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Readers point to the recent riots in Paris and elsewhere as a reason to reject the idea of rejoining the EU (Picture Lou Benoist / AFP via Getty Images)

Readers' Letters: Rejoining EU would be a disaster for the UK

A historically important and unique David Ramsay watch made for King James VI of Scotland, is to go under the hammer.

'Extraordinary' watch made for King James VI to go under hammer

A car ablaze during demonstrations in Paris at the weekend

We should learn from the French rather than follow in their footsteps Paul Wilson

South African rugby player Hyron Andrews passed away while on tour in France last week (Pic: Getty)

Hyron Andrews cause of death confirmed as Lions release statement

First Minister John Swinney after giving a speech during the 92nd SNP conference at the weekend (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Readers Letters: Does anyone really believe SNP could run Scotland's buses?

In pictures: 10 images of the protests in France

David II of Scotland and Edward III of England. The Scottish king was captured after invading England on behalf of the French at the Battle of Neville's Cross near Durham 680 years ago this month.

An underrated battle 680 years ago and the capture of a Scottish king

Paris: A protester wraps a French flag around them in front of the burning tourism office during a demonstration against rising living costs and in solidarity with students protesting against conditions in schools.

Scots caught up in student protests in France as tear gas fired

Charlie Shiel left Edinburgh at the end of last season after nine years at the club.

Ex-Edinburgh Rugby man swells growing Scottish contingent in France

Soldiers with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders carry the coffin of World War One fighter Private George Brock, of Dunipace, West Falkirk, at his funeral service in France on Friday, which was held some 108 years after he was killed in action on the Western Front

Two Scottish WWI soldiers buried with honours in France 108 years on

Two sides of Mary, Queen of Scots. Models pose in desses similar to those thought to be worn by Mary Queen of Scots, as a new exhibition, Mary, Queen of Scots: Renaissance and Resistance, opens at the NMS next June, and will bring together about 100 loans from across Europe,

Mary Queen of Scots retold as 'vibrant' queen at heart of her court

The Eiffel Tower was at the centre of controversy in France over women's rights (Picture: Riccardo Milani/Hans Lucas)

Society cannot pander to religions that hide women away Stephen Jardine

Hamish Watson made his debut for Castres against Vanes in the Top 14 at the weekend (Pic: Getty)

Ex Edinburgh teammates face off in Top 14 as Scots star in Prem Cup

Migrants aboard a smugglers' boat attempt to cross the English Channel off the beach of Gravelines, northern France, in July (Picture: Francois Lo Presti)

What would stop the boats: a National Rally government in France Brian Monteith

Scotland's sole nuclear power plant, Torness in East Lothian, is scheduled to end generation of power in 2030 (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Readers' letters: Nuclear power is not the answer for energy needs

Edinburgh avionics firm to help power pioneering ‘self-consuming’ rocket engine

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Record number of competitors for World Porridge Making Championship

A lorne sausage roll

Bid for the Scottish morning roll to be given Unesco status

Nima serving potatoes

The best new cookbooks for autumn - from Roving Haggis to easy Italian

Jonathan Heredia and Isla Mosquera outside their new Leith wine bar, Chez Bernard

‘Deeply personal’ wine bar opens in Edinburgh

The newly discovered letter was purportedly written by Bonnie Prince Charlie in the summer of 1759. Picture: PA

Exclusive Bonnie Prince Charlie was rallying forces in east Europe, says expert

Nicholas Muirhead of the Scottish Leather Group

Five historic Scotland 500 using innovation to drive growth

Highlanders from The Clanranald Trust for Scotland at Duncarron Medieval Village for the launch of the new Scotland: The Home of Outlander locations guide. PIC: Colin Hattersley / VisitScotland

Replica 12th Century village in central belt stars in Outlander guide

Huw Jones left Glasgow Warriors at the end of the season to join Toulon.

‘Sign of respect’: Jones on what he needs to do at Toulon

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Gas bubbles help sperm whales stay motionless while sleeping – study

Architect launches campaign for full rebuild of Glasgow School of Art

Firefighters on day three of the Cairngorms wildfire

Wildfires are burning now: Scotland needs a dedicated aerial response

Here are the 10 highest rated midfidlders at the World Cup 2026. Cr: Nick Potts/PA

Here are the 10 highest performing midfielders at the World Cup 2026

One of two rare Jacobite era pistols representing a "tumultuous" period of Scottish history which are to be reunited for the first time in more than 30 years in a new exhibition, Tartan & Turmoil: The Angus Jacobite Story, in Montrose

Two rare Jacobite era pistols reunite in town once loyal to the cause

Here are the 10 highest rated goalkeepers at the World Cup 2026 - and their chances of winning the Golden Glove. Cr: Getty Images.

