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BP Appoints Former Devon Energy Chief David Hager as Nonexecutive Director

May 30, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on BP Appoints Former Devon Energy Chief David Hager as Nonexecutive Director
The naming of the U.S. oil executive comes at a time when BP is seeking to more than double its production of oil and gas in the country by the end of the decade.

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Ray-Ban Maker EssilorLuxottica to Buy Optegra in Medical AI Push

May 30, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Ray-Ban Maker EssilorLuxottica to Buy Optegra in Medical AI Push
The eyewear group said the deal further expands its reach beyond Ray-Bans, frames and lenses into AI-powered technologies and science-backed eyecare solutions.

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Elon Musk Is Leaving Washington. How That Affects Trump’s Agenda.

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Elon Musk Is Leaving Washington. How That Affects Trump’s Agenda.
During his brief stint in the Trump administration, the billionaire left a big mark on the government with his DOGE agency.

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How a Small Wine Importer Took On Trump’s Tariffs

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How a Small Wine Importer Took On Trump’s Tariffs
Business owner Victor Owen Schwartz teamed up with a libertarian legal group to fight in a landmark case.

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Ben & Jerry’s Calls Gaza Conflict a Genocide, Putting Unilever in a Tough Spot

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Ben & Jerry’s Calls Gaza Conflict a Genocide, Putting Unilever in a Tough Spot
Ben & Jerry’s independent board plans to post a statement expressing solidarity with protesters against deaths of Palestinians in Gaza.

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Southwest Missouri Bank Announces Sixth Year of Corley Grant Recipients

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Southwest Missouri Bank, trustee of the W.R. Corley Memorial Trust, has announced the sixth year of grants from the generous Trust set up by the late Bob Corley. Mr. Corley, who passed away in 2019, […]

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Mercy Named One of the Top 150 Places to Work in Health Care by ‘Becker’s Hospital Review’

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Mercy has once again been recognized as one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Health Care by Becker’s Hospital Review, a national publication that highlights excellence across the health care industry. The annual list […]

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Missouri Southern State University’s Choral Society to Begin Special 2025 Summer Session on June 2

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

The special summer session of the well-known mixed community chorus, the Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Choral Society begins on Monday, June 2 at 7:00 pm in room 208 of the Music building at MSSU. […]

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Community Support Services of Missouri to Host Rhythm & Brews 2025 on June 14

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) is excited to invite the community to the ultimate night of music, food, and fun! Join them on Friday, June 14 for Rhythm & Brews 2025, a night […]

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Wolters Kluwer to Buy Global Legal Software Provider Brightflag for $480 Million

May 29, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Wolters Kluwer to Buy Global Legal Software Provider Brightflag for $480 Million
The Amsterdam-listed information-services company is purchasing the AI-powered legal operations platform for $480 million.

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