Local News
Monaco’s hot air balloon team sets sight on Alpine tour and Channel crossing
The Monaco Ballooning Team has announced an ambitious programme for 2026, including participation in a record-breaking attempt to cross the English Channel with 200 balloons.
Read more
OceanoScientific welcomed home
Yvan Griboval and the ‘Amaala Explorer’, ceremonially launched in October by Prince Albert, have successfully returned to Monaco after traversing the Mediterranean collecting chemical contaminant...
Pastor murder appeal delayed, again
The appeal trial of Wojciech Janowski, sentenced to life in prison for ordering the assassination of Hélène Pastor, has again been postponed due to the Covid health crisis.
Push to have basketball games broadcast live
AS Monaco Basketball’s season has ground to a halt this November, however organisers are hoping to have games broadcast live to keep the team spirit alive.
2021 budget goes into the red
For the first time since 2015, Monaco’s budget will be in deficit to the tune of €114.5 million. However, spending will continue in key areas in the Principality.
Full steam ahead at Silversea Cruises
Silversea Cruises, the super-luxury cruise line based in Monaco, has taken delivery of Silver Moon - the ninth vessel in its fleet. Meanwhile, Silver Dawn is set to be delivered in 2021.
'Twinning' Monaco and Dolceacqua
Tourism and business ties between the Italian village of Dolceacqua and Monaco are set to be strengthened if municipal efforts to ‘twin’ the two are realised.
