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Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. More than 1.5 million refugees from Ukraine have crossed into neighboring countries in 10 days.  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that the U.S. is preparing new sanctions targeting Russia.  Russia’s Ukraine conflict, big inflation report will keep the stock market volatile in coming week.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. Street fighting broke out in the center of Kharkiv as Russian troops entered Ukraine’s second-largest city. Putin orders his country’s nuclear deterrence forces on high alert.  Germany announces $100 Billion defense plan and policy shift. Ukraine's resistance stops Russian forces. EU, U.K., Canada, U.S. Plan to Cut Some Russian Banks From Swift.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is progressing as missiles struck the capital city of Kyiv this morning.  Putin says he will commence dialogue once Ukraine surrenders. Moscow is feeling financial repercussions as Russian stocks crashed and the ruble hit a record low against the US dollar.  President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was “target No. 1.” He also said that at least 137 Ukrainians, military and civilian, have been killed.  Thousands of Russians protested the invasion. More than 1,300 people were arrested.  Biden expected to nominate Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The U.S. will release 50 million barrels of crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, the White House said.  With just a few days to go before Thanksgiving, Covid-19 cases are on the rise across the US.  The Biden administration is weighing sending military advisers and new equipment including weaponry to Ukraine.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Millions of American drivers have acutely felt the recent surge in gas prices, which last month hit their highest level since 2014.  In Austria, which is averaging 10,000 cases a day, a lockdown begins tomorrow.  The House approved the sweeping social policy bill after weeks of negotiating. Elizabeth Holmes returns to the stand in the Theranos trial.The 37-year-old founder of the failed blood testing start-up spent only an hour on the stand before the court closed on Friday. Where is Peng Shuai? questions about the whereabouts of the tennis player, after accusing of sexual assault a former vice premier.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  "Respectful and straightforward." A "healthy debate." That’s how officials described the virtual summit between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping.  The US intelligence community is struggling with an intelligence blind spot as it continues to monitor irregular Russian military movements near the border with Ukraine.  WalMart and Home Depot top earnings estimates

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A $1 trillion infrastructure bill is heading to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law.  Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched in Glasgow to call for urgent climate action. A federal appeals court in Louisiana temporarily blocked the Biden administration’s Covid vaccine mandate for large companies.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Nonfarm payrolls increased by 531,000 in October, beating the estimate of 450,000.  The unemployment rate fell to 4.6%, a new pandemic low and better than expectations.  Global warming could be kept to 1.8 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels if all the pledges and promises made at the COP26 summit in Glasgow are kept.  Pfizer says its Covid pill with HIV drug cuts the risk of hospitalization or death by 89%.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  After more than a year and a half of intense economic stimulus measures, the Federal Reserve is finally -- gently -- applying the brakes on bond buying and other economic supports.  At least 20 countries have agreed to end financing for fossil fuel projects abroad in a deal that’s expected to be announced today as part of the COP26 summit in Glasgow.  Democrats are trying to glean lessons from this week's big races to take into the midterm elections next year.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. World leaders exchanged promises and deadlines at the first full day of COP26 talks in Glasgow.  US voters will head to the polls today to decide a series of races and policies that will test the national political landscape a year into President Joe Biden’s administration, and a year before the all-important midterm elections.  West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, has said he is not ready to vote on the Democrats’ $1.75 trillion spending bill.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Happy Halloween.  At least 89% of vaccinated American adults will qualify for coronavirus booster shots.  American Airlines canceled hundreds of flights this weekend , citing weather and staffing shortages. China and the United States are the world's two biggest greenhouse gas emitters. Alec Baldwin answered questions about guns on set and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Biden works with legislators to wrap up negotiations on his domestic spending priorities, he’s made it clear some sort of climate deal needs to be done.  California's governor has issued an executive order to address the shortage of truck drivers and container storage.  Former President Donald Trump is launching his very own social media network.  Red Sox loose, one game away from elimination; Celtics loose in opener.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Vaccine opposition is causing division everywhere from schools to police forces.  The death of former Secretary of State Colin Powell, who died of Covid-19 complications despite being fully vaccinated, further underscore the need for widespread vaccination; Powell was immunocompromised from battling cancer.  US companies continued to report strong third-quarter earnings, easing concerns that persistent Covid cases and rising costs would derail corporate America’s profit recovery.  Red Sox blast their way into a 2-1 lead in ALCS

