Web archive - October 24, 2025

World

At least 17 migrants drown after boat sinks off western Turkey

The Aegean Sea is a key route for migrants crossing from Turkey toward Europe

Pakistan

Climate-resilient infrastructure termed vital for coastal Sindh

Access to health, sanitation services critical for coastal communities facing heatwaves, recurrent floods

World

US to expand facial recognition at borders to track non-citizens

New rule lets US border agents photograph non-citizens at all entry and exit points nationwide

Pakistan

SC reinforces women’s autonomy in khula, recognises psychological abuse

“Cruelty need not always manifest in physical violence,” states judgment authored by Justice Ayesha A Malik

Entertainment

Hailey Bieber shuts down trolls calling her transgender

Hailey Bieber says being compared to trans women is no insult, calling them “some of the most beautiful people”

World

US strike on suspected Venezuelan drug boat kills six in Caribbean

Washington launched a campaign in September against suspected drug boats, deploying jets and Navy ships

Entertainment

Ariana Grande breaks down in tears after surprise voicemail from Sarah Jessica Parker

Ariana Grande got emotional after hearing a surprise voicemail from Sarah Jessica Parker on the “Shut Up Evan” podcast

Pakistan

Family feud over song and shop in Punjab lands man in jail

Arrest made under Loudspeaker Act; case stemmed from family feud between two brothers, both claim ownership of shop

Pakistan

SP among three martyred in Hangu blasts as police kill two terrorists in operation

After first blast, SP Zubair headed to site, but was killed by second explosion along with two team members

Entertainment

Netflix orders ‘Victorious’ spinoff ‘Hollywood Arts’ starring Daniella Monet as Trina Vega

Netflix has greenlit ‘Hollywood Arts,’ a ‘Victorious’ spinoff starring Daniella Monet, premiering in 2026