Year: 2022
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.”
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.
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.
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, […]
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 […]
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.
Unilever Sets Out Ambition to Expand in Health Products
The Dove soap maker laid out its biggest strategic shift in years after disclosing a $68 billion approach for GlaxoSmithKline’s consumer-health business.
China GDP Grew 8.1% in 2021, Though Momentum Slowed in Fourth Quarter
China’s GDP grew just 4.0% in the fourth quarter compared with a year earlier, better than forecasts for 3.8% growth but lower than the 4.9% expansion recorded in the third quarter.
Loop, Suez to Build Recycled-Plastic Factory in France
Recycling startup Loop Industries plans to build a plant in France with waste-management company Suez, aiming to tap demand from businesses that want to reduce their plastic waste.
Short-Term Rentals Require Permit and License Starting January 24, 2022
(Joplin, MO) – A reminder to citizens who operate short-term rentals, such as Airbnb’s and VRBOs, that a new City of Joplin ordinance taking effect January 24, 2022, will require all short-term rentals to be permitted […]