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A social media-organized demonstration in Ballymena aimed to express community anger over local issues but escalated into three nights of violence, prompting families to flee the area and display their nationalities on front doors for safety. The situation highlights rising tensions and the community's desire for peace amidst the turmoil. More Context

Violence in Ballymena has led to over 40 police officers being injured during three nights of rioting, sparked by a protest over an alleged sexual assault. The unrest has resulted in significant damage to homes and businesses, arson incidents, and has spread to other Northern Irish towns, with police deploying water cannons and rubber bullets to manage the crowds. More Context

Celebrity investigator Mark Williams-Thomas is launching a two-part podcast, Jay Slater: The Investigation, revealing new accounts surrounding the disappearance of 19-year-old Jay Slater in Tenerife. Key revelations include Jay carrying knives for "protection" and his final conversations with convicted drug dealer Ayub Qassim and his friend Lucy Law, shedding light on the chaotic circumstances leading up to his vanishing. More Context

Three teenage girls, aged 14, 16, and 17, have pleaded guilty to manslaughter for the death of 75-year-old Fredi Rivero in London, who was assaulted near a bus stop on Seven Sisters Road. After being found injured and later dying in the hospital, the girls are set to be sentenced on September 5, with their families expressing devastation over the tragedy. More Context

Rioters in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, engaged in violence for a third consecutive night, throwing petrol bombs, bricks, and a hatchet at police, resulting in 41 officers injured and six arrests. The Police Service condemned the disorder as "completely unacceptable," emphasizing the need for calm and the ongoing investigation into the violent incidents. More Context

C2C train passengers are experiencing overcharges of up to £3 due to a technical issue affecting contactless fares on routes to and from Liverpool Street and Fenchurch Street stations. The operator has advised customers to check their bank statements and is working with TfL to resolve the glitch and issue refunds for overcharged journeys. More Context