US Business
The Fox News Defamation Trial: What to Know
Dominion Voting Systems’ $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News is headed to a jury trial. The case involves false election-fraud claims that aired on Fox News.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Economists Turn More Pessimistic on Inflation
Persistent inflation will keep interest rates elevated and recession risks high, the Journal’s latest survey of economists finds.
US Business
Why Apple Dominates the U.S. Smartphone Market
It’s not just lavish marketing and the threat of green bubbles—Apple’s commitment to supporting old phones has allowed it to capture a part of the market once cornered by inexpensive Android devices
Events
Children’s Center of Southwest Missouri Invites the Community to Monett Children’s Center Groundbreaking
The Children’s Center of Southwest Missouri team is excited to share that they will officially break ground on their Monett Child Advocacy Center renovation and remodel project on Tuesday, April 18 at 9:00 am! Thanks […]
US Business
SpaceX Rocket Set for Test Flight
SpaceX said it could try to launch Starship to space for the first time as soon as Monday.
US Business
Elon Musk Creates New Artificial Intelligence Company X.AI
The name of the new Nevada-incorporated organization suggests a link to the billionaire’s interest in an everything app.
Education
George Washington Carver National Monument Announces Art in the Park/Earth Day
(Diamond, MO) – You are invited to celebrate National Park Week, which takes place from April 22 to 30, by attending Art in the Park/Earth Day at George Washington Carver National Monument on Saturday, April […]
US Business
Sega Nears Deal For ‘Angry Birds’ Mobile Game Maker
The Japan-based entertainment conglomerate is expected to pay about $1 billion for Rovio Entertainment.
Events
Last Chance for Girl Scout Cookies in Joplin!
The Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is getting creative this year by ending the 2023 cookie season with a fun new event! They are hosting an exclusive business-to-business event on Friday, April 21. Cookies […]
US Business
Best Buy Lays Off Hundreds at Stores
The electronics and appliance retailer is working to lower costs and shift its business as more sales happen online.