"It's not easy to stay here—more for my life and my safety; I can't try over and over again with the same result." Mohammed Idris, who owns Bash café, in south Belfast, says he will not reopen after his business was set alight during violent protests. Disorder broke...

'My life is threatened - there is no hope here'

A faith leader has told how some members of the Muslim community were left terrified and did not want to leave their homes after a night of unrest in the city. Rioters in Sunderland attacked police officers, damaged buildings and targeted mosques on Friday in an outbreak of violence following the fatal stabbing of three girls in Southport.

Night of violence leaves community in fear

Five countries have now issued travel and safety warnings to their citizens as riots and street disorder continue in the U.K. The United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Malaysia, Indonesia and Australia have since all warned their citizens living in or visiting the U.K. that parts of the country present "safety risks" at the current time.

As riots and disorder spread, some countries warn their citizens about traveling to the UK

The Independent

 Nearly 400 people have been arrested following violence and disorder across the country for a seventh day after the Southport stabbings, with police warning that further violence is likely in the coming days.Several towns and cities in England and Northern Ireland saw violent clashes involving far-right demonstrators, with dozens of police officers left injured.There was unrest in Birmingham, Manchester, Hull, Liverpool, Bristol, Stoke-on-Trent, Blackpool, Rotherham, Middlesbrough and Belfast, with missiles thrown and shops looted.The string of violent incidents over the past few days began on Tuesday 30 July in Southport, after three girls were killed in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club.Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer vowed rioters would regret engaging...

Mapped: Violent protests grip the country with fears of more to come

A member of the public is seriously injured on a night of disorder which saw police attacked again.

Man's head 'stamped on' during racist attack

The family who raised Imane Khelif, the boxer whose Olympics have been overshadowed by a gender eligibility row, has told the BBC "Imane was born female and has lived as a female". Her uncle, Rachid Jabeur, told BBC Arabic that he thought Khelif’s tough upbringing in Algeria has given her...

Boxer Khelif's uncle describes her tough upbringing

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The leader of an organised crime group (OCG) involved in supplying Class A drugs in Nottinghamshire has been jailed for 13 years. Mark Malone, 36, pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of a Class A drug and to possession of a firearm and ammunition when he appeared at Nottingham Crown Court on Monday.

Crime group leader jailed over drugs supply charges

Florida State

Akeena

Red Lobster, the popular seafood chain, has confirmed additional closures in Florida, adding to its recent wave of shutdowns following the company’s bankruptcy filing in May. The latest round of closures includes two more Florida locations, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the iconic restaurant chain.

Popular seafood chain announces more closures in Florida

The 53-year-old is in custody after police received a complaint about a post that incited hatred.

Woman arrested over hate-related Facebook post

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

A mother has called for better security at a cemetery after the grave of her 11-year-old daughter was vandalised. Perri-Leigh Littler said it was "heartbreaking" to find the resting place of her daughter in Stranton Cemetery, Hartlepool, damaged last Tuesday morning. She has called for better lighting and CCTV cameras...

CCTV calls after 11-year-old's grave vandalised

Nebraska State

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Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska from the late afternoon into the evening with a few cells lingering into the overnight hours. Storms will be capable of producing mainly damaging winds, large hail, and perhaps an isolated tornado. Check below for further details on the outlook.

Damaging Winds Excess of 75mph, Large Hail & Isolated Tornado; Northern Plains; Evening of July 29th

 Residents have begun a clean-up operation after far-right demonstrators took to the streets of Sunderland for another night of rioting following the Southport stabbings. An old police station was set on fire on Friday night as footage showed flames pouring from the reportedly disused Sunderland Central Police Office with a crowd of men, some wearing balaclavas, surrounding the building.Beer cans and bricks were thrown at riot police outside a mosque and a Citizens Advice office was set alight. Northumbria Police said three officers were hospitalised and ten people so far have been arrested for a range of offences, including violent...

Sunderland left to pick up pieces after far-right riot causes chaos in city

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Two immigrants from south of the border told the City Council Monday they were harassed when using hotel vouchers for shelter in Denver. Speaking through an interpreter, Leivy Ortega and Henry Aguilar said they received vouchers for hotel stays from an unnamed non-profit. But they had problems using the vouchers, they said. Ortega said she came to Denver from Connecticut and lived in her car for 15 days. She received a three-day hotel voucher, she said, but hotel staff initially would not honor it. She did not name the hotel. She said staff finally looked at her paperwork and gave her a room, but they wanted to charge her. for it. She said they initially weren’t going to allow her to stay because she has a service animal.

Immigrants allege Denver hotel staff mistreated them

A man has been left in a critical condition in hospital after his motorcycle was in a collision with a car outside a theme park in North Yorkshire. The man, 60, was heading north from Ripon on an Aprilia motorcycle on the A6108 on the outskirts of North Stainley at 15:35 BST on Monday.

Motorcyclist in critical condition after car crash

Colorado State

Aurora, CO

The Aurora Police Department released a statement on Tuesday on social media to clear up misinformation about an incident involving thousands of migrants. “Misinformation has spread on social media regarding the large gathering on Sunday at Gardens on Havana shopping center,” Aurora PD posted on X. “We recognize that Sunday’s incident was disconcerting and alarming for a large number of our residents and citizens. The purpose of this message is to provide the community with accurate information based on what we know right now.”

Law-abiding Venezuelans watch election results in Aurora, leave behind mess

A rape survivor who received multiple letters from her jailed attacker has criticised a prison for failing "to keep victims safe". HMP Parc in Bridgend, south Wales, is already under pressure after 10 prisoners died in three months earlier this year. Rieve Nesbitt-Marr, 21, waived her right to anonymity to...

Rape survivor sent letters from attacker in prison

A mother said she fears she will die before her killed son's remains are found. Jesse Richards, originally from Gloucester, was attacked in Cleeve Prior near Evesham 15 years ago, after a dispute involving a drugs debt. It is believed the 40-year-old was driven to wasteland in Bedworth where a...

'I'm never going to stop grieving over him'

Saint Petersburg, FL

Hey foodies and diner lovers! It looks like the beloved Metro Diner in St. Petersburg, known for its hearty portions and Guy Fieri's endorsement, has hit a bump in the road. This popular spot, famous for its pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, and mouthwatering meatloaf, has had to temporarily shut its doors due to some serious issues flagged by a recent state inspection.

Green mold, live roaches and live flying insects - Popular diner closed down in Florida

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UK violence will 'leave a scar' on High Streets

The wave of riots in UK towns and cities risks leaving a \"scar\" on High Streets and businesses, a trade body has warned. Looting and vandalism...

The wave of riots in UK towns and cities risks leaving a "scar" on High Streets and businesses, a trade body has warned. Looting and vandalism...

UK violence will 'leave a scar' on High Streets

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