DAILY NEWS Stream – December 22, 2025

The US Senate passes the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act), authorizing US$1 billion for Taiwan (Formosa) defense cooperation (Taipei Times)

Ukraine (Ureign) and 34 nations establish the International Claims Commission for Ukraine to process compensation claims for war damages caused by Russia (CAFEF)

Luxembourg pledges €15 million to NATO’s [North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s] PURL (Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List) initiative, raising its 2025 military support for Ukraine to €155 million (Luxembourg Times)

South Korea and the UK sign an upgraded free trade agreement after two years of talks, easing rules of origin for Korean automobiles, beauty, and food exports, making it easier for Korean products to qualify for tariff-free treatment (Islam Times)

The Shura Council [Bahrain’s appointed legislative upper house] Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh commends His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain for the royal pardon of 963 inmates for National Day and the King’s accession anniversary (Bahrain News Agency)

US Billionaire Ray Dalio pledges US$75 million to Trump Accounts [tax-advantaged savings accounts for children], funding US$250 for 300,000 Connecticut children under 10 (NY Post)

Brooklyn [US] pastor and daycare operator Paul Mitchell pleads guilty to tax evasion, admitting misuse of church and daycare funds between 2015–2022 for personal expenses. He faces up to five years in prison, restitution, and US$250,000 in fines (US Department of Justice)

The European Commission launches its first “European Affordable Housing Plan” to tackle rising housing costs across Europe (European Commission)

Russian oil faces unprecedented shock as export prices fall below US$40 per barrel, the lowest since 2022, amid US sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil (CAFEF)

Core inflation in the US has fallen to its lowest level in nearly five years, with prices for essentials like groceries, gas, and medicine declining (WhiteHouse.gov)

New research identifies onions, almonds, cherries, pears, and tomato sauce as powerful neuroprotective foods. Their high isorhamnetin content correlates with a 38% lower Alzheimer’s risk by blocking brain plaque. Experts urge regular consumption of these items alongside reduced sugar intake to safeguard cognitive health and lower dementia risk (Plant Based News)

5 Ways to Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk According to oncologist Dr. Seema Jagiasi of India:

1. Prioritize fiber-rich, vegan foods: eat lentils, whole grains, vegetables.

2. Exercise and maintain a healthy weight: engage in regular physical activity, avoid alcohol and smoking.

3. Preventive screening: stool tests and colonoscopies to detect polyps early.

4. Recognize early symptoms: changes in bowel habits, blood in stool, anemia, abdominal pain, or unexplained weight loss.

5. Support gut microbiome: eat fermented foods and fiber, and limit unnecessary antibiotic use (Hindustan Times)

The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] updates infant hepatitis B guidelines, allowing parents and doctors to decide whether to administer the vaccine at birth to low-risk babies (US Department of Health and Human Services)

São Paulo [Brazil] faces a deepening water crisis as the main reservoir plunges below 18% after years of low rainfall, prompting stricter rationing, long pressure cuts and possible shutdowns, officials say (France 24)

Canada: A severe blizzard paralyzes Manitoba with school closures and highway shutdowns. Arctic air plunges wind chills to -45 to -50°C across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and northern Ontario (CBC)

Storm Emilia brings historic snowfall to Mount Teide, Tenerife [Canary Islands]. Authorities restrict access to Teide National Park, which encompasses the mountain, as rare deep snow disrupted roads and trails, highlighting unusual subtropical winter conditions and ecological impacts (The Watchers)

Expanding ocean hot spots fueled by climate change are intensifying hurricanes and typhoons. Scientists warn “Category 6” storms, exceeding 160-knot winds, are increasingly common, especially in the Western Pacific and North Atlantic (Sci Tech Daily)

A rare “pink fog” baffles Brits as December skies turned rose-colored across southeast England, UK (Daily Mail)

Report from the King of Weather by request from Supreme Master Ching Hai (vegan): “World is losing security over weather, losing security over water, losing security over ice-melting...”

Sadanga police [the Philippines] secure the indictment of a local government-employed driver named Erwin Faguinney for killing a dog-person named Axle, sparking outrage after viral video footage. Prosecutors accepted the case under the Animal Welfare Act (Inquirer.net)

YouTuber Ross Creations faces backlash after posting a viral video showing a possum-individual launched into the air using a device he built. The clip, later deleted, sparks outrage and an investigation by Florida [US] authorities. If convicted, Ross Creations could face fines and possible jail time (Green Matters)

The United States launches the inaugural “US-Africa Technical and Regulatory Space Training Meeting” in Gabon, convening space agency officials from 12 African nations to support locally owned, financially viable space programs and deepen space diplomacy between the participating countries and the US (State.gov)