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. September’s jobs creation comes up short with gain of just 194,000, expectation was over 500,000. The Senate voted 50-48 Thursday evening to extend the nation's debt limit through early December.  A US nuclear powered submarine struck an object underwater in the South China Sea on Saturday.  The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov for their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression, which is a precondition for democracy and lasting peace. Red Sox lost game one to Tampa for ALDS

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A solution to avert a default may be coming after Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell publicly floated two potential options.  Pfizer asks FDA to authorize its COVID 19 vaccine for children 5 to 11. Tanzanian novelist Abdulrazak Gurnah has he was "surprised and humbled" to be awarded the 2021 Nobel Prize for Literature.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Frances Haugen, the Facebook whistleblower whose complaints about the company have raised new questions about the platform’s impact, appeared before a Senate subcommittee yesterday.  President Joe Biden has urged Dems to shoot for a range of $1.9 trillion to $2.2 trillion instead of the $3.5 trillion economic package.  Only 56% of Americans are fully vaccinated -- far below the threshold experts say is needed for herd immunity.  Red Sox beat Yankees in a winner take all wild card game.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The deadline to suspend or lift the debt ceiling is October 18, but President Joe Biden said he couldn't guarantee the debt ceiling will be lifted.  California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency yesterday in response to the oil spill currently coating parts of the Southern California coast. Facebook says sorry for mass outage and reveals why it happened. Red Sox vs. Yankees in a winner take all wild card game.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. European allies are grumbling over the new US security deal with the UK and Australia. France in particular is upset over the agreement, which includes a deal for the US to furnish nuclear-powered submarines to Australia.  The White House has primed governors on how many Afghan refugees they can expect to be resettled in their states in the coming weeks.  FDA advisers meet today to discuss the possibility of booster shots for Covid-19 vaccines.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Acclaimed gymnasts who were abused by former physician Larry Nassar testified yesterday in a powerful Senate hearing. Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Maggie Nichols and Aly Raisman all accused the FBI of botching its investigation into allegations against Nassar and called out intimidation by the sport's governing bodies. President Biden and the UK government will work together on an effort to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines to try to counter Beijing’s influence in the region. Nicholas hurricane continues dumping rain on the South. The booster-shot debate heats up.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. California Gov. Gavin Newsom will hold on to his seat, after a partisan-driven recall effort. Democrats turned out in droves for yesterday’s election, swatting down the possibility of Newsom being ousted in favor of his most prominent GOP challenger, talk show host Larry Elder.  Boston voters selected two mayoral candidates on Tuesday to advance to November's general election. Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has ordered the firing of Port-au-Prince's chief prosecutor, Bed-Ford Claude, who was investigating the assassination of the late President Jovenel Moise. Barcelona was humiliated in Champions League opening day.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The California gubernatorial recall election gets underway today.  Covid-19 cases among US children have risen almost 240% since July, American Academy of Pediatrics data shows. Kids now account for 29% of all cases reported nationwide.  Secretary of State Antony Blinken appeared before the House Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday.  Parliamentary elections in Norway have shaken up the country’s government, giving the center-left Labor Party a chance to form a new coalition Red Sox loose.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The US paused to honor what it lost on September 11, 2001 -- and in the two decades since the terrorist attacks that changed the world.  Agencies that required Covid-19 vaccines before President Biden’s push have seen early success.  California recall vote is on Tuesday.  Red Sox win in extra innings.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden has imposed stringent new vaccine rules on federal workers, large employers and health care staff in a sweeping attempt to contain the latest surge of Covid-19.  Biden's Justice Department has sued Texas over its new six-week abortion ban, saying the state law is unconstitutional.  Biden spoke with China's President Xi Jinping, as relations between the two countries remain tense.  Tom Brady wins with another comeback (his 49th) and Sakari can not stop an 18 year old wonder in US Open semis.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Taliban announced the formation of a hard-line interim government for Afghanistan, filling top posts with veterans of the militant group who oversaw the 20-year fight against the US-led military coalition.  President Biden is set to deliver a major address tomorrow on the next phase of his pandemic response.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Pretrial hearings in the case of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who has been accused of being the lead plotter behind the September 11 attacks, and four other detainees at Guantanamo Bay are set to resume today.  Covid-19 cases have been on the rise in much of the US, and the seven-day average of new cases yesterday was more than 300% higher than Labor Day of last year, Johns Hopkins University data shows.  A Guinean military officer broadcast a statement on Sunday announcing that Guinea’s constitution has been dissolved in an apparent coup.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Hurricane Ida’s path of destruction exposed a harsh climate reality that the U.S. is not prepared for extreme weather.  Students are returning to classrooms, and anxiety is rising over the coronavirus.In the chaotic finale of America’s 20-year war in Afghanistan, a Biden Doctrine is emerging: a foreign policy that avoids forever wars while addressing rising powers.  Red Sox win 4 in a row

