Web archive - June 26, 2024

World

South Korea resumes live-fire drills near North's maritime border after 7 years

Latest development comes after North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile into East Sea

Pakistan

Pakistan condemns US resolution, cites misunderstanding of political landscape

Timing and context of resolution do not align well with positive dynamics of bilateral ties, says FO spokesperson

World

Gaza crimes: Netanyahu fears potential ICC arrest warrants by July 24

ICC prosecutor requests arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza

Spotlight, Art and Books

When literature ends up being butchered on screen: A safe space for hardcore readers

For every book that transitions beautifully to television, there are a thousand that go horribly wrong

Pakistan

Omar Ayub calls for Imran Khan's release as condition for PTI-PML-N talks

Omar Ayub insists dialogue with PML-N can only take place after Imran Khan and other PTI members are released.

Entertainment

Conor McGregor follows fake 'Hawk Tuah' girl account

McGregor's search for the viral ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl led him to follow a fake Instagram account.

Entertainment

Chris Rock criticizes Will Smith for referencing Oscars slap in 'Bad Boys 4'

Rock condemns Smith for mocking the infamous Oscars slap in a new 'Bad Boys 4' scene, calling it a "cheap stunt."

Entertainment

Kanye West deals with copyright infringement lawsuit with Donna Summer Estate

West's settlement includes an agreement to cease the use of the song and does not grant future permission for use

World

Israel strikes Lebanon with white phosphorus bombs amid heightened tensions

Israeli airstrikes destroy three homes in occupied Shebaa Farms

Entertainment

Spencer Milligan, star of 'Land Of The Lost', passes away at 86

Milligan’s death was confirmed online but his cause of death remains unknown.