DAILY NEWS Stream – January 10, 2025

United Arab Emirates [UAE] discusses post-war Gaza government with US and Israel, saying the UAE may participate in a provisional administration until reformed Palestinian Authority can take charge (Reuters)

Syria will receive two electricity-generating ships from Qatar and Türkiye to generate 800 megawatts amid severe power shortages (Reuters)

United Arab Emirates [UAE] agrees to extend US$2 billion payment deadline for Pakistan during a visit to Karachi by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who pledges further investment support (Reuters)

Analysis: US expected to stay “laser-focused” on Philippine-China maritime issues as President Trump’s appointees, including “China hawk” Secretary of State nominee Marco Rubio, prepare to maintain strong alliance with the Philippines (Asia News)

Italy advances negotiations for €1.5 billion telecom security deal with Elon Musk’s company SpaceX following Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s visit to President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago [Florida, US] club, as Starlink expands its global satellite internet presence (Euronews)

President Trump says He and President Xi have been talking through aides, and that He believes the two will get along, but it has to be a “two-way street” in which China stops “ripping off” the US (Reuters)

Donald Trump Jr. makes 4-hour visit to Greenland after his father repeats interest in US control of the island, saying President Trump “says hallo to everyone in Greenland” (Reuters)

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces resignation after nine years, citing Liberal Party infighting and poor poll numbers (Reuters)

Analysis: Justin Trudeau’s resignation creates a unique opening for President Trump to reshape Canada-US relations. With 25% tariffs on Canadian exports to the US looming and the country lacking leadership, President Trump says a merger between Canada and the US would vastly enhance economic and security opportunities (CBC)

Bangladesh: Home textile exports rise 7.85% to US$410 million as local currency devaluation and improved gas supply help recover lost orders (The Daily Star)

South Korea reduced dependence on China for semiconductor exports in 2024 while increasing shipments to Taiwan and Vietnam amid global tech shifts (The Korea Herald)

South Korea: Dog named Pudding, left behind after Jeju Air crash, visits joint memorial altar for the victims in front of Seoul City Hall (Korea Herald)

Taiwanese student delegation makes cultural exchange visit to Sichuan [China], promoting cross-strait youth understanding on a trip led by former Kuomintang [Chinese Nationalist Party] chairman Ma Ying-jeou (China Daily)

Chinese actor Wang Xing, 22, found in Myanmar after disappearing in Thailand on January 3, 2025, likely victim of a cross-border trafficking operation (Reuters)

California [US]: Cat contracts bird flu from raw meat pet food, as virus spreads to 915 dairy herds across 16 states (CIDRAP – University of Minnesota)

Kerala [India]: Health minister urges masks for the elderly and pregnant women in state amid HMPV [human metapneumovirus] outbreak in China, as many expatriates return from there and other high-risk countries (Onmanorama)

Lehigh Valley [Pennsylvania, US]: Bird flu suspected in deaths of 200 snow geese at two locations, as experts monitor spread and warn against touching sick birds (WPVI)

Japan: 19th bird flu outbreak of the season strikes chicken-raising facility in Iwate region (Straits Times)

China: Flu virus and mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria lead current surge in children’s respiratory infections, as experts urge treatment within 48 hours (Global Times)

Democratic Republic of the Congo: New monkeypox strain spreads in Kinshasa’s poorer districts, threatening global containment efforts as cases triple to 53,000 with 1,250 deaths (CIDRAP – University of Minnesota)

Thailand warns of six holiday diseases: COVID-19, flu, dengue fever, whooping cough, norovirus, and streptococcus suis [a bacterial infection spread through pork] amid winter gatherings (The Nation)

Victoria [Australia]: Fresh measles alert issued for multiple locations including airport and Bunnings hardware store, as cases reach 17 (Sky News Australia)

Delta State [Nigeria]: Niger Delta Development Commission [NDDC] conducts free tests for HIV/AIDS [human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome], warning the disease remains dangerous and incurable despite country’s focus shifting to newer viruses (Punch)

Oxford University [UK]: COVID vaccine researchers develop new jab for the Black Death [bubonic plague] in response to antibiotic-resistant strains emerging globally (The Sun)

US: Kidney stone cases surge 28% among teenage girls and 23% among boys in the past five years, linked to rise in high-sodium diets and global warming causing dehydration (Daily Mail)

US top doctor Surgeon General Vivek Murthy warns there is no safe level of alcohol consumption, not even one glass of red wine per day, as new research disproves previous beliefs about so-called benefits of moderate drinking (CNBC)

Study reveals wealthy South Koreans live 8.66 years longer than the poorest, raising calls for targeted solutions, like health promotion programs for the low-income population, to close the gap (The Korea Herald)

Research reveals six key “medicines” for longevity: whole-food plant-based diet, regular exercise, quality sleep, stress management, abstaining from alcohol/drugs, and positive social relationships (Dân Trí)

Studies show plant-based diets, daily walks, and regular strength training can reduce biological age, with vegan twins showing significant improvements compared to omnivores over eight weeks (NBC News)

