Web archive - August 9, 2025

Technology

SpaceX capsule brings international crew safely home

After splashdown, a SpaceX ship recovered the capsule, letting astronauts breathe Earth's air for first time in months

Entertainment

Chad Michael Murray recalls life-threatening illness at age 15: “I was on my deathbed”

Chad Michael Murray reflects on his two-month hospitalization at 15 after suffering internal bleeding and nearly dying

Pakistan

ECNEC greenlights 100MW solar project for Gilgit-Baltistan

The Executive Committee approves 100MW solar power project to be implemented across Gilgit-Baltistan’s districts

Entertainment

Rapper T-Hood fatally shot at Georgia home, Police investigation ongoing

Rapper T-Hood, 33, was fatally shot, reportedly during a dispute at a Gwinnett County home, investigation confirms.

Pakistan

Second phase of Hajj 2026 applications to begin on August 11

First phase of 2026 Hajj applications closes with 71,000 submissions

Entertainment

James Gunn shuts down rumors about Robin in ‘The Batman Part II’

James Gunn denies Robin rumors for Batman Part II and confirms limited access to script.

World

UK police arrest 200 at protest supporting banned Palestine Action group

Protesters in Palestinian scarves chanted slogans and held signs opposing genocide and supporting Palestine Action.

Pakistan

Dar orders faster visas for overseas Pakistanis, investors

DPM urges cutting red tape, better visa access for diaspora, investors during review of facilitation initiatives

Entertainment

Doja Cat debuts new single 'Jealous Type' at Outside Lands 2025

Doja Cat premiered her new 80s-inspired single "Jealous Type" at Outside Lands 2025, showcasing her upcoming album Vie

Entertainment

British equestrian-rider Sarah Yorke, 37, dies following a tragic fall at an eventing trial

Sarah Yorke, tragically passed away after a fall during showjumping at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire