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Uber set to offer Monaco helicopter rides after Joby’s Blade acquisition
Joby plans to bring Blade’s air services to the Uber app in 2026, following its August takeover, potentially reshaping Monaco’s sky routes with an electric, on-demand future.
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Youngest Covid victim so far
Monaco has recorded its 12th coronavirus death, a 62-year-old resident. It is the youngest Covid-related victim in the Principality since the pandemic began.
Prince's Foundation helps spearhead Coral Reef Fund
The Prince's Foundation is among the first to contribute to a $10 million kickstarter for the Global Coral Reef Fund, an unprecedented crusade to finance the preservation of coral reefs.
New director for Princess Grace Irish Library
Paula Farquharson-Blengino has been named the new director of the Princess Grace Irish Library, taking over the reins from Judith Gantley who has held the post for 25 years.
New 'extreme' zone proposed for travel guidelines
The European Commission has set out new plans to prevent the internal border closures of last spring, including a dark red label for areas where Covid is circulating at extreme levels.
France: Silver lining amid massive GDP plunge
France suffered the worst economic recession since WWII in 2020, far surpassing the 2.2% contraction of 2009. But activity held up better than expected during the second lockdown.
Monaco records 11th Covid death
A 79-year-old Covid-positive person has died in Monaco, becoming the 11th victim since the pandemic began and the eighth person to succumb to the virus within a month.
