Peace and Sport will be hosting the 2020 #Whitecard Digital Campaign to celebrate this year’s International Day of Sport for Development and Peace.
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace is on 6th April and will be celebrated by sending a message of solidarity in these troubled times by being part of the “Connected through the #WhiteCard” Campaign.
The campaign is meant to highlight the “positive impact that sport is playing in the current context,” and will feature athletes, sports institutions, stakeholders, Champions of Peace and individuals who are committed to the cause.
People are asked to share their stories on Monday 6th April by posting on their social media pages how sport has changed or contributed to their lives whilst holding up a #White Card picture and tagging @peaceandsport.
The white card is a tongue in cheek reference to the red and yellow cards used in the sporting world, though instead of being used as a form of punishment, the white card signifies positivity and real change.
Peace and Sport was founded by Joël Bouzou, Pentathlon World Champion and Olympic Medallist, in 2007 and comes and under the high patronage of HSH Prince Albert II. It is a global organisation that uses sport and the values associated with it as a way to incite peace amongst disadvantaged people and communities.
Practising sport as a pedagogical tool, the association uses this method as a means of helping people in desperate situations bond together. Child soldiers, refugees and war orphans are just some of the few who are reintegrated into society through the use of the programmes set forth by Peace and Sport.
Since confinement began on 18th March, the Monaco police force has made 11,000 traffic checks on drivers entering the Principality.
Minister of the Interior Patrice Cellario held a press briefing Wednesday to update the public on the safety situation in Monaco as it stands.
According to the minister, on Wednesday morning, for example, 211 vehicles were stopped and checked by police officers. Most drivers were in compliance and had proper papers with them, but the two that were not were turned back.
The only reasons travelling is acceptable during lockdown, besides work, are to food shop, for family assistance, medical or child care, and for taking a pet out or exercising, though the person must be on their own and near their homes.
A ministerial decision handed down on 27th March has made travelling or being out without reason a finable offense. People can be fined anywhere from €70 to €200 depending on the infraction. So far, only one ticket has been issued. This was to a person loitering in a public space without a sufficiently valid reason, though it is up to the discretion of the public safety officer whether to fine what Mr Cellario called “marginal” behaviours.
For the moment, people are respecting the lockdown procedures and calls to police are few. They are being particularly vigilant in two specific areas, nonetheless. The first is in the realm of domestic violence and the second pertains to noise.
All police officers of the Principality are now being equipped with kits that include gloves, alcohol gel and masks to provide further protections to those protecting us.
So far, only three of those in service have tested positive. They all belong to the Prince’s Riflemen. No cases have been reported by either the fire brigade or the police.
We are all staying at home for the next few weeks to stop the spread of the coronavirus and while it’s nice to dress up as part of a ‘normal’ routine, there’s no denying the mood-boosting factor of cosy clothes. Nightwear and loungewear can be both chic and comfortable. Hoodies, joggers, activewear, sweatshirts, slippers, trainers and pyjamas are now taking over the wardrobe.
Many online retailers have shut down temporarily, but there are still a few ones operating. The multi-brand ecommerce mytheresa.com is still delivering and they have a great selection.
I find the Italian luxury brand Brunello Cucinelli perfect for cosy-chic looks. I love their magnificent flagship store in Avenue des Spélugues, but for now you can visit their online boutique.
One of my favourite menswear brands is the Italian heritage brand Larusmiani. The brand embodies the classic gentleman with a contemporary twist. On 5th December 2019, Larusmiani inaugurated their first store in the Principality inside the Metropole Shopping Centre. For the time being, until they reopen their doors, you can shop online chic looks for lazy days at home or for a picnic in your own garden. Larusmiani is a lifestyle brand, offering unique grooming kits and games to keep the whole family busy during long confinement days.
My gentleman’s shopping guide
This is how I like my man dressed at home!
Bella’s shopping guide
Home spa essentials
Beauty salons are closed, so it is time to learn how to groom yourself and it is actually a great time-killer. With the right products, it is easy to take care of yourself at home.
