to a record level as countries eased coronavirus-related restrictions...

More mixed news on coronavirus stats

While 29 Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, March 5, 20 were reported to have fully recovered...

DULY NOTED: There was tight security around Eglise Saint Charles on Thursday afternoon for the funeral of Italian football agent Mino Raiola. Among the mourners were many football stars past and present including Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Pavel Nedved, and Cesc Fabregas.

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MonacoUSA showcases upcoming streaming festival

MonacoUSA welcomed Monaco Streaming Film Festival director Tony Davis to its well-attended mixer on Wednesday evening, May 4...

French services activity strongest in over 4 years

France’s dominant services sector enjoyed its sharpest increase in activity in more than four years in April as fewer COVID-19 restrictions gave businesses a boost...

Friends of Princess Grace Rose Garden announce winners

The Association of Friends of the Princess Grace Rose Garden, chaired by Mr Yves Piaget, in partnership with the Department of Urban Development, this week held the 6th edition...

Prison officials compare notes in 'extremely rich' exchange

A number of French prison officials were in Monaco on Tuesday, May 3, to visit the Principality’s jail and discuss professional practices...

New cases far outnumber recoveries

Forty-five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, March 4, while 19 were declared fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED: Neymar, the PSG player, reportedly lost 25,000 euros on Saturday while taking part in the European Poker Tour of Pokerstars at the Sporting Monte-Carlo in Monaco.

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Husband acquitted in conjugal harassment case

A 36 year-old fireman in Monaco has been acquitted after the Monaco Criminal Court heard that he had been severely provoked by his estranged wife...

Fundraiser for Ukraine medical supplies sees light of day

Local IUM student Matthew Ciaccio and Monaco locals Kamil Rucinski and Sacha Savchuk have set up a fundraiser campaign to raise money for a specific set of urgently needed supplies for Ukraine...

Monaco's coronavirus infection rate falls again

The benchmark coronavirus incidence rate, based on an average of the seven days to Sunday, May 1, fell to 433 per 100,000 people from 519 one week earlier...

Indian college team takes up Energy Boat Challenge

A team of Indian students has qualified for the prestigious Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC), the Tribune newspaper in India reports...

AS Monaco name their price for Tchouameni

AS Monaco’s midfield sensation Aurelian Tchouameni has continued to impress on both a league level with Monaco and on the French national team in his time at the Principality club...

DULY NOTED: French shoppers report growing shortages of eggs, flour and cooking oil on supermarket shelves, le Figaro reports. According to analyst NielsenIQ, these shortages represent a shortfall of 851 million euros in turnover for supermarkets in the first quarter of 2022. Causes include the war in Ukraine and avian flu.

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Princess Charlene back in public eye

Formula E racing ranks rather low in terms of public excitement and has a long way to go before it catches up with what aficianados of motor racing call ‘the real thing’ – coming to Monaco later this month...

Turning point for electric vehicles in Monaco

More electric vehicles are being registered in Monaco than ever before, and it seems likely that by the end of this year 15 percent of new vehicles will be electric or hybrid...

Monaco's pandemic figures continue slow decline

By the end of the three-day weekend, the number of patients being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital had fallen slightly to 15, including five residents...

AS Monaco keep up pressure in fight for second place

AS Monaco are the most in-form team in Europe’s five biggest leagues, having won an impressive seven consecutive matches, the latest of which saw...

DULY NOTED: May 3 is World Press Freedom Day. The EU issued a statement: "Russian forces are detaining, abducting or kidnapping and targeting journalists and civil society actors to prevent the world from hearing the truth. We strongly urge the Russian Federation to immediately stop such attacks and practices." Ten Ukrainian and international media workers have been killed and many others wounded in Russia's ongoing 'special military operation.'

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'A big Bonjour to Monaco,' says Zadig & Voltaire

Upmarket boutique chain Zadig & Voltaire has found a suitable home in Monaco after several years of waiting for the right spot...

Air France pilots pulled in opposite directions

Air France pilots who reported their Boeing 777 was failing to respond while preparing to land earlier this month simultaneously pulled the controls in opposite directions...

A love letter to Irish literature's greatest muse

A delightful and insightful evening at The Princess Grace Irish Library was dedicated to the most famous and certainly most influential Irish writer of the 20th century but from the point of view...

Monaco pandemic update on Thursday, April 28

Twenty-four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, April 28, while 17 were reported as having recovered fully...

DULY NOTED: Holiday warning. Monday May 2 will be a national holiday in Monaco, this time to celebrate Labour Day.

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Drone with a seat to make world debut in Monaco

A few years ago a flying car from Slovakia created a lot of interest at Top Marques, the supercar show, and since then the drone has become ubiquitous...

Very wealthy Russians die in odd circumstances since invasion

Suicide or assassination? That is the very tricky question facing investigators working on the sudden deaths of several prominent Russian businessmen since the attack on Ukraine on February 24...

Party pavilion back in play

An ideal venue for children’s parties has reopened after two years. Situated near to the top entrance to Princess Antoinette Park in Moneghetti...

Encouraging further drop in hospital numbers

There are now only seven residents among the 24 patients being treated for coronavirus at Princess Grace Hospital...

DULY NOTED: The spectacular flowers adding movementand colour to the Casino Gardens are being offered for sale by SBM to benefit the Monaco Red Cross and its support for Ukraine: https://www.montecarlosbm.com/en/activity/wind-roses-in-support-of-monaco-red-cross?=

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Ever MONACO opens in Fontvieille

Volvo electric trucks are the headliners at Ever MONACO, the electric-powered car show starting on Wednesday, April 27, and running till Friday, April 29...

No turning back at the Automobile Club

With the electric Grand Prix just around the corner – it takes place on Saturday, April 30 – the Automobile Club has complained of being swamped by calls...

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management named Best Bank in Monaco

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management has been named Best Bank in Monaco by Global Finance magazine for the sixth consecutive year...

US allies promise heavy arms, shrug off Russian nuclear warning

The United States and its allies promised to send more heavy weaponry to Ukraine during talks at a German air base on Tuesday, brushing off a threat from Moscow...

Pandemic in Monaco: Hospital numbers fall

The number of patients being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital fell to 27 on Tuesday evening from 31 on Monday...

DULY NOTED: The Monaco Red Cross has so far collected 1,560,000 euros in aid for war victims in Ukraine.

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Monaco's new TV channel launch delayed

Monaco’s much-vaunted TV channel, Monte-Carlo Riviera TV, will not see the light of day until the second half of next year,..

Anna Netrebko triumphs in Manon Lescaut

In an audacious move given the political context, the Opera de Monte-Carlo invited Russian soprano Anna Netrebko to step in when the original star soprano fell ill...

In troubled France, no honeymoon for re-elected Macron

Emmanuel Macron may have seen off far-right leader Marine Le Pen, but his second term could be even rockier than the first with mounting political opposition and boiling social discontent...

Coronavirus infection rate falls again

The so-called coronavirus incidence rate has fallen again, to 519 per 100,000 population, measured over seven days, from 662 one week earlier...

DULY NOTED: As Saturday's ePrix nears, tickets are being offered for 30 euros: https://www.fiaformulae.com/en/championship/race-calendar/2021-2022/monaco

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One more death amid mixed pandemic stats

More Monaco residents recovered from coronavirus on Friday (49) than tested positive (32), while on Friday evening there were 29 patients with coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital...

France's Macron wins second term, beating rightist Le Pen

French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen by a comfortable margin in Sunday's election...

Ukraine calls for heavy arms as top US officials visit

Ukraine was expected to ask U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin for more powerful weapons during a visit by the officials to Kyiv on Sunday as the Russian invasion enters its third month...

Leclerc still far ahead after sixth-place Imola finish

Charles Leclerc managed a sixth-place finish in damp conditions after spinning out in the later laps of the race at the infamous Imola circuit on Sunday...

Fireworks at Saint Etienne but only off the pitch

An investigation has been launched into a serious incident at the Geoffroy-Guichard stadium as AS Monaco visited Saint Etienne for a Ligue 1 game...

DULY NOTED: A suspect is in custody after a priest and a nun who came to his aid were stabbed repeatedly at the Saint-Pierre-d'Arène church in Nice. Identified only as Kevin. R, the assailant had been admitted several times to psychiatric hospital.

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Easter visitor figures give boost to economy

There was a very large influx of tourists over the Easter weekend, Minister of Finance and Economy Jean Castellini told a meeting of the Trade Observatory on Tuesday, April 19...

British gun enthusiast fined for illegal firearms possession

A British businessman who was being evicted from his apartment after losing his job has been fined 18,000 euros for the illegal possession of firearms...

20,000th Huracan delivered to client in Monaco

The Lamborghini Huracan has been nothing short of a success for the storied Italian marque, and this fact has been further confirmed...

Monaco wins high security printing award

Monaco has received a “High Security Printing Award” in the category “Best new ID card and travel document” for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region...

Pandemic figures continue to fall

The number of patients being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital has fallen to 29, including 13 residents...

DULY NOTED: Monaco resident Lewis Hamilton has joined Serena Williams and others in a consortium offering to buy Chelsea FC.

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Kremlin figures will miss the Med this summer

Oleg Tinkov, a sanctioned Russian tycoon who rejects the label oligarch, has denounced what he calls “this insane war” in Ukraine. He said that 90 percent of Russians oppose the war...

Prince Albert visits Italian towns

HSH Prince Albert has been visiting Terlizzi, Canosa di Puglia, Poggiorsini and Spinoza, in the Puglia region of southern Italy, all territories where Monaco...

Fewer in hospital with coronavirus symptoms

On Wednesday evening, April 20, 32 patients were being treated for coronavirus symptoms at Princess Grace Hospital, including 18 residents...

Iconic vintage car rally booking now open

Early booking is now open for the 9th Ladies Vintage Car Rally which will take place on September 11, 2022. “Steampunk Explorer” attire is the dress code...

AS Monaco conquer in local derby

As the Ligue 1 season slowly draws to a close, the race for second place intensifies and the importance of the result of this Côte d’Azur derby, between AS Monaco and neighbouring Nice was not lost...

DULY NOTED: The suspect in last weekend's Moneghetti stabbing case remains in custody in France awaiting extradition. The victim, the man's partner, is in stable condition after being operated on for 10 stab wounds.

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Complex FBI enquiry names Monaco resident

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced charges against 16 defendants, located in the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, Bulgaria, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Monaco...

Charles Leclerc has 300k watch stolen from wrist

Charles Leclerc became the victim of theft when his custom-made Richard Mille watch was stolen in the Tuscan region of Viareggio in Italy on Monday, April 18...

Indiana Governor expected soon in Monaco

Governor Eric Holcomb and Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers will lead an economic development trip to Sweden, the United Kingdom and Monaco, the governor’s office said...

Abercombie & Kent offer astonishing post-Covid getaways

Now that the worst of the coronavirus pandemic is over and travel restrictions have disappeared or been relaxed, no-one is more relieved than the teams at high-end travel company Abercrombie & Kent...

Equal numbers of new cases and full recoveries

The number of residents with mild coronavirus symptoms recovering at home has fallen to 113, according to the Government’s arithmetic...

DULY NOTED: Trouble on the tracks. There will be no TGV trains between Nice and Paris on Friday, April 22, due to strike action. Regional services between Nice and Marseille will also be affected.

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Attempted murder in Moneghetti

UPDATED, Monday, April 18 19:30: A 24 year-old Monegasque woman was stabbed repeatedly during an incident at Les Mandariniers apartment building on blvd. du Jardin Exotique on Sunday morning...

Palace issues photographs of Princess Charlene and family

Princess Charlene joined Prince Albert, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella for an Easter family portrait at the Palace on Sunday, April 17...

Casino de Monte-Carlo wins top awards

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer is celebrating a double win at the International Gaming Awards and the Casino Awards 2022 in London...

Monaco has new health chief

Dr Christophe Robino has been appointed Minister for Social Affairs and Health to succeed Didier Gamerdinger. He will take up his post on Wednesday, April 20...

Little change in pandemic figures

Thirty-six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Easter Monday, while 31 were declared fully-recovered...

Russia starts eastern offensive, missile victims die in west

Ukraine said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv on Monday, the first civilian victims in the western city, and reported signs that Russia had started its anticipated new offensive in the east...

DULY NOTED: Passengers on a Volotea flight from Nice to Luxembourg on Friday took off more than an hour and a half behind the scheduled time of 18:35. This meant that the aircraft would arrive after a noise curfew and it was diverted to Lyon. Passengers were then bussed to Luxembourg, arriving almost 24 hours later than their take-off time.

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Prince Albert catches coronavirus a second time

HSH Prince Albert has tested positive for coronavirus just hours before he was due to fly to New York...

Automobile Club puts paid to F1 rumours

Rumours have been swirling for some time about Monaco losing its famous Formula 1 Grand Prix to make room for new races...

No plain sailing for oligarch yachts

On Wednesday, April 13, the Netherlands seized a further six yachts believed to be linked to Russian owners, the maritime press reports...

Monaco pandemic latest: Hospital figures stable

Thirty-eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, April 13, while 28 were declared fully-recovered...

Ukraine: Reuters update

Ukraine warned on Wednesday that Russia was ramping up efforts in the South and East as it seeks full control of Mariupol, in what would be the first major city to fall...

DULY NOTED: Japanese cherry blossom, also known as Sakura, lasted longer this year in the Japanese Garden. There are several days left before the full bloom ends. The garden itself closes just before 19:00 but the cherry trees can be seen from ave. Princesse Grace all evening.

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Tunnel work adds to tennis travel woe

Much of Monaco was caught in near-gridlock on Tuesday, even outside rush hour...

Chef of Latitude wins superyacht award

The Yacht Club de Monaco’s Superyacht Chef competition has been won by Nicolas Petit, chef of the 43-metre Latitude...

More positive tests than full recoveries

Sixty-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, April 12, while 44 were reported to have recovered fully...

Putin defends 'noble' Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who had largely vanished from public view since his forces were driven from the approaches to Kyiv this month, resurfaced on Tuesday...

Ukrainian oligarchs put on notice

Several very wealthy Ukrainians – including members of the current parliament – have made their way to Warsaw and Monaco following the Russian attack on Ukraine on February 24...

DULY NOTED: In France most pandemic figures have taken a turn for the worse. On Tuesday, April 12, 156 hospital deaths related to coronavius were reported, while hospital admission rose by 488 over 24 hours to 24,693, 4,000 more thsn two weeks ago.

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Barclays Private Bank turns 100

It’s not every year you turn 100, but this year Barclays Private Bank is celebrating its centenary in Monaco...

Another 92 year-old victim takes total to 56

On Monday the Government reported the death of a 92 year-old resident who had been suffering from coronavirus symptoms...

Train services back to 'normal' after tunnel works

Major repair work on the Cimiez rail tunnel just east of Nice has come to an end, allowing trains to use both tracks again along the route from Nice to Ventimiglia...

Brigitte lashes out at Macron, compares to Putin

Brigitte Bardot has sent an open letter to President Macron, on Twitter, comparing him to Russia’s Putin...

Ukraine war latest from Reuters

Ukraine said on Monday it expected Russia to launch a huge new offensive soon, as Moscow shifts its focus to seizing territory in the east...

DULY NOTED: A 16-strong contingent of specialised French gendarmes has arrived in Kyiv to carry out forensic examinations on the victims of killings carried out by occupying Russian forces in the suburbs of the capital. The evidence collected is intended for use in eventual court proceedings.

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One more elderly death linked to pandemic

A 92 year-old resident suffering from coronavirus symptoms has died, the Government announced on the morning of Sunday, April 10...

Monaco's Leclerc wins decisively in Austraia

Charles Leclerc claimed two wins out of three after coming home first in Sunday’s Australia Grand Prix at a new-look Albert Park Circuit...

Ukraine round-up from Reuters: Kyiv keeps pressure on West

Ukraine said on Sunday it was seeking another round of European Union sanctions against Moscow and more military aid from its allies as Russian forces destroyed an airport...

DULY NOTED: As was widely expected, President Macron has emerged as the frontrunner in the race for President of France. According to exit polls on Sunday, the incumbent had won 28.3 percent compared to 23.6 percent for Marine Le Pen. However, the second round on April 24 is not considered to be a foregone conclusion. Whether the 20 percent taken by the far-left candidate will go to Macron because Le Pen is seen as too right-wing, or to Le Pen because of voter anger over rapidly rising prices will make the eventual outcome a cliffhanger.

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Monaco-based Russian influencer cuts up rough over handbag ban

As thousands of Ukrainian’s flee their homes to avoid Russian bombardments, random killings and rape, a woman who has nine million followers on Instagram has taken to the platform to protest against Chanel...

Coronavirus figures creep upwards

Fifty-one Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, April 7, while 34 were declared fully-recovered...

Maldives shelters sanctioned oligarch yachts

A day after coal and fertilizer billionaire Andrey Melnichenko was placed on the European Union’s sanctions list on March 9, his superyacht Motor Yacht A stopped broadcasting its location while in Maldives’ waters...

Traffic impacted by Rolex Masters from April 9

The Government has issued an alert about traffic changes as a result of the Rolex Masters, which start on Saturday, April 9, at the Monte-Carlo Country Club...

DULY NOTED: Italy's recovery from the pandemic this year is likely to be one percent lower than it would have been (projected at 4.4%) due to sanctions on Russia and the higher cost of fuel due to the invasion of Ukraine. SOURCE: Economist Intelligence Unit

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Port Authority promises to go up-market as cruise ships return

Cruise ships have come back to Monaco after two years of absence due to the pandemic...

In love and disappointed, Spanish woman took to drugs

A 25 year-old Spanish national has appeared in Monaco Criminal Court charged with possession of a hallucinogenic drug in July last year...

Dutch government preventing 14 Russian yachts leaving

The Dutch government said on Wednesday it is currently preventing 14 yachts – including 12 that were under construction – from leaving the country due to sanctions on Russia...

Little comfort from latest coronavirus figures

Seventy-six residents tested positive for coronavirus and 27 were declared fully-recovered on Wednesday, April 6...

Eneti refinances with bigger loan

Monaco-based Eneti has signed a $175 million multi-currency credit facility and will participate in two investor events in April and May 2022...

DULY NOTED: In France in 2019, a total of 66,410 teenagers aged 15 or under appeared in court charged with crimes including robberies, muggings, assaults and sexual offences, acording to Le Figaro daily.

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Tourism Office looks back at 2021, forward to 2022

Officials from Monaco’s Tourist and Convention Authority told a meeting of leading figures in the hospitality sector that, as expected, the 2021 results were better than those for 2020, as pandemic restrictions eased...

Prince Albert visits Barclays Monaco exhibition

His Serene Highness Prince Albert visited Barclays’ Monaco Office in early February to view a display of memorabilia from Barclays over the years. Barclays is marking a century of banking in Monaco this year...

Monaco Luxury Group raises funds for Thomas

Through its corporate foundation, the Monaco Luxury Group has raised 10,000 euros towards research targeted on helping local youngster Thomas Rodier (20), who has been diagnosed with degenerative eye disease...

Italian gourmets donate 5,400 euros for war victims

The Monaco branch of the Academia Italiana della Cucina (AIC) has raised 5,400 euros to help victims of the armed conflict in Ukraine...

Record cold night gives fruit and wine growers no respite

Record low temperatures in many parts of France in the night from Sunday to Monday are expected to have caused severe damage to some fruit and wine production in the country...

Coronavirus indicators continue to rise

Thirty-six patients are in Princess Grace Hospital being treated for coronavirus symptoms, including 26 residents. There are no patients in intensive care...

DULY NOTED: Public Health France said that a fifth wave of coronavirus is well under way. 140 hospital deaths related to coronavirus were reported in France on Tuesday.

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Ukrainian MPs witness Monaco's full support

The National Council and members of the Parliamentary Assembly of La Francophonie (APF), meeting in Monaco on Monday, expressed their full solidarity with Ukrainian parliamentarians...

Oil jumps over 3% as deaths prompt talk of new sanctions

Oil prices jumped over 3% on Monday, with investors worried about tighter supply as mounting civilian deaths in Ukraine increased pressure on European countries to impose sanctions on Russia’s energy sector...

International Day of Forests workshops at FANB

As part of an educational project on the theme of the tree that is being carried out throughout the school year, a CM2 class at the Institution François d’Assise-Nicolas Barré...

More in hospital with coronavirus symptoms

Although some key indicators show improvement, the number of patients in Princess Grace Hospital with coronavirus symptoms has increased again, to 37...

DULY NOTED: The latest oligarch superyacht to be immobilised is the 78m Tango, belonging to Viktor Vekselberg, moored in Palma, Mallorca. Vekselberg is sanctioned in the US but not in Europe. The authorities are checking paperwork, they say.

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Oligarch chopper seized in Monaco

According to multiple press reports two helicopters whose beneficial owner was Alisher Usmanov, one of Russia’s largest oligarchs, have been seized by French customs officials, including one in Monaco...

Prince Albert visits historical site in Morocco

On Friday, April 1, HSH Prince Albert paid a visit to Bayt Dakira in Essaouira, a highly spiritual and patrimonial place for the preservation and promotion of the Jewish-Moroccan memory, the North African Post reported...

Electric cars overtake petrol models in France

Sales of new electrified vehicles in France overtook petrol-powered equivalents for the first time in the first quarter, a major milestone for lower-emission vehicles amid high prices..

F1 set to race under neon lights of Las Vegas

Fans of Formula 1 that find themselves based in the United States might be delighted to discover that there will be not one or two but three F1 races in the US in 2023...

Super sub Boadu sees off struggling Metz

Two weeks after their blockbuster victory over Paris Saint-Germain, AS Monaco have found success again, this time against Metz away at the Stade Saint-Symphorien on the afternoon of Sunday, April 3...

Just four new cases, but more in hospital

Only four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, April 3. The figure on Saturday was 48. Sunday is usually a day when few tests are carried out...

DULY NOTED: The great Easter getaway from the UK has run into trouble with waits of up to nine hours at Dover and congestion at airports. A Heathrow spokesman blamed high passenger volumes and Covid documentation checks still needed at many destinations.

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Monaco's Orthodox worshippers venerate 13th Century Icon

One of the Orthodox Church’s most holy and ancient icons visited Monaco on Thursday, March 31, an occasion that had been planned for several weeks...

Europe's Russian gas in jeopardy as Ukraine braces

President Vladimir Putin threatened on Thursday to halt contracts supplying Europe with a third of its gas unless they are paid in Russian currency, his strongest economic riposte...

Anti-ageing event suddenly 20 years older

One of the biggest annual conventions hosted by the Grimaldi Forum is the Aesthetic & Antiageing Medicine World Congress, known conveniently as AMWC, which has taken up its spring slot...

Monaco extends aid to hard-hit Madagascar

Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, has signed a Framework Agreement for cooperation between Monaco and Madagascar while on a visit to the island...

Monaco coronavirus update: no surprises

Thirty-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, March 31, while 61 were reported fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED: One person was gravely injured and a second seriously following a two-car accident on the Saint Roman to Roquebrune road just after 16:00 on Thursday.

Eighty-three percent of Russians have said they approve of Putin's actions, up from a 69-percent approval rating in January, according to a poll by the Levada Center in Moscow, according to the New York Times.

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Monaco is 'moving on' with charging points

The 'Monaco On' network makes charging electric vehicles even more effective, accessible and available to the greatest number of users, the Government said on Wednesday...

ISM celebrates new sporting status

The International School of Monaco has received accreditation by the World Academy of Sport (WAoS) as an Athlete-Friendly Education Centre (AFEC)...

CMB showcases Monaco's history and assets

The World Expo in Dubaï is coming to an end, and more than one million visitors were present at the Monaco Pavilion, of which CMB Monaco was an official partner...

Russia's Transneft caps oil pipeline intake

Russia’s Transneft, operator of the world’s largest oil pipeline network, has set caps on oil received by it as storage filled up amid weak demand for Russian fuel...

Monaco's coronavirus situation largely unchanged

Monaco reported 51 new positive tests for coronavirus on Wednesday, March 30. Fifty-two residents were deemed to have recovered fully over the previous 24 hours...

DULY NOTED: Decathlon will now close its operations in Russia, due to being unable to source supplies. Sister companies Auchan and Leroy Merlin will continue to operate, as they source manily within Russia.

British Airways suffered another IT failure for about an hour on Wednesday afternoon, delaying many flights from Heathrow.

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Prince Albert attends Prince Philip's memorial service

HSH Prince Albert attended the memorial service for Britain’s Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey, London, on Tuesday...

Book-keeper sentenced for stealing 279k

A book-keeper who worked for several years at the IM2S medical clinic stole cheques valued at 279,237 and credited the amounts to her own account, Monaco Criminal Court heard this week...

AS Monaco first to embrace NFTs

AS Monaco has become the first football club in France’s Ligue 1 – and one of the first in Europe – to collaborate with an NFT consulting agency ...

Le Corbusier pieces previewed

As part of its Art Deco/Design sale of May 24, Artcurial will exhibit a selection of pieces from Maisons Jaoul, Neuilly-sur-Seine, which Le Corbusier designed and constructed between 1951 and 1955....

New cases numbers jump, hospital figures fall

Eighty-eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, March 29, while 60 were declared fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED: Just a few days before the closure of the Universal Expo in Dubai on March 31, Monaco welcomed its millionth visitor to its Pavilion after it opened last October. An average of 5,650 people have visited the Monaco pavilion, accounting for more than 4% of total visits.

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Prince Albert inaugurates new 100-percent green buses

HSH Prince Albert saw for himself at very close quarters Monaco’s new all-electric buses at a presentation on the Place du Palais on Monday, March 28...

Hotel School charity dinner raises 3,900 euros

The charity dinner held on February 4 at the Lycée Technique et Hôtelier de Monaco’s own Cordon d’Or restaurant raised 3,900 euros for children’s charities...

Ukraine calls for boycott of Decathlon, others

The Mulliez family, owners of the Decathlon, Auchan, Leroy Merlin and Jules chains, are resisting calls from the President and the Foreign Minister of Ukraine to close its extensive operations in Russia...

Monaco reports 52 new cases, 34 recoveries

Once again, it was another increase in hospital numbers that stood out in Monaco’s daily coronavirus update...

DULY NOTED: Heineken has announced that it will cease operations in Russia due to sanctions, bringing to mind one of the brewer's slogans: 'You can live without Heineken but why'

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Monaco's World Plastics Summit makes its mark first time out

It was only the first time the event had been held, but there was no doubt at all that Monaco’s World Plastics Summit was a blockbuster success in bringing together top minds from across the globe to address one of the world’s most pressing problems...

PwC Monaco gets full cybersecurity marks

Frédéric Fautrier, Director of the Monegasque Digital Security Agency (AMSN), has presented the new Systems Security Audit Service Provider Information Diploma (PASSI) to Frank Vanhal, Partner PwC Monaco and Stefan Thibault, Director of Cybersecurity at PwC...

Dubai becomes bolthole of choice for many oligarchs

According to multiple reports from Dubai, there has been an influx of very wealthy Russians in recent weeks as sanctions have started to bite in Europe and the US...

Another top green award for Monte-Carlo Beach

Monte-Carlo Beach has won 1st Special Prize in the Hotel & Lodge Awards 2022 Green Category, as awarded by Hotel & Lodge magazine, a top tourist magazine in France...

As Western brands exit, Russia looks east

Russia is looking to China, India, Iran and Turkey to plug the gap created by an exodus of western retail companies, an industry body said on Friday...

Verstappen edges out Leclerc for Saudi GP win

Charles Leclerc looked set to claim back-to-back wins as he put on another dominant display, this time at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but Max Verstappen...

More recoveries than new cases at weekend

No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, March 27, while 76 were declared fully-recovered. The Saturday figures were 40 new cases and 68 recoveries.

DULY NOTED: Authorities in Moscow have seized a number of Audemars Piguet watches worth millions of euros in retaliation for Swiss sanctions, NZZ am Sonntag reported - customs offences were cited as the reason. Meanwhile, Nestlé continues to operate in Russia.

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Links between Russian superyacht crews

While scores of Russian-owned superyachts have been seized by European jurisdictions since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the focus over the last few days has been on the Scheherazade...

Zelenskiy urges French firms to stop sponsoring Russian war machine

French companies including carmaker Renault and retailer Auchan must leave the Russian market, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told French lawmakers...

Gateway to Beausoleil to get a facelift

Work is underway to beautify the lower entrance to Beausoleil where the French commune and the Principality lie on either side of the blvd. du Général Leclerc...

Minister of State speaks to Junior Economic Chamber

Minister of State Pierre Dartout was the guest of the Junior Economic Chamber of Monaco (JCEM) for the first Breakfast Conference of the year on Thursday, March 24...

Monaco coronavirus update: Thursday, March 24

Sixty-two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, March 24. Fifty-one residents were reported to have recovered fully...

DULY NOTED: As Ukrainian forces encounter considerable success in pushing back Russian forces around Kyiv, NATO officials are becoming increasingly alarmed that the Russian military will use chemical weapons in addition to siege tactics, including the shelling of civilian areas.

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Monaco yachting company at centre of Putin yacht reports

A yacht management and brokerage company with headquarters in Monaco has been thrown into the spotlight as speculation grows over the ownership of the Scheherazade...

Biden to flag more Russia sanctions over Ukraine

President Joe Biden flew to Brussels on Wednesday for emergency talks with European leaders about the war in Ukraine...

CREM hosts leading Italian businessman

Monaco’s Foreign Residents’ Club was the venue on Tuesday, March 22, for a talk by Dr Franco Gussalli Beretta, Chairman and CEO of the Beretta Group...

Ministers meet hoteliers over working lunch

Minister of State Pierre Dartout invited representatives of the hospitality sector in the Principality as well as the President of the AIHM (Association of Monegasque Hotel Industry) to a working lunch...

School coronavirus testing boosts positive totals

Tests on 3,300 school students and staff over March 21 and 22 resulted in 47 positive coronavirus cases being identified. Fifty-five percent of the school population took the tests...

DULY NOTED: US President Joe Biden, on a visit to Europe, has warned Western firms to increase vigilance against the threat of cyber attacks.

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Net closes in on Putin's super superyacht

Pressure is growing on the Italian authorities to seize Scheherazade, the huge superyacht believed to belong to Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. He also owns a smaller yacht, Graceful...

One more Michelin star for Marcel Ravin

Chef Marcel Ravin of the Blue Bay at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort has won a second star in the 2022 Michelin Guide...

France's TotalEnergies to quit Russian oil contracts

French oil major TotalEnergies said on Tuesday it would not renew its Russian gasoil and crude oil supply contracts for its German refinery, but would source...

"I've changed my ways," says drunk driving truck thief

A student from Beausoleil who had been out drinking in Monaco stole a truck on the border of the Principality and France with the intention of driving home, as he was tired and it was 03:50 in the morning...

Monaco Ferrari collection star of Artcurial sales

Four very low mileage Ferraris owned by Monegasque state adviser Maître Léandri attracted huge attention and very high prices at the recent Paris car auctions conducted by the Artcurial auction house...

Big jump in positive coronavirus tests in Monaco

Ninety-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Tuesday, March 22, the biggest daily jump in several weeks. Fifty were declared fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED: Three weeks ago EU countries were sending 800 million euros each day to Russia to pay for oil and gas, based on International Energy Agency figures. However, a number of contracts are not being renewed and the figure is falling despite higher prices.

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Attack on Ukraine casts long shadow over Ocean Week

John Kerry, US President Joe Biden’s special envoy on climate change, was at the Oceanographic Museum on Monday for the first day of Monaco Ocean Week...

One hundred ships blocked in Ukraine's ports

Ukraine faces a possible grain revenue loss of $6 billion as the blockade of its ports by Russian forces prevents it from selling millions of tonnes of wheat and corn...

Every Kind of People hits the spot

Another successful collaboration between Art-Box.store and Gallery Espace 22 on blvd d’Italie presents 15 international artists exhibiting pieces...

Monaco coronavirus update: Monday, March 21

Forty-eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, March 21, while 57 were declared fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED: Vaccinated travellers to France no longer need to present a negative test, but a form self-certifying no recent contact with infected persons etc. is still needed. It’s best to download, print and complete and have it available to present at immigration control, even though very often it’s not requested: Travellers should consult: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france/entry-requirements, then click on sworn statement.

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Whistleblower shocked by Monaco's appeal

Jonathan Taylor, the oil industry whistleblower who was recently cleared of bribery and extortion charges, has expressed his surprise that Monaco’s public prosecutor has launched an appeal against the ruling...

Charles Leclerc wins blockbuster season opener

The 2022 Formula 1 season could not have gotten off to a better start for Scuderia Ferrari than it did at the Bahrain International Circuit, as Monaco’s Charles Leclerc dominated the race...

Stepan's escape to Med recorded on Instagram

The fury of Russia’s unprovoked attack on Ukraine and the death and destruction that it has sown have taken the world by surprise. But...

Turkey says Russia and Ukraine nearing agreement

Turkey’s foreign minister said in an interview published on Sunday that Russia and Ukraine were nearing agreement on “critical” issues and he was hopeful...

Monaco outclass Parisian giants, at home

AS Monaco hosted Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain, and outperformed the Parisians in front of a packed out crowd at the Stade Louis II on Sunday, March 20...

Only three new cases, two residents in hospital

Only three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, March 20, compared to 56 who were declared fully-recovered...

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Monaco's economy in very strong rebound

Monaco’s economy has bounced back strongly from the ravages of the coronavirus pandemic, Government ministers told journalists on Thursday...

Prince offers wholehearted support to Ukrainian refugees

HSH Prince Albert took to the Monaco Info TV channel on Thursday evening to express his solidarity with the people of Ukraine...

Another coronavirus-related elderly death in Monaco

For the second consecutive day, an elderly person with coronavirus symptoms has died in Monaco, the local health authorities announced on Thursday, March 17...

Prince and children enjoy warm Irish welcome

Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day a day early, the Princess Grace Irish Library in Monaco hosted an afternoon of music and singing in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II and His Children, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella...

Cross-border commission meets in positive spirit

The local cross-border commission for Franco-Monegasque cooperation met on March 15, 2022, in Monaco to deal with neighbourhood issues...

AS Monaco eliminated from Europa League

AS Monaco’s journey in the Europa League tournament has come to an unfortunate end, as the red and whites were unable to beat Braga on aggregate in the second leg...

DULY NOTED: The van and drivers who delivered a large consignment of donations from Saint Paul's Church in Monaco to a church in Hungary for IMMEDIATE distribution have returned and a new vanload is now being collected. This time no clothes please, but anything and everything mothers and babies need (more details later). The Church is open for donations 7 days a week from 10:00 until 17:00 at 22 ave. Grande Bretagne.

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Russian billionaire's Vallon project still kicking up dust

The controversial project to remove part of the hill above Sainte Devote to accommodate a multi-storey property that will be partly underground appears to be moving ahead according to plan...

After 21 days, Putin says Ukraine operation going to plan

Russian bombs rained down on Ukrainian cities on Wednesday, Ukrainian official said, despite talk of compromise from both Moscow and Kyiv in peace talks after three weeks of war...

One more elderly death linked to coronavirus

One more person infected with coronavirus has died in Monaco, the health authorities announced on Wednesday evening...

Wannenes offers rolling expertise appointments

Wannenes Art Contact is currently holding expertise meetings in Monte-Carlo on an ongoing basis, by appointment...

Hamilton to take mother's maiden name

Lewis Hamilton continues to grab headlines, as the formidable Formula 1 driver has announced that he will be honouring his mother by changing his surname...

DULY NOTED: On this Saint Patrick’s Day we at NEWS.MC would like to hold up a courageous Irish journalist who has been killed in Ukraine as an inspiration to everyone who is Irish in spirit: “My name is Pierre Zakrzewski and I’m Irish, so let me through.”

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As expected,increase in infections in Monaco

The Monaco health authorities reported 74 positive tests for coronavirus on Tuesday, March 15, with 38 full recoveries...

Monaco officially launches Digital Health platform

After many months of work, Monaco officially launched its MonacoSanté platform, bringing digital transformation to all aspects of health care In the Principality...

MonacoUSA holds first great mixer of 2022

MonacoUSA was able to hold its first mixer of the year on Tuesday, March 15, and needless to say it was a great success...

Euro zone bank exposure to Russia is contained

Euro zone banks have only limited direct exposure to the Russian economy, the European Central Bank’s top supervisor Andrea Enria said on Tuesday...

DULY NOTED: The UK is dropping the dreaded Passenger Locator Form requirement for all passengers arriving after 04:00 on Friday, March 18. Other rules concerning vaccination are also being dropped.

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France announces wind parks in Med at very long last

France has been dragging its feet on wind energy for many years and has fallen far behind Scandinavia and the UK in producing power from this constant source of energy...

Sanctioned billionaire warns of food crisis

A global food crisis looms unless the war in Ukraine is stopped because fertiliser prices are soaring so fast that many farmers can no longer afford soil nutrients...

Refugee donations from Monaco put to good use quickly

The van full of carefully selected supplies for fleeing Ukrainian refugees arrived at its destination on Sunday after leaving Saint Paul’s Church in Monaco...

Monaco coronavirus update: 49 new cases

Forty-nine new coronavirus cases were reported in Monaco on Monday, March 14, while 36 people were declared fully-recovered...

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Princess Charlene back in Monaco

The Prince’s Palace announced on Saturday that HSH Princess Charlene has returned to Monaco...

Sanctioned Russian billionaire linked to prime real estate in Monaco

The Villa Bromar, which has been steeped in controversy, may be seized by the Monaco authorities due to treaty obligations with the European Union...

Scope of Café de Paris rebuild revealed

The extent to which the Café de Paris is about to be transformed was revealed at the weekend with the unveiling of plans by SBM...

On eve of major relaxation, one new case reported

Only one Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, March 13. Twenty-three were declared fully-recovered...

Italy seizes Russian billionaire Melnichenko's sailing yacht 'A'

Italian police have seized a superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Igorevich Melnichenko, the prime minister’s office said on Saturday...

Disheartened Hamilton doubts Mercedes chances

Mercedes are no strangers to downplaying their own performance ahead of an upcoming season, but after pre-season testing this year Lewis Hamilton appeared to be genuinely concerned...

AS Monaco fall short in Strasbourg

AS Monaco suffered another loss in their Ligue 1 campaign this season, succumbing to Strasbourg in an away match to forget on Sunday, March 13...

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Abramovich's Riviera assets still safe, for now

Neither the US nor the EU have so far imposed sanctions on Roman Abramovich, so his Riviera interests remain untouched, at least for the moment...

At last, UK blacklists Chelsea owner Abramovich

Britain imposed sanctions on Chelsea soccer club owner Roman Abramovich and Igor Sechin, chief executive of Russian oil giant Rosneft, hitting them with asset freezes...

Monaco pandemic update: More in hospital

Thirty-two new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Thursday, March 10. Sixteen residents were declared fully-recovered....

Duo delight with journey through German and French classical music

Saint Paul’s Anglican Church was the venue on Thursday, March 10, for a concert by two talented musicians, flautist Manuela Mattes and harpist Sylvain Blassel...

Princess Grace Hospital commits to Mon Restau sheme

The Princess Grace Hospital Centre (CHPG) has hosted a technical visit marking its entry into the Mon restaurant Responsable® approach to waste, its sorting and reduction, and to the use of seasonal foods...

Pierre Gasly claims fastest lap on first day of pre-season testing

Formula 1 is tantalisingly close to returning in full swing later this month with the season opening Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday, March 20, but fans of the motorsport...

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Russia's foreign minister said on Thursday that video footage of the bombing of a maternity hospital in Ukraine was fake.

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AS Monaco and Dmitry Rybolovlev support aid for Ukraine

In response to the appeal launched by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), AS Monaco and its President Dmitry Rybolovlev, in a personal capacity, have donated...

