DAILY NEWS Stream – August 23, 2025

The US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which has provided about 125 million meals to Gaza, launches a pilot program letting families reserve aid parcels in advance, following US President Trump’s call for innovation in warzone deliveries (Fox News)

Cambodia: 70,000 Buddhist monks “wholeheartedly” endorse US President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of His “historic” contribution in advancing peace in Cambodia, Thailand, and worldwide, saying, “We deeply thank You and the people of the United States of America for your kindness” (Fox News)

US President Trump wants a swift end to the Ukraine (Ureign) war, saying it would save “7,000 people per week from being killed” in Russia’s invasion. He suggests it’s His Christian duty, saying, “I want to try to get to Heaven if possible” (Fox News)

The White House [US] says Putin has promised to meet with Ukraine (Ureign)’s President Zelenskyy in the coming weeks (ABC)

President Trump gives an inside look at the recent White House [US] peace summit with Ukraine (Ureign)’s President Zelenskyy and European leaders: + President Trump arranged a direct meeting between Putin and President Zelenskyy, emphasizing progress depends on their relationship: “It takes two to tango.” + The President rejected delays, warning that waiting “a month or two” could mean 40,000 more deaths. He called Putin immediately to push for talks that night. + President Trump noted Putin and President Zelenskyy are “getting along a little bit better” than expected, which justified a two-way instead of a three-way meeting. + The President ruled out Ukraine joining NATO but said European nations like France, Germany, and the UK are ready to put peacekeeping troops on the ground. + President Trump assured no American troops would defend Ukraine’s border, adding, “I’m just trying to stop people from being killed.” + The President said European leaders are more consumed by the war than America and want security arrangements outside NATO so they can return to focusing on their own countries. + President Trump says the Europeans “respect our country again… a year ago, they wouldn’t have come,” but now America is the world’s top partner (Fox News; WhiteHouse.gov)

China and India envoys discuss border peace and trade to boost cooperation (Reuters)

US President Trump’s administration threatens to pull funds from State of Virginia school districts over transgender bathroom policies allowing boys to use girls’ restrooms (New York Post)

US President Trump urges the Texas State Legislature to swiftly pass its redistricting bill, which could add 5 Republican congressional seats. After a two-week standoff where Texas Democrats fled to disrupt the vote, they have returned (Fox News)

President Trump announces he will lead a movement to eliminate mail-in voting and electronic voting machines in the US. He plans to sign an executive order ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, saying “ELECTIONS CAN NEVER BE HONEST WITH MAIL-IN BALLOTS/VOTING” (Fox News)

US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard (vegan) removes security clearances from 37 current and former officials for politicizing and manipulating intelligence (Fox News)

American movie star Chris Pratt praises President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for working to remove toxic chemicals from children’s food as part of their “Make America Healthy Again” campaign (Fox News)

Indiana woman faces federal charges for social media threats to kill President Trump (Fox News)

Study finds that COVID-19 can age patients’ blood vessels by around 5 years, especially in women, even with a “mild” infection (CIDRAP)

Two new measles cases are reported in western Montana [US] (NBC Montana)

Experts warn the dangerous parasite Schistosoma mansoni can “switch off” pain sensation in humans, allowing it to penetrate the skin unnoticed. The bug has infected hundreds of millions, causing anemia, infertility, blindness, cancer, and other severe complications. The World Health Organization [WHO] warns the disease, centered in Africa, has now spread to Europe and threatens Asia. Prevention includes avoiding contaminated freshwater, boiling water before use, and seeking medical care promptly if symptoms appear (Tuổi Trẻ)

Somalia faces a severe diphtheria outbreak with over 1,600 cases and 87 deaths in 2025. Children account for more than 97% of the cases (Ahram Online)

Magnitude 5.2 earthquake strikes Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region (Reuters)

South Sumatra [Indonesia]’s Mount Dempo erupts again, spewing a thick white ash column 1,300 meters above the summit. Officials advise the public to avoid areas within 1 kilometer of the crater and 2 kilometers to the north (Databoks)

The Netherlands sends helicopters and 60 troops to battle wildfires in Spain. The fires, ongoing for about two weeks, have destroyed more than 150,000 hectares of land and forced thousands to evacuate (Euro Weekly)

More rain in northern China raises flood deaths to 13, with five more missing (Reuters)

Maharashtra [India]: Heavy rainfall claims 12 lives, with Nanded city worst-hit (WION)

Experts warn that breeding ornamental plants for aesthetics can harm pollinators. Double-flowered types like roses and peonies often hide or replace the parts that provide nectar and pollen, blocking access for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Changing flower color and scent through breeding also makes blooms harder for pollinators to find. Scientists suggest planting native species and letting herbs flower to keep gardens pollinator-friendly (Phys.org)

European Space Agency [ESA] develops CREAM [Collision Risk Estimation and Automated Mitigation System] to help save satellites from dangerous collisions by automating the risk assessment process. With over 11,000 active satellites and an estimated 1.2 million pieces of space debris, the challenge of avoiding accidents has become an essential part of satellite operations (Daily Galaxy)

Scrolling short videos on TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts has become a hard-to-break habit for many, especially young people. Despite knowing it’s unhealthy, users often spend hours or even whole nights watching. Experts warn that excessive short video consumption— especially among youth— can cause attention problems, impulsive behavior, and sleep disorders. YouTube co-founder and ex-Chief Technical Officer Steve Chen has suggested platforms should limit screen time for younger users to protect their long-term development (Thanh Niên)

