DAILY NEWS Stream – December 03, 2024

Ukraine: Over 6,000 deserters voluntarily return to military duty after President Zelenskyy signs law pardoning first-time unauthorized absences (Nghệ An TV)

Ukraine’s electronic warfare systems redirect Russian attack drones into Belarus airspace as Russian soldiers desert en masse in occupied Kherson region (Quân Sự Mở)

Ukraine to receive over US$28 billion in defense support from allies in 2025 (Quân Sự Mở)

Soviet-era Russian immigrant to the US and strategic military intelligence analyst Rebekah Koffler celebrates President Donald Trump’s election victory, praising the return to “truth, freedom and common sense” over authoritarian government control (Fox News)

Vietnam’s National Assembly bans e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products starting 2025, addressing public health concerns and protecting youth (VTV24)

Vietnam bans depictions of smoking in films and theatrical performances starting November 2025, with certain exceptions such as anti-smoking campaigns (Truyền Hình Đồng Tháp)

Vietnamese military brigade and locals are building a US$1.2 million resettlement area for the Mong people in Tà Han village, aiming to improve living conditions and bring stability to 25 Indigenous households by the end of December 2024 (VTV24)

UK House of Commons passes strict anti-smoking bill banning tobacco sales to anyone born after January 1, 2009, including e-cigarette restrictions; the bill’s next step is the House of Lords (HTV - Đài Hà Nội)

Extreme weather sweeps over East and Southeast Asia as deadly winter storms hit South Korea while floods kill dozens and prompt evacuations in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand (Thanh Niên)

Thailand and Malaysia face worst floods in decades, forcing evacuation of 240,000 Thai households and more than 106,000 Malaysians amid continuing heavy rains (VTC NOW)

Malaysia faces worst floods in decade: 122,000 evacuate, 4 dead as government deploys more than 80,000 emergency personnel across northern states (VnExpress)

Uganda: Death toll rises to 20 with over 100 missing after devastating landslide destroys 125 homes in Bulambuli district, displacing 750 residents (BSGGP)

Spain introduces paid climate leave of up to 4 days for workers during weather emergencies, following deadly October floods that killed 230 people (AFP)

Global plastic production projected to reach 736 million metric tons by 2040, with only 9% recycled, as nations gather in Busan [South Korea] to discuss legally binding treaty aimed at solutions (The Independent)

Analysis: Growing ancient grains and adopting biodiversity- focused practices could help farmers adapt to climate change, as traditional varieties show better drought resistance (Euronews)

At South Korea’s international plastic treaty talks, debates focus on capping production versus improving recycling, as experts argue reducing new plastic creation is essential for reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions (Euronews)

Research shows meat consumption fuels climate crisis due to high emissions, as researchers explore strategies to reduce meat-eating through menu changes and social initiatives (Bloomberg)

Teotitlán del Valle [Oaxaca, Mexico]: Two students develop low-cost water filter to help recycle 90% of water used for local irrigation and textile dyeing amid severe drought, winning a diploma of excellence earlier in 2024 at the Stockholm Junior Water Prize in Sweden (HTV - Đài Hà Nội)

Dutch urban experiment Oosterwold [Almere, the Netherlands] requires residents to use half their property for urban agriculture, creating a self-sufficient community of 5,000 growing their own food (The Guardian)

Researchers from McMaster University [Canada] develop biogel test using bacteriophages [viruses that infect bacteria] to detect bacteria like E. coli in fluids within hours, promising faster food safety testing (News Medical Life Sciences)

HappyCow’s top vegan- friendly cities for 2024 include London [UK], Berlin [Germany], and Los Angeles [US],

with the largest cities in Mexico and Vietnam joining the top 10 rankings (Vegconomist)

Germany: Elephant named Marie demonstrates advanced tool use by independently bathing herself with a water hose, showcasing complex cognitive abilities and self-learned techniques (Tuổi Trẻ)

Belgian food company Puratos partners with Canadian vegan company Burcon NutraScience to develop canola protein as egg alternative for bakery and patisserie sectors (Vegconomist)

London [UK]’s centuries-old Smithfield meat market and Billingsgate fish market to close by 2028 due in part to declining meat and fish consumption (Plant Based News)

Israeli vegan company Redefine Meat celebrates record UK growth, achieving 1,000th partnership with a British hospitality business and expanding globally with premium vegan steak products (Vegconomist)

Research shows oats are packed with healthy beta-glucan fiber and nutrients and can improve skin health, aid weight loss, and boost nutrition, particularly when eaten for breakfast cooked or overnight-soaked (Kenh14.vn)

Gấc fruit, also known as baby jackfruit or sweet gourd, is native to Southeast Asia and dubbed a “fruit from heaven” for its super-nutritious properties, containing 70 times more lycopene than tomatoes and 10 times more beta-carotene than carrots, and all parts of the plant are used in traditional Vietnamese medicine (Kenh14.vn)

Hà Tĩnh [Vietnam]: 96-year-old woman Ms. Tứ maintains impressive fitness routine, walking 7-8 kilometers daily and lifting 45-kg weights on a diet consisting mainly of rice and betel nuts (Doc La Binh Duong)

