A groundbreaking surgical procedure is offering new hope to cancer survivors seeking to become parents, with the recent birth of a baby boy in Switzerland marking a significant milestone. The experimental surgery, which involves temporarily moving the uterus and ovaries out of the way during cancer treatment, has now resulted in five successful births, including the first in Europe, according to MIT Technology Review.
The procedure is designed to protect the reproductive organs from the damaging side effects of radiation and chemotherapy, which can often impair the uterus and ovaries. Surgeons essentially "stitch" these organs aside during treatment, and then reposition them once the cancer therapy is complete. The latest success story involves Baby Lucien, born to a mother who underwent the surgery. Daniela Huber, the gyno-oncologist who performed the operation, confirmed that this was the first such birth in Europe.
In other news, indirect talks between U.S. and Iranian officials concluded in Oman without a definitive outcome, according to NPR Politics. The talks, described by Iran's foreign minister as a "good start," focused on high-stakes issues, with the U.S. increasing its military presence in the region.
Meanwhile, in Japan, the country's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is staking her future on snap elections, as reported by NPR Politics. She was seen delivering a campaign speech ahead of the House of Representatives election in Tokyo.
Finally, at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games, American figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea faced a setback during the team pair short program. Despite years of practice, Kam fell during their performance. "We wish we were perfect every single time we step out on the ice," the 21-year-old Kam said, according to NPR News.
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