In MACRO & COMMODITIES NEWS, we look at the latest in the US presidential race, Reeves' visit to the US and the latest in lithium goings-on. In TECH NEWS, Google hires founders of Character.AI, utility stocks get an AI boost, Buffett sells a big lump of his stake in Apple and Intel still faces challenges. In CONSUMER, RETAIL & LEISURE TRENDS, we look at movements in China and the US, how boycotts on western brands in Muslim countries is hurting, how Prada is winning, Seasalt's success and whether McDonald's can beat Greggs. In LEGAL NEWS, we look at whether magic circle firms will ever break US firms' dominance and how legal AI could transform the billable hour. AND FINALLY, I bring you a classic comedy sketch you probably haven't seen...