Web archive - August 7, 2025

Technology

China conducts first moon lander test in push for manned mission by 2030

China's Lanyue lunar lander will ferry astronauts, serve as habitat, power source, and data hub on moon, CMS says

Entertainment

Sephora urged to cut ties with Huda Beauty after founder shares anti-Israel stance in deleted TikTok

Amid growing backlash, TikTok removes Huda Kattan’s video, prompting calls for Sephora to take action.

Pakistan

At least four killed in Wana IED blast

Two police officials among 12 injured in attack on police vehicle

World

France battles largest wildfire since 1949 as blaze continues despite losing intensity

Drone footage shows scorched land as wildfire burns area 1.5 times the size of Paris in southern France

Entertainment

Battlefield 6 tops Twitch rankings and Steam charts during Open Beta launch weekend

Battlefield 6 Open Beta attracts over 600,000 viewers on Twitch and 190,000 players on Steam shortly after launch.

World

India bans 25 books in IIOJK over 'secession' claims

Order banning books was issued on August 5, marking the six-year anniversary of New Delhi's direct rule in IIOJK

Pakistan

NAP operations to continue without interruption: Talal Chaudhry

Minister rules out new military operation in K-P, confirms ongoing counter-terrorism efforts under NAP

Pakistan

Punjab extends summer holidays till Aug 31

Private school associations reject extension, warn further delays will severely disrupt academic calendar

Entertainment

David Ellison unveils vision for newly merged Paramount following Skydance deal closure

Ellison, chairman and CEO, outlines new Paramount’s divisions, AI use, streaming growth, and exclusive content focus.

Entertainment

Mariah Carey just discovered Katy Perry’s space expedition, and her reaction is hilariously grounded

Carey learns about Katy Perry’s Blue Origin space trip months later and delivers a priceless, deadpan reaction live.