Web archive - May 5, 2025

Sports, Cricket

Sunil Gavaskar under-fire for suggesting Pakistan be removed from Asia Cup

Javed Miandad and others slam Sunil Gavaskar for politicising Pakistan's 2025 Asia Cup participation.

Technology

Cold war-era Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 to return after 53 years in orbit

Kosmos 482, Soviet Venus lander launched in 1972, failed to leave Earth orbit due to rocket malfunction

Sports

Mike Tirico missed the Kentucky Derby due to nut allergy, but feeling better now

NBC’s Mike Tirico pulled out of Kentucky Derby coverage after allergic reaction but says he’s now feeling much better.

Entertainment

Sydney Sweeney caught in viral Vegas moment with Patrick Schwarzenegger at Palm Tree Beach Club event

A playful chat between Sydney Sweeney and Patrick Schwarzenegger at a Vegas party sparked buzz after a viral moment.

Entertainment

Beyoncé removes Las Vegas Sphere from tour visuals after cease-and-desist, replaces with Allegiant Stadium

Beyoncé updates her ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’ visuals after Sphere owners objected to use of imagery without permission.

Technology

Audi keeps outlook after Q1 sales rise, excluding tariff impact

Despite external challenges, Audi remains focused on strong fundamentals.

Business

SBP lowers interest rate to 11% with 100bps cut

Core inflation also fell in April, aided by a favourable base and moderate demand.

Sports

Caitlin Clark leads the Pacers to 2-0 in pre-season, smashes WNBA record

Caitlin Clark stuns in front of record-breaking crowd days after Angel Reese's mom takes shot at her fanbase.

Entertainment

Holly Madison reflects on ‘disgusting’ Playboy Mansion experience and turning down ‘The Traitors’

Holly Madison shares disturbing details about her Playboy Mansion years.

Sports, Entertainment

Stephen A. Smith responds to Donald Trump's endorsement for Presidential campaign

Trump’s unexpected praise of Stephen A. Smith sparks political chatter, but the ESPN star says he’s no politician.