The fallout from the Signal breach begins

SummaryNew research indicates that liquid biopsies can significantly enhance treatment for metastatic breast cancer patients, allowing tumors to remain controlled for over a year. By detecting mutations in cancer cells earlier than traditional imaging, these blood tests enable timely treatment adjustments, resulting in patients who switched to the experimental drug camizestrant experiencing tumor stability for 16 months, compared to nine months for those who did not switch. This approach offers a substantial improvement in managing...

Watesoni Nacagilevu's Sentencing Watesoni Nacagilevu was sentenced to prison for drug smuggling and money laundering, having participated in approximately $3 million in cash drops. Judge Kirsten Lummis granted a substantial sentence reduction due to his cooperation with police. Initially portrayed as a virtuous bank employee and church-goer, Nacagilevu was later revealed to be a “functional addict” using cocaine daily, ultimately leading to his involvement in a major undercover police operation. Full Article

The death toll from devastating floods in Mokwa, Nigeria, has exceeded 200, with 500 individuals still missing as rescue efforts have ceased. The floods, described as the worst in 60 years, devastated local communities, causing significant loss of life and property, with residents recounting harrowing experiences of losing family members and livelihoods. In response, authorities are beginning to recover buried bodies to prevent disease, while the National Emergency Management Agency is providing relief packages to...

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A serious crash at the Old Stratford roundabout near Milton Keynes has resulted in the closure of the A5 in both directions, affecting traffic from the A508 to the A422 Monks Way. Thames Valley Police advised drivers to avoid the area due to expected delays, as the closure is anticipated to last for an extended period. The nearby A508 is also impacted, and local traffic may be heavier than usual due to weekend travel and...

A Green and Liberal MPP have co-sponsored a private member's bill aimed at eradicating homelessness in Ontario within a decade. Experts believe the bill could significantly address the issue by ensuring the province adopts a "housing first" approach. The initiative comes as the number of individuals living in homeless encampments, such as the one at Victoria and Weber Streets in Kitchener, remains relatively unchanged despite colder weather conditions. Full Article