Turkey takes on Georgia in their opening match of the Euro 2024 campaign at the BVB Stadion Dortmund. The game kicks off at 5pm on June 18, 2024, and will be broadcast on BBC One. Turkey, slight favourites, aim to redeem themselves after a lacklustre performance in the last Euros, while Georgia debuts in this major tournament. The predicted scoreline is 1-0 in favour of Turkey.

In a bold political move in South Africa, former President Jacob Zuma’s party, uMkhonto weSizwe (MK), has aligned itself with the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) under a new opposition banner called the 'Progressive Caucus'. This development follows allegations of election rigging after the 2024 elections, leading to significant legal and political maneuvers.

Muslims from around the globe have journeyed to Mount Arafat near Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the holiest day of the Hajj pilgrimage. Here, they stand in prayer, seeking mercy, blessings, and unity. The event commemorates Prophet Muhammad's Farewell Sermon delivered over 1,400 years ago. This year's Hajj is also marked by the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.

The thrilling clash between Spain and Croatia at Euro 2024 marks the third game of the tournament and the first in the 'Group of Death.' Spain’s young squad faces Croatia's experienced team, led by manager Zlatko Dalic. Both teams look to make a significant impact as they kick off their campaigns in Germany.

Cristiano Ronaldo is gearing up for Euro 2024, driven by his ongoing rivalry with Lionel Messi. As he nears 40, Ronaldo aims to make a mark for Portugal, especially after Messi's World Cup victory. Despite recent controversies and mixed performances, Ronaldo remains committed to achieving success with his national team.

The gripping third season finale of 'The Boys' has set the stage for a highly anticipated fourth season, which will premiere on Prime Video with new episodes in June and July. With major character arcs and intense moments, fans are eagerly awaiting the developments. The creators have also revealed that the series will conclude after the fifth season, making the upcoming episodes crucial to the storyline.

As Argentina gears up for their Copa America title defense, they face Ecuador in a pre-tournament friendly in Chicago. Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina looks to continue their impressive form with Messi in sensational goal-scoring shape. Betting odds favor Argentina, but Ecuador aims to pull off an upset. Fox Sports Deportes will televise the match in the U.S., while fans can stream it on Fubo.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced a challenging World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium. Coach Finidi George, under immense pressure, saw his team take an initial lead, only to fall behind and ultimately lose 2-1. The result puts Nigeria's qualification hopes at risk and leaves Benin Republic topping Group C with seven points.

Egypt and Italy have announced the establishment of a jobs and migration centre in Cairo. This initiative, aimed at regulating migration flows and combating illegal migration, will also provide Egyptians with job opportunities in Italy. The centre will assist in document acquisition, job training, and reintegration of returning Egyptians, thus strengthening bilateral ties and promoting legal migration channels.

The 97th Comrades Marathon has commenced in Durban with over 20,000 participants. The grueling race, in an up-run direction towards Pietermaritzburg, began at 5:30am. Featuring elite runners like Gerda Steyn and Tete Dijana, this year's event is supported by 5,000 volunteers and includes road closures. The official Twitter account has extended good luck wishes to all participants with hashtags #Comrades2024, #NoDoubt, and #Nakanjani.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has opened its portal for 2024 Batch 'B' Stream 1 registration beginning June 8, 2024. Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) are invited to register via the official NYSC website. The deadline is June 10, 2024. Important instructions include not thumbprinting by proxy and ensuring accurate details. Foreign-trained and part-time graduates are also eligible to register.

President Biden's speech in Normandy, commemorating D-Day, honored U.S. Army Rangers and emphasized democratic values, contrasting with former President Trump's approach. His message framed democracy vs. dictatorship as the central issue for the 2024 election, while addressing aid to Ukraine and the complexities posed by his stance on Israel and Gaza.