The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed June 21 as International Yoga Day in December 2014, following a proposal by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The observance of International Yoga Day has inspired a significant number of individuals worldwide to engage in yoga. Yoga has received substantial institutional recognition in India and throughout the world as a result of the commemoration of International Yoga Day. The phrase "Yoga for Women Empowerment" will serve as the theme for International Yoga Day in 2024. On June 21st, which is International Yoga Day, let us make a commitment to make yoga our daily companion and assist in the development of a flourishing nation.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has come under fire for his handling of proceedings during the debate over the contentious Finance Bill 2024, with accusations of bias and procedural irregularities levelled against him by Senators aligned with the Azimo La Umoja One Kenya Coalition. "Speaker Wetangula is running the house like a DJ at a disco matanga in Matisi. The exclusion of Senators from the galleries, traditionally open to the public during debates, has intensified tensions within the assembly. "The behaviour of the Speaker is wanting, and Wetangula needs to change," Sifuna remarked, criticising what he sees as Wetangula's excessive involvement in debates. The Finance Bill 2024, currently under debate, holds significant implications for Kenya's national budget.

KOTA KINABALU: Three women made a shocking discovery of a dead baby buried on vacant land in Inanam near here on Wednesday (June 19). It was learned that the witness had seen the couple, who were carrying a bag and a shovel, from a first-floor rented room where the three young women were staying, not far from the land. After seeing the couple leave, the trio wanted to check what the couple had buried on Tuesday (June 18) night but decided against it as it was raining. Instead, they went to the land at 8pm the following day and dug up the earth at the said spot. "Further investigations are being carried out under Section 318 of the Penal Code for concealing a birth,” said ACP Kasim.

On Thursday (June 20), Tan Jun Hao, a 31-year-old Malaysian, was fined S$1,200 after he pleaded guilty to using criminal force on one of the women. He followed a 26-year-old woman as she was going up an escalator from Nicoll Highway MRT station at around 8.30pm on April 9. He then squirted the mixture, which he had earlier mixed in a small plastic bottle, on her dress as she was walking along a nearby overhead bridge. “He had also prepared red dye at home, which he intended to mix into the liquid,” said the prosecutor. Court documents did not state how the authorities managed to track Tan down before he was caught.

YINCHUAN (China): Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted ethnic unity during his inspection of Northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region on Wednesday (June 19). Visiting a multi-ethnic residential community in the region's capital city Yinchuan, Xi was pleased to see the residents living harmoniously and happily together. "The 56 ethnic groups unite together to forge the community of the Chinese nation. The Chinese nation is a big family." Xi also called for concerted efforts to advance Chinese modernisation and realise national rejuvenation and for high-quality community services for residents.

“A whistleblower will be given protection, but if he or she violates other laws, then the protection will be withdrawn. “There is an urgent need for amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (WPA) to make it supersede other laws,” Muhammad said. “Whistleblowers in Malaysia face innumerable challenges such as threats to their safety, their family’s safety, and their livelihoods, among others. “These dangers often far outweigh any sum of money that they could be rewarded with for reporting corruption,” he added. Pushpan said that the focus should be on reforming existing whistleblower laws, which have been in use for more than a decade despite their shortcomings.

NAGOYA, (Japan): A Godzilla monument came to Chubu Electric Power Mirai Tower in Nagoya on Wednesday (June 19) ahead of the celebration for the 70th anniversary of the opening of the tower, formerly called Nagoya TV Tower, on Thursday (June 20). This year also marks the 70th anniversary of “Godzilla,” the first film in the series released in 1954. Takashi Yamazaki, director of “Godzilla Minus One,” which won in the best visual effects category at the Academy Awards, also attended the ceremony. The monument, placed in Hisaya-Odori Park in central Nagoya, is 2.45 meters tall, 2.4 meters wide and 8.7 meters deep. When Godzilla appeared in front of the illuminated tower on Wednesday evening, there were roars of joy from people gathered nearby.

Published 18:59 IST, June 20th 2024Public Rush to Collect Coke After Driver Abandons Vehicle in Pakistan’s FaisalabadPakistan: A driver in Pakistan’s Mananwala area abandoned his vehicle filled with crates of Coke.

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Spain players led by captain Alvaro Morata (right) celebrate after beating Italy. It was a performance reminiscent of the Euro 2012 final between the two teams when Spain crushed Italy 4-0 in the last international hurrah for tiki-taka football. Williams shines for SpainSpain could have been ahead twice in the first 10 minutes but squandered two great headed chances. Italy pushed forward in hope of an equaliser after Mattia Zaccagni and Mateo Retegui replaced the ineffective Chiesa and Scamacca. But in the dying moments Donnarumma again made two superb saves to twice stop Ayoze Perez making the scoreline better reflect a one-sided contest.

Justin Timberlake reportedly has no plans to attend rehab following his DWI arrest on Tuesday morning. However, according to TMZ, Justin has 'no plans to check into a rehab facility' following the arrest. A source told the publication: 'Justin has no plans to check into a rehab facility following Tuesday morning's arrest in Sag Harbor, NY.' After he was released on bail, Justin reportedly acted like a 'very solid leader' and impressed his team by 'owning' the situation. 'Justin Timberlake allegedly had traces of Molly, poppers, Truvada, and coke in his bloodstream following his DWI arrest in New York,' the fake post read.

Transnet announced on Thursday that Lekau "Solly" Letsoalo has been appointed as group chief operating officer (COO). Former CEO Portia Derby scrapped the role across Transnet in March 2020. Letsoalo will oversee the work of the chief executives of all Transnet's operating divisions and the group functions of safety, security, and digital transformation. SuppliedHe is a former COO of Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) and has spent 14 years in the private sector, first as managing director at Aveng Manufacturing and, more recently, as chief executive officer of Cargo Carriers. While at TPT, he achieved significant milestones such as expanding the Pier 2 Container Terminal, constructing the Pier 1 terminal, building the Ngqura Container Terminal, and modernising the Cape Town Container Terminal.

JAMES Morrison found his partner dead when a worried pal saw a note on the front door following their split, an inquest heard. Gill Catchpole, 45, was discovered in the annex of the house she shared with the singer and their two daughters on January 5. A co-worker of Gill's had called James when he went to pick her up and discovered a note on the front door of the home in Whitminster, Gloucestershire. Tragically, the star discovered his former partner dead in the annex she was living in. 3 Gill was discovered dead at the family home in Gloucestershire Credit: Facebook

'I just hear nasty things about myself all the time,' Kylie admitted in the confessional interview. After her good news, Zoe jokingly wondered why Kim didn't mention that she was going to pitch a movie in the girls' group chat. As it got closer and closer to midnight, Kourtney admitted: ‘I think Rocky wants to be November first.' After the lengthy birthing process and the joyous moment of meeting Rocky, Kris comforted her daughter in her inimitable way. But Kourtney admitted later that she was glad her mother was there, as Kris had a calming effect over the proceedings.

Nestle will instead market its Vital Pursuit line of $5-and-under frozen meals on social media, he said. "We won’t directly make the connection (to the drugs) on the food package," Moe said. Referencing the weight-loss drugs on packaging for Vital Pursuit products could expose Nestle to regulatory scrutiny. 'ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER'Herbalife is taking a more direct approach, saying on Facebook: "Using a GLP-1 weight-loss drug? Coke's Fairlife shakes, with up to 42 grams of protein, are frequently touted on social media by people using the medications.