US President Trump seeks Gaza ceasefire and hostage release before taking office, Senator Graham [Republican] reveals after Middle East meetings with Saudi and Israeli leaders (New York Post)

Russia suffers “record 2,000 casualties in day” as Ukraine military chief Oleksandr Syrskyi vows to reinforce the eastern front (The Independent)

Putin humiliated as Kazakhstan’s President delivers speech in Kazakh rather than Russian at CSTO [Collective Security Treaty Organization] summit, signaling independence from Moscow as Putin and his team are left scrambling for translation devices (Dagens.com)

President Trump says He had a “very productive meeting” with Canada’s head of state at the President’s home in Mar-a-Lago [Florida], discussing solutions for immigration, trade, and fentanyl drug smuggling (Fox News)

Her Royal Highness Catherine, Princess of Wales, delivers her first Christmas message in letter ahead of Westminster Abbey carol service, subtly acknowledging her difficult year while focusing on love, kindness and hope (Sky News)

British Columbia [Canada] teen critically ill with H5N1 bird flu sparks concerns about ag-gag laws - legislation meant to hinder undercover journalists, activists and/or whistleblower activities in slaughterhouses and animal factories, enabling global pandemics to grow and spread (The Conversation)

California [US]: Raw milk company recalls milk again after second bird flu detection, as state investigates virus’s spread between dairy cows, poultry and humans (KTLA)

World Health Organization urges increased surveillance for H5N1 bird flu among animals in order to curb its spread (Reuters)

China’s fur animal raising operations raise pandemic concerns as researchers find 40 high-risk viruses amid cruel conditions for foxes and minks (ITV)

US reports whooping cough cases have surged to more than 25,000 in 2024, up from around 5,000 last year (Fox News)

Louisiana State University [US] faces backlash for displaying caged tiger named Omar Bradley at football game, as PETA files complaint against the cruel practice (Vegan FTA)

Botswana: Satellite data confirms toxic algae in watering holes, linked to climate change- induced drought, caused the mass elephant die-off in 2020 (The Independent)

US net zero policies could bring health benefits worth US$128 billion by 2035 through reduced air pollution, with greatest gains in central states, study finds (The Guardian)

Bournemouth University [UK] develops portable sensor to detect skin cancer through chemical compounds released by skin, aiming to improve early diagnosis (DPA International)

Ancient tree rings reveal “cataclysmic” Miyake solar storm hit Earth around 664 BC, with researchers warning a similar event today would devastate communications networks (Space)

University of Cambridge [UK] scientists develop electric cement recycling method utilizing arc furnaces, potentially reducing industry’s massive carbon emissions (The Optimist Daily)

Photo showing four bright lights above Capitol building in Washington DC [US] sparks UFO speculation on social media (The Tribune)

Farm Sanctuary CEO Gene Baur (vegan), who drives thousands of kilometers to save turkeys, invites Americans to adopt or financially sponsor the birds rather than eat them this holiday season (Fox News)

Global progress against dog and cat meat consumption highlights growing ethical awareness, with nations adopting bans, local initiatives, and international cooperation to protect animals (NewsWire)

Calcutta High Court orders West Bengal’s Bolla Kali temple [India] to discourage mass animal sacrifice during puja festival (LiveLaw.in)

Research finds older adults following vegan diets require 58% fewer medications than meat-eaters, with enhanced health outcomes across multiple measures (Totally Vegan Buzz)

Tribute to Princess, beloved sanctuary cow who became a surrogate mother to many calves in need, peacefully passing away among friends at age 15 at Kent [England, UK] Retreat Animal Rescue sanctuary (Vegan FTA)

Mockingbird Farm Sanctuary [New York, US] pays tribute to Sid the goat, who shared a 13-year friendship with cow Rem before peacefully passing at age 17 (Vegan FTA)

UK: Detective dog Ivor, a Cocker spaniel-labrador mix, achieves 89% success rate detecting tree-killing pathogen Phytophthora ramorum in roundbreaking first-of-its-kind dog trial (Sky News)

Danish vegan company KMC develops potato-based cheese ingredient Cheesemaker that promises improved stretchability and texture for vegan pizzas (Vegconomist)

Istanbul [Türkiye] vegan company Eat Vappy has pioneered nation’s vegan meat sector since 2017, creating first vegan sucuk and expanding product range amid growing market (Vegconomist)

Did you know: Throwing away orange and tangerine peels means wasting a “pharmaceutical treasure trove” of healthy compounds offering benefits from inflammation reduction to cardiovascular support; the peels can be eaten pickled, dried, cooked, or - in small amounts - raw (VTC NOW)

Research reveals wild mần trầu grass [Eleusine indica or Indian goosegrass] offers medicinal benefits including cooling and detoxifying, hair care, and digestive support through traditional Asian and South American use (KÊNH VTC14)

Study provides age-based jumping jack targets, with 25-year-old men aiming for 60-70 reps and numbers decreasing with age (Daily Mail)

Self-realizing quote of the day: “Our Essence of Mind is intrinsically pure, and if we knew our mind and realized what our nature is, all of us would attain Buddhahood.” – The Venerated Enlightened Master Hui Neng (vegan)

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