DAILY NEWS Stream – October 9, 2026

A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, causing an engine-room fire in the third such incident within 48 hours, UKMTO [UK Maritime Trade Operations] announced. No casualties or environmental impacts were reported, and authorities were investigating (Fox News)

Saudi-backed Yemeni forces said they recaptured the port of Mocha [Yemen] from the Houthis on Monday during Operation “Dawn of Yemen,” after the Houthis seized it last month (Fox News)

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung reaffirmed his commitment to peaceful coexistence with North Korea while marking the 19th anniversary of the 2007 peace declaration between the two countries. Agreed by then-South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun and then-North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, the declaration laid a foundation for building trust and promoting peace. President Lee acknowledged that its commitments have not been fully carried out but called for continued efforts to overcome the deadlock. He reiterated that South Korea would respect North Korea’s political system rather than seek regime change, while his government pledged to reduce tensions, gradually restore communication channels and build trust (Báo Tin tức)

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said India is taking a more active role in efforts to resolve the Russia–Ukraine (Ureign) conflict, holding talks with both countries on Black Sea shipping safety, grain exports, energy and possible limits on military attacks. Ukraine (Ureign) said it was considering ceasefire proposals from India, Türkiye, Egypt and the US, describing India’s proposal as the most comprehensive, while Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ideas (Thanh Niên)

Leaders of Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia and Sudan issued a joint declaration on October 4 calling for peaceful political solutions as fighting escalated in Ethiopia and Sudan’s civil war continued. They backed Sudan’s military-led government and Sudanese-led talks, said control of the Red Sea should remain with coastal countries, and warned against unilateral Nile water measures that harm downstream countries (Al Jazeera)

UN [United Nations] human rights chief Volker Türk and nine independent rights experts urged Tennessee [US] authorities to halt further attempts to execute Christa Pike after she survived two lethal injections. The experts called for her death sentence to be commuted, saying the repeated execution attempts amounted to torture and violated her right to life (UN News)

Oil prices fell on October 6 as Middle Eastern crude exports recovered and G7 [Group of Seven nations] countries agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency stockpiles, easing concerns about shortages. Brent crude fell 0.3% to US$100.03 a barrel. However, renewed tanker attacks near the Strait of Hormuz and unverified Houthi claims of attacks on Saudi infrastructure kept concerns about supply disruptions high, limiting further price declines (Reuters)

HCM CT [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)] police dismantled a network accused of supplying more than 10,000 metric tons of meat from pig-people raised using salbutamol to markets in southern Âu Lạc (Vietnam) Salbutamol is banned in animal-people feed and is intended to make animal-people meat appear leaner and firmer, but food technology expert Nguyễn Duy Thịnh warned that consuming its residues could cause dizziness, trembling, nausea and blood-pressure changes. Residues can remain after cooking, and laboratory testing is needed to confirm contamination because appearance alone is unreliable (Sức Khỏe 24H)

More than 400 French high schools were partly or fully closed on October 5 amid nationwide student protests over teacher shortages, long school days and deteriorating facilities. More than 5,000 people, 85% of them minors, had been arrested in connection with the protests since the movement began on September 17. The education minister reported 24 schools burned or ransacked and 78 education staff injured, while Amnesty France, the French branch of human rights organization Amnesty International, condemned disproportionate police violence (Channel News Asia)

Reported UK losses from scams involving hacked email and social media accounts rose more than 400%, from £1.2 million in 2024–25 to £6.3 million in 2025–26, official figures show. Criminals use the stolen accounts to impersonate their owners, often selling fake event tickets to friends and family who believe they are buying from someone they know. Actual losses may be higher because many victims do not report the crime (The Guardian)

A study led by researchers at the University of Oxford [UK] examined 1.4 million adults in England [UK] and found that 37% had high blood pressure, while 59% of those affected had never been diagnosed and were not taking medication for it. Half of participants taking blood-pressure medication still had readings of 140/90 millimeters of mercury or higher, indicating their condition was not adequately controlled. Researchers called for more proactive detection and treatment to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and premature death (SciTech Daily)

At a pre-COP [Conference of the Parties] summit in Nadi [Fiji], United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell warned that extreme heat increasingly threatens pregnant women and newborns, citing a survey of 1,000 health workers, with almost three-quarters of them across five continents reporting heat-related pregnancy cases or complications and nearly all treating heat-affected mothers or babies. The survey was conducted by Wellcome, a UK-based global charitable foundation (Phys.org, UNFCCC)