Neuroscientists recommend daily mental workouts alongside physical activity for cognitive health, with brain-training exercises targeting five key regions: 1) Prefrontal cortex, to improve executive control: Play language-based and strategic games, combine weightlifting and aerobic activities, and meditate regularly; 2) Temporal lobes, for better memory and stability: Use memorizing techniques, recite poetry or prose, or learn a musical instrument; 3) Parietal lobes, to master spatial navigation: Play math games, do spatial activities like juggling, and travel with a map rather than GPS; 4) Basal ganglia, for balance and stable movements: Yoga, Pilates, hula hooping, or rope exercises; 5) Cerebellum, for coordinating complex information: Coordinated activities like racket sports, dance, or tai chi, and everyday exercises involving coordination (The Optimist Daily)

Seoul [South Korea]: Heavy snow triggers safety alerts as cold snap brings -11ºC temperatures (The Korea Herald)

Karachi [Pakistan] faces severe water crisis with current supply of 15 million gallons [56.7 million liters] daily falling far short of 70 million [265 million liters] needed (Dawn)

6.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet near holy Buddhist city of Shigatse, killing at least 126 people and destroying hundreds of homes in freezing temperatures (Reuters)

Report: Thailand reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 65.2 million metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2022, and has achieved 30.47% of its 2030 reduction target through energy initiatives (National Thailand)

Global CO2 levels reach 420 parts per million, up 11% in 20 years, as UN warns Earth faces 2.6-3.1°C average warming above pre-industrial levels by end of century without urgent action (The Energy Mix)

Cardiff University [UK] study shows past climate change shifted winds and ocean currents in Southern Ocean, with similar shifts happening today due to human-induced warming (PA Media)

South Carolina [US]: PETA files 270-page complaint against Alpha Genesis primate- raising facility after 43 monkeys escaped and whistleblower reveals animal deaths (Vegan For The Animals)

France will host artificial intelligence [AI] summit in February 2025 with global leaders, aiming to ensure the AI sector can drive social, economic and environmental benefits and establish EU as world leader in AI (Euronews)

Experts warn of growing AI risks for Generation Beta [born between 2025 and 2039] as they will be born into a world dominated by artificial intelligence and virtual reality, making them susceptible to cybersecurity risks, inappropriate content, and much more (The Kathmandu Post)

Mastic Beach [New York, US]: Kayla Masotto, 28, honored by first responders after she rescued man who fell through ice, using a paddleboard to carefully navigate and remove him after jet ski accident (Sunny Skyz)

UK: King Charles’ 2025 New Year Honours list recognizes ten Devon county heroes, including Animals Interfaith Alliance founder and CEO Barbara Gardner (vegan), awarded the MBE [Most Excellent Order of the British Empire] for her services to animal welfare (BBC)

University of Exeter [UK] study finds meat-eaters are more likely to be disgusted by meat after taking part in Veganuary [Vegan January] challenge, helping them stick to a vegan diet afterwards – more info on this month-long challenge at veganuary.com (The Guardian)

Study finds vegan meats are a nutritious alternative offering a sustainable food solution amid population growth, reducing environmental impact while providing health benefits like reduced heart disease and type 2 diabetes risks (Wenxi Geng)

Türkiye allows vegan cheese products to be sold in stores, and updates food labeling rules to allow terms like “vegan burger” or “vegetarian sausage” for vegan meat products, fully effective by end of 2026 (Vegan For The Animals)

New digital tool helps seniors plan vegan diets, ensuring high protein quality through user-friendly online interface developed with help from dietitians in Denmark and the Netherlands (lNews Medical Life Sciences)

UK: Tiba Tempeh expands to 1,000 Aldi supermarkets, and British Airways adds vegan snack ChicP, a trio of hummus and breadsticks in harissa, basil and truffle flavors (Green Queen)

Starbucks introduces Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado and vegan Spicy Falafel Pocket US-wide, responding to increasing customer demand for vegan options (VegNews)

Veganuary [Vegan January] 2025 expands to Peru, Malaysia and Canada, as new marketing campaign illustrating how meat is “weird” goes international (VegNews)

Non-profit World Animal Protection outlines seven ways to help animals in 2025: 1) Eat vegan, 2) Advocate for stronger wildlife protection laws; 3) Speak out for factory-raised animals; 4) Share your passion for animals online through social media; 5) Support animal sanctuaries; 6) Reduce your use of single-use plastics; 7) Donate regularly to animal protection nonprofits (World Animal Protection)

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Indian actress Adah Sharma (vegetarian) recognized as PETA [People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals] India’s 2024 Person of the Year for promoting animal rights, donating a mechanical elephant to a Kerala temple, and campaigning against leather (Telangana Today)

Faith-igniting quote of the day: “Worship God. You have no god other than Him. It was He who brought you into being from the Earth and made you inhabit it, so ask forgiveness from Him, and turn back to Him: my Lord is ever-near, and ready to answer.” – The Venerated Enlightened Prophet Salih (vegetarian)