Lions lose no time to support Ukraine

Monaco’s Lions Club will be holding its annual Gala on April 2, an event that promises to be a very successful fund-raising opportunity as well as a celebration of the Club’s 60 years...

Ukraine's new Ambassador presents credentials, receives support

The usual formality by which newly-appointed ambassadors present their credentials to HSH Prince Albert on taking up their roles was brought into sharp focus this week when Ukraine’s new ambassador...

Artcurial to preside over noteworthy sale of astonishing art

On March 23, Artcurial will unveil more than 180 paintings, drawings and sculptures from numerous private collections such as the Edmonde Charles-Roux collection...

Monaco coronavirus update: Cases and hospital numbers rise

The Monaco Government announced on Wednesday evening that 49 residents had tested positive during the day, while the number of full recoveries was 19...

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St. Paul's Anglican Church has collected a substantial quantity of items to support Ukrainian refugees. A large van has been rented and volunteers are needed to help load it at 16:00 on Friday.

Concert at St. Paul's Church at 18:30 today, Thursday, March 10, with Manuela Mattes on flute and Sylvain Blassel on harp. Bach, Debussy, Ibert, Rameau and Schubert. 20 euros on the door.

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Gathering storm of economic fallout after attack on Ukraine

Financial markets may have recovered most of their original losses following the Russian invasion of Russia, now in its second week, but attention is turning now to specific commodities.

Putin adds Monaco to list of hostile countries

In the wake of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the Principality continues to grab headlines. Monaco has joined a long list...

Stands start to sprout as Monaco readies for three Grand Prix

The fifth Monaco e-Prix, the 13th Grand Prix de Monaco Historique and the 79th Grand Prix itself will take place on Saturday April 30, from Friday May 13 to Sunday May 15, and from Thursday May 26 to Sunday May 29...

CMB Monaco hails gender success

March 8 is the global date for women’s rights. It is also an opportunity to take stock of the issue of gender equality in the private sector, CMB Monaco says...

Monaco coronavirus update: Upward trend in figures

Thirty-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, March 8, while 28 residents were declared fully-recovered...

DULY NOTED

After dithering while other Western chains closed down in Russia, McDonalds has said it will suspend operations at all of its 847 outlets while keeping its 60,000 workforce on the payroll. Starbucks and CocaCola will 'pause' sales in Russia.

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Macron sees no impending breakthrough in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that he was not seeing for now any diplomatic breakthroughs in talks with Moscow that would allow the war in Ukraine to end...

Vaccinations for children still available

In response to a request expressed by a number of families, the Prince’s Government is informing parents who so wish that they...

To mark Women's Day, girls offered mentoring

To mark International Women’s Day this year, local associations SheCanHeCan and Femmes Chefs d’Entreprises de Monaco, with the support of...

Women's Day and a collaborative piece of art

The Committee for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights of Women puts the spotlight this year on the protection of the rights of women and the sea...

Monaco pandemic update: 29 test positive

Monaco’s health authorities reported 29 new positive tests on Monday, March 7. Twenty-one residents were declared fully-recovered...

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There will be a collection of donations for Ukraine at Stars'n'Bars all day today, from 09:00 until 19:00, on International Women's Day.

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Huge dome will cover CHPG building project

The Government has entrusted VINCI Construction with the structure, core and shell for the new Princess Grace Hospital in Monaco, the company said...

Yacht owners consult lawyers over seizures

Ilya Rachkov, a partner in Nectorov, Savelyev & Partners law firm, told gazeta.ru, a state-owned Russian business newspaper, that owners had a right to compensation if their vessels are seized...

France urges Britain to do more to help

French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin urged Britain on Sunday to do more to help Ukrainian refugees stuck in the French port of Calais...

Latest Monaco pandemic stats

Only two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, March 6. Twenty-nine residents were declared fully-recovered...

Haas terminate contract with Nikita Mazepin

Following the Haas Formula 1 team’s decision to drop Uralkali as the team’s title sponsor, as a result of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the US outfit has terminated its contract with Nikita Mazepin...

Monaco earn crucial victory in Marseille

Having dropped right down the Ligue 1 table ahead of their fixture away against Marseilles on Sunday, March 6, the visitors won a victory in the Vélodrome...

NOTES FROM THE EDITOR

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During the past 30 days, there have been 97,710 pageviews of our website NEWS.MC. This figure is verifiable.

In its coverage of the war in Ukraine the local French daily Monaco Matin has been superb, with up to 10 pages of comprehensive reporting every day. Finally, I would like to recommend this article: https://www.independent.ie/world-news/europe/fionnan-sheahan-reports-from-the-ukraine-border-herculean-polish-efforts-to-help-shine-a-light-on-the-eus-limp-response-to-shocking-refugee-crisis-41416103.html

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Oligarch's yacht seized in Port Hercule

The war in Ukraine had a direct impact in Monaco on Thursday when an oligarch’s yacht was prevented from leaving...

Minister of State says energy and tourism most at risk

Minister of State Pierre Dartout said on Thursday evening that Monaco is following EU procedures on sanctions related to the war in Ukraine...

France to lift Vaccination Pass rules in 11 days

President Macron took time out from talking to the presidents of Ukraine and Russia on Thursday morning to announce, through a spokesman, the end...

Monaco coronavirus update: 27 new cases, 23 recoveries

Monaco’s health authorities reported 27 new positive coronavirus tests in the Principality on Thursday, March 3, together with 23 full recoveries...

Clients and employees of CMB Monaco support AMADE

At the end of 2021, all CMB Monaco employees once again decided to forego any gifts from customers and invited them to take part...

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Russian oligarchs Monaco is required to target

Violetta and Lyubov Prigozhina, the mother and the wife of Yevgeny Prigozhin (main photo), who the EU says is responsible for sending Wagner Group mercenaries to Ukraine, are banned from the EU...

'Too early to say,' according to Monaco real estate agents

The consensus is that it’s too early to say if the war in Ukraine will have a major impact on Monaco’s real estate market, according to several agencies...

France's Macron: Putin alone chose war in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday denounced the “lies” spread by the Russian government to justify a war in Ukraine, but said he would remain in contact...

Felicity Ace sinks along with $438 million cargo

656-foot cargo ship Felicity Ace and its precious cargo caught ablaze near the coast of the Azores on Wednesday, February 16, and managed to remain afloat...

Just one Monaco resident being treated for coronavirus

Twenty-eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, March 2. Fourteen were declared fully-recovered...

Monaco knocked out of Coupe de France in penalties

After a commendable stint in this year’s Coupe de France, AS Monaco have been knocked out of the tournament by Nantes...

DULY NOTED: Cova has opened in the Palais de la Plage.

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France and Monaco target oligarch homes, cars, yachts

French authorities are working to identify and seize homes, luxury cars, yachts and other France-based assets held by Russian oligarchs targeted for European Union sanctions...

Monaco's Orthodox Church calls for love and understanding

The Parish of St Elena Russian Orthodox Church in Monaco issued a press release on Monday drawing attention to the fact that the church is multinational, united by God...

Monaco collections for Ukraine refugees continues apace

Monaco’s Red Cross on Monday announced an initial release of 80,000 euros to aid Ukrainian refugees fleeing the conflict in their home country...

Monaco midfielder Golovin 'not well' due to war in Ukraine

In a press conference held on Tuesday, March 1, before AS Monaco’s Coupe de France quarter-final fixture against Nantes the following day, head coach Philippe Clement...

Only two Monaco residents in CHPG with coronavirus symptoms

Seven patients are in Princess Grace Hospital being treated for coronavirus. Only two are Monaco residents...

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Monaco flies colours of Ukraine in full support

Members of the National Council have joined in the message of the Prince who “strongly condemns the invasion of Ukraine” and express their full support for the Ukrainian people...

Monaco adopts EU war sanctions

The Government announced on Monday afternoon that the Principality has adopted “without delay” the freezing of assets and other economic sanctions already imposed by the European Union...

Russians change tactics in attack on Ukraine

At the request of the Ukrainian government, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, has spoken to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, the Elysée palace has said...

Coronavirus: More recoveries than new cases

Thirty-four new positive cases of Covid-19 were reported on Monday February 28, while 50 residents were reported to have fully recovered...

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French press asks difficult questions on local oligarchs

Local French-language daily Monaco Matin has asked if Monaco will take action against oligarchs who have established themselves beyond Russia’s borders, following similar attempts by the US, Britain and...

Monaco mobilises to help displaced Ukrainians

It has been the most terrible week in the history of Europe in more than 70 years, since the final moments of the Second World War. The disbelief and horror at events in Ukraine...

Coronavirus: Further drop in numbers

Only two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, February 27, while 20 were declared fully-recovered...

Monte-Carlo Diary: In Praise of Princes

For many years I have been an enthusiastic royalist, largely on the grounds that however hostile he or she may be to foreigners a monarch rarely kills his (or her) own people...

Formula 1 will not race in Russia

Formula 1 has cancelled the Russian Grand Prix this year, following Putin’s invasion of Ukraine...

Reims outshine AS Monaco with last-minute goal

The match was scheduled to kick-off at 13:00, but was delayed as visiting Reims showed their solidarity with Ukraine, coming out onto the pitch five minutes later than planned...

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The collection of items for Ukrainian refugees will start on Tues., March 1, at St. Paul's Church, 22 ave. de Grande-Bretagne, from 10:00 until 16:00.

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No easy ride for Putin following Ukraine attack

UKRAINE NEWS ROUND-UP Updated 00:01 February 25: Ukrainians put up fierce resistance in the face of overwhelming odds on Thursday, February 24, the first day...

Putin threatens nuclear response and hypersonic weapons

A belligerent and rambling Putin on Thursday warned other states not to interfere following his invasion of Ukraine...

Monaco coronavirus update: Hospital number in single figures

Monaco reported 26 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, February 24, while 15 were declared fully-recovered...

Big success for mulltimedia tour through Dublin

Neal Doherty, author and Failte Ireland tourist guide gave an entertaining multimedia presentation to an appreciative audience on the Statues and Sculptures of Dublin...

Vettel will not race in Russian GP

Following the invasion of Ukraine, Sebastien Vettel has stated that he will not race in the Russian Grand Prix if the race goes ahead later this year...

DULY NOTED: President Macron of France called President Putin on Thursday to try to induce the Russian leader to declare a ceasefire following the invasion of Ukraine.

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Excellent news on hospital numbers

After extensive testing following a return to school on Monday, it appears that the number of positive coronavirus cases in Monaco is not exploding...

France tells nationals to leave Ukraine 'without delay'

After Ukraine declared a state of emergency on Wednesday and Moscow said separatists in the east had asked for help to repel “aggression,” the French foreign ministry told its nationals to leave without delay...

Caribbean sailing triumph for Dimitry Rybolovlev

On Wednesday morning, February 23, ClubSwan 125 Skorpios, helmed by Monaco resident Dmitry Rybolovlev, took line honours...

Living in Monaco celebrates exceptional networking event

“After a long absence due to the pandemic, we were delighted to host the Monaco Residents’ Meeting, an exceptional networking event for Monaco residents...

Bugatti honours Monegasque racing driver

Bugatti has been around for quite some time now, 112 years to be exact, and only at the end of last year did the company launch its own bespoke customisation program...

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Government very happy with success of blue fund

One of the major planks of Monaco’s program of digital transition has been the fonds bleu, a scheme that enables a limited number of Monaco companies to benefit from state subsidies...

Well over the limit, she hit fence on Casino Square

Nowhere in Monaco is more well-policed than Casino Square, and yet it was here in the very centre of Monte-Carlo that a 35 year-old nursing auxiliary crashed her car just after midnight on October 1 last year...

Insurers estimate supercar loss at more than $400 million

Last week, NEWS.MC reported on the Felicity Ace fiasco, involving a 656-foot cargo ship that caught fire near the coast of the Azores with some very valuable cargo on board...

Monaco: Daily new case total hits 50

Coronavirus tests in the Principality on Tuesday, February 22, showed 50 positive cases, a higher number than in the past few days that may be linked to the return to school on Monday after a two-week break...

DULY NOTED: The Princess Grace Irish Library in Monaco Ville will host writer Neil Dougherty on Thursday, February 24 to give a talk on Dublin’s statues and sculptures. Neil has appeared on national TV shows and wrote A Complete Guide to the City of Dublin and A Complete Guide to Dublin Statues and Sculptures. Admission is 10 euros and the talk starts at 19:00.

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Relaxation of some coronavirus rules likely later this week

As the pandemic situation eases in Monaco, reflecting the same trend in most of Europe, a number of important restrictions may be ended within days...

Resurfacing of Grand Prix circuit starts next week

As the 5th Monaco e-Prix (April 30), the 13th Monaco Historic Grand Prix (May 13 to 15) and the 79th Monaco Automobile Grand Prix (May 26 to 29) approach, the department of urban management will carry out road repairs...

Monday pandemic update: 29 new cases, 26 recoveries

Monaco’s health authorities announced on Monday, February 21, that 29 residents had tested positive during the day, while 26 residents had fully recovered...

DULY NOTED: High winds had a moderate impact on traffic at Nice Airport on Monday. Two morning BA flights to Heathrow were cancelled, as was the 06:00 KLM service to Amsterdam. Delays grew to an average of 45 minutes by the afternoon. No cancellations are expected today.

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High winds alert for Monaco, flights cancelled

As Storm Eunice penetrates further east into mainland Europe after causing havoc in England, high winds can be expected from Monday morning in the local area...

Monaco pandemic update: Only 2 new cases

Only two new positive coronavirus tests were recorded during Sunday, while 23 residents were declared fully-recovered...

Monaco changes school coronavirus rules

As Monaco schools return on Monday, February 21, after the two-week winter holiday break, the Government has decided to reduce the period of absence for children who test positive...

Leclerc takes all-new Ferrari F1 car for first track outing

Scuderia Ferrari unveiled their all-new car for the upcoming Formula 1 season, the ‘F1-75’ on Thursday, February 17 to high acclaim from the team’s Tifosi and the wider F1 community...

AS Monaco walk away from Bordeaux with well-deserved draw

AS Monaco faced off against Bordeaux away on Sunday, February 20 and walked away from a tightly-fought Ligue 1 encounter with one point...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's bobsled team of Rudy Rinaldi and Boris Vain placed sixth in the two-man event at the Beijing Games, which closed on Sunday, by far the best placing that the tiny Principality has ever had at any Olympics.

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France holds out hope of earlier relaxation

Minister of Health Olivier Véran said in Nice on Thursday, February 17, that mid-March is now the most likely time for a relaxation of coronavirus restrictions...

Yacht Club rejects green-washing label

Bernard d’Alessandri, Secretary General of the Yacht Club of Monaco, has gone on the record to say that green-washing is not for him...

Visit to strengthen judicial cooperation

On an official visit to the Monaco pavilion in Dubai from February 6 to 10, 2022, where he was warmly welcomed by Mr Albert Croesi and his teams, Mr Robert Gelli...

Latest Monaco pandemic stats

Just 17 new cases and 33 full recoveries were reported by Monaco’s health authorities on Thursday, February 17...

Masi removed from race director role

Micheal Masi has been removed from the role of Formula 1 race director, as the motorsport’s governing body, the FIA, is restructuring...

DULY NOTED: Flights have been disrupted across large parts of Europe due to high winds. Falling trees killed three people in Poland and one in Germany. The UK is due to be battered by storms today and on Saturday.

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THURSDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2022

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Goldman Sachs comes back to Monaco

Goldman Sachs announced on Wednesday the opening of a new office for its Private Banking division in Monaco as part of its European expansion...

Monaco: More plummeting coronavirus figures

The Government reported 26 positive tests on Wednesday, February 16. Thirty residents were reported fully-recovered...

Swiss drop almost all pandemic restrictions

From Thursday February 17, almost all pandemic restrictions in Switzerland will be abolished. The only rules to remain in place...

Government delighted with Operation Carlo

As part of a number of measures to support the economy, the Prince’s Government repeated its Carlo incentive operation at the end of 2021. This involved paying...

Main differences between UK and French motor insurance

Many clients ask ‘Why do motor insurance premiums seem more expensive than UK and go up every year?’...

AS Monaco loan Pavlovic to FC Basel

AS Monaco has announced the loan of Strahinja Pavlovic to Swiss Super League side FC Basel until the end of the current season, with the option to purchase...

DULY NOTED: France's Académie Française has once again complained about the spread of 'franglais.' In its latest report the 400 year-old institute singled out Ouigo (we go), the low coast rail service, and the use of anglicisms in social media, such as 'follower.'

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WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2022

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Coronavirus in Monaco: Most indicators plunge

Thirty-two new coronavirus cases were reported in Monaco on Tuesday, February 15, while 44 people were declared fully-recovered...

French wine and spirit exporters toast record 2021

French wine and spirits exports hit a new record high in value last year, boosted by the lifting of US tariffs and the economic recovery after the pandemic...

'Were injuries caused by scissors or corkscrew?'

After a fight broke out on September 30 last year in the kitchen of a Monaco restaurant in the Condamine the chef ended up with injuries to his back...

Chance to offload unwanted items of all types

On Friday February 25 and Saturday February 26, from 10:00 until 20:00 each day, residents will be able to bring their rubbish and unwanted items to the Port Hercule esplanade...

MyCrown Collection raises 3,000 euros for Foundation

Just three months ago (November 2021) the “MyCrown Collection” yachting etiquette line of luxury products announced collaboration with the Prince Albert II Foundation...

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TUESDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2022

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French Senators call for lifting of Vaccine Pass

Twenty French Senators, all from the Les Republicains party of former PM Nicolas Sarkozy, have published an open letter in the pages of Le Figaro calling for an immediate lifting...

Alick and Albert wins Special Jury Prize

Presented in competition at the 19th International Festival of Oceanic Documentary Films (FIFO) which took place in Papeete, French Polynesia, from February 5 to 13, 2022, the documentary Alick and Albert won a special jury prize...

Lewis Hamilton WILL race in 2022

After much social media-fuelled speculation regarding the return of Lewis Hamilton to Formula 1 racing over the last two months, the seven-time world champion’s return has officially been announced...

Monaco's infection rate falls

Monaco’s coronavirus incidence rate, based on rolling seven-day cases per 100,000, fell to 655 on Sunday, February 13, from 1,205 one week earlier...

DULY NOTED: The Monaco Economic Board last week conducted a two-day visit to London to strengthen links with the UK’s business and financial centre.

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Good news as just one person tests positive

Just one person tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Sunday, while 32 were declared fully-recovered...

Lockdown stress a factor in conjugal dispute

A Monegasque who had worked as a bartender suffered a lot of stress during the dark days of total lockdown, Monaco Criminal Court was told last week...

Back to normal at Monaco Run

Monaco Run celebrated its twelfth anniversary in optimal weather conditions on Sunday, February 13...

AS Monaco goalless against FC Lorient

The Monegasques hosted FC Lorient in the Stade Louis II on Sunday, February 13 but were unable to muster a crucial three points from this Ligue 1 encounter...

LATE NEWS: Ukraine's leader invites Biden to visit

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy invited US President Joe Biden to visit Ukraine soon when they spoke by phone on Sunday, Zelenskiy’s office said...

DULY NOTED: Happy Valentines Day from all of us at NEWS sarl.

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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2022

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National Council calls for faster relaxation of pandemic rules

Monaco’s elected body has written to the Government calling for an urgent meeting of the joint Coronavirus Monitoring Committee...

Monaco Telecom alerts visitors to USA

Monaco Telecom has asked NEWS.MC to publish important information for visitors to the US...

Coronavirus update: Key indicators show marked improvement

Only 34 Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, February 10, while 30 were declared fully-recovered...

Monte-Carlo Masters to take place normally after two lost years

The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters will go ahead this year from April 9 to 17, Zeljko Franulovic, Tournament Director, said on Thursday, February 10...

Brundle brands Abu Dhabi race control 'fiasco' hugely unacceptable

Former Formula 1 driver and current commentator of the sport, Martin Brundle has commented on the ever-evolving situation surrounding F1 race director Michael Masi and the dodgy decision...

DULY NOTED: Monaco’s Olympic athletes have said they are very happy with the facilities provided for them at the Winter Games in Yanqing, China. A number of athletes from other nations have complained in recent days about poor food and strict isolation.

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THURSDAY FEBRUARY 10, 2022

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French government may banish Vaccine Pass within weeks

The French government spokesman said on Wednesday, February 9, that the widely-hated Vaccine Pass may be lifted within weeks...

UK's Boris holds out hope of end to all restrictions

Embattled Boris Johnson told the House of Commons on Wednesday that if present trends continue all coronavirus restrictions will be scrapped in England...

Irish eyes are smiling as Trinity opens - partially

The long-awaited reopening of Monaco’s Irish pub took place on Wednesday, February 9, albeit in a very different configuration than the much-loved McCarthys...

Chanel chooses Monte-Carlo for live fashion show

The French fashion house has announced that it will launch its 2022/2023 Cruise Collection in Monte-Carlo, on Thursday, May 5...

Monaco tightens drone regulations

Three years ago Monaco’s Civil Aviation Department, supported by the companies Air Space Drone, provider of the FlySafe digital platform, and MC-Clic, the Monegasque drone company...

Monaco coronavirus update: One more elderly death

On Wednesday evening, February 9, the Monaco health authorities reported the death of one more Monaco resident, aged 92...

DULY NOTED: An appeal court in Genoa has cleared former F1 figure Flavio Briatore of tax evasion, putting an end to a long legal battle and quashing a jail sentence. Briatore, known for his Cipriani retaurant chain, among other ventures, said: "Today, after 12 years and six trials, my innocence has finally been recognised. A real ordeal has happily ended."

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France to drop travel test requirement

Europe minister Clément Beaune told the France 2 television channel on Tuesday that negative test requirements for vaccinated travellers from outside the EU will soon be dropped...

Superyacht Academy starts soon at YCM

The prestigious La Belle Classe Academy at the Yacht Club de Monaco is preparing to host the world’s first Superyacht Industry Academy...

Two men sentenced for cocaine possession

When two men decided to do a deal in the early hours of the morning they drove to Nice to make the purchase, and then drove back to Monaco at 04:00...

AS Monaco advance to semi-finals of French Cup

Having just beaten Lyon 2-0 in a Ligue 1 fixture at the Stade Louis II days before, Monaco were back in action. This time, the Monegasques...

DULY NOTED: One of Putin''s four superyachts, Graceful, has left the Blohm & Voss repair yard in Hamburg and is heading for Kaliningrad, the Times reports.

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TUESDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2022

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Red carpet for Prince Albert in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Prince Albert II of Monaco on Sunday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Chinese state-owned news media reported...

Coronavirus incidence rate falls sharply

Monaco recorded 38 new coronavirus cases on Monday, February 7, while 88 residents were declared fully-recovered...

Europe to launch multi-billion euro tech fund

A new publicly funded multi-billion euro fund is being created to boost investment in Europe’s tech sector, to allow it to compete with U.S. and Asian rivals...

In a hole, Credit Suisse keeps digging

According to the Financial Times newspaper, Credit Suisse has adopted an unusual strategy to secure loans to UHNW individuals and oligarchs...

DULY NOTED: As in France, in light of the coronavirus pandemic the baccalaureate examinations in Monaco's schools are to be delayed for two months, and will now take place in May rather than March.

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MONDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2022

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Sunday coronavirus update: Good news as just 9 new cases reported

Nine residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, February 6, while 29 were reported to have recovered fully...

Orlowski announces record price for Monaco property

Nicolas Orlowski, the president of John Taylor real estate brokerage, has announced the sale of a property in Monaco for a record price...

Monaco signs Dubai health accords

Minister of Health and Social Services Didier Gamerdinger signed an agreement with the Dubai Health Authority during his official visit to the Monegasque Pavilion at the Universal Exhibition in Dubai...

Ukraine foreign minister urges people to ignore 'apocalyptic predictions'

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Sunday urged people to ignore “apocalyptic predictions” about an imminent Russian invasion, saying his country was strong...

Lewis Hamilton breaks social media silence

Lewis Hamilton has broken his near two month social media silence by sharing a snap of himself looking very smiley at the Grand Canyon...

AS Monaco thrill home crowd with 2-0 win over Lyon

AS Monaco delighted their fans on the evening of Saturday, February 5, as they put on a show against Lyon under the lights of the Stade Louis II...

DULY NOTED: Monaco Cigar Club Smoke, this Wednesday, February 9. Everyone welcome - for venue and time, please email martina@news.mc

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France tightens entry rules for some travellers

All across Europe coronavirus restrictions are falling away and cross-border travel has become much simpler. However, late on Wednesday...

Two drink riding cases come to court

A 27-year-old bartender was caught red handed behind the handlebars of his two-wheeler while drunk driving, Monaco’s Criminal Court was told...

Watch out for new ASM partnership

AS Monaco has announced a partnership with Purnell, which will become the Club’s official watchmaker until 2025...

Ferrari Enzo destroyed in Netherlands

Proper car enthusiasts or ‘petrolheads’ hate seeing any automobile smashed to bits on a roadside, but the aftermath of this incident, involving an unsuspecting mechanic and a very rare Ferrari is truly tough to see...

Monaco stamp celebrates 25 years of Frankie

Established in 1997, the Monegasque charity Les Enfants de Frankie works to help sick, disabled and vulnerable children in Monaco and throughout the Provence-Alpes-Côtes d’Azur region, stamp specialist WOPA reports...

Monaco coronavirus update: 55 new cases on Thursday

The French authorities are lifting many coronavirus restrictions in two stages, on February 2 and February 16...

DULY NOTED: Registration for the annual Pink Ribbon fund-raising event on February 13 is now open. https://www.pinkribbon.mc/

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THURSDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2022

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France's coronavirus pass to stay until ICUs empty

France’s vaccine pass will remain in place until hospitals are able to function normally without cancelling non-emergency procedures to make room...

New initiatives on fighting financial crime

Monaco is strengthening its legislative arsenal in terms of combating financial crime after the National Council approved two bills submitted by the Government...

Prince Albert in China for Winter Games opening

HSH Prince Albert arrived in Beijing on Wednesday to attend Friday’s opening ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics...

Monaco's Eneti halts US talks to focus on existing deals

Eneti Inc. has announced that it has discontinued discussions with a shipyard in the United States to build a Jones Act-compliant Wind Turbine Installation Vessel...

Open call for local artists to show their talents

The Department of Cultural Affairs is organizing on July 2 and 3, 2022, at Espace Léo Ferré, an exhibition of visual artists, Monegasques or residents...

Monaco coronavirus update: Slight easing in numbers

Monaco’s health authorities reported on Wednesday evening that 84 residents tested positive for coronavirus during the day...

DULY LOCAL: NEWS sarl, the publisher of Monaco Daily News and Good Morning Monaco, is a Monaco-registered company. Other English-language publications 'in' the Principality that publish news on a daily basis are foreign-owned and registered outside the Principality.

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Spotlight rests on local oligarchs close to Putin

As Europe faces an armed confrontation between Russia and western democracies, life for Putin associates along the Riviera continues very much as normal...

UK losing out to Monaco, Switzerland, in crypto

Philip Hammond, the former UK finance minister and now, as Lord Hammond, a senior adviser to Copper...

Monaco update: 48th coronavirus-related death

The Principality’s health authorities announced the death on Tuesday, February 1, of a 92 year-old Monaco resident who had tested positive for coronavirus...

France: No more masks outdoors from February 2

The French authorities are lifting many coronavirus restrictions in two stages, on February 2 and February 16...

DULY NOTED: Autoroute tolls have been increased from February 1. However, there has been no change in charges for short journeys - less than 30 kilometres, according to both Escota and Vinci.

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TUESDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2022

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Coronavirus update: Fewer cases, infections

Most coronavirus indicators showed an improvement on the last day of January, although hospital numbers remain high...

Hospitals chief sparks vaccination debate

The head of the Paris hospitals system has set off a fierce debate by questioning whether people who refuse to be vaccinated against COVID-19 should continue to have their treatment covered by public health insurance...

Franco-Monegasque day care centre nears completion

Céline Caron-Dagioni... on Monday visited the construction site of the future Franco-Monegasque day care centre for child psychiatry...

Monaco supports Council of Europe initiatives

The Principality of Monaco has signed an Agreement which covers the years 2022-2023 and foresees a voluntary contribution of €240,000 to support a number of Council of Europe initiatives...

DULY NOTED: NEWS sarl, the publisher of Monaco Daily News and Good Morning Monaco, is a Monaco-registered company. Other English-language publications 'in' the Principality that publish news on a daily basis are foreign-owned.

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MONDAY JANUARY 31 2022

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WFH extended for five more weeks

Monaco’s Government announced at the weekend that working from home restrictions will be extended until March 5..

Dubai strengthens bilateral relations with Monaco

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Monaco Economic Board...

Coronavirus update, January 30: One more elderly death

A 90 year-old Monaco resident has died after testing positive for coronavirus. It is not known if that person had been vaccinated...

Charity dinner for rights of the child

As part of an educational project, students from the hotel sectors of the Lycée Technique et Hôtelier de Monaco are hosting a charity dinner...

Monaco-Morocco play-offs come back to MCCC

The Monegasque Tennis Federation has announced that the Davis Cup by Rakuten – World Group II Play-offs MONACO / MOROCCO match will take place at the Monte-Carlo Country Club...

DULY NOTED: The Monaco Cigar Club has restarted informal 'Smokes.' If you enjoy a good cigar in relaxed company, please join us on Wednesday, February 9 at 20:00. Venue to be confirmed. Express interest at martina@news.mc, and we will add you to our mailing

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FRIDAY JANUARY 28, 2022

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Festival of Sainte Devote, without Princess

The annual celebration of Monaco’s patron saint, Sainte Devote, went ahead with the ceremonial burning of the boat on Wednesday evening but without HSH Princess Charlene...

HSH Prince Albert unveils emblematic portrait

As one in a series of important events to mark the centenary of the death of Prince Albert 1, HSH Prince Albert II on Tuesday unveiled a portrait of his famous forebear in the library of the National Council...

New record number of coronavirus cases

Monaco’s health authorities reported 156 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday, January 27, based on positive tests...

Ten things you (maybe) didn't know about 2021 record-breaking market

The Monaco Statistics office (IMSEE) has just released its annual report on the Monaco Real Estate market 2021, Icon Property reports...

The future is here, again, as Aircar gains certificate

The Aeromobil flying car featured in the 2017 edition of Top Marques Monaco, and after garnering much excitement, faded into obscurity as a ‘new-fangled’ concept...

Relive the excitement of the Monte-Carlo Rally

The 90th edition of the Monte-Carlo Rally was one for the ages, as the battle of the Sebs ensued while a new era of hybrid rallying dawned...

AS Monaco loan Pietro Pellegri to Torino

Serie A side Torino FC have signed AS Monaco striker Pietro Pellegri on a loan deal, with an option to buy, after an unsuccessful spell at AC Milan...

DULY NOTED: The total number of deaths in France attributed to coronavirus exceeded 130,000 on Thursday, January 27. More than 400,000 new cases were reported in 24 hours. Sweden and England joined Denmark in removing all or almost all pandemic restrictions.

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Jail sentence for multiple drunk driver

A motorcyclist who fell asleep while driving home at three in the morning appeared in court on the following day and was sent to jail...

Hellenic community celebrates 70 years

On the occasion of the traditional Vassilopita (New Year’s blessing ceremony), the Hellenic Community of Monaco held its annual event...

Coronavirus update: 99 new cases in Monaco

Ninety-nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, January 25. A total of 106 residents were declared fully-recovered...

Leclerc, Deschamps among stars in fantastic Fight Aids Cup

The 2022 Fight AIDS Cup did not disappoint, as stars and icons from throughout the sporting world came together for a memorable charity football fixture...

DULY NOTED: Tomorrow, Thursday January 27, is a national holiday in the Principality as Monaco celebrates its patron saint, Saint Devote. Good Morning Monaco will not be published, but the Monaco Daily News website will be updated during the day.

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Police service marks another immensely successful 12 months

Once a year the Sûreté Publique, Monaco’s police service, meets the press to give an account of its work during the previous 12 months...

UK axes post-arrival coronavirus tests

From February 11, most travellers to the UK will no longer have to take coronavirus tests after arriving in the country...

CMB Monaco renews long-term partnership with Grimaldi Forum

CEO of CMB Monaco, Francesco Grosoli, and Etienne Franzi, President of CMB Monaco, on Monday renewed with enthusiasm the bank’s long-term partnership with Grimaldi Forum...

Coronavirus update: One more coronavirus death

One more person in Monaco has died, aged 75, after testing positive for coronavirus. It is not known if this person had underlying health issues or had been vaccinated...

DULY NOTED: HSH Princess Charlene celebrates her 44th birthday today, January 25. We wish her many happy returns.

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Coronavirus: Jump in Monaco hospital admissions

A total of 132 Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, January 23, while 157 were declared to be fully-recovered. On Saturday 147 residents tested positive and on Friday 144...

Metaverse World comes to Monaco and around the globe

The Metaverse and Entertainment Industry’s not-to-be-missed event premieres on May 23 – 24, 2022 live in Monaco and virtually in the Metaverse, MCity, for an immersive experience, the organisers have said...

Blvd. du Larvotto to soon return to original layout

As work on the Testimonio II site continues to progress at a steady pace, Groupe Marzocco and VINCI Immobilier, partners in SAM Testimonio II, will soon restore blvd. du Larvotto to full traffic...

Loeb reclaims lead to win epic Monte-Carlo Rally

The 90th Monte-Carlo Rally was one for the ages, as Sebastien Loeb and Sebastien Ogier battled it out on the treacherously icy roads above the Principality, before the rally concluded in Monaco on Sunday, January 23...

AS Monaco lose to Montpellier in final moment

Supporters of AS Monaco endured a rollercoaster of a match as the Monegasques faced off against Montpellier away in a regular league fixture on Sunday, January 23...

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France to lift some restrictions from February

In a televised press conference on the evening of Thursday, January 20, Prime Minister Jean Castex announced the lifting of a number of pandemic restrictions...

National Council President praises business support

In his annual address to members of Monaco’s press on Thursday, January 20, National Council President Stéphane Valeri said that the Principality is blessed with such a diverse collection of media outlets...

Astonishing results for Artcurial's Winter Sales

The Artcurial auction house exceeded all expectations at its Winter Sales in Monte-Carlo...

Prince Albert announces Monaco's flagbearer

With the Beijing Winter Olympics just around the corner, HSH Prince Albert attended a ceremony at the Monaco Yacht Club on Tuesday, January 18, to announce the Principality’s flagbearer..

Coronavirus update: Monaco reports 119 new cases

Monaco recorded 119 positive tests for coronavirus among residents on Thursday, January 20...

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Coronavirus update: 106 new cases in MC, 465k in France

One hundred and six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, January 18, while 110 were declared fully-recovered...

Big increase in outboard motor thefts

The French authorities have noted that 350 thefts of outboard engines were committed in France last year, a 20 percent increase on the 290 reported in 2020...

Cognac sales jump 31%

Cognac sales surged by a nearly a third last year as American and Chinese drinkers guzzled old vintages, in the latest sign premium drinks makers are putting the pandemic behind them...

Rally returns to earlier more public format

Despite coronavirus, the 90th Monte-Carlo Rally starts on Thursday, from Monaco...

Monaco reject 40 million euro offer

As reported by NEWS.MC in the previous week, English Premier League side Newcastle United have carried out talks with AS Monaco over the signing of star defender Benoit Badiashile...

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Coronavirus update: 106 new cases in MC, 465k in France

One hundred and six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, January 18, while 110 were declared fully-recovered...

Big increase in outboard motor thefts

The French authorities have noted that 350 thefts of outboard engines were committed in France last year, a 20 percent increase on the 290 reported in 2020...

Cognac sales jump 31%

Cognac sales surged by a nearly a third last year as American and Chinese drinkers guzzled old vintages, in the latest sign premium drinks makers are putting the pandemic behind them...

Rally returns to earlier more public format

Despite coronavirus, the 90th Monte-Carlo Rally starts on Thursday, from Monaco...

Monaco reject 40 million euro offer

As reported by NEWS.MC in the previous week, English Premier League side Newcastle United have carried out talks with AS Monaco over the signing of star defender Benoit Badiashile...

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TUESDAY JANUARY 18, 2022

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Victoria continues reign in Monaco

According to the Monaco Town Hall, Victoria enjoyed a second year as the favourite name for baby girls in 2021, followed by Louise, Léna, Léa and Anna...

French teachers strike to be repeated this week

French teachers’ unions have called for another strike on Thursday, January 20, in protest at what they claim is coronavirus chaos in the schools...

Monaco's bitter oranges put to good use

“This year’s harvest is happening quite early. It has been a mild and relatively dry winter and the fruit has matured quicker than normal,” says Philip Culazzo...

Coronavirus infection rate stabilises in Monaco

The Government reported 81 new coronavirus cases on Monday, January 17, while 60 residents were reported to have recovered fully...

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MONDAY JANUARY 17, 2022

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Prominent Monaco businessman jailed in US

A well-known Monaco resident, who is also an American citizen, has been jailed for not declaring income earned outside the United States...

Younger unvaccinated coronavirus patients in hospital

The director of Monaco’s Princess Grace Hospital has indicated an alarming trend in the department dealing with coronavirus patients, the admission of younger patients...

France's National Assembly approves vaccine pass - but delayed enforcement

At a special Sunday sitting on January 16, the National Assembly voted in favour of the government’s proposed vaccination pass to replace the Health Pass...

Monaco records 146 new coronavirus cases

One of the highest daily figures for new coronavirus cases in the Principality was recorded on Sunday, January 16, with 146 positive tests...

Ben Yedder fires ASM to 4-0 win over Clermont Foot

AS Monaco enjoyed a huge 4-0 win over Clermont Foot in front of home fans at the Stade Louis II on Sunday, January 16...

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FRIDAY JANUARY 14, 2022

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Jardin Exotique stays closed for lack of funds

One of Monaco’s top attractions for residents and visitors alike, the Jardin Exotique, will stay closed this year due to a lack of funding for ongoing renovation work...

Monte-Carlo Rally dawns in exciting 90th edition

As the new year is upon us, so is the Monte-Carlo Rally. This time though, the rally will begin in the Principality, as opposed to starting in the usual host city of Gap...

Student artists on show at Entrepôt

Students of Monaco’s art school, Pavillon Bosio, are currently showcased at the Entrepôt Gallery on rue Millo in Condamine...

Monaco coronavirus update

Ninety-six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, January 13. The number of full recoveries was 79...

PACA passes 10,000 deaths

The southern Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region has passed the 10,000 death threshold of coronavirus deaths since the start of the pandemic almost two years ago...

DULY NOTED: The relaxation of entry rules for UK passport holders travelling to France came into effect at 04:00 today, Friday, January 14. Tourists and other non-essential visitors will be admitted, subject to vaccination status and a negative coronavirus test result for all arrivals (less than 24 hours old).

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Five-star hotel coming to Monaco's doorstep

Plans are well-advanced for the proposed Kempinski Hotel above Plage Marquet in Cap d’Ail...

Maserati set to return to motorsport in 2023

Maserati is set to make a return to motorsport, more specifically the electrified kind, with an entry into the 2023 FIA Formula E World Championship...

France to lift bar on UK arrivals

French government spokesman Gabriel Attal said on Wednesday, January 12, that France will lift the blanket ban on non-essential travel from the UK...

Coronavirus: Don't come to hospital, says Govenment

Residents who experience symptoms associated with coronavirus should stay away from hospital, the Government said...

Monaco records 101 new coronavirus cases

The total number of new coronavirus cases reported in Monaco on Wednesday, January 12, was 101, with 126 recoveries, the Government said...

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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 12, 2022

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WHO drops pandemic bombshell

A leading World Health Organisation official said on Tuesday, January 11, that on present trends more than half of European residents will have been infected by the Omicron variant of coronavirus within two months...

