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How did Monaco’s Port Hercule get its name?

What do a divine hero of Ancient Greek mythology and a small, wealthy state on the north of the Mediterranean coast have in common? Quite a lot as it happens, and far more than just the name of a...

FPA2’s Olivier Wenden joins jury for Ocean Pitch Challenge

The application stage for the Ocean Pitch Challenge has been launched along with the news that the Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco’s CEO Olivier Wenden will be on the jury.

Interview: Luca Masala and forging the dancers of tomorrow

After 15 years as Artistic Director of the Princess Grace Academy, Luca Masala is proud to tell Monaco Life, “We have a 100% success rate. All our graduates have joined top companies around the...

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The story and meaning behind Monaco’s latest stamp collection

Three new and limited editions stamps have been released for 2024 by Monaco's Office des Émissions de Timbres-Poste and each bears a theme close to the heart of Prince Albert II.

Next month at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo: the light, the dark and a sold-out visit from Rolando Villazón

On the back of Handel’s Giulio Cesare in Egitto and Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem in January, next month’s programme promises to be equally spectacular.

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‘Made in Japan in Monaco’ to showcase traditional and modern arts from the Land of the Rising Sun

From culinary arts to the kimono and pottery, explore Japan's fascinating craft and culture convergence at the 'Made in Japan in Monaco’ event next month.