Web archive - May 22, 2025

Technology, Games

Geralt’s voice actor shuts down ‘woke’ claims over Ciri lead in The Witcher 4

Geralt’s voice actor Doug Cockle defends Ciri as lead in The Witcher 4, dismissing “woke” claims.

Technology, Games

Baldur's Gate 3 publisher criticises Randy Pitchford's $80 Borderlands 4 remark

Baldur’s Gate 3 publisher calls Randy Pitchford’s $80 Borderlands 4 remarks “gross,” amidst cost-of-living crisis.

Entertainment

MrBeast becomes only self-made billionaire under 30 as net worth hits $1 billion

MrBeast joins billionaires list at 27, becoming the only under-30 member without inherited wealth, reports say.

Pakistan

Senate condemns Khuzdar school bus attack

Senator Vawda seeks defence budget hike, calls for doubling salaries of military personnel.

World

UK court order derails Chagos Islands deal just before signing

The challenge highlights long-standing exclusion of displaced Chagossians

World

China says Trump weaponising space with ‘Golden Dome’

China warns the Golden Dome missile defense could spark an arms race and breach space treaties, escalating risks.

Pakistan

Arabian Sea low-pressure system likely to intensify this weekend

PMD said the weather system was located around 1,075 kilometres southeast of Karachi.

World

Japan taxi driver accused of drugging, raping 50 women over 15 years

Suspect reportedly stored 3,000 explicit videos; police say assaults may involve up to 50 victims since 2008.

Technology

CERN scientists 'transport' antimatter from France to Switzerland

CERN scientists have for the first time transported antimatter safely outside their lab, crossing borders.

Entertainment

Measles exposure alert issued after Shakira concert at MetLife stadium

Fans at Shakira’s MetLife possibly exposed to the world’s most infectious disease amid declining US vaccination rates.