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Heathrow Airport has announced the resumption of some flights on Friday evening after a fire forced its closure overnight.
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Due to an orange weather alert for strong winds, storms and coastal flooding, the Alpes-Maritimes, Var departments and Marseille have temporarily closed their parks and gardens this Friday.
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Another earthquake has struck Nice and the Alpes-Maritimes region just two days after a magnitude 4.1 quake.
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Heathrow Airport is closed all day today, Friday 21st March, due to a large fire at a nearby electrical substation, causing a significant power outage.
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Customs officers discovered over €100,000 hidden in socks during a routine vehicle check on the 15th of March at a toll station near Fréjus, Var.
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It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the iconic former Formula 1 team boss, entrepreneur, and beloved TV pundit, who has left an indelible mark on the motorsport world and in the hearts of all who knew him. Eddie passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning after a brave battle with aggressive prostate cancer. He was 76 years old.
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France has taken a key step towards the widespread use of medical cannabis, with the Ministry of Health announcing that the regulatory framework for its production and authorization has been submitted to the European Commission.
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The 50th Monaco Cycling Criterium will take place on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Port Hercule.
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The Tarn and the Haute-Garonne regions will be placed on orange wind alert starting this evening at 9pm, Thursday 20th March.
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A modernized version of Beauty and the Beast has caused controversy in France, leading the Ministry of Education to cancel 800,000 copies of the book. The book's author and illustrator, Jul (Julien Berjeaux), criticized the decision, calling it "censorship" based on "false pretexts."
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A 4.1-magnitude earthquake and a 3.7 aftershock have struck the Côte d’Azur on Tuesday evening, but no damage or injuries were reported. While there was no tsunami risk from this event, experts warn that the Paca region is vulnerable, with a near-100% chance of a tsunami over one meter in the next 30 years.
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Following a recent earthquake on the French Riviera, Monaco, located in a moderate seismic zone, continues to ensure its buildings are earthquake-resistant with stringent regulations.
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The Salines car park is adjusting its rates and services following the opening of the Goods Reception Point (PAM) in December 2024. To better accommodate users, the parking time limit has been extended from 15 to 45 minutes.
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Nice is offering a deal for its municipal police officers with a new bonus plan designed to reward their hard work and attract fresh recruits.
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Monaco is once again leading the world in life expectancy, with Monegasques reaching an average of 87 years in 2024.
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The French government is reportedly planning to send a "survival manual" to every household in France, offering guidance on how to prepare for potential threats such as armed conflict, health crises, or natural disasters.
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The Alpes-Maritimes department has experienced a series of earth tremors with at least 15 earthquakes occurring between 6:45pm and 11pm on Tuesday evening March 18th. The tremors were felt across various parts of the region, causing concern among residents and local authorities.
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During a visit to Martinique, Overseas Minister Manuel Valls has announced a bill to combat the high cost of living in French overseas territories, expected before summer.
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- Traffic is severely disrupted on the A500 between Monaco and Nice this Tuesday morning, March 18th. The incident, caused by an accident, has led to the closure of the entrance ramp at Interchange 56, near the Monaco tunnel.
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French European Parliament member Raphaël Glucksmann has sparked a diplomatic debate on Monday by suggesting that the US should return the Statue of Liberty, which was a gift from France over 140 years ago, following Donald Trump's decision to "side with the tyrants" against Ukraine.
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Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts in the Alpes-Maritimes! From Monday to Thursday, expect mostly sunny weather with mild temperatures, but starting Friday, clouds and rain will take over.
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An Ipsos-CES/Ecole d'ingénieurs poll published in Le Parisien has revealed that 86% of French people support the reinstatement of military service, with 53% in favour of making it compulsory.
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A traffic accident involving two vehicles occurred west of Nice this Monday morning at around 9:45 a.m. The collision took place on Avenue de la Lanterne, leaving two people slightly injured.
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A man in his twenties has been arrested at the weekend after threatening police officers with a knife near the Cannes police station. The incident occurred on Saturday in the same location where four officers were previously attacked in November 2021. The man was quickly stopped and taken into custody.
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HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco and Princess Charlene have attended the Provale Solidarité charity gala where more than 100,000 euros were raised to support rugby players facing difficulties. The event, held at the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, gathered nearly 300 guests, including prominent figures from the rugby world.
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