Web archive - April 16, 2025

Sports

HBL PSL X: Holder's heroics against Sultans seal 47-run win for United

Chasing a target of 202, Multan Sultans bowled out for 155 with West Indian starring with four wickets.

World

'Ball in China’s court': Trump on tariffs, trade deal

Trade tensions with Beijing have escalated further since Trump took office in January, worsening US-China relations

World

France expels 12 Algerian diplomats in escalating diplomatic row

France expels Algerian diplomats after Algiers retaliates over arrest tied to Paris kidnap of activist Amir Boukhors

Pakistan

Karachi residents may get relief as KE seeks Rs6.62 per unit tariff cut

K-Electric officials argue that a fuel cost adjustment amounting to Rs13.9 billion is still pending.

Entertainment

Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunite at ‘Another Simple Favor’ event after SXSW tension

Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunited in London for 'Another Simple Favor' after awkward SXSW red carpet moment.

Pakistan

Imran Khan denies authorising talks with establishment, says Barrister Gohar

PTI chairman dismisses claims by Senator Azam Swati, who had suggested that Imran Khan had approved backchannel talks.

Sports

IPL: Punjab Kings pull off shocking win as they defend record-low total against KKR

After being bowled out for just 111 in 15.3 overs, Punjab stunned the visitors by dismissing them for 95 in 15.1 overs

World

Iran must ‘eliminate’ enrichment program, US envoy says despite earlier concession

IAEA says Iran has 274.8kg of uranium enriched to 60%, approaching the 90% level needed for weapons-grade material

Entertainment

William Levy arrested in Florida on intoxication, trespassing charges

Actor William Levy was arrested in Broward County on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing in Weston.

Pakistan

Heavy rains to continue in Punjab till Sunday

More hail and thunderstorms also likely in Islamabad, Pindi and several districts across Punjab, including Lahore.