US Business
Saks Global Files for Bankruptcy, Undone by Debt and a Luxury Slump
The owner of Saks, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman becomes the highest-profile department-store chain to file for chapter 11 since the pandemic.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Netflix Preparing to Make Warner Bid All-Cash
The companies had struck a $72 billion cash-and-stock deal in December.
US Business
Former Neiman Marcus Chief Is Picked to Lead Saks Through Bankruptcy
Geoffroy van Raemdonck steered Neiman Marcus through its own chapter 11 proceedings before selling the luxury retailer to Saks in 2024.
US Business
AI Startup Sued by Palantir Says Company Wants to ‘Scare Others’ From Leaving
Percepta, founded by two ex-Palantir employees, says Palantir’s lawsuit hinges on an overly broad interpretation of employment agreements.
Events
Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University to Host 2026 Pitch Palooza; Seeking Contestants and Sponsors
Calling all innovators, dreamers, and entrepreneurs! Pitch Palooza 2026 is officially on the calendar and Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is preparing for an exciting celebration of […]
Education
Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Governors Approves New Master of Social Work Program with Major Support from Freeman Health System
The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Board of Governors approved the development of a new academic program, the Master of Social Work (MSW) with an integrative healthcare social work focus, supported by a major philanthropic commitment. The […]
US Business
America’s Biggest Power Grid Operator Has an AI Problem—Too Many Data Centers
Increasing demand from the tech industry threatens to max out generation capacity in a 13-state region. Consumers are furious about rate increases.
US Business
Target’s Stores Become an ICE Battleground in Hometown Minneapolis
The retailer faces calls for action from some locals after two employees are detained on the job.
US Business
Here in Midland, Texas, the Last Thing Anyone Wants Is Cheap Venezuelan Oil
A boom-and-bust region is feeling the pinch from cheap oil, even as low prices help at the pump.
US Business
OpenAI Set to Run Another Super Bowl Ad as Chatbot Competition Heats Up
AI companies are engaged in an expensive arms race to attract users and alleviate public anxiety about the technology.