US Business
U.S. Cyber Firm FireEye Says It Was Breached by Nation-State Hackers
The cybersecurity company said the attack compromised its software tools used to test the defenses of its thousands of customers.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Former Allergan CEO’s SPAC Agrees to $1.1 Billion Merger With Beauty Products Company
A blank-check company backed by former Allergan Chief Executive Brent Saunders is set to merge with a private equity-backed health and beauty company in a deal valued at $1.1 billion.
Education
George Washington Carver National Monument Announces Theme of Third and Fourth Grade Art and Essay Contest
(Diamond, MO) – George Washington Carver National Monument, in partnership with the Department of Teacher Education at Missouri Southern State University, Spiva Center for the Arts, and the Carver Birthplace Association announces the George Washington […]
Events
Wreaths at Peace: Honoring Veterans at Historic Peace Church Cemetery
(Joplin, MO) – While flags are placed veterans’ headstones on holidays like Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day, the Christmas season gives us a reason to pause and decorate graves with evergreen wreaths. The evergreen is […]
US Business
TikTok Download Ban Is Blocked by Second Judge
The preliminary injunction stops the Commerce Department from implementing restrictions that would have essentially banned the app in the U.S.
US Business
Uber Sells Self-Driving-Car Unit to Autonomous-Driving Startup
As part of the deal for the unit, known as Advanced Technologies Group, or ATG, Uber will make a $400 million cash investment in Aurora Innovation.
US Business
MSNBC Names Rashida Jones President, Succeeding Phil Griffin
The cable executive is taking over from the news network’s 25-year chief, in a move that makes her one of the most prominent Black women in the industry.
US Business
Toll Brothers’ Home Sales Rise as Buyers Seek More Space
Low borrowing costs and Americans’ shifting living preferences during the pandemic have contributed to the luxury home builder’s sales growth.
Education
Crowder College to Host Virtual Showing of A Christmas Carol
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College’s Theatre Department is hosting a virtual presentation of A Christmas Carol, which will be available to view between December 14–26. This dramatic interpretation of the Christmas classic will be performed […]
Events
Missouri Office of Workforce Development Hosting Virtual Healthcare Industry Job Fair
(Joplin, MO) – On Tuesday, December 22, the Missouri Office of Workforce Development (OWD) will host a Return Strong Virtual Job Fair in partnership with the Missouri Hospital Association. This fair will specifically seek job […]