In MACRO & BUSINESS TRENDS NEWS, the Israeli public is split on how to respond, the Vix soars, China relies on manufacturing as a saviour and Bailey banks on a "strong drop" next month. In TECH & MEDIA NEWS,ASML forecasts a chip rebound, we look at how AI's growth will impact the global supply of electricity, how OpenAI's model matches doctors and the current state of investigations into TikTok. In RETAIL & LEISURE NEWS, Amazon has a secret operation, Asos tries to fend off a Shein onslaught and Saga seeks support. In MISCELLANEOUS NEWS, Tesla pushes for change, VW aims to lower EV costs, Prologis warns of a slowdown and UK rental costs rise. AND FINALLY, I bring you a great trick to keep your brown sugar moist...