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. Communities are mourning and trying to clean up after floodwaters turned highways and homes into death traps in the Northeast. The remnants from Hurricane #Ida pummeled cities with unprecedented rainfall in some areas, leaving at least 46 people dead in six  states. More than 80% of Americans 16 and older have some level of immunity against the coronavirus -- mostly through vaccination, a new survey shows. Clashes erupted overnight between Taliban fighters and an anti-Taliban group in Afghanistan's northern Panjshir Valley.  Texas new law bans abortions after 6 weeks. The Supreme Court denied a request from Texas abortion providers to freeze the state law, meaning it will remain on the books for now.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Michalis “Mikis” Theodorakis, a prolific Greek composer and leftist political activist whose musical meditations on his homeland ranged from the sun-drenched bliss of “Zorba the Greek” to brooding anthems about the country’s many upheavals and struggles, died Thursday. He was 96. The Taliban threw a parade in Afghanistan's second-largest city to show off their newly seized American-made military equipment.  Days after Hurricane Ida tore through Louisiana, its remnants are on a deadly path of destruction in the Northeast.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The last US military planes have left Afghanistan, marking the end of the US’ longest war and ushering in a new era of uncertainty for a country under resurgent Taliban rule.  Flooded roads and impassable debris are hampering initial recovery efforts in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida, now a tropical depression, blew through on Sunday.  Overall effectiveness of coronavirus vaccines has not significantly decreased yet for most vaccinated Americans, putting in question the need for a 3rd booster shot. China has barred children under the age of 18 from playing video games on weekdays.  Greek Prime Minister reshuffled the cabinet.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Evacuation flights from Kabul’s airport are winding down as President Biden warned of another attack in the closing days of the U.S. presence in Afghanistan.  Ida could strike the state today as a Category 4 hurricane — with maximum sustained winds of 130 miles per hour — on the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.  Children’s hospitals around the country are experiencing a surge in Covid-19 patients.  Red Sox win in extra innings.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. Thirteen US service members and at least 90 Afghans were killed in a pair of bombing attacks outside the airport in Kabul where thousands of people had gathered in recent days to escape Taliban rule. ISIS-K, claimed that an ISIS militant carried out the suicide attack.  The US is pressing forward with evacuations, including the roughly 1,000 Americans still in Afghanistan. The Supreme Court has blocked the Biden administration’s eviction moratorium. Investors await Fed Chair Powell’s speech.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. US diplomats in Kabul warned American citizens early this morning to immediately leave several gates into the airport following what one US official called a "very specific threat stream" from a branch of ISIS.  Moderna has completed its submission to the FDA for full approval of its Covid-19 vaccine for people 18 and older.  Delta Air Lines will require unvaccinated employees to pay an extra $200 per month for their health care plans.  From prison, Aleksei Navalny said “Putin’s regime” is doomed to collapse.  Red Sox loose in extra innings.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. President Biden has decided not to extend the deadline for American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, despite pressure from G7 and US leaders alike. Global Covid-19 cases appear to be leveling off after a two-month increase, WHO reported more than 4.5 million new cases and 68,000 new deaths worldwide last week.  Nasdaq closes above 15,000 for first time. Patriots trade Sony Michel to Rams.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The FDA has granted full approval to the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for people 16 and older, paving the way for more vaccine mandates and hopefully encouraging more hesitant people to get the shot.  G7 leaders meet today in an emergency summit to discuss the August 31 deadline for the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan.  Chinese tech stocks on the rebound.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Taliban regime is cracking down on opposition to its resurgent rule in Afghanistan. After protests broke out in the city of Khost, the militant group issued an indefinite curfew and banned movement within the city.  More than 1 million doses of the vaccine were reported administered Thursday, according to CDC data.  The US Education Department has announced it will cancel $5.8 billion in outstanding student loans for borrowers who are unable to work because of permanent disabilities.  Hurricane watches issued for New England as Henri approaches.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Taliban has tried to present an image that’s more progressive and restrained than before.  US Covid-19 hospitalization rates have now hit record highs for all age groups under 50.  New satellite images show Russia may be preparing another test of its nuclear-powered cruise missile, known as "Skyfall.”  Fed Reserve hinted on asset tapering, pushing global stock markets to a sell off.  #RedSox got swept by Yankees

