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Australia’s batting all-rounder Glenn Maxwell praised Pakistan team’s unique and unpredictable style of play ahead of the One Day International (ODI) series, scheduled to take place from November. Speaking in an interview, Maxwell shed light on the challenges that teams face while preparing for contests against the men in green. “They are very hard to prepare for and I suppose get ready for because you’re just not sure what could happen and they are so dangerous in all areas of the game. They’ve got good spinners they’ve got good quicks up front and they’ve got batters that can win games for them” Maxwell said. “I think you are gonna see those ebbs and flows when you play against them in this white-ball series and it’s gonna be so entertaining because they play an amazing brand of cricket where literally anything could happen. It’s gonna be hard for us to stay in our own bubble and concentrate on our own things because they can be super destructive to whatever plans you’ve got,” h...

Your fingernails say a lot about you. Neatly trimmed and well-maintained nails hint that you take care of yourself. Nails bitten to the core signal that you may be anxious and stressed. But split and cracked nails mean your nails need a little attention -- otherwise, they may catch somebody else's. When your nails start to crack and split, it's natural to point the finger at something in your life. You may think you need to eat more gelatin or take iron supplements, but neither of these is to blame -- cracking, splitting nails typically result from repeated exposure to water over long periods of time. Baths, showers, dishwashing and swimming can all break down the cells that hold your nails together, and so does frequent use of nail polish and nail polish remover. But you can repair the damage. Before you call the salon to schedule an emergency manicure session, take a good look at your nails. If they're dry and cracking, it's going to take time and patience to repa...

Football’s governing body in England has said that women playing the sport across its competitions are allowed to wear clothing that follows their religious beliefs after former Somalia captain Iqra Ismail was prevented from playing a match for not wearing shorts. The Football Association (FA) said on Wednesday they were aware of the matter that arose two days earlier. Ismail revealed in an Instagram video that she was not allowed to come on as a substitute for the team United Dragons during a game in the Greater London Women’s Football League (GLWFL) on Sunday because she was wearing tracksuit bottoms. The 24-year-old Muslim player, who is also a coach, added that she has been playing in the GLWFL for five years wearing similar clothing. “Every year, they have made it more and more difficult for women like me to play now they have drawn the line and banned me from playing until I compromise my beliefs,” Ismail said in the video. The London-based player, who is also a refugee adv...

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada has replaced Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah to become the top-ranked bowler in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Test Bowling Rankings on Wednesday. Rabada reached the summit of Test bowling after his match-winning performance in the first Test of the ongoing series against Bangladesh. The right-arm pacer claimed nine wickets in the match and breached the 300-wicket landmark during South Africa’s seven-wicket victory last week. As a result of his brilliant performance, Kagiso Rabada made a leap of three places to reclaim the top spot in the ICC Test Bowling Rankings for the first time since 2019. Meanwhile, Jasprit Bumrah dropped two places to third after a below-par performance in India’s two losses against New Zealand in the ongoing home Test series. Bumrah took three wickets in the first Test, where India were bundled for 46 in the first innings, and remained wicketless in the second match. His team-mate Ravichandran...

So, you've taken the plunge and splurged on a big bottle of your all-time favorite scent, the classic Chanel No. 5. You take it home and, after an inaugural spritz, place it gently on top of your dresser, right in front of a lovely picture window, where it will be displayed for years to come. But then a terrible thought suddenly springs to mind. Wait -- will this perfume expire? Will I be able to finish the bottle, or will it spoil before I get my money's worth? The hard-and-fast answer: Yes, perfumes do expire. It all depends on the scent's chemical composition, but they do tend to break down and oxidize over time. The scent changes, the perfume may darken in color and eventually it could become obvious that the perfume has spoiled. But there's really no way to tell when any given scent will bite the dust. For every expert who maintains that three to five years is a good rule of thumb for perfume shelf life, there are dozens of people who claim to own 50-year-old s...

