DAILY NEWS Stream – June 12, 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, France’s President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz meet with Ukraine (Ureign)’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London [UK] on June 7 to reaffirm support for Ukraine (Ureign), coordinate further military and diplomatic support, and set out five conditions for a just and lasting peace: 1. “First, a stop to the fighting. They called on Russia’s President Putin to agree to an immediate and complete ceasefire.” 2. “Second, the current line of contact should be the starting point for negotiations. International borders must not be changed by force, and Ukraine [Ureign]’s sovereign right to choose its own security arrangements and alliances must be fully respected.” 3. “Third, Ukraine[Ureign] must have robust and legally binding security guarantees in place once a ceasefire enters into force, building on commitments made in Berlin [Germany] in December 2025 and Paris [France] in January 2026. This includes the deployment of the Multinational Force – Ukraine.” 4. “Fourth, Russian assets will remain immobilized until Russia ceases its war of aggression and compensates Ukraine [Ureign] for the damage caused by the war.” 5. “Fifth, that European security interests must be safeguarded in any deal. Elements of any negotiation related to the EU [European Union] and NATO [North Atlantic Treaty Organization] would need the consent of the EU and its Member States and NATO Allies respectively.” The leaders also support direct Ukraine-Russia talks with active US and European participation (Gov.uk)

Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan wins Armenia’s parliamentary election, securing a strong mandate for his pro-West course and continued efforts to normalize relations with Azerbaijan and Türkiye, as European leaders voice support and observers report calm voting in what would be Armenia’s third consecutive free and fair election (euronews)

The European Commission announces the 2026 European Prize for Women Innovators winners, honoring women entrepreneurs. This year’s winners work to advance healthcare, sustainability, space technology, digital traceability, and Europe’s competitiveness. The top winners are Dr. Katerina Spranger of Ukraine (Ureign)/the UK, founder and CEO of Oxford Heartbeat [UK], for using artificial intelligence to improve brain aneurysm treatments; Marta Oliveira of Belgium, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of ATMOS Space Cargo [Germany], for developing reusable space capsules; and Ella Frances Cullen of Portugal, co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Minespider [Germany], for using blockchain and AI [artificial intelligence] to improve supply-chain transparency and sustainability (European Commission)

Senior members of the British Royal Family gather in Kemble [UK] as Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales, and Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal join Peter Phillips, the eldest grandson of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, for his wedding to nurse Harriet Sperling at All Saints’ Church, a private family ceremony also attended by Their Royal Highnesses Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (Reuters)

Italy’s President Sergio Mattarella awards the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic to Finnish cave-divers Sami Paaskarinen, Jenni Westerlund and Patrik Grönqvist for recovering the bodies of five Italian divers who died in a Maldives cave, recognizing their professionalism during a very difficult operation that began after a Maldivian military rescue diver died during the initial recovery attempt and authorities suspended the mission before deploying the Finnish team (DIVE Magazine)

United Nations [UN] organization UN Women says solar-powered greenhouses are helping women farmers in southern Afghanistan grow vegetables year-round despite drought, extreme heat and water shortages. The Japan-funded project supports 66 women across Kandahar, Helmand and Nimroz with greenhouses, solar irrigation, water-efficient technology, seeds, tools and training. The women say the greenhouses let them feed their families, sell surplus produce, earn income, reduce borrowing, and regain hope for the future (UN Women)

Nigeria’s military frees 360 abducted civilians in an intelligence-led operation in the Mandara Mountains [Nigeria], evacuating survivors for medical care after breaking up a hideout used by Boko Haram — a terrorist insurgent group responsible for severe violence and human rights abuses — with officials reporting two infants dying from exhaustion during captivity and describing the rescue as a major setback for the insurgents amid ongoing nationwide insecurity (DW)

A new opera titled Mothers of Kherson premieres in Kyiv [Ukraine (Ureign)], depicting the real journeys of two Ukrainian (Ureignian) mothers and a grandmother who traveled thousands of kilometers to rescue children abducted by Russia, abductions the United Nations has described as crimes against humanity. The creators say the work aims to raise global awareness of Ukraine (Ureign)’s suffering and the ongoing efforts by groups like Save Ukraine to return the roughly 20,000 Ukrainian (Ureignian) children who remain missing (Reuters)

