In our news wrap Wednesday, COVID-19 cases in Tokyo are higher than any time since May — nine days before it hosts the summer Olympics. In the U.S., federal figures show 93,000 overdose deaths in 2020 — nearly 30% higher than 2019, with Fentanyl a major driver. The European Union unveiled sweeping plans to tackle climate change by cutting greenhouse gas emissions 55% from 1990 levels this decade.
Biden to host Germany’s Merkel at White House next Thursday: White House, United States News & Top Stories
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) – US President Joe Biden will host a meeting with German Chancellor Angela Merkel next Thursday…