France honours African veterans of Second World War landings
France has staged a military ceremony to remember an event often called “the forgotten D-Day”, the crucial but overshadowed Allied invasion of the French Riviera to push back the Nazis.
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Boy who plunged down Highland gorge thanks emergency services
A boy who plunged down 15ft between rocks in Caithness thanked emergency services, after it was revealed medics saved his foot.
Stones fell from damaged Notre Dame ceiling amid heatwave
French officials have said several stones fell from the vaulted ceiling of the fire-ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral after last month’s heatwave.
Duncan Taylor returns to Scotland squad after two-year absence
Duncan Taylor will make his first Scotland appearance for two years when he starts against France in Nice on Saturday.
Work to decontaminate Paris streets around Notre Dame to get under way
Workers are preparing to decontaminate some Paris streets surrounding the Notre Dame Cathedral that have been tested with high levels of lead following the April blaze that damaged the landmark.
WATCH: French hill walker captures perfect landscape at summit of Highland mountain
A French hill walker filmed his epic journey on the Suilven mountain in Sutherland.
Small just got more beautiful with french flair
The Renault Clio. It’s the definitive expression of this French brand’s vast experience in the supermini class, building on the company’s reputation for making compact cars that are characterful, fun to drive and technically accomplished – qualities that go back all the way to the famous Renault 4 and 5 models of old.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Belgium international Romelu Lukaku could yet leave England’s north-west for Serie A this summer, according to the Daily Express. Talks have collapsed between Juventus and Manchester United, who were unsure Bianconeri striker Paulo Dybala was committed to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s vision. However, Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte, who tried to recruit Lukaku while at Chelsea, has said he is “very hopeful” that the 26-year-old striker would join the Nerazzurri.
Lead pollution concerns over Notre Dame Cathedral clean-up
Environmental groups and one of France’s largest labour unions have called for stronger measures to ensure clean-up work at fire-ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral does not expose workers and nearby residents to unsafe levels of lead.
New play about wartime exploits of Islay minister who saved thousands from Nazi regime
A new play will detail the wartime heroics of a Scottish minister who helped thousands of service personnel escape from the Nazis.
Inventor of jet-powered hoverboard could cross English Channel in 15 minutes
The inventor of a jet-powered hoverboard is undertaking final checks for his challenge to soar across the English Channel.
The Beautiful Game gives Aberdeen firm a clear vision
A north-east firm’s key role behind the scenes at the 2019 Fifa Women’s World Cup in France made sure there was a Scottish presence in the competition right through to the final.
In Pictures: Paris on parade for Bastille Day celebrations
French President Emmanuel Macron led the Bastille Day celebrations as crowds packed the streets of Paris for the annual parade.
Iran ramping up uranium enrichment beyond 2015 nuclear deal limits
Iran has announced it will raise its enrichment of uranium, breaking another limit of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
France in last-ditch bid to save Iran nuclear deal
France is making a last-minute bid to rescue Iran’s nuclear deal with world powers.
North Korea accuses US of being ‘hell bent’ on hostility despite Trump visit
Three days after the US and North Korean leaders held a historic third meeting, Pyongyang’s UN Mission accused Washington on Wednesday of talking about dialogue but being “more and more hell bent” on hostile acts.
Students questioned in France after baccalaureate maths questions leaked
A dozen students in France are being questioned by judicial authorities for leaking maths questions for the country’s rigorous baccalaureate exam for school students.
Jill Ellis credits United States players after ‘intense’ win over France
Head coach Jill Ellis saluted her players after United States overcame France to reach the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup.
Rapinoe double earns United States semi-final showdown with England
Megan Rapinoe did her talking on the pitch on Friday night as her two goals sunk hosts France and booked the United States a semi-final showdown with England at the Women’s World Cup.
France hits all-time temperature record as Europe battles heatwave
Schools are dousing pupils with water and nursing homes are equipping the elderly with hydration sensors as Europe battles a record-setting heatwave.
Heatwave puts Italy and France on highest weather alert
France’s national weather service issued its highest-level danger alert as it warned that parts of the country could expect temperatures to reach an “exceptional peak” on Friday amid a record-setting heatwave in Europe.
Rapinoe insists focus remains despite White House furore
United States’ midfielder Megan Rapinoe has urged her team-mates to “think hard” about associating themselves with President Donald Trump.
No evidence that Notre Dame blaze was criminal, prosecutors say
There is no evidence from a preliminary investigation to suggest that a fire that destroyed large parts of Notre Dame Cathedral was criminal, the Paris prosecutor’s office has said.
France put on hot weather alert as heatwave reaches Europe
Meteorologists have placed more than half of France, including around Paris, on alert for high temperatures as a heatwave was expected to spread across Europe.
France prepares for heatwave with orange alert declared
Authorities around Paris have issued an orange alert for intense heat, the second-highest level on its scale, as very hot temperatures are expected across continental Europe this week.
Mathieu Bastareaud left out of France squad
Mathieu Bastareaud has been left out of a 31-man France squad to prepare for the World Cup.
Journey is not done for us, says upbeat Howard
Sophie Howard says Scotland are ready to embrace the pressure of Wednesday’s Women’s World Cup clash with Argentina in Paris.
Nelson soaks up tap tips to prepare for Italy
England’s Under-21 stars have been turning the heat up in the bath to avoid getting into hot water at Euro 2019.
Notre Dame Cathedral holds first Mass since devastating fire in April
Notre Dame Cathedral has held its first Mass since the devastating April 15 blaze, although only 30 people were allowed to attend and the archbishop had to wear a hard hat as he stood among the burnt wood debris.
Scotland head coach hits back at flak attack ahead of Japan clash
Both Scotland and Japan have taken a surprising amount of criticism for their opening World Cup results.
Scotland Women’s Erin Cuthbert more than happy to inspire next generation
Erin Cuthbert is only 20 years old but she will forever remain young at heart.
Didier Deschamps hails France character as they return to top of Group H
France head coach Didier Deschamps praised his players for the way they bounced back from defeat by Turkey to get their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign back on track with a 4-0 win in Andorra.