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New Year’s Eve in Monaco: a complete guide on where to celebrate 2026 in style
As the clock ticks towards the new year, few places can compete with Monaco’s New Year’s Eve glamour. Lights, music and gastronomy…the Principality offers everything from Michelin-starred dinners to firework shows.
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Monaco mourns death of former Chairman of Board of Auditors
The government of Monaco has announced the passing of one of their own with the death of James Charrier, former Chairman of the Monaco Board of Auditors from 2004 to 2016.
James fires Roca Team to comeback victory
AS Monaco Basketball brushed last weekend’s demoralising overtime defeats aside with a controlled performance against Euroleague strugglers Panathinaikos on Tuesday.
Inside Monaco’s Covid laboratory
Up to a thousand Covid tests a day are analysed in Monaco’s high security laboratory, where scientists are not only looking for positive cases but are intensely searching for new variants.
Monaco strengthens legislative arsenal against financial crime
The National Council has passed two bills to combat financial crime in Monaco. Among them, a widening of the scope of justice to confiscate capital and sanction fraudulent virtual currency transfers.
January was a record-breaking month for sunshine
With over 210 hours of sun racked up in January alone, Monaco and the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes region beat the previous sunny days record set back in 2005.
Imminent launch for new Monaco-themed hot air balloon
The Monaco Aeronauts Club has announced the dates for the completion of its latest hot air balloon, which will not only be environmentally friendly but will sport the colours of the Principality.