Web archive - May 8, 2025

Sports, Cricket

Threat of retaliation from Pakistan forces IPL to change schedule

BCCI shifts Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians match to Mumbai in response to Pakistan shooting down Indian Rafale jets.

Punjab

British Council suspends exams in Lahore due to escalating tensions

British Council cites safety as key factor in cancelling Thursday exams across Lahore venues.

Pakistan

'War is devastation,' Ali Zafar urges dialogue to resolve Pak-Ind crisis

Ali Zafar urges peace and warns against conflict as India escalates its deadly attacks against Pakistan.

World

Scorpion stings cases surge 250% in Brazil

Children and elderly face the gravest danger from a threat hiding in walls, rubble and sewers

POLITICS

US-UK trade deal expected as Trump promises 'big announcement'

Deal may boost US-UK ties while easing pressure on tech firms and manufacturing sectors.

Business

PSX tumbles amid rising Pakistan-India tensions

The KSE-100 had closed at 110,009.02 points in the previous session.

Health

Haenyeo divers reveal DNA secrets of endurance and low blood pressure: study

A unique way of life may open doors for medicine beyond cultural preservation.

Sports, Football

PSG reach Champions League final after 2-1 win over Arsenal

PSG edge past Arsenal 2-1 to book their spot in the Champions League final for only the second time in history.

World

Columbia University calls NYPD as pro-Palestinian protests escalate

NYPD has confirmed multiple arrests of student activists

Entertainment

Adin Ross confronts Kanye West over Hitler comments during livestream

Adin Ross questions Kanye West’s remarks about Hitler during FaceTime call, sparking backlash over controversial song.