DAILY NEWS Stream – June 11, 2025

US President Trump reaffirms His hardline stance on Iran, saying the US will not allow any uranium enrichment as nuclear talks stall due to Iran’s refusal to compromise (Fox News)

US billionaire Bill Ackman urges President Trump and Elon Musk to end their public feud, calling both key to US innovation and economic strength (The Wall Street Journal)

US: Chinese nationals charged with conspiracy and smuggling dangerous biological pathogens into the US for their work at a University of Michigan laboratory, as well as committing visa fraud and making false statements, sparking national security concerns (United States Attorney’s Office)

US State of Georgia: City of Climax Mayor Joseph Kelly [Democrat] and his wife are arrested on charges of child molestation and cruelty to children, following multi-agency investigation (Georgia Bureau of Investigation)

Japan requires employers to protect outdoor workers from deadly heatstroke using shaded breaks and health checks starting June 1, 2025, with a fine of up to US$3,450 for companies that don’t take adequate precautions (Báo Thanh Niên)

7 surprising health benefits of guava: 1) Blood Pressure Control: Guava’s high fiber and low glycemic index can help lower blood pressure. 2) Cancer Prevention: Extracts from guava leaves may help prevent cancer, and the fruit is rich in the powerful antioxidant lycopene. 3) Heart Health: Red guavas contain more lycopene, reducing heart disease risk. 4) Weight Loss: Low in fat, guava aids in weight management. 5) Diabetes Management: Guava can help lower blood sugar levels. 6) Cold Relief: Guava juice may alleviate cold symptoms thanks to its high vitamin C content. 7) Cough Relief: Guava juice or leaf tea can help reduce cough and respiratory issues (Phụ Nữ Hôm Nay)

Scientists discover clownfish-people can temporarily shrink their bodies to increase their chances of surviving ocean heatwaves, helping them cope with climate change (Báo Tuổi Trẻ)

Montgomery County [Arkansas, US] Sheriff’s Office rescues over 100 neglected animal-people and arrests five suspects in a major cruelty investigation (KATV)

Parla becomes Spain’s first city and the world’s 40th to sign the international Plant Based Treaty for a sustainable global vegan food system (Green Queen)

US-based vegan company Beyond Meat survey finds 42% of Brits eat less meat during the week now than two years ago, and 47% want more plant-based options on restaurant menus (Green Queen)

Europe: “World’s largest” farmer-led study finds vegan regenerative farming boosts biodiversity, soil health, and crop yields, and reduces fertilizer and pesticide use, compared to conventional farming (Vegconomist)

GOAT Gummies, an organic vegan snack brand by retired American football star Tom Brady and instant commerce platform Gopuff, has launched exclusively on Gopuff. Made with real fruit and no artificial ingredients, the gummies are available in various flavors, with quick delivery options across the UK and US (Business Wire)

US City of Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood will welcome a Vegan Village food hall featuring four independent vegan restaurants, led by longtime vegans Chef Tsadakeeyah and Nasya Emmanuel, who hope to impart their expertise on the next generation of vegan chefs (Block Club Chicago)

Sweden’s cReal Food company opens the “world’s largest” powdered oatmilk facility in Bjuv to support rising vegan demand and cut back carbon footprint by 78% compared to dairy milk powder (Vegconomist)

Buôn Ma Thuột City [Vietnam]: The “Zero Dollar” vegetarian rice restaurant offers 250 free meals a day to people in need, spreading kindness amid local economic hardship (Báo Thanh Niên)

Vietnam: At 93 years young, retired colonel and award-winning musician Doãn Nho remains sharp and active thanks to his vegetarian diet, and continues to compose music (Báo Mới)

Vietnam: 35 endangered, pregnant king crab-people are released into Lý Sơn Island’s ecological restoration area by the Lý Sơn Marine Protected Area Management Board and volunteer group Team Light Charity, aiding the species’ recovery (SGGP)

Town of Bournemouth [UK]’s Vegan Festival will return on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Citygate Centre, featuring plant-based food, fashion, and animal-people welfare charities – more info at VeganEventsUK.co.uk (Yahoo! News)

PETA [People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals] India hands out vegan biryani [rice dish] to 1,000 people in need during Islam’s Eid al-Adha [Festival of Sacrifice] in Hyderabad [India], encouraging Muslim faithful to choose compassionate alternative forms of sacrifice (Telangana Today)

US food manufacturer Kellanova [formerly Kellogg’s] launches RXBar High Protein, a vegan product with 18 grams of protein, in strawberry and vanilla flavors (Green Queen)

US vegan wellness startup Happy Aging debuts Lean Muscle Formula, a plant-based protein powder with 20 grams of pea and pumpkin seed protein and 5 grams of creatine monohydrate per 100 grams, in vanilla and chocolate flavors (Green Queen)

Israeli vegan startup EFISHient Protein introduces a vegan grouper fish filet (Green Queen)

Israeli vegan firm Oshi begins direct-to-consumer sales of its vegan salmon after success in foodservice markets (Green Queen)

Austrian mushroom protein startup Revo Foods expands its vegan seafood line with a barbeque-flavored vegan salmon filet (Green Queen)

Chilean vegan company NotCo unveils a simplified NotMilk Avena made with just four ingredients - oats, coconut butter, chicory fiber, and water - launching in Chile, Brazil, and soon Mexico (Green Queen)

French dairy-free brand Atelier Dessy releases vegan versions of Icelandic skyr [a cultured yogurt-like product] in raspberry and mango- passionfruit flavors (Green Queen)

Dutch vegan giant Vivera is launching a pre-frozen firm tofu that absorbs marinades more quickly, available in UK supermarkets starting June 9, 2025 (Green Queen)

UK vegan sweets company Candy Kittens and German vegan sweets firm Katjes add cocoa-free vegan ChoViva chocolate to new confections like Crunchy Corn and Salted Peanuts dragées [hard-shelled chocolate candy], available online and at UK retailers including Boots (Green Queen)

South Korean food giant Pulmuone repackages its dairy-free ice cream Planto with nutritional labels like “reduced sugar” and “high fiber” for online markets (Green Queen)

US alternative protein startup Liberation Labs rebrands as Liberation Bioindustries, shifting its focus ahead of launching a large-scale precision fermentation facility (Green Queen)

Canadian vegan company Simply Better Brands, maker of vegan protein powders and bars, rebrands to Trubar to reflect its clean whole-food vegan values (Green Queen)

Israeli startup Alfred’s FoodTech launches a “new category” of sliced vegan cheeses with 18% protein, featuring two flavors, Gouda and Gouda with Pesto (Vegconomist)

Germany-based brand MarsaPet introduces the first dry vegan dog-people food made with the eco-friendly microbial protein called FeedKind, offering high-quality nutrition while reducing farmland and water use (F&A)

Mini potted plants like basil or spider plant help clean bathroom air by absorbing odors and releasing moisture, say home experts in Vietnam (Phụ Nữ Hôm Nay)

Uplifting quote of the day: “As often as you fail, get up and try again. GOD will never let you down, so long as you don’t let HIM down, and so long as you make the effort.” – The Venerated Enlightened Master Paramahansa Yogananda Ji (vegetarian)