DAILY NEWS Stream – September 20, 2025

US President Trump warns Hamas not to use Israeli captives as “human shields” in Gaza, calling it a “human atrocity” that would bring devastating consequences for Hamas (Aljazeera)

India cuts government sales tax to 5% on vegan foods like soy milk and mushrooms, aiming to counter US tariffs and boost its vegan sector that is projected to reach US$1.9 billion by 2030 (VegNews)

US forces kill 3 drug-terrorists in international waters near Venezuela in their second September strike against cartels linked to the Tren de Aragua gang (Fox News)

US President Trump encourages foreign companies investing in the US to temporarily bring in their experts to attract investment and train American workers to manufacture complex products such as ships, computers, trains and semiconductors (Fox News)

The White House [US] requests US$58 million in additional security funds from Congress to counter rising political violence, following conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination (Fox News)

US President Trump vows tougher immigration enforcement after a Cuban national is charged with brutally murdering a man in front of his wife and son in Dallas [Texas]. President Trump says the suspect is an illegal immigrant and should never have been released after prior criminal convictions and deportation attempts, blaming His predecessor Biden for enabling the tragedy (Fox News)

President Trump praises federal officials for cracking down on criminal migrants previously released due to Cuba’s refusal to accept deported nationals (Fox News)

President Trump proposes allowing US companies to report earnings twice a year instead of quarterly, saying it would reduce costs and support long-term business management (New York Post)

Japan is drinking less alcohol. Beer sales dropped 9% in August 2025 compared to last year. Nearly half of people aged 20–29 have never tried alcohol, and about 60% disapprove of after-work drinking, showing a major generational shift (Thanh Niên)

Doctors say potatoes provide vitamin C and potassium, boosting the body’s natural collagen production and muscle function. Eating them regularly as part of a nutritious vegan diet helps reduce cramps, support strong muscles, and improve recovery from soreness or stiffness. Enjoy them steamed, boiled or baked for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (Sức Khỏe Người Cao Tuổi)

Traditional medical doctors say cornsilk plantain tea acts as a natural diuretic, easing kidney pressure, flushing toxins, and stabilizing blood pressure through plant-based flavonoids and vitamin K. Simmer the cornsilk threads and dried plantain leaves gently for 10-15 minutes. Drink this tea regularly to support kidney and urinary health (Tủ thuốc tuổi già)

Nutritionists recommend sunflower seeds for strong eyes. Their vitamin E and selenium guard delicate eye cells against oxidative damage, while healthy fats improve absorption of nutrients essential for long-term vision health. Eat a handful daily as part of a nutrient-rich vegan diet for healthy vision (Hành Trình Khoẻ Về Già)

Cairo [Egypt]: A 13-year-old boy dies after eating three packs of uncooked instant noodles. He developed severe stomach pain and vomiting, then died on the way to the hospital from a digestive blockage. The tragedy has renewed warnings about the dangerous “Eat Ramen Raw” challenge on TikTok, where people crush and eat dry noodles (VnExpress)

Data shows Costa Rica spends ten times less on healthcare than the US, yet Costa Ricans live longer thanks to plant-based diets rich in beans and vegetables, daily exercise, less smoking, and strong community ties (VietNamNet)

The illegal gold trade has triggered a mercury mining boom in Sierra Gorda [Mexico], poisoning communities and the environment as impoverished miners risk their health to extract the toxic metal and drug cartels increasingly enter the trade (Food Manufacturing)

Âu Lạc (Vietnam): Floods in Khánh Hòa and Lâm Đồng wash red sand over highways and damage crops (VnExpress)

Southern areas of HCM CT [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)] are sinking rapidly due to excessive groundwater extraction and blocked natural drainage, increasing flood risks across the city. Similar issues affect Cần Thơ, Vĩnh Long, and Hậu Giang (Báo Tuổi Trẻ)

Dehradun [India]: A “cloudburst” thunderstorm triggers deadly landslides and flash floods, as experts warn that rapid urban growth and climate change are worsening these sudden, powerful storms (The Times of India)

A rare, intense hailstorm in Zhuoni County [China] floods farmlands and homes with thick ice layers, shocking residents and disrupting daily life and crop production (The Watchers)

Sabah [Malaysia]: Landslides kill seven; three are still missing (The Vibes)

Thailand: Flooding across 12 provinces killed 3 people and affected over 160,000 as heavy rains and swollen rivers threaten further damage (VTV)

Spain experienced its hottest summer since 1961, setting new records for both temperature and land burned as deadly heatwaves and wildfires intensify under climate change (Reuters)