A vivid green bolide [bright meteor] streaks across the night sky over Taitung County, Taiwan (Formosa), briefly illuminating clouds along the Southern Cross-Island Highway and drawing attention from residents and travelers (Taipei Times)

German manufacturer Everllence unveils the ME-LGIA dual-fuel ammonia two-stroke engine, hailed as a technological milestone for global shipping. It promises CO2-free combustion, safer ammonia handling, and integration with existing infrastructure (SOHA)

Dutch-Belgian startup Those Vegan Cowboys raises €6.25 million to scale precision-fermented, animal-free casein for vegan cheeses and prepare a 2026 US launch, expand partnerships and begin consumer crowdfunding (Green Queen)

The 2015 bestseller “How Not to Die” by Dr. Michael Greger (vegan) becomes a free documentary on UnchainedTV, translating evidence-based research on vegan diets and chronic disease prevention into a practical, visually engaging guide (VegNews)

Luxembourg’s 10th annual Makerfest for kids draws about 1,600 visitors, as representatives from the public institution National Youth Service and other groups host workshops in coding, technology and crafts, inspiring young creators through hands-on learning at the youth forum (RTL Today)

United Arab Emirates sanctuary Ride to Rescue shelters around 30 abandoned and retired horse- and donkey-people in Ras Al Khaimah, prioritizing their freedom and recovery and allowing them to roam, with most of their time spent outside (Khaleej Times)

A “Grandma Stand” in McKinney, Texas [US] offers street-side wisdom and listening ears from volunteer grandmothers. The concept is inspired by an idea from Mike Matthews of New York City, who arranged for his late grandma to listen to strangers’ concerns with a similar format. The purple booth in Texas provides advice, empathy, and connection (Good News Network)

I was above my body. I could see them — all the nurses around. Then I opened my eyes. I looked around at the beauty. I could see the trees, I could see the grass, and everything was swaying with the music because everything in Heaven worships God. American woman Charlotte Holmes shares how her heart stopped for 11 minutes and she experienced Heaven, met her deceased toddler son, and was shown hell.

In 2019, Charlotte Holmes went for a routine cardiology check up. Her blood pressure spiked dangerously to 234 over 134. Her cardiologist immediately hospitalized her, warning she risked another stroke or heart attack. Charlotte was placed in a room with an IV (intravenous) to lower her blood pressure. Her husband Danny stayed by her side as staff worked urgently. Suddenly, Charlotte’s heart stopped. She was clinically dead for 11 minutes. I was above my body. I could see Danny standing in the corner. He had backed up. I could see them — all the nurses around.

I could smell the most beautiful flowers I’ve ever smelled, and then I heard music. When I opened my eyes, I knew where I was. I knew I was in Heaven. I looked around at the beauty. I could see the trees, I could see the grass, and everything was swaying with the music because everything in Heaven worships God. I can’t convey to you what Heaven looked like because it’s so above what we can even imagine, a million times.

Charlotte says angels led her into Heaven. There’s no fear. It’s like pure joy when the angels take over. There’s no fear when you’re going home. It’s pure joy. She then recognized deceased family members. I saw my mom. I saw my dad. I saw my sister. I saw family members standing behind. I saw Saints of old. They didn’t look old. They didn’t look sick. None of them wore glasses. They looked like they were in their 30s. But yet, it says in the Scriptures we will be known as we were known. I knew them there in their new bodies. They looked wonderful.

Standing behind her parents, Charlotte saw an incredibly bright light. Standing behind my mom and dad was a light so bright I couldn’t look upon it. I mean it was so bright, but I knew, I knew it was my Heavenly Father. God then showed Charlotte something dark. God took me into hell. And I looked down, and the smell, and then rotten flesh, that’s what it smelled like, and screams. After seeing the beauty of Heaven, the contrast of seeing hell is almost unbearable. And He says, “I show you this to tell you if some of them do not change their ways, this is where they shall reside.”

Charlotte’s spirit returned to her body. I heard my Father say, “You have time to go back and share.” I felt myself being drawn into my body. I felt the pain, where I hadn’t felt pain. I felt the sorrow. Danny said that they had come running in and your eye blinked, and he said I knew then I was going to get to bring you home.

Charlotte recovered fully and was released after two weeks. She has shared her story ever since. People need hope. They want to know that there really is something out there. They want to know that everything’s okay. I have been privileged to bring people to Christ as He asked me to do. All the authority that He had, He has given to us in the name of Jesus Christ, not because of who we are. God promises us, He said, “If it were not so, I would have told you,” but He’s gone to prepare us a place. Heaven is more than you can imagine. I can look you square in the eye and tell you for sure, Heaven is real.

Thoughtful quote of the day: “Purity is the first and necessary condition for the proper development of man.” - Venerated Enlightened Master Beinsa Douno (Peter Deunov) (vegetarian)