Two more coronavirus deaths in Monaco

Two residents, 91 and 100, have succumbed to coronavirus, the Government announced on the evening of Tuesday, January 11. It is believed to be the case – but not yet confirmed...

R-R joins Bentley in enjoying record sales

Rolls-Royce enjoyed a record number of sales in 2021, up by a staggering 49 percent from the previous year, despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic...

Orange trees trimmed, free fruit for residents

The annual trimming has started of the fruit trees along many of Monaco’s avenues that bear bitter orange fruit...

Vaccination begins of 5-11 year-old children

The Prince’s Government announced on Tuesday, January 11 that five to 11 year-old children who live with immunocompromised people, or are at risk themselves are now able to get vaccinated...

DULY NOTED: A nationwide strike by teachers on Thursday, January 13, will see half of France's ementary schools closed, one of the biggest teachers' unions has claimed.

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TUESDAY JANUARY 11, 2022

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Princess Grace Hospital "under pressure"

Didier Gamerdinger, Monaco’s Minister of Health, has said that Princess Grace Hospital is under pressure during this stage of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic...

Infection rate jumps sharply, other indicators fall

Monaco registered 80 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, January 10, the lowest figure for several days. The total number of full recoveries stood at 122...

Barclays celebrates 100 years in Monaco

Barclays Private Bank is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of opening in Monaco, which marks a century of providing...

Not to be missed photo expo

A photographic exhibition that should not be missed, and can’t be, for visitors to the Rock via the Parking des Pêcheurs has been organised by the communications department in the Galerie des Pêcheurs...

Fight Aids Cup returns in blockbuster second edition

The Fight Aids Cup is set to return in a special second edition, following the success of its debut fixture in 2020...

Newcastle United in talks to sign star Monaco defender

Recently taken-over English Premier League side Newcastle United have held talks with AS Monaco over the signing of the Principality side’s star defender Benoit Badiashile...

DULY NOTED: France's President Macron, who was in Nice this morning on an official visit, promised that the number of police officers on the streets will be doubled by 2030. The presidential election takes place in three months.

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MONDAY JANUARY 10, 2022

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Café de Paris finds temporary home across Casino Square

Fans of the Café de Paris will be pleased to know that during the 12 months of renovations planned for the premises the Café will move across the Square to the Salle Empire.

Weekend total of 414 new coronavirus cases

The Government announced 152 new positive test results on Sunday, January 9, following 135 on Saturday and 127 on Friday.

All latest coronavirus victim were unvaccinated

Monaco’s Minister of Health has confirmed that most of the CHPG’s coronavirus patients are not vaccinated and all recent deaths were among the unjabbed.

AS Monaco goalless in Nantes

AS Monaco faced off against Nantes away for their first Ligue 1 fixture in 2022, on Sunday, January 9. The Monegasques emerged from the match...

DULY NOTED: A leading French doctor who has his own TV slot - Dr Gérald Kierzek - has called for an end to testing for coronavirus, since it’s no longer necessary as Omicron is less serious than previous variants. He also believes that widespread testing causes panic.

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Friday January 7, 2022

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France forecasts supersonic rise in coronavirus cases

A “supersonic” rise in French COVID-19 cases will continue in the coming days, an official said on Wednesday as the government decreed a health state of emergency in...

UK cancels pre-departure tests

As was widely expected, pre-departure tests for the fully-vaccinated flying to the UK have been cancelled, starting from 04:00 on Friday morning.

Sadly, one more coronavirus death on Thursday

A 94 year-old Monaco resident succumbed to coronavirus on Thursday, January 6, taking the total to 42 deaths since the start of the pandemic.

Micro-plastics filter installed in Fontvieille

The Urban Planning Department (DAU) has equipped a storm spillway in the Port of Fontvieille with a macro and micro-waste retention net.

Bentley records all-time highest annual sales

Bentley Motors continue to smash their own records, as the Crewe-based car manufacturer announced a total number of 14,659 sales worldwide in 2021.

DULY NOTED: The Saturday edition of Good Morning Monaco returns tomorrow, January 8. Look out for My Monaco Questionnaire and other regular features, including Monte-Carlo Diary by Jeff Daniels.

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THURSDAY JANUARY 6, 2022

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Third coronavirus death this year in Monaco

Monaco’s health authorities announced the death of one more resident, aged 78, from coronavirus on Wednesday, January 5.

Monaco school students' test results encouraging

The mass testing of Monaco’s students on their return to school on Monday has yielded important and reassuring data.

Macron uses bad language in threat to unjabbed

President Macron made his views on vaccine refuseniks quite clear on Tuesday in an interview with le Parisien newspaper.

CFM celebrates 100th anniversary with Ballets de Monte Carlo

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management celebrated its 100th birthday in splendid style at a special performance by Les Ballets de Monte Carlo on Wednesday, January 5.

Sagan tests positive again; Djokovic sent back from Australia

Monaco resident and three-time cycling world champion Peter Sagan has tested positive for coronavirus ahead of his 2022 season debut.

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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 5, 2022

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Yet one more coronavirus death in Monaco

A Monaco resident, aged 86, has died from coronavirus, the Government said on Tuesday, January 4, taking the total since the start of the pandemic to 40.

"We'll ride this out," says Boris - France faces 272,000 new cases

Despite the number of new coronavirus infections reaching an all-time, the British leader told the nation on Tuesday that there is “no need to shut down our country again.”

Relaxation of some travel regulations expected

As all of Europe now registers very high rates of coronavirus infection, primarily from the more transmissible Omicron variant, a number of restrictions on international travel are expected to be relaxed within days.

France opens terrorism probe over rally team blast

French prosecutors said on Tuesday they had opened a terrorism investigation into an explosion that went off under a French vehicle involved in the Paris-Dakar rally in Saudi Arabia.

AAmA exhibition brings a Chinese whisper to Monaco

My Art Goes Boom invited Luo Qi and Philippe Chitarrini to present their vast artistic project AAmA – Asian, American and Mediterranean Art – at the L’Entrepôt gallery, 22 rue Milo in Monaco, from December 30, 2021 to January 6, 2022.

DULY NOTED: Menton's Fête du Citron will go ahead next month, February 12-27, after being cancelled last year and seriously curtailed two years ago. However, a number of the usual attractions will not be staged, in order to avoid concentrations of spectators, the organisers said.

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TUESDAY JANUARY 4, 2022

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France shocked by three killings of women on January 1

Three women were killed by their partners or former partners on the first day of 2022...

Monaco's infection rate surpasses 1,200

The Government reported on Monday, January 3, that Monaco’s benchmark infection rate per 100,000 measured over a seven-day period has risen to 1,270, as of Sunday, January 2.

Paramedic jailed for taking financial advantage

An ambulance man took advantage of a frail 90 year-old woman to extract large sums of money from her, Monaco Criminal Court decided.

AS Monaco announce Philippe Clement as new head coach

Having bid farewell to Niko Kovac, AS Monaco’s managerial board have welcomed a new head coach to the helm of the Principality club.

DULY NOTED: The UK reported 157,758 new coronavirus cases and 42 new deaths on Monday, January 3, while in France the figures were

67,461 new cases and 270 new deaths. SOURCES: UK Government, Public Health France.

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MONDAY JANUARY 3, 2022

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Sovereign calls for responsibility in face of epidemic

In an address to Monegasques, residents and friends of the Principality, HSH Prince Albert took the opportunity of his annual New Year’s Eve address to call on everyone to accept responsibility for their actions in the coming year.

One resident death on January 1, 43 new cases on Sunday

Forty-three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, January 2, the same number as on Saturday...

Midnight fire in Monaco Ville sends two to hospital

Just a few minutes after midnight on Saturday, January 1, a fire broke out on the terrace of the Villa Nenette in Monaco Ville. The flames were largely extinguished...

Muted welcome for 2022 in Monaco

There was very little festive spirit to be seen on the streets of the Principality as locals and visitors saw in the new year at midnight on Saturday.

Monaco make it into next round of Coupe de France

AS Monaco were able to proceed to the next round of the Coupe de France after a big 1-3 victory over Ligue 2 side Quevilly-Rouen away, on Sunday, January 2.

DULY NOTED: France's Interior Ministry has said that a massive deployment of police officers has succeeded in reducing the number of vehicles set ablaze across the country on New Year's Eve. This year 'only' 874 vehicles were set alight compared to 1,316 in 2019 in what has become a tradition among disenchanted youths in urban areas. Strasbourg was a particular hotspot.

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 31, 2021

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New record for daily cases in Monaco

Monaco reported 96 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, December 29, 16 more than the previous record...

Minister of State tests positive for coronavirus

The head of the Prince’s Government, Pierre Dartout, has tested positive for coronavirus on his return from eight days of holiday in the Alps...

Concierge gets prison term for abuse of duty

A concierge of 12 years in a prestigious Monaco residence has been jailed for six months following evidence of misuse of an apartment during the owner’s absence...

Monaco's Black Jack survives to win Sydney-Hobart race

Monaco-registered 100-foot supermaxi Black Jack overcame rough seas to claim line honours in the slowest Sydney to Hobart victory since 2004.

DULY NOTED: Good Morning Monaco will not be published this Saturday, January 1. However, the website NEWS.MC will be updated over the weekend and we will bring you breaking news whenever it happens in our NEWS ALERTS.

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THURSDAY DECEMBER 30, 2021

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New record for daily cases in Monaco

Monaco reported 96 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, December 29, 16 more than the previous record...

Minister of State tests positive for coronavirus

The head of the Prince’s Government, Pierre Dartout, has tested positive for coronavirus on his return from eight days of holiday in the Alps...

Concierge gets prison term for abuse of duty

A concierge of 12 years in a prestigious Monaco residence has been jailed for six months following evidence of misuse of an apartment during the owner’s absence...

Monaco's Black Jack survives to win Sydney-Hobart race

Monaco-registered 100-foot supermaxi Black Jack overcame rough seas to claim line honours in the slowest Sydney to Hobart victory since 2004.

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WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 29, 2021

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Eighty new cases in Monaco - again

Eighty residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, December 28, equalling the record set last Friday, Christmas Day.

France shocked by latest pandemic stats

France reported 179,807 new confirmed coronavirus cases in a 24-hour period on Tuesday, December 28, by far the highest number since the start of the pandemic.

Monaco's Eneti makes new seajack purchase

Monaco’s Eneti has announced that its subsidiary Seajacks has signed a contract with Dutch marine contractor Van Oord for wind turbine installation vessel Seajacks Scylla...

ASM beat AC Milan and Brentford in bidding race for Brazilian

AS Monaco have reportedly beat Italian giants AC Milan and Premier League newcomers Brentford in a bidding race for Brazilian side Grêmio’s Vanderson.

Self tests at school from January 3

Pupils in Monaco will find a self-test coronavirus kit on their desk on their first day back at school. The screening system will be voluntary...

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New Year celebrations allowed - within limits

The health situation in Monaco is deteriorating, as witnessed by the number of positive tests for coronavirus and the increasing number of coronavirus patients at Princess Grace Hospital, the Government said on Monday afternoon...

Helmets soon required on electric scooters

The Monaco Government announced on Monday, December 27, that all riders of electric scooters will be required to wear safety helmets from January 24.

Ecclestone shares doubts over Hamilton's F1 future

Former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has become the latest in a long list of F1 figures to make a comment on Lewis Hamilton’s future at the pinnacle of motorsport.

Forty-three positive tests in Monaco on Monday

Forty-three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday December 27, while 39 were declared fully-recovered...

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MONDAY, December 27, 2021

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Much lower daily case numbers on Sunday

Sixteen residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, December 26, while 75 were reported to have recovered fully.

Detailed figures show slow vaccine take-up among young

The Monaco Government reported last week that two-thirds of the population over the age of 12 have been given at least two doses of coronavirus vaccine.

Russian mercenaries arrive in Mali 'to help'

The Wagner mercenary group, which is aided and abetted by the Russian state, has already set up basic military infrastructure in the African state in which Monaco has helped...

Hermitage to welcome Artcurial in New Year

Artcurial takes up its winter quarters on the Riviera, at the Hôtel Hermitage, from January 15 to 19, for a series of sales of jewellery, timepieces and collector handbags.

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Friday, December 24, 2021

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One more coronavirus death; record new infections

A Monaco resident, 77, has died of coronavirus, the Monaco Government announced on Thursday evening, taking the total since the start of the pandemic to 38.

Prince Albert and children to visit Princess Charlene

Princess Charlene of Monaco will be visited by her two children and her husband, Prince Albert, during the Christmas holidays, the Prince’s Palace said in a statement on Thursday, as she remains convalescing in a secret location.

Hostess lands two month prison sentence for possession

A thirty-three year-old Spanish hostess has received a two month suspended prison sentence in the last hearing in the Palace of Justice in 2021.

Lebanon: Monaco Red Cross releases emergency aid

The humanitarian situation is still a concern in a large part of Lebanon. Following an appeal by the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) to support the population on site, the Monaco Red Cross is renewing its support.

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Thursday, December 23, 2021

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Vaccination starts for children aged 5-11

In view of the favourable opinion issued by the Monegasque National Vaccination Committee, children aged 5 to 11 at risk of severe forms of Covid-19 as well as those living in the entourage of an immunocompromised person can now be vaccinated...

Monaco reports 52 new coronavirus cases

Fifty-two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, December 22. The same number were declared fully-recovered.

German health experts urge more curbs

German health experts said on Wednesday that new coronavirus curbs probably did not go far enough to keep the Omicron variant in check, as the country’s health minister said he had not ruled out a full lockdown if cases spiked.

Gas prices rocket as perfect storm hits French power suppliies

UPDATED: A chill wind from Russia’s north has seen temperatures plummet over most of Europe. Normally temperate southern France has been caught in its grip and the cold snap is expected to continue...

Well-known French actress first guest at Cultural Rendez-vous

Earlier this month Hôtel Métropole hosted its first ever edition of Cultural Rendez-vous with Anne Parillaud, a French actress best known internationally for playing the title character in Luc Besson’s film La Femme Nikita.

DULY NOTED: Good Morning Monaco will not be published on Saturday, December 25.

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

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Daily case numbers close to record

The number of new coronavirus cases in Monaco, identified by tests, hit 62 on Tuesday, December 21, one short of the record daily new case number...

Alpes-Maritimes face rising infection rate

The neighbouring French Departement to Monaco has recorded the highest coronavirus infection rate since the start of the pandemic almost two years ago...

Minister of State thanks coronavirus teams in person

Minister of State Pierre Dartout paid a working visit on Monday to the various teams working at the Auditorium Rainier III on the ongoing health crisis...

Louboutin takes centre stage at Grimaldi Forum

The next big summer exhibition of the Grimaldi Forum will be dedicated to the work and imagination of Christian Louboutin, shoe designer and key figure in the fashion world...

Monaco's gifts delivered by Santa in person

As last year, Mr Laurent Anselmi, Minister of External Relations and Cooperation, has taken part, together with Mrs Alexandra Valleta-Ardisson, Deputy representing the Alpes-Maritimes, in “Christmas for children of the Roya.”

DULY NOTED: The Center for Disease Control in the US has added Monaco and seven others to its list of countries to which travel is ill-advised due to high coronavirus infection rates.

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Coronavirus incidence rate rockets to 813

Monaco’s benchmark infection rate per 100,000 population has jumped to 813.46 from 544.98 seven days earlier. The figures are a rolling average for seven days until Sunday, December 19.

Top doctor warns of difficult New Year

Dr Mathieu Liberatore, head of the medical committee at Princess Grace Hospital, has told local French-language daily Monaco Matin that the early weeks of next year could prove difficult for the hospital.

DataDestruction service launches in Monaco

The Monegasque Digital Security Agency (AMSN) has launched a local project to destroy digital media hardware.

New US ambassador confirmed

The US Senate on Saturday confirmed veteran diplomat Denise Campbell Bauer as the country’s next ambassador to France and Monaco.

Oceanographic comes up with fishy gift ideas

Christmas presents vary but this season the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco has made it possible to adopt your very own fish. Unlike traditional presents this one does not come with plastic or packaging.

DULY NOTED: The number of coronavirus patients in intensive care in France rose to 3,025 on Monday, December 20, the first time the 3,000 figure has been surpassed since the end of May this year.

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One more coronavirus death, 20 new cases

The Monegasque health authorities announced late on Sunday night that one resident has died from coronavirus.

Slow vaccination take-up in Monaco

The Principality has scored a major success in its ongoing vaccination program, with the vast majority of older residents having received at least two jabs. However...

HSH Prince Albert supports Anglican carol service

HSH Prince Albert attended the annual Saint Paul’s carol service on Sunday night, and as in previous years, read one of the lessons...

Despite challenges, Artcurial reports excellent year

The Artcurial auction house has reported sales totalling 169 million euros in 2021. Seven items sold for more than one million euros. Forty-nine auction records...

Ben Yedder celebrates 100th match at ASM

Having lost to Paris on the previous Sunday, AS Monaco return to Paris for another French fixture. This time though, the Monegasques faced off against Red Star FC...

DULY NOTED:The Netherlands went into lockdown on Sunday, until at least January 14. Schools have closed early for Christmas. In France, the annual fireworks in Paris have been cancelled, while the UK's health minister has refused to rule out much tighter restrictions before Christmas.

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'Don't come to France,' Paris tells Brits

From midnight (23:00 UK time) on Friday, December 17, UK passport holders will not be allowed to enter France for either tourist or professional reasons, the French authorities announced...

Sixty more residents test positive for coronavirus

Sixty Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, December 16, while 41 were declared fully-recovered. The high number of new cases on Thursday followed

Unions furious after Place du Casino ban

Leaders of a protest against the Health Pass for restaurant employees found their way blocked on Wednesday morning as they prepared to demonstrate in front of the Casino...

Tesla taxi driver charged with involuntary manslaughter

The shocking accident in Paris at the weekend that resulted in one death and 20 other cases of serious injuries was not the result of a technical fault in the Tesla involved, the US company claims.

DULY NOTED:Despite the fact that Italy introduced new requirements for entry on December 16, visitors from France and Monaco have reported that they have been able to cross freely. Although there are now mandatory tests in place for vaccinated as well as unvaccinated EU travellers, there is a 36-hour transit period in place that enables short visits.

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Sixty-three new coronavirus cases in one day

On the blackest day yet in terms of new cases since the start of the coronavirus pandemic almost two years ago, 63 Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, December 15...

Italy introduces tougher new entry rules

Travellers from France to Italy are subject to tighter entry rules as of Thursday, December 16...

Hamilton knighted in London ceremony

HRH Prince Charles wielded the ceremonial sword to knight F1 hero – and Monaco resident – Lewis Hamilton at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday, December 15.

Tourism Office in Middle East promotional push

Monaco’s Department of Tourism and Conventions has recently carried out a marketing operation to promote the Principality’s five-star hotels to Middle East markets that are seen as essential...

France and Germany seek fresh peace talks with Russia

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -The leaders of France and Germany sought on Wednesday to revive talks with Russia while keeping up pressure on Moscow to deter what the West says may be preparations for a new attack on Ukrainian territory.

DULY NOTED: France’s oldest man, Marcel Meys, has died aged 112, from coronavirus. He was born on July 12, 1909, in the Isère Departement, and had been living at home until he went to hospital for treatment on December 2. The former ambulance driver lost his wife in 1998.

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Forty-six more coronavirus cases in Monaco

Monaco reported 46 positive tests for coronavirus on Tuesday, December 14, the second-highest daily number on record. Twenty-two residents were declared fully-recovered.

France reports 63,406 new cases

PARIS (Reuters) -France on Tuesday reported 63,405 coronavirus infections, the second-highest number of new infections this year since April.

Wife of billionaire covid victim fight for pay-out

When Oleg Burlokov died from coronavirus in Monaco in June this year, aged 72, the terms of a pending divorce from his wife of 47 years, Ludmila, were far from settled...

Tesla taxis taken off streets in Paris after accident

A serious accident in Paris on Saturday evening when the driver of a Tesla taxi lost control due to a technical fault has resulted in all taxis belonging to the G7 company to be withdrawn from service. A total of 37 drivers are concerned...

Denmark and Norway in sudden moves to curb socialising

The Norwegian premier, Jonas Gahr Støre, said on Tuesday that from Wednesday, December 15, bars and restaurants can no longer serve alcohol and mask mandates have been extended.

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Coronavirus infection rate jumps by one-third

Monaco’s benchmark coronavirus infection rate jumped from 409.39 per 100,000 to 544.98 from Sunday December 5 until Sunday December 12...

Doctors call for unjabbed to 'assume their responsibilities'

A group of doctors in the Alpes-Maritimes has called on the public authorities to make vaccination compulsory in order to combat the coronavirus pandemic.

Germany takes bold gamble in support of Ukraine

The new German administration delivered a strong message to Moscow on Monday when Berlin blocked the inauguration of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.

Monaco's new TV channel joins TV5 family

The Principality of Monaco’s admission to the TV5 network was made official as Mr Laurent Anselmi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, last week signed the TV5 Charter, the founding treaty...

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Only one new coronavirus case on Sunday

Only one resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, December 12, while 26 were declared fully-recovered...

Divorced father handed jail sentence for non-payment

A former resident of Monaco, now living in Rome and not present at the hearing, was last week accused of non-payment of child support to his former wife, living with her nine year-old daughter in Denmark.

Messiah makes triumphant return to Saint Paul's

As with so many other cultural events in the Principality, the annual performance of Handel’s Messiah was cancelled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Max Verstappen becomes F1 world champion

At the end of a thoroughly gripping 2021 Formula 1 season, we arrived at our final destination, Abu Dhabi...

Mbappe brace sees PSG beat AS Monaco

AS Monaco faced off against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes, on Sunday, December 12...

DULY NOTED... A demonstration against the Health Pass and the wearing of masks by schoolchildren, held on Saturday on the forecourt of Stade Louis II, attracted fewer than 200 people.

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Government planning 'Blood Pass' - report

According to a lengthy report in local French daily Monaco Matin on Thursday, December 9, the Government is preparing the introduction of a new type of Health Pass...

Fugitive former Monaco consul pops up in Dubai

A Slovak businessman who served as Monaco’s honorary consul to Slovakia and who is now the subject of an international arrest warrant has surfaced in Dubai.

Twenty-seven new coronavirus cases

Twenty-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, December 9. Twenty residents were reported to have recovered fully.

Monaco schools embrace digital world

Monaco’s students are receiving an increasing amount of their education in digital forms, the Government said on Thursday in a three-page press release.

Monaco complete Europa Cup stages with draw

For the last fixture of this year’s Europa League Group Stages, AS Monaco faced off against Austrian side SK Sturm Graz away, at the Merkur Arena on Thursday, December 9.

CORRECTION... In yesterday's Good Morning Monaco we incorrectly reported that the Christmas Tree charity auction at the Hotel de Paris on Wednesday evening was in favour of Mission Enfance, The charity involved was ACTION INNOCENCE, which works to protect children from negative influences online. https://actioninnocencemonaco.com The article was corrected as soon as the error was brought to our attention and we apologise for the mistake.

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Another 24 hours of high case numbers

Wednesday, December 8, was another disappointing day for new coronavirus case numbers in the Principality, with 37 residents testing positive.

Neighbouring hospitals trigger 'white plan'

The Regional Health Agency of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region has triggered the so-called ‘white plan’ in the face of rising hospital admissions of coronavirus patients.

Elected representatives approve new waste plant

Just two months ago the elected National Council rejected a government proposal for a new waste treatment plant to replace the present one inaugurated in 1980.

Mission Enfance raises 140k for children's programs

Monaco’s very own charity, Mission Enfance, held its annual Christmas Tree auction at the Hotel de Paris on Wednesday evening, and raised more than 140,000 euros...

Hospitality union calls for demo

Monaco’s Hotels-Cafés-Restaurants union has called on hotel workers to demonstrate at noon on Tuesday, December 15, on Casino Square.

DULY NOTED: Having already closed discos until January 5, the French authorities have outlawed dancing in restaurants and bars over the festive season.

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Record jump in new coronavirus cases

A new record was set on Tuesday as 40 residents tested positive for coronavirus in a 24-hour period...

Americans warned off travel to France

US citizens have been advised not to travel to France and other popular European destinations because of high coronavirus case numbers.

Unequalled artefacts given to Oceanographic

An emblematic figure of polar exploration, Jean Malaurie, has given a very large part of his collections, archives and personal effects, illustrating 70 years of a life devoted to the peoples of the Arctic to the Oceanographic Institute.

Beausoleil man in court over fake documents

On June 24, a 29 year old Beausoleil resident was caught in possession of fake administrative documents and missed his hearing in Monaco’s criminal court.

Monaco, Russia, sign study agreement

Monaco’s ambassador to the Russian Federation, Mme Mireille Pettiti-Martini, participated in the signing ceremony of an agreement between the Principality and the Russian Federation.

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Monaco's coronavirus stats show improvement

While there is no doubt that the pandemic has not gone away and great vigilance is needed, a number of indicators published on Monday show a slightly improved scenario.

France puts trust in face masks

As the Omicron variant spreads its tentacles, and alarm, the French government has said that vaccination will no longer be enough to stop its spread.

Merged art companies have high hopes for Monaco

As Monaco becomes a leading centre for art and auctions, one strategic partnership is riding the wave successfully, Wannenes – Art Contact.

Solar panels blend in with neighbourhood

As part of Monaco’s energy transition program, the Maintenance Department of Public Buildings has installed photovoltaic panels on the roof of the FANB school on the Rock...

DULY NOTED: Mission Enfance, Monaco's charity focussed on disadvantaged children worldwide, will be holding its annual Christmas auction at the Hotel de Paris on Wednesday, staring at 18:00. Those wanting to attend will need to reserve - due to coronavirus restrictions - by calling +377 97 77 51 11.

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UK imposes new barrier to travel

All passengers arriving into the UK from 04:00 on Tuesday, December 7, will have had to take a PCR or antigen test showing a negative result within 48 hours prior to their departure, the UK authorities announced on Saturday.

Just six more coronavirus cases

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, December 5. Twenty were declared fully-recovered on Sunday. There were 29 new cases on Saturday and 35 recoveries.

Epic of ocean exploration leaves Monaco spellbound

The Oceanographic Museum was the venue on Friday for the pre-release screening of Abysses, a 90-minute documentary that tells the story of deep-sea diving and submarine exploration up until present times.

Kermesse raises funds after one-year break

The large scale ‘jumble sale’ went off without a hitch under the Chapiteau of Fontvielle on Saturday, December 4, raising money for local charities.

F1: After Jeddah, arch-rivals neck and neck

The Saudi Grand Prix on Sunday was a farce to some and an epic battle to others. Max Verstappen, who came off worse in several close encounters still managed second, but Hamilton’s comeback...

AS Monaco dominate Metz in big 4-0 victory

AS Monaco hosted Metz at the Stade Louis II on Sunday, December 5, and proceeded to dominate, as the Monegasques netted four goals in front of an ecstatic home crowd.

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SBM in good position for recovery - CEO

Jean-Luc Biamonti, CEO of Société des Bains de Mer, said this week that the iconic hotel and casino operator is well-positioned for recovery...

Prince and children at GOGO screening

As part of the celebration of the International Day of the Rights of the Child, the last film by director Pascal Plisson, GOGO, was screened in the Salle des Princes of the Grimaldi Forum on Monday, November 29...

Recoveries outstrip new coronavirus cases

The Government announced that thirty Monaco residents recovered from coronavirus on Thursday, December 2....

F1 rising star set to move to Monaco

Over the last three seasons in Formula 1 with McLaren, British driver Lando Norris has proven himself to be a fighting force on the track, and the 22 year-old now feels that it is time to relocate...

Monaco not in top ten of most expensive cities

The Principality is number-one worldwide in terms of real estate prices and the density of millionaires, but it is nowhere to be seen in the latest international ranking of the most expensive cities in which to live.

A Quick Look At: Waffles at the Metropole

The award-winning Metropole Hotel has recently launched its winter waffle bar that will be open until the end of January.

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Coronavirus: Omicron fears over-stated, say experts

Fears that the Omicron variant would sweep the world with an orgy of coronavirus deaths are being debunked by experts who say that the new strain is no more dangerous...

'Monaco should be the Singapore of Europe'

The Monaco Economic Board hosted a conference/workshop on digital transition in the real estate sector at Monaco Yacht Club on Wednesday evening, together with the Digital Transition office.

Thirty new cases, 25 recoveries

The Monaco health authorities reported 30 new cases of coronavirus on Wednesday, December 1. The figure was 29 on Tuesday.

Ocean preservation helped by yachting industry

More than €1 million has been raised by big names in the yachting industry for the Blue Marine Foundation...

Luxury celebrated and demystified

In his newly-published book Géopolitique du Luxe, Bruno Lavagna puts 40 issues and challenges of the luxury industry under the magnifying glass...

AS Monaco score three in Angers clash

AS Monaco travelled to the Stade Raymond-Kopa in western France to face off against Angers SCO on Wednesday, December 1 and returned to the Principality with an extra three points...

DULY NOTED: Les Petits Monaco will be hosting a 2-day pop-up shop at the Columbus Hotel on December 2 and 3 from 10:00 until 17:00 each day. Beauiful selection of wooden toys, baby products and party supplies. Homemade mince pies, Christmas tunes and lovely festive vibes on offer too. www.lespetits.fr

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Lagerfeld's fingerless gloves to go under hammer

Personal belongings of the late designer Karl Lagerfeld, including his trademark fingerless leather gloves and the cushions his cat Choupette sat on, are to go on sale in a series of auctions that begin in Monaco this week.

Monaco reports 29 new coronavirus cases

Twenty-nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, November 30. Twenty-five were declared fully-recovered.

Major success for Monaco author

Monaco resident Martin Stansfeld’s epic work focused on the strategic naval implication of choices made by the Japanese leadership during the Second World War has been published by the prestigious military publishing house Pen & Sword.

Digital security. agency renews trust in Gatewatcher

The Monegasque Digital Security Agency or L’Agence Monégasque de Sécurité Numérique (AMSN) has announced a new partnership with French software and cybersecurity company Gatewatcher.

Government consults unions, hospitality sector

The Prince’s Government continues to hold consultations with the various stakeholders in the Principality in order to establish a strategy to fight the pandemic...

DULY NOTED: Venturi and rider Max Biaggi have set a new world speed record for an electric motorcycle at the Kennedy Space Center of 455,737 kph, with a top speed of 470,257 kph.

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Good news and bad news on coronavirus in Monaco

Only ten new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Monday, while 37 residents were reported to have recovered fully from the virus...

School masks protesters hit back at "psychological pressure"

Organisers of a planned protest against children being made to wear masks at school have hit back at the Monaco Government after abandoning a planned public demonstration...

Josephine Baker makes historic entrance into Pantheon

France is inducting entertainer, World War II spy and civil rights activist Josephine Baker into the Pantheon, the final resting place of France’s most respectedluminaries...

A quick look at: The Queen Bee and Preloved Monaco

The second-hand luxury goods market has been running ahead of the overall luxury goods market for at least five years. The Financial Times reports that only this month...

DULY NOTED: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday: "We take the Omicron variant very seriously. While scientists analyse it in detail, it is important to remain vigilant and to protect ourselves. Get vaccinated, if not done yet, and take your booster as soon as possible."

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France unlikely to bring back lockdown

Government spokesman Gabriel Attal told the CNews TV channel on Sunday that France may escape a renewed lockdown this winter.

No new coronavirus cases on Sunday

After several consecutive days of very high new case numbers, no new cases of coronavirus were reported on Sunday, November 28.

UK tightens entry requirements

UPDATED Sunday, November 28, 12:23: Anyone travelling to the UK will need to undergo a PCR test within two days of arrival and will be required to self-isolate until they have a negative test result. The new rules...

Government changes inoculation reporting methods

The Government believes that the number of residents who have been vaccinated against coronavirus is higher than previously reported.

Final lap for Frank Williams, aged 79

One of F1’s best-known figures, Sir Frank Williams, has died aged 79, his family announced on Sunday.

AS Monaco deliver draw against Strasbourg

AS Monaco hosted Strasbourg on Sunday, November 28 at the Stade Louis II.

DULY NOTED: Switzerland has banned arrivals from UK as well as other European countries as it seeks to keep the Omicron coronavirus variant out of the country.

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France: Minister tightens rules but rejects new lockdown

Health Minister Oliver Véran announced on Thursday that the peak of the fifth wave of coronavirus is likely to be reached at the start of December and the fifth wave will be stronger and longer than the fourth...

Monaco records 27 new cases

Twenty-seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, November 25, while 13 residents were declared fully-recovered.

Women's associations meet Minister of State

On the occasion of the International Day for Combating Violence Against Women, Minister of State Pierre Dartout held a working meeting with the presidents of associations...

CMB Monaco's shareholder confirms climate commitment

The Mediobanca Group, of which CMB Monaco is part, has renewed its commitment to tackling climate change with two important achievements: by becoming a member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, and by neutralising...

Monaco continue to conquer in Europa League campaign

AS Monaco welcomed La Liga’s Real Sociedad to Stade Louis II on Thursday, November 25, for a Europa League group stage fixture.

DULY NOTED: This evening, Friday November 26, 20:00, St-Paul's Church: Concert with Polish and English Baroque music, conducted by Errol Girdlestone with the Ristretto Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble. Also at St. Paul’s, at 10:00 today, a Book Swap in the Library.

The National Council has voted to extend from 10 to 20 years the time lapse needed before the granting of Monegasque nationality to spouses.

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Another black day for coronavirus case numbers

Thirty Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Wednesday, November 24. On Tuesday, 45 new cases were reported.

Post-Brexit rule changes for Brits in Monaco

The UK’s Honorary Consul in Monaco, Eric Blair, has outlined important new rules for UK citizens in Monaco...

Monaco's YPI teams up with superyacht builder

Green Yard Kleven of Norway, a pioneer of environmentally conscious marine technology and propulsion, has made its latest move on the superyacht industry in signing an agreement with international yacht brokerage and management firm Yachting Partners International...

Artcurial heralds January auctions in Monte-Carlo

Artcurial resumes its winter quarters on the Riviera, at the Hôtel Hermitage, from January 15 to 19, in the heart of the eternally elegant Monte-Carlo.

Women fight back against violence

Céline Cottalorda, the person appointed by the Government to coordinate initiatives to promote women’s rights, on Monday presented the 2021 campaign to fight violence against women.

DULY NOTED: At midday on Thursday, the French government is due to announce new restrictions in the light of an upsurge in coronavirus infections. See the latest coronavirus news on NEWS.MC.

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Monaco posts 45 new cases in 24 hours

Forty-five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, November 23, the highest daily figure since the start of the pandemic...

Seven Monaco restaurants to close from Friday

Seven popular restaurants throughout the Principality are subject to closure from Friday, November 26, for not completely complying with strict mask-wearing rules...

Oceanographic gets waste message across in style

Five of Monaco’s top chefs have been enlisted by the Oceanographic Museum to present a tasty little dish without any waste or excess packaging...

Monaco Telecom launches Fibre Pro service

Businesses in Monaco will be able to speed up their Internet connections by switching to the company’s Fibre Pro service...

Top cyclist says sorry after assault on police officer

Peter Sagan, three-time world cycling champion, has apologised ‘profoundly’ for an incident earlier this year in which he attacked a Monaco police officer.

DULY NOTED: President Macron is meeting several top ministers on Wednesday to discuss the worsening coronavirus pandemic situation. PM Jean Castex will not be there, as he tested positive on Monday.

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Monaco's coronavirus incidence rate almost doubles

According to official Government figures, Monaco’s coronavirus infection rate stood at 198.17 per 100,000 on a rolling seven-day basis to Sunday, November 21. Seven days earlier...

Minister of State enjoys warm welcome at CREM

Minister of State Pierre Dartout spoke to an enthusiastic gathering on Monday evening at the Club of Foreign Residents of Monaco, where he spoke about the attractiveness of the Principality and touched on other topics.

CMB Monaco emphasises projecting Monaco in the World

NEWS.MC editor-in-chief Ian Brodie asked Francesco Grosoli, CEO of CMB Monaco, about the bank’s involvement with the Monaco Pavilion at World Expo 2020 in Dubai...

A small pleasure for true connoisseurs

The second edition of the biggest Italian tasting of glazed chestnuts – Marrons Glacés - took place at Cova on Monday, November 22, at the start of the Week of Italian cuisine.

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WHO puts Monaco higher than France in infection rates

The World Health Organisation says that Monaco has a rolling seven-day coronavirus positivity rate of 234.96, while France scores 184.52.

Parents campaign against face masks in schools

A number of Monaco parents have formed a protest group to campaign against the compulsory wearing of face masks in the Principality’s schools.

Again, just two new coronavirus cases

For the second day in a row, Monaco recorded two new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, November 21...

Altar tribute to Father Walter unveiled

An altar funded by subscriptions from parishioners was unveiled at Saint Paul’s Anglican Church in Monte-Carlo during Sunday service on November 21.

Hamilton wins over Verstappen in Qatar GP

Lewis Hamilton has closed the gap between himself and title rival Max Verstappen in the 2021 Drivers World Championship standings, after a dominant display...

DULY NOTED: The annual No Finish Line children's charity event ended on Sunday with 224,636 kilometres run and walked, 15,596 more than last year.

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Fireworks to be replaced by drones

In a sign of the times, fireworks will be replaced by drones for National Day celebrations, to the joy of those who oppose the pollution and noise produced by traditional displays in Monaco’s night skies.

Leap in new coronavirus cases on Wednesday

Although daily numbers of new cases in Monaco have varied widely in recent weeks, with none at all on a number of days, Wednesday’s figure casts a long shadow just before the national holiday.

Grand Prix tickets already selling out

As the current Formula 1 season nears an exciting conclusion, attention is already turning to next year. The 2022 Monaco Grand Prix is set to take place...

Oceanographic helps lead the way on waste

The European Waste Reduction Week (SERD) will take place from November 20 to 28, 2021, around the theme of “Sustainable Communities”...

Foundation and UNESCO prepare for 'Ocean Decade'

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) finalised their partnership for the ‘Ocean Decade’ on Wednesday, November 17...

DULY NOTED: Friday, November 19, is Monaco's National Day and Good Morning Monaco will not be published. The NEWS.MC website will be updated today and tomorrow and our Saturday edition of Good Morning Monaco will be published as normal.

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Monaco talks rubbish

Monaco is playing its part again in the European Week of Rubbish Reduction as more and more companies and state offices join the campaign to limit waste.

Princess will not take part in National Day

Princess Charlene will stay away from public celebrations of Monaco’s National Day on Friday, the Prince’s Palace announced on Tuesday.

Lockdown in France dismissed but vigilance needed

Government spokesman Gabriel Attal said on Tuesday, November 16, that “”no confinement is planned today.”

Twelve new cases in Monaco on Tuesday

Twelve Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, November 16, while nine were declared fully-recovered.

Vroom Summit bounces back from coronavirus

The annual two-day Vroom Summit, which brings together promising start-ups and potential investors, became a face-to-face event again at the Monaco Yacht Club on Tuesday.

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Coronavirus infection rate almost doubles

Eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, November 15. Seven were declared fully-recovered.

Orange alert downgraded to yellow

Meteo France issued an orange alert for the Alpes-Maritimes and four other Departments at lunchtime on Monday, with high winds and gusts of up to 100 kmh...

Asian hornets' nest closes Beausoleil playground

The discovery of a nest of Asian hornets next to a children’s play area near the Proxi store on ave. Saint-Roman in Beausoleil has resulted in the facility being closed temporarily.

Monaco courts Spanish clients

HE Ms Catherine Fautrier-Rousseau, Monaco’s Ambassador to Spain, and Mr Guy Antognelli, Director of the Tourist and Convention Authority, represented the Principality...

