DAILY NEWS Stream – March 15, 2025

Foreign ministers of Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, and Türkiye urge the West to lift sanctions on Syria after they met with Syria’s top diplomat in Jordan’s capital Amman (AP)

UK and Ireland announce deal to connect offshore windfarms, reduce barriers to trade, and boost energy cooperation (The Guardian)

The EU asks Vietnam to respect free speech and association and release those jailed for peaceful expression during UN Human Rights Council meeting (VOA Tiếng Việt)

US tech billionaire Elon Musk says the destructive protests against his electric car company Tesla are being funded by Democrat billionaires, including George Soros, Reid Hoffman, and several others, working through the infamous ActBlue donation platform (Tinh Hoa TV)

Bhutan launches national strategy to eliminate gender-based violence by 2028, by promoting gender equality, transforming social norms, and empowering survivors (Kuensel)

UK: Prescriptions for ADHD [attention deficit hyperactivity disorder] rose 18% yearly since the COVID pandemic began, new study finds (BBC)

Pan American Health Organization [PAHO] warns of rising measles cases in the Americas, with deaths reported in Argentina, Canada, Mexico, and the US (Prensa Latina)

Analysis: We now live in an “information-obese” world that is overloaded with information, harming our focus, memory, and mental health. Successful people manage it by limiting their intake and prioritizing quality. To stay healthy, track your info consumption, set limits, and take regular breaks from digital content. Less noise leads to clearer thinking and success (gwyn.)

Study finds brewing tea can remove harmful heavy metals from drinking water, making it safer to drink. “Brewing tea for longer periods or even overnight – like iced tea - will remove most of the metal or maybe even close to all of the metal in the water,” says lead author Dr. Benjamin Shindel (Euronews)

Widespread damage in Mozambique after being hit by Cyclone Jude, leaving people homeless and without power (Africa News)

IQAir report says most people are breathing polluted air, with only seven countries meeting world clean air standards in 2024: Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Estonia, Grenada, Iceland, and New Zealand. Meanwhile, the following countries have the most polluted air: Bangladesh, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, India, and Pakistan (Africa News; Euronews)

California [US]: Toxic algae is harming more and more sea lions and other marine mammals, causing brain damage; climate change worsens algal blooms, straining rescue efforts (The Guardian)

South Africa lost 420 rhinos to poaching in 2024; dehorning and anti-poaching efforts reduced deaths, but challenges remain (World Animal News)

Almost 1 million computers were infected in December 2024 because of harmful ads on illegal streaming sites. Hackers tricked people who accidentally clicked on the ads into downloading bad software, which could steal their bank info, Microsoft warns (CafeF.vn)

New York City [US] schools’ plant-based lunch program has cut carbon emissions by 42%, promoting healthier kids and planet with vegan options daily and all-vegan Fridays (WSP)

New York City [US] bodegas [corner stores] serve vegan eggs due to chicken egg shortage nationwide (PIX11)

Australian teenager Jenna Smith fosters animals and donates supplies to help hundreds of pets in need (NBN News)

Vegan Fashion Week brings together ethical, forward-thinking designers at the 6th Annual Golden Hour Fashion Show in Los Angeles [US] (Discover Los Angeles)

Insightful quote of the day: “Only Heaven can grant success.” – The Venerated Enlightened Master Mencius (vegetarian)