DAILY NEWS Stream – July 18, 2025

US President Trump will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine and gives Russia a 50-day ultimatum to accept a ceasefire or else face 100% “secondary tariffs” on Russia’s trading partners (Al Jazeera)

Britain’s King Charles confirms He will host US President Trump for a historic second state visit this September, featuring royal ceremonies and a banquet.

President Trump is the first political leader in modern times to be invited for two state visits; past US presidents in their second term typically were invited for tea or dinner instead. President Trump said in response to the original invitation in April 2025, “It’s an honor…I’m a friend of Charles, I have great respect for King Charles and the family, William, we have really just a great respect for the family” (Sky News Australia)

US President Trump appears at FIFA [International Federation of Association Football] Club World Cup in New York City [US] on the one-year anniversary of the assassination attempt against Him. The President participated in the trophy presentation and handed out awards to the players and referees after Chelsea [UK] won the championship match against Paris Saint-Germain [France]. President Trump’s visit also highlighted the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States (Fox News)

President Trump says the “American spirit” triumphs over the “forces of evil” on the anniversary of the Butler [Pennyslvania] assassination attempt against Him on July 13, 2024. He said he believes God alone saved him that day to “restore our beloved Republic to greatness and to rescue our Nation from those who seek its ruin.” President Trump highlighted the name of Corey Comperatore, the rally attendee who was killed protecting his family during the event: “The world will never forget the tragic loss of Corey Comperatore, a firefighter, veteran, and devoted husband and father,” President Trump said. “When gunfire erupted, Corey did not hesitate to protect his wife and two daughters. He died a hero, and we are eternally grateful for his inspiring love, valor, and faithfulness” (Fox News)

UK: Four dead after a small medical plane crashes in a “big fireball” at London Southend airport, killing all passengers onboard. Officials are investigating the cause (ABC Australia)

Canadian study finds the H5N1 bird flu virus evolved rapidly between 2021–2024, making outbreaks more likely in key bird-people migration zones (MedicalXpress)

Thailand confirms 23 cases of fast-spreading COVID-19 variant XFG, with extra mutations possibly increasing its transmissibility and immune evasion (The Nation Thailand)

Arizona [US] confirms its first pneumonic plague death in nearly 20 years. The disease, once responsible for killing millions of Europeans during the Black Death of the 14th century, can still appear in rural western areas of the US (Fox News)

Dengue fever spreads quickly in HCM CT [Vietnam], with 6 deaths and a nearly 40% surge in cases compared to 4 weeks ago, prompting urgent health warnings as rainy season begins (Tiền Phong)

Hanoi [Vietnam] reports rising dengue fever with four new outbreaks, high-risk mosquito levels, and fears that the spread will intensify during the warm, wet season (Đài Phát thanh - Truyền hình Hà Nội)

US expert recommends warm baths between 36–41°C for best health effects; cooler water helps post-workout muscles and sunburn, while hot water [above 41°C] can irritate the skin (Thanh Niên)

US study links early childhood lead exposure to faster memory loss in kids, even at low levels, raising long-term brain health concerns (MedicalXpress)

US State of Michigan finishes replacing nearly 11,000 lead pipes in Flint, concluding activists’ decade- long effort to secure clean water (Good News Network)

Yale University [US] study confirms singing to babies significantly improves their mood and overall well-being (Earth.com)

University of Illinois [US] study shows toddlers who have trees, a sandbox, or outdoor toys/games before age two focus better at age four, and toddlers raised on a farm or with an outdoor porch manage their emotions more easily at age four. Parents are recommended to add a tree, keep a bucket of sand, or set out chairs on the porch, and step outside and play to benefit their kid’s development (Earth.com)

A massive new sunspot is erupting with explosive magnetic “bombs” and could spark radio blackouts as it rotates toward Earth this week (Space.com)

Western Washington State [US] faces 90ºF [32ºC] heat and wildfire risk amid drought, with officials urging protection for humans and pet-people during the next weeks of expected high heat (Komo News)

Severe western US drought persists in states like Utah, Nevada, and California, with experts warning climate change may force farmland to be abandoned (Newsweek)

South Korea now requires outdoor workers in extreme heat to get 20-minute breaks every two hours, after 9 deaths and nearly 1,400 heatstroke cases (VTV.vn)

Typhoon Nari makes landfall in northern Japan, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and landslide threats to Tokyo and northeast regions (Japan Wire by Kyodo News)

Lào Cai Province [Vietnam] landslide kills 2 and injures 3 after 2,000 cubic meters of earth buried homes (VOV.vn)

India is worried about China’s plan to build a huge dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River, fearing it could cause serious floods or droughts in Indian cities downstream. The new dam would be three times bigger than China’s Three Gorges Dam, which is already the world’s largest and has faced criticism for harming the environment (VietTimes)

Khrew town [India] suffers severe air and water pollution from cement factories, causing major health issues and environmental decline while locals’ pleas for help go unmet by the government (Ziraat Times)

Sweden bans bottom trawl-fishing in protected areas, including marine parks and nature reserves, and creates Nämdö Archipelago National Park, the country’s first marine national park in the Baltic— protecting one of the world’s most polluted inland seas (The Cool Down)

University of Manchester [UK] discovers the Earth’s layers beneath the North Sea are flipped “upside down,” with older rocks on top and younger ones below—likely due to an ancient earthquake (Daily Galaxy)

