WASHINGTON DC - The United States national debt is rapidly approaching an almost unimaginable milestone: $39 trillion. The number is so enormous that economists, policymakers and ordinary Americans alike often struggle to truly grasp what it represents. A trillion dollars is not merely “a lot of money.” It is wealth on a scale that defies
COLUMBUS - An Ohio courtroom battle over hemp-derived cannabinoid products is highlighting a much larger national fight that increasingly mirrors what businesses in Michigan’s hemp and cannabis industries say they are already facing. At issue is Ohio Senate Bill 56, a law that sharply restricts hemp-derived THC products including gummies, beverages, tinctures and vape products
ANN ARBOR - The artificial intelligence boom is fueling an unprecedented global race to build massive data centers. But while most of the public discussion has focused on electricity demand and water usage, researchers now say another environmental issue is rapidly emerging: heat. In some cases, that heat may be raising temperatures for miles around
DETROIT - A veteran Michigan journalist’s decades-old true crime investigation is heading to international television — and the story behind it may be just as gripping as the murders themselves. Author and former Detroit News columnist Tom Henderson's 2004 book Blood Justice has been selected as the focus of an upcoming BBC true-crime documentary series
Part 1 or a two-part series on the Chinese auto threat to Michigan. DETROIT - For generations, Detroit was the beating heart of American industrial power. In the decades following World War II, Michigan’s auto industry dominated not only the United States, but much of the global automobile market as well. During the 1950s and
WASHINGTON DC — The Pentagon’s latest release of classified files involving Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena — better known to most Americans as UFOs — is reopening one of the most controversial mysteries in modern history. The newly released material includes military reports, pilot encounters, intelligence assessments and historical government records tied to unexplained aerial sightings dating
LANSING - For decades, Michigan feared factory layoffs. Now economists, technology executives and workforce experts increasingly warn the next major employment disruption may hit office workers instead. Artificial intelligence is beginning to automate tasks once performed by accountants, programmers, marketing specialists, administrative assistants, customer service representatives, analysts and even some engineers — and some of
ANN ARBOR - In an age flooded with AI-generated content, authentic storytelling may be more valuable than ever For decades, veteran Michigan journalists Mike Brennan and Matt Roush have interviewed entrepreneurs, CEOs, engineers, innovators, investors, and policymakers shaping the future of business and technology. Now the longtime MITechTV co-hosts are launching a new venture designed
Whether you are managing a remote site or navigating deep backcountry, the right upgrades ensure you maintain a "calm, steady energy" throughout your journey. To truly master the environment, you need to focus on structural reliability, visibility, and the protection of your vital equipment. Here is our complete guide to the seven essential modifications for
Fly tying is an intricate art that requires not just skill but also the right tools, with the choice of thread being particularly crucial. A well-selected thread can enhance both the durability and appearance of fly lures, making fishing more productive. Understanding the properties and benefits of various fly tying threads will ensure beginners make
