US Business
Exxon Is Nearing Preliminary Deal to Invest in Venezuela’s Oil Fields
The company is negotiating a potential return to the Latin American country 19 years after its exit.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Harold Hamm’s Continental Resources Signs Preliminary Oil Deal in Venezuela
The company, led by one of President Trump’s closest allies in the U.S. oil industry, said it would explore one of Venezuela’s undeveloped oil fields.
US Business
Apple Finally Built a Smarter Siri. It Still Hasn’t Caught Up in the AI Race.
Siri finally works like a chatbot, but AI agent apps such as Instinct and Muse are stealing its thunder.
US Business
Americans Have Spent $100 Billion More on Fuel During the Iran War
Higher gasoline and diesel prices have led many families to save less and curb spending elsewhere.
US Business
American Businesses Have No Idea How to Set Prices Right Now
Businesses of all stripes are struggling to predict how long high energy costs will last.
US Business
Inside OpenAI’s Ad Rush
The artificial-intelligence company is adding tools and features to woo both top brands and smaller advertisers, with mixed results.
Events
Downtown Joplin Alliance Announces the Return of Restaurant Week on October 3, 2026
(Joplin, MO) – It’s time to eat, drink and Fall in Love with Local all over again! Downtown Joplin Alliance’s Restaurant Week is coming back to downtown Joplin this autumn and it’s the perfect season […]
US Business
Regulators Press Tesla on Whether Cybercab May Have Option for Human Control
Federal regulators have opened a probe into whether the steering wheel-free vehicle conflicts with safety standards.
Accounting
Forvis Mazars to Host Webinar on Tax Credits and Other Opportunities for Nonprofits on September 23
Join Forvis Mazars as they explore various tax incentives available for nonprofit organizations, including the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) and clean energy credits. Their team will also discuss state sales tax opportunities and unclaimed property […]
Community
Joplin Public Library Seeks Proposals for In-Library Coffee Shop
(Joplin, MO) – Some new may soon be brewing at the Joplin Public Library. As the Library approaches the 10-year anniversary of its current building, the Joplin Public Library is exploring the possibility of adding […]