Enzyme peel and facial mask by VERSO, Ossential Advanced Radical Night Repair by ZEIN BY OBAGI, Serum C E FERULIC by SKINCEUTICALS (available at Esthe Coach Monaco and you might be able to request delivery by instant messaging their IG profile)
Body Scrub by MOLTON BROWN
(available at Health store in Metropole Shopping Centre when open)
Body cream, hand baume, foot cream, and exfoliating hand wash by AESOP
Nails kit for mani- and pedicure (available at Sephora)
Organic virgin coconut oil as hair mask (available at the bio store ToBe in Monaco)
You are what you eat
Lifestyle, nutrition and supplements to strengthen your immunity:
It is very important now to maintain a healthy lifestyle, eating food that provides essential nourishment and also keeps your blood sugar and weight under control. It appears that individuals with type-two diabetes and other metabolic conditions are at higher risk of complications from Covid-19.
According to studies there are no specific supplements that will help protect against coronavirus, but higher intakes of specific nutrients appear to boost the immune system and lower susceptibility to infection.
I personally believe that the best way to boost your immune system is your habits and your diet, rather than buying supplements. Good nutrition, being physically active, managing stress and getting adequate sleep play a very important role. Key nutrients to include in your diet:
Nutrients that may help the immune response include micronutrients like zinc, selenium, iron, and vitamins A, C, D, E, B-6, and folate; and whole foods like goji berry, broccoli, green tea, and turmeric.
VITAMIN D:
Fatty fish, like salmon and sardines; eggs; plant milk products; tofu and mushrooms. It is wise to consider a D supplement if you feel you are not getting enough of this important vitamin which is promoting immune response. It has both anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory properties and is crucial for the activation of immune system defenses.
VITAMIN C:
Oranges, grapefruit, kiwi, strawberries, brussel sprouts, red and green peppers, broccoli, cooked cabbage and cauliflower.
ZINK:
Beans, chickpeas, lentils, tofu, fortified cereals, nuts, seeds, wheat germ, oysters, crab, lobster, red meat and poultry.
PROTEIN:
From both animal (fish, lean meat, poultry, eggs) and plant-based sources (lentils, beans, nuts, seeds).
PREBIOTICS:
Onions, garlic, whole grains, bananas, leeks, asparagus, artichokes and beans.
BETA CAROTENE:
Carrots, kale, apricots, sweet potatoes, mangoes, spinach, broccoli, squash.
AVOCADO:
Vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. They also provide lutein, beta-carotene, and omega-3 fatty acids. Monounsaturated fat can reduce your risk of heart disease. Lifestyle:
Eight hours sleep
Stress management
Drink a lot of water and fresh coconut water to stay hydrated. I buy them at Marche U and the bio store To Be.
Sport: Jogging, run up and down stairs and exercise at home with the Nike App, it is awesome
Prince Albert has warned the National Council that its criticism of his government’s management of the Covid-19 pandemic is unnecessarily escalating tension and uncertainty surrounding the crisis.
The Palace released a statement from the Prince on Tuesday 31st March, saying that he is aware of the negative messages being disseminated by the National Council, in particular through social networks, about how the government is managing the crisis.
The Prince says that he “regrets that the national unity advocated by this Assembly does not find an echo in the content of its messages, which favour permanent criticism and the appropriation of measures decided and implemented by the State,” adding that “Such an attitude can only generate public confusion and doubt about government action.”
The Sovereign Prince defends his government’s actions regarding the management of the health crisis and its anticipation of developments that crop up daily, saying that the government has “only one concern, that of preserving the health of the population.”
At the request of the National Council, the Prince approved the establishment of a Covid-19 Joint Monitoring Committee, the first meeting of which was held on Monday 30th March.
“The Sovereign Prince decided to set up the Covid-19 Joint Monitoring Committee within which the National Council is informed of all the decisions taken by His Government and where the elected officials can formulate proposals submitted for governmental assessment,” said the Palace. “He invites the National Councillors to demonstrate true solidarity with His government by measuring their remarks and avoiding any inappropriate escalation. The gravity of the situation requires restraint and cohesion, where political ambitions have no place.”