Japan’s wooden LignoSat satellite survived 116 days in orbit, proving eco-friendly wood can work in space and burn safely on re-entry (Dân Trí)

Taiwanese researchers develop indoor-friendly perovskite solar cells that reach 40% power conversion efficiency under fluorescent light, expanding solar use beyond daylight hours (The Cool Down)

Chinese solar company Longi sets a world record 34.85% efficiency on a tandem silicon–perovskite solar cell, pushing commercial solar power closer to its theoretical maximum of 35% (24h.com.vn)

Britain’s King Charles visits luxury vegan chocolate shop Fetcha Chocolates in Scotland and receives handmade sweets. When He met the founder Fiona McArthur (vegan) outside her shop, His Majesty said, “I’ve been hearing about your chocolates.” Ms. McArthur received widespread recognition in 2024 after supplying movie-themed chocolates for the Oscars gift bags, worth over US$170,000 at the time. The King’s visit aligns with His pro-vegan views, as He has a live-in vegan chef and often eats vegan to help the environment (Plant Based News)

Guyana President Irfaan Ali’s son Zayd raises over US$42,000 for animal-people welfare with his lemonade stand, donated equally to 8 charities including Hope for Animals and Tails of Hope. At the presentation ceremony, Zayd thanked everyone who supported the sale, saying, “I really need money for the animals…thank you to everyone that supported” (News Room Guyana)

Supreme Master Ching Hai (vegan): “Thankfully present the Shining World Compassion Award to Zayd Ali, First Son of Guyana President, plus a loving contribution of US$20,000 toward the further distribution for the loving care of animal-people in need for medical treatment and or some vegan treats. We are so touched and proud of you, my dear. May you, your loved ones, and your people be Blessed abundantly by God-Grace.”

Ukrainian surgeon Dr. Borys Todurov and his team brave Russian attacks to save a 12-year-old girl’s life, driving a child donor’s heart across Kyiv while bombs were dropping to perform a life-saving transplant (CNN)

Rhode Island [US] chooses compassion by banning cat-people declawing unless medically needed, joining other US states in protecting feline-people from painful unnecessary surgery (World Animal News)

German tourist Carolina Wilga, 26, is miraculously found alive after 12 days lost in the harsh desert of the Western Australian outback. Ms. Wilga had crashed her van, hit her head, and wandered away in a confused state deep in the Karroun Hill Nature Reserve. She has since recovered in the hospital, thanks her rescuers, and praises the kindness of the Western Australia community (Việt Giải Trí; ABC Australia)

US dog-person Superman survived the recent Texas flood alone after his human companion’s death and has become a symbol of hope to inspire others thanks to animal-people rescue teams Austin Pets Alive! and Kerrville Pets Alive! sharing his story online (The Holidog Times)

New Mexico [US]: Animal-people rescue team Española Humane saves a mother dog-person named Iris from starvation. She arrived at their shelter with her puppies, who were plump and thriving, meaning she gave them everything she had. Iris has since recovered and begun meeting team members with a smiling face and wagging tail (KRQE)

Mississippi [US]: A family dog-person protects a 3-year-old boy from a wild animal that attacked him in the woods. Both him and the boy were hurt. The dog is recovering, and the boy is stable after surgery (WDAM/Gray News)

US charity Lucky Dog Animal Rescue rescues 18 puppies from the streets of Ponce [Puerto Rico] and brings them to the Washington DC metro area to search for forever homes (FOX5DC)

UK dog-person Jimmy is rescued by firefighters after 11 days trapped down a four-meter well in Corby [England], surviving likely by drinking water until firefighters heard his bark (BBC)

A New Jersey [US] family rescues diamondback turtle-people from storm drains using fish nets. Mother Evelyn Kidd has kept up this tradition since she was as kid, rescuing thousands of baby turtles, and is now teaching it to her kids (The Cool Down)

UK: Three young lynx-people illegally abandoned in Cairngorms [Scotland] are rescued and taken to Highland Wildlife Park after a two-day effort by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (NewsBreak)

California [US]: Young woman named Kaitlyn rescues an abandoned kitten she found while jogging on the roadside, takes him home, and names him Sam (Tag24)

Alaska [US] commuter Portia Duke notices a lost kitten trapped alone between the train tracks at Willow Station and returns the next day to rescue her, naming her Willow after the station (Good News Network)

Ancient wisdom teaches that eating rice properly can promote health and long-life. Here are 8 simple habits to follow: 1) Eat Slowly and Chew Thoroughly + Chewing slowly aids digestion, calms the mind, and improves nutrient absorption. 2) Eat Moderate Amounts + Stop eating when you’re 70% full to support digestion and maintain energy balance 3) Pair Rice with Greens + Combine rice with leafy vegetables and seaweed for balanced, cleansing nutrition. 4) Choose Clean Rice + Buy organic, unprocessed rice to minimize toxins and nourish the body. 5) Eat with a Calm Mind + Avoid stress or distractions during meals to enhance digestion and inner peace. 6) Eat Dinner Early + Finish dinner before 6 PM to align with the body’s natural rest cycle. 7) Use Small Bowls + Smaller portions in modest bowls help prevent overeating and promote mindful eating habits. 8) Eat with Family + Sharing meals fosters connection and creates positive energy that supports health and harmony (Huyền Cơ Cổ Nhân)

Uplifting quote of the day: “Let us try to see things from their best side: You complain about seeing thorny rose bushes; I rejoice and give thanks to Heaven That thorns have roses.” – Alphonse Karr