Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government is considering a policy to publicly name business managers or owners who violate Canada's labor rules as a measure to curb abuses of temporary foreign workers.

Foday Dumbuya, a designer born in Sierra Leone, is revolutionizing sportswear by combining classic British tailoring with West African influences, making both office and sports environments more stylish. His brand, Labrum, showcased its latest collection at the Tate Britain museum in London, attracting a constellation of celebrities and pop stars.

Davos becomes a challenging place to book a restaurant during the World Economic Forum, with top spots like Restaurant Gentiana and dining rooms at hotels such as Grischa and Morosani being pre-booked by companies. Options for walk-ins include Lokal, known for its whiskey-cheese sauce-topped burgers, and Ochsen, famous for its hot stone-cooked meats. Other notable mentions are Panorama at Schatzalp Hotel, La Carretta with its Italian menu, and the bar at Hotel Europe. Padrino offers wood-fired pizzas, while Stall Valär features a contemporary European menu. Jody’s, with its tapas-focused menu, is fully booked for the week.

Davos, a Swiss ski resort town, becomes a bustling hub during the World Economic Forum (WEF) from January 15-19, attracting high-profile attendees like Ajay Banga, Antony Blinken, Satya Nadella, Sam Altman, and Bill Winters. The influx makes dining reservations challenging, with top restaurants and hotels booked in advance. However, visitors can still find excellent dining options, including Lokal, Steakhouse Ochsen, and Panorama, which offer diverse menus and accommodate walk-ins. Affordable choices like Kaffee Klatsch and Pizzeria Padrino are also available. Some venues, like Stall Valär and Jody’s, are fully booked for private events, highlighting the need for early reservations for future visits.

More than 32 million additional people in the poorest countries now live on less than $1.90 a day due to the pandemic, according to the UN Conference on Trade and Development. The economic impact in the Least Developed Countries has been more devastating than the health crisis, with growth prospects cut from 5% to -0.4% this year. The combined merchandise trade deficit of the LDCs is forecast to exceed 2019’s record $91 billion. Falling income levels, widespread unemployment, and widening fiscal deficits have been exacerbated by the pandemic, making the poverty and social outcomes of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals a distant prospect. The report calls for governments in LDCs to focus on cushioning the impact of the recession and building resilience against future crises.

The article discusses the upcoming economic data releases in the U.S. due to the Thanksgiving holiday, Janet Yellen's anticipated coordination with the U.S. Federal Reserve as Treasury Secretary, and her support from progressive Democrats. It also highlights the impending resumption of student debt payments for 41 million borrowers unless new legislation or executive action is taken. Additionally, it covers Chileans preparing for a second round of early pension withdrawals after a similar measure earlier this year.

April Jackson, a former Miss Jamaica and founder of Wood & Water and SideChick in Brixton, highlights the cultural significance of sorrel during the holidays. Various Black chefs in the UK, including Khadim Mane of Little Baobab and Wilford Marous of Grill Shack & Tiki Bar, bring their traditional holiday dishes from Senegal, Haiti, and other regions to the UK, maintaining their cultural heritage. Dominic Taylor of Good Front Room and James Cochran of 12:51 Kitchen incorporate their Caribbean roots into their holiday menus. Helen Mebrate of Ammarech Spices and Lungile Mhlanga of Treats Club also showcase traditional dishes from Ethiopia and Zimbabwe, respectively, during the festive season.

The African Export-Import Bank has secured $1 billion to offset revenue losses for countries reducing cross-border tariffs under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Secretary-General Wamkele Mene announced that the fund aims to support countries by year-end, with plans to mobilize additional resources from global capital markets and development finance institutions. The AfCFTA, effective from January 1, seeks to enhance intra-African trade by reducing tariffs on 90% of goods and promoting investment. Despite concerns over revenue losses, a World Bank report indicates minimal short-term impacts on tariff and total tax revenues for most African countries.

A survey by the British Business Bank revealed that 61% of minority-owned enterprises in the U.K. paused or stopped work due to Covid-19, a rate significantly higher than White-owned businesses. The Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities reported that these businesses are less likely to seek funding due to perceived systemic disadvantages. The pandemic has highlighted inequalities in death rates, infections, and now business impacts among ethnic minorities. The Federation of Small Businesses emphasized the importance of supporting ethnic minority entrepreneurs for post-Covid recovery. Guljar Khan, a restaurant owner, expressed concerns about repaying Covid-19 related debts. The report also noted communication barriers between minority groups and banks, discouraging them from seeking financial help.

U.K. online sales surged in November as a new lockdown took effect, with web grocery sales up 97.4% year-on-year, driven by excitement around new consoles, video game releases, and extended Black Friday discounts. Supermarkets saw a nearly 20% increase as Britons stocked up early for Christmas. Despite overall consumer spending falling by 1.9%, online sales rose significantly across most categories. Physical stores and city center shopping areas struggled, with major retailers Debenhams and Arcadia Group collapsing. Confidence in financial situations remains high due to vaccine news, but post-Christmas confidence may wane due to Brexit and economic downturn impacts.