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TikTok’s New Boss Takes Over a Very Hot Seat

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on TikTok’s New Boss Takes Over a Very Hot Seat
With the fate of the video-sharing app being debated at the highest levels in Washington, Beijing and Silicon Valley, interim head Vanessa Pappas is looking to keep things running amid the high-stakes geopolitical drama.

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Banking Is Now Ahead of Other Industries in Promoting Women

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Banking Is Now Ahead of Other Industries in Promoting Women
Citigroup’s appointment of Jane Fraser as its next chief executive reflects efforts to elevate women across banking, though many say work remains to transform the industry.

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Google’s Sundar Pichai Is a Really Nice Guy. Is That Enough?

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Google’s Sundar Pichai Is a Really Nice Guy. Is That Enough?
Those who know the chief executive say he’s a thoughtful, kind person whose low-key style helped him get the job. He’s now contending with possible antitrust lawsuits, a recent revenue drop and pressure to take the company in new directions.

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Help Raise Funds For Ronald McDonald House Charities

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Like most 2020 events, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States is doing things a little different in the interest of safety. 0.0K miles means that you can social distance (and […]

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Soroptimist International Begins Annual Nut Sale

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Soroptimist International of Joplin has begun its annual sale of delicious nuts and sweets. Nut sales kicked off on September 10 and orders are due by October 15. Contact a member or send […]

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City to Hold Annual Auction on Saturday, September 26

September 11, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin will hold its annual Auction on Saturday, September 26 beginning at 9:00 am. The Auction will be held in the Street Maintenance Barn located northwest of the Public […]

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Rio Tinto CEO to Step Down Amid Fallout Over Destruction of Ancient Rock Shelters

September 10, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Rio Tinto CEO to Step Down Amid Fallout Over Destruction of Ancient Rock Shelters
Rio Tinto said its chief executive would step down as it battles to contain the fallout from the destruction of two ancient rock shelters in northwestern Australia’s minerals-rich Pilbara region that were culturally significant to a local indigenous group.

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EBay Founder Pierre Omidyar Steps Down From Board

September 10, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on EBay Founder Pierre Omidyar Steps Down From Board
EBay founder Pierre Omidyar stepped down from the company’s board as part of a broader overhaul that also has Elliott Management partner Jesse Cohn leaving the board.

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Oracle Results Bolstered by Cloud-Computing Growth

September 10, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Oracle Results Bolstered by Cloud-Computing Growth
The company’s quarterly sales rose 2% as the business software company navigates changing customer spending habits.

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Google and Twitter Sharpen Tools to Stop False Claims About Election

September 10, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Google and Twitter Sharpen Tools to Stop False Claims About Election
Google and Twitter said they are taking additional steps to tamp down misinformation about the U.S. election, as tech platforms scramble to address an expected flood of false claims and misleading posts.

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