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Trump Administration Asks McKinsey, BCG to Justify Consulting Contracts

June 26, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Trump Administration Asks McKinsey, BCG to Justify Consulting Contracts
The General Services Administration sent a letter to leaders of about a half dozen consulting companies, asking them to justify their work with the federal government and to propose cost savings.

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Fletcher Subaru Dealership Donates Blankets to Freeman Health System Cancer Patients

June 26, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Eighty blue-colored blankets, folded into hearts, were given as warm and fuzzy gifts to Freeman Health System patients undergoing chemotherapy at Cornell-Beshore Cancer Institute Wednesday afternoon. The plush blankets will be handed […]

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Shell in Early Talks to Acquire Rival BP

June 26, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Shell in Early Talks to Acquire Rival BP
A deal would be a landmark combination of two supermajor oil companies. Shell issued a formal stock exchange denial of takeover talks.

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City of Joplin and Joplin Police Department to Host Expungement Clinic on July 4, 2025

June 26, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

This Independence Day, eligible individuals have the opportunity to gain a fresh start at an Expungement Clinic designed to help clear qualifying criminal records. Hosted by the Joplin Police Department, the McPherson Law Firm, and The […]

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather

June 26, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Sacramento, CA) – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, […]

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Can Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ Movie Finally Deliver Apple a Big-Screen Hit?

June 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Can Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ Movie Finally Deliver Apple a Big-Screen Hit?
Six years after getting into entertainment, Apple lags behind its peers in streaming subscribers and mainstream appeal, despite lavish spending on A-list stars.

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Bezos and Blue Origin Try to Capitalize on Trump-Musk Split

June 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Bezos and Blue Origin Try to Capitalize on Trump-Musk Split
Jeff Bezos and his space company have talked to President Trump in recent weeks.

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Your Next Online Purchase Could Be Delivered by Delta

June 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Your Next Online Purchase Could Be Delivered by Delta
The airline now offers door-to-door delivery service for companies like Arezzo Shoes and Figs.

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New U.S. Accounting Rule to Establish How Companies Must Record Government Grants

June 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on New U.S. Accounting Rule to Establish How Companies Must Record Government Grants
Three FASB board members say the requirements don’t provide investors with adequate details on government assistance.

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Michaels Gets a Lifeline From Demise of Rivals and Pause on Tariffs

June 25, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Michaels Gets a Lifeline From Demise of Rivals and Pause on Tariffs
The arts-and-crafts retailer told its debtholders that same-store sales rose 2.3% in May quarter.

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  • Amazon in Talks to Buy AI Startup Decart for Around $7 Billion
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