Also today: Air travelers everywhere are kicking off their 2022 by dealing with even more flight cancellations. This is happening as telecom companies plan to launch more 5G networks, which airline groups say could mess things up even more.

From the BBC World Service: Why exactly were Evergrande shares suspended in Hong Kong? Plus, Turkey’s inflation has surged by the most in two decades, with many shop workers having to price and re-price products on shelves over and over again. And, Lebanon’s economic challenges ahead of scheduled elections later this year.

Also today: Christopher Low joins up for a recap of the economic year. High home prices are pushing out many first-time homebuyers, which is leading to more high-earning renters.

Also today: Concerns about the omicron variant have hobbled plans for New Year’s celebrations at bars and eateries. A jury in New York has found Teva Pharmaceuticals responsible for contributing to the deadly opioid addiction epidemic in the U.S.

From the BBC World Service: British film and TV productions revenues hit a record as streaming giants spend billions on new content. The Harry Potter franchise has been churning out magical profits for two decades.

Also today: A new law that goes into effect Jan. 1 in California could alter how companies like Amazon use data to manage workers in warehouses. We take a look at the general health of the U.S. job market.

Also today: The FDA has granted emergency use authorization for new at-home COVID test kits from two different companies. The tests should be available starting next month.

From the BBC World Service: Global companies are having to backtrack or delay their return to office plans as the omicron variant continues to spread. Google’s EMEA boss explains why digital skills and infrastructure are so important in the pandemic era. A Scottish man is looking to capture the sounds of traditional workplaces.

Also today: Susan Schmidt helps us start to look back at the year in markets. Gym owners are having a tougher time powering through the emergence of the omicron variant.