Web archive - June 16, 2025

Technology

Penn State builds world’s first 2D computer using atom-thin materials

Engineers at Penn State have developed the first silicon-free computer made entirely from 2D materials

Business

Gold prices dip in local and international markets

The price of 10 grams of gold has also decreased by Rs600

Entertainment

KATSEYE’s Lara falsely reported to ICE amid fan dispute and immigration raids across US cities

KATSEYE’s Lara was allegedly reported to ICE during a fan dispute, despite being a legal US citizen.

Entertainment

Kim Kardashian shares baby photos of North West on 12th birthday amid Kanye West custody battle

Kim Kardashian posts unseen baby photos of daughter North West to mark her 12th birthday in sweet tribute.

Business

SBP holds interest rate at 11% amid signs of recovery and stable inflation

The central bank also noted that proposed budgetary measures may further widen the trade gap

Technology

Amazon commits to investing $13 billion to expand data centres in Australia

Amazon to invest $13bn in AI-powered data centres across Australia, the tech giant’s biggest project in region to date

Technology

Tesla Model Y fails test in school-bus simulation, hits mannequins

Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' software failed to stop for a school bus and hit dummies in repeated safety tests in Texas

Sports, Pakistan

Arshad Nadeem included in Forbes '30 Under 30' list for South Asia

The full list recognises top athletes and entertainers from South Asia, with Nadeem being the only Pakistani nominee

Entertainment

James Gunn responds to Snyder fan urging spoilers and review bombing of Superman

James Gunn dismisses backlash from Snyder loyalists after a fan urges coordinated review bombing of upcoming Superman.

Pakistan, Punjab

Punjab unveils Rs5.35 trillion 'tax-free' budget for 2025-26

Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja ur Rehman delivers ‘people-friendly’ budget amid opposition ruckus