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The discovery of a new coronavirus variant sent a chill through much of the world as nations raced to halt air travel, markets fell sharply and scientists held emergency meetings. But the risks of the variant remained largely unknown.

Among environmentalists, hopes have been running high for Germany’s new government. At elections this September, growing concern about climate change, boosted by the worst floods to hit the country in 500 years, helped the German Greens double their parliamentary seats.

Man police say plowed into Wisconsin parade, killing 6, arrested in GA months earlier  WSB Atlanta Behind the prosecutor who acknowledged suspect’s ‘inappropriately low’ bail before Waukesha parade tragedy  CNN Suspect in Waukesha parade attack has history of domestic violence. Experts aren’t

New Covid-19 variant sparks global travel restrictions: Live updates  cnn.com EU, UK, Israel to halt air travel to southern Africa over new COVID-19 variant  Fox News A new Covid-19 variant with high number of mutations sparks travel bans and worries scientists  CNN European

Zelenskiy says Ukraine uncovers coup plot involving Russians; Kremlin denies role  reuters.com Ukraine’s Zelenskyy alleges coup will be attempted against him next week; Russia denies involvement  Fox News Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says group of Russians and Ukrainians planning coup against him  CNN

How a Prosecutor Addressed a Mostly White Jury and Won a Conviction in the Arbery Case  The New York Times This is what’s next for Ahmaud Arbery’s killers  CNN Men found guilty in Arbery murder will go to federal court on hate

Many shoppers appear to be excited for an in-store experience. A big challenge for retailers will be ensuring that they have items in stock.

Service dogs have long helped veterans with vision or mobility problems. Now the PAWS Veterans Therapy Act will help connect specially trained dogs to some veterans with symptoms of traumatic stress. (Image credit: Stephanie O’Neill for KHN)

The banking sector has enough reserves to withstand the sharp fall in the lira, the central bank said, taking some pressure off President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to change course.