Current Affairs may-30th-2024
International News:
Massive Landslide in Papua New Guinea Buries Entire Village
- A catastrophic landslide in the remote village of Yambali, located in the Enga Province of Papua New Guinea, has tragically buried the entire village, leading to a significant loss of life.
- According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations agency, the disaster has claimed the lives of over 670 people, with more than 2000 individuals feared trapped under the debris.
- The death toll is expected to rise due to the challenging accessibility and remoteness of the affected region, which hinders rescue efforts.
Important Days:
Celebrating International Day of Action for Women’s Health 2024
- The International Day of Action for Women’s Health 2024 is a crucial event that serves as a strong platform for advocating gender equality, women's rights, and ensuring a healthy and fulfilling life for all women globally.
- This day is dedicated to raising awareness and pushing for significant changes to improve women's health and rights worldwide.
World Hunger Day 2024: A Call to End Global Hunger
- On May 28th, the world comes together to observe World Hunger Day, focusing on the critical issue of global hunger.
- This day aims to highlight the plight of millions suffering from malnutrition and emphasizes the need for sustainable solutions to eradicate hunger.
- The theme for 2024, “Mobilising in Critical Times of Threats and Opportunities,” underscores the importance of empowering women to make autonomous decisions, free from coercion and discrimination, as a vital step towards ending global hunger.
Sports News:
Legendary Disney Songwriter Richard M. Sherman Passes Away at 95
- Richard M. Sherman, one half of the iconic Sherman Brothers duo who created some of Disney’s most beloved songs, has passed away at the age of 95.
- Alongside his late brother Robert, Richard M. Sherman composed award-winning music for classic films such as “Mary Poppins,” “The Jungle Book,” and “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” leaving an enduring legacy that has touched countless lives.
Miscellaneous News:
Indian Mountaineer Satyadeep Gupta Achieves Historic Double Dual Ascent
- In an extraordinary achievement, Indian mountaineer Satyadeep Gupta has made history by becoming the first person to scale both Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse twice in a single season.
- Furthermore, he is the first Indian to traverse these two peaks in an incredible time of 11 hours and 15 minutes, marking a significant milestone in the world of mountaineering.