US Business
H&M Shares Plunge on Worsening Outlook
Hennes & Mauritz’s shares fell 13% after it made a weak start to its third quarter and warned that its performance would be hurt by rising raw material costs and adverse currency moves.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Lynas Bets on New Rare Earths Products, Breaking China Stranglehold
The Australia-listed company plans to separate two heavy rare earths used in electric vehicles and electronic gadgets at its plant in Malaysia.
Nonprofit
Joplin NALA Read Seeking Donations for Raffle Baskets for Annual Literacy Liftoff
Joplin NALA Read is excited to host their annual Literacy Liftoff event on Friday, September 13 at the soccer fields located at Missouri Southern State University. This fun, family-friendly event is free of charge and […]
Nonprofit
Support Watered Gardens Ministries and Celebrate Liberty by Purchasing Your Fireworks at Forge Center for Virtue & Work
Make plans to stop by and see the Watered Gardens Ministries team beginning Monday, July 1 through Thursday, July 4 from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm and purchase your fireworks from Forge center for Virtue […]
US Business
Nokia to Buy Infinera for $2.3 Billion to Boost Optical-Networks Arm
The deal, which is valued at $6.65 a share, is a 28% premium from Infinera’s stock price at the close of trading on Wednesday.
US Business
How Nike Missed the Boom in Running Culture
Runners say the sneaker giant has stepped back from the community, opening the door for Hoka, New Balance and others.
US Business
Walgreens Plans Major U.S. Store Closures; Shares Tumble
Shares of the pharmacy chain plummeted 25% after The Wall Street Journal reported the CEO’s plans and the company lowered its guidance for the full year.
US Business
Canada Orders Binding Arbitration to Resolve WestJet Labor Dispute
Canada’s Labor Minister ordered WestJet Airlines and the union representing the carrier’s maintenance engineers enter into binding arbitration on a new labor agreement, averting strike action during a holiday long-weekend in the country.
Government
Joplin Fire Department Reminds Citizens of Fireworks Guidelines and Safety Tips
As Independence Day approaches, citizens need to keep safety in mind as they handle fireworks to avoid any problems. To provide a safer environment for families, neighbors, and visitors to our community, the Joplin Fire […]
US Business
Yelp Doubles Down on Home Services as Restaurant Advertising Cools
The review site is planning to spend $40 million this year to grow its business with local-services companies such as plumbers, electricians and movers.