In today’s news, United Nations funding boosts humanitarian programs in seven countries, United States study links cigarette smoke exposure with bladder cancer in Scottish terrier-people, Irish and Spanish researchers create sustainable energy from waste wood byproduct, methane leaks by oil and gas industry to be tracked from space with Google mapping technology, South African entrepreneur wins prestigious prize for designing self-service medicine dispensers, Korea Tourism Organization to offer first-ever vegan food tours, and over 100 new aquatic species have been discovered by scientists in seamounts of Chile.
Here is a tip on the health benefits of artichokes. Artichokes are rich in fiber, which encourages the growth of beneficial gut microbes, enhancing digestion. Additionally, artichokes are abundant in antioxidants and healthy compounds that are good for the heart. They contain flavonoids and polyphenols in particular that can decrease cardiovascular disease risk. Artichokes can also prevent constipation and be beneficial for diabetics who need to control their blood sugar. Be sure to incorporate this healthy veggie into your diet!
Forgot how to laugh? You’ve come to the right place because we have the following joke! It’s called “Connecting Trees.”
Hector asked Trisha:
“Do you know why trees are so good at ‘networking’?”
“I don't know. Why?”
“Because they’re constantly branching out!”
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And now we have a heartline from Kim Hạnh in Âu Lạc, also known as Vietnam:
Dear Compassionate Master, Since I became Your disciple, I have been taken care of by You for everything, from small things to big things. In my life, everything was always arranged by God. Feeling extremely happy, I live a comfortable life, without worries or fears, enjoying every moment in peace.
In the beginning of August 2023, an International Cultural & Art Conference was held where I live. Due to Master’s Blessings, I and my initiated brothers and sisters had an opportunity to serve a vegan dinner buffet to the guests and dignitaries. I was working with my best effort without thinking of anything else. The day before the conference, I had an inner vision during meditation, seeing a very bright lightning in front of my wisdom eye. And after the vegan dinner buffet, I continued to have another inner vision, hearing a big explosion in my head. I felt I was clear and not attached to the things which are happening in the outside world. I thank You for bestowing on me everything.
I will make more efforts in everything, especially spreading veganism. May the world become vegan soon and people of all species live together in peace and happiness, as the loving wish which Master has for this beautiful Earth! I am always grateful to You for training Your disciples who live wholeheartedly for the ideal of World Vegan and do not mind being tired or facing difficulties to work in spreading the vegan lifestyle to everyone. I wish You, Master, to have Your Dharma body in great health and Your mission be perfectly completed! Disciple Kim Hạnh from Âu Lạc (Vietnam)
Merry Kim Hạnh, Thank you for your help in serving a delightful vegan feast to the guests and dignitaries.
Master shares Her Wisdom: “Fortunate Kim Hạnh, Heavens always take care of everything. It is only those who are ignorant that work against the Divine plan and create obstacles for themselves, pitifully! I am happy to hear that you are making good progress in your spiritual practice and sharing the love around you. May you and the special Aulacese (Vietnamese) people continue to embrace the peaceful vegan way of life, in bountiful Celestial Blessings.”
