Web archive - April 1, 2025
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World
China stages military drills near Taiwan, labels president Lai a 'parasite'
The de facto US embassy, the American Institute in Taiwan, said the US would continue to support the island
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World
April Fools' Day: Did Warren Buffett buy Tesla for $1 trillion?
Here’s the rundown on some of the most viral (and totally bogus) pranks making the rounds today.
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Life & Style
'Sikandar' becomes Salman Khan’s 17th consecutive ₹100 crore film
The milestone continues Khan’s record-breaking streak that began with 'Dabangg' in 2010.
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Technology
Ghibli-style AI art frenzy pushes ChatGPT to record user surge
Weekly active users hit 150 million for the first time this year, according to Similarweb data
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Sports
IPL 2025: Punjab Kings crush Lucknow Super Giants with dominant 8-wicket win
Punjab Kings dominated the chase, reaching the target in just 16.2 overs with eight wickets in hand.
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Pakistan
Lahore-Jeddah flight makes emergency landing, avoids major incident
More than 200 passengers were deboarded and moved to the waiting area
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World
US to review $9b funding for Harvard over alleged anti-Semitism
Trump targets elite universities over Gaza protests, cutting funds and ordering deportation of foreign students
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Sports
Pakistan fined for slow over-rate in first ODI against New Zealand
Match referee imposed penalty after Pakistan fell two overs short of required rate, in accordance with ICC regulations
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Life & Style
Mufti Qavi sends love-filled Eid message to Rakhi Sawant
Rakhi Sawant, known for her bold statements, has previously expressed interest in marrying a Pakistani man
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World
Aid groups warn of urgent needs after Myanmar earthquake kills 2,700
The 7.7 quake, Myanmar's strongest in a century, struck Friday, toppling ancient pagodas and modern buildings
