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Techno tourism in Detroit – what do visitors owe the city that created the music?

In 1997, I was one of relatively few tourists in Detroit.

The Conversation

US homes used chlordane to kill termites until banned in 1988; a 2025 study found it still at toxic brain levels in 8 of 17 sick skunks caught around Detroit

Homes built before 1988 may harbor toxic chlordane in their soil, a pesticide banned in 1988 but persisting for decades. Recent studies reveal skunks in Detroit are dying from chlordane-induced neurotoxicosis, acting as an early warning for human health risks including cancer and neurological damage. Homeowners are urged to inquire…

The Times of India

‘I can out-dance Bowie and Jagger!’ Martha Reeves on Motown, Dancing in the Street and smashing crockery with Dusty Springfield

Now 84, the voice of Heat Wave and Jimmy Mack is releasing a new album. She answers your questions on Marvin Gaye, popularising the roundabout and why she hates cover versions of her songs

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New Michigan millionaire quit Detroit Lions-themed lottery. Then he ‘accidentally’ bought tickets that changed his life

He says he plans to take care of his family.

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General Motors layoffs: GM replaces over 1,000 workers with 50 robots at US flagship plant in Michigan, says "we are implementing..."

General Motors Detroit plant robots: General Motors has introduced 50 collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant, a move that has led to over 1,000 job cuts. While GM states these 'cobots' are designed to assist workers and improve conditions, the United Auto Workers union strongly criticizes the decision, viewing…

The Economic Times

91 Historic Photos That Show How Much These Places Have Changed

Just like humans are constantly evolving and learning more about themselves, places are changing as well. Your hometown probably looks like a completely different city from the one you grew up in, especially if you’ve been around for at least 50 years. So here’s a list of photos of iconic…

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"It's a national anthem of rock." The story of the Kiss classic inspired by the tragic death of a fan

Producer Bob Ezrin sang the guitar solo to Ace Frehley so he could learn it – and Detroit Rock City went on to become Kiss's second-most-played song

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Uber board sued over alleged 'serial' compliance failures, sexual abuse lawsuits

In a complaint filed in San Francisco federal court, shareholders led by a Detroit pension fund said ‌board members ignored ⁠repeated ⁠internal and external warnings about Uber's alleged failure to address sexual abuse by drivers.

The Economic Times

Deed fraud can cause vulnerable Detroiters to lose their homes – here’s why it’s hard to catch the thieves

Buying her first home on Detroit’s far east side in 2021 was the moment when a lifelong dream finally came within reach for Kim Page.

The Conversation

Kevin Warsh’s hawkish tone: What CEOs need to know about rates today

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Fortune

Detroit sisters - including one 9 months pregnant - stab restaurant worker for getting order wrong

An attorney for Brianna and Kierianna Long said the restaurant worker told them they ‘don’t give a f***’ about incorrect orders, according to a report

The Independent UK

Is DoorDash Down? Thousands of users report app outages and delivery problems across major US cities today- When will the services be up again?

DoorDash faced significant service disruptions on Tuesday morning. Thousands of users reported problems accessing the food delivery platform, with most issues stemming from the mobile app. Major cities like New York and Chicago were heavily impacted. DoorDash acknowledged the outage and stated its team was working to resolve the problem.…

The Economic Times

Two Detroit sisters, one nine months pregnant, are charged with stabbing a restaurant worker during a dispute over a wrong order

They also allegedly tried to pour hot grease on their head.

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Delta Air Lines flight carrying 187 passengers forced to divert after mysterious odour reported in cockpit

A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Detroit was forced to divert to North Carolina after the crew reported an unusual odour in the cockpit and declared an emergency.

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The Independent UK

Detroiter says ICE agents broke her knee, disputing agency’s account

A Venezuelan asylum seeker has contradicted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's account of her injuries during a recent encounter

The Independent UK

Former AP reporter Marlene Louise Johnson, who sued wire for discrimination, dies at age 89

Former Associated Press reporter Marlene Louise Johnson, whose lawsuit against the wire service for race and gender discrimination led to affirmative action plans to spur hiring of female, Black and Hispanic journalists, has died at 89

The Mary Sue

This Slept-on Comedy Returns Sooner Than Expected!

One of TV’s best comedies is coming back for season two, and the release date is closer than any of us expected. You could be forgiven for missing season 1 of Diarra From Detroit. The comedy stars Diarra Kilpatrick as an investigator a little out of her depth. After a…

The Independent UK

Opening of new Detroit-Canada bridge that Trump once threatened to block is now delayed

The Gordie Howe International Bridge had been slated to open to traffic later this month

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Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved 'issues'

The opening of a Canadian-U_S_ bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block has been delayed due to "outstanding issues."

The Independent UK

Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block may take longer to open than anticipated

Motorsport

BMW M Hybrid V8: Evaluating the impact of the latest evo package

BMW has introduced a comprehensive technical overhaul for its LMDh challenger. As the grid prepares for the Le Mans 24 Hours, in-depth analysis indicates that the German manufacturer is moving in the right direction

Fortune

America’s grid is reeling. General Motors offers itself as a distributed utility in disguise

As AI data centers strain the grid, GM wants to turn its EVs and batteries into a solution. Ford has a simpler plan—and the two Detroit rivals are betting on very different futures.

AAP

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new Canadian-built bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block will open at the end of the week

The Independent UK

Mark Carney announces opening date for Detroit bridge despite early threat from Trump

Construction has been underway since 2018, with the Canadian government fully funding the project

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"I told our producer, If Slash calls back, tell him I'm not there." Why Detroit rappers Insane Clown Posse blew off superfan Slash after getting him to play on their break-through album

"Our record label said, He's yesterday's news, you guys are something new"

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