Monaco

The program of the Monte Carlo Jazz Festival, taking place on 20–29 November, has been unveiled; Artistic Director Alfonso Ciulla says 2025 edition will "bring together different generations, aesthetics, audiences” as it is a language in perpetual motion

Princess Charlene, a former Olympic swimmer, has spoken out to media about the +45% incidence in water-related deaths compared to 2024, saying this “public health emergency” calls for more safety education and supervision around pools, beaches, waterways

A criminal investigation is underway following the collapse of Monegasque travel agency Star Croisières, which has been officially declared bankrupt by a Monaco court after leaving hundreds of holidaymakers stranded

The Princess Grace Hospital Centre officially unveiled its five‑year vision announcing Ambition 2025–2030, a transformative roadmap grounded in innovation, holistic care, and ecological responsibility

42 teams from 20 countries, all developing real-world solutions for cleaner yachting, are taking part in 12th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge; bringing together innovators and researchers, the event is a testing ground for next-generation marine technologies

A charity football match between Monaco and Japanese legends will be held at Stadium Suita in Osaka on 27 June; organized by a non-profit organization founded by HSH Prince Albert II, it will raise funds for earthquake victims of the Noto peninsula

An official response was issued following public remarks by the National Council criticising the work and pace of civil service, widely reported in the media; government challenged what it described as “hurtful and unjustified” claims

The now famous ‘L’ Apéro des Frenchy’, an event that celebrates French music and culture, will return to the Monaco’s popular market venue Marché de la Condamine on Sunday 11 May

Monaco has joined the @ON network, a European anti-mafia initiative spearheaded by Europol and Eurojust, enhancing capacity to coordinate cross-border investigations and collaborate more effectively in the fight against transnational criminal networks

The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters 2025 has ended with Carlos Alcaraz winning over Lorenzo Musetti; the traditional, prestigious tournament has brought ten days of usual, unique high-glamor atmosphere, attracting guests and VIPs

Monaco joined forces with France and Italy to conduct a large-scale search and rescue exercise involving 300 people, five aircraft and 19 boats in the waters off Menton to rehearse a highly realistic crisis scenario and test the entire rescue chain