The National Institute of Health (NIH) has raised an alarm over a worrying increase in diphtheria cases across the country. "The current diphtheria situation is alarming. There are deaths and cases all across Pakistan. Lab positivity is reported as well. But at the moment, we don’t have the actual number of deaths and cases," an NIH official said as the body issued its second advisory on the disease spread a day earlier. The development comes as the ongoing diphtheria outbreak in Pakistan, and particularly the tragic loss of over 100 lives in Karachi, demands decisive action. Diphtheria, a toxin-driven disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, primarily affects the respiratory system and can lead to severe respiratory distress and death if untreated. Health authorities are under pressure to strengthen preventive and treatment protocols while intensifying awareness campaigns. Without a concerted national response to increase vaccination coverage and public health e...

Australian World Cup winner Matthew Wade announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday and will become an assistant coach with the national team. The wicket keeper-batsman played 36 Tests and 189 limited-overs matches for his country, and was a pivotal figure in their T20 World Cup triumph in 2021. The 36-year-old is now set to be wicketkeeping and fielding coach for the T20 series against Pakistan next month. “I’m officially retiring,” Wade said, according to Cricket Australia. “It’s been an ongoing discussion for pretty much every tour or every World Cup that I’ve been on in the last three or four years.” Matthew Wade played for his country for 13 years and filled in as T20 captain between December 2020 and February 2024. He was part of the Australia team that made an early exit from the T20 World Cup in June. “If we went into the last World Cup and I managed to get some runs and we won that, then things would look maybe a little different and maybe I’d keep...

Real Madrid have cancelled their delegation's plans to attend the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris on Monday at the last minute as the club understands that their Brazil forward Vinicius Jr will not win the award, soccer sources told Reuters. Bookmakers had 24-year-old Vinicius Jr, the Champions League player of the year, as the heavy odds-on favourite to claim his first Ballon d'Or, which is presented to the best player in the world, ahead of Manchester City's Spain midfielder Rodri, 28, and Real's England international Jude Bellingham. Vinicius Jr helped Real to a Champions League-LaLiga double last term along with 21-year-old Bellingham, who was named LaLiga MVP after scoring a career best 19 goals in a sparkling debut campaign and helping England reach the Euro 2024 final. Rodri, who City manager Pep Guardiola has called "the best midfielder in the world", was instrumental in helping his team win an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League tro...

Australia has decided to rest all its Test players for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan as they prepare for the challenging Test series against India. Recent T20I captains Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, along with Pat Cummins, will not be part of the squad for the Pakistan series. As a result, selectors are considering a new captain for the T20 side, with candidates such as Glenn Maxwell, Adam Zampa, Matt Short, Aaron Hardie, and Josh Inglis in the mix. George Bailey, chairman of selectors, said the final captain decision would be made closer to the start of the series. "I think there's a number of players with the ability to captain and some that have had some captaincy experience as well," Bailey noted. "We'll work through that." Returning to the squad after injury are Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, and Spencer Johnson. All three missed the previous UK tour due to various injuries. While Johnson has already made his comeback in domestic cric...

Gary Kirsten, head coach of Pakistan’s white ball cricket team, has reportedly resigned following disagreements with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over team selection, central contracts, and other operational issues. Sources claimed that escalating differences with PCB officials prompted Kirsten’s decision to step down, impacting preparations for upcoming tournaments. The PCB and Kirsten reportedly clashed on the approach to the central contract policies, which have been a topic of contention within the organization. via Original Source

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan as captain and batting all-rounder Agha Salman as the vice-captain of the cricket team for the white ball format. Babar announced he was stepping down as Pakistan’s One-day Interna­tional and T20I skipper on October 2 in a post on his social media platform ‘X’ account, saying he wanted to focus on his playing role. The national selection committee was tasked with finding the next white-ball captain following Azam’s resignation from the position. While speaking to the media in Lahore, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced Rizwan and Salman as the captain and vice-captain of the cricket team for the one day international and T20 international, respectively. Rizwan’s first assignment as the skipper will be a three-match one-day international (ODI) and T20I series against Australia commencing from November 4. However, Agha will lead the T20I side in Zimbabwe as Rizwan is rested under a workload managem...

