08.02.2010
Monaco: Nelson Mandela's charity looking for a helping hand
Twenty-five years ago a human rights activist Ray Barnett, originally from Ireland and living in Canada, heard a news report that 150,000 African children were starving to death and decided to go to Uganda to see what he could do.Read more …
05.02.2010
Monaco: Grimaldi Forum stands by decision not to renew the Karé(ment) concession in June
One of Monaco’s most popular night clubs seems determined to fight a decision by the Grimaldi Forum not to renew its five-year concession when it finishes in June. The Karé(ment) bar-discotheque is on the first floor of Monaco’s cultural and congress centre, and attracts youngsters from as far away as Nice and Menton, as well as Monaco. Read more …
29.01.2010
Monaco: Classic cars gear up to tackle hairpin bends in world-famous rally
Those passionate about classic cars will be making a beeline for the Principality this weekend for the 13th Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique. And anyone planning on going to watch this world-famous motoring event should be prepared for a visual feast, as a convoy of beautifully preserved Alfa Guliettas, Renault R5 Turbos, Porsche 911s and Lancia Flaminias roar into town for the competition.Read more …
27.01.2010
Monaco: Photographer will never show and tell
Excuse me," Edward Wright checks his phone apologetically, "it's one of my clients. Their baby is teething so we may have to rearrange tomorrow's shoot. Welcome," he says smiling, "to the frontline of portrait photography."Read more …
21.01.2010
Monaco: Georges Marsan weighs in with mini-crèche, improved “life line” service and plans for the Condamine market
The Mayor of Monaco, Georges Marsan took the opportunity at the traditional New Year cocktail held this week to announce some of the plans his team have for 2010.Read more …
12.01.2010
Monaco: New President of Monegasque parliament elected as Stéphane Valeri takes up government position
Jean François Robillon has been chosen to lead Monaco’s elected parliament, the Conseil National, replacing former president Stéphane Valeri (pictured left) who has been appointed an advisor to the Prince’s government on health and social affairs. It is the first time a President has “crossed the floor” in this way and is seen by many as a further sign of the openness and modernity of the Sovereign Prince Albert II.Read more …
02.01.2010
Monaco: Alzheimer’s sufferers will have dedicated care in the region
The year 2011 will be pivotal on the Côte d'Azur for Alzheimer's. By then, both Monaco and Nice will have hospitals dedicated to the care, treatment and reserch into the neuro-degenerative illness, which is on the increase, and attacking younger and younger people and for which there is no known cure.Read more …
30.12.2009
Monaco: Guess what the artist used for this commission?
A young British artist, already famous for capturing celebrities, has unveiled his latest work, a portrait of Prince Albert II, in the renovated Barclays Wealth building in Monte Carlo.Read more …
17.12.2009
Monaco: Prince Albert II Foundation partners work with founder to present projects
Putting the focus firmly on the oceans, Monaco’s Sovereign Prince Albert II is in Copenhagen for the second week of the high profile United Nations summit on climate change, and took the opportunity to publicise the Principality’s latest project.Read more …
11.12.2009
Monaco: Beware of low flying aircraft tonight
Do not be alarmed by the sound of a small plane buzzing about over Monaco tonight from 9pm to 4am on Saturday morning.Read more …
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