DAILY NEWS Stream – December 2, 2025

Putin confirms a secret Russia-Ukraine (Ureign) meeting took place in Abu Dhabi [UAE] with an unexpected US representative present, adding that the US will send a delegation to Russia this week (VTV.vn)

The EU and Southern Mediterranean partner countries launch the Mediterranean Pact in Barcelona [Spain] marking the 30th anniversary of the Barcelona Process, which deepened cooperation between the EU and 12 Mediterranean countries/nations (baotintuc.vn)

The EU and South Korea strengthen their digital partnership, committing to joint research in semiconductors, AI (artificial intelligence), 6G (sixth-generation wireless), and quantum technologies (European Commission)

US President Trump criticizes Minnesota Governor Walz [Democrat] over immigration. The President says “Somalian gangs are roving the streets” while Governor Walz “does nothing, either through fear, incompetence, or both.” (Fox News)

US President Trump says His administration may slash or eliminate income tax entirely within the next couple years thanks to tariff revenue being so large (Reuters)

UK government welcomes a sharp fall in net migration, decreasing 69% in one year as fewer non-EU citizens arrive for work or study, but says tougher action is still needed, especially on illegal small-boat crossings (Japan Today)

Experts say Hala fruit is a tropical, fiber-rich food prized across the Pacific for its long-lasting carbohydrates, carotenoids, and vitamin C. Its natural plant-based compounds support digestion, immunity, and steady energy, while the fruit’s unique fibrous sections help promote gut regularity and satiety. Some traditional uses also highlight its soothing effect on the stomach and its gentle anti-inflammatory properties. Blend hala fruit’s soft segments into smoothies, simmer them into vegan soups, or dry and chew the wedges for a naturally sweet, nutrient-dense addition to a wholesome vegan diet (Slurrp)

Doctors say rice paddy herb (Ngò ôm) is a fragrant Southeast Asian herb packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and essential oils that support digestion, immunity, and respiratory health. Its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties make it a soothing choice for the gut and a flavorful addition to nutritious vegan cooking. The herb’s citrusy aroma also helps stimulate appetite and ease bloating. Add it to vegan soups, curries, hotpots, or fresh salads for a bright, herbal boost and a gentle lift for overall wellness (Specialty Produce)

Swedish study finds rising temperatures in Northern Europe due to climate change are causing moss spores to emerge three to six weeks earlier than decades ago (Earth.com)

Đà Nẵng [Âu Lạc [Vietnam]]: Mr. Lê Văn Hoàng discovers over US$1,800 in a donation bag while sorting relief clothes in Hà Nha and handed the money to local police, who returned the funds to their owner (24h.com.vn)

The Indonesian National Disaster Mitigation Agency delivers aid to North Sumatra [Indonesia] after floods and landslides killed over 116 people (Antara News)

India airlifts 12 metric tons of aid to Colombo [Sri Lanka] after Cyclone Ditwah caused casualties and damage (Sarkaritel.com)

The Thai government opens online registration for over US$250 in flood relief per person for southern provinces like Hat Yai [Songkhla] (The Nation Thailand)

K-pop [Korean pop] companies including Hybe Music Group APAC and i-dle donate hundreds of thousands of US dollars supporting Hong Kong fire victims (Yonhap News Agency)

US Marines rapidly deploy aid to the Philippines after twin typhoons Kalmaegi and Fung-Wong struck in November (Stripes)

German corporation Allianz directs up to €200,000 to help the Philippines recover after Super Typhoon Fung-wong in mid-November (Allianz)

The third Artists For Aid concert will be held on January 10, 2026 at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles [US] with all proceeds going to the Sudanese American Physician Association and the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund (Tribune)

I wanted to run, run towards them, and then something stopped me. And something said, “No, you’ve come this far already. You’ve learned so many lessons already. You have made a contract to do this.” Basically, “You have a mission to do. It’s time to go back.” Canadian hypnotherapist Pia recounts her near-death experience the night she drove off a cliff— and how her father’s spirit intervened to save her life.

Pia, formerly homeless and a recovering addict, had spent her life “going through everything you can think of.” While driving one winter night, Pia’s truck hit black ice and began to roll. She experienced time slowing dramatically, as well as a mysterious protective force. All of a sudden, everything went into slow motion, the whole truck. I stopped being panicky, and it was almost like I went into a very peaceful, Zen-like feeling. And what should have lasted seconds for the car to just roll, roll, roll right down the hill seemed to last 10 or 15 minutes. I could see cups and saucers and cutlery and everything just flying around in my car, and I could see the windshield break in half and come forward. But where I was sitting in the driver’s side didn’t move, and I felt like I was in a cage. And I remember as well looking down by my feet and there was a yellow light, almost like an orb. And I remember being very warm. It’s almost like I was just hovering there in the car and something was wrapped around me, and I knew that I was being downloaded with something.

Although the snow buried her car and hid it from passing headlights, Pia miraculously survived. I don’t know how I was able to climb up that mountain with six broken ribs and blood pouring out of my head. I was in shock, and the adrenaline I guess kicked in for me to save myself because nobody would have found me down there.

Later that night, as she lay in bed, Pia found herself journeying somewhere beyond. I saw trees ahead of me, and I was walking along a riverbed and it was all kinds of rocks. But it was hazy, like I saw a bunch of people up ahead in the tree line. It was almost like fog and people ahead, like lights. I wanted to run, run towards them, and then something stopped me. I didn’t see what stopped me, but I heard a voice. And I couldn’t go any further. And something said, “No, you’ve come this far already. You’ve learned so many lessons already. You have made a contract to do this. You’re almost there.” Basically, “You have a mission to do. It’s time to go back. And you’ll know what to do.” And that’s it. So I was sent back.

When Pia awoke, everything had shifted. I was a completely different person. I suffered from depression for so many years— the depression was gone. It was gone! My whole personality was different. Nothing mattered. I was so positive, and it was just like everything’s going to be fine. But the changes were overwhelming. Flooded with intuition, strange urgings, and a new identity, she eventually asked her angels to “slow things down.” She began to connect with spiritual churches, returned to school for hypnotherapy, and discovered her ability to channel messages, identify clients’ blocks, and facilitate healing— gifts that finally made sense of her hard life.

Pia later learned through spirit communication that her deceased father had intervened during the crash. My dad had died over 20 years ago, and that was my dad sitting behind me. He told me if he wasn’t sitting there, I would have broken my back. And that makes sense, because if I broke all my ribs, why wouldn’t I have broken my back? He sat there and saved me from that, because I would have been in a wheelchair or something. And he said he knows me, and he said I wouldn’t have done good in a wheelchair, and I would have given up, and I wouldn’t have done what I’m doing. Because I’m the kind of girl— if you know me, I wouldn’t do good in a wheelchair!

Emerging from the experience, Pia found meaning in her suffering, which she now recognizes as training for the soul. Where we are, this is a school, you know. We’re not from here, we’re from the other side. And our soul is here to grow. These are all lessons— these are all just lessons— and to just hold on and get through this. It makes you grow so much stronger. We’ve come here to experience these things. People get really stuck on that, and if they can learn to forgive and let go and accept so they can free themselves from that. And there’s always going to be more lessons, and then you just grow stronger and forward. (NDE Diary)

Motivational quote of the day: “Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.” — Margaret Mead American Anthropologist