US Business
Campbell’s Defends Its Ingredients After Chicken Controversy
The company said it placed an executive on temporary leave after he was allegedly caught on tape saying the company made “highly processed food” for “poor people.”
Year: 2025
Events
Joplin Parks and Recreation Department to Host Little Dribblers Basketball Classes for Toddlers Beginning in January
Joplin Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the return of their popular program, Little Dribblers! This four-week sessions meets every Tuesday in January beginning January 7 and ending January 28. During each class, […]
US Business
Walmart Is Exploring Bringing Ads to Sparky, Its New AI Shopping Agent
The retailer is looking for revenue opportunities in the shift to chatbot-guided e-commerce.
US Business
AI Startup Suno Inks Warner Music Deal, Settling Litigation
Suno agreed to acquire concert-discovery platform Songkick from Warner Music Group as part of the deal.
US Business
Bath & Body Works Bets on Aspiration, Influencers and Train-Station Scent Diffusers
The seller of candles, scents and soaps wants to market fewer products as it tries to position itself for long-term growth.
US Business
Senate Committee to Challenge Auto-Safety Mandates That Hurt ‘Affordability’
Republicans are questioning the value of some features, such as automatic braking and rear-seat reminders.
Community
Missouri Southern State University to Host Annual Holiday Happenings Event on December 4
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is excited to invite the community for their annual Holiday Happenings event on Thursday, December 4. Join them for a festive evening full of lights, music, food, and holiday cheer! […]
Entertainment
Connect2Culture Presents ‘Who Brought the Humbug’ on December 4
Join Connect2Culture on Thursday, December 4 for Who Brought the Humbug?, a high-energy, festive event for families that brings together your favorite holiday characters for an innovative, interactive performance that blends mystery with dancing, singing, and […]
US Business
KKR Consortium Sold Luxury Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo for Over $800 Million, Sources Say
The sale of the high-end hotel in the Japanese capital likely yielded twice the amount invested, people familiar with the situation said.
US Business
This Sneaker Brand Keeps Raising Prices—and Consumers Don’t Seem to Care
First, the Swiss company On outpaced Nike. Now it’s betting it can beat tariffs, too