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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

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Monaco's digital identity scheme launched

Minister of State Pierre Dartout launched Monaco’s digital identity at the Oceanographic Museum on Monday, June 28.

Monaco's infection rate exceeds that of France

Four Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, June 28. Ten residents were declared fully-recovered.

Daylight burglar nets heavy penalty

An individual from Nice who used an unlocked back door to access the Monaco mansion of restaurateur Flavio Briatore has been tried and sentenced...

Alexander Nübel joins ASM on two-year loan

AS Monaco have announced the signing of German goalkeeper Alexander Nübel from Bundesliga side Bayern Munich on a two-year loan deal through 2023.

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Monday, June 28, 2021

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Russian owner of Black Pearl dies in Monaco

Oleg Burlakov, whose net worth was in the region of $700 million to $1 billion, has died in Monaco at the age of 71...

Princess unable to fly home for anniversary

Princess Charlene is unable to fly back to join her family to celebrate the 10th anniversary of her marriage to HSH Prince Albert on Thursday, July 1.

Ten new coronavirus cases over three days

No residents tested positive for coronavirus in the 24 hours leading up to Sunday evening, while two more residents recovered.

Monaco and Tonga lead the way

The 21st meeting of the United Nations Consultative Process on Oceans and the Law of the Sea was held from June 14 to 18, 2021, under the co-chairmanship of the Ambassador of Monaco...

Uganda rugby captain goes AWOL in Monaco

The captain of Uganda’s national sevens rugby team last week disappeared from his hotel in Monaco where the team was isolated...

Verstappen cruises to victory in Red Bull territory

Max Verstappen enjoyed his second victory in the space of just seven days, as the Dutchman dominated on the Red Bull Ring at the Styrian Grand Prix on Sunday, June 28.

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Friday, June 25, 2021

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Monaco health pass unveiled

The Monegasque Government has unveiled the content and terms of Monaco’s new Health Pass, or Pass Sanitaire.

France agrees to impose quarantine on UK arrivals

Following a European Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday, at which Chancellor Merkel repeated her call for a united EU front to dissuade UK visitors, President Macron said that France would fall into line with Germany.

Five new coronavirus cases in Monaco

The long-running saga of coronavirus continued on Thursday with the announcement of five new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents, and five full recoveries.

Summer travellers brace for French strikes

Rail and air passengers face serious disruption next month. Managers in the rail sector have warned of “a serious impact”...

Sotheby's to open pop-up gallery

Sotheby’s will open a private sales gallery in Monaco this summer from July 1 until October, the first “pop up” private sales space for Sotheby’s in Europe.

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

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UK travellers fear new French clampdown

Although the most recent French move on UK arrivals was a loosening of restrictions, enabling entry for double-jabbed travellers without a compelling reason, the tide has turned in the opposite direction.

Vaccinations and testing move to Auditorium Rainier III

As the programme of summer events at the Grimaldi Forum gathers pace, the venue for vaccinations and testing will move to the Auditorium Rainier III.

Three new cases, four recoveries

Three Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, June 23. Four residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

SBM launches second Swing Monte-Carlo

On Monday, June 21 Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer launched the second edition of Swing Monte-Carlo...

Bentley interior is 'best of the best'

For more than 30 years, Robb Report’s ‘Best of the Best’ has only been awarded to those who have stood apart from their peers for their exceptional craftsmanship...

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

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Five new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Five Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Tuesday, June 22. Six residents were declared to be fully-recovered.

Golden Nymph award winners announced

Over the course of this year’s Monte-Carlo Television Festival, an international jury of leading actors and industry professionals have attended screenings of all programs in the competition in order to determine the winners of the prestigious Golden Nymph Awards...

Suspended sentence for revenge porn photos

An employee of the Nice town hall has appeared in court in Monaco to answer accusations of having sent nude photos of his former lover after the break-up of their relationship.

100 days to go

Monday, June 22 marks 100 days until the opening of EXPO 2020 DUBAI. Initially scheduled for 2020, this Universal Exhibition was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic...

