DAILY NEWS Stream – January 22, 2026

Egypt receives a second €1 billion EU [European Union] installment after meeting economic reform conditions, with the funding aimed at stabilizing the economy and supporting Egypt’s broader restructuring program under both EU and IMF [International Monetary Fund] frameworks (Arab News Japan)

The United States and the Dominican Republic deepen cooperation against drug trafficking as US Ambassador Leah F. Campos meets DNCD [Dominican Republic’s national anti-drug agency] chief Vice Admiral José Manuel Cabrera Ulloa to strengthen joint operations, intelligence sharing, and institutional capacity with support from the US DEA [Drug Enforcement Administration] and the US State Department’s INL [Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs] (Dominican Today)

Japan and ASEAN [Association of Southeast Asian Nations] agree to deepen cooperation on developing trustworthy AI [artificial intelligence], focusing on shared standards, culturally aligned AI models, and training young developers to strengthen regional growth and technological reliability (NHK World)

Jordan and Lebanon sign 21 cooperation agreements spanning energy, trade, investment, tourism, and other sectors, reaffirming their commitment to deepen economic ties and expand long-standing bilateral cooperation (Arab News)

Italy and Japan upgrade their ties to a special strategic partnership focused on defense cooperation, economic security, and securing critical mineral supply chains (VTV)

Until now, UK dual citizens could enter the UK using only their foreign passport, but from February 25, 2026 that changes: with limited exceptions, dual nationals must prove their British status to enter, meaning they will need a UK passport, an Irish passport, or a foreign passport with a Certificate of Entitlement [proof holder has the “Right of Abode” in the UK], or they will be denied boarding to flights to Britain (The Independent)

The UK government’s “Prepare” campaign offers straightforward advice to help households get ready for emergencies such as power cuts, severe weather, flooding or other unexpected disruptions. The recommended essentials include a battery-powered or wind-up flashlight (safer than candles), a battery-powered or wind-up radio to stay informed if electricity or internet fails, a portable power bank for charging phones, spare batteries for devices and any medical equipment, a basic first aid kit with items like plasters, bandages, antiseptic, sterile dressings, gloves and tweezers, hand sanitizer and wet wipes for hygiene when water is limited, bottled water (at least 2.5–3 liters per person per day for drinking, ideally 10 liters including cooking and basic hygiene), non-perishable ready-to-eat food along with a can opener, plus pet-person food and baby supplies like diapers and ready-made formula if needed. The idea is to keep everything in one easy-to-grab place, check and rotate items every 6 to 12 months, and adapt the kit to your household’s specific needs. Full details are available anytime on the official prepare.campaign.gov.uk website (Daily Star)

Thousands of Iranian tech workers in Silicon Valley [California, US] sign a petition urging urgent international support for protesters in Iran, calling for an end to the Islamic regime and endorsing exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi as a transitional leader (New York Post)

Uzbekistan begins training women as professional bus drivers through a UNDP [United Nations Development Programme]-supported initiative, following recent legal reforms that lifted long-standing restrictions and opened new employment pathways for women in the transport sector (Daryo)

A rare “rainbow cloud” appears over Nelson [New Zealand], with residents seeing vivid pink, green, and gold colors overhead (1News)

Rwanda deploys a contingent of military engineers to Jamaica to help rebuild infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Melissa, strengthening bilateral cooperation and supporting the island’s wider recovery and resilience efforts (Capital FM)

The UN [United Nations] warns that Sudan is facing a rapidly escalating humanitarian catastrophe and urges urgent international action as conflict, displacement, hunger, and collapsing basic services push millions into crisis (Báo Tin tức)

A Japanese company provides solar-powered modular homes for healthcare workers in Ukraine (Ureign), supporting reconstruction efforts and ensuring reliable living conditions despite ongoing power disruptions caused by the war (NHK World)

Ontario County [US] officials warn residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate sheriff’s deputies and demand bail payments, urging people to hang up, avoid sharing money or personal information, and report the call directly to the sheriff’s office (13WHAM)

A Reddit post from a puppy’s caregiver puzzled by him constantly rolling onto his back has sparked a wave of advice and expert input, with commenters and behavior specialists explaining that dog-people typically show their bellies out of trust, submission, comfort, or a desire for attention rather than fear (The Mirror)

Tips on how to use ginger properly:

+ Proper Storage: To prevent dehydration and flavor loss caused by low refrigerator humidity, ginger should be wrapped or frozen rather than left uncovered.

+ Minimal Peeling: Beneficial compounds like gingerol and essential antioxidants are concentrated in the outer layers; peeling too deeply discards these potent nutrients.