Pakistan captain Shan Masood on Saturday heaped praise on his colleagues saying the national side showed tremendous character to register back-to-back victories against England and win their first Test series on home soil since 2021. Coming from an innings defeat in the series opener, Pakistan levelled the series in Multan before arriving in Rawalpindi where they rolled out a raging turner. For Pakistan, spin twins Noman Ali and Sajid Khan claimed 19 of the 20 English wickets to secure a nine-wicket win that also secured their 2-1 series victory. Expanding on the win, Masood said: "Like London buses, they come together. The first win came after a long time and it was backed up by a series win. It's special." After losing the opener, Pakistan took a bold selection call by dropping three frontline players — batter Babar Azam and the pace duo of Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi. Sajid and Noman were brought in and the duo claimed 39 of the 40 English wickets in the last...

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi landed a spot on the list of finalists for the 2024 Major League Soccer's 'Most Valuable Player' (MVP) award, earning his second nomination for the award since joining the league in July 2023. The Argentine football legend joined his Inter Miami teammate Luis Suárez on the list of finalists for the award which also included Columbus Crew's Cucho Hernández, Portland Timbers' Evander and DC United's Christian Benteke, ESPN reported. Each player met the new qualifying regulations that require a minimum of 1,000 minutes played in the regular season campaign. The 36-year-old former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star failed to win the award last season but he is being considered the leading candidate for the award this year, after contributing 20 goals and 16 assists in just 19 games. Despite concerns over his lack of participation throughout the 34-match campaign, playing only 55% of games, teammate Jordi Alba has insiste...

In continuation of the alarming spread of poliovirus, the country's total tally for the ongoing year has risen to 41 after wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) was detected in a 42-month-old girl from Loralai District, Balochistan. Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) has said that the child experienced the onset of paralysis on October 8 and laboratory tests, on Friday, confirmed that she had contracted WPV1. The development comes as the government, in its bid to tackle the virus's spread, is set to kick off a nationwide anti-polio vaccine campaign on October 28. The latest case marks the first confirmed polio case in the Loralai district and highlights a troubling trend with the province emerging as an area of intense polio transmission this year. So far, the province has reported 21 of the 41 cases in Pakistan, with other cases spread across Sindh (12), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (six), and one each in Punjab and Islamabad. Although this is the first recorded case from the district, o...

If you're avoiding all of your dark clothing, and a hat has suddenly become a necessary accessory, it might be time to face the facts: You have dandruff. It's annoying, it's frustrating and it's embarrassing, but the good news is that it's not that hard to get rid of. Dandruff is not contagious, and it's usually not caused by anything too serious. In fact, the most common cause of those flakes is dry skin. You might also notice dandruff if you're not washing your hair often enough — without frequent shampooing, the oil and skin cells can build up on your scalp and eventually flake off. Of course, dandruff can also be an indicator of more serious skin conditions. In many people, seborrheic dermatitis — a condition marked by oily, irritated skin — can cause flaky skin on the scalp and on other areas of the body [source: Mayo Clinic]. Allergies to hair care or scalp care products (also called contact dermatitis) and psoriasis are other contributors to dandr...

Pakistan's spinners outclassed England’s batting lineup on Saturday, sealing a 2-1 victory in the three-match Test series and marking a long-awaited home triumph. The Green Shirts had been on the ascendancy since claiming a handy first-innings lead of 77 on a track where spinners from both sides dominated. Noman Ali (6-42) and Sajid Khan (4-69) bundled out England for a paltry 112 in their second innings to leave Pakistan needing only 36 to win the series. Pakistan lost the wicket of Saim Ayub before wrapping up victory on day three of the contest. Resuming their second innings at 24-3, England collapsed against Pakistan's lethal spin attack led by Noman and Sajid, who took all 10 wickets between them Joe Root was the top scorer with 33 in an otherwise dismal English performance on a spinning track. Pakistan swiftly chased down the target in just 3.1 overs, with skipper Shan Masood (23*) sealing the win to clinch the three-match series. During the match, Noman and Saji...