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. As the Taliban regime solidifies control in Afghanistan, the US is left in the uncomfortable position of relying on the group to ensure a safe exit from the catastrophe.  Child cases of coronavirus are still rising in the US, and experts say the return to schools will gravely complicate that. The numbers paint a dangerous picture: More than 121,000 child Covid-19 cases were reported last week, which the American Academy of Pediatrics says is a substantial increase.  Tropical Storm Grace is heading toward Mexico today, threatening to bring with it hurricane-force winds, deadly rip tides and up to half a foot of rain.  The Caldor Fire burning in El Dorado County has charred more than 30,000 acres and is 0% contained.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. As the search for victims of a collapsed Florida condo building stretches into a fourth day, news has surfaced of a report from 2018 that warned of major structural damage. Johnson & Johnson will pay New York $230 million under a settlement that ensures it will get out of the opioid business in the U.S. China's Communist Party will celebrate its 100th anniversary amid growing international tensions.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The partial collapse of a residential building near Miami has left 99 people unaccounted for and one confirmed dead.  In DC the $1.2 trillion infrastructure deal includes $109 billion for roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects, $55 billion for water infrastructure and $73 billion for the nation's power structure.  A new and slightly different version of the Delta coronavirus variant is spreading in countries including the United Kingdom, the United States and India, health officials say.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Supreme Court unanimously handed down a huge ruling yesterday, saying student athletes can receive education-related payments.  IN NYC thirteen Democrats and two Republicans are running in the mayoral primaries.  President Biden is pushing for his $4 trillion economic agenda.  Denmark advances to round of 16 in EURO

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. As the U.S. heads into its second pandemic summer, the Delta variant worries many experts, in Europe there is a spike in Delta cases.  Iran’s hard-line judiciary chief, Ebrahim Raisi, was elected president.  On Friday, U.S. Catholic bishops decided to draft new guidance on communion that would deny President Biden the sacrament because of his support for abortion rights. Bucks beat the Nets in Game 7, US Open is on the final day, EURO and COPA America keep soccer fans and dad's everywhere glued on the TV.  Happy Father's Day!

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the Affordable Care Act brought on by Republican-led states.  Juneteenth is now officially a federal holiday. Greece is shocked with the confession of the murder by the husband of 20-year-old homicide victim Caroline Crouch.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Joe Biden is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva today for a much-anticipated summit that caps off Biden’s first trip abroad in office.  The U.S. will soon surpass 600,000 deaths from Covid-19, the world’s highest toll.  California and New York lifted virtually all restrictions on gatherings.  France beat Germany 1-0 in Euro Cup stage round