+ Fresh over Powdered: Fresh ginger retains volatile oils and aromatic compounds that are often lost during the industrial drying and grinding processes used for powdered ginger.

+ Immediate Use: Cutting ginger hours in advance leads to oxidation and the dissipation of aromatic volatile compounds once the surfaces are exposed to air

(Senior Facts Daily)

Peanuts are an affordable, nutrient-dense snack, with essential vitamins, minerals, and protein for kidney support. Rich in vitamin B3 (Niacin), they help reduce inflammation and aid in metabolic health. Additionally, their healthy fats lower cholesterol and improve heart health

(CLEANKIDNEYS)

Recent research reveals that lycopene-rich foods like tomatoes significantly reduce severe gum disease in seniors by two-thirds. Cooking tomatoes further enhances antioxidant absorption, offering a powerful, diet-based strategy to maintain dental integrity (SciTech Daily)

Torrential rains and severe floods fueled by La Niña that began in late December 2025 kill over 200 people across Southern Africa to date. Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and South Africa report massive casualties and crop destruction, with authorities warning of continued high-risk weather through February 2026 (The Watchers)

Eight people are dead following multiple avalanches across Austria’s Styria and Salzburg regions. Mountain rescue chief Gerhard Kremser said repeated warnings failed to prevent tragedies, underscoring severe avalanche danger in the Alps (Báo Tin tức)

One person is dead and 20 rescued after torrential rain triggers widespread flash flooding across New South Wales [Australia]. Emergency crews respond to 1,400 calls as submerged roads and rising waters force evacuations in Sydney (Báo Quốc tế)

A major polar vortex disruption triggers a severe Arctic outbreak across North America and Europe this January, bringing freezing temperatures and winter weather, while experts warn of a possible second, stronger outbreak in February for both continents (The Watchers)

A nationally scarce Red Bartsia Bee is discovered at Godrevy [UK] on the North Cornwall [UK] coast, indicating successful colonization following recent habitat restoration efforts (BBC)

New research shows that long-term, low-level exposure to the insecticide chlorpyrifos accelerates biological aging in fish-people, shortening their lifespan by damaging cellular aging markers even at concentrations below current safety standards (Earth.com)

Eskom, South Africa’s national electricity utility, and the Netherlands are launching the Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre in Mpumalanga [South Africa] to repurpose former coal-power infrastructure into a hub for clean energy-based horticulture, skills development and new agricultural economic opportunities (Lifestyle and Tech)

The African Union Commission congratulates Algeria on successfully launching the Alsat-3A Earth observation satellite, highlighting it as a major boost to Africa’s space capabilities and a valuable tool for sustainable development and environmental monitoring (African Union)

Advocacy group Veg Hub Zimbabwe spearheads a national shift toward vegan diets following its inaugural vegan conference. Founder Nelson Mapako (vegan) unites experts to promote sustainable food systems, urban gardening, and animal-people welfare through community-driven advocacy (Southern Eye)

Costco [membership-only warehouse club] in the US now stocks bulk vegan staples like oat milk, burgers, dairy-free ice cream, protein bars, and cashew-based cheese, signaling a major shift into mainstream grocery culture (VegOut)

Bodybuilders and vegan athletes drive tempeh’s viral growth as a high-protein fitness staple. The fermented soy protein supports muscle recovery and mineral absorption, outperforming processed alternatives for performance-focused diets (VegOut)

Twelve-year-old Zac Howells of Wales, UK, earns a police commendation after saving his mother’s life. When she suffers a stroke while driving at 96 kilometers per hour, Zac steers the car into a barrier and alerts emergency responders (Good News Network)

In Shanghai [China], a loyal dog-person named Ah Wang captures hearts by waiting outside his late caregiver’s home for weeks. Neighbors try to provide food, water, and warm clothing, but the canine friend refuses to eat and avoids strangers. After surviving freezing rains, the weakened pet-individual is rescued and stabilized. A kind neighbor now prepares to adopt him, drawing comparisons to Japan’s famous Hachiko (VnExpress)

The Saudi charity KSRelief launches a winter aid program in northwest Pakistan, distributing thousands of kits to vulnerable families. The initiative provides warm clothing and bedding across multiple districts to combat harsh seasonal conditions (Arab News)

Thoughtful quote of the day: “To have enough of enough is always enough.” The Venerated Enlightened Master and Philosopher Lao Tzu (vegan) (Taoistic)

I could hear from floating up, leaving my body, nurses were — their voices were elevated, and “Get the anesthesiologist,” and “She’s not breathing.” American spiritual medium Barbara Gail shares three near-death experiences involving encounters with Lord Jesus Christ (vegetarian), a being from Venus, and her father at what she describes as Heaven’s door. Barbara began communicating with the other side at age three, shocking her parents with messages that eventually saved their lives. Born with a heart condition called Wolf Parkinson White syndrome that caused 500 beats per minute, she never feared death because she already knew the afterlife was real. In 1988, Barbara had her first near-death experience when her heart condition became critical.

