(U.S. Edition) As Congress gears up to pass the GOP tax overhaul this week, we’ll analyze some of the potential drawbacks. Key components of the bill could end up leading to decreased home ownership among younger households and reduce the incentive for companies to subsidize their employees’ commuting expenses. Plus: We look at how recess — yes, that 10-20 minute or so break kids have at school — might help children develop the skills it takes to succeed on the job market. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service …The rags-to-riches South African company Steinhoff, which owns American chain Mattress Firm, has seen its share price plunge 80 percent after revelations of accounting irregularities. Today, lenders might decide whether to save the company or force it to sell all of its assets. Then, one of London’s biggest boardroom battles in years reaches a climax today as shareholders vote on the future  of London Stock Exchange chairman Donald Brydon. Afterwards, we’ll take you to Catalonia where political parties are winding down campaigns ahead of an all-important election this week.  

(Markets Edition) Shortly into the trading day, the Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 were all up. We’ll talk to economist Julia Coronado, founder of Macropolicy Perspectives, about whether we can attribute some of this to the likely passage of the GOP’s tax bill. Afterwards, we’ll look at how in recent weeks, officials in Beijing, China have been evicting tens of thousands of migrant workers from “slums” — buildings deemed to be dangerous or not licensed for habitation.

(U.S. Edition) A power outage at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport this weekend led to the cancellation of more than a thousand flights, and not everything is back to normal yet. On today’s show, we’ll discuss some of the lingering effects. Afterwards, we’ll chat with author Shaun Rein about his latest book, “The War for China’s Wallet,” which examines the diplomatic opportunities China will be able to take advantage of as President Trump looks more toward the United State’s domestic issues. Then, we’ll look at how tax planners and preparers are dealing with clients in the midst of the GOP’s push to get their tax bill signed into law.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service…South Africa’s governing African National Congress is choosing a new leader. We’ll take you to the region and tell you what the vote means for the languishing economy amid corruption allegations against the incumbent president. Then, cows that text? A look at the latest in wearable tech gadgets farmers are using to help look after their livestock. 

(Markets Edition) Republicans are still trying to hammer out the details of their tax overhaul, with some concerned about the expiration date for individual tax cuts and who will stay in the top tax bracket. Christopher Low, chief economist at FTN Financial, joined us to talk about how markets are feeling about it. According to them, this tax plan still seems to be on the path for passage, despite reservations from leaders in Congress. Afterwards, we’ll chat with Rico Gagliano and Brendan Francis Newnam from the American Public Media podcast “Dinner Party Download.” They have a new book out called “Brunch is Hell,” which’ll give you the tips you need to throw a successful dinner party. 

(U.S. Edition) The National Labor Relations Board has overturned a joint-employment standard that was set back in 2015 under Obama. We’ll look at how this decision will make it harder for contractors and workers at franchise businesses to form unions. Afterwards, we’ll discuss the rising number of people who are defaulting on their student loans, and then talk with BBC reporter Karishma Vaswani about the issue of sexual harassment in workplaces around the world.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … A day after plane maker Airbus secured a $12 billion deal from Delta, it announced a change of leadership. We’ll tell you what’s behind the shakeup, which comes amid a series of corruption allegations. Then, ever heard of “The Brussels Effect?” It refers to the regulatory power of the European Union, and we’ll explain why it will matter to Britain as it moves on to phase two of its Brexit negotiations. Afterwards, we’ll take you to Fukushima, where farmers there are still struggling to convince people their food is safe to eat nearly seven years after the nuclear disaster. 

(Markets Edition) Disney has confirmed it’s buying most of 21st Century Fox, which will give the media conglomerate a major advantage when it comes to sports and streaming. We’ll discuss whether this acquisition could give it what it needs to take on the likes of Netflix. Afterwards, we’ll look at what Fed Chair Janet Yellen had to say about the GOP’s tax overhaul and its potential effects on the economy. Plus: How some companies are canceling holiday parties amid the news of sexual harassment scandals.