After bowling out England for 267 in their first innings, Pakistan faced trouble due to slumping top order batting line-ups as they lose three wickets on the first day of the deciding third Test being played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday. England's Shoaib Bashir sent off Abdullah Shafique (14) in 9th over, whereas, Jack Leach ended Saim Ayub's innings at 19 in 12th over. Gus Atkinson gave a big blow to the hosts by claiming Kamran Ghulam's wicket for 3. However, skipper Shan Masood (16) along with Saud Shakeel (16) made Pakistan's slumping lineup steady at the conclusion of day 1 of the series decider at 73/3. The three-test series is level at 1-1. Earlier, Jamie Smith (89) and Ben Duckett (52) scored fifties but England's most frontline batters overall struggled against the turning ball. Pakistan's spin duo of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali ran through the England lineup as they claimed six and three wickets, respectively, followed by Zahid Mahmood...

Sajid Khan claimed six wickets, while Noman Ali took three to help Pakistan bundle England for 267 after Jamie Smith’s gutsy 89 on the first day of the third Test here on Thursday. England could add only 25 runs after the Tea, thanks to Jack Leach’s 16 as Sajid Khan took the final two wickets to claim his second five-wicket haul of the series. Rehan Ahmed became Sajid’s fifth victim as he came down the track only to get deceived by the spin. Meanwhile, Leach got out stumped in an attempt to hit a short ball by Sajid. Other than Sajid’s six wickets, Noman Ali got three while Zahid Mahmood bagged one. England scored 242-8 at Tea with Rehan Ahmed (2) and Jack Leach (1) on the crease. Ben Stokes (6) and Jamie Smith (5) resumed England’s innings after the Lunch with 110-5 on the board. However, Stokes was soon dismissed by Sajid Khan after scoring 12 runs, bringing Gus Atkinson to the crease. Smith and Atkinson raised a 105-run partnership to get England out of the trouble much to ...

Humans have long struggled to resist meals rich in carbohydrates — commonly referred to as carbs — and this craving is believed to stem from our early ancestors. For years, it was assumed that early humans primarily consumed a protein-heavy diet to survive the rigors of hunting and evading predators, fostering a deep-seated desire for carbs. However, according to CNN, a new study published in the journal Science, debunked this long-held belief, suggesting that humanity's modern-day affinity for carbs may predate the emergence of the Neanderthals. The study, conducted by researchers at The Jackson Laboratory in Farmington, Connecticut, and the University of Buffalo in New York, points to a specific gene, called AMY1 that enabled humans to digest starches more easily by breaking them down into simple sugars that can be used for energy. These genes continued to duplicate long before the rise of agriculture. The team of researchers studied the genomes of 68 ancient humans, focus...

Zimbabwe’s cricket team smashed a series of T20 international records in a commanding 290-run victory over Gambia during the Africa Sub-Regional World Cup Qualifiers on Tuesday in Nairobi. Zimbabwe posted an astonishing total of 344/4, the highest-ever score in a T20 international, surpassing the previous record of 314/3 set by Nepal against Mongolia in 2023. The remarkable innings featured a record-breaking 27 sixes, eclipsing Nepal’s previous record of 26 sixes, achieved against Mongolia. In addition to their dominance with sixes, Zimbabwe equaled the record for the most fours in a T20I innings, hitting 30 boundaries, a record previously set by Sri Lanka in a match against Kenya in 2007. The team amassed 282 runs from boundaries, surpassing the previous highest of 216 set by Punjab against Andhra in India’s domestic Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. In T20Is, the previous record for amassing most runs from boundaries was 212, created by Nepal, against Mongolia, in Asian Games match. Zi...

