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Tesla’s Full Self-Driving System Will Only Be Available Via Subscription, Musk Says

January 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving System Will Only Be Available Via Subscription, Musk Says
The electric-vehicle maker currently offers the advanced driver-assistance features for a one-time payment of $8,000 or a subscription of $99 a month in the U.S.

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AI Can’t Touch These Skilled Trade Jobs. If Only Enough Humans Would Fill Them.

January 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on AI Can’t Touch These Skilled Trade Jobs. If Only Enough Humans Would Fill Them.
At Crane Stationery, the craft of high-precision engraving is in danger of becoming a lost art.

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Defense Company Czechoslovak Group Aims to Raise $873 Million in Amsterdam IPO

January 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Defense Company Czechoslovak Group Aims to Raise $873 Million in Amsterdam IPO
The defense company—a key supplier of ammunition—plans to list on Euronext Amsterdam in coming weeks.

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Saks Global Files for Bankruptcy, Undone by Debt and a Luxury Slump

January 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Saks Global Files for Bankruptcy, Undone by Debt and a Luxury Slump
The owner of Saks, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman becomes the highest-profile department-store chain to file for chapter 11 since the pandemic.

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Netflix Preparing to Make Warner Bid All-Cash

January 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Netflix Preparing to Make Warner Bid All-Cash
The companies had struck a $72 billion cash-and-stock deal in December.

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Former Neiman Marcus Chief Is Picked to Lead Saks Through Bankruptcy

January 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Former Neiman Marcus Chief Is Picked to Lead Saks Through Bankruptcy
Geoffroy van Raemdonck steered Neiman Marcus through its own chapter 11 proceedings before selling the luxury retailer to Saks in 2024.

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AI Startup Sued by Palantir Says Company Wants to ‘Scare Others’ From Leaving

January 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on AI Startup Sued by Palantir Says Company Wants to ‘Scare Others’ From Leaving
Percepta, founded by two ex-Palantir employees, says Palantir’s lawsuit hinges on an overly broad interpretation of employment agreements.

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Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University to Host 2026 Pitch Palooza; Seeking Contestants and Sponsors

January 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Calling all innovators, dreamers, and entrepreneurs! Pitch Palooza 2026 is officially on the calendar and Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is preparing for an exciting celebration of […]

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Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Governors Approves New Master of Social Work Program with Major Support from Freeman Health System

January 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Board of Governors approved the development of a new academic program, the Master of Social Work (MSW) with an integrative healthcare social work focus, supported by a major philanthropic commitment. The […]

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America’s Biggest Power Grid Operator Has an AI Problem—Too Many Data Centers

January 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on America’s Biggest Power Grid Operator Has an AI Problem—Too Many Data Centers
Increasing demand from the tech industry threatens to max out generation capacity in a 13-state region. Consumers are furious about rate increases.

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  • Trump Wants to Revive Keystone XL. The Industry Has a Different Plan.
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  • GM Ruled U.S. Auto Sales for 100 Years. Now Toyota Is Closing In.
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  • Inside the Collapse of a MAGA Marketplace Backed by Trump Jr.
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  • Walmart Adds to Wall Street Pressures With Weak Sales Growth
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  • Ajinomoto Foods North America Earns Great Place to Work Certification and Inspiring Workplaces Recognition for Second Consecutive Year
  • Crowder College’s Training & Development Solutions’ Training Opportunities for August and September 2026
  • Missouri Southern State University and Visit Joplin Announce Centennial Route 66 Balloon Festival on August 28–30
  • Spiva Center for the Arts to Host Inaugural Art on the Green Golf Classic on September 29
  • Trump Wants to Revive Keystone XL. The Industry Has a Different Plan.
  • GM Ruled U.S. Auto Sales for 100 Years. Now Toyota Is Closing In.
  • Inside the Collapse of a MAGA Marketplace Backed by Trump Jr.
  • Walmart Adds to Wall Street Pressures With Weak Sales Growth
  • Walmart Shares Slump on Weakest Sales Growth in Over Six Years
  • City of Joplin to Host 2026 Surplus Auction on September 19
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