In BIG PICTURE NEWS, we consider the latest war developments and impact, China builds soft power, Putin tightens his security, Starmer remains defiant and the Trump crypto venture fights back. In BUSINESS & CONSUMER TRENDS, UK goods exports haven't recovered, Australia does trade deals, UK hospitality adapts, UK retail space shrinks, and pressures on UK consumers shift. In TECH NEWS, Palantir beats forecasts, Celonis bids to take Palantir on and Nintendo's disappointing run continues. In MISCELLANEOUS NEWS, GameStop bids for eBay, Rheinmettal disappoints, the accountancy gravy train experiences leaves on the line and Just Eat couriers launch a legal action. AND FINALLY, I show you how to level up your beans-on-toast game...