US Business
Lamb Weston Replaces CEO, Cuts Outlook
Lamb Weston Holdings said it was replacing its chief executive and slashing guidance again as demand for frozen potato products sputters, sending shares sharply lower.
Month: December 2024
US Business
Activist Investor Widens Call for Review of Rio Tinto’s Dual-Listing
Palliser Capital doubled down on its call for a review of Rio Tinto’s dual listing in London and Sydney, adding that it now has the backing of more than 100 shareholders.
US Business
Bunzl Warns of Hit From Deflationary Pressures
The distribution-and-outsourcing group expects an earnings hit from deflationary pressures persisting for longer than it anticipated.
US Business
Walmart Collaborates With Meituan to Boost China E-Commerce Sales
The U.S. retail giant has formed a strategic partnership with Meituan, and its goods will be available on the Chinese delivery company’s app.
US Business
Panic at the Pub as U.K. Suffers Guinness Shortage
The Irish stout has soared in popularity in recent years, thanks in part to a social-media phenomenon, but the surge in demand has led to shortages.
US Business
Volkswagen Labor Talks Continue
Volkswagen and labor leaders head into a second day of talks over cost cuts on Tuesday after negotiations that lasted late into Monday night ended without agreement.
US Business
Biden Administration Agrees to Record $15 Billion Loan to PG&E
The Energy Department loan would finance the California utility’s efforts to upgrade the power grid and reduce emissions.
Government
City of Joplin’s Tree Limb Drop-Off Site Open on December 20 and 21, and Monthly in 2025
The City of Joplin’s Free Drop-Off Site for Tree Limbs will be open Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21. Joplin residents can drop off tree limbs from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at 1702 […]
Events
Share the Gift of Life this Holiday Season at the Miracle of Giving Blood Drive
(Joplin, MO) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at 45 area health care facilities, is asking all eligible blood donors to give ahead […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System Auxiliary Volunteers Deliver Christmas Cheer to Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States
(Joplin, MO) – The true definition of Christmas — spreading joy to those in need — was on full display Tuesday morning as Freeman Health System Auxiliary volunteers made their annual trek to the Ronald […]