US Business
Boeing Sent Two Astronauts Into Space. Now It Needs to Get Them Home.
Helium leaks and thruster problems have prompted NASA and Boeing to delay the astronauts’ return on the company’s Starliner vehicle.
Month: June 2024
Entertainment
Joplin Little Theatre’s Spotlight for June 2024
This month, Joplin Little Theatre (JLT) has information about this month’s shows and auditions as well as details on their 2024 Children’s Theatre Workshop! Read more from their e-newsletter below. JLT Presents All-Kids Production of Once […]
US Business
Roberto Cavalli Bets on Bold Designs, Taylor-Swift Effect for Turnaround
Italian luxury-fashion label Roberto Cavalli is shunning quiet luxury and China, two of the industry’s most powerful engines, in its attempt to make a comeback—with a little help from Taylor Swift.
US Business
Adidas Probes Allegations of Corruption in China
Adidas is investigating potential compliance violations in China after an anonymous letter alleged senior executives in the country received millions of euros in kickbacks.
US Business
A Day in the Life of a California Fast-Food Manager Who Makes Up to $174,000
Mandated pay boosts for workers are helping reduce turnover at chains.
US Business
Finnish Insurer Sampo to Buy Topdanmark For $4.7 Billion
Sampo has agreed to buy Danish rival Topdanmark for $4.7 billion in an all-share deal, consolidating its position in the property and casualty insurance market.
US Business
ING Outlines Mid-Term Targets
ING expects to grow its income and for its return on equity to rise in the mid-term, as the lender detailed its financial targets to 2027.
Uncategorized
Remembering Beloved Joplin Public Library Teen Services Librarian, Beth Snow
(Joplin, MO) – It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce Beth Snow, beloved Teen Services Librarian of Joplin Public Library, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, after a long battle […]
Government
City of Joplin’s Offices Closed for Juneteenth Holiday on Wednesday, June 19
The City of Joplin’s offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. This includes the MAPS transportation services and the Recycling Center. All City services will resume their regularly […]
US Business
Electric-Vehicle Startup Fisker Files for Bankruptcy
Fisker ran out of cash after a failed effort to change its business model and find a financial savior.