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High-Speed Internet Boom Hits Low-Tech Snag: a Labor Shortage

January 31, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on High-Speed Internet Boom Hits Low-Tech Snag: a Labor Shortage
There aren’t enough linemen and other skilled workers to lay all the fiber-optic cable needed to achieve nationwide broadband internet.

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The CEO Steering Hyundai’s $26 Billion U.S. Bet—and Its Push Into Robots

January 31, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The CEO Steering Hyundai’s $26 Billion U.S. Bet—and Its Push Into Robots
In an interview, José Muñoz, the automaker’s first non-Korean leader, says he wants to build factories in the U.S. faster.

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News Quiz for Jan. 31

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What We Know So Far About the Latest Release of Epstein Files

January 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on What We Know So Far About the Latest Release of Epstein Files
The Justice Department has posted more than 800,000 records so far about its Epstein investigations online, including emails with Elon Musk and Bill Gates.

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX and xAI Are Planning a Megamerger of Rockets and AI

January 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Elon Musk’s SpaceX and xAI Are Planning a Megamerger of Rockets and AI
Combining Musk’s artificial-intelligence and space-exploration firms would be the latest tie-up of the entrepreneur’s companies

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UPS Finance Chief Says Delivery Giant Is Hard at Work Right-Sizing

January 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on UPS Finance Chief Says Delivery Giant Is Hard at Work Right-Sizing
‘The reality is with less volume, we need less positions,’ Brian Dykes says.

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Embassy Running Two Specials to Keep You and Your Team Warm This Winter!

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Looking to keep you and your team warm and branded this winter? Embassy 4 LLC is ready to help local business with two special offers on branded hats: Cozy Beanies are just $7.75 each, which […]

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Verizon Posts Strong Subscriber Gains Under New CEO

January 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Verizon Posts Strong Subscriber Gains Under New CEO
The mobile carrier beat Wall Street revenue expectations and is forecasting aggressive growth.

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Iger Has Told Associates He Plans to Leave CEO Role Before Contract Expires

January 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Iger Has Told Associates He Plans to Leave CEO Role Before Contract Expires
Disney’s board is planning to meet next week, where it is expected to vote on a new CEO.

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City of Joplin Invites the Community to the Opening of the Joplin History and Mineral Museum on February 6

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Join the City of Joplin on Friday, February 6, at the Joplin History and Mineral Museum’s Grand Reopening for the first look at two new additions and several remodeled and upgraded exhibits. The event begins at […]

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  • Coal Makes a Comeback, Fueled by War in the Middle East
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  • The World Is Awash in Bourbon. That’s a Problem for Big Booze.
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  • NextEra Energy Near Deal for Rival Utility Dominion
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