[0:11]Buenos dias and happy Friday, everybody. I'm Isabelle Rosales, and Forcoy Wire. And I'm so excited to be with you for another episode of the best 10 minutes in news. We have a lot of important stories to tell you about today, so let's get right into it. We begin with an update on the war in Iran and the impact it is having on some of the country's most important cultural sites. Iranian state media says that in the nearly four weeks since the war began, US and Israeli strikes have caused extensive damage to at least 100 museums, mosques, and other historic buildings. The Minister of Culture has strongly condemned the attacks and the strikes and says that they've even damaged several of the country's UNESCO heritage sites. That includes the 400-year-old Golistan Palace in Tehran, which suffered extensive damage following nearby strikes. The main concern for us is the resilience of these structures, especially given their age and historical fragility. US Central Command says it has not deliberately targeted civilians and the Israeli defense forces says measures have been taken to minimize collateral damage that could damage these cultural sites. But UNESCO officials are warning that the escalating violence could impact more sites throughout the region. We have communicated all the geographical coordinates to all the parties so that everyone is aware and and that this world heritage site should not be subject to any attack. Now to a huge update in the world of women's sports. All eyes may be on the NCAA tournaments, but the biggest breakthrough this week was at the pro level. The WNBA and its players union announced that they have reached a new agreement that promises to forever change the league. The collective bargaining deal is expected to greatly increase player salaries, which is an issue that had been at the center of ongoing negotiations. The players union opted out of their previous deal nearly 18 months ago, claiming player salaries were not reflective of the league's explosive growth in popularity. This new deal will increase player salaries and team salary caps by, listen to this, more than 400%. It will also pave the way for million-dollar players for the first time in the league's 30-year history. Now, both sides still need to finalize details of that deal before a final vote, but it's expected to be done well ahead of next month's rookie draft. Speaking of rookies, a quick programming note. The 2026 Naismith Girls High School Player of the Year has just been announced. Kate Harring from the Marri School in Atlanta was honored this week just after she committed to UNC Chapel Hill. And Coy just got to play a little one-on-one with Harbring, where they talk about what it's like to be a student athlete and how to even balance it all out. We'll bring you that story next week, so be sure not to miss it. It's time for 10-second trivia. What brain chemical is most commonly associated with feelings of happiness and reward? Is it glutamate, dopamine, adrenaline, cortisol? Well, if you said dopamine, big smiles. Studies show that you can instantly trigger a dopamine release by listening to your favorite music, getting some sunlight, petting an animal or even splashing cold water on your face. Today is the International Day of Happiness. And in this next story, one country is finishing first again. For the ninth straight year, Finland leads the World's Happiness Report, setting the gold standard for good vibes. But in other parts of the world, happiness is actually declining, and researchers say social media may be a factor. Here's Scout Richards with what's boosting well-being. In the world's happiest country ranking, one place keeps coming out on top. Finland is still the happiest country in the world, but in some parts of the world, happiness is falling. Gallup just released its annual World Happiness Report and for the ninth year in a row, Finland ranked number one. Iceland and Denmark are right behind it, and Costa Rica hit the highest ranking ever for Latin American country, fourth. The US didn't even make the top 20. In fact, for the second year in a row, no English-speaking country crack the top 10. The rankings are based on years of surveys from more than 140 countries, looking at things like income, social support, life expectancy and corruption. But this year, researchers pointed to another factor that could impact happiness among young people, social media use.
[5:04]They say it could be contributing to falling happiness among young people, particularly those spending five hours or more a day on social media. And it's not just how much time people spend, but how they use it. Messaging and staying connected is linked to higher well-being, while endless scrolling and algorithm-driven feeds are tied to lower life satisfaction. So, no matter where you are, a little less screen time could do some good for your well-being. This Women's History month, we've been spotlighting some of the lesser known trailblazers who created positive change in our world. Today, we're introducing you to Jung Quan. She is the director of a historic Buddhist temple complex in South Korea, which, by the way, is an accomplishment in its own right as male monks vastly outnumber nuns in most Buddhist colonies. But Quan has gained world-renowned appreciation for her cooking and innovative ways of encouraging people all over the world to eat a more plant-based diet. Check this out. This is the home of Buddhist monk, Jong Kwan. She's putting the spotlight on Korean temple cuisine, where food is deeply connected to spiritual practice. We practitioners eat vegan, vegetable dishes to acquire a clear and pure mind. I have been sharing this message with people around the world.
[6:36]When I met Jeong Kwan for the first time, I thought she was a genius. I was so surprised at how she could make such a variety of dishes out of one food group: vegetables.
[7:01]I think food is the chain that connects mental energy and physical energy.
[7:10]The process of creating something out of nothing, making food by obtaining ingredients from the mountains, farming on the fields, and seasoning the ingredients, is the same as religious practice. And I think almost 70% of enlightenment comes from eating. The monk hopes the chefs bring some temple cooking philosophy home with them and reimagine it in new ways. Chefs express their experiences and themselves through fine dining.
[7:49]I'd like to bring together Korea's temple food with the world's top culinary culture.
[8:06]Today's story getting a 10 out of 10. One musically gifted family is proving that talent can span generations. And in this case, all the way to one of the world's most iconic stages. Preparing to take the stage at Carnegie Hall is the Brinton family of pianist. At the center is Sally Peterson Brinton, a Juliard trained concert pianist who has passed her passion for music down through her family. Listen to this. Seven children and dozens of grandchildren. Playing is a spiritual experience for me. 15 family members are now set to perform together, turning a shared passion into a full family ensemble. I feel like we owe it to share our talents, to develop them, to contribute that to our children as well. It's a performance built on more than talent, shaped by family, support, and years of practice. All right, superstars. I've got time for two shout-outs on this Friday. Starting with Miss Carton at Ascent Academy in West Jordan, Utah. Thank you so much for subscribing to our YouTube channel. And next up, Mr. Ingram's class at Bartonville Public School in Bartonville, Illinois. Thank you guys so very much for this super chic beaded purse. Look at this. This is so cool. And I'm sorry to tell you, Coy, I'm not giving this back. I'm going to keep it. Well, hope you guys all have an amazing weekend. I'm Isabelle Rosales, and Estaz mirando CNN 10.
