The UK begins the third phase of reopening with international travel restrictions lifting and the hospitality industry resuming indoor service. But Health Secretary Matt Hancock warns that the country must remain vigilant against the emergence of new variants. AT&T is in talks with Discovery to create a $150bn media giant with a streaming service to rival the likes of Netflix and Disney+. Chinese April retail sales and manufacturing activity slow while new homes prices reach are an 8-month high.

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