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Ursula von der Leyen prepares for 2026 State of the Union address

Defence, trade, and a 'military Schengen': inside Ursula von der Leyen’s 2026 legislative roadmap to turn EU promises into action.

Online shopping shake-up: EU plans tougher rules and new fees on low-cost Chinese imports

Cheap online shopping is facing an EU shake-up, with Brussels preparing tougher checks and new fees on millions of low-cost products shipped from China.

Ritz Paris veteran to take charge at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Laurent Herschbach, who spent nearly 30 years at the Ritz Paris and led it as general manager, takes over Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo on 1st October, succeeding interim manager Klaus Kabelitz.

Monaco–Australia business and networking event at MYS

The MEB and the Australian Association of Monaco will host a first Monaco–Australia business reception during the MYS, with Australia's Ambassador to Monaco Lynette Wood and Monaco's Ambassador to...

Heat and drought push French wine production towards 30-year low

French wine production is forecast to fall to 33.9 million hectolitres after record heat and drought, although grape quality may offer some hope.

Thierry Lacoste, Prince Albert II’s former lawyer, charged in Monaco corruption inquiry

Thierry Lacoste, the former lawyer to Prince Albert II, has been charged in Monaco with criminal conspiracy, bribery, influence peddling and money laundering. He disputes the allegations.