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Eriksen collapsed during Saturday's game in Copenhagen. He fell to the ground during a throw-in, shortly before the end of the first half; he is recovering in the hospital in stable condition.  Leaders of the Group of 7 are wrapping up a summit today, having taken on the coronavirus pandemic, climate change and China.  Israel stands on the cusp of a watershed moment as l awmakers will hold a vote today that would remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from power.  Tsitsipas is playing in the Rollang Garros Final.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden meets today with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson as part of his first foreign trip since taking office.  The Biden administration plans to donate 500 million doses of Pfizer's vaccine worldwide. After years of stops and starts, the Keystone XL Pipeline is officially dead.  Bruins are eliminated from playoffs.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Justice Department is showing signs that it plans to coordinate its anti-ransomware efforts with the same protocols as it does for terrorism.  President Biden will be heading out on his first international trip since taking office next week.  US to share 25 million Covid-19 vaccines with countries around the world.  Bruins take the lead 2-1 in the Series vs Islanders.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  JBS, the major meat supplier targeted by a cyberattack this week, and a ransomware attack yesterday disrupted service for a Martha’s Vineyard ferry in Cape Cod.  President Joe Biden has announced a “National Month of Action” as part of a plan to get 70% of the US adult population at least partially vaccinated.  A coalition of Israeli political parties have agreed to a deal to form a new government, paving the way for the exit of Israel's longest serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.AT Celtics, Danny Ainge is retiring with Brad Stevens taking his place as president of Basketball operations, and his first job is to find his replacement.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Shooters jumped out of a car and opened fire at a Florida club, killing two people and wounding 20.  Senate Democrats prepare to work on Biden infrastructure plan ‘with or without’ Republicans.  COVID Origins reports and papers fuels conspiracy theories. Chelsea FC upsets Man City to win Champions League

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  intelligence officials told the White House they had untapped evidence about the virus’ origins that required more analysis to fully interpret. A key U.S. inflation gauge rose 3.1% year over year, higher than expected.  Russia appears to be carrying out a cyberattack through an email system that the State Department’s international aid agency uses, according to Microsoft.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Nine people are dead after a gunman opened fire yesterday morning at the Valley Transportation Authority light rail yard in San Jose, California.  Biden has asked the US intelligence community to double down on efforts to investigate the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic in Wuhan and report back to him in 90 days.  Climate activists have notched two major victories over oil companies.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend a high-stakes summit in Switzerland next month marking it as the first face-to-face meeting.  Global coronavirus cases dropped 14% last week, WHO reports.  Amazon is buying MGM Studios for $8.45 billion. Celtics lose to NETS and Kyrie Irving "fans the flames"

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The cease-fire between Israel and Hamas appears to be holding after a brief war that reverberated worldwide. Floyd’s family will visit the White House on the anniversary of his death.  Italy win Eurovision with rock 'n' roll band.  Celtics lose first playoff game. PAOK win Greek Soccer Cup final.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire after more than a week of intense violence that left hundreds dead.  The average daily pace of US coronavirus vaccinations is down almost 50% from its April peak In Greece a large scale wildfire in West Attica to be contained by nightfall, fire chief says

The World Hellenic Biomedical Association - www.WHBA1990.org - has created an amazing opportunity to learn, network and create life long mentorships and friendships.  Organizing committee members Eleftheria Ledaki Commercialization Manager, Biopharma, Queen Mary Innovation, UK; Efi Tsouko Post-doctoral research associate, Baylor College of Medicine, USA; Christos Lisgaras Post-doctoral Fellow, New York University and Senior member Dr. Petros Grivas Associate Professor University of Washington, USA discuss the opportunities, challenges and benefits of this unique program.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A Covid-19 booster shot will likely be needed within a year of initial vaccination to keep up immunity.  A ceasefire in the bloody Israeli-Palestinian conflict could be "imminent," according to Hamas leaders  The House voted to create a commission to investigate the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, with 35 Republicans voting in favor. But Mitch McConnell, minority leader in the Senate, said he opposed it.  Bruins take the lead 2-1 in an OT win over the Capitals in NHL Playoffs

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  As of May 29, all businesses and venues in the state will be able to reopen at full capacity.  Biden has expressed support for a ceasefire in the escalating violence between Israel and Hamas militants in Gaza. The President mentioned his position on a call yesterday with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and floated the possibility of international diplomatic involvement.  Walmart earnings beat estimates as retailer sees robust growth in grocery and online sales.  Celtics in Play-In NBA