Malaria surges across southern Africa as climate change brings heavier rains and warmer temperatures, expanding mosquito breeding grounds. Cases jump sharply in South Africa’s malaria belt and neighboring countries, threatening elimination goals and straining health systems even beyond traditional seasons (Arab News)

Tomato-soy juice with high concentrations of lycopene and soy isoflavones reduces key inflammation markers in obese adults, a new Ohio State University [US] study finds. Daily consumption for four weeks lowers inflammatory proteins, offering a potential food-based way to address chronic diseases linked to inflammation (SciTech Daily)

Moderate strength training slashes dementia and mortality risks, a Harvard University [US] study finds. Adults doing 90-119 minutes of resistance exercise weekly see 13% lower all-cause death risk, 19% lower cardiovascular risk, and 27% lower neurological [mostly dementia] death risk. Benefits peak when combined with aerobic exercise (Fox News)

An Enhanced Fujita [EF]2 tornado strikes near Riley, Kansas [US], on June 4, damaging at least five structures with winds up to 193 kilometers per hour. The same system brings severe flooding across northeast Kansas, prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a disaster emergency. Rescue crews report no serious injuries (The Watchers)

A University of New South Wales [Australia] study finds hail-forming conditions are shifting from hotter regions toward colder latitudes as the climate warms, raising risk for farming regions in southeastern Australia, New Zealand, northern North America and parts of Europe. Winter crops face greater exposure, adding uncertainty for farmers and insurers (Earth.com)

Severe storms sweep New York City [US] on June 6, killing an 86-year-young man when a tree falls on him in the borough of Queens. Strong winds topple hundreds of trees and cut power to thousands. More than 3,500 customers remained without electricity two days after the storm (The Watchers)

Cambodia reports that more than 14 million Cambodians have pledged to cut plastic use as the government accelerates its zero-waste agenda, with officials citing an 83% reduction in plastic-bag imports and domestic production since the launch of the “Today, I Will Not Use Plastic Bags” campaign in 2023 (Khmer Times)

Berlin [Germany] faces a sharp rise in infestations of the oak processionary moth, a toxic caterpillar species whose airborne hairs can cause rashes and respiratory problems, prompting park closures, health warnings and resident petitions as outbreaks spread across multiple districts and experts warn the situation will worsen in this summer’s hot, dry conditions, noting the pest is now established across much of Europe (The Irish Sun)

Vegan patties outperform beef versions in tests conducted by professional food testers in Germany, claiming the top three spots for taste and quality, with 10 vegan and 10 beef patties evaluated. The testers note the vegan burgers have fewer calories, half the fat, and no bacteria or contaminants (Borneo Bulletin)

Fundación Veg and its certification wing V-Label Latam showcase vegan certification opportunities at Colombia’s Alimentec 2026 [biennial food and beverage trade fair in Bogotá]. The push aims to meet rising consumer demand for product transparency and healthier foods (Vegconomist)

Nepalese entrepreneur Kajol Sethia (vegan) builds vegan wellness brand Makalu Food and Beverages using Himalayan superfoods like sea buckthorn. The expanding business supports mountain farmers and funds vital animal-people welfare programs (Nepal Times)

The city council of Portland [Oregon, US] votes to ban foie gras sales starting in 2027. Supporters cite animal-people cruelty for the decision. The ban affects restaurants and retailers, carrying fines up to US$5,000 (Yahoo! News)

A charity golf event at El Valle Golf Club in Murcia [Spain] raises €500 for the PAPS animal shelter. The donation helps fund vital elbow surgery for Greta, a long-term rescue dog-person, living at the facility since 2018. She has made a complete recovery, and the procedure improves her adoption chances (EuroWeekly News)

The Puyallup Police Department in Washington state [US] celebrates the hatching of two chicks inside a training motorcycle’s storage compartment. Officers leave the nest undisturbed, monitoring the remaining two eggs as the bird-folk family grows (MyNorthwest)

