Colombia protesters: We’re not scared anymore
Protests in Colombia are in their third week with demonstrators saying they plan to carry on. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Elisabetta Belloni: Italy appoints first female spy chief
“Woman of courage” Elisabetta Belloni is appointed head of Italy’s secret services. BBC News – Europe
Indian variant: Second jabs could be brought forward to tackle rise
Local restrictions have also not been ruled out in areas worst affected by the Indian variant. BBC News – UK
Covid: Biden hails ‘great day’ as he sheds mask in Oval Office
The president removes his mask in the Oval Office as the new health guidance is announced. BBC News – US & Canada
Kenya MP Moses Kuria admits taking $1,000 parliamentary bribe
Moses Kuria’s claim has been denied but the politician says such inducements are commonplace. BBC News – Africa
Buyer demand outstrips homes on market
A slowdown in homes being put on the market in April is leading to higher prices, surveyors say. BBC News – Business