From the BBC World Service: The pact is intended to improve access to China’s manufacturing sector, though European Union officials have human rights concerns. Also, India’s controversial farming reforms. And how commodities fared in a volatile year.
Some hospitals in South Africa are experiencing a huge increase in admissions. Plus, the financial impact of extreme weather events. And, China attempts to rein in its biggest technology company.
Goods, covered. Services — and financial services, in particular — not so much. Plus: a gloomy outlook for post-Christmas sales and Tucson, Arizona wants you (yes, you) to try it on for size.
A state’s ability to tax nonresidents’ income while they work remotely is being challenged at the Supreme Court. Plus: Scrambling for additional health care workers, several states have sped up the certification process for workers trained abroad. And: Adult student enrollment takes a hit.
From the BBC World Service: The Brexit agreement reached yesterday only covers goods trade — what happens to the financial services industry once the calendar flips to 2021? Plus: Demand for the services of charitable organizations around the world has soared this year, leading to dwindling resources for many.
The EU and the U.K. have finally reached agreement on their post-Brexit trading relationship. Plus: Trump’s prescription for lower drug prices hits a roadblock. And: Shutdown ahead? Democrats’ attempt to pass $2,000 direct payments has been blocked by Republicans.
Seizing on the president’s criticism, Democrats attempt to pass a bill to make relief checks bigger. Plus: What temp work looks like this holiday season. And: Has the summertime surge in support for Black-owned businesses endured?
