Location of Van Gogh’s last painting identified
The exact location where Dutch master Vincent van Gogh painted his last work has been pinpointed after being hidden in plain view for years among a tangle of roots next to a rural lane near Paris.
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Louvre reopens in Paris for first time in four months
Paris’ Louvre Museum, which houses the Mona Lisa, has reopened after a four-month coronavirus lockdown.
German coach giant FlixBus primed for UK launch
Germany’s biggest coach company is readying to launch in the UK later this week even as travel companies around the world struggle with the consequences of government lockdowns.
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo declares victory after French municipal elections
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo has declared victory in her fight to win re-election in the French capital.
France holds municipal elections postponed due to virus crisis
France is holding the second round of municipal elections in 5,000 towns and cities which had to be postponed because of the country’s coronavirus outbreak.
Eiffel Tower reopens after 104 days of coronavirus shutdown
Marking another milestone in France’s recovery from coronavirus lockdown, the Eiffel Tower reopened to visitors after being closed for more than 100 days.
In Video: Enjoy the Red Arrows flypast over Paris and London from the cockpit
A colourful flypast by the Red Arrows and their French equivalent, La Patrouille de France, welcomed President Emmanuel Macron to London on Thursday.
Parisians pack cafes after surprise lockdown easing announcement from French president
Paris is rediscovering its joie de vivre, as cafes and restaurants reopen for the first time since coronavirus forced them to close on March 14.
French police stage banned demo against arrest restrictions after Floyd death
French police have defied a ban on mass gatherings to protest against what they see as a lack of government support, marching shoulder to shoulder on the Champs-Elysees to condemn new limits on arrest tactics and criticism of racism in their ranks.
Cafes and restaurants reopen in Paris but customers must keep their distance
Parisians were returning to cafes on Tuesday although Covid-19 restrictions meant the experience was not quite as it was before lockdown.
Notre Dame forecourt opens to public a year after blaze damaged cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral’s forecourt has opened to the public for the first time since the devastating fire of April 15 last year.
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe
Police in France and Belgium have arrested 26 suspects as part of an investigation into human trafficking across Europe that was prompted by the discovery of 39 bodies in a lorry container in Essex.
Kim and Kanye’s daughter North West makes rap debut at Yeezy fashion show
The daughter of Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West stole the show as she delivered a surprise rap on the catwalk at her father’s latest fashion show.
Taylor Swift releases video for The Man performed at Paris concert
Taylor Swift has released a new music video for her hit single The Man, showing a live performance of the song in Paris.
Pierce Brosnan’s sons named Golden Globe 2020 ambassadors
Actor Pierce Brosnan’s sons have been announced as the 2020 Golden Globe ambassadors, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) said.
Pete Doherty handed £8,500 fine in Paris over double arrest
British singer Pete Doherty has been handed a three-month suspended sentence and a fine of 10,000 euros (£8,500) after being arrested in Paris twice in a week, city prosecutors said.
Pete Doherty arrested in France for second time in a week
British singer Pete Doherty has been arrested in France for the second time in the space of a week. The Paris prosecutor’s office said the 40-year singer was placed in custody on Sunday for “violence by a person in a manifest state of intoxication”. Doherty is a former frontman for the Libertines and Babyshambles.
Singer Pete Doherty detained in Paris amid drug sale claims
Former Libertines and Babyshambles singer Pete Doherty has been arrested in Paris for buying cocaine, French authorities have said.
Tutankhamun exhibition will ‘shake the English people’
A Tutankhamun exhibition will “shake the English people” with the glories of Egypt, an expert has claimed.
Assassin’s Creed publisher pledges 500,000 euros to Notre Dame restoration
The company behind the Assassin’s Creed video games has pledged 500,000 euros (£434,000) to help restore Notre Dame Cathedral.
Notre Dame: Firefighters may not be able to save historic cathedral
Around 400 firefighters are battling to save Notre Dame after a catastropic fire engulfed the world famous cathedral in Paris, toppling its spire and threatening the entire wooden frame of the building.
North-east heart attack survivor on his bike for 353-mile challenge to help others
A north-east man is to take on a mammoth cycling challenge to raise money for charity.
Accuser’s lawyer details Chris Brown allegations
The lawyer for a woman who filed a rape complaint in Paris against American singer Chris Brown and two other men has said she alleges she was raped four times during a drug-fuelled party.
Chris Brown detained in Paris after a rape accusation
US singer Chris Brown and two other people are in custody in Paris after a woman filed a rape complaint, according to French police.
Cruises to Russia, Iceland and Norway to set sail from new Aberdeen Harbour
Cruise passengers will soon be able to travel direct from Aberdeen on six new routes including Russia.
Missing north-east pensioner hasn’t returned after trip to Paris
Police are looking to trace a missing north-east pensioner, who it's believed may have flown to Paris earlier this month.
Aberdeen hospital consultants to take on 300-mile charity cycle challenge
A group of north-east consultants are to take on a cycle challenge to raise funds for charity.
North-east family’s pedal power and 24 hours of golf boost Jacobi’s fund
A north-east family has raised more than £10,000 for a trust set up on behalf of their four-year-old son who has a muscular condition.
Paris police clear out migrant camp at centre of national debate
French police have cleared out around 1,000 people from the largest makeshift migrant camp in Paris, which had become a focal point in the county’s immigration debate.
Stars swept away by spectacular Chanel fashion show featuring cruise ship
Celebrity guests at Chanel’s event in Paris have been treated to a spectacular fashion show featuring a massive cruise ship complete with steaming funnels.