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AstraZeneca Releases Covid-19 Vaccine Data Showing 76% Efficacy

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on AstraZeneca Releases Covid-19 Vaccine Data Showing 76% Efficacy
The shot’s performance in the updated data was in line with what the company had first reported. The results released earlier this week were questioned by an independent panel in the U.S.

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Intel Bets on Chip Boom Continuing After Covid-19

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Intel Bets on Chip Boom Continuing After Covid-19
The new CEO’s multibillion-dollar push to bolster chip-making comes as the U.S. government wants to strengthen the homegrown semiconductor industry.

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Slack Backtracks on New Way to Message Over Harassment Concern

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Slack Backtracks on New Way to Message Over Harassment Concern
The workplace chat pioneer says it made a mistake in how it rolled out a new direct-messaging function.

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Freeman Creates New Support Group for Caregivers

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System is proud to announce the creation of the Caregivers Support Group. There are 65.7 million people in the United States who act as caregivers. That is 29% of the […]

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Hot U.S. Economy, Supply Disruptions Pressure World’s Factories

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Hot U.S. Economy, Supply Disruptions Pressure World’s Factories
As resurgent economies and a burst in demand for consumer goods heap pressure on strained supply chains, a series of acute disruptions—including this week’s blockage of the Suez Canal—are set to worsen shortages and further push up prices.

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Severe Weather Preparedness Webinar Offered on March 30 and April 6

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

This year, the Springfield Office of the National Weather Service (NWS) is offering the webinar “Severe Weather Preparedness 101” for the public to view on Tuesday, March 30 and Tuesday, April 6. The webinar is […]

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Job-a-Palooza to Be Hosted on April 28

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Job-a-Palooza is coming to Joplin on Wednesday, April 28 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Northpark Mall.  This is an incredible one-day event that will be promoted on the AMI Radio […]

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The Best Printers for the Home—Say Goodbye to Ink Cartridges

March 24, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Best Printers for the Home—Say Goodbye to Ink Cartridges
Our columnist tested 10 home printers and survived to tell you about it. Her advice? Get an ink-tank printer from Epson or Brother.

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The Suez Canal Is Blocked by a Giant Container Ship

March 23, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Suez Canal Is Blocked by a Giant Container Ship
A giant boxship ran aground in the Suez Canal, blocking all vessel traffic and creating a backlog on one of the world’s busiest trade routes.

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Intel CEO Presses Turnaround Effort With $20 Billion Investment Plan

March 23, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Intel CEO Presses Turnaround Effort With $20 Billion Investment Plan
The chip maker plans to boost its reliance on outsourcing and renew its efforts to supply semiconductors to others.

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