US Business
Why India Will Struggle to Reduce Its Reliance on Russian Oil
India relies on Russia for roughly a third of its oil imports, up from just 2% before Russia invaded Ukraine in early 2022.
Month: February 2026
US Business
America’s Critical-Minerals Strategy Looks Increasingly Chinese
The plan for the newly created U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve borrows from Beijing’s longstanding playbook.
US Business
New York and New Jersey Sue Administration for Withholding Gateway Tunnel Funding
The federal government froze the funds over what it said were diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
US Business
The Out-of-This-World Reasons for Elon Musk’s SpaceX Deal
The billionaire is turning to his old playbook to keep his AI ambitions aloft.
Entertainment
Connect2Culture’s February Performances Include Javon Jackson Quartet, Glenda Austin, and Aquila Theatre
With jazz from a Carthage native, a patriotic piano performance, and a thrilling mystery performance, February is the perfect time to fall in love with Connect2Culture! Learn more about their upcoming shows below. Javon Jackson […]
Education
Missouri Southern State University Expands Nursing Program with Support from Mercy Hospital Joplin
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is welcoming a new cohort of nursing students this semester as part of an expansion of its undergraduate nursing program. In addition to admitting a fall nursing cohort, MSSU is […]
Education
Crowder College to Host 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14; Area Employers Invited to Sign Up Now
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College would like to invite area businesses to participate in the Spring 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14, 2026. The event will be held from 9:30 am to […]
Education
University of Missouri Extension to Host Capital, Connections, and Capacity: What Missouri Entrepreneurs Can Access Right Now on February 13
What funding and support are available to Missouri entrepreneurs right now — and how do they connect to these resources? Join the University of Missouri Extension for an informative webinar on Friday, February 13 as […]
US Business
China Bans Retractable Door Handles on Cars as Safety Concerns Grow
Some consumers have found the feature, used by Tesla and Chinese EV makers, inconvenient or dangerous during accidents.
US Business
What Oracle Has to Lose From OpenAI and Nvidia’s Rocky Relationship
Nvidia’s OpenAI pivot puts Oracle’s accounting in the spotlight.