The Indian community in Lazio, Italy, held a protest march on June 25 to pay tribute to Satnam Singh, a 31-year-old farm laborer who died in a workplace accident on June 19. The march highlighted the hazardous work conditions faced by undocumented Indian migrants in Italy. Satnam Singh, an illegal migrant from Punjab, was killed in a farm accident and his employer allegedly abandoned him. The protest assembled at the main bus stand in Latina, raising awareness about the plight of Indian migrants in Italy.

Russia is set to resume direct passenger rail service with North Korea in July, following a four-year break due to the pandemic. Trains will run from Vladivostok to the North Korean port of Rason, allowing passengers to travel directly between the two cities. The announcement comes after President Vladimir Putin's recent visit to North Korea, where he deepened ties with Pyongyang and signed a bilateral deal including a mutual defense pledge. The resumption of rail service is seen as a further strengthening of relations between the two nations, as Russia seeks to expand its economic and diplomatic ties in Asia following sanctions imposed over its invasion of Ukraine.

FC Barcelona has announced the closure of its football academies in India, effective July 1. The academies, located in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, and Bangalore, were launched 14 years ago to train Indian youth in the club's renowned "La Masia" style. Thousands of players have been trained since 2010, with India hosting two Barca Academy APAC tournaments and participating in 11 Barcelona Academy World Cup editions. The club has not provided a reason for the closure, which was announced on their website. The decision marks the end of an era for Indian footballers who aspired to train in the Barca way.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the CBI in the alleged liquor policy case at Rouse Avenue Court. His lawyers argued that the agency's move was biased, as Kejriwal had already been questioned for nine hours as a witness in April last year. The CBI's sudden shift from witness to accused was questioned. Kejriwal's legal team sought a 24-hour deferment to study the case. The Supreme Court petition challenging the stay on grant of bail was withdrawn, with plans to file a more substantial appeal. The case has been ongoing since August 2022. Kejriwal's arrest marks a significant development in the investigation.

The UK witnessed its hottest day of 2024 on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 30.0C in Chertsey, Surrey, and 27.3C in Usk, Monmouthshire. This marks the warmest weather of the year in all four nations. Yellow heat-health warnings remain in effect across England, with potential heatwave conditions in some areas. However, cooler and cloudier conditions have already arrived in Northern Ireland and Scotland, and are expected to spread to the rest of the country in the coming days, bringing an end to the brief heatwave.

A controversial protest dubbed the "Paris Poop Protest" has been delayed due to the River Seine's persistent pollution issues. The demonstration, which aimed to criticize the government's €1.5 billion cleanup efforts, involved protesters planning to defecate in the river. The event was slated to coincide with a swim by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo and French President Emmanuel Macron, but the swim was postponed after a report revealed high levels of fecal bacteria in the water. The swim has been rescheduled for July 15, just before the Olympics. The protest's postponement comes as a relief, but the river's pollution status remains a pressing concern.

Om Birla, the NDA candidate, has been re-elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for the second consecutive time. He won the contest against K Suresh of the INDIA bloc through a voice vote. Birla, a BJP MP, will lead the 18th Lok Sabha. His re-election marks a significant victory for the ruling NDA coalition. Birla's experience and consensus-building skills are expected to facilitate smooth functioning of the lower house. His election was greeted with applause from members across party lines, indicating a bipartisan support.

Two NASA astronauts, Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams, are stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) with no set return date due to issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The spacecraft launched on June 5, but mechanical problems, including helium leaks and thruster issues, have delayed their return multiple times. NASA says the crew is safe with ample supplies on the ISS, which has a relatively open schedule until mid-August. The mission is part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, testing Boeing's spacecraft for routine ISS missions. NASA is taking a cautious approach, prioritizing safety over a quick return.

Afghanistan's cricket team, led by Rashid Khan, made history by defeating Bangladesh and qualifying for their first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final. However, an incident involving all-rounder Gulbadin Naib raised eyebrows. Naib clutched his thigh and fell to the ground, only to return minutes later and take a wicket, sparking questions about the legitimacy of his injury. Captain Rashid Khan downplayed the incident, attributing it to a minor cramp and stating that it didn't impact the game. Despite the controversy, Afghanistan's historic win remains the focus, marking a significant milestone for the team.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has pleaded guilty to one count of espionage as part of a plea deal with US authorities. He appeared in court on the US territory of Saipan, where he admitted to breaking US law by encouraging classified leaks. The judge sentenced him to time already served in a British prison, allowing him to walk free. The US extradition request has been dropped, and Assange is heading to Australia to reunite with his family. He arrived at court in a suit and tie, after flying from London on a charter plane. The flight cost $500,000, which his wife had appealed for donations to cover.