AFN News August 19

ABC NEWS   AUGUST 19, 2021 

1)      From ABC news, I am Daria Albinger.  “The chaos was unavoidable”; that’s from President Biden sitting down with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos for his first interview since the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban.  The president also standing by his decision to end the US military mission there; “We’ve all seen the pictures.  We’ve seen those hundreds of people packed into the C-17.  We’ve seen Afghans falling.  That was four days ago, five days ago.”  “What did you think when you first saw those pictures?”  “’(What) I thought was we have to gain control of this.  We have to move this more quickly.  We have to move in a way in which we can take control of that airport, and we did.”  You can hear more of this exclusive interview on ABC’s ‘World News Tonight’ and tomorrow on ‘Good Morning, America.’

     The nation’s top military leaders explained how US troops will help evacuate Americans and certain Afghan citizens.  “Once Americans and Afghans get to the airport, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the US can protect them, but ‘We don’t have the capability to go out and collect up large numbers of people.’  Secretary Austin saying he only has enough troops to secure the airport and run evacuation missions, and they are relying on the Taliban to let those Americans through.  Andy Field, ABC News, Washington.”

2)           The White House are outlining its latest COVID-19 vaccine mandates.  Employees at nursing homes which receive federal funding like Medicaid or Medicare must now get the shots.  “I’m mindful that my authority at federal government is limited.  I’m going to continue to look for ways to keep people safe and increase vaccination rates.”  The president also says his administration will be ready to go with third COVID-19 booster shots as soon as the FDA and the CDC approve them.

3)            Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is expected to sign an ordinance which will require all city employees to be vaccinated by October 5^th.

4)            Stocks fell broadly today, the Dow down, more than 300 points.  You’re listening to ABC   News.

 

5-1)   I am Susan Li, and this is the Fox Business report.

“Investors see a sea of red on Wall Street.  The Dow closing down 282 points, the S&P

500 lost 32, and Nasdaq gave up 138.  

5-2)   A surge of COVID-19 cases left the retail sector reeling(wearing).  The Commerce Department says retail sales dropped 1.1% last month compared to June. 

5-3)   Oil prices weakening for a fourth session Tuesday as OPEC nations and their allies showed no signs of ramping up production.  Four sources tell Reuters the cartel believes oil markets don’t need more crude than they plan to release in the coming month. 

5-4)   About a quarter of the 30 companies in the Dow Jones industrial average are mandating vaccine for their workers.  Barron’s reports Disney, Salesforce, Walgreens and Microsoft are among the big businesses requiring some or all employees in their offices to get shots.  Apple is not mandating vaccines, but it’s requesting workers disclose the vaccination status.

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AFN News August 12

AFN NEWS

Thursday, August 12, 2021 

1) From ABC News, I’m Brian Clark. A major question since coronavirus vaccination began is whether people would need boosters. The FDA now appears poised to sign off on a vaccine booster for some people. This ABC’s Mark Remillard explains. “A senior government official familiar with the plan confirms ABC News that the FDA is expected to authorize a booster shot for immunocompromised Americans tomorrow. This announcement is expected to come ahead of the meeting by the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee on Friday, which would make a recommendation to the CDC and the director would sign off on it. Many manufacturers like Pfizer and Moderna have been testing booster shots, but the federal government has so far held off on recommending them.” A state health official in Mississippi says they requested the military hospital ship from the federal government. California will be the first state to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for all staff in public schools. Those who do not get vaccinated will be subjected to weekly testing, says Governor Gavin Newsom. “This is a sustainable way to keeping our schools open.

2) The Biden Administration says recent gains by the Taliban in Afghanistan are not changing the plan to have all U.S. troops out of the country by September. Today the Lieutenant Governor of New York Kathy Hochul who will replace the outgoing Andrew Cuomo after his resignation comes official told reporters she was not aware of allegations in inappropriate conduct against the governor. She says she is prepared to soon in the office. “I am standing right here. At the end of my term whenever it ends, no one allowed to describe my administration toxic work environment.” Hochul will take office on August 24 as the first woman to serve as Governor of New York.

3) Record closes today on Wall Street. The Dow and the S&P 500 stocks notched higher after inflation numbers in July would not as high as the levels from June. You’re listening to ABC News.

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I’m Charles Payne, and this is the Fox Business Report.

Stocks finished mixed. The Dow and S&P 500 notching new record closes after data showed that inflation lost still running hot moderated in July. The Dow rising 220 points, the Nasdaq down 23, S&P 500 up 11. // And McDonald’s announced that all of the company’s U.S. corporate workers must be fully vaccinated by September the 27th as the company imposed new rules mid-rising COVID-19 cases. The burger giant also postponed the officially reopening date of headquarters and other United States offices to October the 11th from September the 7th. // And Comcast NBC Universal will also be requiring that all of the U.S. employees coming back to the office be fully vaccinated. The company also postponing to return to office date. // And the New York stock exchange will require the traders be vaccinated by September the 13th to access its trading floor.