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday amid intensifying violence in the Middle East. Colonial Pipeline resumes normal operations after hack, but many gas stations still face shortages.  S&P 500 jumps 1.5% Friday as Big Tech rebounds, but still posts a weekly loss.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A CDC advisory panel is set to meet today to discuss whether to recommend use of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine in 12- to 15-year-olds.  Rep. Liz Cheney, the No. 3 House Republican, is expected to be ousted from her position as chair of the House GOP conference when the body meets today to vote on her fate.  At least 35 people are dead in Gaza after the latest exchange of airstrikes between Israeli and Palestinian forces last night.  States including Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia and Florida have declared emergencies as gas demand soars due to the ongoing Colonial Pipeline crisis.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Pfizer vaccine will now be available to kids ages 12 to 15 after the FDA expanded its emergency use authorization.  Hundreds are injured and tensions are soaring after clashes in Jerusalem yesterday led to a night of exchanged fire between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza.  Energy regulators are calling on leaders in the energy sector to step up their cyberdefenses after the weekend ransomware attack that knocked the Colonial Pipeline offline.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The Biden administration announced Wednesday that it supports waiving intellectual property protections for Covid-19 vaccines.  The new Restaurant Revitalization Fund has $28.6 billion in its program to recoup restaurant losses.  Colombia has seen more than a week of bloody protests over economic inequality and police brutality.  All British final in Champions League as Man City will face Chelsea

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden has a new Covid-19 goal: at least one vaccine dose to 70% of US adults and 160 million fully vaccinated by July 4.  Facebook will uphold Trump ban but reassess the decision over coming months.  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has missed a deadline to form a new government, extending the country’s long political deadlock.  Man City will play at the Champions League final for first time

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  There have now been more than 150 million reported coronavirus cases worldwide, less than 13 months after the pandemic began.  EU says Apple’s App Store breaks competition rules after Spotify complaint.  The US has begun the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, but al Qaeda is still vowing a “war on all fronts.”  Patriots select QB Mac Jones in NFL Draft

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden delivered his first address to Congress last night, on the eve of his 100th day in office.  The European Union has agreed to buy up to 1.8 billion doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.  Federal agents executed search warrants yesterday at the apartment and office of Rudy Giuliani, former President Trump’s personal lawyer.  China has successfully launched the first module of its planned space station.  Anastasiades says Turkish two-state offer will not be accepted

