US Business
Why Musk Contends Twitter Can Disrupt Media Business
The billionaire says there is room for a faster rival, while skeptics counter that he risks alienating a key constituency of the social-media platform.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
More Workers Take Parental Leave as States, Employers Expand Eligibility
The number of workers taking parental leave is exploding, as more states mandate the benefit, and companies adopt leave policies to attract workers.
US Business
America Is Back in the Factory Business
Record spending on manufacturing construction heralds a made-in-the-U.S. rebound, stoked by green-energy incentives and concerns about foreign supply chains.
US Business
Cable-News Networks’ Ratings Soar Amid Trump Arraignment Coverage
Fox News sees 13% viewership spike in past week, while MSNBC and CNN were up 36% and 35% respectively.
US Business
McDonald’s Cuts Pay Packages, Closes Offices Alongside Layoffs
Job cuts and changes at the burger chain have affected employees in the U.S. and abroad and across departments.
Events
Celebrate Joplin Events for April 13 – 15
(Joplin, MO) – Although Joplin’s 150th birthday has passed, the celebrations are still going! Five events in three days will continue the recognition of Joplin’s Sesquicentennial. The Celebrations Commission, with support organizations and sponsors, welcomes […]
Entertainment
Connect2Culture’s March 2023 Performances Include The Reminders, Miss Jubilee & The Yas Yas Boys, and Piano Battle
(Joplin, MO) – Join Connect2Culture (C2C) for three incredible performances at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex this April! All of the following performances will be held in C2C’s home theater, the Beshore […]
US Business
Paramount Explores Sale of Majority Stake in Noggin Streaming Service
The potential sale comes as the entertainment conglomerate looks to give priority to Paramount+ and Pluto TV streaming platforms.
US Business
What Happened When Uber’s CEO Started Driving for Uber
Dara Khosrowshahi and other executives realized drivers’ complaints were valid. They revamped the app, helping Uber attract workers and extend its lead on Lyft. Driver pay remains a sticking point.
US Business
Samsung Forecasts Worst Profit in Over a Decade as Tech Slump Hits Memory Chips
The South Korean company said it would cut memory-chip production, joining rivals in addressing the supply glut.