Web archive - May 27, 2025

World

Saudi Arabia cracks down on Hajj permit violations in Makkah

Hajj forces held 22 people for transporting 114 without permits into Makkah, Saudi Press Agency reported

World

India approves stealth jet plan amid tensions with Pakistan

India to partner with domestic firm for stealth jet; bids open to private and state firms, solo or joint ventures

Entertainment

The time when Dawson’s Creek reboot almost happened, creator Kevin Williamson reveals

Kevin Williamson reflects on the short-lived discussions for a Dawson’s Creek revival with the original cast.

Pakistan

Govt extends PIA privatisation deadline by two weeks

The extension accommodates the Eidul Adha holiday and the recent Pakistan-India conflict

Entertainment

Nicki Minaj features on Vogue Italia cover, opens up about balancing motherhood with music career

Nicki Minaj admits she thought about quitting fame, shares delayed motherhood story in Vogue Italia feature.

World

China chemical plant blast kills five, six missing in Shandong

Over 200 emergency workers responded to a blast at Shandong Youdao Chemical plant in Weifang before noon

POLITICS

Germany lifts missile limits for Ukraine after Russian strikes

Allies show growing unity after weekend attacks on civilians

Pakistan, Islamabad

Security tightened around IHC after PTI's call for 'solidarity' protest

Imran Khan instructed the party to prepare for a major nationwide movement

World

UK pledges £3bn to train locals and cut foreign worker reliance

New training push aims to ease labour market pressure

World

Spanish hatmaker says Trump tariffs threaten Orthodox Jewish tradition

Historic supplier faces sharp decline in transatlantic orders