DAILY NEWS Stream – June 26, 2025

Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, bringing an end to the “12 Day War,” says US President Trump (ABC)

The Israel-Iran ceasefire is in effect as both sides stop firing missiles (Al Jazeera)

Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar urges lasting peace between Iran and Israel, calling on the UN Security Council to reject violence and take action to enforce regional stability (The Africa News Network)

Vietnam condemns escalating violence in the Middle East, urging restraint and respect for international law, and advises Vietnamese citizens to avoid traveling to Israel and Iran (Khỏe Tự Nhiên)

Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei has reportedly gone into hiding underground as the US and Israel press Iran’s regime, presenting a clear choice: keep peace or face regime change (Tri Thức Mới)

Cambodia warns Thailand that if border gates remain closed, it will enforce several measures, including raising military alerts, halting Thai imports, cutting Thai internet connections, and stopping Thai broadcasts and films (Khỏe Tự Nhiên)

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is under pressure to resign after a leaked call with Cambodia’s Senate President angered Thai political parties. The Bhumjaithai Party’s exit from the ruling coalition could collapse the government and trigger early elections (Toàn Cảnh 24h)

Chinese lecturer who just returned from Vietnam says he is shocked by Vietnam’s rapid growth, vibrant and low-stress life, private land ownership, blend of tradition and modernity, and many cases of people thriving despite modest infrastructure (Bình Luận Đa Chiều)

UK “Memory Cop” Andy Pope can identify over 3,000 suspects using facial recognition skills, spotting criminals from grainy security camera footage and even masked faces, helping solve serious crimes (Good News Network)

New study links youth smartphone and social media addiction to increased risk of suicide, especially among girls (The New York Times)

US study lists 12 fruits and veggies with the most pesticide residue in 2025: Spinach, strawberries, kale, grapes, peaches, cherries, nectarines, pears, apples, blackberries, blueberries, and potatoes. Experts say buy organic to avoid harmful chemicals (Kenh14.vn)

A 94-year-young man shares 5 daily morning habits for long life: 1) Drink water first thing after waking. 2) Spend 10-15 minutes in morning sunlight 3) Do a 4-minute brain exercise (like solving a math problem, learning new words, or visualizing the day) 4) Perform gentle exercises like shoulder rotations and supported squats. 5) Eat a protein-rich breakfast (Senior Health Wisdom)

Experts share 5 foods to support kidney detoxification: 1) Drink Pure Water and Kidney-Friendly Drinks: Lemon water, watermelon juice, or herbal teas [basil, dandelion, ginger] to flush toxins. 2) Fruits and Veggies: Berries, apples, leafy greens, beets, and garlic reduce inflammation and support kidney health. 3) Legumes & Seeds: Beans, lentils, almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseed offer fiber, protein, and anti-inflammatory nutrients. 4) Healthy Fats: Avocados lower inflammation and support heart and kidney function. 5) Vegan Calcium Sources: Tofu, soy/almond milk, and seaweed help prevent kidney stones (Tin tức 24h)

Vietnamese retired doctor shares Five Golden Rules to maintain muscles after age 60 – no drugs, just easy habits: 1) Do light movements [like a 20-min walk] daily and 5-minute joint massages every night before bed. 2) Eat joint-friendly vegan foods rich in omega-3 and calcium, and that promote collagen formation; avoid sugar and fried foods. 3) Drink 1.5–2 liters of warm water daily for joint hydration. 4) Ensure deep sleep for joint repair. 5) Avoid overusing painkillers; focus on natural healing (60 70 80 sống khỏe)

Analysis: Signs of the Dharma-Ending Age rise globally, as Lord Buddha (vegan) foretold: morality has faded, the Five Precepts are ignored, false practitioners have risen to fame, and natural disasters are worsening. People must adopt a compassionate vegan lifestyle and listen to Maitreya [the True Savior]’s advice to survive the Great Reset that is coming (Học Pháp Chữa Lành)

Vietnam recently experienced 8 unusual natural phenomena, raising concerns of potential disasters: 1) UFO-shaped cloud over Bà Đen Mountain. 2) Sinkholes in Bắc Kạn. 3) Mud eruption in Hanoi. 4) Two moons in Tuyên Quang. 5) Light pillars on Cô Tô Island. 6) Split sky and tsunami cloud in Bình Dương. 7) Glowing red sea in Hạ Long. 8) Unseasonal floods and cold weather nationwide (Kính Lúp TV)

Study finds winter sea ice helps the Southern Ocean absorb up to 20% more carbon dioxide by shielding waters from the wind, stabilizing global weather (Phys.org)

Study finds the extinction of mastodon-people in South America still disrupts forests 10,000 years later, with many tree species now endangered due to the loss of these gentle seed-spreading giants (Earth.com)

US engineers find applying a mild electric current to coastal sand locks it together into a rock-like solid, offering low-cost, eco-friendly erosion control for coastlines worldwide (Earth.com)

Analysis: The bond between human and dog companions can help both of them achieve spiritual liberation – but only if it’s a relationship of unconditional love and non-attachment. Excessive attachment to a dog companion can trap a human’s soul with karma, while cruelty to dog-people causes suffering in this life and the next, as the abuser may go to hell or reincarnate as an animal-person (Hồi Hướng Tâm Pháp)

Buddhist monks and prophets say chanting the Buddha’s names with a sincere heart can help shield you in the midst of great disasters. Here is how to do it, according to the Pure Land Buddhist sutras: 1) Reciting the Name: Focus entirely on reciting Buddha’s name, like Nam Mô A Di Đà Phật, with a clear, undistracted mind to anchor thoughts. 2) Visualizing the Buddha: Visualize Lord Buddha (vegan) or the Pure Land [as detailed in the Pure Land Sutras] to maintain mental clarity and shield against delusions. 3) Contemplating True Form: Recognize the Buddha’s name as formless truth, merging with the eternal Buddha Nature beyond words (Học Pháp Chữa Lành)

Experts warn of four objects that must be taken down from the family altar promptly after making offerings to avoid misfortune and prevent bad energy from entering into the home: 1) Flowers: Should be removed within 6–8 hours after the ceremony, ideally before sunset, and disposed of in a clean place with a prayer. 2) Fruits: Remove within 4–6 hours; eat them with gratitude or bury them respectfully to preserve positive energy. 3) Rice and salt: Remove within 12 hours; rice can be scattered around the home for blessings, and salt sprinkled at entrances to ward off negativity. Do not mix them with trash. 4) Joss paper [gold paper/spirit money]: Must be burned 15–30 minutes after the ceremony, ideally between 5–7 PM, with clear prayers (Trí Tuệ Cổ)

Purifying quote of the day: “Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself.” – Suzanne Somers