DAILY NEWS Stream – December 12, 2024

Syria’s outgoing Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali agrees to peacefully hand over power to the rebel-led Salvation Government after Assad and his family flee to Russia (Vietnam-Plus)

Mohammed al-Bashir, former Salvation Government Prime Minister in Idlib, is appointed Syria’s Interim Prime Minister, tasked with forming a transitional government during Syria’s critical rebuilding phase (Al Jazeera)

Türkiye’s President Erdogan pledges support for Syria’s rebuilding after Assad regime falls, announcing border reopening to facilitate refugee returns while preventing terrorism (Daily Wrap)

Syrian civilians discover Assad family’s over-the-top luxurious lifestyle while going through abandoned buildings, highlighting stark contrasts as the majority of the population lived in poverty under his rule (CNN)

Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk says overthrow of Assad in Syria shows Russia and its allies “can be defeated” in Ukraine and other conflict zones (Barron’s)

US President Donald Trump says Russia’s abandonment of Syrian Assad led to his downfall, adding Moscow never should have protected him in the first place and then lost interest because of a war in Ukraine that never should have started (France 24)

Kim Jong Un “furious with Vladimir Putin” for using North Korean troops as “cannon fodder,” incurring devastating losses in Ukraine amid poor training, language barriers and outdated equipment, reports Kremlin [Russia] insider (Irish Star)

North Koreans Had Enough – They Want To Go Home, as poor training, language barriers, and fear consume soldiers facing Ukraine’s fierce Kursk counter-offensive (The Military Show)

Ukraine’s 71st Brigade successfully repels Russian mechanized assault near Kursk [Russia] in Donetsk region through coordinated artillery, drone attacks, and infantry actions (60 Giây | Tinh Hoa TV)

Ukrainian marines launch powerful offensive against Russian armored vehicles near Kursk [Russia], destroying equipment and eliminating infantry while tanks spearhead breakthrough at Novomlyns’k [Ukraine] (60 Giây | Tinh Hoa TV)

Ukraine develops missile-hybrid drone capable of 700 kilometer/hour speeds and 700 kilometer range, doubling Western-supplied ATACMS missile capabilities (Thanh Niên)

European Union member states approve €4.2 billion payment to Ukraine as part of G7’s US$50 billion loan package backed by frozen Russian assets (Reuters)

Bangladesh and India’s foreign secretaries meet in Dhaka [Bangladesh] to repair relations amid tensions over a Hindu priest’s arrest and alleged minority attacks following Sheikh Hasina’s exile from Bangladesh (The Independent)

President Trump warns NATO allies that He will withdraw US from alliance if other members don’t increase defense spending above the agreed-upon 2% of GDP, citing US paying 70% of total budget (Tagtik)

President Trump vows to pardon many Jan.6 defendants on “Day One,” looking at “individual cases” of hundreds who face charges or were imprisoned by a “very nasty” justice system (USA TODAY)

President Trump pledges easier legal immigration while vowing mass deportation of illegal immigrants, saying he has “no choice” but to enforce the rules, regulations and uphold law and order, as well as plans to end birthright citizenship, a practice most NATO allies restrict or do not allow, on His first day in office (Tuổi Trẻ)

US tech billionaire Elon Musk warns Republicans against standing in President Trump’s way and pledges to challenge any who oppose President Trump’s government nominees, wielding influence through US$200 million super PAC [political action committee] and allies in key administration positions (AP)

Elon Musk criticizes Biden’s pardon of Hunter Biden as undermining the integrity of the United States (Báo VietNamNet)

World’s richest man Elon Musk warns US is rushing toward bankruptcy with US$36 trillion national debt and US$6 trillion spending in 2023, a problem he aims to address as Co-Commissioner of President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (Báo VietNamNet)

Analysis: US Efficiency Co-Commissioner Elon Musk’s newfound leadership in Washington could drive innovation, reduce federal spending by up to US$2 trillion annually, streamline bureaucracy, and tackle challenges like climate change and AI regulation, fostering transformative government reforms (Tạp chí VietTimes)

Elon Musk’s 2008 prediction of electric vehicles becoming mainstream transportation ##proves accurate as Tesla leads global electric vehicle market with 20% share and US$80 billion annual revenue. Some of the tech billionaire’s other predictions include reusable rockets transforming the space industry, global high-speed internet coverage thanks to his company Starlink and similar satellite networks, and AI [artificial intelligence] surpassing humans and posing a potential existential threat to humanity (TIN TỨC TỶ PHÚ)

President Trump’s holding company The Trump Organization signs US$1.5 billion development deal in Hưng Yên [Vietnam] for luxury hotels, 54-hole golf course and resorts, marking major entry into Vietnamese market (Việt Nam News)

US: After decades of denial, the Pentagon [Defense Department headquarters] finally admits it’s baffled by UFOs, as UFO analysis office chief Jon Kosloski admits several cases are left unexplained by experts (The Hill)

UK: Reports show King Charles has stopped eating red meat during cancer treatment, as former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond highlights his history of health consciousness and limited animal product consumption for environmental reasons (Plant Based News)

Sioux County [Iowa, US] receives disaster proclamation after bird flu detection in commercially raised chickens, mobilizing state resources (Dakota News Now)

