US Business
Microsoft-Activision Deal Likely to Face Close Antitrust Scrutiny
The $75 billion acquisition will have to navigate a regulatory environment that has become less friendly to deal making, especially in the tech sector.
Month: January 2022
US Business
Pfizer’s New Covid-19 Pill Works Against Omicron in Lab
The drug’s main component worked in three separate laboratory studies, a potentially encouraging sign as the Omicron strain spreads.
US Business
Gilead Alleges Counterfeiting Ring Sold Its HIV Drugs
The drugmaker said that a network of little-known drug suppliers and distributors sold illicit and potentially dangerous fake versions of its HIV medicines that ended up in pharmacies and in the hands of patients.
Entertainment
Joplin Little Theatre Presents “Driving Miss Daisy”
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Little Theatre invites the community to the 1988 Pulitzer Prize winning play, Driving Miss Daisy, which will take the stage on February 2 – 6. The play, written by Alfred Uhry, […]
US Business
As Employers Scramble to Fill Jobs, Workers Relish a Feeling of Power
With plenty of companies hiring, workers are quitting their jobs in droves and starting their own ventures. “I refuse to accept a position that’s just a position.”
US Business
U.S. Airlines Seek Further 5G Rollout Delay
Carriers said in a letter to U.S. officials that current FAA flight-safety measures to accommodate the new wireless service could result in a significant disruption of their flight schedules this week.
US Business
Macellum Urges Kohl’s to Make Changes or Explore Sale
The activist investor is renewing a push to get the department-store chain to take action to boost its lagging stock, including altering its board.
Education
Wildcat Glades Friends Group Releases February 2022 Program List
(Joplin, MO) – Wildcat Glades Friends Group, along with other partners, will be hosting a hands-on preschool connections program, kids and adult yoga, a kids’ bird count, and a nature explorer’s event. Fishy, Fishy, Fishy February 23, […]
Events
Freeman Auxiliary Presents Galentine’s Day Sip & Shop
(Joplin, MO) – A night out with friends can also be an opportunity to support women in need at the Galentine’s Day Sip & Shop, presented by Freeman Health System Auxiliary. The Sip & Shop […]
US Business
Activision Pushes Out Dozens of Staff Over Misconduct
The videogame giant’s actions have come in the wake of pressure from investors, business partners and employees to address complaints over its handling of misconduct issues.