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The CDC has released new outdoor mask guidance, saying fully vaccinated people can forego face coverings at small outdoor gatherings or when dining outside with friends from multiple households.  Biden will mark his first 100 days in office this evening with an address to a joint session of Congress  Biden to unveil $1.8 trillion plan for children and families.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  There are 331 million people living in the US, according to the data. As far as representation goes, Texas is the only state to gain two House seats in the count.  Tesla’s bitcoin speculation helped boost profits by more than $100 million in Q1.  Biden is proposing an extra $80 billion for the I.R.S. to catch tax evasion by high earners.  Final four for Champions League begins tonight.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Joe Biden on Saturday recognized the killing of 1.5 million Armenians by Ottoman Empire forces in the early 20th century as a genocide, a historic though largely symbolic move that will likely strain already fraught relations with Turkey.  India now accounts for nearly half of all new Covid cases in a global surge. But experts say the number is just a fraction of the virus’s real reach in the country.  The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is back in the mix.  Tsitsipas will face Nadal for the Barcelona Open final.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty of murder.  About 40% of Americans have had a single vaccine dose and only 26% are fully vaccinated.  European Super Soccer League collapsed after just 2 days, as founding teams abandoned it.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The fate of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is now in the hands of jurors.  The 12 richest soccer clubs announced they will form European Super League - NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter has successfully completed its historic flight on Mars and safely landed back on the surface. Pr. Petros Vamvakas comments on Greek-Turkish negotiations after Ankara summit.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The U.S., Brazil and Mexico lead the world in Covid-19 deaths, according to a Times database. Infections globally total more than 140 million.  Queen Elizabeth II said goodbye to her husband of more than 73 years, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, at his funeral on Saturday at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Eight people are dead after a shooting last night at an Indianapolis FedEx facility.  Vaccine hesitancy has become a problem, and even though more than 30% of US adults have been fully vaccinated.  Raul Castro is preparing to step down as head of Cuba’s all-powerful communist party, ending decades of his family's leadership in the country.  Greek and Turkish Foreign ministers have a public clash during their presser.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Vaccine advisers to the CDC put off making any decision about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine when they met yesterday.  The Biden administration is expected to announce sanctions targeting Russian individuals and entities in response to the SolarWinds hack and election interference.  It's Tax Day in the US, but don't freak out! You still have a month to file your 2020 return.  Red Sox have won 9 in a row.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  CDC advisers are due to meet today to review cases of blood clots among people who received the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine.  Protesters gathered for a third night on the streets of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, to show their anger over the police shooting death of Daunte Wright.  US troops to depart from Afghanistan by Sept 2021. Biden has proposed a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The FDA is asking states to temporarily halt using J&J’s Covid-19 vaccine after six people in the U.S. developed a rare blood-clotting disorder.  The FDA said the recommendation is “out of an abundance of caution.”  The cases occurred in women ages 18 to 48, with symptoms developing six to 13 days after they received the shot. Protesters and police clashed again last night in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, over the death of Daunte Wright.  It’s been just over 100 days since Brexit began in earnest, and British exporters aren’t happy with how things are going. Trade with Europe has taken a major hit, with exports of goods to the European Union plummeting by more than 41% in January and recovering only modestly after that.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A partial vote count suggested that Amazon would probably defeat the most serious organized-labor drive in the company’s history.  “His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle,” Britain’s royal family announced Friday. Philip married Queen Elizabeth in 1947.  1 in 5 Americans are fully vaccinated and a third of the country has received at least one shot, CDC data shows

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The coronavirus variant first identified in the UK is now the most common strain of coronavirus in the US.  President Joe Biden will announce a series of executive actions on gun control today in response to mass shootings in Georgia and Colorado.  More than 20,000 unaccompanied migrant children are now in US custody

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The US economy is growing at its fastest pace since 1984, and will likely surpass its pre-pandemic size, the International Monetary Fund predicts. One big reason: The $1.9 trillion coronavirus stimulus package.  Nearly half of US adults could have a first Covid-19 vaccine dose by the weekend.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. The Senate parliamentarian, has ruled that Democrats may amend the budget resolution and pass infrastructure bill with simple majority.  The results of Israel's fourth election in a little more than two years reveal more of the same: Political gridlock, and no clear path to a majority government.  The Minneapolis police chief testified that Derek Chauvin had violated department policy when he knelt on George Floyd for more than nine minutes.  Real Madrid and Liverpool play for Champions league today.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Nonfarm payrolls rose by 916,000 in March, while the unemployment rate declined to 6%.  The job growth was well ahead of Dow Jones estimates for 675,000 and the fastest since August 2020.  The World Health Organization harshly criticized Europe’s coronavirus response, calling the region’s vaccine rollout “unacceptably slow”.  Opening day (again) at Fenway Park

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Biden unveiled the details of his $2 trillion plan to repair and upgrade the country’s infrastructure, calling it “a once-in-a-generation investment in America.”  Covid-19 was the third leading cause of death last year in the US, behind heart disease and cancer, early CDC data reveals. The virus also led to a global increase in stillbirths, maternal mortality and depression.  New York State legalized the use of recreational marijuana.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Pfizer said Wednesday its Covid-19 vaccine was 100% effective in a study of adolescents aged 12 to 15, encouraging results that could clear the shots for use in middle school students before school starts this fall.  Global leaders have called for an international “pandemic treaty” to help ensure the world is prepared for future crises.  President Joe Biden will unveil his ambitious infrastructure package in Pittsburgh today.  Greece will face off Georgia for pre-qualification of world cup soccer today.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Joe Biden will lay out the first of a sweeping two-pronged infrastructure and jobs proposal.  Biden says in the next three weeks, 90% of the adult US population will be eligible for the vaccine.  Coronavirus is crippling Brazil, and the country’s President Jair Bolsonaro is making moves that appear designed to secure greater loyalty amid the crisis.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. A very big boat in the Suez Canal is still very much stuck, causing a traffic jam that costs $10 Billion in world trade per day.  More than one-third of U.S. adults — about 90 million people — have received at least one shot of a coronavirus vaccine.  In Myanmar, dozens of people were fatally shot as the security forces cracked down on protests

