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.
New York
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.
VIDEO: Watch Peterhead bagpiper join big names to march in New York City’s Tartan Day parade
A north-east youngster joined big names from across Scotland to celebrate his roots in the Big Apple as part of New York City Tartan Day.
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.
Government buys £12m New York apartment for UK diplomat negotiating trade deals
The Government has bought a penthouse apartment in New York for 15.9 million US dollars (£12 million) for use by a British diplomat working to secure trade deals for the UK.
Suspect arrested in murder of reputed mob boss
A 24-year-old man has been arrested after the shooting death of the reputed boss of the Gambino crime family, New York City police said.
Top leader of crime family shot dead in New York
A man said by federal prosecutors to have been a top leader of New York’s notorious Gambino crime family has been shot and killed on Staten Island.
New York prosecutor probing Trump business deals
New York’s attorney general has opened a civil investigation into Donald Trump’s business dealings, taking action after his former lawyer told Congress he exaggerated his wealth to obtain loans.
Hotel Chocolat sweet on overseas start-ups as profit and sales jump
Retailer Hotel Chocolat has hailed “encouraging early signs” for its overseas start-ups as it rang up a 7% rise in half-year profits.
Sir Billy Connolly to lead Tartan Day Parade in New York
Sir Billy Connolly will lead the New York City Tartan Day Parade this year, it has been announced.
Vandal topples wax statue of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Someone attacked a statue of Sean “Diddy” Combs at Madame Tussauds wax museum in New York, shoving the rap impresario’s likeness so forcefully it lost its head, police have said.
White supremacist gets life for killing black man with sword
A white supremacist who killed a black man with a sword as part of an attack that authorities said was intended to incite a race war has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Social media falls in love with pups at this year’s Westminster Dog Show
The 143rd annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show is taking place in Manhattan, New York City, and social media users have fallen in love with the very talented dogs.
Sturgeon promotes Scottish business on tour of North America
The First Minister has been promoting Scottish business links with North America, during her tour of the continent.
Cynthia Erivo says British actors are colder and more competitive than in US
British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo has said cold and competitive UK Bafta actors can learn from their US counterparts.
Eden Court singing group invited to perform at famed Carnegie Hall in New York
A vocal ensemble from Eden Court in Inverness have been invited to make a one-off performance at the world-famous Carnegie Hall.
Harvey Weinstein and defence lawyer Benjamin Brafman part ways
Harvey Weinstein and his criminal defence lawyer Benjamin Brafman have parted ways.
Fanny Hill: ‘One of most banned books in history’ up for sale
A novel said to be one of the “most banned books in history” is going under the hammer.
Foundation creates new App to celebrate the Scottish influence on the Big Apple
It boasts some of the world’s most famous and instantly recognisable architecture.
Five British bands to enter Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
British bands have dominated the latest list of entrants to the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Harvey Weinstein: I’ve had one hell of a year
Harvey Weinstein has said he has endured “the worst nightmare of my life”.
Aberdeen’s student choir will open this years’ Snowflake Ball in New York alongside Sheryl Crow
Aberdeen University's Chapel Choir will take centre stage at one of the world’s most prestigious fundraising galas in New York next week.
Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted 16-year-old model, according to lawsuit
Harvey Weinstein is accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old Polish model in New York, according to amended legal documents.
Writer haunted by witnessing 9/11 gives talk in Aberdeen
An author who witnessed the collapse of the Twin Towers from her workplace in New York visited Aberdeen last night to explain how the experience has shaped her life and her work.
Justin Timberlake cancels Madison Square Garden show over ‘bruised’ vocal cords
Justin Timberlake has cancelled his performance at Madison Square Garden after suffering “severely bruised” vocal cords.
Prosecutors drop part of criminal case against Weinstein
Prosecutors have dropped part of the criminal case against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein.
Weinstein to appear in court as lawyers bid to get charges dismissed
Harvey Weinstein is to appear before a New York judge as his lawyers try to get criminal charges against him thrown out.
Trailer for Barry Jenkins’ follow-up to Moonlight is released
The trailer for the anticipated follow-up to Barry Jenkins’ Oscar-winning film Moonlight has been released.