US Business
U.S. House Committee Urges Two U.S. Banks to Withdraw From CATL’s Listing
A U.S. congressional committee has urged Bank of America and JPMorgan to pull out of working on the Chinese battery giant’s planned listing in Hong Kong.
Year: 2025
US Business
Apple Loses Ground in China’s Smartphone Market as Local Rivals Gain
Apple lost its top spot in China’s smartphone market, dethroned by local rival Xiaomi as Beijing’s consumption-boosting subsidies help buoy demand for cheaper products.
US Business
Out of the Tariff Turmoil, a Few Winners Emerge
Some small U.S. companies are seeing a boost in business from new trade barriers.
US Business
U.S. Moves Ahead With Plan to Charge Fees on Chinese Ships
The U.S. trade representative plans to charge ships for each voyage, not for each U.S. port call.
US Business
Judge Rules Google Operates Illegal Ad Monopoly
The tech giant faces multiple legal threats related to how it wields market power.
Events
City of Joplin’s Seeking Feedback on Recycling Efforts During Recycling Open House on May 6
The City of Joplin is asking residents to participate in discussions and surveys about their recycling experiences to help shape the future of local recycling efforts. City staff will host a booth at the April […]
Health Care
Freeman Auxiliary Presents $10,000 Check to Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States
(Joplin, MO) – Members of Freeman Auxiliary — the fundraising and project-driven arm of Freeman Health System — presented a $10,000 check to Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States officials Tuesday morning. Auxiliary […]
Events
One Joplin to Partner with Motive Matters for Reduced-Price Color Code Training for Nonprofits and Volunteers
One Joplin is partnering with Van and Tammy Benson of Motive Matters through a grant to offer reduced-price Color Code Training to nonprofit agencies and volunteers! Join them on Thursday, May 15 from 9:00 am […]
Education
Franklin Technology Center Students Eligible for New Pittsburg State University Scholarships
(Joplin, MO) – A new partnership between Pittsburg State University’s Crossland College of Technology and Franklin Technology Center (FTC) at Joplin High School will provide up to ten full-tuition scholarships for students working toward careers […]
US Business
Hermes Revenue Growth Slows as Trade Uncertainty Looms
Hermes reported higher revenue for the first quarter, but growth slowed amid an uncertain environment for the industry due to waning demand and the threat of U.S. tariffs.