Historic Three-Mast Barque Belem Chooses Cannes for her Winter Quarters
One of the world’s most fascinating sail ships, the Belem, has cast anchor in Port Canto where she will stay over until spring 2021. A rare chance to visit this beauty.
Sculpted Love – A Novel by Marcus Bicknell
Marcus Bicknell, author of 'Sculpted Love' is perhaps better known on the Riviera as an advocate of his great grand uncle Clarence Bicknell, the botanist, archaeologist and artist
Another Summer, Another Sad Record of Animal Abandonment in France
Every year, countless pets are kicked out in the street. Are the French indifferent about their furry companions? And are you interested in one of our featured adoption candidates?
Irina Brook: What a Difference a Year Makes
It has almost been one year that the former director of Nice’s Théâtre National tendered her resignation and left. Where is she now and what is she up to?
Boris Wilensky: The Renaissance Man with a Camera
Three years after his breakout exhibition in Cannes, the Parisian artistic photographer is well on his way to international fame. But he does not let that define him.
Humanisma Project: The Yearlong March for Animal Rights is Underway
Charlotte Arnal, a young activist from Aix-en-Provence, is (quite literally) on her way to changing the French Constitution to give animals protected legal status
Robert Redford Honoree of the 2019 Monte Carlo Ocean Gala
Invited by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the American Oscar winner is lauded for decades’ worth of advocacy for environmental issues
Popul’air: Setting Out to Save the Planet, One Good Deed at a Time
On September 7, an urban and rural festival of collective and individual initiatives with roots in Nice kicks off a global citizen’s eco-movement
Significant Historic Shipwreck Artefacts Recovered in the Bay of Cannes
A rare find of 17 amphorae from the 3rd century BCE at a depth of twenty metres excites marine archaeologists and shipwreck aficionados alike
Monaco’s New Sea Turtle Rescue Centre An Instant Hit
After four years in the making, the latest addition to the Oceanographic Museum has been unveiled several weeks ago much to the delight of visitors and sea turtles alike
Notre Dame Fire: The World is Stepping up to the Plate
In the days following the devastating blaze at the Paris cathedral, swift action has been taken to financially contribute to its reconstruction. PACA is doing its fair share, too.
Thales Alenia Space: Cannes’ Technology Trailblazer Turns 90
La Bocca’s flagship company has kicked off its jubilee year with an open air expo covering nine decades of aerospatial progress
How the Biot Animal Tragedy Sparked a Wave of Positive Actions
Animal abandon and abuse run rampant in France. Luckily there are great animal welfare organisations and activists that help restore faith in humans.
Théâtre de la Cité: “Racists Won’t Stop our Commitment to A Multicultural Society”
While Black French humorist Donel Jack’sman deflects a vile insult from a spectator in mid-show with grace, the depth of racism running rampant in Nice is exposed
World Renowned Architect Renzo Piano To Reconstruct Genoa Bridge
The new 1,100 metre viaduct to replace the section of the A10 motorway which collapsed without warning in August, is a masterpiece of functionality, aesthetics, and symbolism