Poland to build border wall

Poland will build a wall along the border with Belarus starting in December...

DULY NOTED: Geraint Thomas, the winner of the 2018 Tour de France, whose bike was stolen from outside a cafe in Menton on Sunday, has had his bike returned. A CRS police unit intercepted a youth riding the machine erratically.

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Monaco signs tax treaty with UAE

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, on Saturday toured Monaco’s pavilion at Expo 2020 with HSH Prince Albert II...

Only good coronavirus news on Sunday

There was only good news on coronavirus cases in Monaco on Sunday, as no new cases were reported and 12 residents were declared fully-recovered.

Janowski life sentence confirmed

Wojciech Janowski has failed in his appeal against conviction for the murder of his mother-in-law, Monaco billionaire Hélène Pastor.

Lukashenko fires ambassador to Monaco

President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko on Friday removed from office Igor Fisenko, ambassador of Belarus to France and concurrently to Monaco and Portugal.

Anglican community observes Remembrance Day

Members of St. Paul’s Church in Monte-Carlo gathered at the bust of wartime leader Sir Winston Churchill on ave. Grande Bretagne on Sunday for a short service to honour British and Commonwealth combatants in two world wars.

Astounding F1 result keeps Hamilton in game

Lewis Hamilton astonished supporters in Brazil as he finished in first place after starting in P10 at Sunday’s Grand Prix.

DULY NOTED: Geraint Thomas, the winner of the 2018 Tour de France, was out cycling on Sunday when he stopped for refreshment at a cafe in Menton. While iside, his bike was stolen. He took a taxi home to Monaco.

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Monaco tightens and extends Health Pass rules

The Monaco Government announced on Thursday afternoon that the Health Pass will be extended until February 25 next year, at the end of the school holiday.

Six new coronavirus cases on Thursday

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, November 11. Four residents were declared fully-recovered.

Eneti to make stock offering

Monaco-based Eneti Inc. will make a public stock offering of $200 million shares of common stock to raise funding for its wind turbine installation vessel construction program...

Bentley celebrates centenary of first-ever customer

Bentley Motors is celebrating a centenary of sales, as 100 years have passed since the first Bentley was ordered by one lucky customer in November, 1921.

Talent and achievement on display at L'Entrepôt

Among the artists whose works were exhibited the L’Entrepôt gallery on Thursday, November 11, were landscape and still life oil paintings by Patrick Najar, an established local artist.

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Time catches up with Hermitage watch thief

A man who stole several watches from a suite at the Hotel Hermitage in January 2019 escaped detection until September 2020...

Over-12s need Health Pass for No Finish Line

No Finish Line is back this year in an exciting 22nd edition. Unlike last year, the charity event will be open to all, both virtually and in person in an all-new hybrid format.

Ten residents test positive for coronavirus

Ten Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, November 10, while five residents were declared fully-recovered.

CFM renews help for school students

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management has renewed its support for AMADE (The World Association of Children’s Friends) through two projects...

'Sea you at M'

Hotel Metropole’s Lobby Bar Restaurant came alive with the sounds of jazz, soul and blues on Wednesday evening, with a repeat planned for Thursday.

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France makes booster jab 'compulsory' for over-65s

In a televised address on Tuesday evening, President Emmanuel Macron announced that over-65s must have had a third dose of vaccine, starting on December 15, in order for their Health Passes to remain valid.

Big jump in new cases in Monaco

The number of Monaco residents testing positive for coronavirus hit double digits on Tuesday, November 9, for the first time in several weeks.

Booster jab now open to all over-18s

The third dose of the Covid-19 vaccine is now available for all Monegasques and residents of the Principality who are aged 18 and over.

This applies only to people...

10 things you (maybe) didn't know about buying an apartment in Monaco -

“Gazumping” is very rare in Monaco since there are laws/penalties to cover both the buyer and seller pulling out after an accepted offer...

Oasis of Japanese beauty and sophistication at La Loggia

The concept store La Loggia by Garbarino at 40 Boulevard des Moulins has created a remarkable new display of exclusive interior designer pieces connected through the theme of Japan.

DULY NOTED: The situation at the Bealrus-Poland border deteriorated sharply as hundreds, and possibly thousands of refugees were herded to the EU's eastern border.

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In France, fifth wave steadily advances

The French have been hit by a resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic later than many other countries, including the UK, the Netherlands, Germany and Eastern European states.

Princess is back in Monaco

Princess Charlene returned to Monaco on Monday after spending several months in South Africa (photos).

Lower infection rate announced on Monday

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, November 8. One resident was declared fully-recovered.

Desk clock sells for more than 9 million euros

A weekly round-up of forthcoming events in the Principality: November 8-14.

Spielberg's yacht sold, renamed

Steven Spielberg's superyacht, Seven Seas, has been sold for $158 million following its listing earlier this year.

DULY NOTED: A 37 year-old Algerian national attempted to stab two police officers in Cannes early on Monday as a patrol set out from police HQ. He was shot and injured by a third officer in the car. The assailant was not previously known to the police. He said the attack was “for the prophet.”

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French kissing blamed for threat of upsurge

A study published in mid-October showed that most French people have abandoned day-to-day barrier gestures, including the famous bisou, the kiss on the cheek and quick hug between friends and relatives on meeting.

Russian church celebrates first four years

The St. Helen Russian Orthodox Church in Monaco celebrated its fourth birthday on the weekend of Saturday, November 6, and Sunday, November 7, with a visit from His Grace Bishop Irenei of London and Western Europe.

One new coronavirus case on Sunday

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, November 7. On Saturday there were two new cases and on Friday six.

Verstappen wins in Mexico City, Perez makes history

Max Verstappen found victory again, this time at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in the 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix. Verstappen took his Red Bull...

AS Monaco goalless again

AS Monaco faced off against Reims in a regular Ligue 1 fixture away from home, and at the end of a less than exciting 90 minutes the Monegasques emerged goalless.

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Janowski blames Gildo Pastor-Pallanca

Wojceich Janowski, serving a life sentence for the killing of his mother-in-law, Hélène Pastor, took to the stand on Thursday at an appeal hearing to accuse her son of the assassination.

Four new cases, five recoveries

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, November 4, while five were declared fully-recovered.

Michel Boeri re-elected as president of Automobile Club

Michel Boeri has been re-elected as the the President of the Automobile Club de Monaco for a further five years.

New Monegasque passports presented

The Honorary Consul General of Monaco in Montreal, Madame Diane Vachon, formally handed over samples of the new Monegasque passports to Mr. Mohamed Khalifa Rahma, Director of Air Transport...

AS Monaco hold PSV Eindhoven to 0-0 draw

AS Monaco remain undefeated in their Europa League campaign so far this year, as they held Dutch side PSV Eindhoven to a 0-0 draw...

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Anglo-French divergence widens

It’s not just the disagreements over fishing for French trawlers in UK waters, nor the AUKUS submarine affair that saw French hopes of a major defence deal smashed, that have soured relations in recent weeks...

Neighbours' mask measures stay

The Prefect of the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes has announced that mask measures will stay in place until November 16 for 11+ year-olds.

UIPM drops horse-riding in favour of cycling

UIPM, the modern pentathlon’s governing body, based in Monaco, has voted to replace the horse-riding portion of the event with cycling...

Government extends Carlo app tie-up

The gift vouchers scheme operated through the Carlo application has been very successful, both in terms of those who benefit from the bonuses...

Six new cases, seven coronavirus recoveries

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, November 3. Seven residents were reported to have fully recovered.

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Boat sinks overnight in Fontvieille

A 16-metre-long vessel sank during the night from Sunday to Monday in the Port of Fontvieille, causing a leak of an estimated 50 litres of fuel.

Sotheby's lagerfeld auction date approaches

Sotheby’s will pay tribute to Karl Lagerfeld who passed away on February 19, 2019, by auctioning many of his treasured possessions on December 3 in Monaco.

Free coronavirus testing for next 12 days

In order to minimise the possible impact of the school holidays, Monaco is offering free coronavirus testing at the Rainier-III auditorium until Sunday, November 14.

Two new cases on Tuesday, lower incidence rate

Monaco recorded two new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday, November 2.

Monaco at doping convention

The Principality participated in the eighth conference of parties to the International Convention against Doping in Sport which took place at the headquarters of UNESCO during the last week of October.

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Graff heist exposes top client details

A team of hackers based in Russia has published details of a number of high-rolling clients of the UK-based jewellery company, with a threat of much more damage to come if a ransom isn’t paid.

Short life expectancy for Ni-box

The eye catching Ni-box building may not be standing long as plans to demolish it are being thought through by the architect Emmanuel Deverini and the developer Patrice Pastor.

Hindu activist urgest OMC to drop Lakmé

A Hindu activist is urging Opera Monte-Carlo (OMC) to withdraw the Lakmé opera, scheduled for December 09 and 11, 2022, which he says seriously trivialises Hindu religious and other traditions.

No new cases on November 1

No new cases of coronavirus were reported among Monaco residents on Monday, November 1...

ASM put on lacklustre performance in Brittany

After a winning home performance against Montpellier last weekend (2-0), the Monaco team put on a poor show against Brest on the last day of October.

Walter's Sparky no longer 'with us'

Sparky the Wonder Dog has gone to that great dog park in the sky, a reader tells us...

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Prince's twins to go to Glasgow

Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella will accompany HSH Prince Albert to the Cop26 environmental summit in Glasgow next week.

Monegasque Red Cross says 'thank you'

The Grande Braderie of the Monegasque Red Cross opened its doors at the Chapiteau de Fontvieille on October 22 and 23 after a year of enforced absence due to the coronavirus health crisis and raised a record amount...

Commander Cousteau's right-hand man honoured

The diver Albert Falco has been recognised in a very practical way with the installation of an artificial reef off Larvotto Beach...

SNCF loses Marseille link to private group

In a first for France, the state’s SNCF rail operator will lose the right to run the regional train service between Nice and Marseille.

Three new coronavirus cases on Thursday

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, October 28. One person was declared fully-recovered.

DULY NOTED: The driver of the vehicle involved in the accident that took the lives of two Monaco firemen on August 31 has been sent to jail for five years. Alexis Lababsa, 24, tested positive for cannabis following the collision. The drug is responsible for 20 percent of all road fatalities in France.

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Professor addresses the unthinkable - terror in Monaco

Gilles Kepel, a political scientist who specialises in terrorism, spoke in Monaco on Monday night about terror threats on the Riviera.

Princess Charlene set to return within weeks

After many months away from her husband and children, Princess Charlene could return to the Principality soon.

Larvotto's beach new restaurants named

New businesses are set to open in Larvotto by the spring and summer of next year, mainly restaurants.

Five new cases - only two patients in hospital

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, October 27. Six residents were reported to have recovered fully.

AS Monaco fixture will not go ahead

AS Monaco told NEWS.MC on Wednesday, October 27 that the Monaco-Lyon match, set to be played in Shanghai in February, 2022, will not go ahead.

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Monaco's coronavirus figures more encouraging

While five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, October 26, ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco agents in anti-terror training

Two agents of the GPSI (Protection, Surveillance and Intervention Group) of Monaco’s Public Security have just completed an internship at the RAID (Search, Assistance, Intervention, Deterrence) unit in Rennes...

Wait for car park spaces extends to five years

The Principality’s lack of parking spaces is the subject of considerable frustration. Each year impatience rises as the waiting lists become longer.

Two-month truce in Champagne wars

France has obtained a two-month moratorium on the implementation of the recent Russian law preventing champagne from using its own name in the Cyrillic alphabet...

AS Monaco agrees to play Ligue 1 fixture in China

AS Monaco have reportedly agreed to move a home Ligue 1 match against Lyon to China in February next year...

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Coronavirus infection rate now surpasses neighbours

The benchmark infection rate in Monaco on Sunday, October 24, rose to 80.83 from 59.97 one week earlier. Meanwhile, the latest figure of infections per 100,000 population in the Alpes-Maritimes had fallen to 60.2 on Monday, October 25.

Monaco loses good friend with death of Mayor of Menton

Jean-Claude Guibal, the Mayor of Menton, died suddenly at home on the morning of October 25. The 80 year-old had suffered a heart attack, his family said.

Monaco celebrates success of digital transition

In the space of three years, the Principality has acquired digital technologies serving residents’ quality of life and the attractiveness of its economy, with the ambition of making Monaco a benchmark city-state in the digital world...

CMB Monaco puts spotlight on Alternative Investments

In an environment of low interest rates and high uncertainty, investors are seeking ways to gain greater exposure to alternative investments and to private markets in particular. This is the reason why CMB Monaco...

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One more Monaco death from coronavirus

A 76 year-old patient suffering from coronavirus who had been in intensive care at Princess Grace Hospital for several weeks died on Sunday.

Verstappen holds off Hamilton in classy display

The championship title rivalry between defending world champion Lewis Hamilton and title hopeful Max Verstappen was the talk of the day at the 2021 United States Grand Prix...

Tourism Office launches dedicated website

The Monaco Government Tourist and Convention Authority has launched a new website dedicated to travel trade professionals in the leisure and MICE markets...

Foundation awards this coming Friday

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation will host its annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, October 29, rewarding personalities and organisations for their strong commitment to preserving planetary health.

AS Monaco victorious against Montpelier

Took the 100 bus to Cap d’Ail. The Beaverbrook stop. I tend to look down on bus-takers who queue in a huddled and disorderly way outside the Park Palace building for the long yellow bus back to the seething suburbs of Nice...

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Latest coronavirus situation report, MC, UK, and France

Deaths were down in the UK on Thursday, while the number of hospital deaths increased in France...

Monaco recognises sustainability efforts

A presentation took place at the Oceanographic Museum on Wednesday morning during which certificates were awarded to businesses and individuals who were part of the sustainability scheme in the Principality during the previous year.

Monaco audience would not let Lang Lang leave

Celebrated pianist Lang Lang had to return to the stage four times at the Grimaldi Forum on Thursday evening as the enraptured audience applauded his stunning performance of the Goldberg Variations by Bach.

AS Monaco beat Eindhoven with last-minute winner

AS Monaco beat PSV Eindhoven for their 200th European match victory on the evening of Thursday, October 21.

E-Rallye Monte-Carlo gets underway

The fifth edition of the E-Rallye Monte-Carlo got off to a solid start at the Chateau du Mollard in the town of Chateauneuf on Wednesday, October 21.

DULY NOTED: Most French households are to receive a cost-of-living bonus of 100 euros, with most payments due to arrive on bank accounts during December, just weeks or days before Christmas and less than four months ahead of the presidential election next year.

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Monaco magistrate latest road crash victim

The driver who appeared to lose control of his car before hitting a rock face just east of Eze on the Moyenne Corniche on Tuesday was a senior magistrate in Monaco and a law professor at the University of Nice.

First signs of new lockdowns, travel curbs, in Europe

There are early signs of European nations moving towards lockdown and travel restrictions as winter starts to bite. On Tuesday, Latvia ordered a one-month lockdown of both vaccinated and non-vaccinated persons.

Four new coronavirus cases on Wednesday

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, October 20. Four residents were declared fully-recovered.

Minister makes international debut

Mrs Céline Caron-Dagioni, the recently-appointed Minister of Infrastructure, the Environment and Urban Development, has taken part in a video conference as part of the COP 15 conference on biological diversity.

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Startling reminder of coronavirus threat

In a startling reminder that the coronavirus pandemic is far from over in the Principality, the Monaco Government reported on Tuesday evening, October 19, that fifteen residents had tested positive in the previous 24 hours.

Pastor siblings riven by mother's killing

The assassination seven years ago of Monaco property billionaire Hélène Pastor continues to send shockwaves through the Principality and along the entire Riviera.

UK's spiralling death rate rings alarm bells

For several weeks the UK has been experiencing much higher coronavirus death rates than the rest of western Europe, but the divergence is becoming very wide...

Minister of State lunches at Technical and Hotel high school

Minister of State Pierre Dartout, accompanied by Isabelle Bonnal, Commissioner General in charge of the Department of National Education, Youth and Sports, lunched on Tuesday, October 19, at the Technical and Hotel Lycée de Monaco (LTHM).

CMB Monaco's shareholder included in MIB ESG index

Mediobanca has been included in the first MIB ESG index launched by Euronext and Borsa Italiana, for Italian blue chip companies that demonstrate ESG best practices.

DULY NOTED: From October 24, an antigen test will be regarded as sufficient for the Day 2 test for fully-vaccinated travellers returning to the UK, rather than the previously-stipulated and more expensive PCR test.

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Monaco's positivity rate almost neck and neck with neighbours

Monaco’s coronavirus positivity rate, based on 3,028 PCR and antigen tests carried out in the seven days to Sunday, October 17, has risen to 59.97 from 52.15 a week earlier.

Scooter thieves sent to jail

Two men with very extensive criminal records have been sent to jail in Monaco following the theft of two electric scooters...

Government content with budget vote

Pierre Dartout, Minister of State, has expressed his satisfaction with the overwhelming vote by the National Council in favour of the adjusted budget for 2021.

Large and enthusiastic turnout for Italian glass artist

His Excellency Giulio Alaimo, Ambassador of Italy to Monaco, welcomed Italian artist Benedetta Brachetti Peretti to Monaco on Monday evening, for an exposition of her artistic glassware...

Five residents test positive for coronavirus

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, October 18. Four residents were declared fully-recovered.

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Guests celebrate Swiss accreditations

Following the accreditation of the Swiss Ambassador Dr Roberto Balzaretti and the Swiss Consul General Mr Andreas Maager in Monaco on Thursday, the Consulate General of Switzerland in Marseille held a Cocktail Dînatoire in the Salon Bellevue of the Café de Paris.

Garden Club brings floral imaginings to Monte-Carlo

The terraces of the Casino de Monte-Carlo were the venue on Saturday, October 17, for an exhibition and competition organised by the Garden Club of Monaco, chaired by HRH the Princess of Hanover.

Office of Space Affairs in Monaco

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II has approved the creation of an Office of Space Affairs in Monaco. This is a result of calls from numerous companies within the Monegasque aerospace business community...

No new coronavirus cases on Sunday

No Monaco residents tested motive for coronavirus on Sunday, October 17. Two residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco bow out to Lyon

On the evening of Saturday, October 16 AS Monaco travelled north to face off against Olympique Lyonnais. Monaco head coach Niko Kovac opted to play the dangerous duo...

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Sudden jump in new coronavirus cases

Thirteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, October 14, while one resident recovered fully.

Avant-premiere tells touching story of unlikely friendship

HSH Prince Albert II was present at the avant-premiere of his first-ever film, titled ‘Alick and Albert’ in Saint-Tropez on Wednesday, October 13.

Sea extensions made Monaco's modern history

The history of Monaco’s many projects to extend its territory into the sea is also the history of the Principality itself.

Thales partners with Monegasque digital security

Thales is supporting the Monaco Government and public services as well as Monegasque OIVs (Operators of Vital Importance) in strengthening their cybersecurity.

NOTE TO READERS: Our new Saturday edition of Good Morning Monaco proved very popular last week... Please look out for it again tomorrow.

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French Health Pass hopes raised at Wednesday meeting

A meeting of the Council of Ministers on Wednesday managed to raise hopes of a loosening of the Health Pass rules while at the same time dashing them.

Four new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, October 13.

Coronavirus gap widens between UK and France

A total of 5,578 new coronavirus cases were recorded in France on Wednesday, October 13, and 23 hospital deaths, according to Public Health France.

Paraglider drowns off Roquebrune Cap Martin

Monaco Matin reported on Wednesday that a paraglider died after landing in the sea off Roquebrune Cap Martin on October 6.

Busy few months for Princess Charlene Foundation

On Friday, October 1, the Dubai World Expo 2020 the opened its doors to the public. At the Monaco Pavilion, the Foundation is present alongside other Monegasque institutions to showcase its international initiatives...

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Government invites residents for third jab

The Prince’s Government is inviting Monegasques and residents aged 65 and over to receive a third dose of coronavirus vaccine...

Few surprises in drug use report

Monaco’s statistics office, IMSEE, has reported that the use of tobacco among 16 year-olds in Monaco has declined in recent years.

Environmental labs celebrate 60 years

Mr Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Agency of Atomic Energy (IAEA), paid a visit to the Principality on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the IAEA Environmental Laboratories in Monaco...

One new case, one full recovery

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, October 12. One further full recovery was also reported.

Luxury sparkling wine launches with extra punch

Mr Hassan N’Dam N’Jikam, a French-Cameroonian professional boxer and six-time middleweight world champion, has become a new ambassador of Vino Royale Monte Carlo...

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No more masks in Monaco - in most places

The Monaco Government issued a press release shortly before 17:30 on Monday, October 11, announcing the end of compulsory mask-wearing...

Incidence rate jumped last week

Monaco’s coronavirus incidence rate jumped to 52.15 in the seven days to Sunday, October 10, up from 31.29 per 100,000 one week earlier.

Free buses on horizon, and more trains

The Government is considering experimenting with free buses as a way to deal with overcrowding on the roads of the Principality.

Speaker addresses topic of a changing Ireland

Professor Joseph Lennon of Villanova University’s Centre of Irish Studies (Philadelphia) gave a lecture ‘Newcome and Native’: Visions of Irish Cultural Democracy at the Princess Grace Irish Library on Monday evening.

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Princess Charlene undergoes another operation

HSH Princess Charlene underwent an operation under general anaesthetic on Friday, October 8. Sources at the Prince’s Palace said it would be the last one.

Empress Eugenie honoured with unveiling of bust

A bust representing the Empress Eugenie was unveiled by HSH Prince Albert II in the presence of Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon, current head of the house of Bonaparte and his wife, Olympia.

Two new cases on Sunday

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, October 10, while two were reported to have fully recovered.

Female footballer collector cards launched

To mark the International Day of the Girl on Monday, October 11, the She Can He Can association launched its female footballer collector cards.

Bottas wins at slippery Turkish GP - Leclerc fourth

The Turkish Grand Prix was a wet one this year, as rain intermittently dampened the Istanbul Park circuit on the afternoon of Sunday, October 10. After a gripping 58 laps...

TODAY'S EVENTS: Canada's friends are gathering on Monday October 11 for a Lunch at the Hotel Meridien Beach Plaza. (26 euros menu and one drink). BOOK directly by phone, the Meridien 93157888.

ALSO on Monday (today), at 19:30 - Dr Joseph Lennon of Villanova University’s Center of Irish Studies (Philadelphia) will deliver a lecture 'Newcome and Native’: Visions of Irish Cultural Democracy, at the Princess Grace Irish Library. Tel: + 377 93 50 12 25.

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Council President welcomes budget 'in line with reality'

President of the National Council Stéphane Valeri opened his remarks at an important budget meeting on Thursday night by underlining the enduring difference in functions of the elected body on one hand and the Government on the other...

No new cases, no recoveries

It was the status quo in Monaco on Thursday, as no new cases of coronavirus were reported and no-one was reported to have fully recovered.

Cooking oil reduces carbon footprint

Air France, TotalEnergies, Métropole and Nice Côte d’Azur Airport joined forces to achieve a flight powered by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF.

Annual ball raises 1.5 million euros

The Butterfly Ball has raised 1.5 million euros for UK-based Caudwell Children, a charity that helps disabled children.

Monaco financier joins board of Hertz

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced that Evelina Vougessis Machas has joined its Board of Directors, effective September 30, 2021. She is an accomplished executive...

NOTE TO READERS: Starting tomorrow, October 9, we will be adding a Saturday edition of Good Morning Monaco, highlighting articles uploaded at NEWS.MC during Friday.

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Big success for latest Monaco Business

The ninth Monaco Business salon, organised by Monaco Communication, brought together many Monaco businesses at the Meridien hotel on Wednesday.

Gold rush for commemorative coin

A coin struck to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the marriage of HSH Prince Albert and HSH Princess Charlene almost sold out within a few hours.

Sportel Monaco rewards international talent

The 2021 Sportel Awards ceremony has celebrated the best in sports media creators and creations.

Three new cases, three recoveries

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, October 6. Three residents fully recovered.

DULY NOTED: Arrivals at Heathrow's Terminal 5 had to queue for up to four hours during the day on Wednesday as e-gates succumbed to a nationwide outage.

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

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Sizeable sum won in Monaco nabbed by French Customs

A 38 year-old man from Nice had a lucky night at a casino in Monaco, walking away with 180,000 euros in his pocket.

Anti-Pass group wants mask rules loosened

The Facebook group that has pressured the Government over the Health Pass has turned its attention to the wearing of masks by younger schoolchildren.

Uptick in new coronavirus cases

Seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, October 5. Three residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco passes torch on coral reef protection

Monaco, Australia and Indonesia have officially passed their Joint Presidency of the International Coral Reef Initiative to the United States of America...

DULY NOTED: The Sportel Awards were held on Tuesday evening and our report will be published during the day on Wednesday, October 6.

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

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Stormy weather batters Marseille, peters out at Menton

The city of Marseille was battered by heavy rain, storms and flooding on Monday, while the residents of Cannes were told to move to higher floors.

Foreign residents thank the Principality

CREM, the Club of Foreign Residents of Monaco, held its opening cocktail of the season in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II on Monday, September 27, at the Yacht Club...

Sovereign renews support for devastated community

One year after the catastrophic storm that hit the Roya valley, HSH Prince Albert was once more present to provide his sympathy and support for the local community of Breil-sur-Roya.

Two new cases, lower infection rate

Two new positive cases of coronavirus were reported on Monday, October 4...

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Blockbuster report opens Pandora's box

First there was the earthquake of the Panama Papers, now there is the tsunami of the Pandora Papers, a huge international investigation into corruption and money-laundering...

Death announced of Bernard Tapie

Man of many parts Bernard Tapie, former owner of Olympique Marseille, former politician and controversial businessman, succumbed to cancer on Sunday morning.

Monaco celebrates James Bond connections

The latest Bond epic No Time to Die had its world premiere in London on Tuesday to great critical acclaim and went on to gross $6.5 million on its opening day – September 30 – in the UK and Ireland.

No new cases on Sunday

Only one Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus over the three days from Friday. On Sunday, a further five residents were declared fully-recovered.

Sovereign cloud arrives in Monaco

The sovereign cloud has arrived in Monaco, much to the delight of the Monaco administration.

Monaco maintain momentum with win against Bordeaux

AS Monaco hosted Girondins de Bordeaux at Stade Louis II on Sunday, October 3, and put on a show for home supporters as they claimed their third consecutive win in Ligue 1.

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Friday, October 1, 2021

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Local Prefect prolongs mask regulations

The prefect of the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes decided on Thursday, September 30, to extend the requirement that masks be worn outdoors and in all public places.

France adds rip-off investor sites to blacklist

France’s Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) has added more internet sites to its blacklist of investment entities that are not authorised to offer financial services.

One new case again in Monaco

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, September 30, while two were declared fully-recovered.

Body of art makes stunning debut

Young Belgian-Greek artist Samantha Ganotakis enjoyed a popular grand opening at her first ever exhibition on Thursday, September 23, at the L’Entrepôt gallery in Monaco, alongside the ever-colourful artwork of Dave van Dorst.

AS Monaco hold Real Sociedad to draw

AS Monaco managed to hold Real Sociedad to a draw in a tense Europa League matchup in Spain on Thursday, September 30.

DULY NOTED: The price of household gas will jump by 12.8 percent in France from October 1, but Prime Minister Jean Castex said it would be the last increase until next April, when prices “will plummet.” A planned increase in electricity prices of 12 percent next February will be limited to four percent.

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France plans to extend Health Pass for 10 more months

Citing the possibility of a resurgence of coronavirus over the winter months, the French government is planning to extend the Health Pass until July 31, 2022.

Economic Board targets Belgium in charm offensive

A delegation from the Monaco Economic Board hit Antwerp on Tuesday at the start of a visit to promote bilateral trade and also showcase the Principality as a possible destination for the country’s wealthiest.

Rolls-Royce to switch to all-electric by 2030

Rolls-Royce will produce only electric cars by 2030, the luxury carmaker said on Wednesday, joining other premium brands making the switch...

One new coronavirus case in Monaco

One more Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, September 29. Two residents were reported to have fully recovered.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: We have been asked to point out that the funeral of David Waters, the former churchwarden at St. Pauls Church, will take place at St. Paul's at 14:30 on October 6, not at 10:30 as we indicated yesterday, followed by Cremation at the Athanée at 16:00.

DULY NOTED: The Monaco charity premiere of the latest Bond film, No Time to Die, took place last night, September 29. The movie was due to be released in April, 2020, but was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The beneficiary of the premiere event was the Princess Grace Foundation USA.

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

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Another tragic motorbike accident hits Monaco

A senior policeman in Monaco died in a tragic accident while on his way to work on Tuesday morning.

It's all about fibre at Monaco Telecom

Martin Peronnet, CEO of Monaco Telecom, is very proud of the way in which the Principality’s service provider has improved its service over the last 12 years, when he first joined the company.

Six new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, September 28. Five residents were declared fully-recovered.

Marketa brings retreat atmosphere to a Grand Hotel

It was a love of Yoga and a community of ladies who practice together and take time for themselves that inspired a well-known fertility coach In Monaco, Marketa Hakkinen, to organise a Luxury Wellness Day on Tuesday, September 28.

Death announced of David Waters

David Waters, who was a Church Warden at St. Paul’s Church in Monaco up until 2002, died at home in Moulinet on Sunday evening aged 73...

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

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Top Monaco chef excluded and humiliated

Marcel Ravin, the Michelin-starred chef at Blue Bay in Monaco, was turned away from a prestigious culinary event on Sunday at which the guest of honour was President Emmanuel Macron.

After shedding jobs, SBM looks to brighter future

As expected the coronavirus lockdowns had a major impact on the fortunes of Société des bains de mer, the operator of the casinos and most of Monaco’s top hotels.

Monaco makes electric car charging even easier

The Principality is expanding the network of charging points for electric vehicles as it sets out to gradually replace self-service outlets with electric service stations and several electric terminals...

Infection rate down, three new cases

Monaco’s benchmark infection rate per 100,000 fell to 33.90 on Sunday, September 26, down from 36.51 one week earlier...

Team Ambrosio MC goes above and beyond

Brother and sister Michele and Camilla Charlotte Ambrosio or just Team Ambrosio MC have broken yet another unprecedented record at the Monte-Carlo Country Club members’ tournament.

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Monday, September 27, 2021

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Café de Paris to close for one year

Société des bains de mer announced on Friday that the Café de Paris will undergo a major internal refit that will take between 10 and 12 months.

This year's Yacht Show hailed as great success

Manola Ballerio, co-owner and designer of Sabrina Monte Carlo, was very happy with the Yacht Show...

Despite improvement, most coronavirus restrictions remain

Pierre Dartout, Minister of State, told journalists on Friday afternoon that the coronavirus situation in Monaco is much more favourable than at the beginning of the summer. (First published as a News Alert on Friday, September 24)

No new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Only two new cases of coronavirus were reported on Friday and one on Saturday, making the three-day weekend total just three...

Monte-Carlo Diary

The event that stood out for me this week was a very interesting car ride with my wife and four strangers. We were sharing a limo to an after-party...

Monaco continue run of good form with away win

For the eighth match day of Ligue 1, the AS Monaco team travelled to the Gabriel Montpied stadium to face off against newly promoted side Clermont Foot on Sunday, September 26.

Wet and wild Russian Grand Prix sees usual suspects win

Lewis Hamilton claimed his 100th Formula 1 victory at an eventful 2021 Russian Grand Prix as he was the first to cross the finish line at a wet Sochi Autodrome, ahead of title rival Max Verstappen, who somehow managed...

DULY NOTED: Limited places are still available for a Luxury Wellness Day with Marketa Hakkinen and her guests. Rejuvenate, relax, discover new things and meet new people at Grand Hotel du Cap-Ferrat on Tuesday, September 28. One day Luxury Holistic Health experience has a structured program from Breakfast to Vintage Dinner with opera singer Julia Cubo. The all inclusive price is 700 euros. Book now: Marketahakkinen@gmail.com or NancyLofficiel.MC@gmail.com

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Friday, September 24, 2021

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Health Pass relaxation mooted in France and Monaco

The benchmark coronavirus infection rate of cases per 100,000 population has fallen to 106 in the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes, Public Health France reported...

Thursday practice dropped for 2022 Grand Prix

Next year’s Monaco Grand Prix will move to a more conventional timetable, by dropping the traditional Thursday practice session and moving it to Friday.

Aston Martin unveils Valhalla at MYS

The crossover between the Monaco Yacht Show and high-end motor cars was underlined this week by the unveiling of the new James Bond car, the Aston Martin Valhalla.

Two centuries of English music at St. Pauls

Musician Dimitri Goldobine entranced a small but very appreciative audience at Saint Paul’s Church in Monte-Carlo on Thursday evening...

One new coronavirus case in Monaco

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, September 23. Three residents were reported to have recovered fully.

DULY NOTED: Today is the third day of the Monaco Yacht Show, which continues through Saturday.

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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Monaco has eyes on Sanremo Port

The Société d’Exploitation des Ports de Monaco is seeking to expand its ownership of yacht harbours in Italy, and is now targeting the old port of Sanremo...

Feadship makes waves with Future Concept

Feadship will mark the opening of the 2021 Monaco Yacht Show in the purest form possible by unveiling its latest Feadship Future Concept.

Sentence handed down in puppy killing case

The young Monaco resident arrested in Paris in May after killing his puppy has been sentenced to jail. The business student, who lived in an expensive part of Paris, beat his eight month-old beagle puppy to death...

Countries of the Med sign up to Athens pact

France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Cyprus, Malta, Slovenia and Croatia have signed an agreement to take a more coordinated approach in dealing with the catastrophes associated with extreme weather.

Six new coronavirus cases, three recoveries

After three days when only one new case was reported, the Monaco health authorities announced on Tuesday, September 21, that six residents tested positive...

DULY NOTED: Today is the first day of the much-awaited Monaco Yacht Show, which continues through Saturday.

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

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Infection rates dive in Monaco and region

One resident tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, September 20, following two consecutive days with no new cases. Also on Monday...

Alberto Giacometti at Grimaldi Forum attracts 32,500

The major summer exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum, organised in collaboration with the Giacometti Foundation, was unanimously acclaimed as a great success in every way and undoubtedly renewed...

CFM Indosuez launches 'solidarity finance' with 130k gift

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management, in collaboration with Crédit Agricole CIB, is inaugurating innovative solidarity finance that has been acclaimed by its clients and includes a donation of 130,000 euros to the Oceanographic Institute.

Save my sight - the plight of Thomas Rodier

At 20 years old and with a bright mind, Thomas Rodier was studying to become an engineer when he discovered that he was beginning to lose his eyesight...

DULY NOTED: Monaco Yacht Show comes back in a different format from tomorrow, Wednesday, September 22, through Saturday, September 25. Visitor tickets this year cost 500 euros, but NEWS.MC will be in Port Hercule in force reporting on the world's leading yacht show in all its aspects.

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Monday, September 20, 2021

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First half figures show still-struggling economy

Economic figures for the second quarter of 2021 released on Friday, September 17, show a strong recovery from 2020. However, comparisons with 2019 – before the onset of the coronavirus pandemic – demonstrate a net decline in turnover in almost all sectors.

Rybolovlev loses last Swiss lawsuit

The Geneva prosecutor’s office has dropped the last legal case initiated by Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev against Swiss art dealer Yves Bouvier...

Excellent news on coronavirus in Monaco

There were no new cases of coronavirus in Monaco over the weekend. No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on either Saturday, September 18, or on Sunday.

Derby brings ASM much-needed point

The 101st Côte d’Azur derby ended in a 2-2 draw between OGC Nice and AS Monaco at the Allianz Riviera Arena on Sunday, September 19.

'My European Week'

The week’s big story in Europe was undoubtedly the diplomatic row between France on one hand and Australia and the US on the other....

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Friday, September 17, 2021

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Macron hints at ending Health Pass soon

President Macron told the Union of Local Businesses on Thursday, September 16, that the Health Pass has avoided the closure of small businesses, which would be “the worst thing.”

Monaco's Zhang Zhang hits out at firing of white musicians

Only seven patients are currently being treated for coronavirus at Princess Grace Hospital. Of the five residents, one is in intensive care.

Fiat 500 Club marks end of summer

The Fiat 500 Monte-Carlo Club is holding its third end-of-summer cavalcade, which has become an unmissable end-of-season event in the Principality.

Three new cases, 10 recoveries

There was more good news on Thursday, September 16, when Monaco’s Government announced that three residents had tested positive for coronavirus in the previous 24 hours while 10 residents had fully recovered.

Robert Gelli visits Strasbourg

Robert Gelli, Secretary of State for Justice and Director of Judicial Services, visited Strasbourg on September 13 and 14 on a working visit...

READER EVENT: NEWS.MC will be hosting the first in a series of Supper with a Sponsor evenings at the Pacific Restaurant on Monday, September 27. The guest sponsor of NEWS.MC, publisher of Monaco Daily News and Good Morning Monaco, will be Irene Luke of Savills Monaco. There will be no formal speeches, but a great opportunity for mixing, starting with a welcome drink from 19:00 and a three-course meal with wine and coffee included. The all-in cost is 70 euros per person. Spaces are limited due to coronavirus restrictions. Please book by emailing hello@news.mc, with the subject Sponsor Evening. Strictly first-come first-served.

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

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Prince Albert makes it a first for a head of state

HSH Prince Albert took to the skies above Monaco on Tuesday in a two-seat all-electric aircraft, the Pipistrel Velis.

Numbers in hospital continue to fall

Only seven patients are currently being treated for coronavirus at Princess Grace Hospital. Of the five residents, one is in intensive care.

France and Monaco collaborate on Ocean

The Oceanographic Institute and France’s National Space Studies Centre are strengthening their collaboration for a better knowledge of the Ocean.

New developments of Monaco

Monaco is growing. With new developments being constructed across the Principality, there are more new properties for sale now than there ever have been...

Packed new season at Princess Grace Theatre

The 2021-2022 Princess Grace Theatre season has been announced, and it is an immense one, as no less than 30 events comprise the upcoming program.

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

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National Council approves Health Pass sanctions

Monaco’s elected National Council met in high security on Tuesday night to discuss the controversial bill that requires health professionals to be double-jabbed or face serious sanctions.

Anti-Health Pass protest at CHPG

Demonstrators gathered outside the Princess Grace Hospital from 16:00 on Tuesday, September 14, to protest against Government proposals to punish health professionals who refuse to be double-vaccinated against coronavirus.

Lagerfeld sale to be in Monaco

After many months of legal uncertainties following the designer’s death almost three years ago, Sotheby’s is to start selling items from Karl Largerfeld’s extensive estate in December this year.

MonacoUSA is networking again

The highly-anticipated networking events organised by MonacoUSA resumed on Tuesday, after almost a year exclusively on social media...

Further improvement in coronavirus figures

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, September 14. Eight were reported to have fully recovered.

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021

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Infection rate falls sharply

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, September 13. Ten residents were reported to be fully-recovered.

Shortage of nursery places being addressed

A number of families may be disappointed by not being able to find a nursery place for their children next spring, but the shortage of places is being addressed...

Light continues to shine on local artists

A whole host of varied and talented artists have put their art on show in yet another exhibition organised by Joris Brantuas and Dave van Dorst at the L’Entrepôt gallery...

A glorious festival of classic yachting

On the Mediterranean classic yacht circuit, Monaco Classic Week stands out as the only one to bring together an exclusive range of classic sailing and motor yachts, selected and invited by the Yacht Club de Monaco.

REMINDER: MonacoUSA: Beach Party - Tuesday September 14, starting 18:00 at the Neptune Monaco Beach, Larvotto. “We will have a Social Media "Photo Competition" Sponsored by Natalia of "Vino Royale Monte-Carlo.” We will also take a moment for a toast to Kate Powers as this is the first even without her presence." Free Admission - Everyone Welcome!