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Biden held his first official White House news conference yesterday, and talked about the filibuster, immigration and foreign policy.  CDC warned that the US is still seeing about 1,000 deaths a day and facing the growing threat of coronavirus variants.  Greece celebrated 200 year of independence, President Biden and PM Mitsotakis had a 30 minute call and agree to meet when pandemic eases. Celtics trade, and Greece get a 1-1 draw with Spain

Greece begins the 200 year anniversary of Independence today.  Greece welcomes foreign dignitaries to commemorate bicentennial, as France, Britain and Russia will be represented.  Elections in Israel do not produce a clear majority to govern, but Netanyahu is ahead.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. The AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine is gaining steam after the company released new data on its efficacy.  Ten people, including a police officer, were killed yesterday afternoon after a gunman opened fire in a grocery store in Boulder, Colorado.  White House advisers are expected to present a two-part, $3 trillion jobs and infrastructure proposal to President Biden as soon as this week.  Israelis head to the polls today for the country's fourth general election in under two years. Greece is preparing to celebrate 200 years of independence.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Coronavirus cases — significantly down since the U.S. peak in January — have plateaued this month at about 55,000 new infections a day, a level public health officials say is still too high. But some governors are already starting to relax restrictions.Protesters nationwide denounced the Atlanta spa killings and called for an end to anti-Asian violence. If you need a cuteness break, National Puppy Day is Tuesday.

Mr. George Soleas talks about his personal journey starting as a refugee from Cyprus to being President and CEO of Liquor Control Board of Toronto, with 11,000 employees, over $7 Billion sales and $2.5 Billion of profits.  He discusses how he managed the Pandemic crisis, the lesson of being authentic to your peers and employees and the value of trust "If you lose trust, you lost your people".  Personal and professional lessons, what the Government did right, and how politicians around the world could have done better.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. Six of the eight who were killed were Asian women, who are uniquely vulnerable to violence because of their race and gender.  Senior officials from the US and China are set to meet in Alaska today and tomorrow for the first time since President Biden took office.  The Federal Reserve suggested it would keep interest rates low for years.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Eight people were killed at three metro Atlanta spas in the span of about an hour yesterday.  The US is facing a tough race between Covid-19 vaccines and variants. Vaccinations are quickly ramping up, and they have a great shot of winning out.  A US intelligence report has determined that Russia attempted to interfere in the 2020 election.  Greek and Turkish foreign ministers to meet in April.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A growing number of European countries are temporarily halting the rollout of the AstraZeneca vaccine after reports of a handful of cases of blood clots in people who have received the shot.  President Biden is facing growing political tension over his administration's strategy on the US-Mexico border.  The Vatican says it will not bless same-sex unions, writing in a statement approved by Pope Francis that God "does not and cannot bless sin."

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Clocks  are turned forward by an hour this morning in exchange for a few months of extra daylight -- and some US senators want to make this time change permanent.  Former middleweight champion Marvelous Marvin Hagler died unexpectedly at age 66.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden directed all states to open vaccination opportunities to all adults by May 1st; and the nation could start to be back to normal by the July 4 holiday.  Americans could start seeing those much-awaited $1,400 stimulus payments as early as this weekend.  More people are dying in Myanmar every day as the military junta in control there tries to crack down on peaceful protests.  Greece extends lockdown period to prevent virus spread.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  It’s been one year since the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus to be a pandemic. Since that time, 29 million cases have been reported in the US, and 529,000 people have died as a result. Across the world, at least 118 million people have been infected and 2.6 million have died. Merrick Garland, who spent nearly 24 years as a federal appellate judge, was confirmed as attorney general.