DAILY NEWS Stream – July 2, 2025

US President Trump touts His administration’s progress on peace deals in the Middle East, saying world leaders “respect our country again” (Fox News)

Analysis: The US strike on Iran aimed to weaken China, which has been using Iran as a proxy to divert American military attention away from Asia. By disrupting Iran’s nuclear and energy facilities, the US has sent a message to China that America can target its smaller allies. China’s cautious reaction – halting flights to Tehran [Iran] and avoiding public support for Iran – shows its fear of US sanctions or escalation. This shows that the US strategy of pressuring major rivals without direct confrontation is effective (Tri Thức Mới)

Analysis: Israel and Iran were once allies against the Soviet Union during the Cold War, sharing oil and weapons. But Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution and religious divides shifted Iran’s stance to anti-Israel, fueling ongoing Middle East conflicts (Tuấn Tiền Tỉ)

US President Trump softens His stance on Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy, calling him a “good person,” and urges Putin to stop the war, signaling a shift toward tougher diplomacy with Russia (HTD News)

Cambodia’s Senate President and former Prime Minister Hun Sen emphasizes the need to keep peace with Thailand amid ongoing border tensions (BNC Now)

The US plans to charge a 46% tariff on Vietnamese exports unless Vietnam imports fewer Chinese goods and stops labeling Chinese products as “Made in Vietnam” to dodge US taxes (HTD News)

Vietnam: A group of Chinese nationals used pepper spray to rob a taxi on Mai Sơn expressway and were later arrested in Bắc Giang City. Their identities and motives remain undisclosed and are under investigation (Khỏe Tự Nhiên)

US: Wall Street economist Torsten Sløk, who previously criticized President Trump, now admits the President may have “outsmarted all of us” on tariffs, as keeping high tariffs on China and moderate ones on other countries could cut uncertainty, boost business, and bring in US$400 billion a year for the US (New York Post)

Thai police safely defuse a homemade bomb hidden in a motorcycle at Phuket International Airport, with operations resuming as authorities investigate (Khỏe Tự Nhiên)

Hackers seized control of Tonga’s health IT [information technology] system and demanded a US$1 million ransom, which the government refused to pay. Medical staff reverted to paper records while Australian cyber-experts were deployed to help restore the system (TechXplore)

COVID-19 variant Nimbus is spreading twice as fast in the UK as other variants, with cases doubling in a month, causing severe sore throats and swollen neck glands (Nhìn Thế Giới)

Cần Thơ [Vietnam] health officials urge safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including wearing masks, handwashing, healthy living, avoiding crowds, and seeking medical help for symptoms like cough or fever (CDC Cần Thơ Khoa Truyền Thông)

A hot air balloon fire in Brazil’s state of Santa Catarina leaves eight dead, injures 13, and reignites safety concerns as officials investigate the cause of the tragic crash (Oneindia News)

France bans smoking on beaches and in parks to protect residents from secondhand smoke (VnExpress)

Tourist dies of heatstroke in Majorca [Spain] as “heat dome” envelops Europe (The Telegraph)

Spain: New heatwave reached 46ºC last weekend in the “hottest June ever”; residents were advised to “remain indoors as much as possible” (The Olive Press)

Georgia [US]: Blazing temperatures threaten both humans and animal-people amid scorching heat wave (Georgia Recorder)

Tall waterspout tornado spotted in Bắc Ninh Province [Vietnam] after heavy rain (VnExpress)

Pakistan: At least 11 dead and 6 injured in Swat River flash floods (Dawn)

France: Two people dead in severe storms that caused major flooding in Paris and power outages for 110,000 homes, and the French Parliament roof to leak during a session (Euronews)

Heavy rain hits China’s flood-stricken Guizhou Province for the second time in a week, turning streets into rivers (Hindustan Times)

China: Extreme weather with powerful winds and hail causes chaos across multiple cities (Unstoppable Weather)

Study finds climate-driven glacier melting in Europe’s Alps Mountains is causing a surge in minor tremors, with the weight loss from melted ice triggering dozens of small earthquakes. Researchers warn this pattern may increase seismic risk globally as more ice continues to melt (NDTV)

Western Japan sees its earliest end to the rainy season on record, three weeks sooner than usual, as climate change makes global weather patterns less predictable (The Japan Times)

Scientists warn carbon dioxide levels keep rising despite global commitments to cut fossil fuels in the energy industry (Kinh tế Môi trường)

Scientists warn Earth is trapping much more heat than climate models forecast – and the rate has doubled over the last 20 years (The Conversation)

Bangladesh orders solar panels on all public buildings to address energy issues and cut fuel imports. Solar power currently provides 5.6% of electricity in Bangladesh, with targets of 20% by 2030 and 30% by 2040 (TechXplore)

Study finds Japanese macaque monkey-people mourn their loved ones like humans do, staying beside and grooming deceased companions they’ve bonded with (Phys.org)

Study shows that bonobo-people—and likely other great apes— become more optimistic after hearing laughter, making them see unclear situations in a more positive way, just like humans who hear other humans’ laughter (Phys.org)

Switzerland becomes the first European country to ban the import of animal-people fur produced through cruel practices, including brutal animal-people factories. The ban starts on July 1, 2025, with a two-year transition period for businesses to comply (World Animal News)

Korea launches a project promoting advanced alternative testing methods to replace animal-people testing in drug development (ChosunBiz)

The vegan diet beats the Mediterranean diet when it comes to promoting weight loss, new study finds (The Independent)

Vietnamese-American Johnny Nguyen warns of smuggling scams to avoid at airports, including: 1) Never carry packages for strangers. Even if they seem friendly or from your country — they might hide drugs or illegal items. 2) Don’t trust people claiming their bag is “just over the weight limit.” It’s a common excuse to make you carry banned items through customs. 3) Beware of familiar- looking suitcases. Smugglers may swap your bag with one that looks nearly identical but contains illegal goods. 4) Always check your luggage for tampering. Look for broken seals, odd stickers, or changes in wrapping — report anything suspicious. 5) Don’t accept souvenirs, gifts, or bags from people you just met. Even if they seem kind, it could be part of a setup by a smuggling ring. 6) Watch out for drugs hidden in clothing, shoes, or even drinks. Smugglers use creative methods and may try to involve you without your knowledge. 7) Stay alert at airport coffee shops and waiting areas. Some smugglers target travelers by striking up casual conversations first. 8) Report anything suspicious to airport security right away. Better to be safe than risk jail time or serious legal trouble (Thái Võ Canada)

Inspirational quote of the day: “Don’t ever think that GOD gives you an impossible task. For the mind, it’s impossible; for the soul, anything is possible.” – Devashakti Muria (vegan)