Monaco

Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic visit to Monaco on 28 March; though the tradition of respectful diplomatic relations and historical ties with the Holy See have always been strong, it is the first time ever a Pontiff will set foot in the country

The Princely Family spent the weekend together watching women’s curling events at the Stadio Olimpico del Ghiaccio in Cortina; both spouses have been Olympic athletes: him as a bobsleigh pilot in five editions, she as South Africa swimmer at Sydney 2000

The Principality has fallen from 4th to 14th place in the global ranking of destinations favored by ultra-wealthy: the Barnes City Index 2026, annual reference for the cities most prized by Ultra High-Net-Worth Individuals reveals a significant decline

Crowds of Monégasques gathered at Port Hercule to watch the Princely Family celebrate Saint Devota, the patron saint of Monaco and the Princely Family: as per tradition, the Royals light a symbolic boat to commemorate the sailing of the Saint from Corsica

In his New Year’s message, Prince Albert II highlighted the human dimension of 2025 Monaco's achievements, as the country showed its strength in unity, wishing 2026 would enable the spreading of Monegasque model of progress and common good

Two ministerial decrees foster safety and order during the busiest nights of the festive season: limits on fireworks possession leave room only to official pyrotechnical shows and security obligations for nightlife venues are strengthened

Netflix will release Murder in Monaco on 17 December, a documentary on one of the most high-profile criminal cases in the Principality’s history: the death of billionaire banker Edmond Safra on 3 December 1999 in his apartment's fire

Monaco earned their first Champions League victory of the season with a hard-fought 1–0 win over Bodø/Glimt in freezing, rain-soaked conditions in the Norway city, reigniting hopes of progressing from the group stage

The Monaco Pavilionat the World Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai has officially closed its doors after welcoming 1,5 million visitors

A new digital service allows residents to create a personal business entirely online via MonGuichet.mc as part of the Principality’s ongoing efforts to modernise public administration and streamline bureaucratic procedures

The Monaco Card Show, presented by auction platform Voggt, was held at the Grimaldi Forum, bringing the fast-growing world of trading cards, pop culture collectibles and sports memorabilia for the first time in 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