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Breast cancer recurrence can happen months or even years after initial treatment. Now, a groundbreaking blood test is transforming how recurrence is detected, offering a potential breakthrough in early intervention. The likelihood of breast cancer returning varies based on factors such as the initial cancer stage, type, treatment effectiveness, and individual health. Some women face a higher risk of recurrence …

Hezbollah announced that it shot down an Israeli drone over southern Lebanon and launched rockets at an Israeli military base on Saturday. This came after Israeli drone strikes earlier in the day resulted in at least one death and several injuries. In a statement, Hezbollah claimed its fighters downed a Hermes 900 Kochav drone, an aircraft used by Israel to …

Iran’s hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad registered on Sunday as a potential candidate for the presidential election, aiming to reclaim the country’s top political position after the nation’s president was killed in a helicopter crash. Ahmadinejad’s registration adds pressure on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. During his time in office, Ahmadinejad frequently challenged the 85-year-old cleric, and his attempt to …

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing increasing pressure after U.S. President Joe Biden announced a proposed agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. While many Israelis urge Netanyahu to accept the deal, his far-right allies threaten to collapse his government if he does. Netanyahu dismissed the idea of a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, stating it is a “nonstarter” until …

Mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and the United States have urged Israel and Hamas to finalize a truce agreement outlined by U.S. President Joe Biden, even as Israeli forces continue to bombard Rafah in southern Gaza. Since Biden’s announcement of a new roadmap towards a full ceasefire, fighting has intensified in the Gaza Strip. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has …

Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the newly appointed United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, arrived in Beirut on Saturday. She will be serving as the Head of Mission for the United Nations Office of the Special Coordinator for Lebanon (UNSCOL). “It is an honor to continue my service with the United Nations here in Beirut,” said Hennis-Plasschaert. “In the interest of peace, security, …

The International Friendly match between Albania and Liechtenstein is set to take place on Monday. **Albania** Albania aims to bounce back from their recent 1-0 defeat to Sweden in an International Friendly. Gustaf Nilsson scored the decisive goal for Sweden in the 62nd minute. A recurring theme in Albania’s recent games is the lack of goals from both sides. In …

The International Friendlies match on Monday will feature Gibraltar taking on Scotland. **Gibraltar** Gibraltar is aiming for a better result following their 1-0 loss to Lithuania in their previous Nations League game. In that match, Gibraltar had only 23% possession and failed to register a shot on target, while Lithuania had 28 attempts, with 10 on target, including the decisive …