Local News
17 October protest in Nice: violence, looting and questions over how the city lost control
Masked groups, looted sports shops and 40 minors in custody. What happened on Nice’s busiest shopping street as France’s cost-of-living protests turned violent.
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UN Plastics Treaty talks in Geneva stall as countries reject draft
Hopes for a landmark UN treaty to end plastic pollution have stalled in Geneva, with negotiations extended by a day after delegates failed to agree on a draft text.
Twiga’s new owners secure premium deal with AS Monaco until 2028
LMDV Hospitality, the new owner of Twiga, strengthens its presence in Monaco with a premium AS Monaco partnership until 2028, showcasing Italian hospitality and Acqua Fiuggi at the club.
How to exchange your damaged banknotes in France
The service covers banknotes that are torn, stained, partially burnt or otherwise unusable, with no monetary limits and no fees.
Mediterranean marine heatwave pushes sea temperatures towards record 30°C
The Mediterranean Sea is in the grip of an exceptional marine heatwave this week, with surface waters in some areas edging towards 30°C — a level not seen since the infamous 2003 heatwave.
Monaco marks Napoleon Bonaparte’s birthday with special events at the Grimaldi Forum
Special English tours at the museum on 14th August at 6pm, and on Napoleon’s birthday, 15th August, at 12pm and 4pm, explore the life, legacy, and enduring myth of France’s first Emperor.
Monaco to host fifth Smart Marina Summit in September
Previous editions have drawn nearly 250 participants from 26 countries, with attendees including marina project promoters, managers, shipyards, startups, manufacturers and shipowners.