The Pakistan cricket team has announced its squad for the crucial third Test match against England, set to commence tomorrow. The team remains unchanged from the previous match, indicating confidence in the current lineup. Saeem Ayub, Abdullah Shafiq, and Shaan Masood have been confirmed as part of Pakistan's playing XI. Additionally, the squad includes Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Muhammad Rizwan, and Salman Agha. Aamir Jamal, Sajid Khan, Nauman Ali, and Zahid Mehmood round out the team. With the series hanging in the balance, the players will aim to deliver a strong performance on home soil against their English counterparts.   via Original Source

England have announced their playing XI for the decisive third Test against Pakistan, set to begin on Thursday in Rawalpindi. With the three-match series tied, both teams are looking to secure a win, and England have made two changes to their lineup in preparation for the clash. Seamer Gus Atkinson makes his return to the side, providing an additional pace option for England’s bowling attack. Leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed is also included, marking his first appearance since playing against India in Rajkot earlier this year. Both players will be key in helping England challenge Pakistan on what is expected to be a turning pitch. Missing out on the final XI are Durham duo Brydon Carse and Matthew Potts, who were part of the second Test in Multan. England's squad features a mix of experience and youth, with captain Ben Stokes leading the side. The batting order remains solid with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett at the top, followed by Ollie Pope, Joe Root, and Harry Brook. Jamie Smith ret...

Leather and faux leather shoes are celebrated as much for their durability as they are for their aesthetics. If you know how to clean leather shoes, and maintain them properly, they can last a really, really long time. Now, the best way to keep your leather boots and shoes clean is to prevent them from getting dirty in the first place. Be proactive. To protect them from moisture and salt stains, spray them with a protective or water-repellent coating. Removing Salt Stains If your leather boots are stained with salt stains from winter road salt, you can use a commercial desalting product (available at shoe repair shops). Alternatively you can: Make a solution of equal parts vinegar and water. You can use a gentle, moisturizing soap instead of vinegar. Soak a rag in the cleanser. Dab the stained parts of the boots. Wipe the boots with a damp, clean cloth. Dry them by wipe them down with a dry cloth or towel. Allow the boots to dry slowly. Don't try speeding up the drying p...

South African paceman Kagiso Rabada claimed a record-setting 300th test wicket as Bangladesh were bowled out for 106 in their opening innings on the first day of the first test at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Monday. Rabada became the fastest to 300 test wickets, achieving the feat in 11,187 balls, and with a strike rate of 39.39, to break former Pakistan pacer Waqar Younis’ record of 12,602 balls. South Africa were 140-6 in reply when bad light stopped play, with a 34-run lead after a day of attrition for batsmen as a total of 16 wickets fell. Kyle Verreynne (18 not out) and Wiaan Mulder (17 not out) will resume on Tuesday. All-rounder Mulder took the first three wickets early in the opening session to leave Bangladesh, who had won the toss and elected to bat, reeling at 21-3 before Rabada bowled Mushfiqur Rahim to reach the milestone. His 300th wicket came in his 65th test. Only five other South African bowlers have taken 300 or more test wickets, with Dale St...

Pakistani player Sohaib Sanaullah has secured another title for the country by winning the B Division of the Lake George Scrabble Tournament in New York, United States. Sohaib showcased a remarkable performance, clinching victory in 14 out of 15 games to emerge as the champion. The 22-year-old made his comeback to competitive Scrabble after a four-year hiatus following the completion of his education. However, the break had no impact on his game as he dominated the competition. Sohaib not only won the B Division title but also claimed the award for the highest single move, scoring an impressive 163 points. He further demonstrated his excellence by achieving the highest single-game score of 646 points, securing another accolade. In the tournament, Neil Gaine finished second, while Justin Morris took third place. Sohaib's brother, Daniyal Sanaullah, also performed admirably, securing the fourth position. A total of 174 players from various divisions participated in the prestig...

We're hard on our feet, doing everything from stuffing them in stilettos to exposing them to the elements to running miles and miles on them. No wonder dry skin on the feet is a common complaint! Not only is dry skin on your feet unattractive and embarrassing, it can also be itchy, painful, and burning, too, especially in the case of conditions like athlete's foot. What Causes Dry Skin? There are a number of reasons for dry skin on the feet and toes. Just like anywhere else on the body, xerosis (dry skin) occurs when an environmental factor, like lack of humidity, medications, or harsh ingredients in your soap, strips away the fatty coating that protects skin from the elements. Red, itchy patches can pop up as telltale symptoms of dry skin. But if moisturizing doesn't help the problem, you may be suffering from a bigger issue. Medical conditions such as diabetes, psoriasis, thyroid disease, eczema and athlete's foot can also cause dry, cracked skin on your feet, a...

