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Chip Makers Stockpiled Materials Ahead of Ukraine’s Invasion

March 13, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Chip Makers Stockpiled Materials Ahead of Ukraine’s Invasion
Production of raw materials vital to the semiconductor industry is concentrated in Russia and Ukraine—but after two years of shocks to their supply chain, chip makers were ready for turmoil.

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As Gas Prices Soar, Buyers Find Fewer Fuel-Efficient Car Options

March 13, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on As Gas Prices Soar, Buyers Find Fewer Fuel-Efficient Car Options
With SUV and truck sales booming in recent years, many car companies have scaled back small-car and sedan options; electric-vehicle choices also remain limited.

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NBC’s Peacock Finalizing Deal to Stream MLB Games in New Sunday Time Slot

March 13, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on NBC’s Peacock Finalizing Deal to Stream MLB Games in New Sunday Time Slot
NBCUniversal’s Peacock is finalizing a deal with Major League Baseball for exclusive rights to stream games in a new Sunday time slot, according to people familiar with the discussions, as the league looks to increase digital partnerships.

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U.S. Moves to Deny Russia ‘Most-Favored’ Trade Status

March 13, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on U.S. Moves to Deny Russia ‘Most-Favored’ Trade Status
The U.S. moved to sever normal trade ties with Russia—and ban imports of its seafood, vodka and diamonds—as it joined other countries in ratcheting up economic pressure on Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine.

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Western Drugmakers Are Still Providing Medicines to Russia

March 12, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Western Drugmakers Are Still Providing Medicines to Russia
Healthcare companies say they are duty-bound to continue supplying drugs, vaccines and medical equipment to Russia, though Western sanctions have thrown up hurdles.

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The Rise and Fall of the Management Visionary Behind Zappos

March 12, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Rise and Fall of the Management Visionary Behind Zappos
Tony Hsieh wanted to make the world a happier place. In the end he couldn’t find a sense of peace himself.

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How the Pandemic Broke Silicon Valley’s Stranglehold on Tech Jobs

March 12, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How the Pandemic Broke Silicon Valley’s Stranglehold on Tech Jobs
New research shows that the migration of tech talent from America’s “superstar cities” has begun in earnest, driven by the rise of remote work and the maturation of the internet and related technologies

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Uber Imposes New Customer Fees to Offset Gas Prices

March 11, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Uber Imposes New Customer Fees to Offset Gas Prices
The ride-hailing company is putting in place a fuel surcharge—a fixed rate per trip regardless of distance—for the next two months that goes directly to drivers.

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TAMKO Honors Joplin Police Officers with $25,000 Donation; Pledges to Match Funds Donated by Other Businesses and Its Employees

March 11, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

TAMKO Building Products is encouraging area businesses to join the company in support of the Joplin Police Department officers and their families following the tragic events of March 8. TAMKO has donated $25,000 to directly […]

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Third Thursday is Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day

March 11, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Downtown Joplin Alliance an its March sponsor, Leggett & Platt, will be “Going Green” for the first Third Thursday of the season. Set to take place next week on St. Patrick’s […]

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