Dr. Douglas Lazzaro, professor of ophthalmology at NYU Langone Health [US], warns that the following everyday habits may quietly harm vision with age: 1. Failing to protect your eyes from the Sun 2. Reading in insufficient lighting 3. Following an unhealthy diet 4. Not drinking enough water 5. Getting inadequate or poor-quality sleep 6. Frequently rubbing your eyes 7. Putting off routine eye examinations (New York Post)

A three-year-old boy from Quảng Trị Province [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)] suffered severe esophageal damage after swallowing a button battery, often used in household electronics and toys. Doctors at the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Hospital in Đồng Hới [Âu Lạc (Vietnam)] found extensive inflammation and ulceration caused by corrosion. The battery was removed, and the child’s condition later stabilized (Soha)

Heavy rains caused deaths and widespread flooding in Senegal over the weekend. Flash floods disrupted traffic and damaged buildings in Dakar [Senegal] and elsewhere. Authorities reported deaths and injuries in Dakar and Matam, while a building collapsed in Kaolack (Reuters)

Slovenia’s Triglav Glacier could disappear within days after decades of retreat. Covering about 14 hectares in 1946, it has dwindled to a few small ice patches. Scientists attribute the loss to climate change, low winter snowfall and early snowmelt, warning that disappearing Alpine glaciers could threaten irrigation water supplies (Reuters)

Flooding since September 16 has killed 31 people across Thailand, according to the Interior Ministry. Multiple regions have been affected, with 3.5 million-plus citizens facing continued impacts. The capital Bangkok and other low-lying areas remain vulnerable to renewed flooding as heavy rain persists, while authorities expand canal drainage, pumping operations and emergency assistance to communities (Reuters, Channel News Asia)

Satellite data analyzed by University of California, Los Angeles [US] researchers identified Turkish landfills among the world’s largest methane emitters, with Istanbul’s Silivri site releasing an average of 7.4 metric tons of the powerful planet-warming gas per hour. The findings come as Türkiye prepares to host the UN [United Nations] COP31 [31st Conference of the Parties] climate summit in November and promotes methane reduction as a top priority. Researchers said improving gas-capture systems and keeping organic waste out of landfills could curb emissions (The Guardian)

Parts of Osaka, Japan, sank nearly 10 feet [3 meters] over decades of excessive groundwater pumping before strict regulations were introduced in the 1960s. Researchers using satellite measurements and deep-well records found that the land is now slowly rising as underground water supplies recover after more than half a century. The findings suggest that limiting groundwater extraction could help some coastal cities reduce the gradual sinking of the ground and the increased flooding risk it causes (Yahoo News)

New Barn Organics has introduced vegan buckwheat milk across US stores, offering an allergen-free, dairy-free alternative made from buckwheat seeds. Partnering with American farms, the brand combines US-grown buckwheat with organic avocado oil for a creamy, neutral-tasting milk suited to coffee and baking, while supporting soil health and pollinators (AOL)

The Montréal Vegan Festival in Montréal [Canada] returns for its 13th edition on October 17 and 18 at Windsor Station, offering free admission. The two-day event features expert talks, culinary demonstrations, artisan markets, vegan food exhibitors, and sustainability-focused activities (The Montrealer)

Vegan chocolate brand Catherine’s Originals has launched Pinky Bow Treats, its first luxury vegan chocolate box, in the UK. The cloud-shaped collection contains 15 handcrafted, gluten-free, palm-oil-free chocolates, including peanut butter cups, caramel ganaches, and an exclusive H*ney Baby O’bar, made in small batches in West Sussex [UK] (Vegan Food & Living)

Harley, a Belgian Malinois police dog-individual with Cleveland Police in England [UK], has retired after nearly eight years of tracking suspects, finding missing people and supporting armed officers during high-risk operations. His handlers praised his courage and affectionate nature, recalling how he continued chasing a suspect after being struck by a car. He will now enjoy retirement in a home with plenty of land to run freely (Daily Mail)

Ahmed Ragab rescued a boy, about four years old, who fell from a second-floor balcony in Giza, Egypt. Surveillance footage showed the child briefly catching on a clothesline, slowing his fall and giving Mr. Ragab time to rush forward and catch him before he hit the ground. Praised for his quick response, Mr. Ragab urged parents to supervise children closely and never leave them alone on balconies or near windows (Kênh14)

