Web archive - April 7, 2025

Entertainment

SNL jokes about Morgan Wallen's early exit one week after the abrupt departure

SNL makes fun of Morgan Wallen’s early exit from the March 29 episode with jokes during Cold Open and Weekend Update.

Business

Pakistan bonds sink over 13 cents on Trump tariff pressure

It was the single biggest decline across many maturities since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine shook markets in 2022.

Entertainment

Fortnite Festival season 8 gets 'Espresso' as Sabrina Carpenter headlines with exclusive skins

Sabrina joins Fortnite Festival season 8 with exclusive skins, music tracks, and performances starting April 8.

World

Trump warns China of further 50% tariffs if it doesn’t reverse 'trading abuses'

Beijing hits back with countermeasures after Trump’s sharp tariff hike on Chinese goods announced last week

World

No new short-term visas for Saudi Arabia until Hajj

The Kingdom temporarily suspended the issuance of short-term visas for citizens of 14 countries, including Pakistan.

World

Saudi Arabia updates e-transit visa rules for 18 countries

The updated policy aims to streamline the visa process and prioritise passengers with predictable travel routes.

World

Deadly violence returns to Nigeria's Plateau state as 52 killed in village raids

Motive unclear in Bokkos village attacks, worst violence since Dec 2023 when over 100 were killed in same area

Pakistan

Public schools hit by enrolment dry spell

Govt eyes ads and sermons to attract students despite poor facilities and fake admissions at institutions

World

Thousands of Afghans leave Pakistan as pressure to return intensifies

Last month, the govt set an early April deadline for some 800,000 Afghans carrying Afghan Citizen Cards.

Pakistan

Rain, thunderstorm predicted in Islamabad, Rawalpindi

Rain expected from April 8 to 11 as new western system approaches, warns PMD.