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Photos: Inside the jaw-dropping galaxy-themed Rose Ball of 2026
From topless Crazy Horse dancers to an auctioneer descending from a UFO, Monaco’s 70th Rose Ball delivered spectacle, surprise and a galaxy-themed night unlike any other.
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Time to dump the drooping tree?
There will be a dozen points located throughout the Principality where people can drop off their real Christmas trees again this year for authorities to turn into compost.
Warm wishes from Prince Albert, Princess Charlene
In his NYE address, Prince Albert has assured citizens of his “commitment to leading the Principality out of this health crisis towards a more stable, prosperous and just future.”
Hundreds try to defy NYE lockout
Monaco delivered on its promise to keep non-authorised party-goers out of the Principality on New Year’s Eve, turning back 600 cars at its border, mostly from the PACA region.
2020 hottest year on record
Weather forecaster Météo France has announced that 2020 was the hottest year in France since record taking began in 1900.
Oldest volunteer first to be vaccinated
A 94-year-old woman has become the first person to be vaccinated against Covid-19 in the Principality.
Strict restaurant rules from 2nd January
People will have to prove they are either a Monaco resident, or are working or staying in the Principality, in order to dine at local restaurants from Saturday.