Also on Tuesday: The National Council will debate the Health Pass in closed session - NEWS.MC will be there to report.

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Monday, September 13, 2021

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Government stands firm on Health Passes

Recent well-attended protests in the Principality aimed at the Health Pass have clearly rattled the Government.

One new coronavirus case on Sunday

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, September 12, while five residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

Jabs creep up to 69 percent

The Monaco Government announced on Friday, September 10, that 68.97 percent of the total population has received a first injection of coronavirus vaccine, or 76.82 percent of those over 12.

Monaco not so thrilled by 0-2 home loss

AS Monaco suffered another serious loss in France’s Ligue 1 on Saturday, September 11, with a 0-2 defeat at home to Marseille.

Mayhem at Monza

It has been an extraordinarily busy, and now dramatic week for Formula 1, as the iconic Monza circuit witnessed McLaren take first and second place after a serious crash between Lewis Hamilton and his young rival, Max Verstappen...

F1 driver shift continues

It’s official, George Russell will replace Valtteri Bottas alongside Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes on a long term deal. A move that everyone could see coming after the Finn announced his own move...

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Friday, September 10, 2021

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Hospital professionals voice opposition

An estimated 250 protesters gathered at Place des Moulins on Thursday afternoon where several speakers from the healthcare sector spoke against the imposition of the Health Pass on nurses and other health professionals.

Fewer coronvirus patients in hospital

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, September 9. Ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

Back to the library after 'the Thing'

Evelyn Conlon enlivened the first live event at Princess Grace Irish Library since the easing of coronavirus restrictions.

Monaco to host Junior Masters

The Monegasque Tennis Federation has announced that the 2021 edition of the Tennis Europe Junior Masters will come to the legendary clay courts of the Monte-Carlo Country Club.

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

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Health Pass sit-in planned for 15:30

Part 2 of the anti-Health Pass campaign led by Sharon Rochetin and her Facebook group will take place on Thursday, September 9, at Place des Moulins...

Monaco firefighters mourned at Cathedral ceremony

The funeral mass for the two Monaco firefighter victims of a tragic road accident took place at the Cathedral of Monaco on Wednesday, September 8.

Belarusian thief 'was following custom'

A 36 year-old building worker of Belarusian origin has appeared in court in Monaco charged with thefts from FNAC.

Eric Blair, insurance broker and Honorary Counsul

SPECIAL FEATURE: Ian Brodie interviews Eric Blair...

Seven new cases, three recoveries

Seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, September 8, while three residents were declared fully-recovered.

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

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'No double standards' in the classroom

Isabelle Bonnal, Commissioner General of National Education, Youth and Sports, said on Tuesday morning that whether a child has a health pass or not will not determine the course of action...

Thirteen new coronavirus cases on Tuesday

Thirteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, September 7. Two residents were reported to have fully recovered.

Reader event: Supper with a NEWS.MC sponsor

NEWS.MC will be hosting the first in a series of Supper with a Sponsor evenings at the Pacific Restaurant on Monday, September 27...

Vivendi Apparel donates specialist kit

Vivendi Apparel, the specialist compression fitness wear company, has put its design talents into gear to create and donate the specialist kit for riders in the charity fundraising ‘Cycling with Champions Challenge’...

Up at the Library

The Princess Grace Irish Library is once again hosting live events, and this Thursday, September 9, Evelyn Conlon will give a talk on the value of literature and libraries. Evelyn will also read from the story Up at the Library...

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Tuesday, September 7, 2021

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Twins start school life on the Rock

Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella started school life on Monday, September 6, at the Institution François d’Assise-Nicolas Barré on the Rock of Monaco Ville.

Sovereign family marks Irish roots of Princess Grace

Prince Albert took the twins, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, along with him on his weekend trip to Ireland.

A Kabul connection

While we watched in horror from afar the debacle of the American and British retreat from Kabul, a Monaco resident who lived in Afghanistan felt the pain much more deeply...

Alfa-Romeo announces signing of Valterri Bottas

Alfa Romeo Racing has announced the signing of Valtteri Bottas on a multi-year deal, which is set to begin with the upcoming 2022 season.

Six new cases, 10 recoveries on Monday

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, September 6. Ten residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

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Monday, September 6, 2021

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Health Pass demo draws large numbers

Between 750 and 800 people took part in a protest march against the Monaco Health Pass on the afternoon of Saturday, September 4.

Princess Charlene released from hospital

HSH Princess Charlene was in a stable condition on Friday, following her release from hospital following an overnight stay, her Foundation said.

Ladies Rally celebrates La Dolce Vita

One of Monaco’s outstanding annual charity events marked its eighth edition on Sunday, September 5, as 60 ladies embarked on a rally in vintage and other interesting vehicles, departing from Cafe de Paris after a leisurely breakfast.

Two new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Just new new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Sunday, September 5, while five residents were declared fully-recovered...

Verstappen over Hamilton as Dutch gain home win

Max Verstappen took top spot in the F1 championship rankings with a 20-second win over arch-rival Hamilton on Sunday.

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Friday, September 3, 2021

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Health Pass demo gets green light

The first of three planned demonstrations against the Health Pass in Monaco has been authorised by the authorities.

Monaco ready for new school year

The Principality’s Director of Education Ms Isabelle Bonnal was on top form as she told the press on Thursday of the plans for the new school year that starts on Monday, September 6.

Nine new cases, 12 recoveries, on Thursday

Nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, September 2. Twelve residents were declared fully-recovered.

Raikkonen announces retirement from F1

After two decades of racing at the pinnacle of motorsport, Kimi Raikkonen has announced his retirement from Formula 1 at the end of the 2021 season.

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Second firefighter dies from injuries

A second Monaco fireman has died from his injuries following the multiple accident on Tuesday, August 31, on the RD 6202 departmental road around Puget-Théniers, above Nice. He was 22 years old...

'False' resident must pay $137 million Swiss bond

Swiss newspapers reported on Wednesday, September 1, that Prakash Hinduja must pay 125 million Swiss francs as collateral as an investigation continues into tax evasion allegations.

National Council meeting health sector unions

Monaco’s elected body is consulting health sector unions in the Principality on a proposed new law that could lead to the suspension or dismissal of health professionals...

Ten new cases, three recoveries

Thirteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, August 31. Eleven were declared fully-recovered.

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Demo organisers put Government on spot

Opponents of the Health Pass in Monaco have asked the authorities to permit three protest demonstrations. So far, the Government has been non-committal...

Monaco firefighter killed and three injured

At around 17:30 on Tuesday, August 31, a tragic traffic accident on the RD 6202 departmental road around Puget-Théniers, above Nice, took the life of a Monaco firefighter.

Savills market report September 2021

Savills Monaco has found the market more active than usual in August, with all sorts of nationalities and profiles, Eastern European and British especially.

Thirteen new cases, 11 recoveries

Thirteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, August 31. Eleven were declared fully-recovered.

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Death announced of Monaco personality Kate Powers

Kate Powers, co-founder of the Stars’N’Bars restaurant in Monaco and one of the Principality’s most beloved adopted citizens, has died after a brief illness.

Sharp fall in coronavirus infections in Monaco

The benchmark coronavirus infection rate in the Principality on Sunday, August 29, stood at 130.38 per 100,000, down from 192.96 seven days previously.

EU loses patience with US, recommends travel restrictions

The European Council on Monday removed the US from its ‘safe list’ of countries from which travellers can visit the European Union without restrictions during the current coronavirus pandemic.

DULY NOTED: Travellers arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 and 5 are enduring waits of up to three or four hours as border officials check coronavirus papers. Families are the worst affected, as children cannot use the e-gates.

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Superyachts gain in popularity as pandemic endures

If there were a league table for superyachts, Italy would come out top, according to Bloomberg. A total of 228 superyachts have been cruising off the Italian coast over the five days to August 27...

Monegasque businessman wins UK legal case

Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, chairman of Silversea Cruises, has won a court case in London against a former business collaborator...

Monaco hits 67.6% for first jabs

A total of 25,930 people have received the first coronavirus jab in the Principality, accounting for 67.6 percent of those eligible – over the age of 12.

No new coronavirus cases on Sunday

No new cases of coronavirus were reported on Sunday, August 29. Eight residents were reported to have recovered fully.

Belgian GP cut short by downpour

After a long break from Formula 1 action throughout August, the Belgian Grand Prix was finally upon the fans of the motorsport...

AS Monaco finally find success in Ligue 1

After a rather forgettable recent run of performances, AS Monaco have finally found success in the 2021/22 Ligue 1 season, with a 2-1 victory over Troyes on Sunday, August 29.

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French administration brings out its big guns

Anxious to prove that everything is pretty much under control as schools prepare for the annual big event – rentrée – on Thursday next week, a slew of government ministers took to the airwaves of France...

Macron caught between left and right

On a visit to Dublin on Thursday, President Macron hit back at claims from political opponents on the right that he had been naive in his approach to the Afghan crisis which entered a new stage of meltdown after bomb attacks in Kabul.

Seven new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, August 26. Five residents were declared fully-recovered.

Topless sunbathing reaches rock bottom

As the world celebrates World Topless Day (August 26), the most recent figures show that the practice of sunbathing topless in France has fallen to a record low.

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Princess shares family snaps

HSH Princess Charlene has posted a number of photos on her Instagram account showing the family reunited in South Africa.

Parisian students learn hard lesson

Two students from the Paris region have appeared in court in Monaco after beating someone they perceived as being homosexual...

Josephine Baker's Monaco connections

Entertainer, resistance fighter and anti-racism campaigner Josephine Baker, who has been elevated to a place in France’s Panthéon, had a long involvement in the life of Monaco...

More recoveries than new cases

Eighteen Monaco residents were declared fully-recovered

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Growing unease as French schools plan for return

With back to school fast approaching, there is growing concern that the pandemic situation in France will take a serious turn for the worse.

Winegrowers count cost of recent Var fires

Last week’s disastrous forest fires north-west of Saint-Tropez damaged a number of vineyards, most of which produce rosé wine.

Monaco Red Cross comes to aid of Haiti

While the world is mesmerised by unfolding events in Afghanistan, another catastrophe has been playing out on the other side of the world as Haiti tries to recover from a murderous earthquake...

Fifteen new cases in Monaco

The Monaco health authorities reported on Tuesday, August 24, that 15 more Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus over a 24-hour period.

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Government pushes free post-holiday tests

Monaco will continue to offer free tests for coronavirus until September 11, “in order to avoid a new epidemic rebound.”

Disquiet over pandemic stats in Alpes-Maritimes

The number of patients in intensive care with coronavirus in the neighbouring French Department has risen to 80, close to the peak of 84 reached in April 2020.

Eight new cases - infection rate stable

Eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, August 23. Fifteen were declared fully-recovered.

Beatrice crowned most stylish European royal

The UK society magazine Tatler has named Beatrice Borromeo of Monaco the most stylish European royal, praising her ‘penchant for Valentino, Armani Prive and Chanel’.

Players and fans injured as carnage ensues

A Ligue 1 match between Nice and Marseille descended into chaos at the Allianz Riviera Arena on Sunday, August 22.

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Russian avoids jail after beating girlfriend

A Russian resident of the Columbia Palace on ave. Princesse Grace has avoided spending time in jail, despite beating his girlfriend so violently that her nose was broken.

PACA and Monaco have jabbed similar numbers

In Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur the proportion of people who have received at least one dose of coronavirus vaccine stands at 68 percent, as of Thursday, August 19...

Vaccinated in France 8-times less likely to contract coronavirus

Those who have been vaccinated against coronavirus are eight-times less likely to contract the disease and 11-times less likely to end up in intensive care, according to a report...

Just four new coronavirus cases

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, August 22, while ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

AS Monaco lose again, this time against Lens

It has been an admittedly slow start to the 2021/22 Ligue 1 season for AS Monaco, as the club has recorded another loss, this time against RC Lens on Saturday, August 21.

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Monaco relaxes important Health Pass rules

From Monday, August 23, a Health Pass will be needed to access cafes, bars and restaurants in the Principality...

National Council welcomes Health Pass decision

The elected National Council issued a press statement on Thursday, August 19, following the decision by the Government to water down some provisions of the Health Pass that comes into effect on August 23.

Six new cases, 20 recoveries

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, August 19. Twenty were declared fully-recovered.

Art3f Art Fair returns for second year

After a successful first edition in 2020, the Art3f International Contemporary Art Fair returns to the Principality this year, starting on August 27 and running until August 29.

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Var fire claims two lives

The huge fire west of Saint Tropez has claimed two victims, a man and a woman in their fifties. There is also concern that a 32 year-old woman living in a small hamlet at the centre of the conflagration has also perished...

Narrow miss for boaters in Bay of Saint-Tropez

Holidaymakers off the coast of Saint-Tropez had a narrow escape when a Canadair firefighting plane grazed their unlicensed vessel...

Nineteen new cases in Monaco

Nineteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, August 18. Fifteen residents were declared fully-recovered.

Costly Maybourne Riviera project finally complete

After six years of construction the Maybourne Riviera hotel in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin is complete.

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Macron visits site of disastrous fire

President Emanuel Macron visited the scene of the fire in the Var that caused the evacuation of 7,000 people on Tuesday...

Wildfires close to Saint-Tropez destroy large area

Fierce fires that broke out overnight from Monday to Tuesday have destroyed large areas of brush and woodland west of Saint-Tropez, forcing the evacuation of thousands of holidaymakers.

Infection rates fall in Monaco and Alpes-Maritimes

A total of 6,084 PCR and antigen tests were carried out on residents and non-residents in the Principality between August 9 and August 15.

Six Monaco residents test positive

Full recoveries numbered 13 on Tuesday, August 17, while six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus.

AS Monaco defeated in Champions League play-offs

AS Monaco continue to avoid winning a match, as they lost by 0-1 to Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk at the Stade Louis II on Tuesday, August 17.

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Free coronavirus tests continue

Despite an announcement in mid-July that PCR coronavirus tests will no longer be offered free of charge from August 15, Monegasques and residents can continue to avail themselves of this service...

After Afghan rout, Macron makes noises

In an appeal that seems as certain to fall on deaf ears as a US appeal for the Taliban to be tolerant, French President Emanuel Macron on Monday said that France will do all it can to ensure that Russia, the US and Europe will respond with a common purpose.

Fifteen new cases on Monday, August 16

Fifteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, August 16, while 11 were declared fully-recovered.

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Le Fisc will use spy-in-the-sky Google

Hot on the heels of last week’s announcement that Apple will take on the role of policeman in finding child abuse images comes a report that Google has been enlisted by France’s notorious tax authorities to identify swimming pools...

Another English rule change on vaccines

The English health authorities decided on August 12 to change the rules on vaccine eligibility for arrivals from amber list countries. Travellers who have been inoculated with two different vaccines will have to quarantine on arrival.

Weekend finishes on better note

Only one resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, August 15. Ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

First dose vaccine coverage reaches 72 percent

The number of people vaccinated in Monaco has reached 24,913 individuals.

Monaco fall short against Lorient

AS Monaco seem to have gotten off to a slow start this Ligue 1 season, having drawn with FC Nantes before their 1-0 defeat against FC Lorient on Friday, August 13.

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Unvaccinated account for almost all cases

Only one patient hospitalised at Princess Grace Hospital since the start of July had been fully vaccinated, Director of CHPG Benoîte de Sevelinges said on Wednesday.

Watch out in Saint Tropez - muggings galore

A British millionaire who spends half his time in Monaco has been mugged in Saint Tropez by two men who took his Richard Millie watch valued at more than 400,000 euros.

James Bond to revisit Casino

Agent 007 is set to return to the Principality once again. The new James Bond film, entitled ‘No Time to Die’ will be premiered to a very select audience at the Casino on September 29...

Five residents test positive

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, August 12, while 19 were declared fully-recovered.

DULY NOTED: Firefighters in Italy were called to more than 500 blazes on Wednesday, as scorching temperatures hit the south of the country. Sicily recorded a high of 48.8 C and four deaths were reported.

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One more coronavirus-related death

A 75 year-old Monaco resident who had tested positive for coronavirus has died, the Government announced on Wednesday.

Death of Gianluigi Gelmetti of OPMC

There has been an outpouring of affection for Italian and Monegasque conductor Gianluigi Gelmetti whose death was reported on Wednesday, August 11.

Monaco-flagged yacht wins Fastnet race

The daunting Fastnet Race off the UK and Irish coasts has been won by Monaco-flagged Skorpios with Dmitri Rybolovlev at the helm.

Charter yacht destroyed in fiery blaze

In the early hours of Wednesday morning, August 11, an alert was issued that a motor yacht called Reine d’Azur had become engulfed in flames.

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Twenty-nine positive tests for coronavirus

Twenty-nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, August 10. Eighteen residents were declared fully-recovered.

MonacoUSA looks for members to join NY team

MonacoUSA board member Merrily Lustig-Tornatore and her husband Rémy have already signed up for the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Series in New York, an event that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers...

Lamborghini Countach set for comeback

A new Lamborghini Countach has been announced by the iconic Italian marque, 50 years on from the birth of the original as a prototype at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show.

AS Monaco victorious over Sparta Prague yet again

Having beaten Sparta Prague 0-2 in the Czech capital in the previous week, AS Monaco finished the job with a big 3-1 win over Prague at home on the pitch of the Stade Louis II...

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Monaco mobilises for Moneyval inspection

The Principality could find itself on the so-called grey list of countries that do not fully cooperate with other states in the fight against money-laundering and the financing of terrorism.

Co-founding Netflix exec invests into UseCrypt

Co-founding senior executive of Netflix and president of MoviePass and Redbox, Mitch Lowe has joined UseCrypt, investing 3.5 million USD into the telecommunications platform.

Recoveries outpace new positive tests

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, August 9, while 12 residents were declared fully-recovered.

UK's ethnic minorities lag behind

Distrust of vaccines and religious reservations mean that a much lower percentage of ethnic minorities in the UK have been inoculated against coronavirus, resulting in higher numbers of hospitalisation and deaths and the persistence of coronavirus hotspots.

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Important Health Pass restriction eased

Health Minister Olivier Véran has loosened one of the most important restrictions that come into effect on Monday, August 9, as the Health Pass enters almost areas of French life.

Long-serving minister steps down

Marie-Pierre Gramaglia, Minister of Infrastructure, the Environment and Public Works, is one of the longest-serving member of Government, having first taken up her position in January, 2011.

Just one new case on Sunday

Only one Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, August 8. Twenty-one new cases had been reported on Friday and 12 on Saturday, taking the three-day total to 34.

Lucky draw for Nantes

AS Monaco hosted FC Nantes at the Stade Louis II for their opening match of the 2021/22 Ligue 1 season on Friday, August 6. The occasion was made all the more special...

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France leaves UK amber-plus list

Fully-jabbed travellers will be able to return to UK from France without having to self-isolate, the UK administration has announced.

Big jump in coronavirus hospital cases

Thirteen residents were among the 24 patients receiving treatment for coronavirus at Princess Grace Hospital on Thursday evening, August 6. The Government did not stipulate how many were in intensive care.

Monaco surpasses two-thirds jabbed with first dose

The Monaco Government has announced that as of Tuesday evening, August 3, 67.11 percent of the population aged over 12 has now received a first dose of vaccine against coronavirus...

Monaco extends vaccination to all employees

The aim is to complete its vaccination program with vaccination coverage for its entire resident population as well as to its workers...

DULY NOTED: A leading member of the Yellow Vest movement has been arrested after allegedly replacing the official portrait of President Macron with a QR code in the town hall of Besançon. He is being investigated for “outrage against a person in authority” and theft, presumably of the portrait of Mr Macron, and remains in custody.

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Corona virus outbreak at SBM causes concern

The Société des Bains de Mer has been facing challenging times since the start of the coronavirus pandemic and has had to slim down its workforce in the face of serious financial challenges. Now it faces a new challenge...

Belarus art expo keeps us guessing

An art expo at Monaco’s Espace 22 gallery, located at 24 blvd. d’Italie, showcases the art of several Belarusian artists at a time when Belarus and the murderous activities of its regime are very much at the forefront of the news.

Three residents in intensive care

Fourteen new positives of coronavirus were reported as a result of testing on August 4. Fifteen residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco welcome two new summer signngs

It has been a busy summer for AS Monaco, who have now welcomed two new signings, both on a five-year contract deal lasting until 2026.

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Disappointing jump in cases in Monaco

The number of Monaco residents testing positive for coronavirus jumped to 29 on Tuesday, August 3.

Polite stand-off between campaigners and Government

A meeting between Government ministers and Monaco anti-pass campaigners lasted more than two hours on Monday, but as expected there was no resolution of deep differences.

Swiss National Day celebrated in style

The Club Suisse de Monaco celebrated Swiss National Day in absolute red-and-white-style at the Horizon Deck of the Fairmont in Monaco on Sunday, August 1.

EU talks about sanctions to tackle Belarus

The European Union will consider sanctions against migrant smugglers and those involved in human trafficking to address a surge in “irregular” border crossings from Belarus...

AS Monaco silence haters with big win in Prague

AS Monaco kicked off their UEFA Champions League campaign with a touch of Côte d’Azur class, as the Monegasques responded to rather unsporting crowds in the Generali Arena with two red and white goals...

DULY NOTED: Coronavirus remains at the forefront of many people's concerns, and NEWS.MC will endeavour to keep on top of the fast-changing situation during the rest of this summer. In the meantime, as we enter the cucumber season, we will be reporting also on stories with a wider European scope.

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Many tests; encouraging incidence rate in Monaco

While the benchmark coronavirus infection rate in the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes has rocketed to 742, with no sign of slowing, the figure per 100,000 inhabitants in Monaco stood at 276.4...

Six new cases, 14 recoveries

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, August 2, while 14 were declared fully-recovered.

Coronavirus case rates rocket, but few deaths

The benchmark coronavirus infection rate in the Alpes-Maritimes stood at 742 on the first day of August, and at over 1,000 in Cannes, according to Public Health France. Both figures are a record.

IKEA opening pushed back to next spring

Already delayed by the first lockdown, the completion of the huge IKEA store on the Var Plain on the edge of Nice has fallen behind its new schedule.

German warship heads for South China Sea

Germany on Monday sent a warship to the South China Sea for the first time in almost two decades, joining other Western nations in expanding its military presence in the region...

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France has dropped negative test requirement

Travellers from the UK to France no longer need to present a recent coronavirus test result, provided that they are fully-vaccinated against coronavirus. However...

Two restaurants closed for breaking coronavirus regs

Two of Monaco’s restaurants were closed by administrative order last week – each for four days – for breaking the coronavirus regulations.

Sharon's health pass campaign gains rapid momentum

Monegasque Sharon Rochetin has struck a chord with many fellow Monegasques and residents who share her concern about the loss of freedoms implicit in Monaco’s drive to make the Health Pass an everyday part of life in the Principality...

Health Pass protests bigger each week

Attempts by the French government to browbeat the populace into being jabbed against coronavirus are bearing very mixed results...

German International Club raises money for two good causes

The German International Club of Monaco celebrated its 48th Charity Evening a few days ago at the Hotel de Paris, after a break due to the pandemic last year.

Only two new coronavirus cases on Sunday

On Friday 20 Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus, plus 16 on Saturday, while on Sunday the number of new infections fell to two...

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Government clarifies Health Pass eligibility

Monaco’s Ministry of Health has responded to a number of queries raised by NEWS.MC about who qualifies for the Health Pass.

Twenty new coronavirus cases

Twenty Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, July 29. Eleven residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco extends vaccinations for employees

The Government is extending free vaccination to those insured under the Monegasque health schemes to those aged 40 and over...

Bentley looks to luxurious future

At the beginning of July 2020 the Crewe-based car manufacture known as Bentley announced to the world that its Flying Spur has gone green. Well, almost.

Monaco set their sights on Champions League

This summer has been a busy one for AS Monaco, as the Mediterranean club announced signings and enjoyed an almost completely successful pre-season.

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Larvotto venue forced to close because of infractions

A popular restaurant on the beach at Larvotto has been obliged to close for four days because members of staff were found not to be wearing face masks while serving customers.

Nineteen new cases, 22 recoveries

Nineteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, July 28. Twenty-two were declared fully-recovered.

Appetizr: made in Monaco for a better dining experience

NEWS.MC had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing two of the three young entrepreneurs behind Appetizr, an application that aims to streamline the restaurant experience in Monaco.

Artcurial supports Catherine Deneuve charity sale

From September 7 to 14, Artcurial is holding an online-only sale of fashion accessories belonging to Catherine Deneuve for the benefit of the “Les Restos du Cœur” association.

Keeping up with the Monaco Olympic team in Tokyo

Having been postponed to this summer as a result of the global coronavirus outbreak in 2020, the Tokyo Olympic Games are finally upon us, despite a great deal of protest from locals.

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Health Pass needed in restaurants

The Government announced late on Tuesday afternoon that a Health Pass will be needed for all Monegasques, residents and employees to access bars, cafes and restaurants from August 23.

Regional health situation causing concern

The Regional Health Agency (ARS) reported on Tuesday that the benchmark coronavirus infection rate has jumped to 570 from 523 on Monday.

Burglars turn attention to Beausoleil

Three women, between the ages of 24 and 38, have been arrested while carrying out a burglary just metres from Monaco...

Positive take on crypto-currency crash

Yet another crash has rocked the crypto world, leaving some cryptocurrency investors out of pocket and understandably frustrated. However, all hope is not lost...

Eighteen new cases, six recoveries

Eighteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, July 27, while six were declared fully-recovered.

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France celebrates more than 40 million jabbed

President Macron took to Twitter on Monday, July 26, to boost his hardline vaccination campaign. “It is together that we will defeat the virus. We continue!”

Eleven new cases, 14 in hospital

Eleven new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Monday, July 26. Seven residents are among a total of 14 patients being treated for coronavirus at Princess Grace Hospital...

UK's coronavirus rate tumbles

In the UK on Monday, July 26, 24,950 new cases were reported, down from 29,173 new cases on Sunday, July 25, and down from 39,375 new cases seven days ago. The fall in the number of new cases has taken many experts by surprise...

Exciting new look Rallye Monte-Carlo

The opening round of next year’s FIA World Rally Championship and its new hybrid era will be based exclusively in Monaco for the first time since 2006, making the Rallye Monte-Carlo...

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Masks and no music in Alpes-Maritimes

The Prefect of the Alpes-Maritimes Department has ordered that masks must be worn in public places. He also forbade the playing of live music in bars and restaurants...

Six new coronavirus cases on Sunday, 41 for weekend

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, July 25. Ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

French daily puzzled by English muddle

Prestigious French daily Le Figaro has reported on the various problems facing English residents, six days after Monday’s Freedom Day which saw the relaxation of all restrictions.

Enormous success for Artcurial in Monaco

Artcurial enjoyed a very gratifying Monaco Auction Week. “Our enormous success confirms our leadership in Monaco,” the auction house said on Friday, July 23.

Patek Philippe beats all guesstimates

Antiquorum, the Swiss auction house, hit the headlines during the week when a Patek Philippe Nautilus watch sold for an astounding 320,000 euros at its sale at the Hôtel de Paris.

Monaco fight back for win in Germany

For their fourth friendly fixture in the 2021 pre-season, AS Monaco faced off against German side VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday, July 24.

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Monaco Government makes masks compulsory

Faced with a steep climb in the coronavirus infection rate, the Monaco Government announced late on Thursday afternoon that new rules governing the wearing of masks will come into effect on Saturday, July 24.

UK residents "highly thought-of"

British people living in Monaco are highly thought of by the local population, the ambassador told the Speaker of the UK’s House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle.

Curfew may be ordered in Alpes-Maritimes

The benchmark incidence rate in the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes is likely to rise above the 200 per 100,000 people, prompting a return to a number of lockdown measures.

Sixteen new cases on Thursday

Sixteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, July 22, while 12 residents were declared fully-recovered.

Jimmy'z is back three days a week

Starting on Thursday, July 22, Jimmy’z Monte-Carlo is back in action after 16 months in darkness.

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French restaurant owners sound alarm over 'Health Pass'

Not only will restaurant owners and cafe proprietors soon have the burden of checking the vaccination status of their clients, but they will also be obliged to fire their workers who are not vaccinated themselves.

Jabs likely to be compulsory for health workers

Minister of State Pierre Dartout has said that Monaco will move towards mandatory inoculations for all medical staff and carers.

Eleven new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Eleven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, July 21, while ten were declared fully-recovered.

Just one month to go until Regatta

Set to start at noon on Saturday, August 21, the Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta is already building excitement in the yachting world.

Monaco enjoys excellent church-state relations

The Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, made a special visit to Monaco on Sunday, July 18, to mark the 40th anniversary of the elevation of the Diocese of Monaco to the rank of an archdiocese.

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France grasps at herd immunity as cases rocket

Minister of Health Olivier Véran made it very clear on Tuesday in the National Assembly that the country’s strategy is based on herd immunity.

Monaco records 24 new cases, more in hospital

Twenty-four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, July 20. Thirteen were declared fully-recovered.

Bodies come together to strengthen financial controls

An agreement has been signed between the Monegasque Association for Financial Activities (AMAF) and the Service d’Information et de Contrôle sur les Circuits Financiers (SICCFIN), the body that investigates allegations of money-laundering...

Lamborghini Miura steals the show

On Monday, July 19 Artcurial Motorcars held an auction of rare and desirable automobiles at the Hôtel Hermitage, attracting buyers from around the world...

Country Club must ask for Health Pass

From Wednesday, July 21, members of the Monte-Carlo Country Club will be required to present a Health Pass to access all activities at the club, with or without a coach...

DULY NOTED: President Macron has been added to the list of thousands of political leaders and journalists targetted by technology developed by Israeli company NSO.

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Authorities come to aid of troubled restaurants

Cafes and restaurants struggling in the post-pandemic economic slowdown have been offered a helping hand by the Monaco authorities.

Outrage at Israeli firm's spyware targetting journalists

An Israeli company’s spyware was used in attempted and successful hacks of at least 37 smartphones belonging to journalists, government officials and human rights activists around the world, according to an investigation by 17 media organisations...

Cash-strapped concierge stole watch and cheques

A concierge who was working at the Parc Saint Romain residence has appeared before Monaco Criminal Court charged with theft.

Monaco's coronavirus infection rate jumps again

Results from 4,341 PCR and antigen tests in the seven days to the end of Sunday, July 18, reflect an incidence rate of 156.45 per 100,000, up from 91.26 one week earlier.

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France avoids UK's red list, but all travellers must quarantine

UPDATED Sunday, July 18, 19:58: Two government-supporting UK newspapers have reported that the UK authorities had been actively considering placing France on the so-called red list,..

Bizarre accident outside Hôtel de Paris

UPDATED Saturday, July 17 19:37: A 53 year-old man was gravely injured outside the Hôtel de Paris early on Friday evening when a four year-old child took the place of the driver of a Bentley and pressed the accelerator.

Vaccinations creep up, 27 new cases over three days

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, while seven were declared fully-recovered. The Government had announced seven new cases on Friday and 18 on Saturday.

Artcurial's major car auction on Monday

The much-awaited Artcurial car auction takes place on Monday, July 19, at 16:00 in the Salle Eiffel of the Hermitage Monte-Carlo.

Hamilton steals lead from unlucky Leclerc

Monaco’s Charles Leclerc didn’t put a foot wrong throughout the race on Sunday, July 18, on a sizzling Silverstone circuit, but came in second to Lewis Hamilton thanks to a conspiracy...

AS Monaco hold Antwerp to draw in pre-season friendly

AS Monaco remain undefeated in pre-season, as they held Belgian side Antwerp FC to a draw in their third friendly fixture on Saturday, July 17.

NOTICE: A Requiem service will be held on Wednesday, July 21, for Father Walter Raymond, who passed last week. The service will start at 19:30 at Saint Paul’s Church in Monte-Carlo, where Father Walter served as an outstanding and much-loved Chaplain for 10 years until his retirement in 2017. Those attending are advised to come early, as space will be limited.

DULY NOTED: Monaco is to donate 15,000 doses of coronavirus vaccine to the Covax program, which is mainly concerned with providing doses to poorer nations.

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SBM breathes sigh of relief, gears up for autumn

Jean-Luc Biamonti, Deputy Chairman of Société des bains de mer, has welcomed the apparent rebound that’s bringing life back to Monaco’s main hotels and other operations.

Association helpes women with heart disease

For the last four years the Association Femmes Leaders Mondiales Monaco has been raising awareness of cardiovascular diseases, particularly those affecting women.

Six new cases of coronavirus in Monaco

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, July 15. Three residents were declared fully-recovered.

Free access to artmonte-carlo on Saturday

Now in its fifth edition, the art fair presents an even more exclusive and original format than previously with a selection of prestigious contemporary galleries...

A sight to behold- F1 unveils 2022 car

Fans of Formula 1 were treated to a first look at the 2022 season car on Thursday, July 15, ahead of the British Grand Prix.

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Demonstrators take to streets over health pass

It may have been a national holiday in France on Wednesday to celebrate liberty, but Bastille Day was also marked by angry demonstrations in several French cities, including Paris and Lyon...

Eight new cases among Monaco residents

Eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, while three residents were declared fully-recovered.

CMB Monaco commits to remote working

CMB was one of the first banks in Monaco to implement remote work for the majority of its 265 employees at the beginning of the health crisis.

Monaco Art Week offers something for everyone

Monaco Art Week, which opened on Wednesday, July 14, and runs through Sunday, July 18, is an outstanding opportunity to discover the very wide range of art being displayed in 14 art galleries in the Principality.

F1 star falls victim to football mugging

Followers of football may already be well aware of the scenes that unfolded in front of the Wembley Arena in London after the England national team narrowly lost to Italy on penalties in the Finals of the UEFA Euros tournament.

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French flock to vaccination centres in their legions

Following President Macron’s TV address on Monday night stipulating that access to cafes, bars and restaurants will be limited to those who have had two covid shots, there was a stampede to vaccination centres on Tuesday.

Death announced of Father Walter

The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Quebec has announced the death of Father Walter Raymond, the much-loved chaplain at St Paul’s Church Monte-Carlo for ten years until 2017.

Big jump in coronavirus cases in Monaco

The biggest increase in coronavirus cases in several weeks was recorded on Tuesday, July 13.

Major work starts on lifts and escalators

As part of the replacement and renovation plan for 65 lifts and escalators scheduled over the next five years, the Urban Planning Department will proceed this year with the replacement of six escalators...

Monaco sign young German for five seasons

AS Monaco have announced another signing from Germany. The Principality side signed German international Ismail Jakobs from Bundesliga team FC Köln for a total of five seasons...

REMINDER: Monaco's post offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 14, as France marks Bastille Day.

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Macron turns the screws again

While any return to curfews and lockdown has been avoided – and would most likely no longer be accepted by the populace – President Macron has imposed new measures

Whistleblower speaks fondly of Monaco

Days after hearing that he is free to return home to the UK after almost 12 months confined to Croatia, Jonathan Taylor has spoken to NEWS.MC about his hope that Monaco’s reputation can be healed.

Infection rate in Monaco doubles in a week

With more than 3,900 PCR and antigen tests carried out in the seven days to Sunday, July 11, the coronavirus infection rate per 100,000 population has jumped to 91.26 from 41.72 one week earlier.

Boutsen Classic Cars has a home in Monaco's new port

Founded in 2018 by former Formula 1 driver Thierry Boutsen, Boutsen Classic Cars is a brokerage company dedicated to the sale of exceptional vehicles. Offering exclusive representation with a unique international network,

Monaco marks 15 years of diplomacy with Russia

On the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Russian Federation and the Principality of Monaco, Mr. Laurent Anselmi, Minister of Relations Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, addressed a message to Mr Sergeï Lavrov, his Russian counterpart...

DULY NOTED: Monaco's post offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 14, as France marks Bastille Day.

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Uptick in cases blamed on Spanish holidays

The increased number of coronavirus cases in Monaco at the end of last week, with eight new cases on Friday and 11 on Saturday, are the result of holidaymakers returning from Spain...

Health authority pushes romantic jab message

With exhortations to the young of southern France to have coronavirus jabs falling on inattentive ears, the health authority in the Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur region is trying out a more romantic message.

No new cases recorded on Sunday

No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, July 11. One residents was declared fully-recovered. On Saturday 11 new cases...

Busy week for Monaco art lovers

The week starting Monday, July 12, sees two important art events in Monaco, artmonte-carlo and Monaco Art Week. The artmonte-carlo salon is centred on the Grimaldi Forum, starting at noon...

Helmets to raise funds for children's hospital

Almost 100 artist-created helmets will be sold for charity on Saturday, July 17. The sale of the 98 helmets, priced at 800 euros, from the DPM Motors collection will be in the hands of the Artcurial auction house.

Athletics meet sees several records slashed

The Herculis EBS athletics Diamond League event returned to the Principality on Friday, July 9, and brought with it a selection of the world’s finest athletes...

AS Monaco find success against Cercle Bruges

For their second friendly fixture of the preseason, AS Monaco hosted Belgian side Cercle Bruges at their training facility in La Turbie.

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Monaco relaxes coronavirus restrictions

The Prince’s Government has decided to relax certain restrictions from this Saturday, July 10.

Whistleblower 1, Judicial Services 0

It was a struggle that went into a great deal of extra time. UK whistleblower Jonathan Taylor has been freed from an extradition threat after almost 12 months.

Every ISM student secures their place

Following on the news that Monaco students did exceptionally well in this year’s Bac exams, the International School of Monaco is celebrating a year of great achievement in the face of very difficult circumstances.

Delta blues hit Alpes-Maritimes

The dreaded Delta coronavirus variant is causing alarm in the Paca region of southern France.

Rallye Monte-Carlo set to return

Having suffered a late cancellation due to the devastating impact of Storm Alex last year, the fifth edition of the E-Rallye Monte-Carlo is set to return to the windy roads of and above the Côte d’Azur from October 20, 2021.

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Monaco students excel in Bac

Monaco students scored 100 percent success in this year’s Bac results. “It’s a very good vintage...

Monaco Ports turns to Rome

Last week the Monaco Ports Operating Company inaugurated its third port, at Cala del forte in Ventimiglia, a facility with 178 mooring spaces for vessels from 10 metres to 60 metres.

Artcurial sculptures in grounds of SBM hotels

Artcurial will take up its summer quarters on the Riviera, at the Hôtel Hermitage, for one week, from July 17 to 22, in the heart of the eternally elegant Monte-Carlo.

IUM celebrates 2021 Bachelors

On Friday, July 2, the International University of Monaco celebrated its 2021 batch of Bachelors with students and staff alike, at the glamorous Monte-Carlo Country Club.

Four new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, July 7.

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Outrage as Putin moves to annexe Champagne

France’s champagne industry group on Monday blasted a new Russian law that forces foreign producers to add a “sparkling wine” reference to their bottles of champagne...

Puppy killer absent from Paris hearing

The 22 year-old Monaco resident who was arrested and charged with animal cruelty in May this year was absent from the court in Paris on Tuesday when his case came to trial.

Free shuttle to serve the beach

An electric-powered shuttle bus will whisk visitors to Larvotto Beach during the summer.

Six new coronavirus cases on Tuesday

Six more coronavirus cases were reported among Monaco residents on Tuesday, while two were declared fully-recovered.

Grimaldi Forum welcomes young artists

Never failing to educate and entertain, the Grimaldi Forum will offer a series of workshops for children between the ages of seven and 11 years old, from July 12 to July 23.

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Mission accomplished for Michael Flatley

Monaco’s first Streaming Film Festival provided the showcase on Monday for the Premiere of Michael Flatley’s first feature film, Blackbird, which he wrote, directed and starred in as the main character.

