What’s behind Monaco’s surprising baby name trends for 2025?
Leonardo and Matteo dominate for boys while Emma and Charlotte signal Anglo influence, revealing split cultural preferences among new parents.
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Brigitte Bardot laid to rest in Saint Tropez following private funeral service
French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot was laid to rest in Saint-Tropez on Wednesday January 7th, following an intimate funeral service in the seaside town she called home for over half a century.
SNCF strike on 13th January to disrupt Côte d’Azur rail services
The one-day action by Sud Rail union will likely affect TER Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur services connecting Nice, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes and other coastal cities.
Bumper holiday period for SBM as Americans surge and Café de Paris covers jump 65%
The hospitality group saw visitor numbers double on Casino Square over two years, with restaurants and casinos posting strong gains during the holiday period.
Theft of Jules Bianchi’s karts leaves family devastated
Nine karts stolen from Philippe Bianchi's home included the last one driven by the late F1 driver before his move to single-seaters, with the family denouncing an attack on Jules' legacy.
Monaco’s Electro Winter Party returns with new lineup
Following a successful debut last year, Monaco's Electro Winter Party is scheduled to return on February 6th with a fresh line up of electronic music acts.
Celebrity jeweler Chris Aire reports €1 million theft at Villefranche-sur-Mer rental
The Nigerian-American designer known as "The King of Bling" has alleged jewelry theft from his holiday apartment, with police investigating claims of burglary without forced entry.
New Jean Cocteau exhibition in Menton is a tribute to friendship, art, and identity
At its heart, the exhibition explores the duality of the self and the influence of friendship, offering a deeply personal look at Jean Cocteau’s emotional world.
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