Sioux County [Iowa, US]: Bird flu hits 4.3 million- chicken commercial flock, marking state’s first case in 6 months and bringing state’s total losses to 8.7 million birds in 2024 (The Gazette)

International study finds mosquito-borne chikungunya disease cost US$50 billion over a decade with 18.7 million cases in 110 nations, causing 13,000 deaths and 7.9 million chronic infections (The Washington Post)

AI [artificial intelligence] assists Vietnamese neurosurgery via intraoperative imaging, robot-guided operations, and surgical planning at 23rd Vietnam Neurosurgery Congress

in HCM City, demonstrating world-class capabilities (Báo Thanh Niên)

Thai singer Ping Chayada, 20, dies from blood infection and brain swelling after three neck massages, prompting warnings about dangers of improper massage techniques, especially those involving neck-twisting, and the importance of thoroughly vetting and researching massage parlors before (Thanh Niên)

European doctors report 12 cases of “werewolf syndrome” in babies exposed to hair growth drug minoxidil through parental skin contact, causing excess hair growth that recedes after exposure ends (VnExpress)

Doctors warn viral TikTok beauty trend of ice water face soaking can cause cold burns and skin inflammation, with only temporary benefits for pore tightening and no research demonstrating its effectiveness in rejuvenating the skin (Người Lao Động)

Mexico study reveals surprising shift in heat-related deaths, finding young people under 35 are far more vulnerable than older adults due to outdoor work and lack of heat awareness (MedicalXpress)

Mayo Clinic [US] researchers announce breakthrough cancer immunotherapy showing 75% complete remission rate in 110 treatment-resistant bladder cancer patients through targeted virus therapy (Người Lao Động)

Doctors in Phú Thọ [Vietnam] save comatose 16-year-old traffic accident victim using targeted hypothermia technique, also known as artificial “hibernation,” lowering the boy’s body temperature to 36.4ºC during critical treatment (VnExpress)

Philadelphia [US] Wistar Institute researchers develop promising ovarian cancer treatment combining beta-glucan and interferon-gamma molecules, showing tumor regression in preclinical trials (Good News Network)

Northern Vietnam faces severe cold spell as temperatures drop to 5ºC at Mẫu Sơn mountain peak, with intense, possibly severe cold wave forecast to arrive on December 12, 2024 (Báo Người Lao Động)

Bosnia’s Lake Jablanicko faces catastrophic drought leaving it almost empty and boats stranded far from shore, threatening power production and local tourism (AFP)

Vietnamese urban planners explore “green building materials” like solar-controlling glass and eco-friendly concrete to combat pollution and achieve sustainable development amid rapid urbanization (HTV)

Study reveals how ground squirrels survive 6-8 months underground without food or water by suppressing thirst signals in the brain and preserving body water through specialized hormone changes (VnExpress)

Scientists analyze Dawn spacecraft data, finding 11 organic-rich regions and underground energy sources on dwarf planet Ceres, suggesting potential for life in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter (Người Lao Động)

Dorset [England, UK]: 145-million-year-old fossilized cypress forest, thought to be the world’s oldest, was discovered in 2024 along 153-kilometer coastline, preserved by ancient bacteria in limestone formations (VnExpress)

Farming initiative in South Africa called Voiceout Deaf helps deaf people develop agricultural skills and find jobs, with deaf workers managing 10 greenhouses and supplying produce to local supermarkets (AP)

Vĩnh Long [Vietnam] farmers cultivate unique and fancy water spinach fields in Hồi Trinh village, creating mesmerizing aerial views with upward- growing stems resembling green flowers (Thanh Niên)

Four-year-old leukemia patient Elliott Hole delivers over 400 gift bags and advent calendars to three Kent [England, UK] children’s hospitals where he received treatment (Good News Network)

Studies show high-fiber, plant-based diets may delay multiple myeloma progression and reduce GI [gastrointestinal] cancer risk, with trial participants experiencing improved health markers and no cancer progression after one year (VegNews)

Wildlife lovers worldwide can vote for their favorite image in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award 2024, celebrating outstanding nature shots and raising awareness about wildlife challenges, with the top 25 photos taken in countries around the globe including Vietnam (Thanh Niên)

Kashmir animal welfare groups provide vital rescue and care services despite limited resources, with organizations like Animal Aid Kashmir and Stray World working to improve conditions (Kashmir Life)

Arlington [Virginia, US] Animal Welfare League [AWL] seeks holiday foster homes for pets during shelter construction, providing supplies and offering 50% adoption discount to foster families (WUSA9)

Vietnamese experts identify 13 cold-weather vegetables that thrive in winter conditions while providing essential nutrients and health benefits: Kale, Spinach, Tiny cabbage, Potato, Carrot, Rainbow cabbage, Yellow radish, Leek, Swedish radish, Cabbage, White radish, Beets, and Cauliflower (VnExpress)

Research suggests naming houseplants helps owners better care for them and feel less lonely, while talking to plants promotes faster growth and better health (The Optimist Daily) SupremeMasterTV.com/NWN Faith-validating quote of the day: “Do not fret, for God did not create us to abandon us.” – Michelangelo

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