Monaco at the fore in refugee training program

Monaco, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Bioforce are upping their joint efforts to improve the access of refugees to training and professional development in West Africa.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

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Unaoil executive ordered to pay £400,000

A former senior executive of Monaco-based oil and gas consultancy Unaoil, who was sentenced to jail over a bribery plot in post-occupation Iraq, has been ordered to pay 402,466 pounds ($560,000) by a London judge.

Michel Dotta steps down from presidency

After 22 years, Michel Dotta has decided to step down as president of the Monaco real estate chamber, having forewarned his colleagues three years ago that he would not continue in the role.

One new coronavirus case, three recoveries in Monaco

One Monaco resident tested positive for coronavirus on Monday, June 21, while two others were declared fully-recovered.

Fête de la Mer returns to Monaco

The Principality will once again celebrate the patron saint of fishermen, Saint Pierre, and the Fête de la Mer on Saturday, June 26.

Stade Louis II sees Ireland make history

All eyes were on Stade Louis II on Sunday, June 20, as the World Rugby Sevens Repechage drew to a suspenseful close.

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Monday, June 21, 2021

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Investigation opens into child's fatal fall

The death of a six year-old child who fell six floors at the Parc Saint Roman building on Thursday sent shock waves through Monaco...

Lady Moura sold to unknown buyer

Lady Moura, the luxury super yacht that has been a fixture in Port Hercule for many years, has been sold to an unknown buyer by Camper & Nicholsons...

Three new coronavirus cases over three days of weekend

No new coronavirus cases among Monaco residents were reported on Sunday, June 20, following one on Saturday and two on Friday.

Verstappen steals the show at French Grand Prix

Red Bull have taken their third consecutive victory this year with a stellar performance at the 2021 French Grand Prix.

DULY NOTED: Italy has reintroduced quarantine for UK arrivals. On Sunday Belgium ruled that no British passport holders will be allowed to visit. In both cases the Indian variant was cited.

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Friday, June 18, 2021

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Terrible tragedy at Saint Roman

A six year-old child has died after falling from the sixth-floor balcony of his mother’s apartment in the Parc Saint Roman tower in the east of the Principality.

No more masks but curfew stays

HSH Prince Albert has relaxed the rules on face masks. Wearing a mask outdoors will no longer be compulsory from June 19...

Positive coronavirus cases continue to rise

Six Monaco residents tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, June 17. The situation at Princess Grace Hospital remains much the same...

APIdays return to the Principality

In 2005, the National Union of French Beekeeping (UNAF) launched the national program ‘The bee, sentinel of the environment’. The Principality began participating in this program in 2011...

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

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National Council urges end to curfew

Monaco’s elected assembly has called on the Government to further reduce coronavirus restrictions.

France eases lockdown, ends curfew

Prime Minister Jean Castex told a press conference on Wednesday, June 16, that the unpopular night-time curfew will be lifted 10 days earlier than planned...

Seven new coronavirus cases in Monaco

Seven new cases of coronavirus among Monaco residents were reported on Wednesday, June 16.

Mediobanca embraces responsible banking

Mediobanca – CMB Monaco’s shareholder – has adhered to the Principles for Responsible Banking of the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative promoted by the United Nations...

Photovoltaic panles on roof of Ballets de Monte-Carlo atelier

In line with the Monegasque government’s energy transition policy, the Public Buildings Maintenance Service has installed photovoltaic panels on the roof of the Atelier des Ballets de Monte-Carlo.

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

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BREAKING NEWS: First quarter shows sharp economic downturn

GDP figures for the first three months of 2021 – excluding financial and insurance activities – show a fall of 7.4 percent compared to the same period of 2020, Monaco’s statistical office reported on Tuesday, June 15.

Six new coronavirus cases reported on Tuesday

The number of new coronavirus infections among Monaco residents rose to six on Tuesday, June 15, for the previous 24 hours.

Money launderer escapes with 150,000 fine

An Italian described as a restaurateur has been found guilty of money laundering over a period of several years.

Five long-term charters for Navios

Navios Maritime Partners, the Monaco-based owner and operator of dry cargo vessels, announced on June 15 that it has secured new long-term time charters for five containerships.

Celebrate Bloomsday with the Princess Grace Irish Liibrary

The Princess Grace Irish Library has got a treat for the Principality with its very first Bloomsday. Actors from the Monaco-Ireland Arts Society will be accompanied by music...

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