US Business
The Failed Crusade to Keep a Rare-Earths Mine Out of China’s Hands
The failure of one Western company to build a China-free rare-earths supply shows how Beijing has come to dominate the supply.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
This Year’s Thanksgiving Feast Could Actually Be Cheaper
Turkey, stuffing and cranberry prices are all lower, but skip the yams. Sweet potato prices have skyrocketed.
US Business
Owner of U.K.’s Daily Mail Nears Deal to Buy Rival Daily Telegraph
The $655 million deal would end a controversial sale process and create a powerhouse in British right-wing media.
US Business
How Taco Bell Knows Exactly What You Want to Eat at 2 a.m.
Liz Matthews is considered the GOAT of new product ideas, testing hundreds to develop viral hits like Doritos Locos Tacos and Baja Blast.
US Business
Hollywood Is Reeling—and These Movies Have Never Been So Popular
The PG rating has become the king of the box office. The entertainment business now relies on kids dragging their parents to theaters.
US Business
Tyson to Close One of the Biggest Beef-Processing Plants in the U.S.
The largest meat supplier in the U.S. has lost more than $425 million on beef this year, despite near record-high prices.
US Business
He Put On His Compression Socks—Then Sold $735 Million of Art
Auctioneer Oliver Barker has overseen viral moments and milestone art sales. This week, he had a hand in record-setting Gustav Klimt and Frida Kahlo purchases.
Events
Watered Gardens Ministries’ Marketplace Thrift Store to Hold Black Friday Weekend Sales on November 28 and 29
Watered Gardens Ministries is excited to announce that their Marketplace Thrift Store (220 W. 2nds Street) will be holding Black Friday sales all weekend after Thanksgiving! The community is invited to visit the Marketplace Thrift […]
Events
City of Joplin to Officially Open MOmentum Bike Park on November 24 with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Who’s ready to ride?! MOmentum Bike Park, the largest municipal facility of its kind in Missouri, will open to the public on Monday, November 24, 2025. The City of Joplin invites everyone to join them […]
Government
Joplin Health Department Continues WIC Contract
The Joplin City WIC announces that a contract continuance to provide WIC services for the federal fiscal year 2026 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Women, Infants and Children […]