Why are there riots in Ballymena?

In June 1981, during the Trooping the Colour parade, 17-year-old Marcus Sarjeant fired six blank shots at Queen Elizabeth II, who was unaware of a prior threat due to a delayed letter. Sarjeant, motivated by a desire for fame and inspired by high-profile assassinations, was arrested and later sentenced to five years in prison; he changed his name after his release and attempted to apologize to the Queen. More Context

Vitamin gummies from Vita Warehouse Corp, including Welby, Berkely Jensen, and VitaGlobe brands, are being recalled due to undeclared peanuts, posing serious allergy risks. Customers are advised to discard the products or return them for refunds; no allergic reactions have been reported yet. More Context

Patrick Francis Mitchell, a 70-year-old Florida man, was arrested for urinating on $10,000 worth of Spam and Vienna sausage at a Sam's Club, leading to 345 contaminated units being discarded. Charged with disorderly conduct and criminal mischief, Mitchell was identified through CCTV footage and his membership ID, and is currently out on a $3,000 bond awaiting arraignment. More Context

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 37, is on trial for the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, whom he allegedly fatally attacked with a samurai sword while under the influence of cannabis, and for assaulting others during a violent spree in Hainault, London. Monzo admitted to skinning his pet cat before the attacks, claiming he was influenced by voices in his head, and he has a history of substance use and spiritual practices. More Context

President Donald Trump will host a military parade in Washington, DC, on June 14, 2025, coinciding with his 79th birthday and the US Army's 250th anniversary. The event will feature 6,500 troops, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft, while protests against Trump’s policies, dubbed 'No Kings Day,' are expected nationwide, with the largest in Philadelphia. More Context

Beth Martin, a 28-year-old British mother, fell ill with delirium on a flight to Istanbul with her family and died the next day. An autopsy revealed her heart was removed post-mortem, with Turkish officials declaring the cause of death as food poisoning, while her family suspects it may be linked to a missed heart condition or an allergic reaction to medication. More Context