Renewables are now the US’s second-largest energy source, supplying nearly 28% of power in early 2025. Solar power leads, generating more electricity than hydropower, geothermal, and biomass combined (The Cool Down)

United Arab Emirates researchers warn over 1.4 billion global online accounts are hacked every month. Risks include identity theft, scams, and privacy breaches. Officials urge stronger user awareness and safer app, data, and device practices (Báo Tuổi Trẻ)

Global vegan egg sales are set to triple by 2030, fueled by rising interest in healthier, plant-based options and concerns over poultry disease outbreaks (DataM intelligence 4 Market Research LLP)

Kenya: Police and animal-people welfare groups shut down a puppy mill and rescue 10 abused dog-people. The seller was arrested, and activists seek aid for treatment and raids to curb the illegal trade (Network for Animals)

Quảng Trị Province [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)]: Construction company Coteccons plants nearly 12,000 trees to restore forests and support Indigenous Chứt people with gifts, scholarships, and community aid (VTV)

US nonprofit International Fund for Animal Welfare rescues 11 dolphin-people stranded in shallow waters and tidal flats in Massachusetts [US] using satellite tags and veterinary care (NBC)

American hospice nurse Erica McKenzie shares how she died and met God, Who cured her eating disorder.

Erica battled bulimia— a disorder involving regular overeating followed by forced vomiting— from age 12, driven by self-imposed pressure to meet societal beauty standards. The struggle continued through college, marriage, motherhood, and her nursing career. Erica’s first job involved prescribing fen-phen, a narcotic diet pill to which she became addicted for nine years. The drug caused sleeplessness, erratic behavior, and severe breathing problems.

One night, after nearly suffocating, Erica’s husband urged her to rest at a hotel. Lightheaded and panicked, she fled her room without shoes or identification, fearing she would die in the bathtub. In the parking lot, a man nearly hit her but stopped. Seeing a Bible in his car, Erica felt a Divine sign to trust him. He took her to a church, where a pastor helped carry her inside. Erica was unable to recall her own name and struggled to breathe. The pastor asked if she believed in God. Erica affirmed, “I believe in God,” and with her final breath, she left her body.

Erica’s spirit rose to the ceiling, exhilarated and free, watching paramedics work on her body like a movie. She admired her body but realized it wasn’t her true self. An angelic presence blanketed Erica with love and guided her through a tunnel at supersonic speed, filling her with indescribable bliss, unbound by earthly senses. Then came God’s overwhelming presence, surrounded by stars in a galaxy-like expanse. Erica felt at home and telepathically communicated with God, Who answered her thoughts with love. God showed her a life review, starting from her birth, highlighting moments like losing her first tooth, graduating high school, and becoming a mother. Unlike her Christian upbringing’s expectation, God did not judge her; instead, He loved her. He replaced her fears with love and taught her that judgment is the opposite of love. Erica suddenly realized she had wasted so much time judging herself, leading to toxic behaviors like bulimia and addiction that caused her death.

God then gave Erica huge car-sized glasses, which Erica miraculously wore, revealing everything missing from her first life review. God explained that these were the things that mattered to Him. Erica saw overlooked moments of kindness, like the time she sang “Jesus Loves Me” to an elderly woman at a nursing home, who responded with deep love. Erica realized we often dismiss such moments as unimportant, yet they are what truly make a lasting positive difference.

She then saw bookshelves filled with unique gifts, and God explained He gave her patience and beauty at birth— not external beauty, but the beauty of her heart. This realization relieved her lifelong feelings of inadequacy.

Next, God showed her Earth engulfed in flames, with souls rising unscathed to Heaven. Erica felt relief, but God’s profound sadness for those left behind— souls who rejected the love connection through free will— moved her to comfort Him. God explained that the love connection fuels souls, and those who choose it ascend, while others remain behind.

Despite Erica’s desire to join the souls in Heaven, God stopped her, saying she must return with her gifts of patience and beauty, plus new gifts of knowledge and wisdom. He instructed her to listen quietly to others and use these gifts to change millions of lives. Before she could argue, Erica was pushed into a slow, dark tunnel filled with angry, hateful voices. Hands pulled at her, draining her life force, until she cried out to God, re-establishing the love connection, which lifted her above their grasp. She hovered over her body in the emergency room and was forced back into it, regaining consciousness.

After recovery, Erica began sharing her near-death experience and became a hospice nurse, helping others approach death with peace and emphasizing that every life and act of love matters (Coming Home)

Inspirational quote of the day: “You are of God, little children, and have overcome [the spirit of evil], because He Who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” — The Worshipped Son of GOD, Lord Jesus Christ (vegetarian)