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AFN News August 5

ABC NEWS   AUGUST 5, 2021 

1)      From ABC news, I am Daria Albinger.  The CDC says the delta variant now accounts for almost all new COVID-19 infections, 93%.  Surgeon General Doctor Vivek Murthy says while the risks of the variant aren’t still fully known, you should feel comfortable when you gather with others if you’re vaccinated, especially at outdoor events; “Some people may choose to confirm whether or not folks are vaccinated.  Other people may use unrequired testing before a large gathering that some people may choose to wear masks.   Some people may also make sure that it’s taking place in the setting where people can have sufficient distance and be spread out.  And of course, doing it outdoors, it’s always be very helpful.” 

     Curtis Cannon was skeptical about the vaccine.  That was before the virus left him in a Louisianna hospital on supplemental oxygen.  “I’ll tell you need to get vaccinated, because this isn’t fun, source for (harsh) ordeal.  You have not been able to breathe it.  Chest pains, severe chest pains.”

2)   The ongoing count by Johns Hopkins University says worldwide covid cases have topped 200 million.

 

3)   Calls are growing for New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to resign a day after a bombshell report confirmed sexual harassment allegations.  “President Biden didn’t hesitate when asked about what New York Governor Andrew Cuomo should do; ‘He (just) should resign.’  Asked today if the president has any plans to call the governor, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said no, adding this; ‘The president made clear yesterday that Governor Cuomo should resign, with, and I believe, we should start with that.’  Psaki added the White House will still work closely with the New York State Government and Cuomo Administration officials in the fight against the pandemic.  Elizabeth Schulze, the ABC News, Washington.”

 

4)       A police officer who was stabbed and then fatally shot during an attack yesterday at the Pentagon’s bus terminal, has been identified as George Gonzalez, an Iraq War vet who joined the Pentagon Police Force in 2018.  The suspect also died.  You’re listening to ABC News.

 

5-1)  I am Charles Payne, and this is the Fox Business report.

“Stocks ended mixed after investors assessed another slew of corporate earnings results and the data showed that the private sector added fewer jobs than the economists were expecting in July, fueling concerns that the economic rebound from the pandemic may be slowing.  The Dow falling 324 points, the Nasdaq up19, S&P 500 down 20.

5-2)  And Robinhood stock extending Tuesday’s rally, closing up 50%.  Its shares jumped so much the trading was temporarily halted several times in the first half hour after the market opened.

5-3)  And Advanced Micro Devises shares closed at its 6^th consecutive record high, following continued indications that the chipmaker’s taking market share away from larger rival Intel.

5-4)  And shares of Royal Caribbean fell over 2% for its longest losing streaks since the pandemic began in March of 2020.

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AFN News July 29

AFN NEWS

Thursday, July 29, 2021

1) From ABC News, I’m Daria Albinger. One of the nation’s largest cities is trying something new to slow the spread of the COVID-19. Around Los Angeles, emergency alert went off on cellphones. It wasn’t about a wildfire or an amber alert. It was an alert that the COVID cases rising rapidly in L.A. and get vaccinated. It came COVID hospitalizations rising on Tuesday night, 891 people were hospitalized in LA County with COVID, an 8% rise from Monday, most are unvaccinated.

2) Washington Governor Jay Inslee says he stayed and will abide by the CDC’s guidance that said everyone wears masks in public indoor settings regardless of their vaccination status, “I know frustrating, for people even have to think about that, but that situation we are in, the more people get vaccinated, the less have to think about this. The Mayor of Orange County, Florida declared the state of local emergency due to a surge in COVID cases.

3) The Senate is expected to take a test vote sued on a bipartisan deal to build the nations roads, bridges and broadband networks. It’s a deal President Biden wanted for the Inauguration Day and infrastructure bill that Republicans and Democrats will OK. “While there’re a lot we don’t agree on, I believe we should be able to work together and a few states do agree on.” The first vote could come this week but that’s not all. The President pushing education and childcare bill many Republicans don’t want and Democrats may have to pass through reconciliation. Andy Field, ABC News. Washington.

4) The President promised workers at Pennsylvania truck factory. His policy would reshape the economy for the working class. “Recent years, Buy American has become hollow promise. My administration is gonna make Buy American reality.” The Biden Administration is proposing to increase the amount of American made goods that are purchased by the Federal Government.

5) Stocks closed mixed today. The Dow up over 120 points, but the Nasdaq, rather the Dow down 120 points, the Nasdaq … 

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I’m Charles Payne, and this is the Fox Business Report.

Stocks ended mixed after the Federal Reserve hinted that it was getting closer to curtailing its assets purchasing program that itself boosts U.S. economic recovery. The Nasdaq rose102 points, 14,762, but the S&P 500 close down a fraction 4400. The Dow Jones Industrial Average finished down 127 points at 34,930. That policy makers wrapped up 2-day meeting. As far as inflation goes, Chairman Jerome Powell told reporters. “My best estimate is that something will pass. It will really a shock to the economy that won’t pass through. And you know, if you look at forecasters, our people who actually write down the forecast for living, very, very strong way. They will see it that way.” Powell ended that the Fed will act if inflation remains too high.

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