E. Coli bacteria found in XL Foods products has led to a massive beef recall that reached well beyond Canadian borders. More than 10 people have become sick and were hospitalized. Fortunately, there are no deaths reported, and the high level of publicity, medical vigilance and recalls may keep it that way.  Production lines have been closed for several weeks now.

A number of large companies are highlighted as preparing for Greece’s “eventual” exit from the Euro.