DAILY NEWS Stream – November 8, 2024

Sweden announces €9 million aid package to Ukraine that includes two ships and 40,000 protective masks and respirators (RBC Ukraine)

Health-conscious mothers rally behind President Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign promises to reform the food and pharmaceutical industries under the slogan “Make America Healthy Again” (Sentient Media)

Yorkshire [England, UK]: Bird flu outbreak confirmed at poultry operation as government raises risk level (Reuters)

Southwest District Health [Idaho, US] becomes first health board in the country to ban Covid vaccines, due to health risks (The Telegraph)

England [UK]: Norovirus cases surge 41% in two weeks as new GII.17 variant becomes the dominant strain, threatening increased pressure on the National Health Service [NHS] (GBNews)

US: Deadly McDonald’s E. coli outbreak linked to burgers hospitalizes 90 victims across 13 states, with one death so far (Daily Press)

Scientists discover major reason why red meat causes cancer, as iron in red meat activates the telomerase enzyme that leads to uncontrolled cell division (Local12)

UK mouth cancer cases surpass 10,000 annually, rising 133% in 20 years, as survivor shares story of life without a tongue (Sky News)

Study shows “forever chemicals” in tap water, food wrappers and shampoo damage gut bacteria and reduce kidney function, potentially explaining the rise of disease in young people (Daily Mail)

Study finds ammonium nitrate in industrial fertilizers is linked to poor learning and memory in kids, as fine particles emitted from large-scale farms and animal factories bypass the blood-brain barrier, impacting neurocognitive function (Neuroscience News)

Greece restricts sheep and goat movement until November 8, 2024, after sheep pox outbreak infects 146 animals, while experts warn of rising zoonotic disease threat (Ekathimerini.com)

Australian study suggests toddlers who watch screens for more than 14 hours per week face higher risk of autism (Daily Mail)

Research reveals regular physical activity significantly slows aging among type 2 diabetes patients, with just under 10 hours of exercise per week yielding optimal results (News Medical)

UK Parliament considers bill that would ban cigarette sales for anyone born after 2009, alongside new restrictions on vaping and outdoor smoking (AP)

Jordan becomes first nation in the world to eradicate leprosy, gaining official recognition by the World Health Organization after two decades without locally acquired cases (Good News Network)

University of Regensburg [Germany] study shows morning and evening exercise [around 8am and 6pm daily] could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%, more than any other exercise schedule studied (TAG24 NEWS)

Research reveals 2-3 days of moderate exercise weekly enlarges brain volume, particularly in regions like the temporal lobe and hippocampus, protecting against neurodegenerative diseases (Good News Network)

Valencia [Spain]’s health minister warns of epidemic risk from “dangerous” stagnant floodwaters after devastating floods killed 217, prompting tetanus vaccine rollout and strict safety measures for cleanup volunteers (Manchester Evening News)

Public health experts warn of fatal blood infections and disease outbreaks in flood-ravaged Valencia [Spain], urging strict precautions for cleanup volunteers (GB News)

A record 48 US states face drought conditions, with over half the country in moderate-to-severe drought during what may be Earth’s warmest year on record (The Independent)

Paying the price of climate change, Louisiana [US] faces an insurance crisis as companies exit market following extreme storms and remaining insurers raise rates up to five times higher (France 24)

Did you know: A typical burger may contain meat from over 100 cows, underscoring the ethical and environmental issues of mass meat production (CWH)

Germany’s chick-killing ban has unintended consequences as male chicks are sold to Poland and Ghana, raising concerns about animal welfare (DW)

California [US]’s BirdReturns program pays rice farmers to create temporary wetlands, boosting migratory bird populations along Pacific Flyway migration route (The Optimist Daily)

Dominican Republic reforests a fifth of the country in just 10 years through community-driven reforestation efforts in the Yaque River basin led by nonprofit coalition Plan Yaque (The Optimist Daily)

Electric motorcycle “Roam Air” completes historic 6,000-kilometer journey from Nairobi [Kenya] to Stellenbosch [South Africa] powered completely by solar energy collected by a support vehicle, demonstrating Africa’s promising renewables- powered future (One Green Planet)

Australian researchers develop satellite technology to detect beach plastic debris from space, enhancing cleanup efforts (Space)

New South Wales [Australia] planning guide shows how solar farms can boost biodiversity by creating native habitats beneath panels, acting like artificial reefs for land-based ecosystems (Good News Network)

Norwegian architect Margit-Kristine Solibakke Klev designs innovative wooden home-within-a-greenhouse, enabling year-round food production even in harsh winters (Boing Boing)

Brazilian researchers discover new quarter-inch flea toad in Brazilian Amazon rainforest, making it the world’s second- smallest known vertebrate (Good News Network)

Japanese researchers launch world’s first wooden satellite into space with the goal of paving the way for humans to plant trees and build houses on the Moon and Mars (Sky News)

Northern Macedonia: Proposed Criminal Code changes would increase penalties for animal cruelty in alignment with global trends, with sentences up to five years for severe cases (Telegrafi)

Pine City [New York, US]: State lawmaker proposes “Peanut’s Law” requiring a 72-hour waiting period before euthanizing sanctuary animals seized by the state to give adequate time for sanctuary operators to respond, arrange veterinary care, and appeal (WTM)

Taipei City Animal Protection Office opens 16 adoptable dog parks across Taipei [Taiwan], as city aims to become more pet-friendly with one in four households having pets (TVBS)

Sinwol-ri [Korea] declares itself the country’s first “vegan village,” aimed at educating young people and tourists about the vegan lifestyle and promoting plant-based dietary shifts within the community (Vegan News)

Anti-firework petition with 1 million signatures is delivered to the UK government, aiming to restrict private firework use to specific holidays to protect animals and vulnerable humans (Plant Based News)

Warrington [England, UK] animal shelter urges public to consider silent fireworks or light shows for Guy Fawkes Night, citing stress fireworks put on pets (Warrington Guardian)

UK healthcare leaders back Plants First Healthcare Campaign to make hospital food plant-based by default, potentially saving British hospitals £74 million annually (VeganFTA)

Animal rights activists in Thiruvananthapuram [Kerala, India] hold a “Face the Truth” demonstration highlighting animal exploitation across industries (The Hindu)

PETA launches the “Give Birds a Break” tour with first stop at a grocery store in Vermillion [South Dakota, US], featuring a hyperrealistic turkey transport truck with recorded distress calls to discourage Thanksgiving turkey purchases (PETA)

Humane Society International and Institute for Animal Welfare of Quintana Roo train 77 professionals in Quintana Roo [Mexico] in animal rescue and cruelty prevention to enhance locals’ skills and preparedness in response to animal welfare emergencies (Humane Society International)

Study shows a 50% shift to plant proteins could reduce Thailand’s greenhouse gas emissions by 80% and create 1.15 million jobs by 2050 (Green Queen)

Documentary “Christspiracy,” by Cowspiracy directors Kip Andersen and Kameron Waters (both vegans), debuts globally, examining religious teachings on animal welfare through seven-year investigation across Rome, Jerusalem, and the US (Vegconomist)

Dehydrated senior Chihuahua rescued from canal in Phoenix [Arizona, US] while stranded on shopping cart finds new home in Youngtown [Arizona] (Good News Network)

Noble-hearted quote of the day: “I can be an example to show it’s possible, and it’s more motivation for me to work harder, have better results, and tell my story how eating plant-based foods made me better and made me feel better too.” – Hong Kong fencer and 2024 Olympic gold medalist Vivian Kong (vegan) (vegangreenplanet)

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