I was met by Christ. And He asked me ultimately, “Are you coming with me?” And I knew what that meant. I intuitively knew that meant I’m leaving. But I had a young child sleeping upstairs, and I felt, “Oh, I can’t have her wake up and find my dead body. It would traumatize her.” And so, I said no. But as soon as I told Him no and the pain started, I thought, “Oh, I made a mistake. Wait a minute.” And what He said is, “We will help you begin again.” And that’s what happened that first time. Christ and the whole team that loves me — and you have a team that loves you, too — helped me begin again. And it was one miracle after another.

Years later, in 2010, Barbara went to a restaurant and told the waiter about her deadly peanut allergy, but something was lost in translation. After unknowingly consuming peanuts, she went into anaphylactic shock and was rushed to the emergency room, where she experienced another near-death episode.

It was really serious. I was turning blue, and my God, I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. And again, I’m not advocating for this. I’m not saying do anything to create it, but my near-death experiences, every one of them, was a gift. And I got to see my dad. And my dad was the light of my life growing up. He was the compassionate one and the gentle and loving one. And when I saw my dad, he was standing like this, like his arms crossed above his solar plexus. And next to my dad, there were these double doors. And I’d never seen the doors before. Not in any of my out-of-body experiences or anything. Not for all the readings I’ve done for people. I never saw it that way. And the doors were ajar. And this light, this blazing white light, was coming through the doors. So here’s the light coming through the open doors. Here’s my dad. It didn’t get any better than that for me.

I could hear the doctors in the background. And again, I didn’t care. I raced towards my dad and the doors. But what happened was, as I got just close enough — this was really heartbreaking for me — the doors went from this to this, and they closed, and the light — I didn’t get to see the light — and my dad was shaking his head no. My dad telepathically was saying, “No, go back. Go back.” And I didn’t want to, but I also felt like, I couldn’t ignore what he was saying. So I turn around, I start coming back, but I am tenacious and persistent. And so my dad should have expected this. And I tried two more times. I tried. Because when I turned around again, oh my God, the doors were open. The light was shining through. Each time I got close enough, the doors closed, no more light was being shown, and my dad shaking his head. When I came back, I was depressed for weeks because I wanted to be just in this incredibly beautiful, peaceful place.

In March of a recent year, Barbara experienced another near-death episode during what was supposed to be a routine outpatient procedure. She had difficulty waking from anesthesia.

So, I wasn’t waking up, and it’s really — forgive me if I say this, but I love it. I love the feeling of, “I’m free. I’m out of my body.” I’m not advocating leaving before your time because every second you have here is important. You want to finish up, and you want to do as much as you can to get as much as you can done because you signed up for certain things. There are contracts and pacts and agreements that you said you would do certain work. So if you don’t know what it is, it’s really critically important you get in touch with that.

But, I could hear from floating up, leaving my body, nurses were — their voices were elevated, and “Get the anesthesiologist,” and “She’s not breathing,” and I was almost, “Oh, OK.” I just wasn’t concerned about it at all. And then I saw this very, very tall being of blue, white, light, and pink — and gorgeous. And I knew this was a male energy. And I was like, “Wow, who are you?” And I asked him who he was. And he said his name was Kraton. And he was from Venus. And he wanted to show me something. And he took me there. So, I went to a Venus that our scientists — we’re not allowed to see because we’re just not a peaceful enough people yet. And I saw the crystals and the colors and the love. It was extraordinary. And the reason I’m telling you this is because it’s so important for you to know we’re not alone.

Whenever we have a near-death experience, our vibration becomes in contact with higher frequencies. So you want to really be meditating daily with the intention, I am remembering everything that happened. Show me what I need to see. Tell me what I need to hear so I can fulfill everything I agreed to do when I came back here. If you’ve had a near-death experience, you know you didn’t take any money with you. You didn’t take anything with you but what’s inside. You’ve got to learn to like and love yourself. Self-acceptance. Once you see yourself as God sees you, nothing and no one can hurt you ever, ever, ever. (The Other Side NDE)