Exxon Mobil is struggling to find its footing as demand for oil and gas falls and world leaders and businesses pledge to fight climate change.

Lockdown-weary city dwellers across the continent are visiting parks and other protected areas for the first time, overwhelming staff and generating pleas for more support.

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Last year, the country suffered catastrophic wildfires. Now, it is watching as a scenic getaway burns. What the rest of the season brings may depend on heat waves, winds and dried-out grass.

Angela Merkel pleads with her countrymen.

After completing an independent review, Health Canada, the country’s drug regulator, announced on Wednesday that it had approved the coronavirus vaccine made by Pfizer and BioNTech and that shots could start being given as early as next week.

Chancellor Angela Merkel called for stricter lockdown restrictions Wednesday and urged Germans to avoid holiday activities as the number of cases continues to rise.