A tourist plane crashed near Peru’s Nazca Lines, killing 13 people. Emergency teams responded swiftly to the southern Peru crash site.
Pakistan
Gas supply will be suspended for 12 hours in specific areas, affecting residents and businesses. The interruption is part of scheduled maintenance.
The Justice Department’s subpoena of a New York Times journalist over a North Korea report sparks debate on press freedom and government overreach.
SPORTS
Eighty decorated boats with costumed participants parade Amsterdam’s canals, celebrating Pride with dancing and waving crowds.
Nirmal Purja, famed for climbing 14 peaks, tragically lost his life in an avalanche on Broad Peak while leading a team of 10 climbers.
BUSINESS
Latest cement prices in Pakistan as of August 1, 2026, reflecting trends in construction and economic factors impacting the industry.
Technology
A federal judge has halted the Pentagon’s attempt to swiftly enforce a ban on Anthropic’s AI tools, allowing the company to continue operations for now.
Google expands its AI-powered Search Live feature worldwide, enabling real-time visual and voice search in over 200 countries with Gemini 3.1 Flash Live.
Wikipedia updates policy to forbid AI-generated article content, allowing limited AI use only for copy edits after human review, with strong editor support.
A Dutch court has barred xAI’s Grok from generating nonconsensual nude images, rejecting the company’s defense despite evidence presented by the plaintiff.
WhatsApp is developing an ‘After Reading’ feature that deletes messages automatically after being read, boosting privacy for sensitive chats.
A jury has held Google and Meta responsible for social media addiction, awarding $6 million in damages in a landmark lawsuit.
Roblox emphasizes child safety with advanced protections but advises parents to supervise children continuously while using the platform.
OpenAI discontinues Sora, its AI video app, as Disney cancels $1B investment. Creators turn to Google Veo 3 and Luma Ray3 for AI-generated video solutions.
Health
Uganda recently discharged its final Ebola patient, marking a significant milestone as the virus continues to spread in neighboring DR Congo.
Entertainment
Singapore has denied re-entry to two members of British band Massive Attack following their display of the Palestinian flag during a concert.
Kieran Dodds has spent over ten years capturing portraits of red-haired Americans, revealing a surprising ‘golden thread’ that links them.
Vincent Pastore, known for his role as Salvatore ‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, died at 80 in his New York City home.
A guest at Brooklyn Beckham’s wedding has made a surprising claim, stirring public interest in the high-profile event.
Discussions for the Barbie sequel have encountered a significant obstacle due to disagreements over contractual offers, delaying progress on the film.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly putting their Portugal residence on the market due to ongoing financial difficulties.
Lara Dutta’s saree in the Ramayana trailer has sparked criticism, highlighting the scrutiny of costume choices in mythological adaptations.
Yumna Zaidi celebrated her birthday with an exclusive yacht party, highlighting her popularity and lifestyle among Pakistan’s entertainment elite.
Ariana Grande’s new ‘Petal’ music video has prompted health worries among fans due to its visual content and effects.
Veteran producer Hafeez Tahir voices strong disapproval of PTV’s AI-driven remake of the classic children’s show ‘Ainak Wala Jin’.
Carole Middleton’s protective nature towards her family has been highlighted, showcasing her dedication and influence within the Middleton household.
Actor Sidharth Malhotra posts a touching message for his wife Kiara Advani, highlighting their bond and public admiration.
Singapore has prohibited Massive Attack from performing after the band vocalized ‘Free Palestine’ during a show, sparking controversy over political expressi…
Château Miraval, the estate co-owned by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, faces imminent danger from a spreading wildfire in the region.
Rosie O’Donnell plans to return to daytime television but insists on a significant condition before making her comeback.
Lorde interrupts her Lollapalooza performance after several fans faint in the crowd, highlighting safety concerns at large music festivals.