US Business
Amazon Faces Headquarters Controversy—This Time in Africa
The retail behemoth’s plans for a regional base in Cape Town is part of project igniting protest from local groups who say the site is sacred.
Year: 2021
US Business
FDA Clears Covid-19 Booster Shots From Pfizer for High-Risk People
The third dose of the vaccine was authorized for people who are 65 years or older or at high risk of severe Covid-19, including from their jobs.
US Business
Facebook’s Chief Technology Officer to Step Down
Mike Schroepfer, after 13 years at the company and serving as one of its top executives, is leaving the post to transition to a part-time role.
US Business
Employee Lawsuit Challenges United Airlines Over Vaccine Exemptions
A group of six employees sued the airline over its Covid-19 vaccine mandate, alleging that the airline hasn’t made reasonable accommodations for those seeking religious and medical exemptions.
Energy & Environment
Spire Shares Energy Saving Tips as Cooler Weather Approaches
(St. Louis, MO) — The first day of fall is here, and with cooler weather on the horizon, Spire is providing energy saving tips to help families stay warm while saving energy and money. Overall, […]
US Business
Workplace Automation Bots Gain Clout Amid Covid-19 Pandemic
The pandemic-fueled growth in the adoption of software robots designed to ease routine office work is making one task a lot easier for chief information officers: selling the idea to their corporate bosses.
Entertainment
Joplin Little Theatre Mid-Month Spotlight for September 2021
Joplin Little Theatre (JLT) is preparing for their first show of the 2021–2022 season! Tickets are still available for this performance, plus, several others. See details below! Tickets Still Available for Clue: On Stage Theatre-goers […]
US Business
Inside Amazon’s Department Store Plans: High-Tech Dressing Rooms
The online retailer’s bricks-and-mortar outlets could feature QR codes, touch screens and a nontraditional shopping experience.
US Business
U.S. Antitrust Suit Targets American-JetBlue Alliance
The lawsuit alleges that the carriers’ partnership threatens competition, while the companies say they are giving consumers choices.
US Business
The Elizabeth Holmes Trial: Jurors Hear First Patient Testimony About Theranos Blood Tests
An Arizona medical assistant described the impact she felt after receiving pregnancy-test results that she said were inaccurate.