Web archive - August 2, 2024

Entertainment

Akon sings ‘Locked Up’ as child predator gets arrested in Vitaly livestream: watch

Adding a layer of irony to the situation was Akon's own brush with controversy involving allegations of misconduct. 

Pakistan

National Assembly offers Fateha for slain Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh

Pakistan is observing a day of mourning for the slain Hamas leader.

Entertainment

Celebrate Spider-Man Day: A tribute to 61 years of web-slinging adventures

On August 1st, fans worldwide celebrated Spider-Man Day, commemorating the legacy of Marvel Comics' web-slinger.

World

Brazil, Mexico, Colombia urge Venezuela to release full presidential vote tallies

Venezuela's electoral council states President Maduro, who has been in power since 2013, the winner with 51% vote

Entertainment

Big Sean drops new track ‘On Up’ with music video

Big Sean released his new track 'On Up' with a heartfelt music video featuring his family.

Music

August Playlist: 'Tere Bina Dil Na Lagay'

A steady traditional beat and a simple finger-style string motif stitch together Faakhir’s iconic hit

Entertainment

Netflix announces end of its biggest-ever show, leaving fans in tears

The final season will air next year, 2025, indicating that Netflix will end its most popular show soon.

World

US court halts Biden's net neutrality rules

FCC voted along party lines to reassume regulatory oversight of broadband internet, reinstate open internet rules

World, Sports

Trump campaign attacks Kamala Harris, alleging her support for Algeria's Olympic boxer

Kamala Harris faces criticism from Trump over her support for an Olympic boxer involved in a gender controversy.

Entertainment

Khalid releases first album in 5 years: Sincere feels 'too familiar'

His last album “Free Spirit,” was named one of the top albums of 2019 by AP.