Google Doodle celebrates the announcement of the results of the French Parliamentary Elections 2024, with the country’s far-right party leading after winning the first round. Exit polls suggest a close race with uncertainty surrounding the final outcome.
Google Doodle commemorates Slovenia’s National Day, marking the country’s independence in 1991, while also acknowledging Portugal’s Dia de Portugal, a celebration of their national epic and the country’s history.
Today’s Google Doodle commemorates Portugal Day, also known as Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas. The purpose of the day is to honor the nation’s culture and heritage.
In recognition of Belgium’s upcoming National Elections 2024, Google released a Doodle on June 9th. Citizens will participate in democratic elections today to select the 150 members of the Chamber of Representatives, serving a five-year term. Furthermore, the same day will include European and regional elections. The Doodle features a ballot box marked with the Belgian National flag, representing the country’s tricolour flag with black, yellow, and red vertical bands. Voting commences at 8:00 am and concludes at 2:00 pm or 4:00 pm in areas utilizing electronic voting. Last federal elections in Belgium occurred in 2019, resulting in an 18-month transition to a new prime minister leading a seven-party coalition government. In 2010, government formation took a record-breaking 541 days.
Google Doodle commemorates Sweden’s National Day on June 6th, honoring the day Gustav Eriksson Vasa became Sweden’s first king in 1523 and led the nation to independence. The Doodle showcases the Swedish flag, symbolizing national pride. People celebrate with parades, rallies, concerts, and children present flowers to the royal family. The day is marked by feasts featuring Swedish delicacies such as strawberry cream cake and elderflower syrup juice.
In recognition of Pride Month, Google has dedicated today’s Doodle to Jeanne Córdova, a prominent Chicana lesbian activist, feminist, and author who made significant contributions to the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Córdova’s tireless efforts in countries like the US and Mexico paved the way for LGBTQ+ equality.
Google commemorated Denmark’s Constitution Day on June 5th by displaying a waving Danish flag as its search engine logo. The holiday marks the signing of Denmark’s Constitution in 1849, ushering in a new era of national identity. The day is celebrated with parades, concerts, and other festivities, symbolizing national pride and unity.
Google’s animated Doodle today pays tribute to the accordion, celebrating its 197th anniversary since its patent was granted in 1829. Known for its free-reed instrument with bellows, the accordion has significantly influenced various music genres, including pop, jazz, folk, and classical. Throughout the late 1800s, manufacturers in Germany increased accordion production due to its popularity among folk musicians across Europe. Its versatility is evident in its ability to create two chords from a single button, depending on the expansion or contraction of the bellows.
Google has created a special doodle to mark the fifth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in India. The doodle features an index finger with an ink symbol, representing the act of voting. Voting is underway in 49 seats across 8 states today, with over 379 constituencies already having completed the process in previous phases.
On May 15, 2024, Google Doodle honored Pão de Queijo, a beloved Brazilian cheese bun that holds cultural and historical significance. Originating in the 17th century, this popular snack is made from tapioca flour by-products and is enjoyed throughout Brazil.