Two pan-European thieves sentenced but absent

Two young women were arrested after stealing watches and jewels to the value of more than 120,000 euros from two residential buildings in Monaco.

Rybolovlev takes to the water

Dimitri Rybolovlev, the Monaco-based Russian billionaire and majority stakeholder in AS Monaco, has taken delivery of a very fine racing yacht, Bloomberg reports.

Monaco's coronavirus infection rate drops

The benchmark number of cases per 100,000 population in Monaco has fallen to 41.71 from last week’s 59.97.

Bugatti and Rimac join forces

Keen-eyed enthusiasts of the hypercar in particular could have predicted this mega motoring marriage of two very fast car makers, but it has become official on Tuesday, July 5.

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'Living masterpiece' Larvotto opens to public

HSH Prince Albert, accompanied by Minister of State Pierre Dartout and several other ministers, inaugurated the new Larvotto Beach facilities on Saturday, July 3.

Weekend stats show improvement in coronavirus situation

The total number of new coronavirus cases in Monaco over the three days was seven, with six new cases recorded on Friday, one on Saturday and none on Sunday.

Europe pins hopes on jabs as Delta surges

UPDATED Sunday, July 4, 22:45: French health minister Olivier Véran made it clear on Friday that the best, and possibly the only, strategy to battle coronavirus infections is a speeding-up of the country’s vaccination program.

Grimaldi Forum excels itself with summer expo

The Grimaldi Forum can be counted on to put on a top-class summer show, and this year’s retrospective on Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966) is no exception.

Verstappen takes another victory with ease

Red Bull’s most lethal weapon, Max Verstappen dominated at the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, July 4.

DULY NOTED: Terminal 1 at Nice Airport will reopen for the summer, from July 21 until September 7 at the latest in order to facilitate the processing of incoming passengers whose vaccination documents need to be checked.

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Monaco safe pass available three days early

Pierre Dartout, Minister of State is delighted: “Monaco is there, like the big European countries. As of Friday, people who will be vaccinated or who test negatively will receive the QR code of the Health Pass...

Three new cases of coronavirus in Monaco

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Thursday, July 1, while one resident was declared fully-recovered.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Louise Gréther of Artcurial Monaco...

Artcurial, the leading French auction house, has recognised the importance of having a base in Monaco for many years, and in 2014 opened its office in the Principality under the leadership of Louise Gréther.

Monaco's Ambassador meets top tourism chief

Monaco’s Ambassador in Spain met the Secretary General of the World Tourism Organisation on Wednesday.

AS Monaco unveil new home and away kits

Alongside Kappa, AS Monaco announced their new home and away kits, as well as a new training kit for the upcoming 2021/22 Ligue 1 season on July 1.

DULY NOTED: Italian police officers will be on the lookout for UK passport holders trying to cross the border this weekend. England are playing in Rome against Ukraine on Saturday and UK passport holders currently need to quarantine for five days.

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French expert says it's too late to ban Brits

Professor Jean Francois Delfraissy, a top scientific adviser, has spoken out against plans to put UK nationals on a new travel red list to keep them out.

Between the Rock and a hot Place

Several scores of demonstrators, possibly as many as 200, were blocked from marching to the National Council building on the Rock on a very warm Wednesday afternoon...

One new case, five recoveries

At the mid-point of the week, the Government reported on Wednesday, June 30, one new case of coronavirus among Monaco residents and five full recoveries.

Costamare plunges back into dry bunkers

Monaco-based and New York-listed Costamare has returned to its dry bulk roots with the acquisition in June of 16 bunkers, taking its fleet close to 30 vessels.

eToro expands partnership with ASM

Leading social investment network eToro announced an exciting development in the company’s existing relationship with AS Monaco on Wednesday, June 30.

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Monaco offers mass antibody testing

Monaco has launched a coronavirus screening programme to help citizens and residents know more about their antibody status.

Race against Indian variant may be lost already

The French equivalent of the Centre for Disease Control has predicted that by the end of August 90 percent of new coronavirus cases will be the Indian or Delta variant.

Heathrow gets its act together on Covid testing

As international travel continues to be close to a nightmare, with rules and regulations constantly changing, there has been a sign of progress at London’s Heathrow Airport.

Good news on coronavirus cases in Monaco

The recent uptick in new coronavirus cases in Monaco appears to have passed, with just one new case of coronavirus reported on Tuesday, June 29.

Monaco backs IAEA's cancer initiative

The United States has announced that it will provide $5 million to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for activities in support of cancer care in low- and middle-income countries...

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Monaco's digital identity scheme launched

Minister of State Pierre Dartout launched Monaco’s digital identity at the Oceanographic Museum on Monday, June 28.

Monaco's infection rate exceeds that of France

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, June 28. Ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

Daylight burglar nets heavy penalty

An individual from Nice who used an unlocked back door to access the Monaco mansion of restaurateur Flavio Briatore has been tried and sentenced...

Alexander Nübel joins ASM on two-year loan

AS Monaco have announced the signing of German goalkeeper Alexander Nübel from Bundesliga side Bayern Munich on a two-year loan deal through 2023.

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Russian owner of Black Pearl dies in Monaco

Oleg Burlakov, whose net worth was in the region of $700 million to $1 billion, has died in Monaco at the age of 71...

Princess unable to fly home for anniversary

Princess Charlene is unable to fly back to join her family to celebrate the 10th anniversary of her marriage to HSH Prince Albert on Thursday, July 1.

Ten new coronavirus cases over three days

No residents tested positive for coronavirus in the 24 hours leading up to Sunday evening, while two more residents recovered.

Monaco and Tonga lead the way

The 21st meeting of the United Nations Consultative Process on Oceans and the Law of the Sea was held from June 14 to 18, 2021, under the co-chairmanship of the Ambassador of Monaco...

Uganda rugby captain goes AWOL in Monaco

The captain of Uganda’s national sevens rugby team last week disappeared from his hotel in Monaco where the team was isolated...

Verstappen cruises to victory in Red Bull territory

Max Verstappen enjoyed his second victory in the space of just seven days, as the Dutchman dominated on the Red Bull Ring at the Styrian Grand Prix on Sunday, June 28.

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Monaco health pass unveiled

The Monegasque Government has unveiled the content and terms of Monaco’s new Health Pass, or Pass Sanitaire.

France agrees to impose quarantine on UK arrivals

Following a European Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday, at which Chancellor Merkel repeated her call for a united EU front to dissuade UK visitors, President Macron said that France would fall into line with Germany.

Five new coronavirus cases in Monaco

The long-running saga of coronavirus continued on Thursday with the announcement of five new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents, and five full recoveries.

Summer travellers brace for French strikes

Rail and air passengers face serious disruption next month. Managers in the rail sector have warned of “a serious impact”...

Sotheby's to open pop-up gallery

Sotheby’s will open a private sales gallery in Monaco this summer from July 1 until October, the first “pop up” private sales space for Sotheby’s in Europe.

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UK travellers fear new French clampdown

Although the most recent French move on UK arrivals was a loosening of restrictions, enabling entry for double-jabbed travellers without a compelling reason, the tide has turned in the opposite direction.

Vaccinations and testing move to Auditorium Rainier III

As the programme of summer events at the Grimaldi Forum gathers pace, the venue for vaccinations and testing will move to the Auditorium Rainier III.

Three new cases, four recoveries

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, June 23. Four residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

SBM launches second Swing Monte-Carlo

On Monday, June 21 Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer launched the second edition of Swing Monte-Carlo...

Bentley interior is 'best of the best'

For more than 30 years, Robb Report’s ‘Best of the Best’ has only been awarded to those who have stood apart from their peers for their exceptional craftsmanship...

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Five new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, June 22. Six residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

Golden Nymph award winners announced

Over the course of this year’s Monte-Carlo Television Festival, an international jury of leading actors and industry professionals have attended screenings of all programs in the competition in order to determine the winners of the prestigious Golden Nymph Awards...

Suspended sentence for revenge porn photos

An employee of the Nice town hall has appeared in court in Monaco to answer accusations of having sent nude photos of his former lover after the break-up of their relationship.

100 days to go

Monday, June 22 marks 100 days until the opening of EXPO 2020 DUBAI. Initially scheduled for 2020, this Universal Exhibition was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic...

Monaco at the fore in refugee training program

Monaco, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Bioforce are upping their joint efforts to improve the access of refugees to training and professional development in West Africa.

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Unaoil executive ordered to pay £400,000

A former senior executive of Monaco-based oil and gas consultancy Unaoil, who was sentenced to jail over a bribery plot in post-occupation Iraq, has been ordered to pay 402,466 pounds ($560,000) by a London judge.

Michel Dotta steps down from presidency

After 22 years, Michel Dotta has decided to step down as president of the Monaco real estate chamber, having forewarned his colleagues three years ago that he would not continue in the role.

One new coronavirus case, three recoveries in Monaco

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, June 21, while two others were declared fully-recovered.

Fête de la Mer returns to Monaco

The Principality will once again celebrate the patron saint of fishermen, Saint Pierre, and the Fête de la Mer on Saturday, June 26.

Stade Louis II sees Ireland make history

All eyes were on Stade Louis II on Sunday, June 20, as the World Rugby Sevens Repechage drew to a suspenseful close.

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Investigation opens into child's fatal fall

The death of a six year-old child who fell six floors at the Parc Saint Roman building on Thursday sent shock waves through Monaco...

Lady Moura sold to unknown buyer

Lady Moura, the luxury super yacht that has been a fixture in Port Hercule for many years, has been sold to an unknown buyer by Camper & Nicholsons...

Three new coronavirus cases over three days of weekend

No new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents were reported on Sunday, June 20, following one on Saturday and two on Friday.

Verstappen steals the show at French Grand Prix

Red Bull have taken their third consecutive victory this year with a stellar performance at the 2021 French Grand Prix.

DULY NOTED: Italy has reintroduced quarantine for UK arrivals. On Sunday Belgium ruled that no British passport holders will be allowed to visit. In both cases the Indian variant was cited.

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Terrible tragedy at Saint Roman

A six year-old child has died after falling from the sixth-floor balcony of his mother’s apartment in the Parc Saint Roman tower in the east of the Principality.

No more masks but curfew stays

HSH Prince Albert has relaxed the rules on face masks. Wearing a mask outdoors will no longer be compulsory from June 19...

Positive coronavirus cases continue to rise

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, June 17. The situation at Princess Grace Hospital remains much the same...

APIdays return to the Principality

In 2005, the National Union of French Beekeeping (UNAF) launched the national program ‘The bee, sentinel of the environment’. The Principality began participating in this program in 2011...

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National Council urges end to curfew

Monaco’s elected assembly has called on the Government to further reduce coronavirus restrictions.

France eases lockdown, ends curfew

Prime Minister Jean Castex told a press conference on Wednesday, June 16, that the unpopular night-time curfew will be lifted 10 days earlier than planned...

Seven new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Seven new cases of coronavirus among Monaco residents were reported on Wednesday, June 16.

Mediobanca embraces responsible banking

Mediobanca – CMB Monaco’s shareholder – has adhered to the Principles for Responsible Banking of the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative promoted by the United Nations...

Photovoltaic panles on roof of Ballets de Monte-Carlo atelier

In line with the Monegasque government’s energy transition policy, the Public Buildings Maintenance Service has installed photovoltaic panels on the roof of the Atelier des Ballets de Monte-Carlo.

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BREAKING NEWS: First quarter shows sharp economic downturn

GDP figures for the first three months of 2021 – excluding financial and insurance activities – show a fall of 7.4 percent compared to the same period of 2020, Monaco’s statistical office reported on Tuesday, June 15.

Six new coronavirus cases reported on Tuesday

The number of new coronavirus infections among Monaco residents rose to six on Tuesday, June 15, for the previous 24 hours.

Money launderer escapes with 150,000 fine

An Italian described as a restaurateur has been found guilty of money laundering over a period of several years.

Five long-term charters for Navios

Navios Maritime Partners, the Monaco-based owner and operator of dry cargo vessels, announced on June 15 that it has secured new long-term time charters for five containerships.

Celebrate Bloomsday with the Princess Grace Irish Liibrary

The Princess Grace Irish Library has got a treat for the Principality with its very first Bloomsday. Actors from the Monaco-Ireland Arts Society will be accompanied by music...

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Monaco calls for prudence as coronavirus rates rise

The coronavirus infection rate in Monaco has more than quadrupled in the last week, from 10.43 to 44.33 per 100,000, prompting the Government to issue an appeal for continued vigilance.

UK takes step back as case numbers rocket

In a move that tacitly recognises its own dismal failings, the UK government has delayed the ending of all coronavirus restrictions for at least four weeks from June 21, the original target date.

New roundabout at Saint Devote

The Direction de l’Aménagement Urbain (DAU) will change the traffic pattern around Place Sainte Dévote from June 12 until the end of September, 2021.

Avenue d'Ostende to be renewed

The Direction de l’Aménagement Urbain (DAU) has launched a project with the purpose of renewing the telephone networks, public lighting, sanitation and water supply of Avenue d’Ostende.

International show jumping returns

Having been postponed by the pandemic, the 15th Monte-Carlo International Show Jumping competition returns and will take place on the Darse Sud from from July 1 to 3, 2021.

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Wealthy Parisians face torrent of violent robberies

The very wealthy have been the targets of thefts and robberies since time immemorial, but matters have taken an alarming turn for the worse in Paris, where a new plague of violence and theft stalks...

Nine new cases over three-day weekend

A total of nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus from Friday, June 11 until Sunday, June 13, inclusive.

Monte--Carlo Country Club plays special tribute

On the occasion of the first anniversary of Baroness Elizabeth-Ann de Massy’s passing, the Monte-Carlo Country Club paid a special tribute to an exceptional president...

SPECIAL FEATURE: Lorenza von Stein

The Lorenza von Stein real estate agency in Monaco is owned and run by the mother and daughter team of Angela and Annabelle Kleiber.

Numbers jabbed in Monaco reach 54.7 percent

An increase in the rate of inoculation over the last seven days to Thursday, June 10, has resulted in 54.7 percent of the total population aged 12 and over being fully-vaccinated, the Government said on Friday.

MTE tackles yachting and sustainable development

Monaco’s Mission pour la Transition Énergétique (MTE) hosted a conference at the Yacht Club de Monaco to discuss the role of sustainable development in the yachting sector.

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Lockdown measures to be relaxed from Saturday

In light of the much-improved health situation in Monaco, the curfew is to be moved back to midnight from this Saturday, June 12.

Two new challenges for local drivers

Motorists coming into Monaco from the A8 will soon have something else to worry about other than the traffic jam that awaits them, thanks to the installation of new radar towers.

President helps represent Georgian wines

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili was in Monaco on Thursday to help present 12 varieties of Georgian wine at the Wine Palace.

Two new cases, four recoveries

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, June 10, while four were declared fully-recovered.

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Three new cases again on Wednesday

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the 24 hours to Wednesday evening.

Another slap in the face for French leaders

France’s Prime Minister must isolate for seven days after his wife tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, June 9.

Flights to Dubai restart next month

Emirates flights to and from Dubai will operate to and from Nice four times a week from July 2.

Tickets now available for Ocean Challenge

With just one week to go until the highly anticipated Grand Finale of the 2021 Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge, tickets are ready to reserve online.

Death from above - a growing threat

According to Monaco’s Department of the Environment the Principality’s seagull population has not grown in recent years. However, some of them seem to be getting more aggressive.

DULY NOTED: Monaco's National Coumcil has called for an end to the nighttime curfew as the pandemic eases.

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Place du Casino to hold first summer concert

The universally recognisable Place du Casino will host its first major public event on July 16 since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, in the presence of HSH Prince Albert.

Endangered plant poses problem for yachts

This summer boats over 20 metres will no longer be allowed to anchor in certain areas of the Var and the Alpes-Maritimes, according to a report by cnews.fr.

Very nearly back to normal at MCCC

From Wednesday, June 9, the Monte-Carlo Country Club will reopen all its facilities again in line with the French government’s policy of relaxing restrictions and ending lockdown.

Racism and Intolerance Commission visits Monaco

A delegation from the Commission against Racism and Intolerance of the Council of Europe (ECRI) paid a visit to Monaco from May 31 to June 2.

Three new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Three residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, June 8...

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National Council calls for QR code

The elected body has again called for the creation of a QR code to enable inoculated Monaco residents to travel freely within Europe and world-wide.

Forced sale cancelled - legal wrangle to continue

The Crémaillère building site just over the border in Beausoleil is likely to remain in its present form for many more years pending further legal proceedings after the Nice Commercial Court ruled...

Monaco reiterates support for human rights

Laurent Anselmi, Minister of External Relations and Cooperation, delivered a message on behalf of the Principality of Monaco during the recent 131st Session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe.

Streaming Film Festival set to honour Reg Grundy

The Monaco Streaming Film Festival and Grundy Media have joined forces to recognise the highest tier of outstanding contributors in film and global media with the introduction of the Reg Grundy Innovation Award.

Little change in coronavirus figures

Again, no new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Monday, June 7.

DULY NOTED: The sea shuttle set to bring commuters from Nice to Monaco, due to start in August, will not enter service until 2022, due to tendering glitches.

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France eases entry rules for travellers

From this coming Wednesday, June 9, France will relax its entry rules for travellers.

Three days of no new cases in Monaco

No new cases of coronavirus among Monaco residents were reported on Sunday for the third day in a row.

Clandestine party ended in blows

A young man who held a party during curfew in January this year, without his parents’ knowledge, ended up in court facing charges of assault...

French health minister warns on masks

Health Minister Olivier Véran told TV news station BFMTV on Sunday that it was too early for people to stop wearing face masks in public places.

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Italy opens up again for visits

Monaco residents who wish to visit Liguria on short trips can now do so without the need for a PCR or antigen test.

Cinemas in Monaco reopen

As of Wednesday, June 2, Monaco’s Cinéma des Beaux-Arts has opened its doors once again, having been closed as a result of the pandemic for so long.

World Bicycle Day marked in Monaco

The 3rd ‘World Bicycle Day’ fell on Thursday June 3 this year. The special day was created in 2018 by the United Nations to promote the bicycle as a healthy and environmentally-friendly form of transport worldwide.

Grimaldi Forum back in business bigtime

Summer is approaching, and with it the promise for the public of a great recovery in events at the Grimaldi Forum, with three festivals dedicated successively to comedy, television and streaming.

No new cases, no residents in CHPG

No new cases of coronavirus were reported on Thursday, June 3, while one resident was declared fully-recovered.

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Monaco dips into Blue Gold of thermal energy

Monaco’s last remaining oil-fired boiler has been removed in favour of ocean thermal energy, also known as the Principality’s Blue Gold.

Two new coronavirus cases reported

Two new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents were reported this Wednesday, June 2.

Relaunching tourism with digital technology

As the tourist season dawns on Monaco in an unprecedented context this year, it is more clear than ever that digital services play a predominant role at all levels of the sector.

Environmental disaster at sea - response tested

As part of the RAMOGE agreement between Monaco, France and Italy, the Maritime Prefecture of the Mediterranean last week held a RAMOGEPOL exercise to practice responses to pollution along the eastern coast of Cape Corsica...

French road deaths down sharply in 2020

Recently published statistics have shown that 2,541 people died on the roads of metropolitan France in 2020. While this figure may seem very large, it is in fact the lowest recorded toll in France in the entire post-war period.

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One more coronavirus death in Monaco

The Government has announced that a 96 year-old Monaco resident who had tested positive for coronavirus has died.

Nice Airport acquires more reliable wind equipment

Through Meteo France, Nice Airport has acquired more accurate equipment to help detect sudden changes in wind direction and the problem of wind shear.

Sculptures abound in open air in Monaco

Building on the success of the first Monaco Sculptures auction in 2019, Artcurial will soon be holding the second edition. Many of the works can be seen...

Monaco comes out on top, again

Residents of the Principality often become accustomed to the sights and sounds of passing supercars on their home streets, while these same machines draw the attention of tourists in mass numbers.

France 137, UK 0

Not a nightmare rugby score, but a comparison of coronavirus fatalities on Tuesday, June 1. The French figure relates to deaths in hospitals, while the UK figure represents the absence of deaths anywhere in any setting...

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Larvotto reopening to go ahead despite unfinished details

With just a month ago to its long-awaited reopening, the new Larvotto Beach will open at the beginning of July despite some unfinished details.

Government extends ban on plastic in everyday use

The Principality, under the leadership of His Serene Highness the Sovereign Prince, is committed to a process of reducing its waste and aims for zero single-use plastic waste by 2030.

Infection rate falls to new low

Tests carried out over the previous six days to Sunday, May 30, show that the benchmark infection rate per 100,000 population now stands at 7.82. The 3,042 tests were PCR and antigen and included non-residents.

Monaco set to welcome rugby fans

Continuing to play a role in world rugby, the Principality is set to host the final Olympic rugby qualification event ahead of Tokyo ‘2020’, which will actually be held this year after the pandemic postponed the Olympic games.

Top Marques unveil only French NASCAR

The Top Marques team last week unveiled the only NASCAR driven by a French racing driver, Michel Disdier, at the Collection of Cars of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco.

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Further relaxation of coronavirus regulations

The Monaco Government announced on Friday that certain rules relating to the coronavirus pandemic will be relaxed from Monday, May 31.

FT dissects Monaco property market

The prestigious and cooly analytical Financial Times has taken a look at the Monaco real estate market through the prism of the Portier sea extension, now more frequently called Mareterra.

Jabs now open to all adults

By Thursday, May 27, 16,502 Monaco residents had received a first dose of coronavirus vaccine, accounting for 43.03 percent of the total population.

One new coronavirus case over three days

While no new cases were reported on Friday or Saturday, one new case was reported on Sunday, May 30.

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France clarifies new entry rules for UK visitors

Having announced on Wednesday that UK travellers entering France will need to quarantine due to fears about the Indian variant, the French government has specified the exact requirements...

Despite disastrous trading year, SBM reduces debt

Unsurprisingly, given the coronavirus pandemic, Société des Bains de Mer reported a disastrous 12 months to March 31, 2021.

Meridien goes into reverse on lay-offs

Faced with an implied threat of a lightening 24-hour strike during the Grand Prix period, the management of the Méridien Beach Plaza retracted its plan to lay off 31 employees.

Monte-Carlo TV Festival returns in 60th edition

The Monte-Carlo Television Festival is set to return in its 60th anniversary edition this year. The festival will take over the Grimaldi Forum from June 18 until June 22...

One new coronavirus case, one recovery

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, May 27, while one was declared fully-recovered.

DULY NOTED: The annual summer fireworks competition has been cancelled. The four-part international contest attracts large crowds every year to Port Hercule. Last year's competition was also cancelled due to the pandemic.

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France imposes quarantine on UK visitors

France on Wednesday declared a mandatory quarantine period for people coming from Britain due to the increasing prevalence there of a highly contagious coronavirus variant first detected in India.

Ghost building above Cremaillere to be sold

Sitting in Beausoleil but casting a shadow over Monaco, the very unfinished building just above Crémaillère is to sold at auction in Nice to cover a number of outstanding debts.

Belarus accuses France of air piracy

On Wednesday France refused permission for a Belavia airliner to overfly its territory on the way from Belarus to Barcelona, forcing the aircraft to turn around and head back to Minsk.

One new coronavirus case on Wednesday

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, May 26.

Looking back at best lids of GP

The highly anticipated Monaco Grand Prix was a roaring success, as Formula 1 returned to the sunny streets of Monte-Carlo for the first time since 2019.

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Coronavirus infection rates tumble

As of Sunday May 23, the coronavirus infection rate in Monaco stood at 20.86, down from 36.5 seven days previously, the Government reported on Tuesday evening.

Jean-Rene Palacio dies, eged 67

One of Monaco’s most important behind-the-curtains musical figures, Jean-René Palacio, died on Tuesday, May 25, at Princess Grace Hospital at the age of 67.

Vaccination now open for 35-44 year-olds

Thanks to a recent delivery of thousands of doses of Pfizer vaccine, residents between 35 and 44 will be invited to contact the vaccination centre at the Grimaldi Forum to make an appointment.

Cigarette Racing sold to two enthusiasts

Cigarette Racing Team has new ownership with big plans for growth of the company and the future of boat racing across the globe, the company said on Tuesday, May 25.

Charities deliver vaccine against gloom

Monaco Collectif Humanitaire (MCH) has joined forces with “A vaccine against gloom”, of the association ‘Les Képis Pescalunes,’ to deliver colouring kits to hospitalised children in three partner establishments in the Principality and in France.

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France mulls tougher travel rules for Brits

Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has told several media outlets that France is considering placing the UK in a special category for travellers, due to worries about the Indian variant.

Monegasque couple robbed on way home from GP

A Monegasque couple living in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin were robbed by a number of armed men after returning home from the Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday.

F1 legend Max Mosley dead at 81

F1 legend and privacy campaigner Max Mosley has died at his home in Chelsea, aged 81.

Hamilton "not focussing" on war of words

Max Verstappen soared to his first ever Monaco Grand Prix victory on Sunday, May 23 before delivering some words for his rival, Lewis Hamilton.

No new coronavirus cases on Monday

No new cases of coronavirus were reported on Monday for the second day running.

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Leclerc misses out on Monaco Grand Prix

The highly-anticipated 78th Monaco Grand Prix packed a punch, as a drama-filled race saw Formula 1 drivers roar through the Principality’s street circuit once again.

Hopes dashed for Monaco's own driver

Charles Leclerc told Canal + of his great disappointment at being unable to start in Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix, which was won by Max Verstappen.

Forced landing of Ryanair flight: France condemns

France denounced on Sunday what it called the “hijacking” by Belarus of a commercial flight carrying a journalist accsued of reporting unfavourably on its dictator president Alexander Lukashenko.

No new cases and one recovery on Sunday

No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, May 23, while one new recovery was noted.

Princess Charlene misses Grand Prix

HSH Princess Charlene would not be at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend, the Prince’s Palace announced on Friday.

Chequered flag for palm trees

The United Nations designated May 22 as International Biodiversity Day, in which Monaco has played its part.

Monaco draw against Lens

For their last game of what has been an incredible season for them, AS Monaco travelled to the Stade Bolleart to face off against RC Lens.

DULY NOTED: Today, Monday, May 24, is Whit Monday and a state holiday in Monaco.

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Taxi drivers say 'it's not fair'

Stephane Valeri, President of the National Council, is hopeful that a solution will be found for Monaco taxi drivers who are unhappy about recent Government decisions.

Leclerc dominates free practice

Charles Leclerc put in a big shift in Free Practice 2 of the Monaco Grand Prix. The young Monegasque driver displayed confident local knowledge, as he stormed the Principality’s street circuit so rapidly...

Stefano Brancato - Mr Cafe de Paris

NEWS.MC had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing Monsieur Stefano Brancato, the longstanding director of the Cafe de Paris...

Monaco plays its part in bee protection

Thursday, May 20, was World Bee Day, designated by the UN to draw attention to the key role pollinators play, the threats they face and their important contribution to sustainable development.

Two new coronavirus infections on Thursday

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, May 20, while seven were declared to be fully-recovered.

DULY NOTED: Monday, May 24, is Whit Monday and a state holiday in Monaco.

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British whistleblower still faces extradition to Monaco

Jonathan Taylor, the British whistleblower who was arrested in Croatia 10 months ago on an Interpol red notice issued by Monaco, lost an important court case this week...

Disappointment for Monaco is French cup final defeat

AS Monaco has enjoyed a successful journey to the 2021 Coupe de France final in the Stade de France. In a tense final fixture of what has been an epic tournament, Monaco faced off against defending champions Paris Saint-Germain.

No new coronavirus infections

No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, while three were declared to be fully-recovered.

Now open at the Hermitage

After months of preparation, on Wednesday, May 19, Jean-Luc Biamonti, President of the Group Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer and Louis Starck, General Manager of Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, opened the restaurant Yannick Alléno à l’Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo...

DULY NOTED: Monaco’s Grand Prix four-day fiesta starts at 11:30 today, Thursday May 20, with the first of three practice sessions.

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France enters race between relaxation and vaccination

France will have a first taste of freedom from lockdown on Wednesday, May 19, with the opening of outside seating areas for bars, cafes and restaurants...

Three new cases, one hospitalisation and one recovery

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, May 18, while one person was declared fully-recovered.

Quintessentially to offload property division

The UK’s Daily Telegraph reports that a UK-based luxury concierge company, Quintessentially, is planning to spin off its property sales department. The company advertises property for sale in Monaco...

Ban on sale of alcohol extends to supermarkets

“Anticipate your purchases” reads a sign in a Casino Supermarché in Monaco, which goes on to warn shoppers that the sale of alcohol will be prohibited from Thursday, May 20.

Rose competition invites readers to vote

The Association of Friends of the Princess Grace Rose Garden, chaired by Mr Yves Piaget, in partnership with the Urban Planning Department, is organising the fifth edition of the International Rose Competition this year.

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Infection rates fall sharply

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, May 17, while 10 were declared fully-recovered.

Desperate for tourists, France to offer free tests

Although its slow rollout of vaccinations has kept France off the UK’s ‘green list’ of destinations, meaning that visitors must isolate at home for 10 days on their return, the French authorities...

Larvotto set to welcome old and new traders

At the beginning of July, the completely renovated public beach will be open again to residents and tourists.

Monaco Telecom concession renewed for 20 years

The Monegasque state has extended its public concession agreement in force since 2011 in the cable and telecommunications sectors to the national operator Monaco Telecom.

DULY NOTED: A rail strike is likely to disrupt the daily commute to and from Monaco on Tuesday, May 18. Unions are unhappy as SNCF reduces the number of on-board controllers.

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Latest vaccine delivery boosts jab programme

The Government announced on Friday that a recent delivery of Pfizer vaccine has helped increase the total number of first jabs by 926 over seven days...

Curfew put back, other restrictions eased

The Monaco Government announced on Friday, May 14, that curfew will start at 22:00 from Monday, May 17, instead of at 21:00 at present.

No new coronavirus cases in Monaco

No Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, May 16. Three residents tested positive on Saturday and none on Friday.

France meets 20 million jabbing target

Twenty million people in France have been vaccinated with at least a first dose, Prime Minister Jean Castex said on Saturday, May 15.

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New TV channel for Monaco - reports

Prince Albert wants a TV channel, according to France’s news magazine Challenges.

Young woman dies in suspected gas leak

According to the website of French-language newspaper Monaco Matin, emergency services were called out last Thursday after a 24-year-old woman and her pet dog were found lifeless at an address in rue Princesse Marie-de-Lorraine, on the Rock.

UK coronavirus testing scandals exposed

People travelling for business or personal reasons during the pandemic have been obliged to put their trust in UK government-approved testing services. However...

Three new cases, one coronavirus recovery

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, May 13, while one resident fully recovered.

Monaco make it rain in first leg

Through a characterful performance throughout the Coupe de France, AS Monaco have made their way to the national tournament’s semi-finals.

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Lady Moura up for resale

The Lady Moura superyacht, which has been a fixture in Port Hercule for many years, is up for sale through Camper & Nicholson.

French coronavirus cases see slowest weekly increase since last June

France reported 21,498 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, pushing total cases to 5.82 million, 2.02% more than a week ago and the slowest week-on-week increase since late June 2020.

Continued progress on coronavirus in Monaco

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, May 12, while four were declared fully-recovered.

Annual energy transition conference focusses on waste

The annual Energy Transition Conference was held on Monday, May 10 in the presence of HSH Prince Albert and Government Minister Marie-Pierre Gramaglia.

Monaco's Eneti orders wind turbine vessel

Monaco’s Eneti Inc. – formerly Scorpio Bulkers – has announced that it has entered into a binding agreement with Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering for the construction of one WTIV.

DULY NOTED: Today is Ascension and a public holiday in Monaco and France. Huge traffic jams built up in the Paris area as motorists escaped the capital ahead of curfew for a four-day weekend. Monaco's next state holiday is on Monday, May 24, Whitsun.

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Neighbouring French Department continues to see fall in cases

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, May 11, while three were declared fully recovered.

Good Morning Monaco passes 2,000 mark

Good Morning Monaco, the daily newsletter published by NEWS sarl, has passed 2,000 subscribers.

Better than expected results for Scorpio Tankers

Monaco-based Scorpio Tankers Inc. has reported a first-quarter loss of $62.4 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.

Diane Venet collection at Grimaldi Forum

This summer, Diane Venet will exhibit her collection of artists’ jewellery at the Grimaldi Forum, from July 11 to August 19.

AS Monaco unveils its new brand

AS Monaco is pleased to present RISE.RISK.REPEAT., its new brand, which will be used for all of its activities and club exposure and will accompany the Club’s new impetus.

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Monaco and Italy sign teleworking agreement

On Monday May 10 Monaco’s Minister of State and Italy’s Minister of Labour and Social Policies signed an amendment to the General Convention on Social Security between the Principality and the Italian Republic of February 12, 1982, relating to the introduction of teleworking for employees of the Principality residing in Italy.

France's Scientific Council gives unasked for advice

Although the French government had not asked for a report, the state’s Scientific Council has warned in a 36-page document of the dangers of a resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic and a fourth lockdown.

Animal rights group to join prosecution in Paris cruelty case

A 22 year-old Monaco resident with French nationality, studying in Paris, faces charges of animal cruelty following the death of an eight month-old beagle puppy.

Two new coronavirus cases and seven recoveries

Two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, May 10, while seven were declared fully recovered.

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Inoculations up, infection rate down, no new cases on Sunday

The number of Monaco residents who received a first coronavirus jab in the week to Thursday, May 6 was 645, taking the total percentage of the population to 36.33 percent, up from 13,289 a week earlier.

Trips to Italy on the cards from coming weekend

Italy will loosen its rules for arrivals from other European countries, including France and Monaco, from Saturday, May 15.

Monaco E-prix does not disappont in 2021 edition

On Saturday, May 8 the Principality was electrified for the day, as the Formula E Monaco E-Prix returned.

Friends in life and in business

NEWS.MC had the pleasure of interviewing Olivier Blanchy and Arnaud Sbarrato, two of the three co-founders of THE OFFICE, a fresh approach to a business centre in the Principality.

Matazo edges Monaco to victory over Reims

On Sunday, May 9, AS Monaco faced off against Stade Reims away in a regular Ligue 1 fixture.

Leclerc finishes fourth in Spain

Having completed the Portuguese Grand Prix just a week earlier, the fossil-fuelled Formula 1 action picked up this weekend at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix.

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Police HQ to grow by three floors

Monaco’s police headquarters building on rue Suffren-Reymond is not big enough for current needs and will be extended upwards by three floors.

Helmet presentation for fire brigade recruits

On Thursday, May 6, the members of the Monaco Fire Brigade were gathered on the Campanin square in Fontvieille for the ceremony of handing over service helmets to young recruits

New support for companies in energy transition

As part of the Extended Monaco program, the Prince’s Government is pursuing digital transformation by launching a new online process, aimed at Monegasque companies...

Four new cases and four recoveries

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, May 6, while four were declared fully-recovered.

Andersen Global in tie-in with EBC Trust

(Press Release) Andersen Global enhances its presence in Western Europe through a Collaboration Agreement with Monaco-based advisory firm EBC Trust,

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Monaco appalled by Lyon supporters' club post insulting memory of Princess

Monaco has been outraged by a commentary on a Lyon fans’ website that insulted the memory of Princess Grace. The post was published following Lyon’s narrow win against Monaco’s football team at Stade Louis II on Sunday...

Three new coronavirus cases, no residents in hospital

Only three patients are being treated as inpatients at Princess Grace Hospital, and all of them are non-residents.

Benefactors donate two million euros to CHPG

A Monaco couple, Jean and Angela Garavagno, have donated two million euros to the Princess Grace Hospital, in appreciation of the efficiency and also the friendliness of staff.

Principality facilitates travel with Monapass

The Prince’s Government, in collaboration with the Monaco Bus Company and the Mairie, is launching Monapass, a new all-mobility application as well as the new CAM ticketing system.

SBM launches first-ever Festival des Etoiles

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, the highest award-winning Resort in Europe with seven Michelin stars, is launching the ‘Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo’ in its first ever edition this year.

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France to reach 20 million first jabs by mid-May

France remains on track to administer a first COVID-19 vaccine dose to 20 million people by mid-May, a health ministry official said on Tuesday...

France threatens to cut power to Channel Islands

A running conflict between French fisherman and the UK authorities is threatening to escalate.

Automobile Club gives E-prix details

Monaco’s Automobile Club has said that tickets will be free for the fourth Monaco E-Prix on Saturday, May 8.

Three new coronavirus cases among residents

While three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday 10 residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

First Monaco Power of Positive Impact Summit

A thousand participants took part in a worldwide debate on the topic of imagining the world of tomorrow.

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Only one resident in CHPG with coronavirus

Monaco’s health authorities reported eight new cases of coronavirus on Monday, May 3, following no new cases on Sunday. Nine full recoveries were also reported on Monday.

Monaco's infection rate resumes downward direction

Monaco’s coronavirus infection rate returned to its downward trend last week, following 3,262 tests.

France's cases slow but hospitalisations creep up

France’s new daily COVID-19 infections fell to an almost two-months low on average on Monday

Four food outlets closed temporarily

Four of Monaco’s food outlets were ordered to close for four days after being found in contravention of coronavirus regulations.

CMB Monaco's shareholder is now best investment bank in Italy

CMB Monaco’s shareholder, Mediobanca, has been awarded “Best Investment Bank in Italy” at the MF Banking Awards 2021...

DULY NOTED: We apologise for the preponderance of coronavirus news this morning... Hopefully, this will soon change.

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Some further relaxation of coronavirus rules

HSH Prince Albert has decided that the current restrictions relating to the coronavirus pandemic, due to expire at midnight on Sunday, May 2, should continue in force for a further two weeks, but with some small changes.

More than a third of population jabbed

A total of 13,289 residents have now received a first vaccination, amounting to 34.65 percent of the population of Monaco and an increase of 531 on the week, while 11,815 have also received their second jab...

No new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Monaco’s health authorities reported on Sunday, May 2, that no Monaco resident tested positive in the previous 24 hours...

Monaco win Eurocup finals in Russia

AS Monaco basketball made history on Friday by topping host UNICS Kazan 83-86 to become the first French League team ever to win the 7DAYS EuroCup title.

Hamilton soars to victory at Portuguese GP

A Mercedes masterclass saw Lewis Hamilton storm to victory for the second time in the 2021 season, this time at the Portuguese Grand Prix.

Monaco fall short against Lyon

Having enjoyed a remarkable run of six consecutive clean sheet victories ahead of their match on Sunday, May 2 AS Monaco welcomed Olympique Lyonnaise to the Stade Louis II for a Ligue 1 fixture of crucial importance to both teams.

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Macron names dates for lockdown changes

At last President Macron has given details of when current lockdown restrictions will be eased.

Nice Airport checks are random - readers' feedback

Following our report that all the passengers arriving on a UK flight at the weekend were bussed to a coronavirus testing centre on arrival, several readers contacted NEWS.MC to tell of their own experiences flying into Nice Airport from the UK in recent weeks.

Dubai property comes back to life with a bang

Dubai is recording a busy time for top-end residential properties, with March having been the busiest month on record, according to Property Monitor.

Monaco's Sea World Management in Pool venture

Scorpio Pool and Monaco based Sea World Management (SWM) decided to join together on a vintage Pool, focused on one sector: Only handysize tankers over 15 years old, Hellenic Shipping News reports.

Five new cases, 16 recoveries

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday while 16 were declared to be fully recovered.

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Arriving UK passengers bussed to coronavirus testing centre

The only UK airline currently serving Nice is British Airways, and to be able to fly on the usually overcrowded service travellers have needed to provide a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. However...

NEWS.MC partners Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge

NEWS.MC is excited to announce a partnership with the 2021 edition of the Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge.

