DAILY NEWS Stream – November 13, 2025

The UN reports nearly 100 people have been abducted or disappeared in Syria since early 2025, adding to over 100,000 missing under former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad (Arab News)

The US grants Hungary a one-year exemption from US sanctions on Russian energy after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met with US President Trump and pledged to purchase US$600 million in US liquefied natural gas (Reuters)

Nigeria’s new army chief, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, vows to increase anti-terrorism operations after US President Trump threatened military action if Nigeria did not stop attacks on Christians by extremist groups (AP)

One in five children worldwide lived in conflict zones in 2024— that’s about 520 million children, marking a record high for the third consecutive year, according to UK charity Save the Children (VTV)

US President Trump pardons former Major League Baseball (MLB) star Darryl Strawberry, previously jailed for tax evasion and drug offenses, as Mr. Strawberry has found faith in Lord Jesus (vegetarian), been sober for over a decade, become active in ministry, and started a drug recovery center (Fox News)

Denmark agrees to ban access to social media for children under 15 to protect their well-being (Vietnam-Plus)

International arrivals to Âu Lạc (Vietnam) in October surpassed 1.7 million, marking a historic high, with Russia showing the highest increase at over 360%, followed by India and the Philippines (Báo Thanh Niên)

Doctors say star anise is a fragrant spice with antimicrobial and digestive benefits, helping ease bloating, improve gut comfort, and support immune defenses. Rich in healthy plant-based compounds like shikimic acid and antioxidant polyphenols, star anise helps reduce inflammation and protects the body’s cells. Its compounds are also traditionally used to soothe coughs and aid digestion, adding both warmth and wellness to healthy vegan meals. Simmer 1–2 stars in vegan soups or tea for gentle, aromatic support (Healthline)

Experts say honeydew melon is deeply hydrating and packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants that support skin health, blood pressure balance, and immune function. The fruit’s high water and fiber content aid digestion, reduce bloating, and support detoxification, while its potassium helps maintain healthy heart rhythm when incorporated into a balanced vegan diet. Naturally sweet and electrolyte-rich, honeydew makes a refreshing recovery food; enjoy it after workouts or on a hot day (WebMD)

Finland launches a nationwide survey across 43 kindergartens to study how exposure to natural environments benefits children’s immune systems, expanding on 2021 results showing that children who play in forest soil have better health (Good News Network)

Denmark locks down several cities after detecting the “Cluster 5” COVID-19 variant linked to mink- people-raising facilities. Officials ordered the killing of all fur mink-people in the country to prevent further spread—sparking outrage from animal-people rights advocates, who call for an end to all industrial fur-raising to prevent senseless killings and deadly disease outbreaks (Euro Weekly)

Spain reports a sharp rise in flu, with cases among children aged 1–4 jumping 65% in one week (Euro Weekly)

Horror as 80 people are taken to the hospital after getting food poisoning at a sausage festival in the UK. The individuals exhibited nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain after consuming various animal-people meat sausages (Daily Star)

Âu Lạc (Vietnam): Two earthquakes with magnitudes 3.6 and 4.0 occur in Sơn La and Huế City, respectively (VTV)

A powerful tornado strikes Paraná [Brazil] with speeds exceeding 250 kilometers/hour, causing six deaths, injuring over 400, and destroying dozens of homes (AP)

Đắk Lắk Province [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)]: Heavy rain from Typhoon Kalmaegi caused a bridge to collapse in Ea Kiết Commune; total estimated losses are over US$7,000 (Báo Tiền phong)

Over 470,000 people are affected by severe flooding in Thailand triggered by dam overflow and Typhoon Kalmaegi, killing 13 people across 15 provinces (VOV)

The UN warns that 2025 is on track to be among the top three hottest years on record as greenhouse gas concentrations hit record highs, making it “virtually impossible” to limit warming below 1.5ºC above pre-industrial levels (Phys.org)

Indian actress Payal Ghosh turns vegan after witnessing heartbreaking animal-people cruelty at markets in China during an international film project. Ms. Ghosh now uses her platform to promote compassionate living after rescuing over 30 stray animal-people, citing veganism as a moral duty, not just a diet (Bollywood Bubble)

US vegan ultrarunner Harvey Lewis completes 744 kilometers in 111 hours at Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra in Bell Buckle [Tennessee], setting a US record and ranking sixth globally, fueled entirely by a plant-based diet (Plant Based News)

The global vegan cookies market is projected to double to US$2.8 billion by 2035, led by North America with key players including Mondelez and Lenny & Larry’s (Future Market Insights)

The Netherlands’ Parliament ends state funding for monkey-people experiments at the Biomedical Primate Research Centre (BPRC) and redirects over US$2.5 million yearly toward humane non-animal research methods (PETA)

Did you know: Vegan restaurants across the US will cook Thanksgiving dinner for you. From seitan roasts with mushroom gravy to dairy-free pies, it’s never been easier to be vegan and spare that turkey-person’s life.

