US Business
Does Facebook Polarize Users? Meta Disagrees With Partners Over Research Conclusions
The company and researchers differ regarding how to interpret the findings from studies of the 2020 presidential election.
Month: July 2023
Government
Closures Shift as West 32nd Street Widening Project Progresses
(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin’s West 32nd Street widening project’s progress continues. Starting Monday, July 31, West 32nd Street will be closed from Iron Gates/Arbor Road to the west side of the Westberry […]
Events
Gypsy’s Daughters Boutique to Host Ribbon Cutting on August 4
Gypsy’s Daughters Boutique is excited to invite the community to their ribbon cutting on Friday, August 4 as they celebrate their new membership with the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce at their store at 731 […]
Government
Focus on Improving Neighborhoods Brings Additional Staff to City Hall
(Joplin, MO) – To help address declining neighborhoods in Joplin, the City of Joplin is pleased to announce several new positions have been added to the Neighborhood Services Division, Building Division, and Planning Division. during […]
US Business
Nestlé Raised Prices More Than 9% in First Half of the Year
The world’s largest packaged food company said price hikes boosted sales and profitability, joining other consumer goods companies.
US Business
Netflix Reworks Microsoft Pact and Lowers Ad Prices
The streaming company is asking advertisers for patience as it tries to jump-start its $6.99 a month ad tier.
US Business
Mattel Needs Barbie’s Movie Magic to Lift Toy Sales
Partnerships and marketing blitz aim to power company past decline in quarterly sales and earnings.
US Business
Justice Department and EPA Probe Telecom Companies Over Lead Cables
EPA demands data under “Superfund” law, prompted by WSJ articles.
US Business
Meta Sees Ad Business Rebound but Warns of Higher Spending in Metaverse
The Facebook parent posted its highest quarterly sales growth in more than a year but also signaled that spending for its experimental metaverse unit will surge in 2024.
Marketing & Communications
BBB Business Tip: Protecting Your Business Social Media Phishing Scams
Scammers know that your online reputation can dramatically affect your business. That’s why they will often target your social media profiles with fake copyright infringement notices that prompt you to share your social media credentials. […]