Web archive - July 5, 2024

Pakistan

Is government shutting down social media for 6 days during Muharram in Pakistan?

Sources reveal federal government has turned down the request to block social media platforms

World

Polls open in Iran's presidential runoff

Pezeshkian and Jalili emerge as the frontrunners in snap election but fell short of securing 50% for outright win

Sports

PCB announces schedule for tri-series between Pakistan, South Africa, New zealand

First ODI tri-series in 21 years set for Multan in February 2025 as ICC Champions Trophy 2025 preparations kick off.

World

Houthis in Yemen report new US-British airstrikes on Al Hudaydah.

Attacks targets Al Luhayyah, Bayt al-Faqih districts

World

Northern Cyprus president in Azerbaijan for Turkic States Summit

Ersin Tatar visits Baku for Turkic States summit at Azerbaijan's president's invitation

Pakistan

Saudi Arabia grants citizenship to experts and talented individuals in Vision 2030 push

Saudi Vision 2030 aims to cultivate an environment that not only attracts but also retains top-tier talent.

Pakistan

Islamabad to ban purchase of petrol-powered motorcycles

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi bans purchase of petrol motorcycles in Islamabad to reduce pollution and improve air.

Spotlight

Dog weddings are on the rise in China as human ones fail to match up

Excessive spending on pets and organising lavish ceremonies for them has become a trend in the country

Entertainment

Playboi Carti set to drop "I Am Music" after four-year odyssey with producer Cardo

"It's been crazy fun," says producer Cardo on crafting Playboi Carti's highly anticipated new album.

Technology

Chinese AI market upbeat despite western scrutiny

Country's generative AI industry has shown explosive growth, with UN reporting China as topfor AI software patents