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Alibaba, Tencent Kick the Tires on a New Idea—Keeping China’s Jalopies on the Road

September 19, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Alibaba, Tencent Kick the Tires on a New Idea—Keeping China’s Jalopies on the Road
China’s big tech companies are circling the auto-repair business in a bid to capture the boom in vehicle maintenance as the country’s vast car fleet begins to age.

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Companies’ New Back-to-Work Dilemma: Who Returns First?

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Companies’ New Back-to-Work Dilemma: Who Returns First?
Employers use algorithms and dashboards as they navigate liability concerns and bruised egos.

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U.S. Bans Chinese Apps TikTok and WeChat, Citing Security Concerns

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on U.S. Bans Chinese Apps TikTok and WeChat, Citing Security Concerns
The Trump administration will begin restricting downloads and use of popular Chinese-owned apps TikTok and WeChat late Sunday, in a move U.S. officials said arose from national security concerns but which drew objections for impinging on free-speech rights.

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Judge to Hear Arguments on Trump’s WeChat Restrictions

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Judge to Hear Arguments on Trump’s WeChat Restrictions
A California federal judge will hear arguments Friday as part of an emergency push to delay enforcement of President Trump’s order placing restrictions on the app WeChat.

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WeChat Ban Rattles Chinese Communities in U.S.

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on WeChat Ban Rattles Chinese Communities in U.S.
Many Chinese-Americans and U.S. businesses with a largely Chinese clientele say they rely on WeChat as their primary tool for keeping in touch with people in China and in Chinese communities throughout the world.

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Leadership Joplin City Tour

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

Leadership Joplin 2020 is back in action with the City Tour!  A huge thank you to the amazing local historian, Brad Belk.  He presented the narrative to the locations we visited and offered a wealth […]

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Joplin Trails Coalition To Host Ruby Jack Trail Jamboree To Celebrate Completion Of The Ruby Jack Trail Extension

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Come celebrate the completion of the Ruby Jack Trail extension with the Joplin Trails Coalition at the Ruby Jack Trail Jamboree! This 14-mile compacted limestone gravel trail now connects the cities of […]

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Joplin Area Chamber Of Commerce Announces 2020 Business Of The Year Awards, Sponsored By BKD CPAs & Advisors

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and BKD CPAs & Advisors are excited to present the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. This year, 22 member businesses were nominated by area business […]

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The Incredible Shrinking GM: Mary Barra Bets That Smaller Is Better

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Incredible Shrinking GM: Mary Barra Bets That Smaller Is Better
The CEO streamlined a company that for decades reigned as the world’s largest auto maker. Now, she is readying for the next big bet: electric cars.

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SoftBank Sells Brightstar, Carrying On Its Divestiture Spree

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on SoftBank Sells Brightstar, Carrying On Its Divestiture Spree
Japan’s SoftBank continued a remarkable string of asset sales, saying it is selling U.S.-based wireless-services unit Brightstar to a private-equity firm founded by a former Brightstar executive.

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  • Heineken Upbeat on Profit Plans Despite Continued Pressure on Beer Sales
    April 23, 2026 Comments Off on Heineken Upbeat on Profit Plans Despite Continued Pressure on Beer Sales
  • Billions in EV Write-Downs—and New Bonus Goal Posts for Detroit CEOs
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  • Inside the White House Deliberations Over Rescuing Spirit Airlines
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