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PC) has proposed that the Indian team may return to their country after each match to minimise their stay in Pakistan during the Champions Trophy 2025. The board, owing to security concerns, has suggested that the Men in Blue's return to Chandigarh or New Delhi after each match in the mega tournament set to be hosted by Pakistan from February 19 to March 9, 2025. The development comes due to uncertainty over India's participation in the tournament, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeks the Indian government's approval to visit the country for the mega tournament. In light of the fact that the neighbouring country's cricket team have not travelled to Pakistan since 2008. The arch-rivals have also not had any bilateral series since 2012-13. The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to feature eight elite teams including India, Australia, New Zealand, England, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan, based on their perform...

New Zealand sealed their first test win in India since 1988 after chasing down a tricky target in hostile conditions to overcome the hosts by eight wickets on the final day of the first test on Sunday. After dismissing India for their lowest home total of 46 and making 402 in reply, New Zealand bowled out Rohit Sharma's side for 462 in the second innings to lay the platform for a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Will Young (48 not out) and Rachin Ravindra (39 not out) remained calm in the pressure storm after the loss of two early wickets to help New Zealand score the 107 needed, earning their team only a third win on Indian soil in 69 years. That New Zealand achieved the famous result in the absence of injured batting mainstay Kane Williamson was credit to their belief, as they became only the third team after England and Australia to beat India at home since 2013. Pace bowlers Matt Henry and Will O'Rourke claimed a combined 15 wickets in the match. "It was extr...

Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Amir called out “personal” criticism on Babar Azam. While taking to X, the left-arm fast-bowler expressed anger in response to the negative comments against his T20I teammate Babar. Babar, after failing to score big in his last 18 Test innings, was rested for the second Test against England in Multan following the recommendation of the newly appointed selection committee. The established right-handed batter struggled to score big in both innings of the first Test at same venue. Babar, who missed second Test, congratulated Shan Masood XI on the victory. "Well done, team! Fantastic win. Proud of the effort and spirit,” he posted with a picture featuring his fellow players celebrating. Meanwhile, Amir, 32, gave credit to "better planning" that led to victory on his home ground. The third Test between Pakistan and England is scheduled to take place in Rawalpindi from October 24 to 28. via Original Source

Pakistan demolished England on Friday as their spinners tore through the visitors' batting line-up, securing a commanding victory at Multan Cricket Stadium and leveling the series 1-1. Green Shirts beat visitors by 152 runs in the second Test in Multan. Chasing 297 for victory, England were all out for 144 in the fourth day's morning session. Skipper Ben Stokes had the top score for England with 37, while Noman Ali was pick of the Pakistan bowlers, claiming 8-46. The hosts already had the upper hand over the visitors when the play resumed with England at 36-2 and in need of an extraordinary batting effort to get anywhere near the target. However, the match soon took a daunting turn for England as vice captain Ollie Pope (22) fell in the second over of the day, giving Pakistan's off-spinner Sajid Khan a return catch before left-arm spinner Noman ran amok. Meanwhile, Noman dealt the tourists a body blow when he trapped Joe Root lbw for 18, a decision the batter reviewe...

Why are yogurt and honey so good for your skin?, plus 4 great masks that use them. What's there not to say about by DIY face masks and facials? They're cheap, fast, easy to make and 100% natural. They're made up of simple foods you can find in almost any kitchen. Its ingredients have proven to be more effective in healing the skin than the harsh chemicals found in OTC facial products. And of all the homemade masks out there, almost all of them include the essential components yogurt and honey. Why? Yogurt contains high amounts of Lactic Acid, an AHA proven to be successful in refining pores, exfoliating the skin and stimulating collagen production. Unlike most other exfoliants that are harsh (e.g. salylic acid), it gently cleans the skin and is suitable for even the most sensitive skin types. Plus, its thick and creamy texture lends a paste-like consistency that?s ideal for any face mask. Honey is an all natural humectant—it retains water to help keep the skin soft an...