Web archive - August 8, 2025

Pakistan

Security forces kill 33 terrorists attempting to infiltrate from Afghan border

PM lauds forces for successful operation, reaffirms commitment to eliminate all forms of terrorism from country

Entertainment

Stephen Colbert jokes about ‘Late Show’ cancellation, mocks JD Vance, and courts streaming platforms

Stephen Colbert is responding to his show's cancellation in his usual humorous fashion and its a hit without any miss.

World

At least 30 injured after train derails in southern Iran

Iran’s railway says rescue teams arrived promptly and all passengers safely evacuated after Kerman train derailment

Pakistan

ECP directs political parties to submit financial statements by August 29

Statements must outline party’s annual income, expenditure, sources of funds, including audit report by a CA

World

At least 10 dead, 33 missing after flash floods in China’s Gansu province

Heavy rains trapped 4,000 in Xinglong mountains and pushed garbage onto roads, CCTV reported Friday

Pakistan

SHC extends injunction on K-Electric CEO's removal

Ombudsman says Moonis Alvi's petition inadmissible due to pending SC case; both sides submit written replies

Entertainment

Brooke Hogan questions circumstances around father Hulk Hogan’s death, offers to fund autopsy

Brooke Hogan challenges details of Hulk Hogan’s death, citing medical inconsistencies and offering to fund an autopsy.

Pakistan

Sindh schools to remain closed from August 14 to 17

Sindh education department declares holiday on August 15 for Chehlum

Entertainment

Jeff Probst explains Mike White’s return for Survivor 50 and addresses White Lotus cameo speculation

Jeff Probst reveals why Mike White is returning for Survivor 50 and if he’d appear in The White Lotus.

Business

Govt approves pension hike for post-July 2025 retirees

Finance ministry confirms all federal pensioners will receive pension increase on equal footing