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Day: 1 January 2024

Polar adventures await at the Musée Océano this winter

by: Niki Borisova
01/01/2024

From a photographic journey through the Arctic and Antarctic to an exhibition commemorating Prince Rainier III’s connections to the world’s oceans, there is plenty to learn and explore at the Musée Océanographique over the holidays and into the new year.  

The acclaimed ‘Polar Mission’ exhibition, which had attracted over a million visitors by 31st October 2023, is a full family-friendly immersion into the stunning beauty and fragility of the Arctic and Antarctic with five thematic spaces. This includes the vast interactive projection room that flits from one cold, snowy scene to another, offering a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of life at each end of the Earth.  

This polar theme continues with the ‘Poles, Fragile Worlds’ exhibition by renowned photographer Greg Lecoeur, which runs until 12th March 2024. The photographic journey explores the icy expanses of the Arctic and Antarctic, sensitizing visitors to the vulnerability of these ecosystems. 

Adding to the museum’s rich offerings is the new permanent exhibition called ‘The Prince and the Mediterranean’. It was curated in conjunction with the Prince Rainier III centenary celebrations and honours his deep connection to the world’s oceans and the Mediterranean Sea. 

See more: Photos: ‘The Prince and the Mediterranean’ exhibition unveiled at the Musée Océanographique

For an extra special experience, visitors can watch the daily feeding of the creatures in the museum’s biggest aquarium at 4pm on weekdays. Head to the shark tank on Level –1 to see it for yourself!  

There are also two Escape Games to be discovered at the museum over the holidays: one for children aged seven and up, and another for over 16s. Reservations can be made here. 

Other popular attractions include the ‘Immersive 360°’ virtual reality experience and the sensory coastline workshop, where families and groups can discover the richness of life living along the Mediterranean seashore.

For more information, click here.

 

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Photo credit: Musé Océanographique de Monaco

‘Talents of the Fort’: call for people to join 2024 organising committee

by: Cassandra Tanti
01/01/2024
Fort Antoine

Following its inaugural year in 2023, the Open Stage of the Théâtre du Fort Antoine is back this summer, and the government is looking for people to help out with the organisation of this unique youth-focused event. 

Monaco’s Department of Cultural Affairs created the ‘Talents du Fort’ event last year to promote artistic talents and passions among those aged 18 to 30. Participants on stage can represent whatever artistic field they desire, from dance and theatre to music and painting, but those with a talent for event organisation are needed too.

Now, a call has gone out for people to get involved in the creation of the 2024 edition of the ‘Talents of the Fort’.

From registration management to communication, technical support and logistics, the young volunteers will be given a chance to assist with all aspects of the preparation and running of the event and will be able to share their own ideas with its project managers.

The opportunity is open to people aged between 18 and 30 with an interest in culture and event organisation, and who live in Monaco or attended school here. Those with a strong link to the Principality will also be considered. Ideally, applicants should be available for around two hours per week between 15th January and July 2024.

For more information or to register your interest, send an email to fortantoine@gouv.mc before 19th January 2024.

 

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Emissions fell by 4.6% in France in 2023

by: Stephanie Horsman
01/01/2024

During the first nine months of 2023, carbon emissions from France fell year-on-year, according to a recently released report from the Interprofessional Technical Centre for Atmospheric Pollution Studies (CITEPA). What contributed to the 4.6% change? 

The CITEPA report, which had been commissioned by the French Ministry of the Environmental, was published on 26th December.  

The preliminary data included in the report indicates an overall 4.6% decrease in carbon emissions during the first three quarters of 2023, compared to the same time period in 2022, while those behind the report accredited three sectors with helping make the positive change.  

The energy sector saw the biggest drop: 9.4% over 2022 figures. Industry came in a close second, showing a 9.3% decrease, while eco measures in the building and construction trade saw its emissions fall by 7.5% cut.  

The news prompted French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne to exclaim on social media, “-4.6%! In 2023, our CO2 emissions will continue to fall at an unprecedented rate. We are on the right track for France to achieve its carbon neutrality objectives by 2050. With #FranceNationVerte, this vision is at the heart of our ecological planning.”  

For more information on the findings of the report, click here.

