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Missouri Southern State University’s Lion Co-op to Host Empty Bowls Fundraiser on April 8

March 30, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Lion Co-op will host its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8 at the Ron Richard Athletic Center on the MSSU campus. […]

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Joplin Schools Names New Assistant Principal at North Middle School

March 30, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools is pleased to announce the promotion of Brock Compton as the next assistant principal of North Middle School beginning in July 2026. Compton has taught in Joplin Schools since 2016, […]

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Community Support Services of Missouri to Host Rhythm & Brews on June 13 in Downtown Joplin

March 30, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) — Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) is bringing high-energy hits and coastal flavors to downtown Joplin for Rhythm & Brews 2026. Taking place Saturday, June 13, at 6:00 pm at the Harry […]

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BBVA to Sell Romania Business to Raiffeisen for $680 Million

March 30, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on BBVA to Sell Romania Business to Raiffeisen for $680 Million
The deal is set to make Raiffeisen’s Romanian subsidiary the third-largest bank in the country by total assets, the Austrian lender said Saturday.

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BYD Posts First Annual Profit Decline in Four Years

March 29, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on BYD Posts First Annual Profit Decline in Four Years
BYD’s shares were mixed in Hong Kong and Shenzhen after the company reported weaker-than-expected results for 2025, reflecting a challenging period for the automaker.

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Politico Picks an Insider as Its New Editor in Chief

March 29, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Politico Picks an Insider as Its New Editor in Chief
The publisher named executive Jonathan Greenberger to succeed co-founder and longtime Editor in Chief John Harris.

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Why the Cost of Your Coffee Has Soared—and Isn’t Going Down Soon

March 29, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Why the Cost of Your Coffee Has Soared—and Isn’t Going Down Soon
One roaster’s ride on the roller coaster of coffee pricing helps explain the many reasons consumers keep paying more for a cup of joe.

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Food Megamergers Hardly Ever Work. Could McCormick-Unilever Be Different?

March 29, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Food Megamergers Hardly Ever Work. Could McCormick-Unilever Be Different?
Combining with Unilever’s food division would remake McCormick into a global powerhouse, but the recent history of Big Food mergers hits a cautionary note.

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Norwegian Cruise Line to Overhaul Board After Truce With Elliott

March 29, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Norwegian Cruise Line to Overhaul Board After Truce With Elliott
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings said it will reshape its board after reaching a truce with activist Elliott Investment Management, as the cruise operator works to address operational missteps that have weighed on performance.

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How Trump Media Joined the Nuclear Industry’s Quest to Create a Star on Earth

March 28, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How Trump Media Joined the Nuclear Industry’s Quest to Create a Star on Earth
Fusion company TAE Technologies was facing a funding crunch last year when it found an unlikely partner.

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  • Mac-and-Cheese Disruptor Goodles to Be Acquired by Barilla
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  • Google Avoids Breakup of Dominant Ad Business
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