US theme park Disneyland has quietly added hundreds of vegan dishes to its menus. Customers—both vegans and non-vegans— order these dishes because they taste good, not always for ethical or environmental reasons. Disney isn’t targeting strict vegans but the larger group reducing animal-people meat consumption— a trend popular among young Americans (VegOut)

Bollywood [India] movie star Ranveer Singh (vegan) launches SuperYou Pro, a vegan protein powder made from biofermented brewer’s yeast. The product offers a complete protein profile, supports gut health, and is environmentally sustainable, addressing India’s growing demand for clean, plant-based proteins (Green Queen)

American football star Deatrich Wise Jr. (vegan) partners with Cambridge [Massachusetts, US] vegan restaurant Veggie Galaxy to launch a new breakfast burrito called Wise 91, made with Just Egg, vegan sausage, sautéed vegetables, and vegan cheese. Mr. Wise Jr. says a vegan diet keeps him strong and healthy for peak athletic performance, while also helping animal-people and the environment (VegNews)

Report shows former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s welfare policies lifted 13.4 million Mexicans out of poverty between 2018 and 2024. Poverty fell by nearly 26%, while extreme poverty declined from nearly 9 million to 7 million. President Obrador also tripled the minimum wage and expanded cash transfer programs for the elderly, youth, and farmers (The Guardian)

Joy and relief in Kashmir [India] as lotus flowers bloom in Wular Lake after more than 30 years buried under silt from the 1992 floods. The Wular Conservation and Management Authority dredged the lake for five years, removing 8 million cubic meters of silt. The return of the lotus is seen as the revival of both an ecosystem and local spiritual traditions (Good News Network)

HCM CT [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)]: A rare white pheasant-person is rescued by locals and brought to the Forest Protection Department for care (Người Lao Động)

Hà Tĩnh [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)] resident Mr. Thận rescues a stump-tailed macaque-person in his garden and hands him over to forest rangers for release back into his natural habitat (Báo Dân Việt)

Bangkok [Thailand] resident Mr. Bingbing miraculously saves a cat-person who was electrocuted while climbing a power pole. The 27-year-old veterinary assistant performed proper CPR [cardiopulmonary resuscitation] that revived the cat-fellow before hospital transfer (Báo Mới)

Christian woman Christienah Travis shares her near-death experience in which she learned hell is real and forgiveness is key to avoiding it.

Christienah was struggling with anger and unforgiveness after losing her 19-month-old son. She often justified her cruelty as a “sharp sword” against people who crossed her. One night in her kitchen, she challenged God, saying with venom, “Maybe if I could lose my memories or forget, then maybe I could learn to forgive.” God heard her.

Soon Christienah’s chronic illnesses worsened. Over a year and a half, she wasted away— her spine protruding, lips burned from acid vomiting, and life slipping away. She endured repeated 10- to 12-minute seizures and memory loss. Finally, she gave up, saying, “God, forgive me for all the things I never got the chance to do,” believing she had failed His plan for her life.

One morning while at her desk, a brilliant Light like a “huge star” filled the room. She instantly knew It was God. His Voice, like many trumpets forming words, judged her for five minutes, condemning her anger, resentment, and cruelty that hurt others and separated her from Him. Terrified, she realized her actions contradicted her faith: “You can’t love God and act like the devil.” God asked if she wanted forgiveness and another chance. Christienah accepted eagerly.

Suddenly, the walls ran thick with blood, symbolizing Jesus’s covering of her sins. The wall before her burned away, revealing flames. She was drawn into total darkness, floating face-down above a square gate. It opened, and she fell into a bottomless lake of fire, engulfed in flames. Handcuffed to people she had not forgiven, she faced them for eternity— her anger magnified. Among the charred, agonized figures, Christienah saw her grandmother and grandfather, their eyes pleading but unable to speak. Transparent, ghost-like shapes of living people she knew sat in reserved seats, waiting like unborn children for their fate.

The air burned, like being trapped in an oven. A woman’s blood-curdling scream shook Chriestinah. She felt the despair and hopelessness of all souls there. Christienah then realized she did not truly wish this torment on anyone, not even her worst enemies. Her good memories began slipping away, leaving only hatred.

Suddenly, Christienah stood on a rock overlooking hell beside Lord Jesus (vegetarian)— tall, with a Roman nose and scars. They both wept as she saw His heartbreak for the damned and those with reserved seats. Lord Jesus gave her 5 rules: + Don’t be mean. + Don’t fight. + Don’t call people names. + Don’t hold resentment or grudges. + Live in peace. He told her that unforgiveness locks the handcuffs, but forgiveness unlocks them. He instructed her to warn family members who have seats in hell and to share her experience for life to help save others.

Instantly, Christienah was back at her desk. Running to her sleeping daughter, she apologized for everything. Though she spent another year in and out of the hospital with amnesia— forgetting her identity and skills—God gradually restored her. During this time, she saw recently deceased spirits: a woman in her wedding dress watching her own funeral, and Christienah’s stepfather lingering on life support until his sister arrived. These encounters always came within three days of death, visible to her as she hovered near death herself.

Christienah’s experience transformed her. Freed from bitterness, she now feels joy and ministers on YouTube, warning others that hell is eternal with no rest or hope, and forgiveness is essential to avoid it (Randy Kay)

Prioritizing quote of the day: “Be kind to all beings; this is more meritorious than bathing at the 68 sacred shrines of pilgrimage and donating money.” — The Venerated Enlightened Guru Nanak Dev Ji (vegetarian)