January 2022 – Joplin Business Outlook

Threat of Hard-Hitting Russia Sanctions Leaves U.S. Companies Planning for All Scenarios

January 31, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

U.S. companies with interests in Russia are rushing to draw up contingency plans as Washington threatens sanctions should President Vladimir Putin order troops into Ukraine.

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Sony to Buy ‘Halo’ Creator Bungie in $3.6 Billion Deal

January 31, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Sony Interactive Entertainment’s agreement to purchase the studio behind the Halo and Destiny franchises follows Microsoft’s move to acquire Activision Blizzard.

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EPA Moves to Restore Obama-Era Rules on Power Plants

January 31, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The Environmental Protection Agency says controlling toxic emissions reduces cancer risks and neurodevelopmental delays in children.

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Spotify’s Fate Is in the Stars

January 31, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The company’s market-value swing from the controversy between Joe Rogan and Neil Young underscores a new level of risk from its podcast focus.

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Crowder College Roughrider eNews – January 31, 2022

January 31, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – Stay up to date on news from Crowder College and know what’s happening on and off campus! Academics 1098-T forms are now available here. Need help with technology? Our Information Services group is available: 417.455.5712 […]

Joe Rogan Apologizes, Spotify Publishes Content Policy After Neil Young Outcry

January 30, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The podcaster pledged to be more balanced, while the streaming giant created a Covid-19 information hub.

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Elliott and Vista Near Deal to Buy Citrix Systems

January 30, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Elliott Management and Vista Equity Partners are near an agreement to pay $104 a share, or roughly $13 billion, for the software company, according to people familiar with the matter.

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