Trees come back to Larvotto Beach as summer season approaches

Work has continued throughout the coronavirus pandemic on the reopening of Larvotto Beach, as the Monaco Government prioritises getting life back to normal by this summer.

Top woman sailor plays tribute to hero nurses

On Tuesday this week Alexia Barriera met 27 first-year students of the 2020-2023 class of the Nursing Training Institute (IFSI) of the Princess Grace Hospital Centre, of which she is the godmother.

Monaco midfielder tests positive for coronavirus

After AS Monaco’s victory away against Angers SCO on Sunday, April 25 the Principality’s midfielder, Aleksandr Golovin has tested positive for coronavirus.

Five new cases among residents on Wednesday

Monaco’s health authorities reported five new coronavirus cases among residents on Wednesday, while four residents were declared fully recovered.

DULY NOTED: Eighteen serving senior French army officers are to be court-martialled for signing an open letter published last week calling for tougher action in the face of Islamist attacks.

Meanwhile, in the UK a 71 year-old lay preacher has been arrested for repeating from a soapbox outside Uxbridge Station the words of Genesis 1: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” He has been charged with a public order offence, a police spokesperson said.

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Retired French generals call for military coup if nothing is done

The apparent inability of the French political establishment to deal with the growing problem of Islamic separatism within the country has provoked 20 retired army generals and 1,000 other military figures to call for tougher action.

Monaco victorious in first leg of Eurocup finals

Having played exceptionally well throughout the 2021 EuroCup tournament, the Roca Team deservedly arrived at the finals of the European basketball competition.

Three new cases, four recoveries

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, April 27, while four residents were declared fully-recovered.

Boys will be vaccinated, too

(HPV) infections are the cause of most cancers of the cervix. To prevent these cancers, vaccination and screening are the two strands of action that the Prince’s Government is promoting.

Amber Lounge joins forces with Monaco Fashion Council

The 2021 Amber Lounge Monaco Charity Fashion Show has announced a partnership with Monte-Carlo Fashion Week and the Monaco Fashion Council (Chambre Monégasque de la Mode).

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Macron avoids announcing dates for cafe, restaurant, reopening

Despite the fact that more patients were in intensive care in France on Monday, April 26, than at any time since the first surge in coronavirus cases in the spring of 2020, President Macron continues to offer hope that bars, cafes and restaurants will start to open from as early as May 3.

French new COVID cases slow

New COVID-19 cases in France saw the lowest week-on-week increase since early March on Monday, but pressure on hospitals remained high...

Isabelle Bonnal appointed Commissioner General

Ms Isabelle Bonnal has been promoted to the grade of Commissioner General in charge of Department of National Education, Youth and Sports, by Sovereign decree.

Seven new cases, two residents in hospital

Seven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, April 26, while four residents recovered.

Monaco Telecom offers free access to Roca Team game

All LaBOX subscribers will be able to follow the Roca Team match against Unics Kazan for free from 18.30 on channel 132 on LaBOX.

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Further coronavirus-related death in Monaco

A Monaco resident aged 83 who had tested positive for coronavirus died on Sunday, the Monaco health authorities said.

Historic Grand Prix enjoys roaring success

The 12th Historic Monaco Grand Prix enjoyed a roaring success on its return to the Principality this year. Seven races spanned several decades of Formula 1...

'There is nothing more exciting than Monaco'

On Friday, April 23 NEWS.MC had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing Steve Brooks, a British driver in this year’s edition of the Historic Grand Prix...

Monaco helps fight against malaria

Each year, more than 200 million new cases of this preventable and treatable disease are recorded, and nearly 400,000 deaths, especially of children, mainly on the African continent.

AS Monaco keep Angers at Bay

On Sunday, April 26 AS Monaco travelled to the Stade Jean-Bouin to face off against Ligue 1 rivals Angers SCO.

DULY NOTED: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday, in an interview with The New York Times that US visitors will soon be welcome again in Europe with coronavirus passports.

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French PM addresses nation, says nothing new

Prime Minister Jean Castex gave a press conference on Thursday, April 22, during which he confirmed what the government’s spokesman has been saying all week...

Double explosion at Larvotto Beach

A double explosion thought to have been caused by exploding fuel tanks in two vehicles hit the Larvotto Beach construction site, close to the new Palais de la Plage building...

One new coronavirus case, three recoveries

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, April 22, while three residents fully recovered.

Prince Albert honours Earth Day

In honour of Earth Day this year, on April 22, HSH Prince Albert II called for a collective mobilisation for the protection of the environment. (with video in English)

Memorial to resistance martyr unveiled

HSH Prince Albert unveiled a bust of Resistance hero René Borghini at a ceremony and homage in the great chamber of the National Council on Thursday, April 22.

DULY NOTED: The Sunday service at St. Paul's Anglican Church will not be held this Sunday, April 25, due to the Historic Grand Prix.

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Italy moves to end coronavirus lockdown

Italy’s coronavirus restrictions will start to be relaxed from next Monday, April 26, Italy’s government confirmed on Wednesday, April 21.

French curfew continues but some measures relaxed

Despite the fact that the health emergency in France continues to rage, with only a slight dip in key indicators, the French authorities seem determined to loosen some restrictions.

One Monaco resident in hospital with coronavirus

One Monaco resident is being treated as an inpatient at Princess Grace Hospital.

Prince Albert attends photo competition awards

The prize-giving ceremony for the first ever Monegasque International Solidarity Organisations (OSI) photography competition was held on Friday, April 16...

Monaco punish Lyon is French Cup quarter-final

Having found nothing but success so far in the French Cup, AS Monaco travelled to the Parc Olympique Lyonnais to face off against Lyon in a quarter final fixture of the national competition.

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French hopes of early end to lockdown increasingly forlorn

Although President Macron continues to hint that a return to the French way of life is just around the corner, his promise of the good life ring increasingly hollow.

UK's Border Force grapples with IT challenges - very slowly

The British immigration control officers who now go under the name Border Force are planning to adjust the E-gates at airports to deal with passengers’ coronavirus status.

Only one Monaco resident in hospital with coronavirus

Nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, while two residents fully recovered.

Government claims progress on money laundering

At the initiative of Mr. Michel Hunault, Director of SICCFIN and head of the Monegasque delegation to the MONEYVAL committee, a point of view stage of the work of ENR 2 in Monaco was held on April 15 at the Grimaldi Forum...

Conference on cetaceans enjoys successful fifth edition

The fifth Conference on the Conservation of Cetaceans in Southern Mediterranean Countries went swimmingly well...

DULY NOTED: The French government has announced a list of second-line priority workers over 55 - 400,000 in total - who will be able to get a coronavirus jab from Saturday. Bus drivers and checkout workers are on the list.

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Monaco's colour-coded recovery plan hits its stride

The Principality is planning to boost economic recovery with a 75 million euro stimulus plan, and for ease of understanding the Government has colour coded each type of stimulus.

Inaugural Monaco Streaming Film Festival

The inaugural edition of the Monaco Streaming Film Festival (MCSFF) will take place from July 3 until July 6, 2021, at the Grimaldi Forum.

Infection rate plunges to new low

The benchmark infection rate for coronavirus in Monaco fell to 62.58 per 100,000 based on tests carried out on residents and non-residents to Sunday, April 18.

CMB Monaco becomes first to use 100% Monegasque solution

CMB Monaco has opted for the dematerialisation of payslips and has become the first bank to use a 100 percent Monegasque solution for this essential HR process.

EU sets out Indo-Pacific plan

The European Union resolved on Monday to step up its influence in the Indo-Pacific region, using areas from security to health to protect its interests and counter China’s rising power...

New layout revealed for 2021 Monaco E-prix

Formula E has unveiled an adapted version of the Formula 1 Monaco Circuit for the upcoming ePrix on May 8. The revision was created by Formula E, the FIA and the Automobile Club de Monaco, and follows the identical route that was used for the inaugural Grand Prix in 1929.

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Just 12 new cases over weekend

Four new cases of coronavirus were notified each day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, while the total number of recoveries over the three-day period was 24 as Monaco's health situation continued its sharp improvement.

Planet Sushi hit with stiff penalties

The operator of the popular Planet Sushi restaurant found himself in court in Monaco after a case of salmonella poisoning in July 2019.

Monaco send off for Prince Philip

Monaco’s Tuesday Lunch Club marked the passing of the Queen’s consort, Prince Philip, at its latest meeting.

Public outrage over 'Heathrow Hell'

Passengers arriving at Heathrow Airport are enduring waits at immigration desks of up to seven hours, the UK press reports.

ASM Manager tells of end of season hopes

After another victory on Sunday, this time a 0-3 win away to Bordeaux and Monaco’s fourth in a row, Manager Niko Kovac outlined how he expects the season to end.

DULY NOTED: Just 58 people accepted an offer of an AstraZeneca jab at the Palais des Expositions in Nice on Saturday when 3,000 were made available to front-line workers, mainly teachers. The centre closed early.

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Vaccination campaign set to speed up

Speaking on Thursday, Minister of State Pierre Dartout referred to the mutually beneficial health arrangements with France under which the Princess Grace Hospital treats patients from the local catchment area...

Monaco relaxes curfew rules

Monaco’s health situation has improved markedly over the last few weeks, and as a result the Government has relaxed the curfew from next Monday, April 19.

Three residents tested positive on Thursday

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, while two residents were declared fully-recovered.

Historic Grand Prix set to be public

The Monegasque government announced on Thursday, April 15, that the Historic Monaco Grand Prix will be open to the Principality’s public...

Evans the Brit stuns No. 1 Djokovic

World number one Novak Djokovic crashed out in the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters following a 6-4 7-5 defeat by Britain’s Dan Evans on Thursday.

DULY NOTED: France crossed the 100,000 threshold on Thursday, with a total of 100,105 coronavirus deaths. On the same day, President Macron met other officials to discuss several scenarios for coming out of lockdown.

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Barman admits being negligent when customer's shirt catches fire

A seasonal employee of SBM decided to liven up the action at Jimmy’z by setting fire to a jet of alcohol at 2:40 in the morning of August 4, 2019. Unfortunately...

Six test positive in Monaco, six recover

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, while the same number were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco expo pavilion feeds back into Dubai power network

Monaco said it has reached a crucial stage in the construction of its country pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai with the installation of solar panels at the facility, Trade Arabia reported.

Charles Leclerc's winning car finds new home in Prince's car collection

On Monday, April 12 a few lucky individuals were present at the Monaco Top Cars Collection, also known as the HSH Prince of Monaco Car Collection, for an unveiling of its latest addition.

Prince Albert catches up with pentathlon news

HSH Prince Albert, who has served as Honorary President of the International Union of Modern Pentathlon since 1996, hosted a meeting with President Dr Klaus Schormann and Secretary General Shiny Fang on April 12, 2021 at the Prince’s Palace.

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Maritime shuttle service to launch in August

After years of discussions, a maritime shuttle service between Nice and Monaco will start in August.

France reports record high number in intensive care

The number of people in France’s intensive care units with COVID-19 rose by 36 to a new 2021 high of 5,952, reflecting increased pressure on hospitals, health ministry data showed on Tuesday.

Just one new coronavirus case, 13 recoveries

Only one Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, April 13, while 13 residents were declared fully-recovered.

Top Marques Monaco pushed back until June 2022

The 2021 edition of Top Marques Monaco, initially scheduled to take place from September 1 to 5 in the Grimaldi Forum, has been postponed until June 8 to 12, 2022.

Whitecard campaign concludes

Having reached over 170 million people in 117 countries worldwide, the #WhiteCard 2021 campaign has come to a successful conclusion.

Annual rugby tournament cancelled

The annual Sainte-Dévote rugby tournament was set to take place on June 19 and 20, but has now been cancelled for the second consecutive year as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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More very encouraging news on coronavirus in Monaco

Only two Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, April 12.

Death in Monaco of Alice Springs (97)

June Newton, aka Alice Springs, award-winning actress and photographer, former wife of the late photographer Helmut Newton and President of the Helmut Newton Foundation, died on April 9, 2021, at the age of 97 in her home in Monte-Carlo.

Press hears about new energy transition initiatives

The sixth edition of Energy Transition Meetings with the press was held last week at the Diocesan Agora-House...

Foundation and Scientific Center extend partnership

The François-Xavier Mora Foundation reaffirmed its support for the Scientific Center of Monaco with the signing of a research agreement.

SICCFIN reaffirms its mission

The fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism continues as a shared concern In the Principality, the Government said on Monday, April 12.

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Coronavirus figures show marked improvement

Almost all the indicators show a substantial improvement in the coronavirus situation in the Principality.

Extra three days school holiday in May

Following consultations with parents, the Government has decided to introduce an additional three-day holiday from Monday, May 17 through Wednesday, May 19.

Prince Philip had long and happy association with Monaco

Prince Philip, who died aged 99 on Friday, April 9, enjoyed a long association with the Principality.

Financial aid for frost-hit winemakers

France is working with banks and insurers to arrange financial aid for winemakers whose vineyards were hit last week by devastating spring frosts and cold weather,

Urban Planning dept. in Garden Festival

The third edition of the Côte d’Azur Garden Festival will run from May 9 to June 11, with the theme this year being ‘Artists’ Gardens’.

Tribute paid to Baroness Elizabeth-Ann de Massy

On the first day of the main Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters tennis tournament matches, a ceremony was held by the Monte-Carlo Country Club to unveil a plaque in memory of Baroness Elizabeth-Ann de Massy.

Smooth sailing for Monaco in routine victory over Dijon

After a busy and successful few weeks in their home stadium, AS Monaco hosted Dijon FCO at the Stade Louis II for a Ligue 1 fixture on Sunday, April 11.

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French vaccine phobia melts away

Enthusiasm for vaccines has risen sharply in France, from 42 percent who wanted to be vaccinated last December to 70 percent earlier this week.

Happy ending for yacht transporter

A salvage team contracted by the Norwegian government has successfully boarded the Eemslift Hendrika yacht transporter that earlier in the week encountered severe difficulties in the North Sea, forcing her crew to abandon ship.

Eleven new coronavirus cases, eight recoveries

Eleven Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, April 8, along with eight full recoveries.

RAMOGE unveils 2018 campaign results

The results and discoveries of the RAMOGE Agreement’s 2018 exploration campaign have been published in full on the RAMOGE website.

Delahaye from 1936 bound to cause a buzz

Headlining the Bonham’s sale on April 23, coinciding with the Monaco Historic Grand Prix weekend, is a very special 1936 Delahaye 135 S.

Prince Albert 1 and his contribution to health in 20th century

As part of centenary celebrations, the Prince Pierre Foundation has brought historian Georges Vigarello to the Théâtre des Variétés on Monday, April 12, for a retrospective of the contributions of Prince Albert I of Monaco in the field of hygiene during the 20th century.

DULY NOTED: Residents who subscribe to Monaco Telecom’s LaBOX will be able to follow the semi-final of the EuroCup basketball free of charge for the return leg of AS Monaco Basket against Gran Canaria. It’s on the RMC Sport 2 channel on Friday April 9 from 20:00. Monaco Telecom TV subscribers can also benefit from Eurosport channels free of charge for the entire month of April.

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UK newspaper points finger at Monaco judiciary in whistleblower case

One of the world’s most respected newspapers, The Times, has singled out for criticism the judicial systems of Monaco and Croatia in a thorough examination of the plight of Jonathan Taylor...

Yacht transport ship likely to be saved, but cargo lost

Attempts are being made to save the Dutch Eemslift Hendrika yacht transport ship, currently adrift in the North Sea.

France gets serious about jabbing

The French authorities are accelerating the inoculation program over the next few days.

Monaco reports eight new coronavirus cases

Eight new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Wednesday, together with five full recoveries.

Death announced of local restaurateur Gianni

Well-known as the proprietor of the Cosmopolitan restaurant in Portier, and later of the Piazza, Mr Giovanni Orsolini died on Monday.

Monaco participates in International sport and peace day

This year on Tuesday, April 6, the United Nation’s International Day of Sport for Development and Peace was celebrated on social media through a digital campaign.

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Germany and France see global tax deal

Germany and France on Tuesday welcomed a promise by U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to work on a global corporate minimum tax rate as a step towards making a landmark deal achievable...

Monaco Telecom offers Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

Monaco residents who subscribe to Monaco Telecom television service can benefit from Eurosport channels free of charge for the entire month of April.

Principality has become completely Google compatible

Since the beginning of this week, Monegasque internet users have gained access to all Google services online through the Google Play store.

Eleven new coronavirus cases

While 11 Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, ten residents recovered.

Monaco knock out Metz in French Cup

Having just thrashed Metz in a regular Ligue 1 fixture just four days earlier, on Tuesday AS Monaco welcomed FC Metz back to the Stade Louis II, but this time in the French Cup’s Round of 16...

DULY NOTED: A member of staff tested positive at the 'A Farandola' mini-creche on Friday and the facility has been closed for 10 days, the Town Hall said on Tuesday.

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Despite two deaths over Easter, Monaco makes progress

Over the four days of Easter, the number of new coronavirus cases totalled 29, an average of seven a day. The number of Monaco residents in hospital has also fallen, to six on Monday...

Monaco school holidays brought forward

Monaco’s school holidays will start on Friday, April 9, instead of two weeks later. Children will go back to school on Monday, April 26.

Modest progress on jabs in Monaco

France’s Secretary of State for European Affairs, Clément Beaune, said on Thursday that Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine would in all likelihood not be authorised by a scientific review before the end of June.

Monaco Esports recruit world star Youtuber

Convinced that Monegasque Esports, a component of the Principality’s digital transformation, will shine at the forefront in the years to come, the Monaco Esports organisation has turned to Jelle VAN VUCHT, better known as “Jelly”.

Monaco record memorable victory over Metz

On Saturday, April 3 AS Monaco welcomed FC Metz to the Stade Louis II for a midday Ligue 1 clash. To face Metz, Monaco head coach Niko Kovac opted for a fresh 4-2-3-1 formation, with Stevan Jovetić acting as the sole striker up front.

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Monaco's curfew relaxed by one hour

Restrictions on movement that were due to end on Friday, April 2, will be extended until April 18, the Prince’s Government announced on Thursday, April 1.

Hospital figures fall as vaccinations lower risks

Just eight residents are currently being treated at Princess Grace Hospital, and only two of them in intensive care.

Sputnik V moves out of Europe's orbit

Banking Ahead for better times

Why would a wealthy client choose CMB Monaco over another private bank? Ian Brodie interviewed Francesco Grosoli, CEO of CMB Monaco.

Marginalia comic expo opens in Villa Sauber

On Thursday, April 1 the Nouveau Musée National Monaco (NMNM) opened the doors of its Villa Sauber venue for the first day of the Marginalia exhibition.

DULY NOTED: The next edition of Good Morning Monaco will be published on Tuesday, April 6. In the meantime, news articles will keep you up to date throughout the Easter weekend at NEWS.MC

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France's lockdown extended to whole country - schools to close

UPDATED Wednesday, March 31 23:02: In dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, there are three principles to follow: Safety, Balance and Responsibility, President Macron said on French television on Wednesday night.

Europe talks jabs with Putin as second Navalny doctor dies

German Chancellor Merkel and French President Macron held talks on Wednesday with Russia’s leader, Vladimir Putin, about using the Russian-made Sputnik V vaccine in a desperate game of inoculation catch-up.

Six new cases, five recoveries on Wednesday

Monaco recorded six new coronavirus cases among residents on Wednesday, plus five full recoveries.

IHO, CIESM, renew cooperation for 4 more years

On Tuesday, March 23, the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) and the International Commission for the Scientific Exploration of the Mediterranean Sea (CIESM) renewed their scientific cooperation agreement for the next four years.

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Hospital numbers fall, recoveries increase

Seventeen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, March 30.

Dartout in talks with Dubai Chamber

On Monday, March 29, a delegation from Monaco met with Dubai’s Chamber of Commerce to discuss investment opportunities and to enhance bi-lateral relations.

France's death rate curtailed by jabbing elderly

One ray of hope for France as coronavirus hospitalisations increase is that the death rate has remained close to steady.

Italy set to impose 5-day quarantine on EU visitors

The Italian government is set to introduce a mandatory five-day quarantine for travellers from European Union member states, as a third wave of coronavirus infections takes its toll throughout Europe.

DULY NOTED: Morocco has banned all incoming and outgoing flights with France and Spain.

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Quasi-ineffective Macron places blame elsewhere as new full lockdown looms

French President Emmanuel Macron is faced with hard decisions in the run-up to Easter and at the top of that list is a choice of bringing back a hard lockdown, or not.

Only six new cases but incidence rate rises

Six new coronavirus cases were reported among Monaco residents on Monday, March 29, together with a jump in complete recoveries – 20.

Closure of local Air France bases sparks dismay and demos

On Sunday, March 28, 80 disgruntled Air France employees demonstrated at the Marseille-Provence airport against the decision to close Air France bases at three local airports.

Marangoni promoted Comptroller-General of Public Security

By Sovereign Order n ° 8.517 of February 26, 2021, Mr Richard Marangoni was promoted Comptroller General of Public Security.

Commission on human health and ocean pollution hears reports

Created on the occasion of Monaco Ocean Week 2019, the Monaco Commission on Human Health and Ocean Pollution is chaired by...

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France faces joining UK red list

A decision is expected in the coming week on adding further countries to the UK red list, meaning that returning UK residents will need to spend 10 days in a designated quarantine hotel, at a cost of more than 2,000 euros (£1,750), from additional states.

Progress on jabs as 1,000 inoculated in a week

The Principality has now inoculated 10,829 people with a first jab of ant-coronavirus vaccine, amounting to 28.5 percent of the total population.

Workman killed on Larvotto Beach construction site

A workman, aged 60, was fatally injured on Friday morning while working on the Larvotto Beach construction site.

Five new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour reporting period until Sunday evening, while 13 residents were declared fully-recovered.

F1 returns with gripping 2021 season opener

The highly anticipated 2021 Formula 1 season finally got underway on Sunday, March 28, as a fairly refreshed F1 circus descended onto the Bahrain International Circuit for what would become a gripping Bahrain Grand Prix season opener.

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Monaco records 17 new cases among residents

Seventeen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour reporting period until Thursday evening.

Cherry blossom blooms in Hotel de Paris

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer and The Highlife Monaco Foundation invite all to celebrate the arrival of spring in a traditional Japanese style with the Cherry Blossom ‘Make a Wish’ charity event.

Paula promotes fitness with leading local sports personalities

World marathon champion for 16 years, British athlete Paula Radcliffe has joined with the Princess Charlene Foundation and the Department of National Education to produce a series of videos promoting sporting activities and physical fitness.

Monaco to be twinned with Italy's Dolceaqua

The Principality of Monaco has found its third twin, in the form of the Italian municipality of Dolceaqua.

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One more elderly death, 11 new cases

A 74 year-old Monaco resident has succumbed to coronavirus, the Government reported on Wednesday, March 24.

Mysterious man arrived in Monaco with letter for the Prince

Among the most peculiar cases heard at the Palace of Justice is that of a mysterious 60 year-old Russian man and his letter for the Prince.

CHANEL joins forces with CSM on precious red corals

In an alliance that at first glance looks unlikely, but is very significant, the House of CHANEL has joined forces with the Scientific Centre of Monaco (CSM) to further research the precious Mediterranean Red Coral (Corallium rubrum) species.

Savills showcase their top five penthouses in Monaco

“We have compiled a list of our five top penthouses for sale in Monaco and the best penthouses for rent in Monaco so that you have them all in one place," say Savills.

DULY NOTED: The French authorities have issued a new regulation for the whole of the country limiting the number of people who can gather outside to six.

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Airlines cut flights following UK's 'reasonable excuse' ruling

BA and EasyJet have both slashed their UK-Nice flights after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced tough new restrictions on Brits leaving the country.

It's lockdown light for Monaco's neighbours

The new lockdown that came into effect on midnight in the Alpes-Maritimes is much lighter than its predecessors...

Seventeen new coronavirus cases reported

The Monaco health authorities reported 17 new cases of coronavirus among residents on Tuesday, March 23, together with 10 full recoveries.

AS Monaco's Ben Yedder set to star in French team

Fans of AS Monaco may find themselves quite miffed at the absence of Ligue 1 football this weekend. However, all is not lost...

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Statistics Office publishes fourth-quarter figures

IMSEE has published the Economic Bulletin for the last quarter of 2020 showing the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.

Infection rate falls as 9 new cases reported

Nine Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the last 24-hour reporting period, while 13 were declared to have fully recovered..

Historic Monegasque family invests in Monaco Foundry

4Stars, an investment fund managed by PLEION GROUP (Monaco) is the latest to invest in MONACO FOUNDRY.

Stéphane Valeri receives vaccine in Monegasque inoculation mission

Among the most recent high-profile individuals to receive a vaccine in Monaco was the President of the National Council, Stéphane Valeri on Monday, March 22, in the Grimaldi Forum’s vaccination centre..

UK records 17 new coronavirus deaths, Alpes-Maritimes 20

The UK’s inoculation campaign has been so successful that the figure for new deaths on Monday, March 22, was just 17, with just over 5,000 new cases.

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Monaco records no new cases on Sunday

No new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Sunday, the first day without new cases since December 13 last year.

Shot in the arm for Monaco's vaccination program

A total of 1,150 Monaco residents received a coronavirus jab during the seven days to Thursday, March 18, marking a turnaround in the Principality’s inoculation campaign as vaccine supplies eased.

Monaco advises against travel in France - UPDATED

UPDATED Sunday, March 21, 23:04: Following the decision by the French authorities to place the Alpes-Maritimes into a four-week lockdown, the Monaco Government on Friday advised residents to avoid travel into the neighbouring Department.

Death announced of well-known Monaco personality

The Committee of Outward Bound Monaco has paid tribute to Judy Churchill, who worked tirelessly for the association over many years.

Monaco show no mercy against Saint Etienne

For the final Ligue 1 fixture before the international break, AS Monaco travelled to the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard to face off against Saint-Etienne.

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Monaco's health restrictions extended for two more weeks

The existing nighttime curfew and other restrictions have been extended until April 2, the Prince’s Government announced on Thursday afternoon.

"It's not good news," says French PM

UPDATED Thursday, March 18 22:53: The neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes will go into lockdown from midnight on Friday, March 19, for a period of four weeks, along with 15 other French Departments.

Eight new coronavirus cases, 12 recoveries

Eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour reporting period, while 12 residents fully recovered.

Monaco signs into the future

Businesses and individuals based in Monaco will now be able to use digital signatures as they would pen-on-paper signatures,

Blue Fund seeks to level up Monegasque economy

DULY NOTED: In a temporary measure to deal with high demand from members, the Automobile Club is adding dining tables to its bar area in order to accommodate more lunchtime diners.As a continuation of the Extended Monaco programme, the Principality’s government has drawn up an action plan to create a stronger and more digitally mature economy.

Loeb concludes 23-year partnership with co-driver Elena

Nine-time World Rally Champions Daniel Elena and Sebastien Loeb have announced their separation after 23 years together as driver and co-driver.

DULY NOTED: In a temporary measure to deal with high demand from members, the Automobile Club is adding dining tables to its bar area in order to accommodate more lunchtime diners.

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Monaco vigilant as Europe's 'crisis of the century' descends into chaos

News on Wednesday evening that a third Spanish recipient of the AstraZeneca vaccine has died from a blood clot underlines the gravity of the crisis facing Europe’s shambolic coronavirus vaccine rollout.

Monaco fire service called to series of bin fires

In the space of just under a week, between March 5 and March 12, Monaco’s firefighters were called to Beausoleil six times to put out trash fires in the neighbouring municipality.

Monaco mayor's identity usurped on Facebook

Georges Marsan, the Mayor of Monaco, doesn’t have a real Facebook profile, but scammers have tried to fool Facebook users into believing he has in a bid to gather personal information.

Six new cases, 13 recoveries

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the 24 hours to Wednesday evening, while 13 residents were fully recovered.

Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters to be behind closed doors

The 114th edition of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters will take place from April 10 to April 18 behind closed doors, in accordance with the latest Monegasque government health regulations.

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France faces myriad Covid challenges

The French authorities are waiting with impatience for the European Medicines Authority to give the all-clear to the AstraZeneca vaccine on Thursday...

Fairmont's turn to slim down workforce

Forty-seven employees of the Fairmont Hotel have left voluntarily as the establishment slimmed down its workforce, according to management.

First allocation of Monaco Boost offices

Mr Jean Castellini, Minister of Finance and the Economy – chaired the first meeting for the allocation of offices and workspaces of the Monaco Boost program.

Fifteen new coronavirus cases, 10 recoveries

Fifteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour reporting period, while 10 were declared to have fully recovered.

Monaco participates in Day of Forests

The 2021 International Day of Forests will be celebrated on Sunday, March 21. This year, the theme is: “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being.”

DULY NOTED: 234 vehicles were refused entry to Monaco over the weekend, out of a total of 3,500 stopped at the borders.

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Case numbers up as 13 test positive

UPDATED Monday, March 15, 23:41: Among Monaco residents, 13 new coronavirus cases were recorded on Monday evening, with 10 full recoveries.

France pulls AstraZeneca vaccine 'for 24 hours'

UPDATED Monday, March 15, 23:29: On Monday afternoon the French authorities suspended vaccinations using AstraZeneca for 24 hours while they seek further advice from the European Medicines Agency concerning its safety

Administration puts on more friendly face

So-called ‘window masks’ have been issued to staff working in many of Monaco’s administrative offices.

Monaco Blue initiative returns in 12th edition

Having gone virtual for its 11th edition at the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak in March, 2020, the Monaco Blue Initiative is back in a mixed format this year.

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Only 179 first jabs last week

During the seven days to the end of Thursday, March 11, 176 new vaccinations took place in Monaco, taking the total number to 8,625, or 22.7 percent of the Principality’s population.

Just one new coronavirus case on Sunday

Monaco’s program of inoculating elderly residents appears to be paying dividends as just one new case of coronavirus among residents was reported on Sunday, March 14.

'Successful' SBM restructuring runs into problems

Monaco’s Société des Bains de Mer apparently scored a great success by reducing to just four employees the number who will lose their jobs involuntarily as the hotel and casino operator slims down its workforce.

Facelifts, upgrades, for elevators, escalators, travelators

The Department of Urban Amenities will replace 65 of Monaco’s 140 lifts, escalators and travelators between now and 2025.

Monaco draw against table-topping Lille

On the afternoon of Sunday, March 14, AS Monaco welcomed Ligue 1 pace-setters Lille OSC to the Stade Louis II for a regular French league fixture.

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Fall in number of residents in hospital

The number of Monaco residents being treated as inpatients at the Princess Grace Hospital has fallen to 17, with five of them in intensive care.

France relaxes travel rules - up to a point

As a result in a fall in the number of cases in seven countries, France will loosen travel restrictions for travellers originating from Australia, Israel, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, New Zealand and the UK.

Half-capacity GP stands increasingly likely

Monaco’s Automobile Club is planning for half-capacity grandstands for the forthcoming three Grand Prix events, starting next month, according to unconfirmed reports.

Scuderia Ferrari unveil new car for F1 season

Just two days before preseason testing begins, Scuderia Ferrari have unveiled their new car for the 2021 Formula 1 season.

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Seeing eye to eye on ending pandemic

An extraordinary meeting of the National Council on Wednesday evening provided members the opportunity to express their views on the handling of the coronavirus emergency in the Principality.

Monaco's vaccine drought about to end

Monaco will take delivery of 5,000 doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine by the end of this week, Minister of Health and Social Affairs Didier Gamerdinger said on Wednesday.

Another weekend lockdown for Alpes-Maritimes

UPDATED, 23:00 March 10: The neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes will again have a weekend confinement, from Friday, March 12, until Monday, March 15...

Fourteen new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Fourteen residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco in the 24 hours to Wednesday evening, while six residents recovered fully.

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Sotheby's to hold Lagerfeld sale in Monte-Carlo

The administrators of the Karl Lagerfeld Estate have chosen Sotheby’s to hold inventories and sell the collections held in the residences of the late designer.

Bal de la Rose again delayed for 12 months

The annual Bal de la Rose will not be held this month for the second year running as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Twenty new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Twenty Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday while 19 were declared fully recovered.

Monaco Telecom subsidiaries in tower deal

The Cypriot and Maltese subsidiaries of Monaco Telecom, leading mobile operators in their countries, have signed a strategic partnership with Phoenix Towers International (PTI).

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Monaco pays tribute to Olivier Dassault

The death of Olivier Dassault in a helicopter accident on Sunday evening has resulted in Monaco losing “a great friend,” the President of the National Council said on Monday.

Coronavirus infection rate down sharply

While five more Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, continuing a general downward trend, the testing program over the last seven days has shown that 176.32 people per 100,000 are infected...

CMB Monaco has perfect gender balance

On the occasion of the International Women’s Day on Monday March 8, CMB Monaco shared some figures on gender equality within its company.

My Art Goes Boom - explosive local artistry

Joris Brantuas (Golec&Golec), an artist from Nîmes, is the founder of the “My Art Goes Boom” project, which continues to promote cultural inclusion and diversity in the world of art.

Monaco knock out Nice in French Cup fixture

For their French Cup Round of 32 fixture, AS Monaco didn’t have far to travel, as the Monegasques faced OGC Nice in the Allianz Riviera stadium on Monday, March 8.

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France faces up to need to vaccinate

The French prime minister said even less than usual at a press conference last week when asked if the country’s vaccination programme against coronavirus was producing results.

Sale of Monaco Luxury Group awaits approval

France’s BPM Group has made a bid to acquire Monaco Luxury Group and is awaiting approval from the French competition authority, the Autorité de la Concurrence.

Just four new coronavirus cases, 15 recoveries

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour reporting period, while 15 residents fully recovered. The total of new cases from Friday to Sunday inclusive is 26.

Monaco supercar enthusiast succumbs to coronavirus

A leading figure in Monaco’s automotive world, Stéphane Edelstein, has died from coronavirus.

Youths nabbed after police station escapade

Late last week several young people broke into the newly-renovated and as yet uninaugurated police station in neighbouring Beausoleil by breaking through a sturdy wooden door of some historical value.

DULY NOTED: By the evening of Thursday, March 4, Monaco had given a first dose of vaccine to 22.23 percent of the population, up from 21.58 percent a week earlier, an increase of 249 individuals.

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Good news for Monaco as neighbours speed up vaccinations

Whatever the successes of Monaco’s own programme of testing and vaccination, if neighbouring Nice Côte d´Azur continues to register a high number of new coronavirus cases...

Sixteen new cases and sixteen recoveries

Sixteen Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus during the latest 24-hour reporting period, while 16 were declared fully recovered.

HSH Prince Albert addresses World Ocean Summit

On the occasion of the Economist Group’s 8th Annual World Ocean Summit on March 3, HSH Prince Albert addressed major challenges facing ocean conservation.

Monaco's Spring Arts Festival is back

A fixture on the Monaco calendar, Les Printemps des Arts, will start on March 14 and run until April 11. Last year the festival was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

DULY NOTED: The Monaco Government announces its latest inoculation figures on Friday. Read all about it at NEWS.MC

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Help for purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles

The Monaco Government has been committed to incentivising the purchase of electric vehicles for the last 25 years, with the objectives of improving the quality of the air and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Seized vehicles at Dutch auction from 30 euros

There could be some bargains as the Government sells off seized vehicles, but there are certain procedures to follow, as might be expected.

Case rate stays below 10, but one more elderly death

An 84 year-old Monaco resident has died after testing positive for coronavirus, the Monaco Government announced on the evening of Wednesday, March 3.

Delegation joined UN conference on sustainable development

On February 22, 2021, the fifth United Nations Environment Assembly was held virtually.

Monaco suffer shock defeat against Strasbourg

On the evening of March 3, AS Monaco faced off against RC Strasbourg Alsace on their home ground of the Stade de la Meinau. Going into the match, the red and whites had managed to remain undefeated since December of last year, and would have been eager to maintain that magic run...

DULY NOTED: By the evening of Wednesday, March 3, the UK had inoculated 39 percent of the adult population.

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France does U-turn on vaccine in bid to catch up

With less than seven percent of its population inoculated against coronavirus, France has now admitted that the Oxford Univeristy-developed AstraZeneca vaccine is safe and effective for all ages.

One more trader sentenced in Unaoil-SBM Offshore case

Paul Bond has been sentenced to three and half years’ imprisonment for conspiring with others to bribe Iraqi public officials to secure lucrative oil contracts in post-occupation Iraq.

Monaco participates in UN world wildlife day

Monaco is involved in the 2021 edition of the United Nations’ World Wildlife Day, set for March 3.

Nine new coronavirus cases and one more elderly death

A Monaco resident aged 82, who had tested positive for coronavirus, has died, the Government reported on Tuesday evening.

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Monaco gets a mention in Sarkozy conviction

Former French president Nicholas Sarkozy became the first holder of the top post in the Republic to receive a jail sentence, when on Monday he was found guilty of peddling influence.

Monaco Telecom trumpets new fibre service

Martin Peronnet, the CEO of Monaco Telecom, told a special programme on MonacoInfo on Monday night that the service provider’s new fibre service will transform the way we use the Internet in the Principality.

Monaco keeps its borders tight

Monaco’s police service increased its checks on cars entering the Principality on Saturday February 27 and Sunday February 28 with the aim of avoiding a potential influx of people from France...

Nigel le Quesne becomes non-executive chairman

Enness Global Mortgages, the mortgage broker for global ultra-high-net-worth individuals, has announced that Nigel Le Quesne has become Non-Executive Chairman.

Nine new cases of coronavirus in Monaco

For the second day in a row Monaco registered fewer than 10 new coronavirus infections among residents.

DULY NOTED: The 60-euro surchage for owners who do not move their cars out of a Monaco Parking Service car park at least once a month has been suspended, pending further study.

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Reconfinement of Alpes-Maritimes increasingly likely

Prefect of the Alpes-Maritimes Bernard Gonzalez told the TF1 TV station on Saturday that a further tightening of restrictions in the department bordering Monaco is very much on the table.

Parking Service targets multiple vehicle owners

Residents who own two or three or more vehicle are posing a problem for Monaco’s car parks, the Public Parking Service has said.

Monaco records drop in coronavirus cases

Monaco recorded three new coronavirus cases among residents on Sunday, together with six recoveries.

National Council president visits Monte-Carlo Business Centre

The Monte-Carlo Business Centre team recently received a visit from the President of the National Council, Stéphane Valeri.

Monaco record routine victory against Brest

In what has been an enjoyable start to the year for AS Monaco and the club’s supporters, the red and whites have recorded yet another victory, keeping their unbeaten streak alive.

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France holds off on tighter restrictions - for now

Prime Minister Jean Castex has warned that tighter coronavirus restrictions will follow in 20 departments if there is a further deterioration in the health situation.

Yacht Show to get even more exclusive, and expensive

The Monaco Yacht Show has reacted to complaints that the quays are too crowded by announcing that ticket prices will rise to 500 euros.

Paris night train starts again in April

French train operator SNCF on Thursday opened ticket sales for the reinstated Nice-Paris night train, which will operate again from April 16. The service had been cancelled in December 2017.

Monaco registers 16 new coronavirus cases

Sixteen residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24-hour period, while seven residents were declared fully-recovered.

Monaco almost hidden in fog

The Principality was embraced in a ghostly fog on Thursday, as captured here by Richard McCreery. On the right, the Casino in Monte-Carlo.

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Monaco reacts to Alpes-Maritimes weekend lockdowns

Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Minister of State Pierre Dartout said that the Principality will not be following the example of the neighbouring French department in ordering its residents to stay at home on the next two weekends.

SBM Offshore in spotlight as former sales manager convicted

A former sales manager of Dutch energy services company SBM Offshore was on Wednesday convicted by a London jury of conspiracy to bribe public officials to secure lucrative oil contracts in Iraq after the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003.

