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Mercy Hospital Carthage Welcomes Belinda Farmer as New Administrator

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Mercy Hospital Carthage is happy to announce the arrival of Belinda Farmer, who has joined Mercy as administrator of the critical access hospital. Farmer has been working in hospitals in various roles […]

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NASA Head Says WSJ Report of Musk’s Talks With Putin Should Be Investigated

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on NASA Head Says WSJ Report of Musk’s Talks With Putin Should Be Investigated
Bill Nelson said the account of multiple conversations between the billionaire and the Russian president was concerning.

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Boeing Explores Sale of Space Business

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Boeing Explores Sale of Space Business
New CEO seeks buyers for Starliner and other NASA projects in quest to rescue manufacturer.

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Miners BHP, Vale Sign $32 Billion Settlement for Deadly 2015 Dam Collapse

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Miners BHP, Vale Sign $32 Billion Settlement for Deadly 2015 Dam Collapse
The settlement between the two miners and the Brazilian government is the result of years of litigation after the dam collapse that killed 19 people and polluted more than 400 miles of river.

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Porsche AG Sales Fall Amid Slow EV Market, China Woes

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Porsche AG Sales Fall Amid Slow EV Market, China Woes
Porsche AG posted lower sales and operating profit as it faced challenges in China and a slower-than-expected shift to electric vehicles.

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Coach-Michael Kors Deal Blocked by Judge

October 25, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Coach-Michael Kors Deal Blocked by Judge
A federal court sides with the FTC, which argued that a Tapestry-Capri merger would raise prices for handbags.

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BBB Business Tip: Pick the Right Insurance Policy for Your New Small Business

October 24, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Business insurance protects your small business, both financially and legally. However, if you are starting out, navigating insurance policies can be tricky. Some kinds of insurance are required by law, others by your clients, and […]

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Unilever Backs Outlook After Sales Growth

October 24, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Unilever Backs Outlook After Sales Growth
The consumer goods giant reiterated its full-year guidance after underlying sales grew more than expected in the third quarter as shoppers welcomed easing price hikes and began buying more of the company’s branded products.

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Hermes Sales Rise 11% Despite Luxury Slowdown

October 24, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Hermes Sales Rise 11% Despite Luxury Slowdown
Hermes reported a rise in sales for the third quarter but looking ahead, it cautioned about global economic, geopolitical and monetary uncertainties.

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Equinor’s Key Profit Measure Lags Forecasts on Lower Oil Prices and Volumes

October 24, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Equinor’s Key Profit Measure Lags Forecasts on Lower Oil Prices and Volumes
The Norwegian energy major reported a sharper-than-expected decline in underlying profit for the third quarter as a drop in oil prices and sales volumes offset resilient gas production.

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