Web archive - May 1, 2025

World

World’s oldest person, Brazilian nun, dies at 116

Officials confirmed her documented birth year as 1908 following earlier discrepancies.

Pakistan

Pakistan conducts military exercises near LoC

Drills come after Pakistani forces retaliated to LoC fire with strikes that obliterated an Indian outpost.

Pakistan

Commonwealth announces scholarships for Pakistani students

Interested applicants must submit their applications online by May 20 2025

Pakistan

Three CTD officials martyred in Bannu clash with terrorists

Officials said search operations were underway to track suspects following both incidents.

Pakistan

Body of Pakistani boy who died in India repatriated to Karachi

The 23-year-old had travelled to India with his parents for cancer treatment

Technology

Meta shares climb after Q1 earnings beat expectations

Meta’s Q1 performance exceeded analyst estimates across revenue and users.

Entertainment

Ice Spice seemingly confirms relationship with NFL star Sauce Gardner on social media

Ice Spice and Sauce Gardner share a mirror selfie in a new photo on Instagram, fueling relationship speculation.

Life & Style

India blocks access to Pakistani entertainment channels on YouTube

The action reportedly based on a recommendation by the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs

Pakistan

Karachi, Lahore airspace to face temporary restrictions for security reasons

The temporary closures will occur during early morning hours with minimal disruption.

World

Scientists raise alarm over H5N1 bird flu, urge pandemic readiness

Virologists stress that post-COVID lessons must guide action on bird flu threats.