A tale of multiple vaccine failures across Europe

An acute shortage of vaccines in the European Union is pushing several member states towards tougher lockdowns.

Twelve new cases and 14 recoveries

Twelve new cases of coronavirus were reported among residents in Monaco on Wednesday, February 24. Fourteen people were reported to have fully recovered.

Rising star has no regrets in turning down Man U offer

AS Monaco has been enjoying an excellent start to 2021, as an undefeated run from the start of the year sees the club joining an increasingly intriguing Ligue 1 title race for the first time since they were crowned champions of France in 2017.

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Zhang Zhang hits out at diversity critics

Monaco’s incredibly talented and very popular concert violinist Zhang Zhang has hit out at woke commentators who have claimed that classical music is elitist and in urgent need of more diversity.

More checks at Nice Airport to deter tourists

As the authorities try to minimise the numbers of visitors to Nice, more checks are taking place at Nice Airport.

One more elderly death attributed to coronavirus

A 90 year-old resident has died after testing positive for coronavirus and according to the Government’s calculations this is the 23rd coronavirus-related death in Monaco.

Grand Prix preparations off to fast start in Port Hercule

Preparation for the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix has already begun in Port Hercule.

Monaco Market Commentary

“The news has landed. In 2020 Monaco’s average price per square metre fell slightly but remained at a resilient level of €47,619. This is a slight decrease on 2019 figures (-1.1%)...

DULY NOTED: The number of deaths in hospitals in the Alpes-Maritimes attributed to coronavirus passed the 1,000 mark on Monday, reaching 1,002. A further 392 took place in retirement homes.

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Alpes-Maritimes to go into weekend lockdown, as expected

Nice and the urban areas of the French department will enter lockdown for the next two weekends from 18:00 on Friday until 06:00 on Monday.

Monaco Government calls out presenter for fake news

In an unusual turn of events the Monegasque government took to Twitter to call out CNEWS columnist Guillaume Bigot for sharing fake news about the Principality’s coronavirus situation.

Europe's campaign against AstraZeneca comes back to bite it

Well-publicised public comments by European leaders strongly suggesting that the Anglo-Swedish AstraZeneca vaccine was less effective for older age groups have translated into many doses going unused.

Fifteen new coronavirus cases, seven recoveries

Fifteen residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, February 22, while seven were declared fully recovered.

Pandemic failed to sink super yacht sales

The yachting business in Monaco had a very buoyant year, despite the absence of the Monaco Yacht Show, the annual symposium La Belle Classe Super-Yacht heard.

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Minister promises tighter restrictions in Alpes-Maritimes

On a visit to Nice on Saturday, French Minister of Health Olivier Véran said that stronger restrictions are needed to fight the rapid spread of coronavirus in the department that neighbours Monaco.

Mayor blames vaccine shortage for likely local lockdown

The Mayor of Antibes, Jean Leonetti, has criticised the decision to lock down the most populous parts of the Alpes-Maritimes department for the next two weekends – a decision that he said has already been taken but not yet announced...

Monaco has inoculated 21% of population

By the end of Thursday, February 18, 20.59 percent of the population of the Principality had received their first coronavirus jab, a total of 7,825 individuals. In addition, 60.75 percent of those had also received their second dose.

Monaco issues appeal for caution

The Monaco Government issued an appeal late on Thursday for Monegasques and residents to behave with caution and responsibility during the two-week winter school holidays that started on Friday, February 19. (Originally sent as a News Update on February 20)

Eight new cases, five recoveries on Sunday

Eight Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, while five residents were declared to be fully recovered.

Magic Monaco topple Paris

For years it hadn’t seemed possible, but on the evening of February 21 As Monaco took on Paris Saint-Germain on their home ground of the Parc des Princes, and won.

DULY NOTED: The French authorities will announce new restrictions for the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes department on Monday morning. Watch this space.

The French meteorological office has issued a yellow warning for high winds in the area from the early hours of Monday until late afternoon.

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White collar crime fell year-on-year

Statistics published by Monaco’s police force earlier this week show a year-on-year fall in most types of crime, a trend that is also reflected in most kinds of financial infractions.

19 new coronavirus cases, 20 recoveries

Nineteen Monaco residents tested positive for the coronavirus during the most recent 24-hour reporting period. Twenty residents were declared fully recovered on Thursday, February 18.

Magnate's yacht goes up in flames off Malaysia

Le Phocéa, the four-masted sailing yacht that belonged for several years to French businessman Bernard Tapie, has been destroyed by fire in a blaze just off the Malaysian island of Langkaw.

Mediobanca reports strong recovery in all segments

Mediobanca delivered a net profit of €411m in the first six months of FY 2020-21, up 3x HoH, with revenues up 10% to €1,301m. The Group’s operations show a strong recovery in all business segments, helped by the ongoing investments in distribution capacity...

165-metre mermaid in Monaco

The Nouveau Musée National de Monaco presents an extraordinary new exhibition, titled ‘The 165-metre Mermaid and Other Stories’ in its Villa Paloma venue.

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Current restrictions extended for one more month

HSH Prince Albert has decided to extend the current health restrictions until March 19 inclusive, following consultations between His Government and the National Council as a Joint Monitoring Committee.

Monaco records 22nd coronavirus-related death

An 88 year-old resident has become the 22nd person to die due to a coronavirus-related illness since the start of the pandemic in Monaco, the Government announced on Wednesday, February 17.

Europe struggles to deal with vaccine dose delays

European Union officials said on Wednesday that 10 million Pfizer doses due to be delivered in December have still not entered the supply chain. The doses amount to one-third of the original order and the bloc’s dependence on the company has had a knock-on effect across the continent.

Monaco Grand Prix preparation to begin very soon

Having missed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Monaco Grand Prix is determined to make a return in 2021. The crown jewel of the Formula 1 calendar is scheduled for Sunday, May 23, and will be preceded by two other events.

Monaco's shipping forms keep busy

Eneti – formerly Scorpio Bulkers – has agreed with third parties to sell the SBI Cronos, an Ultramax bulk carrier built in 2015, and SBI Achilles, an Ultramax bulk carrier built in 2016...

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Crime rate sharply down, police chief says

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Crime rate sharply down, police chief says

Monaco’s crime rate fell sharply in 2020, Police Chief Richard Marangoni reported on Tuesday, February 16.

France removes travel restriction for the Var

The French authorities have removed the 30km limit on Monaco residents to enable them to visit the Var department without the need for a negative PCR test. However...

13 new coronavirus cases, 17 recoveries

Monaco recorded 13 new cases of coronavirus among residents on Tuesday, February 16, with 17 full recoveries.

Top Marques Monaco tickets now available

The most exclusive motor show in the world, Top Marques Monaco will be returning to the halls of the Grimaldi Forum this year.

Grimaldi Forum lit up in orange

Every year around the world, International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) is marked on February 15.

DULY NOTED: More than 100 vehicles arriving from France were turned back at the border on Monday as the spat continues over Monaco residents' access to France.

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Monaco to add vaccines from Covax program

Last week the Department of Health and Social Affairs told Good Morning Monaco that “It will be necessary to remain vigilant in the coming weeks depending on the capacities of pharmaceutical companies in Europe,” and it is clear that the Principality faces restricted supplies of coronavirus vaccines in common with other European nations.

Fourteen new coronavirus cases, 15 recoveries

Fourteen new positive cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Monday, February 15. There were 15 full recoveries.

Liguria goes to orange from yellowFourteen new coronavirus cases, 15 recoveries

The Italian government sent Liguria back into the orange zone on Sunday, meaning that restaurants were forced to close. They had reopened just 11 days previously.

Mediobanca Group becomes carbon neutral

The Mediobanca Group, of which CMB Monaco is part, has become carbon neutral, following a project to offset its CO2 emissions remaining after the domestic climate change mitigation action taken...

UAE envoy presents credentials to Prince

Ali Abdullah Al Ahmad, UAE Ambassador to France, has presented a copy of his credentials as UAE Non-Resident Ambassador to Monaco, to Prince Albert II of Monaco.

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Government promises tit-for-tat

The Monegasque Government issued a statement on Saturday evening welcoming the announcement earlier in the day of the relaxation of some of the limitations on travel imposed on Monaco residents two weeks ago.

France relaxes (some) travel rules

The infamous 30-kilometre limit for Monegasques and Monaco residents for travel in the Alpes-Maritimes has been relaxed from shortly after noon on Saturday.

Three-day tally falls to 25 new cases

With just five new cases of coronavirus among Monaco residents reported on Sunday, February 14, the tally for Friday, Saturday and Sunday came to 25.

Death announced of aide and confidante of Princess Grace

Nadia Lacoste, who served Prince Rainier and Princess Grace as spokeswoman for many years, has died at home in Paris at the age of 99.

Women's world record broken in Monaco Run

On Sunday, February 14, the world’s fastest long-distance runners gathered in the Principality to compete in the annual five kilometre road race.

Ben Yedder brace saves Monaco

On Sunday, February 14, AS Monaco travelled north to face off against Ligue 1 rivals FC Lorient at the Stade du Moustoir.

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Long sentence for rape, attempted murder

It is not very often that Monaco’s Criminal Court deals with such a serious offence as that which came before it on Tuesday.

Eighteen new coronavirus cases on ThursdaySchool is focus for new clusters

Four more students at the Institution François d´Assise-Nicolas Barré tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday and have been sent home.

Eighteen new coronavirus cases on Thursday

Eighteen residents tested positive for coronavirus in the latest 24 hour period, while 20 residents fully recovered.

Busy post office to close for several weeks

The Condamine post office branch will close for four weeks from Friday, February 12, for renovation work.

DULY NOTED: Monaco Run takes place on Sunday, February 14, with no amateur runners. There is speculation that Joshua Cheptegei will again break the 5K world record.

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Monaco has jabbed 16.2% of population

Monaco has sufficient coronavirus vaccines for the population, the Government assured NEWS.MC on Wednesday, Febuary 10.

22 new cases among residents in MonacoRail operator has a vision for the tunnel

If ‘teletravail’ – working from home – becomes more popular in Monaco as the pandemic continues this will prove particularly useful in the autumn, when a major disruption is planned to the rail link between Nice and the Principality.

22 new cases among residents in Monaco

A total of 22 residents tested positive for coronavirus in the previous 24-hour reporting period on Wednesday, February 10, while 24 recovered.

Ocean protection challenge launched in 2021 edition

The Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge began in 2018 as a collaboration between the Oceanographic Institute of Monaco, the Monaco Impact group, the International University of Monaco and The Fondation Prince Albert II.

Monaco defeat Grenoble in early stages of French Cup

On February 10 AS Monaco took a break from Ligue 1 and travelled to the Stade des Alpes to face off against Grenoble FC in the 64th round of the 2021 Coupe de France.

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School students among 30 new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Thirty new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Tuesday evening, with eight full recoveries in the same 24-hour period.

French vaccination programme falls way behind schedule

On Thursday, February 4, PM Castex told the French people that France was vaccinating “at a brisk pace.”

Restaurant killer found criminally insaneFrench vaccination programme falls way behind schedule

The 30 year-old Albanian chef who killed his colleague at the Pulcinella restaurant four years ago has been confined to a secure mental institution for 10 years.

Hotel Hermitage welcomes star chef Alleno

Yannick Alléno, one of the most renowned chefs in the world, has been entrusted by Jean-Luc Biamonti, Deputy Chairman of Monte-Carlo SBM to deploy his culinary talents in the kitchen of the Vistamar Restaurant...

Monaco institutions continue quest to save species

The Noble Pen Shell (Pinna Nobilis) is the largest existing shell species in the Mediterranean and has thrived in the waters bordering the Principality for eons.

DULY NOTED: The bomb disposal squad was called to the forecourt close to Saint Devote Church on Tuesday morning. The suspicious package turned out to be a student's rucksack.

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Principality takes unenviable lead in daily death tally

The recent surge in the number of coronavirus-related deaths in Monaco has shot the Principality into the number-one position worldwide.

Monaco records 10 new coronavirus cases

Ten new cases of coronavirus among residents were recorded in Monaco on Monday, February 8. There were 23 full recoveries.

Global health officials back AstraZeneca vaccineMonaco records 10 new coronavirus cases

Health officials around the world gave their backing to the AstraZeneca vaccine against COVID-19, after a study showing it had little effect against mild disease caused by the variant now spreading quickly in South Africa rang global alarm.

All-female Artcurial team offers expertise

To help celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, a team of female experts will offer free appraisals of valuable items, either in person or by Zoom.

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Monaco faces new lockdown if virus cases don't fall

Minister of State Pierre Dartout has raised the prospect of a “new confinement” in the Principality.

Just eight new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Eight new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported in Monaco on Sunday, February 7, taking the three-day weekend total to 59.

Garage space may cost as much as a supercarJust eight new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Research by high-net-worth mortgage broker Enness Global has revealed where in Monaco offers the most choice for prospective property buyers in the current market and the average asking prices being set by sellers.

Monaco beat Nimes in thrilling encounter

On Sunday, February 7, AS Monaco travelled west to face off against Nîmes Olympique on their home ground of the Stade Costières.

DULY NOTED: Princess Grace Hospital receives 24 vaccine doses daily and the jabs are being offered to staff over 50 or those working where the risk to the patient of covid infection is higher, according to an item in Monaco Matin.

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France's ambassador weighs in on travel restrictions

The Ambassador of France in the Principality, Laurent Stefanini, has said that the travel restrictions imposed on Monaco residents will be “evaluated.”

Coronavirus stats continue at high levelMassive expansion of MonaBike system

In order to encourage green mobility and the use of bicycles in the Principality, the Prince’s Government and the Compagnie des Autobus de Monaco (CAM) gave new impetus...

Coronavirus stats continue at high level

Twenty-four new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Thursday evening, February 4.

Welcome for French maritime officials

On Wednesday, February 3, senior officials from the French Maritime Gendarmerie arrived in Port Hercule via patrol boat VSCSM Vesubie.

Kindergarten class closed at Carmes school

A kindergarten student at the Carmes school has tested positive for Covid-19 following contamination in the family.

DULY NOTED: Monaco One, the catamaran shuttle that will soon enter service between the Principality and Monaco's port in Ventimiglia, arrived in Port Hercule on Thursday.

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Monaco residents still excluded as France approaches winter holidays

Unless a change in the rules can be swiftly concluded, Monaco residents will not be allowed to travel more than 30 kilometres into France without “an imperative reason” and a recent negative coronavirus test result.

Another elderly patient dies after coronavirus infection

A 91 year-old Monaco resident has died following a positive test for coronavirus, the Government said on Wednesday evening, February 3.

Six new radar traps close to Monaco

The French authorities have installed three new radar traps in Beausoleil and three in Roquebrune, each of them on the top of masts to dissuade saboteurs.

Nice to Paris night train set to return

After its discontinuation in 2017, the Nice to Paris night train is making a comeback this year.

Ben Yedder brace blasts Monaco past Nice

On the evening of February 3, AS Monaco welcomed OGC Nice to Stade Louis II for the 100th Côte d’Azur Derby.

DULY NOTED: No amateur races at Monaco Run. The annual athletics event on February 14 will be for professional runners only due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Bleak day for Monaco as 3 elderly patients die

Three residents, aged 82, 90 and 92, all of whom had tested positive for coronavirus, were reported to have died in the latest 24-hour period for which data is available.

Lockdown and domestic violence show little correlationCouncil expresses incomprehension over travel restrictions

The elected National Council has called for France to revoke coronavirus travel restrictions for Monaco residents.

IMSEE, Monaco’s statistical office, which devotes much of its work to examining numerical differences between men and women, has reported an increase in violent acts against women in 2020 compared to 2019, to 39 from 33.

Minister of State and Clement Beaune meet in Paris

HE Pierre Dartout met Clément Beaune, France’s Secretary of State for European Affairs, on Tuesday, February 2, to discuss the draft association agreement between Monaco and the European Union, which has been under negotiation since 2015.

F1 team manager doubts GP will go ahead

Having enduring a turbulent 2020 season, Formula 1’s organisers and teams would surely be hoping for an easier season in 2021. However, the coronavirus pandemic continues to be omnipresent, casting a shadow of doubt over the first few races on the F1 calendar.

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Travel in France poses new challenges for MC residents

It has become increasingly difficult - almost impossible -

for Monegasques and foreign residents to travel in France.

One more coronavirus-related death

An additional death related to coronavirus was reported in Monaco on Monday, February 1. The victims was 65 years old.

Partnership renewed between CFM Indosuez and Ballets

The 20-year partnership between CFM Indosuez and the Compagnie des Ballets de Monte-Carlo was celebrated in 2019 in the presence of HRH The Princess of Hanover

Lessons learned from real life

Alicia Sedgwick is an expert communication coach who currently teaches at The International University of Monaco and International School of Monaco.

DULY NOTED: The official rate for a taxi ride from Nice Airport to Monaco has risen by 5 euros to 95 euros. The hike was agreed before the pandemic struck.

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CHPG busy but not overwhelmed

The number of in-patients at Princess Grace Hospital has increased in recent weeks, adding pressure to staff and facilities.

Monaco reports 13th coronavirus-related death

An 86 year-old resident who tested positive for coronavirus has died at Princess Grace Hospital, the Monaco authorities announced on Sunday evening.

President of rowing club succumbs to coronavirus

Jean-Marc Giraldi (62), President of the Monaco Nautical Society, succumbed to coronavirus late on Thursday after weeks of fighting the disease.

France avoids third lockdown - just

A third national lockdown had been expected and the public had been forewarned last week that the nightly curfew was not enough to bring down the number of coronavirus cases in the country.

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Monaco's first sea shuttle close to reality

There has been talk for some considerable time of a shuttle service bringing commuters from Cap d’Ail to Port Hercule, but while that project remains little more than a Mediterranean mirage...

One more coronavirus positive patient dies at CHPG

An eleventh resident has died after testing positive for coronavirus, the Government announced on Thursday evening. The latest victim was 79.

'Moped menace' to be curtailed from Monday

From Monday, February 1, moped users in France will no longer be able to filter through multi-lane traffic following a four-year study in 11 French Departments.

Paula takes over at Princess Grace Irish Library

Paula Farquharson-Blengino could not be better qualified to take over from Judith Gantley at the head of the prestigious and very special Princess Grace Irish Library.

DULY NOTED: France's President Macron is expected to announce a tightening of coronavirus regulations at the weekend. NEWS.MC will update you.

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One more coronavirus death in Monaco

A 76 year-old patient at the Princess Grace Hospital has succumbed to coronavirus, taking the total number of fatalities linked to the disease to 10 since the start of the pandemic, according to Government calculations.

Curfew and other measures extended until February 19

HSH Prince Albert has decided to extend the current curfew arrangements until February 19, inclusive.

Kindergarten class sent home after pupil tests positive

A kindergarten student from the Parc School tested positive for Covid-19 on Tuesday, January 26.

EU pushes for access to vaccines from UK plants

The European Union is pushing AstraZeneca to supply the bloc with more doses of its COVID-19 vaccine from plants in Europe and Britain after the company announced delivery delays, adding to frustrations over the EU’s inoculation programme.

Biodiversity exhibition inaugurated

On Monday January 25, the ‘Principality of Monaco – Biodiversity under high surveillance’ photographic exhibition was inaugurated in the presence of HSH Prince Albert.

DULY NOTED: The postponement of the Cannes Film Festival from May to July has been confirmed.

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Monaco pins hopes on rapid vaccine rollout

Underlining the central plank of Monaco’s strategy to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, HSH Prince Albert visited the new national vaccination centre at the Grimaldi Forum on Monday.

Two days of celebration of Patron Saint

The celebrations of Saint Dévote, Patron Saint of Monaco, will take place on Tuesday January 26 and Wednesday January 27 January with a series of traditional events.

Eleven new coronavirus cases on Monday

Monaco recorded 11 new cases of coronavirus among residents on Monday, January 25, together with 19 full recoveries.

French vaccine hopes dashed as Pasteur abandons project

Hopes that a French pharma could develop and supply a vaccine against coronavirus were dashed on Monday when the Pasteur Institute announced it would abandon development of its principal anti-Covid 19 vaccine.

DULY NOTED: Good Morning Monaco will not be publshed on Wednesday, January 27, a national holiday in the Principality.

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Cannes Festival postponement puts pressure on Grand Prix

Reports that the Cannes Film Festival will be postponed until later in the year, possibly July, adds pressure on the organisers of the Monaco Grand Prix to push back plans to hold the event in the second half of May.

Steak'n'Shake broke rules - closed temporarily

The popular eatery at Saint Devote has been closed by the authorities for four days following an inspection on Thursday.

Seventy new coronavirus cases over weekend

Twelve more residents tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, according to Government sources. Twenty-one residents were declared to be fully recovered.

Ogier shatters Monte-Carlo Rally wins record

The 89th edition of the Rallye Monte-Carlo was nothing short of magic. Each constructor gave it their all on an almost completely different but still treacherous route.

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Monaco launches e-health portal

The Government has launched the Monaco Santé project with the objective of offering a simple and easy to use website to Monegasques, residents and visitors of the Principality.

Monaco goes on Swiss red list

Switzerland has placed Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur and Monaco on its red list, with a 10-day quarantine in place for travellers.

Monaco records 25 new cases of coronavirus

Twenty-five residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, January 21. Eight residents were reported to have fully recovered in the preceding 24-hour period.

Emanuele Lauro elected as Chamber president

Emanuele Lauro, chairman of Scorpio Bulkers and Scorpio Tankers, is the new president of the Monaco Chamber of Shipping.

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Residents can now book vaccinations online

From Wednesday, January 20, residents can complete an online form to register for a coronavirus inoculation as part of the Government’s policy of making access to the vaccine easier and more efficient.

Twenty-two new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Twenty-two new cases of coronavirus were reported among Monaco residents on Wednesday, January 20. Fourteen recoveries were also noted.

France faces tough Covid month

A more infectious coronavirus variant is expected to spread rapidly through France in the coming month, hospital chiefs said on Wednesday, raising fears of another lockdown...

Second school sends class home

A young student at the Fontvieille Kindergarten tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, January 20.

Sovereign Prince leads carabinieri celebration

The traditional ceremony commemorating Saint Sebastian, Patron Saint of the Prince’s Carabinieri, was held on Wednesday morning in the presence of HSH the Sovereign Prince.

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European countries struggle with vaccine doses

Some European countries are drawing fewer than the approved six doses from Pfizer and BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine vials, meaning shots are likely going to waste even as nations plead for more.

Coronavirus cases rise again; one more death

A resident aged 87 has died of coronavirus, the Monaco Government said on Tuesday evening, taking the total since the start of the pandemic to nine, according to Government calculations.

Progress report on vaccination campaign

The vaccination campaign launched in the Principality on December 31 among people living in retirement homes has continued for those over 75 years of age.

Second child at Stella School tests positive

Monaco’s education authorities on Tuesday closed a second class in the kindergarten section of the Stella School after another child tested positive for coronavirus following the detection of a positive case on Monday.

Grimaldi Forum to showcase Alberto Giacometti

In the summer of 2021 Monaco will experience its first ever exhibition of sculptor and painter Alberto Giacometti’s work.

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National Council president calls for clearer communication

Stephane Valeri, President of the National Council, said on Monday, January 18, that it would be better if the Government would publish more details of the evolving coronavirus situation.

Kindergarten class closed after child tests positive

A kindergarten student at the Stella School tested positive on Monday, January 18, for coronavirus after members of the child’s family also tested positive.

Seven new coronavirus cases on Monday

Seven new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Monday, January 18. Eighteen residents fully recovered in the previous 24 hours.

SBM hotels maintain Green Globe status

Green Globe has recertified three Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer properties – Monte-Carlo Beach, Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo and Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

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Joint Monitoring Committee explores coronavirus progress

The Prince’s Government and representatives of the National Council met on Friday, January 15, and discussed the evolution of the health situation in the Principality for two hours.

Eleven new cases on Sunday, January 17

Eleven new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Sunday evening, together with 18 full recoveries.

Baron Benjamin de Rothschild dies at 57

Baron Benjamin de Rothschild, president of the board of Edmond de Rothschild Holding SA, died on Friday, January 15, from a heart attack.

Magic AS Monaco keep Montpellier at bay

For AS Monaco’s second away fixture of the year, Head Coach Niko Kovac made a couple of changes to his starting line-up.

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Resident, 88, succumbs to coronavirus at CHPG

The Government has reported the eighth coronavirus-related death of a resident in Monaco.

Berlusconi admitted to hospital in Monaco

Italian media mogul and former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi was admitted to hospital in Monaco on Thursday, according to the Italian press.

Artcurial launches 2021 at Hotel Hermitage

At the start of an ambitious year ahead, Artcurial auction house will be at the Hotel Hermitage in the heart of the timelessly elegant Monte-Carlo, during the week of January 17 to 21...

Tintin painting sells for 3.2 million euros

A painting of comic book hero Tintin that was kept folded in a drawer for years sold at a Paris auction on Thursday for 3.175 million euros ($3.86 million), the auction house said.

Historic Monte-Carlo Rally cancelled

The Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique, known in English as the Historic Monte-Carlo Rally, has been cancelled in the face of increasingly tighter coronavirus-related restrictions in France.

Leclerc tests positive for coronavirus

Formula 1’s Monegasque sensation, Charles Leclerc, has tested positive for coronavirus after coming into contact with a positive case.

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Sir David Barclay dies, aged 86

Reclusive Monaco resident Sir David Barclay, twin brother of Sir Frederick Barclay, has died after a short illness, the Daily Telegraph reported overnight on Tuesday.

33 new coronavirus cases reported

Thirty-three new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported on Wednesday, January 13.

CMB renews "historic" partnership with Grimaldi Forum

The renewal of the partnership between CMB, the most Monegasque of banks, and the Principality’s Congress and Cultural centre, the Grimaldi Forum, was formalised at a ceremony in the Forum’s Indigo Space on Wednesday, January 13.

UIM invites entries for environmental award competition

Inspired by past editions, the Union International Motonautique has launched the 2020 Environmental Award and Special Mentions.

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Monaco records one more resident death

Another resident – 75 years-old – has died at Princess Grace Hospital, it was announced on Tuesday evening.

SPORTEL cancelled in face of pandemic

The annual global sports marketing convention SPORTEL has abandoned plans to hold its event from February 22 to 24 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Brexit and VAT - Monaco explains new rules

Due to the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union as of January 1, 2021, the concepts of intra-community transactions carried out between Monaco and the United Kingdom have been replaced by a regime of import and export from or to a third country.

89th Monte-Carlo Rally draws nearer

On Thursday, January 21, the 2021 Monte-Carlo Rally will commence in Gap.

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SBM whistleblower still the target of Monaco prosecutors

Despite an international outcry, Jonathan Taylor, the lawyer who blew the whistle on corrupt practices at SBM Offshore in Monaco, remains the target of an Interpol Red Notice issued by Monaco.

Additional coronavirus-related death in Monaco

The death of a 72 year-old patient has been reported overnight from Sunday to Monday.

Scientific Centre takes stake in coral pioneer

The Monaco Scientific Centre (CSM) has taken a stake in the startup Coraliotech. A signing ceremony was held on Monday, January 11, to mark the financial agreement.

Top Marques Monaco postponed until September

Initially planned to take place in June, 2021, the Top Marques Monaco supercar show has been postponed and is now set to go ahead on September 1 to September 5.

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Monaco's curfew brought forward to 19:00

The Prince’s Government has taken the decision to bring forward the nightly curfew by one hour to 19:00 from Monday, January 11.

Sharp fall in Monaco coronavirus cases

After a week that saw record numbers of new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents, the weekend figures witnessed a considerable improvement.

Passing of Gillian Johnson Flint

The diocese of St. Paul’s Anglican Church has announced the passing of Mrs Gillian Johnson Flint. She died peacefully at home on Thursday evening with her husband, Stuart at her side.

AS Monaco heroic in home victory against Angers

Following a sensational first fixture of 2021 against FC Lorient, which Monaco won 2-5, Niko Kovac and co. welcomed Angers SCO to the pitch of Stade Louis II on Saturday, January 9.

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Mayor of Nice picks on Monaco again

The mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, has again criticised Monaco, and Italy, for not imposing more stringent health measures during the ongoing pandemic.

Sovereign reacts to French critics

HSH Prince Albert has reacted to implied criticism by French political leaders over the Principality’s different approach to keeping businesses open during the coronavirus pandemic.

Another big jump in confirmed coronavirus cases

Forty new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported in the 24 hours to Thursday evening, January 7.

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Sports halls, swimming pools closed - hotel rooms offered

The Prince’s Government has decided to close sports halls and swimming pools, as well as introduce a more general ban on the practice of sport in a closed environment, including school sport, for three weeks...

Thirty-one new cases reported

Following the announcement on Tuesday evening of 30 new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents, 31 new cases were reported on Wednesday evening.

Monaco Boost sees light of day

On Wednesday January 6, Pierre Dartout, Minister of State, Stéphane Valeri, President of the National Council, and Jean Castellini, Minister of Finance and the Economy, visited the premises of the brand new State company: Monaco Boost.

Le Dimanche a Velo event returns

The ‘Le Dimanche à Vélo’ event was first introduced on September 20 of last year. As a result of its popularity with the Monegasque public, the event is set to make a return to the Principality on January 10.

AS Monaco punish FC Lorient in crushing win

For their first fixture in 2021, Niko Kovac and co. travelled north to Brittany on Thursday, January 6 to take on FC Lorient.

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Government calls for all to be tested

Reacting to an upsurge in the number of residents testing positive for coronavirus in recent days, the Government on Tuesday called for more people to come forward for testing in the face of the fact that the virus is circulating more widely.

30 new cases in 24 hours

Thirty new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported in Monaco on Tuesday, January 5.

Vaccinations to be accelerated from Monday

Monaco started a programme of vaccination against coronavirus at the very end of December, with the inoculation of several hundred care home residents, and now the scheme will be extended.

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Coronavirus update, Monday, January 4

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Ten new cases of coronavirus were reported among Monaco residents on Monday, January 4. Of nine residents being treated at Princess Grace Hospital, two were in intensive care.

Cleaning lady's sentence waived

A cleaning lady who was on the way to tell her employer that his new apartment was too big to cope with has been found guilty of reckless driving.

ISM wins 'Monaco Safe' label

ISM is the first school in Monaco to be awarded the “Monaco Safe” label. Although this badge was not originally intended for schools, ISM made an application on the grounds of its stringent heath protocols, the school said.

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HSH Prince Albert hopeful and optimistic in New Year's address

HSH Prince Albert II called for hope and optimism in his New Year’s message, which was broadcast by the Prince’s Palace at 19:00 on December 31.

Coronavirus update on Sunday, January 3

Six new cases of coronavirus among Monaco residents were reported on Sunday, January 3. Eight full recoveries were also reported.

France imposes earlier curfew in 15 departments

France imposed an earlier curfew in 15 northeastern and southeastern departments from Saturday to combat the spread of the coronavirus, starting at 18:00 instead of 20:00.

NEWS.MC launches Good Morning Monaco podcast

NEWS.MC has launched the ‘Good Morning Monaco’ podcast. Our readers can now become our listeners, and enjoy original content on the go, for free on any leading podcast streaming service, from Apple iTunes to Spotify and beyond.

DULY NOTED: A total of 603 vehicles were turned back at Monaco's borders on New Year's Eve, as the authrorities limited access to Monaco's restaurants to residents and employees.

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Vaccinations start immediately - letters sent

The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines have arrived in Monaco and the first inoculations will take place on Thursday, December 31, in old peoples’ homes, the Government said on Wednesday.

Monaco records highest daily case total so far

Twenty-six new cases of coronavirus were reported in Monaco on Wednesday evening, the highest 24-hour figure since the start of the pandemic.

Monaco to close borders from Saturday at 19:00

Only Monegasques, Monaco residents and employees of Monaco entities will be able to cross the border from France after 19:00 on Saturday, January 2, the Prince’s Government said on Wednesday, December 30.

The Roca Team topple Andorra

Monaco’s basketball team, the Roca Team, welcomed MoraBanc Andorra to the Salle Gaston Medécin to play a postponed fixture from round six of the the 7DAYS EuroCup tournament.

DULY NOTED: The Ballets de Monte-Carlo performance at the Grimaldi Forum, scheduled for New Year's Eve, has been cancelled after three of the dancers tested positive.

ARISE Sir Lewis: Lewis Hamilton has been granted a kighthood in the UK's New Year's Honours list.

FINALLY: A Happy New Year to all our readers. The next Good Morning Monacowill be published on Monday, January 4, 2021. In the meantime, the NEWS.MC website will be updated daily...

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Pfizer vaccines to arrive in MC imminently

Nearly 5,000 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine are due to arrive to Monaco on Wednesday, December 30, and the Principality's vaccination campaign will commence shortly thereafter.

Nice Mayor calls for end to Niçois coming to Monaco

Mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi has called on the French Government to bring in tougher measures to fight coronavirus in the Alpes-Maritimes.

What happened when two Monegasques met in a lift?

When a pensioner with his two dogs entered an elevator at the Odeon Tower, the first occupant, a 31 year-old employee of SBM, became very angry and pummelled him with so many blows that the CCTV camera couldn’t keep count.

Twenty-four new cases, six recoveries

24 residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Tuesday, December 29, while six residents were reported to have fully recovered.

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Cantinetta Antinori one of restaurants closed

Following a series of checks on coronavirus restrictions in Monaco restaurants last week, Cantinetta Antinori has been named as one of five establishments subject to temporary closure.

AS Monaco stars feature in Storm Alex charity single

Six AS Monaco stars joined famous faces from across the Alpes-Maritimes department in producing the catchy charity single, with all profits being donated to the disaster-stricken valleys.

Four new cases, six recoveries

Four residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Monday, December 28, while six residents were reported to have fully recovered.

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Monaco restaurants caught out in surprise health checks

On Monday, December 21, approximately 60 Monegasque restaurants were subject to unannounced health checks. 21 tickets were issued for various violations.

Six new cases, five recoveries on Christmas Day

Six residents have tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Friday, December 25, while 5 residents were reported to have fully recovered.

HSH Prince Albert and family pose for fun festive snaps

HSH Princess Charlene of Monaco shared a series of fun photographs with HSH Prince Albert, their two twins and a few family members.

DULY NOTED: No new coronavirus figures were published on Sunday, December 27.

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Palais de la Plage: Same name, different building

It’s taken five years since the knocking down of the old Palais de la Plage building at 37 ave. Princesse Grace. Developers JB Pastor & Fils delivered the new 15-storey building on Wednesday, December 23.

Monaco Red Cross reports on Lebanon aid

The Monaco Red Cross has provided an update of its role following the double explosion which hit the Lebanese capital last August.

Eleven new cases, ten recoveries

Eleven residents tested positive for coronavirus in Monaco on Wednesday, December 23. Ten residents were reported to have fully recovered.

AS Monaco hold St.Etienne to draw

DULY NOTED: Good Morning Monaco will not be published on Friday, December 25, and will return on Monday, December 28. The website NEWS.MC will be updated daily with coronavirus news. Thank you for your support durung 2020.For the last match of an eventful 2020, AS Monaco welcomed Ligue 1 rivals St-Étienne to Stade Louis II.

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Government tightens lockdown controls across England

Coronavirus cases have risen by 57 percent over the past week and hospital admissions are averaging 1,909 each day, the UK’s health minister said on Wednesday afternoon.

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Fourteen new cases again on Tuesday

Fourteen new cases of coronavirus were reported among residents on Tuesday, December 22, the same figure as on Monday. There were also five full recoveries.

National Council chief calls for cool deliberations

At a recent meeting organised by the National Council, requested by the trade unions representing staff at Société des bains de Mer, President Stephane Valeri expressed sympathy with the management of SBM as well as with the employees...

New role for Charlotte Casiraghi

Charlotte Casiraghi has been named as Chanel’s newest brand ambassador. Princess Caroline’s older daughter will start her role on January 1 in the fashion house’s spring campaign.

Chemoil Monde Export to become Fratelli

The Monaco-based bunkering company Chemoil Monde Export SAM is to become Fratelli Cosulich Monaco SAM, Fratelli CEO Timothy Cosulich said on Monday, December 21.

DULY NOTED: Monaco nationals and residents will be treated as EU citizens as France keeps Brits out, at least until January 6.

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France to remove travel ban on own citizens, truck drivers

The French government will lift travel restrictions from the UK for French citizens, Europeans, and professionals such as truck drivers, the state broadcaster France Info reported on Tuesday afternoon.

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Europe's vaccine approval good news for Monaco

The decision by the European Medicines Agency on Monday to approve the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine will enable the first vaccinations to be administered in Europe before the end of the year.

Monaco reports 14 new cases among residents

Fourteen new cases of coronavirus were reported among residents in Monaco on Monday, December 21. Ten residents were reported to have fully recovered.

Seven new cases, four recoveries on Tuesday

Seven new coronavirus cases among residents were recorded in Monaco on Tuesday, December 15, along with four full recoveries.

Volland 'makes' Christmas at Children's clinic

Kevin Volland joined AS Monaco during the last transfer window, and has proven to be a star signing since then. Volland had previously enjoyed a long stint in Bundesliga side, Bayer Leverkusen. Upon his arrival to the Stade Louis II, the German forward seemed stumped by the flow of French football. However...

DULY NOTED: A number of medical staff st CHPG have tested positive for coronavirus in recent days, reaching 11 on Monday.

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European states move to end UK's isolation

Following the decision by more than 40 countries to ban flights, train passengers and ferry arrivals from the UK, there were signs on Monday afternoon that a new formula would be introduced to allow international travel from the UK. However, by 23:20 on Monday a coordinated response had not been found...

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Monday, December 21, 2020

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Sporting activities resume, longer lunches allowed

Minister of State Pierre Dartout has added details to the announcement by HSH Prince Albert on Thursday concerning the continuation of a curfew until January 15 and arrangements in place on December 24, 25 and 31.

France bans all travel from UK for 48 hours

Following an emergency meeting on Sunday afternoon, the French authorities have banned all travel from the UK, including accompanied merchandise, such as goods being carried in trucks, from midnight...

Five new coronavirus cases on Sunday

Five new cases of coronavirus among residents were reported in Monaco on Sunday, taking the three-day total for the weekend to 28...

AS Monaco successful in Sunday's Burgundy visit

DULY NOTED: Cars with French and Monaco plates have been turned back routinely in recent days at the Italian border at Menton Garavan, unless they have paperwork authorising a cross-border visit. However, it has been reliably reported that those who take the autoroute have not been stopped...

After Monaco’s unfortunate last few fixtures, which saw them lose to Lille, Marseille and Lens, Head Coach Niko Kovac would most certainly be hoping for a better result as the red and whites travelled to Burgundy to face off against Dijon.

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UK takes late decision to put London in Tier 4 lockdown

A total of 35,928 new cases were reported in the UK on Sunday, a dramatic rise from a week ago and a new daily record, as infections spread “out of control,” accruing to health minister Matt Hancock.

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Monday, December 14, 2020

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Monaco residents' EU travel assured after December 31

British citizens will not be allowed to enter the European Union after January 1 because of temporary coronavirus restrictions on non-essential travel from outside the bloc,

From Formula 1 driver to leading Monaco businessman

Thierry Boutsen first came to Monaco more than 30 years ago to drive in the Monaco Grand Prix. In his career he won three grands prix...

No new coronavirus case in Monaco on Sunday

No new coronavirus cases were reported among residents in Monaco on Sunday, while one more person was reported to have recovered fully.

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Your guide to the week, December 14 -20

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France holds back on lockdown relaxation

Faced with rising infection rates and a stubbornly high death rate, the French government will not relax coronavirus restrictions from December 15, apart from removing the need for a daytime attestation...

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