5 Jun
On World Environment Day 2024, the IUCN Director General underscored the critical need for land restoration to counteract deforestation and unsustainable agriculture. With 40% of global land degraded, restoration efforts like the Bonn Challenge aim to heal ecosystems and support vulnerable communities. A call to action was made for global dedication to reverse land degradation for climate resilience and sustainable development.
4 Jun
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, BJP is retaining most stronghold seats but is trailing in 15 of the 94 it won previously. As of 11:45 am, BJP leads in 79 seats while Trailing in 15, spanning across 14 states, mainly Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Gujarat. Key trailing seats include Maharashtra's Jalna and Rajasthan's Churu.
3 Jun
Tributes for Rob Burrow, former Leeds Rhinos player and MND campaigner, have poured in after his passing at 41. His family and teammates have expressed their condolences while fans gathered at Headingley Stadium to pay their respects. Construction on the Rob Burrow MND Centre in Leeds has commenced. A documentary and a Radio Leeds special will honor his legacy.
2 Jun
Vinicius Jr's stellar performance in the Champions League final, scoring a crucial goal to secure a 2-0 win for Real Madrid over Borussia Dortmund, has intensified discussions about his potential Ballon d'Or win. Despite a rocky game, Madrid clinched their 15th European Cup after contributions from both Vinicius Jr and Dani Carvajal. Marco Reus faced a somber farewell, while Toni Kroos's assist was pivotal.
1 Jun
The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress have initiated an indefinite strike on June 3rd to protest the government's refusal to increase the minimum wage and reverse the electricity tariff hike. Both unions have united in their demand for a N615,500 minimum wage, citing the high cost of living and inaction on the part of the government.