Woman praised by police after mistaking umbrella for suicidal person
A woman in New York has been praised by police for alerting them to a possible suicide attempt after she mistook a closed umbrella for a person.
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Koepka says DJ chants spurred him to US PGA victory
Brooks Koepka admitted the sound of the fans turning against him worked in his favour as he held his nerve to claim back-to-back US PGA titles and a fourth major title in his last eight starts.
Mayor of New York enters fray for Democratic nomination for White House
New York City mayor Bill de Blasio has announced he will seek the Democratic nomination for president, adding his name to an already long list of candidates itching for a chance to take on Donald Trump.
Mayor of New York becomes latest Democrat to enter presidential race
New York City mayor Bill de Blasio has said he is running for president.
Koons’s ‘Rabbit’ fetches record 91m dollars at New York auction
A stainless steel sculpture of a rabbit by Jeff Koons has set an auction record in New York, fetching more than 91 million dollars (£70.9 million)
Madonna announces UK tour dates
Madonna has announced dates for performances at the London Palladium.
Robert De Niro stars in new Warburtons advert
Robert De Niro has taken part in an advertising campaign for British bakers Warburtons.
Uber shares close down 8% amid doubts over future profitability
Uber hit a few potholes on its first day of trading on the US stock market, closing down 8% and reflecting lingering doubts about its prospects for profitability.
Rolls-Royce teases one-off Phantom built to celebrate its 115-year anniversary
A one-off version of the Rolls-Royce Phantom will be auctioned later this year to celebrate the luxury British marque’s 115th anniversary.
Fake German heiress jailed for swindling US banks and hotels
A German woman who passed herself off as a wealthy heiress to swindle US banks, hotels and even close friends has been sentenced to between four and 12 years behind bars.
Dame Helen Mirren and Will Smith back global charity sleep-out
Dame Helen Mirren and Hollywood star Will Smith will read bedtime stories at a global sleep-out to support homeless and displaced people.
Madonna pays tribute to gay friends as she accepts advocate for change award
Madonna, a pioneer for gay rights, accepted the advocate for change award at the 2019 Glaad Media Awards with a rousing speech that went from playful to emotional, bringing the audience to its feet.
Keanu Reeves: Putting John Wick’s suit on again felt like home
Keanu Reeves has said putting on the suit to resume his role of hitman John Wick for the franchise’s third film felt like home.
New York intersection officially renamed Sesame Street
Visitors to New York can now get to Sesame Street by heading to 63rd Street and Broadway.
Inside the church, tears and laughter for Lyra McKee at her funeral
Inside the 100 year-old St Anne’s Cathedral in the heart of Belfast there was standing room only 45 minutes before the funeral of Lyra McKee was due to start.
Inside the church, tears and laughter for Lyra McKee at her funeral
Inside the 100 year-old St Anne’s Cathedral in the heart of Belfast there was standing room only 45 minutes before the funeral of Lyra McKee was due to start.
Why does the mayor of New York want to ban new glass skyscrapers?
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio plans to introduce a bill banning new construction of glass skyscrapers as part of his efforts to reduce citywide greenhouse emissions by 30%.
Amir Khan denies claims from Terence Crawford he ‘quit’ fight at MSG
Amir Khan has denied Terence Crawford’s accusations he “quit” six rounds into their WBO welterweight title fight at New York’s Madison Square Garden.
All-new Mercedes-Benz GLS puts luxury at forefront
Mercedes-Benz has replaced the oldest model in its range – the GLS – with an all-new version.
All-new Mercedes-Benz GLS puts luxury at forefront
Mercedes-Benz has replaced the oldest model in its range – the GLS – with an all-new version.
Whisky infused ‘Scotch cross buns’ created for Easter
A whisky infused “Scotch Cross Bun” created for Easter will be on sale in New York and London this weekend.
Offers over £149,000: Aberdeen villa with New York vibe
When Olivia Cameron purchased her spacious property, she decided to add quirky features to her new home, inspired by the Big Apple.
Pilot injured as small plane crash-lands in middle of street
Police said a pilot was “very lucky” after a small plane crash-landed in the middle of a street in upstate New York.
1954 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing could fetch £1m as Silverstone Classic sale headliner
Silverstone Auctions’ Classic sale will be headlined by a rather special example of the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing.
North-east piper, 10, joins New York Fire Department band in Tartan Day Parade
A 10-year-old Scottish bagpiper has become an honorary member of a New York firefighter pipe band after busking for six months so he could take part in the city’s Tartan Day Parade.
Sir Billy Connolly leads New York’s Tartan Day Parade
Sir Billy Connolly said he danced “a wee jig” in his heart leading the New York City Tartan Day Parade on Saturday.
Young Scots pipers in flash mob performance at Grand Central Station
A young pipe band brought Grand Central Station in New York to a standstill with an impromptu performance ahead of their appearance in the Tartan Day Parade.
Sir Billy Connolly to lead New York’s Tartan Day Parade
Sir Billy Connolly will lead the New York City Tartan Day Parade on Saturday.
David Blaine under investigation following sexual assault allegations
New York Police Department is investigating sexual assault allegations against magician David Blaine.
New online tool will help families track down Scottish ancestors
An online tool created by a north-east university is helping the descendants of Scots to trace their ancestors.