{
  "id": 19073240,
  "title": "‘Some days are better’: Former President Joe Biden shares emotional update about cancer battle, announces memoir release",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/some-days-are-better-former-president-joe-biden-shares-emotional",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-11-09T02:46:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/some-days-are-better-former-president-joe-biden-shares-emotional-update-about-cancer-battle-announces-memoir-release-11794191994230.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former US President Joe Biden shared an emotional update about his cancer battle on social media on November 9. The 83-year-old discussed his ongoing recovery, upcoming memoir and thanked Americans for their support during his treatment. He admitted that his health condition has affected his daily activities, with some days being better than others. Biden explained that cancer has not stopped him from working, though it sometimes slows him down. His doctors remain encouraged by his response to treatment, and he thanked supporters for their prayers and messages, which have meant a great deal to Jill Biden and their family.\n\nJoe Biden confirmed that his presidential memoir, titled \"Promise Me, America,\" would be released on November 17. The book covers his presidency, major challenges and important decisions, as well as America's identity and democratic values. However, his health has impacted his promotional plans, as he cannot participate in as many book discussions as initially expected. Despite this, Biden ended his message with determination, recalling his father's advice on recovering from setbacks: \"Champ, when you get knocked down, get up.\"\n\nBiden expressed his belief in American democracy and equality, describing the nation as a powerful idea built upon the equality of all people. His memoir, \"Promise Me, America,\" will be released on November 17, covering his presidency, major challenges and important decisions, as well as America's identity and democratic values.",
  "summary": "Former US President Joe Biden has announced that his presidential memoir, titled \"Promise Me, America,\" is scheduled for release on Tuesday, November 17. Biden stated on X that he was diagnosed with cancer while writing the book, which covers his years as President, the decisions he made, and his faith in democracy.\n\nBiden noted that while the disease has not stopped him from working, it has slowed him down at times. The Jerusalem Post reports that his cancer treatment has forced him to scale back planned public appearances, and the Hindustan Times - World News states his health will limit his ability to promote the memoir.\n\nAccording to the Jerusalem Post and the Hindustan Times - World News, Biden's doctors remain encouraged by how he has responded to treatment. Biden remarked that some days are better than others in his battle with the disease.",
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    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Biden says cancer treatment is slowing him down, plans fewer appearances for upcoming memoir",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/biden-says-cancer-treatment-is-slowing-him-down-plans-fewer",
        "published": "2026-11-09T00:54:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Joe Biden announces presidential memoir, says promotions will be limited as cancer ‘slows me down’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/joe-biden-announces-presidential-memoir-says-promotions-will-be",
        "published": "2026-11-09T01:17:19.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Deadline",
        "title": "Joe Biden Is Curtailing Promotion Of His Presidential Memoir Due To Cancer Battle",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/joe-biden-is-curtailing-promotion-of-his-presidential-memoir-due-to",
        "published": "2026-11-09T03:51:22.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}