Latest from the Riviera
Young photographers aged 11 to 25 are invited to take part in Monaco’s “Heritage in Danger” competition, capturing cultural sites and traditions under threat, with selected works to be exhibited at the Saint-Martin Gardens.
58m ago
Monaco recorded a significant increase in marriages in 2025, while birth numbers remained stable, according to new civil registry figures.
8h ago
New figures show a clear split in Monaco’s baby name choices in 2025, with Italian-style names favoured for boys and British-inspired names popular for girls.
8h ago
A historic bastide near Toulon has been put on the market for €4.2 million, offering extensive grounds and panoramic views.
8h ago
Bernard d’Ormale, the husband of Brigitte Bardot, was briefly hospitalised after falling ill during a walk in Saint-Tropez.
9h ago
HBO is reportedly planning to film season 4 of The White Lotus on the French Riviera, with Saint-Tropez’s Château de La Messardière among the key locations.
1d ago
Carlton Cannes Fest 2026 will run from 16 January to 28 February, bringing together guest chefs, wellbeing sessions and cultural events as part of the Carlton Cannes’ first festival of exclusive winter experiences.
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Giulia was the most popular girls’ name in Nice in 2025, as birth numbers in the city rose slightly over the year.
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Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer will open a new signature venue, Bar Gustave, at Hôtel Hermitage in 2026 as part of its ongoing luxury renovation.
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Monaco’s flagship jobs fair returns on 6 February, with thousands of jobseekers expected and a new focus on technology and artificial intelligence.
1d ago
Young photographers aged 11 to 25 are invited to take part in Monaco’s “Heritage in Danger” competition, capturing cultural sites and traditions under threat, with selected works to be exhibited at the Saint-Martin Gardens.
58m ago
Monaco recorded a significant increase in marriages in 2025, while birth numbers remained stable, according to new civil registry figures.
8h ago
New figures show a clear split in Monaco’s baby name choices in 2025, with Italian-style names favoured for boys and British-inspired names popular for girls.
8h ago
HBO is reportedly planning to film season 4 of The White Lotus on the French Riviera, with Saint-Tropez’s Château de La Messardière among the key locations.
1d ago
Motorists travelling between Menton and Ventimiglia are facing major disruption from today due to long-term roadworks on the Italian side of the border.
1d ago
Rail services across the Côte d’Azur are likely to be disrupted tomorrow as SNCF faces a national strike by train drivers and ticket inspectors.
1d ago
France is set for a warmer-than-average week, but with rain returning to much of the country.
8h ago
Temperatures are climbing along the Côte d’Azur today, with sunshine and milder conditions returning, though strong winds are expected.
4d ago
France is bracing for Storm Goretti, with violent winds forecast from Thursday and several western regions placed on orange alert.
5d ago
Light snowfall was reported in several communes around Nice on Tuesday evening, offering a brief wintry spectacle without causing disruption locally.
5d ago
Sunny but blustery conditions are forecast for Wednesday, with strengthening winds and low temperatures making it feel particularly cold by the evening.
6d ago
A sharp cold spell has settled over Nice and the Alpes-Maritimes, with low temperatures forecast to persist through the week and snow expected in the mountains.
6 Jan
The Mayfair townhouse that inspired The Importance of Being Earnest is for sale for £14 million, blending literary history with modern luxury.
2h ago
Selena Gomez turned heads at the Golden Globes in a custom Chanel gown that took more than 300 hours to create.
2h ago
Harry Styles fans are convinced a return is imminent after posters and a new website hinted at fresh music.
3h ago
Moses Martin, the 19-year-old son of Coldplay’s Chris Martin, has released his first single as the lead singer of a new alt-rock band.
3h ago
Britney Spears says she will perform live in the UK “very soon”, sharing the stage with her son Jayden, while ruling out future performances in the US.
8h ago
Zinedine Zidane has shared a moving tribute to Rolland Courbis following the former coach’s death at the age of 72.
8h ago
Charlie Brooker has confirmed that Black Mirror will return to Netflix for an eighth season, promising a series that is “more Black Mirror than ever”.
1d ago
Dame Helen Mirren has received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes, celebrating her lifetime of achievements on screen.
1d ago
One Battle After Another led the film honours at this year’s Golden Globes, while Timothée Chalamet and Jessie Buckley claimed major acting awards.
1d ago
George Clooney says age, perspective and deep respect are the reasons he and wife Amal have managed to avoid arguments throughout their 11 years of marriage.
4d ago
A new report suggests the UK’s ability to compete as a place to manufacture and invest is at risk as business costs continue to rise.
1d ago
President Trump’s administration is increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve, targeting Chair Jerome Powell amid a dispute over interest rates.
1d ago
Rio Tinto is considering a takeover of rival Glencore in a move that could create the world’s largest mining company.
4d ago
Investors are cautious ahead of a key US Supreme Court decision on President Trump’s global tariffs, while oil prices have been supported by geopolitical tensions related to Venezuela.
4d ago
US job growth is expected to have cooled in December as businesses remain cautious over hiring, while unemployment may edge lower.
4d ago
Samsung has reported record profits after soaring demand for AI servers pushed memory chip prices higher, sending its shares up in Seoul.
5d ago
Oil markets have steadied after recent losses as the US steps up action to restrict Venezuela’s oil sales, including the seizure of two tankers.
5d ago
Asian stock markets have moved higher while oil prices fluctuated, as investors assessed developments linked to Venezuela and possible US action.
5 Jan
The United States has warned it may raise tariffs on Indian goods if India does not reduce its purchases of Russian oil, as trade talks between the two countries continue.
5 Jan
Samsung says it plans to double the number of devices using Google’s Gemini AI to around 800 million this year as it steps up competition with Apple and Chinese rivals.
5 Jan
Zinedine Zidane has shared a moving tribute to Rolland Courbis following the former coach’s death at the age of 72.
8h ago
Qualifying matches for the Australian Open are under way, with several French players aiming to secure a place in the main draw.
1d ago
OGC Nice and AS Monaco have both booked their places in the Coupe de France last 16 after contrasting wins.
1d ago
Manchester City will confirm the signing of Antoine Semenyo today after completing a £62.5 million deal with Bournemouth.
4d ago
AS Monaco and OGC Nice are both on the road this weekend as they begin their Coupe de France campaigns against Orleans and Nantes.
4d ago
Paris St Germain claimed their fourth consecutive Champions Trophy after a stoppage-time equaliser forced penalties against Marseille in Kuwait.
4d ago
Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola says Antoine Semenyo’s transfer to Manchester City is nearly finalised, with a medical scheduled today.
5d ago
Paris St Germain face Marseille in the Champions Trophy in Kuwait tonight, with both sets of supporters largely absent.
5d ago
Luke Littler has advanced to the quarter-finals of the World Darts Championship after defeating former champion Rob Cross.
30 Dec
Morocco and South Africa have secured places in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage, joining group winners Egypt.
30 Dec
Speculation has intensified over a potential heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury following Joshua’s latest victory.
23 Dec
AS Monaco midfielder Takumi Minamino will be out for an extended period after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.
23 Dec
Luke Littler moved into the third round of the PDC World Darts Championship with a straight-sets win, while former champion Gerwyn Price was knocked out at Alexandra Palace.
22 Dec
ASM Basketball moved to the top of the table after beating Nanterre 105–98 in an overtime victory.
22 Dec
The Coupe de France Round of 64 gets underway tonight with Ligue 1 clubs joining the tournament, including OGC Nice and AS Monaco, who both face tough away fixtures.
19 Dec
