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12.08am BST
Immediate action must be taken to save the UK's music festivals from another lost summer" due to Covid, a cross-party committee of MPs said.
Ministers must create a government-backed insurance scheme for festivals as soon as possible, given their long lead times, a report from the Commons digital, culture, media and sport committee argued, saying even now it would be too late for many events.
Related: MPs urge action to save UK music festivals from another lost summer'
11.50pm BST
Rule changes in the National Hockey League in the US.
The NHL has announced a change to COVID Protocols for Round 2 of the playoffs.
Fans will no longer be required to wear masks at games. However, individual teams can make their own policies based on local health guidelines.#VegasBorn
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The glass behind the penalty boxes and team benches will be put back if both teams are 85% vaccinated.