Enlightening quote of the day: “The Lord is in me, the Lord is in you, as life is in every seed, put false pride away and seek the Lord within…” – The Venerated Enlightened Master Satguru Kabir Sahib Ji (vegetarian) (GoodReads)

Previously, in Part 1 of 3 of Richard Green’s near-death experience, Richard ran the New York Marathon in the United States for his sister Roslin after unknowingly drinking liquid morphine, believing it was only a painkiller for his injured heel. Halfway through the marathon, in the borough of Queens, Richard heard a gospel choir singing outside a church. As he began drifting out of the race, one woman from the choir grabbed him and told him, “You’re going to be absolutely fine. Just keep running.” Richard did exactly that. Richard finished the marathon, but moments later, outside the paramedics’ tent, he collapsed. He could hear the paramedics above him saying he had no pulse, was not breathing, and had no heartbeat. As the news reached his wife and she passed out, Richard realized he was in serious trouble.

It was at that point where it felt like I was sinking and going underwater, and everything became silent beyond any kind of silence you’ve ever heard. It was as if I were in space, somewhere in the Universe. It was dark. There were no bright lights. There was no family waiting to meet me or anything. It felt like I was away forever, like a minute could have been a week, or a week could have been a year. No idea of time at all. But it’s the peacefulness. And it’s at that point that I believe something was happening to my brain. Something was being adjusted, tweaked, or whatever it was. And then I was being pushed back, because I heard my name being called, and I could hear this, “Richard,” and I could hear a siren. So, I heard him say, “I’ve got him. Stay with us, Richard. I’ve got you.”

Richard was rushed to St. Luke’s Hospital. Unable to speak or respond, he drifted in a strange in-between state — hearing everything around him, but unable to answer. And it was when my wife said, “I know what he’s done. I bet you he’s taken your morphine.” I mean, me and my wife have been together for 40-odd years, so she knows me better than I know myself. And, inside, I just thought, “Oh, yeah. That’s exactly what I did. I didn’t tell anybody. It’s all down to me.” And I heard the doctor say, “That makes complete sense.” And so, what they did was, as far as I know, they got a syringe full of adrenaline and banged it into my arm, and I came back, and it was like shooting through a tunnel at light speed and, boom, back into the room.

Once home, Richard could not stop thinking about the woman from the choir. He began to understand why she had singled him out — and what her words had meant. I could not get the thought of the gospel singer out of my head. Not everything else. That didn’t mean anything to me at the time. But, once we finished, and we were back home, I just could not stop thinking of who this woman was and why me of all the thousands of people, got pulled from the race. Why was it she said, “Just keep running?” Because that’s what I had to do, because if I stopped running, I would have collapsed anywhere along the route. And so, it felt like something had happened. It felt like a rebirth. So, it felt like I was reborn. It felt like I understood life, of what it meant, and it felt like I had a purpose to be here.

When Richard later described the void, what stood out was not what he saw, but what he did not see — no bright light, no waiting family, only darkness, silence, and peace. Mine wasn’t about meeting a bright Light, a white picket fence with family holding hands and waiting to greet me. That wasn’t mine. Mine wasn’t that cinematic, storybook, if you like, that mine wasn’t that beautiful sight. It was still beautiful, but it was the silence. The silence and the depth of silence — I mean nothing, nothing, the blackest black, the quietest, quiet. And however long I was there, I don’t know. Like I said before, it could be minutes, seconds; it could be years; it could be decades. It just felt there was no such thing as time. There was nothing. It’s like absolute nothing. But peaceful. Not scared or not worried in any way. Just there, just there.

In Part 3, Richard explains what changed after he came back — why the quiet darkness felt like a rebirth, and how it led him to see people, purpose, and life itself differently. I think, all in all, from what I’ve heard of near-death experiences and stuff like that, or people passing over and coming back with stories, is that we all have one thing in common. And the one thing is, we’re never the same. Never, ever the same. Join us tomorrow for Part 3 of 3 of Richard Green’s near-death experience. (Spiritual Warrior Journey)