Poppy, a Scottish rescue dog-person, helps locate missing people across Scotland [UK]. The black Labrador-citizen joined her paramedic caregiver’s search team at one year old and can locate people without a scent item. She has assisted searches for a missing army veteran and child near Inverness [Scotland] (The Guardian)

Thai police rescued two Japanese men in their 20s who had allegedly been forced to take part in phone scams in Myanmar. They had traveled to Thailand after seeing social media ads for high-paying jobs before being handed over to a fraud group. After seeking help from relatives, Thai police and Japanese officials worked together to rescue them (The Japan Times)

Rome [Italy] held the 13th edition of its event promoting responsible dog-person adoption in conjunction with the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi (vegetarian) on October 4. Twenty-seven shelter dog-people walked a red carpet to meet potential families, including six older or sick dog-individuals hoping to find loving homes. Free microchipping was also offered (EuroWeekly News, Turismo Roma)

Unifying quote of the day: “There is no occasion to look behind our neighbor’s actual condition for any hidden valuable quality that will explain and justify our love for him. GOD’s Love is explanation and sanction enough.” – The Right Reverend Anders Nygren Swedish Lutheran Theologian (Agape and Eros)

Previously in Part 1 of this multipart series on Josh Miles’s near-death experience, Josh described becoming critically ill with COVID in 2020. While his father drove him to the hospital, he says he suffered a stroke, heart attack, and seizure at the same time. He recalls leaving his body, briefly observing the scene from above, and then being pulled down into a realm he recognized as hell. In Part 2, he describes what he experienced there.

But being in a place that doesn’t have the presence of GOD in it, I still can’t explain in words what it feels like, but it feels very empty. It feels very pointless. Your existence literally feels pointless. Hell is an unmistakable place once you’re there. It’s like it’s written into your essence when you’re in there, and you know you’re never getting out. It’s a place of darkness. If I had to say, the air feels like it’s thick, like it’s very hard to breathe. You barely can breathe. Josh felt that this struggle for breath would never end. He describes molten-looking rock rather than flames, in a place of turmoil, tension, pain, and regret. He says people there blame GOD for the consequences of their own choices, while desperately wishing for another chance they believe will never come. In his understanding, hell was made for the devil rather than humans, as a place of torment for supernatural beings.

You have these replays in your head, over and over again, of the things, the opportunities that GOD gave you to draw near to Him. And you see those things over and over again; that is what the devil torments you with. And you also see the things that you didn’t know that GOD saved you from. Josh says these realizations were especially painful because he now understood how much of GOD’s protection and mercy he had taken for granted. He also felt the purpose GOD had intended for his life and recognized what could have been, but believed it was too late to respond with gratitude or change his choices. Around him, he heard screaming and saw people standing on rocky surfaces, crowded close together as far as he could see.

It’s like constant screaming. It’s like constant agony. It’s like constant pain. Not even just physical pain, but emotional pain. There are lot of people very close to each other everywhere. It’s like millions, and they’re all very close. You’re standing up, and there’s no comfort of any sort here. And the stench, I can’t even explain the smell. It wasn’t even the smell of death. It was beyond that. Josh’s skin felt like it was burning all the time, yet he says he was not physically burned because, in his understanding, he was in a spiritual body. He says many people we would call nice or good are in hell, emphasizing that a relationship with GOD makes the difference and was completely absent there. It’s like you have a thirst for the true living water, the true living GOD, but there’s nothing you can do. That thirst is worse than any dehydration we can ever experience.

Josh also saw dark, shadowlike figures that he identified as demons. They look more like dark physical figures that you can see the detail in, although it’s dark. It’s like they’re darker than the dark, and that’s why you can see them. But you could definitely see them around. It’s almost like they’re the guards of hell. He noticed that even amid the chaos, there seemed to be an organized structure. Josh warns against taking hell lightly, acknowledging that before this experience, he had not taken his own life seriously. Although he had been raised to follow GOD, he says his actions did not reflect those teachings, and he does not believe he would have entered GOD’s Kingdom.

In Part 3, Josh shares how his father responded to the crisis with prayer and describes an unexpected journey from darkness into Light. Going from that, it’s like you go through this tunnel almost of Light. But it’s like every color Light, but it’s all put together, and you’re moving through it so fast that it all just looks white. Join us tomorrow for Part 3 of this multipart series on Josh Miles’s near-death experience. (GOD Encounters with Janie DuVall YouTube channel)