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FDA Approves Rasonque for Metastatic PDAC; Price Concerns
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The FDA approved Revolution Medicines' pancreatic cancer drug daraxonrasib, sold as Rasonque, the first therapy to target a genetic driver of the disease. In a trial of advanced/metastatic pancreatic cancer, median overall survival reached 13.2 months versus 6.7 with chemotherapy, signaling a potentially transformative option for patients who have received prior therapy.
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Maya Chen
Finally some actual reporting on this instead of hot takes.
BioNTech halts Phase 2 cancer vaccine trial
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BioNTech and Genentech/Roche have terminated the Phase 2 trial of autogene cevumeran for ctDNA-positive, surgically resected high-risk colorectal cancer after an independent DSMB cited a numerical survival imbalance, with further continuation deemed unlikely to change outcomes. The company will analyze the data to refine patient selection, and a separate Phase 2 trial in pancreatic cancer remains ongoing.
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Elena Vasquez
I compared a few of the sources — the numbers don't quite line up between them.
Jorge Messi Dies at 68, Key Behind Lionel
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— Aug 8, 2026
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime adviser and agent, died in Rosario at age 68 after a long illness that included pancreatic cancer. He was instrumental in shaping Messi’s career, negotiating his moves to Barcelona, and supporting his development and medical treatments as the family relocated to Europe.
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Chris Anne Affleck Dies at 83, Activist and Mother
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— Jul 24, 2026
Chris Anne Boldt/Affleck, born in 1942 in New York City, was a Harvard-educated public school teacher for 35 years and a lifelong civil rights activist who participated in the Freedom Rides. As the mother of Ben and Casey Affleck, she supported their careers and attended key moments like the 1998 Oscars, and died from pancreatic cancer in 2026 at about 83.
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As California Burns Billions To Fail At High-Speed Rail, China Laid Enough Track To Circle America Three Times
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Experimental pancreatic cancer drug now available in Nebraska
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— Jul 23, 2026
Daraxonrasib, an investigational KRAS-targeting drug, has shown the potential to more than double survival in stage IV pancreatic cancer compared with chemotherapy and is being offered through expanded access programs at Nebraska Medicine, with Ben Sasse publicly discussing his positive response. The FDA has accepted an NDA for daraxonrasib based on phase 3 trial results showing significant improvements in overall survival, progression-free survival, and response rate, signaling a possible breakthrough though not yet FDA approved.
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Most underrated cities in America
America's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.
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Former GOP Sen. Ben Sasse Reveals He Has Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer, Says He Is ‘Gonna Die’
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— Dec 23, 2025
Former Republican Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse announced Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Sasse, 53, resigned from his second term in the Senate in 2023 to become president of the University…
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Cancer-Stricken Former Republican Sen. Ben Sasse Vows To Avoid Being A ‘Pansy A**’ As Life Slips Away
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— Apr 11, 2026
Despite being diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, former Republican Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse has not given up on living, telling the host of a New York Times podcast Thursday that he intends to face the unknown…
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Dem Rep Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
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— Jun 5, 2024
Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas announced that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer Sunday. Jackson Lee, who has been in office since 1995, made the announcement in a post on X, formerly known as…
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Terminally Ill Former GOP Senator Has Parting Warning About Dangers Of AI
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— Apr 27, 2026
Former Republican Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse warned of the dangers artificial intelligence (AI) will bring to the younger generations in a Sunday interview. Sasse, who is dying from stage 4 pancreatic cancer, said on “60…
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Barcelona Fan Account Highlights Raphinha’s Elite Movement Early in Flick Era
A popular Barcelona-focused account praises Raphinha’s movement and play just three games into the Flick era, noting it exceeds his high standards. The post has gained strong engagement amid Raphinha’s hot start, with overwhelming support in Barça circles celebrating his form, leadership, and transformation under Flick. A small minority of reactions criticize the poster’s prior skepticism rather than disputing Raphinha’s quality.
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Terminally Ill Former GOP Senator Reveals Dying Wish For America
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— Apr 27, 2026
Former Republican Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse revealed his dying wish for America during a Sunday interview with CBS News. Sasse, who is suffering from terminal pancreatic cancer, told “60 Minutes” that he wants more…
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Former Senator Announces Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis: ‘It’s a Death Sentence’
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— Dec 23, 2025
Former Sen. Ben Sasse (R-Neb.) announced devastating news Tuesday — he has Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Sasse, 53, who served two terms as senator, wrote a lengthy post on X, stating he received the diagnosis last week…
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Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
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Beloved TV Judge Frank Caprio Asks for Prayers Following Cancer Diagnosis
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— Dec 7, 2023
Beloved Rhode Island TV Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in the courtroom, asked for prayers after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. On Wednesday, Caprio, who is the star of the reality show “Caught in…
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After Seeing Grandfather Battle Cancer, Young Girl Decides She Needs to Do Something
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— Mar 4, 2022
A young girl from New York is helping cancer patients with the inspiration of her late grandfather. After witnessing her grandfather, Terry Enderton, battle pancreatic cancer and undergo chemotherapy, Sophie Enderton…
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House Holds Moment of Silence to Honor John Lewis
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— Jul 20, 2020
The House of Representatives observed a moment of silence to honor Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) who died last week after a battle with pancreatic cancer. On Monday, members of the Georgia delegation hailed Lewis’ legacy…
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Burglar With Uzi Chose Wrong House To Raid. It Didn’t End Well For Him.
Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 4h