Scotland won’t be blackmailed on Brexit, says External Affairs Secretary
Scotland will not be “blackmailed into a bad deal” when leaving the EU, according to the External Affairs Secretary.
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Irish leader Varadkar to attend Armistice Day commemorations in Paris
Irish leader Leo Varadkar is to attend the centenary Armistice Day commemoration in Paris on Sunday.
No Trump-Putin summit in Paris with focus on Armistice commemorations
The Kremlin has said Russia and the United States have agreed not to hold a summit in Paris to avoid diverting attention from weekend commemorations marking the 100th anniversary of the First World War’s end.
Paris seeks to attract Brexit City workers with new English school
The woman tasked with attracting City workers to Paris as Brexit rolls on is stepping up her charm offensive, with plans for a new private English school to cater for the wealthy.
A tourist got this picture of the Eiffel Tower and the internet can’t get enough
Everyone is very familiar with the sight of the Eiffel Tower, so it was about time someone came up with a remix.
Paris Motor Show 2018: round-up
The Paris Motor Show 2018 was plagued with issues before the doors even opened. Several key manufacturers – Volkswagen, Nissan, Infininti and more – announced prior to the event that they wouldn’t be attending, which left many thinking that it would be somewhat of a ghost show.
Paris pushes forward with one car-free day a month following successful annual event
Paris’s city centre will be a car-free zone on the first Sunday of every month, after a successful trial scheme. The move is intended to improve air quality and result in more footfall in the capital’s public spaces.
Infiniti Project Black S prototype revealed ahead of Paris debut
Infiniti is set to give a glimpse into its electrified car future next week with this – the Project Black S prototype.
The best cars coming to the 2018 Paris Motor Show
The 2018 Paris Motor Show kicks off on Thursday, October 4, when the Expo Porte de Versailles ushers in the world’s press for a look at the newest and hottest metal. Run on a two-year rotation with the Frankfurt Motor Show, Paris is traditionally where the French manufacturers show off their best and brightest, but you can expect plenty of other debuts from different manufacturers.
Bubba Watson defends previous comments on Paris
It was an amazing coincidence, but the strains of Edith Piaf singing “Non, je ne regrette rien” could clearly be heard as Bubba Watson defended his previous comments about Paris ahead of this week’s Ryder Cup.
Peugeot reveals retro-styled e-Legend concept
Peugeot has looked to its heritage for one of its most advanced concept cars to date.
Sales of new petrol and diesel cars must end by 2030 to meet climate targets, says report
A new report has suggested that the EU may struggle to meet its climate targets without an earlier ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars.
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.
Seven injured in Paris knife attack
Seven people have been injured in a knife attack in central Paris but police said that terrorism was not suspected.
Two Britons among seven injured in Paris knife attack – reports
Two British tourists are among seven injured after they were attacked by an armed man in Paris, local media reported.
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.
Dozens of Aberdeen flights cancelled
Around 30 flights to and from Aberdeen have been cancelled today.
Passengers tell of ‘burning smell’ filling cabin as flight from Paris forced to divert
A woman has described the terrifying moment she was woken by friends telling her there was a problem with their plane – before a “burning smell” filled the cabin.
Aberdeen flight diverted to Edinburgh after emergency
An Aberdeen-bound aircraft has been forced to divert to Edinburgh after declaring an emergency.
EasyJet flight delayed overnight after scorpion spotted on plane
Aberdeen passengers have told how their flight was delayed overnight after a scorpion was spotted onboard.
Prosecutors open terror investigation in Paris
French counter-terrorism prosecutors have opened an investigation into a car attack on soldiers in Paris that left six injured.
Six hurt as vehicle hits soldiers in Paris suburb
Six people were injured when a vehicle slammed into soldiers guarding a Paris suburb, French police said.
Woman sues Disneyland after chef’s blow torch gives her second degree burns
A mother of two says she suffered burns to her face after a blow torch used to light a dessert sent flames across a counter at a Disneyland Paris restaurant.
Notre Dame on lockdown after police attacked by hammer-wielding ‘terrorist’ outside Notre Dame
A man has been shot and injured by police in Paris after attempting to attack an officer with a hammer near Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Watch: Kim Kardashian West feared Paris armed robbers would rape and kill her
Kim Kardashian West said she thought she was going to be raped and killed by armed robbers when she was held at gunpoint in Paris.
Watch: Everything we know so far about the Louvre attack
There’s been a serious incident outside the Louvre museum in Paris today. Here’s what we know so far:
Kim Kardashian robbery sparks at least 15 arrests
At least 15 people have been arrested in connection with the Kim Kardashian armed robbery in Paris last year, according to reports.
Watch: Paris river continues to rise as the city braces for evacuation
The swollen Seine River continues to rise, spilling into Paris streets and forcing one landmark after another to shut down, as it surged to its highest levels in nearly 35 years.