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High cholesterol: the ‘silent killer’ that raises heart disease and stroke risks

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High cholesterol is often described by medical experts as a “silent” health condition that can develop for years without noticeable symptoms, while gradually increasing the risk of serious complications affecting the heart, brain and other vital organs. Health specialists say many people only discover the problem once it has already progressed into a serious medical condition such as heart disease or stroke. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance present in the blood, produced naturally by the liver and also obtained through diet, particularly from meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. While essential for hormone production, cell structure and vitamin D synthesis, excess levels can become dangerous. Doctors explain that cholesterol is broadly divided into two types: high-density lipoprotein (HDL), often referred to as “good” cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), known as “bad” cholesterol. HDL helps remove excess fat from the bloodstream, while LDL can accumulate in blood ...
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All-round Shakeel leads Quetta Gladiators to thumping victory over Rawalpindiz

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Rilee Rossouw’s anchoring half-century, supported by a disciplined bowling display, powered Quetta Gladiators to a commanding 61-run win over Rawalpindi in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League at the National Bank Stadium on Friday. Set to chase a daunting 184-run target, Pindiz's batting unit faltered and could yield 121 before getting booked in 17.3 overs. Emerging all-rounder Saad Masood waged a lone battle for the Pindiz and remained their top-scorer with a brisk 19-ball 31, followed by experienced middle-order batter Daryl Mitchell, who made a cautious 30 off 32 deliveries. Besides them, only Yasir Khan and Abdullah Fazal could amass double figures, making 22 and 20, respectively. Usman Tariq, Jahandad Khan and captain Saud Shakeel jointly led the Gladiators' bowling charge with two wickets each, while Kashif Bhatti and Abrar Ahmed chipped in with one scalp apiece. Put into bat first, the previous edition's runners-up accumulated 182/6 in their 20 overs, ...
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Islamabad United ease past Lahore Qalandars in PSL 11 clash

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Islamabad United clinched a commanding victory over defending champions Lahore Qalandars in the 16th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Thursday. Chasing a modest target of 101, United lost just one wicket by the 11th over, thanks to an outstanding batting display from Devon Conway. Islamabad got off to a shaky start as opener Sameer Minhas was dismissed for five runs off eight balls, which included a boundary, by Shaheen Afridi on the first delivery of the third over. Conway then combined with Mohammad Faiq to build a steady partnership, taking their side past the 50-run mark by the sixth over. The pair batted sensibly, scoring at a healthy pace and dominating the Qalandars’ bowling attack, boosting their team’s morale and bringing up a half-century stand. Conway was in scintillating form, striking boundaries at regular intervals to reach his maiden PSL fifty. He finished unbeaten on 59 off 35 deliveries, including seven fours...
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Karachi records its first dengue death of 2026

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The first dengue-related death of the year has been reported in Karachi, with the affected patient belonging to the city’s East District. The Sindh Health Department confirmed that 198 dengue cases have been reported across the province so far this year. Of these, 163 cases were recorded in Karachi Division. Other divisions reported fewer cases, including 24 in Hyderabad Division, eight in Mirpur Khas Division, and three in Sukkur Division. Malaria cases continue to be significantly higher, with 20,123 reported across Sindh from January to April 7. In Karachi, 184 malaria cases were documented, including 88 in South District, 29 each in West and Malir Districts, 19 in Korangi District, 10 in East District, four in Kemari District, and five in Central District. Elsewhere in the province, malaria cases included 7,765 in Hyderabad Division, 2,205 in Sukkur Division, 5,468 in Larkana Division, 1,957 in Mirpur Khas Division, and 2,544 in Shaheed Benazirabad, according to a Sindh Hea...
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PSL 11: Peshawar Zalmi defeat Hyderabad Kingsmen in low-scoring thriller

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Peshawar Zalmi beat Hyderabad Kingsmen by four wickets in a gripping low-scoring clash of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Wednesday. Zalmi comfortably chased down the 146-run target, losing six wickets in the final over, thanks to solid contributions from skipper Babar Azam and Kusal Mendis. The chase began on a shaky note as opener Mohammad Haris fell for 11 off six deliveries, including a four and a six, after playing a loose shot off Maheesh Theekshana, leaving the team at 17-1 in 1.5 overs. Babar and Mendis then stabilised the innings, forging a crucial partnership and guiding the team past the 50-run mark to lay the foundation for the chase. However, the 49-run stand was broken when Saim Ayub dismissed Mendis, who scored 27 off 23 deliveries, including one four and two sixes, leaving Zalmi at 66-2 in 8.2 overs. Michael Bracewell joined Babar at the crease and the duo kept the scoreboard ticking, adding a valuable partnership that...
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Four cricketers receive PCB clearance to participate in overseas leagues

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued no-objection certificates to several national players, allowing them to participate in various overseas leagues. According to the board, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Abbas, Usama Mir and Sufiyan Muqeem have been granted NOCs for their respective commitments. Nawaz, Usama Mir and Sufiyan Muqeem have been cleared to feature in the Vitality Blast, while Test cricketer Mohammad Abbas has been issued an NOC to play county cricket in England. The move reflects the board’s continued policy of allowing players to gain international exposure through participation in foreign leagues while ensuring their availability for national duties. via Original Source
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PSL 11: Farhan, Philippe lead Sultans to comfortable win over Pindiz

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Sahibzada Farhan and Josh Philippe scored fifties as Multan Sultans beat Rawalpindiz by seven wickets in the 14th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday. Set to chase a 183-run target, the Sultans comfortably knocked the winning runs for the loss of just three wickets and 22 balls to spare. The leaders, however, had a contrasting start to their pursuit as Mohammad Amir dismissed their in-form opener Steve Smith (five) in the second over with just 12 runs on the board. But the early setback did not bother the Sultans as in-form Farhan and Philippe turned the game on its head by putting together a blazing 110-run partnership for the second wicket, which saw both batters amassing their respective half-centuries. The monumental stand was eventually broken by Amir in the 12th over when he outfoxed Philippe with a slower delivery, who remained a notable run-getter for the Sultans with a brisk 56 off 30 deliveries, comprising six fours and...
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