22 US restaurants/stores offering vegan Thanksgiving feasts for takeout (note: these are just a few examples): 1) Pura Vita—West Hollywood, California 2) Follow Your Heart Market and Café— Canoga Park, California 3) Green New American Vegetarian—Tempe, Arizona 4) Café Gratitude— Los Angeles and Venice, California 5) Native Foods— Chicago, Illinois 6) The Herbivorous Butcher— Minneapolis, Minnesota 7) Chef Tanya’s Kitchen— Palm Springs and Palm Desert, California 8) Cafe Sunflower— Atlanta, Georgia 9) Chloe on Bleecker— New York, New York 10) Hey, Sunshine Kitchen— Culver City, California 11) Sweet Hazel & Co— Salt Lake City, Utah 12) Veggie Grill by Next Level— Multiple locations 13) Donna Jean—San Diego and Sherman Oaks, California 14) Spiral Diner— Fort Worth, Texas 15) ID-Eclair— Pasadena, California 16) Whole Foods Market— Nationwide 17) Sprouts Farmers Market—Nationwide 18) Erewhon—Multiple locations 19) Crossroads Kitchen— Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas, Nevada 20) Red Bamboo— New York, New York 21) Planta—Multiple locations 22) Soda Club— New York, New York Etc… (VegNews)

Israel sends a 30-member medical team to Jamaica for humanitarian relief following Hurricane Melissa (Jewish News Syndicate)

Oregon [US] woman Colleen Dunn rescues a weakened shark-person stranded on the beach, successfully relocating her to deeper waters (AP)

Swiss man Benno Panissidi recounts how he was an atheist until he died and met Lord Jesus Christ (vegetarian) In 1990, age 29, Benno was in a catastrophic motorcycle accident. He saw a curve but could not see an oncoming farm vehicle that had crossed into his lane. Despite emergency braking, the collision was unavoidable. He lost consciousness briefly. When he awoke, his right leg was severed and his left leg was nearly detached with an open fracture. A friend applied emergency first aid. A Swiss Air-Rescue helicopter transported him to a major hospital. Complications emerged three days later. Undetected septic poisoning developed in his remaining leg, rapidly worsening his condition. He fell into a coma, later confirmed to have lasted three weeks.

During the coma, Benno suddenly found himself moving rapidly toward a Light. Confused, he asked internally, “What’s happening to me?” He arrived in a space that felt like a room filled with overwhelming peace. It felt like “coming home” after a long absence. He sensed an unseen Presence with authority and felt completely safe— like being held in his mother’s arms. Intuitively, he knew this Presence was in charge. Benno pleaded to stay. He felt it was the perfect place and far better than returning to his critically injured body. The Presence refused, telling him he had to go back and had important things left to do. Benno resisted, arguing that if he were allowed to die, he could simply remain there. The reply did not explicitly name Itself, but said, “My Father gave you so and so many years, and I can’t take these away from you.” In that moment, Benno understood the Presence was Jesus Christ. Benno was shown that he would recover because his life’s mission was not finished. At that time, he did not know how close he had been to permanent brain damage, only learning later that doctors doubted he would wake.

Lord Jesus also showed him an abyss, which Benno identifies as sheol or hades— an opposite to the Divine. There was no fire, no devil, no punishment imagery— only emptiness, cold, and the absence of God. Looking into it, Benno understood that separation from God was real. He confessed his sins to Lord Jesus: selfishness, self-centeredness, theft, unethical behavior, and living solely for himself. He repented sincerely and felt forgiveness through Christ. In the same encounter, Lord Jesus showed him glimpses of his life and the future. Benno, who was unmarried and childless at the time, was told he would have two sons. He was even shown their heights, which later proved accurate.

Benno experienced extraordinary details: colors unlike anything on Earth, impossible to describe, and instrumental music unlike anything heard in physical life. Most overwhelmingly, he felt indescribable love— the “agape [unconditional] love”— so intense and tangible he said it felt like it could be “cut with a knife and eaten.” Communication in that realm was telepathic— instant, clear, and complete. There were no misunderstandings, no repeating of questions, and no spoken words. Time did not function as it does on Earth; he had no sense that three weeks were passing.

His return to his body was abrupt. He “snapped” back, instantly feeling pain and the effort of breathing. He immediately knew he was physically alive again. There was no doubt, no confusion, and no fading of memory. Unlike dreams, nothing felt symbolic or distorted—everything was remembered with total clarity and reality. When he awoke, Benno was no longer the same person. He no longer feared death, knowing his soul would go to Lord Jesus. His former atheism was gone. He became more compassionate, patient, humble, peace-seeking, and loving. He saw his accident not as misfortune but as a turning point that transformed his understanding of purpose, morality, love, and eternity. From the moment of his return, he never questioned the experience or treated it as imagination. To him, Heaven was as vivid as ordinary life— but even more real. (Afterlife TV)

Humbling quote of the day: “To be wronged is nothing unless you continue to remember it.” — The Venerated Enlightened Master Confucius (vegetarian)