5 Things to Know on CTVNews.ca Monday, March 14, 2022: Russo-Ukrainian War, William Hurt, Tom Brady
The talks between Russia and Ukraine come as pressure mounts against Kyiv, the head of Canada’s largest private sector union who retires early due to health problems, and the recently retired Tom Brady back to the NFL. Here’s what you need to know today.
1. Back to the table: Ukrainians under siege on Monday hope that new diplomatic talks with Russia could pave the way for more civilians to evacuate.
2. Retired Team Leader: Jerry Dias, head of Canada’s largest private sector association, Unifor, will retire early amid the organization’s claims of ongoing health problems.
3. Apartment in Juno . Beach: A group of Canadians is petitioning the federal government to halt a proposed condominium development on Juno Beach in France, the site of the D-Day landings.
4. William Hurt: William Hurt, one of Hollywood’s leading men of the 1980s and star of such films as “Broadcast News,” “Body Heat,” and “The Big Chill,” has passed away. He was 71 years old.
5. Brady is back: Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. The Super Bowl champion, 44, announced seven times on Sunday that he will be returning to action for the 23rd NFL season.
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