Web archive - May 28, 2025

Pakistan

World acknowledges Pakistan's victory in conflict with India: Tarar

"Credit goes to PM and DPM, who have significantly enhanced Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach," says information minister

Business

Gold prices surge in Pakistan after two-day slump

On Tuesday, gold prices had dropped sharply, with the per tola rate falling by Rs3,600 to Rs347,900

Pakistan

Afghan Taliban tell ‘Khawarij’: Carrying out attacks in Pakistan is not jihad

Only the state has the authority to declare jihad—not individuals or groups: Saeedullah Saeed

Pakistan

Ishaq Dar to embark on two-day official trip to Hong Kong

DPM will formally sign convention on the establishment of the IOMed and deliver an address at the ceremony on May 30

Entertainment

Chess Broadway revival starring Lea Michele Aaron Tveit Nicholas Christopher set for fall 2025

Broadway revival of Chess starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher opens fall 2025.

Business

Govt plans tax hikes, subsidy cuts under IMF-backed budget

Solar panels, agriculture face tax hit as govt aims to boost revenue, cut deficit in 2025-26 budget

Entertainment

Landon Nickerson cheats on Wizard Liz while she is four months pregnant, social media responds

YouTuber Landon Nickerson faces widespread criticism after secret Snapchat messages lead to breakup with fiancée.

Entertainment

GameStop confirms $513 million bitcoin purchase as crypto investment strategy unfolds

GameStop acquires 4,710 bitcoin worth $513 million, marking its first major cryptocurrency investment.

Pakistan

Pakistan, Turkiye and Azerbaijan reaffirm unity at trilateral summit

PM Shehbaz makes firm call to “reject conflict” and prioritise peace at Lachin summit

World

Apple to unveil dedicated gaming app at WWDC 2025

App aims to centralize gaming features across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, replacing existing Game Centre