News
Wave of fines on Riviera coastal road – Motorists on the coastal road between Nice and Cagnes-sur-Mer (RM6098) have been hit with a flurry of speeding fines after the limit was reduced from 70 km/h to 50 km/h in late June. Locals claim the change was poorly signposted, accusing authorities of a "cash grab," while officials insist the measure was well publicised and aimed at improving road safety. Some drivers say they've received multiple fines and feel unfairly targeted on a road they use daily.
Woman drowns in La Londe - A 70-year-old woman has drowned at the L’Argentière beach in La Londe-les-Maures, in the Var. The incident occurred just before 1pm on Sunday. The woman was found in cardiac arrest and was declared dead at the scene. Authorities have expressed their condolences following the tragic incident.
Princess Charlene calls summer drownings a ‘public health emergency’ - Meanwhile, Princess Charlene has called France’s 45% rise in drownings this summer a “public health emergency.” Since June 2025, 193 deaths occurred, including two children. The former Olympic swimmer, highlights water safety and supervision. Her foundation promotes swimming education worldwide, seeing it as a basic right. The Princess urges better funding to teach children confidence in water to prevent disasters.
Ukrainians gather in Nice - Ukrainians living on the Côte d’Azur have gathered in Nice to mark Ukraine’s Independence Day, despite the ongoing war. On Sunday many wrapped in blue and yellow, expressed deep gratitude to France for its support and vowed to keep celebrating their nation’s freedom.
“Couleurs!” exhibition hits 60,000 visitors - With over 60,000 visitors just nine days before its closing date, the exhibition “Couleurs! Chefs-d’œuvre du Centre Pompidou” at Monaco’s Grimaldi Forum is now among the venue’s top five most popular summer exhibitions. The show features nearly 100 masterpieces by artists like Matisse, Picasso, and Warhol and has drawn around 1,200 visitors daily, with peaks of 1,800 on some days. The exhibit runs until August 31, alongside Monaco and the Napoleons: Crossed Destinies.
HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco takes part in the official start of La Vuelta 2025 - On Saturday, August 23, 2025, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco took part in the official start of La Vuelta 2025, the renowned Tour of Spain, which kicked off for the first time in Italy, in the heart of Piedmont, Turin. The event marks a milestone as Monaco prepares to host the Grand Départ of La Vuelta on August 22nd next year, further strengthening its role in international cycling.
Brignoles hosts Aïoli contest - Finally, twelve contestants have taken part in Brignoles traditional aïoli-making contest as part of the Saint-Louis festivities at the weekend. Participants crushed garlic and whisked olive oil with patience and skill to “make the pommade” rise. Locals and curious visitors gathered to celebrate Provençal heritage. In the end, crowd favourite "Dédé" took home the top prize, proving once again that aïoli is more than food, it’s tradition, community, and joy.
Business
Chinese property giant Evergrande has been officially delisted from the Hong Kong stock exchange marking the final blow for what was once China's biggest real estate firm. Experts say the removal was inevitable, with liquidation proceedings underway.
French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is to hold a news conference today Monday 25th August, as he seeks to boost support for his government's budget which aims to cut more than 40 billion euros in public spending.
France has summoned the American ambassador Charles Kushner after he wrote a letter to French President Emmanuel Macron alleging France had failed to do enough to stem antisemitic violence. Kushner published the open letter in the Wall Street Journal amid deep divides between France, the U.S. and Israel.
Sport
Tennis - Novak Djokovic battled through heat to beat American teenager Learner Tien 6-1, 7-6 (7-3), 6-2 in the US Open first round. The 38-year-old, playing his first match since Wimbledon, looked unsteady at times but said it was down to a lack of practice and not injury.
Rugby Union - Ireland marked their return to the Women’s Rugby World Cup with a dominant 48-14 win over Japan in Northampton. After an eight-year absence from the tournament, the squad—largely World Cup debutants—delivered what was hailed as “one of our best performances,” scoring six tries.
Football – In a tight match, Lille have defeated Monaco with a last-minute goal. Despite early chances for both sides Lille beat Monaco 1-0. Monaco drop to 8th place, while Lille climb to 5th. Next up, Monaco host Strasbourg.
And - In the Premier League action this evening Newcastle are at home to Liverpool kick off is at 9pm French time.
Golf - Eighteen celebrity teams will compete at Monte-Carlo Golf Club in a charity event supporting the Princess Charlene Foundation on the 15th and 16th of September. The tournament ends with a prize ceremony at Place du Casino. Since 2019, it has raised hundreds of thousands of euros for global water safety projects.
Weather
Cloudy start with sunny intervals and a gentle breeze. Scattered showers forecast in places by this afternoon. Highs of 25 degrees in Monaco, 27 degrees in Nice and Toulon, 26 degrees in Saint-Tropez, 28 degrees in Cannes. This evening going down to 20 degrees.
The outlook for tomorrow, sunny intervals highs of 27 degrees.
Sunrise 06.46am Sunset 08.17pm
Beach weather
Expect a warm and partly cloudy morning, with Monaco seeing around 23 °C early, rising to 26 °C by early afternoon, though afternoon thunderstorms are possible. Sea temperatures hovering between 25 and 25.5 °C in both Monaco and Nice. However, UV levels are very high, especially around midday, so don’t forget your sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and stay shaded between 10am and 4pm.
And Finally
Experts say clutter can seriously harm mental health, creating stress and anxiety. Psychotherapist Dr. Katie Barge explains that mess causes “visual noise” in the brain, making it hard to focus and leading to decision fatigue. Studies show women in cluttered homes produce more stress hormones. Clutter often stems from emotional attachments or guilt over unused items and can become overwhelming, especially for families. At the extreme, hoarding is linked to deeper emotional needs and childhood trauma. Experts recommend starting small, tackling one drawer at a time and stress that decluttering isn’t just about tidiness but improving mental wellbeing. As co-host of The Declutter Hub Podcast Ingrid Jansen says, “More space in your home means more space in your head.”
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