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Bridging the Gap: Generosity Expands Access to Care at Kansas City University’s Oral Health Center

August 26, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

The goal is simple: everyone should be able to afford the care they need. At the Kansas City University (KCU) Oral Health Center (OHC), a community-driven initiative is transforming access to oral health services for […]

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Before Air India Crash, Soaring Demand for Travel Put Strain on Indian Pilots

August 26, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Before Air India Crash, Soaring Demand for Travel Put Strain on Indian Pilots
A boom in air travel in India meant pilots were often hitting the maximum hours allowed to fly, sometimes with insufficient rest.

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America’s Most Popular Furniture Brands Face More Tariffs

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on America’s Most Popular Furniture Brands Face More Tariffs
Shares in Wayfair, RH and Williams-Sonoma fell Monday. The White House clarified that the furniture-import probe has been under way since March.

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A Local Ice-Cream Chain Shows What American Brands Are Doing Wrong in China

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on A Local Ice-Cream Chain Shows What American Brands Are Doing Wrong in China
Priced at $4 a cup, less than Häagen-Dazs, Mr. Wild Man’s made-in-the-store gelato has shot ahead of its General Mills-owned rival in the past two years.

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The Costly Ingredient That Big Food Companies Are Processing: MAHA

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Costly Ingredient That Big Food Companies Are Processing: MAHA
Kellogg’s buyer weighs RFK Jr.’s attack on artificial dye and processed food. The ‘Food Babe’ targets the CEO.

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Perplexity Is Launching a New Revenue-Share Model for Publishers

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Perplexity Is Launching a New Revenue-Share Model for Publishers
Media companies will get paid out of a $42.5 million pool when their articles are used by Perplexity’s web browser.

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Freeman Health System Gives Update on Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, Inc.

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Fort Scott, KS) – In the past 30 days, Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, Inc. has achieved several significant milestones, bringing the six-bed emergency department and 10-bed acute care hospital closer to fruition. The multi-million-dollar project […]

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Visit Joplin Releases Lineup of September 2025 Events

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

What is a slang word for “nothing?” Well, “nix,” “nada,” and “zilch” come to mind. But, for September happenings in Joplin, no slang description is necessary. “September is a very busy month for local events. In […]

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Alcon Shares Fall After Guidance Trim on U.S. Trade Tariff Hit

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Alcon Shares Fall After Guidance Trim on U.S. Trade Tariff Hit
The Swiss eye-care giant said it expects a $100 million hit from tariffs this year.

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Amazon’s Big Bet on Groceries Isn’t a Knockout Blow for Rivals

August 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Amazon’s Big Bet on Groceries Isn’t a Knockout Blow for Rivals
The e-commerce giant is expanding significantly, but Instacart, DoorDash and Walmart have competitive strengths of their own.

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