In BIG PICTURE NEWS, we look at more war developments and consequences as the Bank of England keeps rates on hold. In EMPLOYMENT NEWS, JPMorgan goes all Big Brother, HSBC looks like it's going to swing the axe and UK pay growth shudders. In MISCELLANEOUS NEWS, the Bank of America makes a strange U-turn, AI continues to ruffle feathers, Tesla finally has a semi to be proud of, Uber does a big deal with Rivian and airlines advise early booking. AND FINALLY, I look at why we should be more French...