Rental market unusually uncertain, Nationwide says
The building society’s buy-to-let arm says housing preferences shifted during the pandemic. BBC News – Business
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Israel crush: Day of mourning after dozens killed at Jewish festival
The country grieves after a crush at a Jewish festival killed 45 men and boys and injured many others. BBC News – Middle East
Colombia withdraws controversial tax reform bill after mass protests
Critics warned the reforms would hit the poor hard at a time when many are already struggling. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Rome Colosseum: Italy unveils plan for new floor with gladiator’s view
Work on a wooden, retractable floor at the Roman landmark is expected to be finished by 2023. BBC News – Europe
Covid-19: No limit at funeral mourners in England from 17 May
The government is preparing to remove the 30-person legal limit a month earlier than planned. BBC News – UK
US-China relations: Blinken accuses China of acting more aggressively
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says China is challenging the rules-based international order. BBC News – US & Canada