US Business
Charlie Kirk’s Newest Book Is a Hit—and Out of Stock on Amazon
The late conservative activist’s book, published Tuesday, is about honoring the sabbath.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Now Cracker Barrel Diehards Think the Food Isn’t Up to Scratch, Either
The embattled Southern-style chain is seeking to rebuild its critical holiday business after the logo controversy as it cuts its sales and profit outlook.
US Business
Navy Strikes Deal With Palantir for AI Overhaul of Submarine Maintenance
The award to the data-management company, valued at $448 million, is designed to make supply chains quicker and more efficient.
US Business
Thomas O. Hicks, Who Had Big Wins and Big Losses in Private Equity, Dies at 79
The Texan made a bundle on soft drinks and food, but flopped with sports and internet deals.
Economic Development
Missouri Department of Economic Development and Missouri Technology Corporation Announces Second Round of Missouri State Small Business Credit Initiative Funding
(Jefferson City, MO) – The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED), in coordination with the Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC), today announced the release of the second tranche of Missouri’s State Small Business Credit Initiative 2.0 […]
Community
Missouri Southern State University Choral Society to Host Winter Concert on December 14
(Joplin, MO) – The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Choral Society’s annual holiday concert will take place on Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm at First Community Church (2007 E. 15th Street). Celebrate the holiday […]
Education
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School Senior Receives QuestBridge Match Offer to Ivy League Institution
(Joplin, MO) – Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School (TJ) Senior Trenton Farley was named a QuestBridge Scholar and received a Match offer from his top-ranked college, Brown University, an Ivy League institution in Providence, Rhode […]
US Business
BAT Sets Out $1.73 Billion Share Buyback, Backs 2025 Targets
The FTSE 100 tobacco group said it would deliver 2% organic growth in revenue and adjusted profit for its operations in 2025.
US Business
Ford and Renault Team Up in Europe to Compete Against Low-Price Chinese Cars
The French carmaker will build two entry-level electric vehicles, part of a relaunch of Ford’s embattled European business.
US Business
Trump Says U.S. Will Allow Nvidia H200 Chip Sales to China, Get 25% Cut
The president’s decision to allow exports of the powerful chip comes after meeting last week with the company’s CEO, Jensen Huang.