Here are the 10 top rated goalkeepers at the World Cup 2026

Who is the favourite to win the Golden Boot at the World Cup 2026? Cr: Getty Images.

The 5 players who can win the Golden Boot award at the World Cup

Staff at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow were professional and caring but seemed to be running hard just to stand still, with no sign of the measured and steady calm of doctors and nurses in France (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

How I discovered stark contrast between Scottish and French healthcare Martin Roche

Everything to know about Scottish venison - including chef tips

Here are the 12 highest valued teenagers at the World Cup 2026. Cr: Getty Images.

Here are the 12 highest valued teenage talents at the World Cup

Ali Price with the trophy after Montpellier's victory over Ulster in the EPCR Challenge Cup final at San Mames in Bilbao.

Scotland scrum-half eyes Top 14 final and chance of second trophy

Who are the favourites to win the World Cup 2026? (Martin Rickett/PA)

Here are the latest odds for the World Cup 2026 winners

Hundreds of fans packed into The Pitt in Granton, Edinburgh to watch Scotland's first World Cup match in almost three decades.

Scotland changed the script for us fans who don't remember France '98 Heather Carrick

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and former defence secretary John Healey with a UK Typhoon fighter jet at a military base in Ankara, Turkey, in October 2025.

Scotland on the 'frontline', as Russian tanker seized

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa overlooking the Marne Valley vineyards

Review: France’s award-winning Champagne hotel escape

Lev Grinberg shows off the Links Trophy after his seven-shot success in St Andrews

Ukraine-born golfer lands stunning St Andrews success in Links Trophy

French capital flowing into Scottish commercial property

World Cup 2026 is edging closer. Cr. Getty Images.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The 10 best matches to watch in the group stage
Here are the 10 World Cup 2026 fixtures we are most looking forward to in the group stages of the competition.

The decadently designed East Lothian property that's on sale

'Outstanding' Scottish chocolatier wins big at international awards

Perpignan's Scottish flanker Jamie Ritchie is to leave the club for family reasons.

Ritchie explains departure from Perpignan amid fresh injury blow

Scotland's Rachel Philipps breaks through to score a try during a Guinness Women's Six Nations match between Scotland and France at the Hive Stadium (Pic: SNS)

Scotland rescue bonus point from France Six Nations hammering

Johnny Matthews celebrates scoring Glasgow Warriors' fourth try in the win over Cardiff in the BKT United Rugby Championship at Scotstoun Stadium.

Matthews on Glasgow Warriors exit, France move and double goal

Perpignan's Scotland flanker Jamie Ritchie playing in the French Top14 for USA Perpignan against Union Bordeaux-Begles.

'Respect that': Edinburgh respond to Jamie Ritchie's Glasgow switch

Perpignan's Jamie Ritchie during a French Top 14 match with La Rochelle.

Glasgow coach praises Ritchie as Perpignan manager has his say

Former France centre Virimi Vakatawa has switched international allegiances to Fiji (Pic: Getty)

Fiji name squad for Nations Championship including Scotland tie

Jim Furyk of Team USA pictured during last year’s Ryder Cup 2025 at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York

Furyk confirmed for second stint as US captain in 2027 Ryder Cup

Political parties should be removed from the equastion when voters go to the polls, a reader suggests (Picture: John Devlin

Readers' letters: Abolish political parties to revitalise democracy

Romania's Brasov cityscape is a must see.

Ad Feature European road trips rise among Brits ahead of May bank holidays

Huw Jones and Gael Fickou could form a dream centre partnership at Toulon next season (Pic: Getty)

Jones set for fantasy rugby partnership as new club poach legend

Le Chateau De Jouarres sits in the Minervois wine region of southern France

Seven nights in this gorgeous French chateau cost just £129 per person

Toulon's French scrum-half Baptiste Serin is in line to return from injury in time to face Glasgow Warriors in the Champions Cup this weekend (Pic: Getty)

France star to make timely Toulon injury return for Glasgow trip

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