 

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Anti-bullying hotline and website for children and teens coming soon to Monaco

by: Niki Borisova
01/01/2024

Following nearly 40 reports of harassment and violence during the last school year, the Principality is reportedly stepping up its fight against school bullying with the imminent launch of a new support hotline and website for victims. 

Aimed at providing immediate support to students suffering at the hands of bullies, as well as offering a safe place for victims and witnesses to come forwards with reports of bullying incidents, the dual helpline and website project marks the next stage in an ongoing strategy to crackdown on bullying in the Principality’s schools.  

See more: National Council calls for “concrete actions” to end bullying in Monaco schools

In comments published by the Monaco Matin, Minister of the Interior Patrice Cellario said, “The idea is that we have a single telephone number that is connected to the Department of Education… Outside of the working hours of the department – at night and on weekends – the number will be sent to a partnered association so that the support can be continuous.” 

The hotline will reportedly be supplemented by a website that will provide helpful resources and advice to victims of bullying.  

A date for the launch of the hotline and website is yet to be confirmed, but Cellario indicated in his comments that it could coincide with the return to school in a few weeks’ time “or in any case later this month”.  

 

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Important dates: 2024 to be a “Year of Sport” for Monaco

by: Niki Borisova
01/01/2024

2024 looks set to be a thrilling year for sport in Monaco, with everything from world-class motorsports, tennis and athletics to a moment in the global spotlight for the Principality as it becomes the official host of the final stage in the Tour de France. Here are all the key dates you need to know about.

MOTORSPORTS 

Kicking off the year will be the 92nd Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo, which is scheduled for 22nd to 28th January. This event marks the commencement of the FIA World Rally Championship season. For more information, click here. 

It will be closely followed by the 26th Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique that will be taking place from 31st January to 7th February. This national treasure of a rally features cars from 1955 to 1980, and harks back to a golden age of rally racing. For more information about the event, click here.

Rallies have long been a favourite sporting event in Monaco. Photo credit: ACM

The seventh edition of the Monaco E-Prix will hit the Principality on 27th April. A host of the sport’s biggest names have already confirmed that they will be taking part – Sébastien Buemi, Jean-Éric Vergne, Antonio Felix Da Costa and Stoffel Vandoorne, to name but a few – so be sure to reserve your seat well in advance by clicking here.

Then, come May, Monaco’s most famous event comes to town: the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix, from 24th to 26th. This time round, however, it will be preceded by the Grand Prix Historique Monte-Carlo from 10th to 12th May. This latter event takes spectators on a nostalgic journey through motorsport history and features real races between legendary cars on the authentic Circuit de Monaco. For more information, click here.

In 2024, the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix will be taking place from 24th to 26th May. Photo credit: Scuderia Ferrari Press Office

Tickets for the official Grand Prix, which will take centre stage at the end of the month, are available online now. Click here for more information.  

ICONIC EVENTS

Talking of iconic events, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters tennis tournament will be returning to the clay courts of the splendidly located Monte-Carlo Country Club from 6th to 14th April. A major date in the ATP World Tour Masters 1000, the Monaco round regularly attracts the world’s top international players.

See more: Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters 2024: Early bird ticket sales begin

A few months later, towards the end of July, the Tour de France will be coming to the Principality. It has been 15 years since Monaco welcomed any section of the Tour so it is particularly exciting that it will act as the start line for the final stage – a time trial – on 21st July. Read about the full route here. 

See more: Monaco to officially welcome the Tour de France in summer 2024

STADIUM EVENTS

Three weeks before the Olympic Games commence in Paris, Monaco’s Stade Louis II will provide the perfect warm-up for top track and field athletes with the Herculis EBS Meeting on 12th July. Read more about the event here.  

The Stade Louis II will host some of the world’s finest athletes in the weeks ahead of the Olympic Games in Paris. Photo credit: Herculis EBS Meeting

The Jumping International de Monte-Carlo is another big sporting highlight for the Principality, especially given the deep-rooted love and appreciation for horses and equestrian sports that is shared among almost all Grimaldis. The date is yet to be confirmed, but it usually takes place at the end of June or in early July.  

Read related: 

From a Princely hobby horse to a renowned international setting: A brief history of equestrianism in Monaco

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Main photo credit: Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters