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In a deeply personal video message, Brad Arnold, the frontman of 3 Doors Down, opened up about a devastating health diagnosis, announcing to fans that he is battling stage 4 kidney cancer.
The 45-year-old singer revealed that he has been diagnosed with clear cell renal carcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer that has already spread to his lungs.
“Hi everybody, it’s Brad, from 3 Doors Down”, he begins, his voice steady but emotional. “I hope you’re having a great day today. Um, got some not so good news for you today”.
He went on to explain how recent illness led to a hospital visit – and an unexpected, life-changing discovery.
“(I was) sick a couple of weeks ago and then I went to the hospital and got checked out, actually got the diagnosis that I had a clear cell renal cell carcinoma, that had metastasized into my lungs”, he shared. “And that’s stage 4, and that’s not real good”.
Despite the severity of the diagnosis, Arnold expressed an unshakable sense of faith and calm. “But you know what, we serve a mighty God, and he can overcome anything”, he said. “So I have no fear, I really sincerely am not scared of it at all”.
With his condition now requiring urgent treatment, Arnold announced that 3 Doors Down’s summer tour has been called off. “But it is gonna force us to cancel our tour this summer and we’re sorry for that”, he said, offering his sincere apologies to fans.
The band’s official website has since been updated to reflect the news, stating simply: “no upcoming events”. They had been due to perform at multiple venues including Daytona International Speedway this month in Florida, the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, New Jersey, in July, and a gig at the White River Amphitheatre, Washington, in August.
Arnold also issued a special plea as he said: “I’d love for you to lift me up in prayer any chance you get”. He ended his brave message by saying his band’s song It’s Not My Time would serve as his own personal anthem.
“It’s time for me to listen to ‘ It’s Not My Time a little bit, right? Thank you guys so much. God loves you, we love you. See ya”.
Arnold also wrote in a poignant caption: “Thank you for all the memories so far. Now, I believe ‘ ITS NOT MY TIME ‘ is really my song.
” This’ll be a battle so we need our prayers warriors! Thank y’all for being the best fans in the world. We love y’all! “
Following his sad announcement, fans fo Brad’s have shared their sympathy with the musician”. I’m sobbing. I’m so sorry. Life is so unfair, “one wrote. Another echoed:” So so so so so sad to hear this. You are so strong my man. You got this. “
” It’s an awful world we live in when bad things happen to good people. Sending you so much love Brad, “another added.
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Brad Arnold, the frontman of 3 Doors Down, revealed to fans that he is suffering from stage 4 kidney cancer in a deeply personal video message.
The 45-year-old singer revealed that he has been diagnosed with clear cell renal carcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer that has already spread to his lungs.
He begins, steady but emotional, “Hi everyone, it’s Brad, from 3 Doors Down.” “I’m glad you’re having a wonderful day today. I guess I have some bad news for you today.
He continued to explain how a recent illness led to an unanticipated, life-changing discovery in a hospital.
He shared that he was ill a few weeks ago when I went to the hospital to get checked out and discovered that I had a clear cell renal cell carcinoma that had metastasized into my lungs. And that is only stage 4, which is unfavorable.
Despite the diagnosis’s seriousness, Arnold maintained his unwavering faith and calm. He said, “But you know what, we serve a powerful God who can defeat any obstacle.” I don’t worry about it at all; in fact, I don’t.
Arnold announced that 3 Doors Down’s summer tour has been postponed because his condition is now requiring urgent care. He apologized to fans, saying, “But it is gonna force us to cancel our tour this summer, and we’re sorry for that.”
No upcoming events have been added to the band’s official website since then, which now says that. They had been scheduled to play at various venues, including the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in New Jersey in July, the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, and an August concert at the White River Amphitheatre in Washington.
Arnold added that he would love for you to “lift me up in prayer any chance you get” in a special plea. He said the song It’s Not My Time, which he had composed for his own personal anthem, would be used as his own personal anthem after concluding his brave message.
“It’s time for me to take a moment to listen to “It’s Not My Time,” you know what? I appreciate you all so much. We and God both love you. See ya”.
Thank you for all the memories so far, Arnold added in a heartfelt caption. I do not know whether “ITS NOT MY TIME” is actually my song.
Our prayers warriors are needed because this will be a battle. I want to thank everyone for being the world’s best fans. We adore y’all!
Fans of Brad’s have expressed their condolences to the musician following his sad announcement. I’m crying. I apologize so much. One wrote, “Life is so unfair. Another retorted, “So sad to hear this. My man, you are so strong. You are aware of this.
When bad things happen to good people, “it’s an awful world that we live in.” “Another added,” “Thank you so much, Brad,”
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The announcement comes after an escalation in Israeli attacks on Syria last week, including a strike that landed just 500 metres (1, 640 feet) from the presidential palace in Damascus on Friday.
Israel claimed its most recent air strikes were a response to what it described as threats to the country’s minority Druze community.
“There are indirect talks with Israel through mediators to calm and attempt to absorb the situation so that it does not reach a level that both sides lose control over”, al-Sharaa said, reiterating blame on Israel over what he described as its “random interventions” in Syria.
He also said Damascus was talking to states that communicate with Israel to “pressure them to stop intervening in Syrian affairs and bomb some of its infrastructure”.
There was no immediate comment from Israeli authorities.
Al-Sharaa’s remarks come during a landmark visit to Paris, his first trip to a European country since assuming office after he led opposition fighters in a lightning offensive that toppled longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in December.
The visit required a special exemption from the United Nations, as al-Sharaa remains under international sanctions due to his previous role as leader of the armed group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a former al-Qaeda affiliate.
Speaking in Paris after meeting President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace, al-Sharaa called for the lifting of economic restrictions on Syria, stating: “Nothing justifies maintaining sanctions imposed on the previous regimes”.
President Macron said France would consider gradually lifting European Union sanctions if Syria continued along its current path.
“I told the president that if he continues on his path, we would do the same, namely by first progressively lifting European sanctions, and then we would also lobby our American partners to follow suit on this matter”, Macron said.
The European Union has already lifted some restrictions, while other measures targeting individuals and entities are set to expire on 1 June. Sanctions relief in sectors such as oil, gas, electricity and transport remain crucial for Syria, where the World Bank estimates reconstruction of the country could cost more than $250bn.
Despite some easing of sanctions by European countries, the Trump administration has been more reserved in its approach to the new Syrian administration.
Macron revealed that he is urging the United States to delay its planned military withdrawal from Syria, arguing that lifting sanctions should be prioritised as a step towards ensuring long-term stability.
Al Jazeera’s Natacha Butler, reporting from Paris, said, “In return, Macron expects Syria’s new government to protect minorities, ensure stability and crack down on what he called terrorist organisations, including ISIS”.
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Arsenal made an offer to acquire Liam Delap, and Arsenal hope to extend William Saliba’s contract, leaving Emiliano Martinez’s chances at Aston Villa uncertain.
As they look to sign a supporting forward alongside a more in-depth and proven option, Arsenal have made an offer to Ipswich’s English international striker Liam Delap, 22. Transfers of football
Additionally, the Gunners have stepped up negotiations to extend France’s center-back’s contract, which has had ties to Real Madrid. The 24-year-old will not leave for a lower price when his contract expires in 2027 or when he will sign for a free transfer when his contract expires in 2027. (L’Equipe, via Get French Football News)
With Aston Villa looking to sign a new stopper in the summer transfer window, Emiliano Martinez’s future may be uncertain. (Mail)
This summer, Liverpool are prepared to sell Greece’s Kostas Tsimikas, 28. Football Insider
Patrik Schick, 29, a striker for the Czech Republic at Bayer Leverkusen, is wanted by Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea this summer. (Caught Offside)
Dean Huijsen, 20, is a center-back from Spain and is in the best interest at Chelsea and Liverpool. (Teamtalk)
Manchester City faces 115 charges, which could continue into the following season despite uncertainty surrounding the outcome of the club’s final verdict. (i paper)
Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi is reportedly waiting for an answer from Al-Hilal, and the Saudi Pro League club could consider a move for Marco Silva if he is turned down. (Talksport)
Lloyd Kelly, 26, has made the number of appearances needed to convert his loan move from Newcastle United to Juventus. (Calciomercato – Italian)
In case Antonio Conte leaves the Napoli organization at the end of the season, owner Aurelio de Laurentiis has gotten in touch with former Juventus and AC Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri. (Tutomercatoweb – in Italian)
Coleen Rooney has broken her silence after the Wagatha Christie row came to a close. Rebekah Vardy agreed to pay Coleen nearly £1.2million after the six-year Wagatha row.
Now, Coleen has posted to her Instagram Stories in the aftermath of the ruling. Coleen wrote: “The ruling yesterday in my favour finally brings this claim to an end, it’s a relief and brings closure for my family and I”.
She went on: “Throughout this long process, I am grateful that judgements have consistently gone my way. However, as I have always maintained, this claim did not need to be made or run for as long as it did. The time and money should have been put to better use.
” I want to thank my legal representatives, management, friends and family for their guidance and constant support. Thanks also to the public and many well-wishers who have been in touch with such kind messages. “
Coleen concluded by saying:” This episode is not something that I ever wanted in my life. However, I am thankful for the way my family and team have dealt with it. We look forward to moving on with our lives. “
Coleen, the wife of former footballer Wayne took to social media to reveal that she had secretly been plotting a sting operation after a string of stories shared on her private social media had been leaked to the media. The Liverpudlian narrowed down accounts with access to her posts in order to discover which account was leaking the information.
In 2019, Coleen took to social media to reveal:” It was….. Rebekah Vardy’s account, “after she had blocked her followers from seeing her Instagram Stories. The posts included a fake story that she was heading to Mexico for gender selection, as well as eyeing up a stint on Strictly Come Dancing.
After Coleen’s” reveal “of Rebekah, the wife of footballer Jamie Vardy strongly denied the allegations and implied that her Instagram account had been hacked.
Rebekah later launched a defamation case against her former pal Coleen for her social media post which she claimed had defamed her. However, a hearing at The Royal Courts of Justice on Tuesday this week heard that Rebekah must pay almost £1.2million.
A specialist costs court has previously been told that Coleen, the wife of former England striker Wayne, ran up a legal bill totalling more than £1.8 million after she successfully defended Vardy’s High Court claim in 2022. In written submissions for a hearing on Tuesday, Mrs Vardy’s barrister, Juliet Wells, said that Mrs Rooney’s total legal bill of £1, 833, 906.89″ has now been settled at £1, 190, 000, being c. £1, 125, 000 plus interest of c. £65.000″.
Ms Wells continued that Mrs Rooney is now claiming” assessment costs “of more than £300, 000, which she described as” grossly disproportionate “and should be capped at” no more than £100, 000″. The full amount of the assessment costs will be determined at the hearing before Costs Judge Mark Whalan, who said he was” pleased “that the two sides had come to a” commercial accommodation”.
Both Rebekah and Coleen were absent from the remote hearing.
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