US Business
China Is Going All-In to Beat the U.S. on Humanoid Robots
Elon Musk told investors that Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot will revolutionize the world. But most of it could belong to China, he warned.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Why a 175-Year-Old Glassmaker Is Suddenly an AI Superstar
Everyone told the company to sell its unprofitable fiber-optic business. Now that division is powering its stock to all-time highs.
US Business
When the FBI Arrested Epstein, He Called Kathryn Ruemmler
Documents show Ruemmler, now Goldman’s top lawyer, consulted Jeffrey Epstein on a relationship and potential new jobs while delivering legal and media advice.
US Business
Jennifer Garner’s Baby Food Brand Jumps in NYSE Debut
Shares of Once Upon a Farm, co-founded by the actress and a veteran food executive, jumped 20% in midday trading Friday after the IPO priced at $18 a share.
US Business
Justice Department Casts Wide Net on Netflix’s Business Practices in Merger Probe
As it probes bids for Warner, the department is asking if the streamer has engaged in conduct that could make it a monopoly.
Nonprofit
Soroptimist International of Joplin Announces 2026 Recipients of the Live Your Dream Award®
(Joplin, MO) — Soroptimist International of Joplin is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women®. Soroptimist International of Joplin awarded seven women with non-restricted funding […]
US Business
How Epstein Inserted Himself Into a Split Between Bill Gates and a Top Gates Adviser
Newly released documents show how deeply Epstein entangled himself in the software billionaire’s affairs.
Education
Missouri Southern State University and Fort Scott Community College Sign Agriculture Business Program ‘2+2’ Agreement
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) and Fort Scott Community College (FSCC) formalized a new academic partnership on January 30, 2026, during a signing ceremony held at FSCC in Fort Scott, Kansas. The agreement establishes a “2+2” transfer pathway […]
Banking & Finance
Financial Integrators to Host Two Events on February 17: Tax Advantaged Real Estate Investment Solutions and Happy Hour/Golf Outing
Financial Integrators invites the community to join them for two upcoming events on Tuesday, February 17: Tax Advantaged Real Estate Investment Solutions Golf Outing with Inland Securities and Financial Integrators Learn more about each event […]
Events
City of Joplin Sets Public Meeting for March 11 to Discuss Permit Renewal of Joplin’s Stormwater System
In accordance with State and Federal regulations, the City of Joplin intends to submit an application for the renewal of its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, which is set to expire in September […]