Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is talking to UAW and carmakers to avert strike
Whitmer said the union and Detroit’s automakers should be able to forge a deal ahead of a Sept. 14 deadline, allowing the companies to stay profitable while also boosting pay......»»
Scientists finally succeed in growing dolomite in the lab by dissolving structural defects during growth
For 200 years, scientists have failed to grow a common mineral in the laboratory under the conditions believed to have formed it naturally. Now, a team of researchers from the University of Michigan and Hokkaido University in Sapporo, Japan have fina.....»»
If you"re trying to prevent an asteroid impact, the technical and political challenges are staggering
While preparing for the threat of an asteroid strike might seem like a hypothetical exercise, it's really not. The solar system has calmed down a lot from earlier times when impacts were more frequent. But it is only a matter of time before an astero.....»»
Five women got eye syphilis from the same man—raising questions
The cluster of rare cases suggests a new strain of syphilis may have spread. Here's a gripping conversation starter to bring up over your family's Thanksgiving feast this year: Health officials in Michigan have identified an.....»»
LaFontaine Automotive sells two Stellantis dealerships in Michigan
LaFontaine Automotive plans to use capital gained from divestitures to add dealerships in targeted markets......»»
Ford scales down EV battery plant in Michigan
The project in Marshall, Mich., is now expected to create 1,700 jobs, a 32 percent reduction from the 2,500 announced previously......»»
Auto suppliers closing plants, laying off 497 in Southeast Michigan
Four automotive suppliers are planning to close plants and lay off nearly 500 workers in Southeast Michigan, according to several WARN notices filed with the state......»»
Early Black Friday M3 MacBook Pro deals from $1,449, official MagSafe charger $29, more
Black Friday is just a week away, and the early discounts are here on Apple’s new M3 MacBook Pro. Pricing now starts at $1,449 to go alongside the same holiday offer on the official Apple MagSafe Charger at $29. And since we’re already talking ab.....»»
Smaller suppliers still at risk as industry ramps up after UAW strike
The ramp-up of parts production after the UAW strike will test the financial viability of smaller suppliers in the coming months, industry experts said......»»
Q&A: How chronic wasting disease threatens deer populations
With the firearm deer hunting season kicking off, many Michigan hunters have their minds set to bring home a winning whitetail. But for Sonja Christensen, an assistant professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife in Michigan State University.....»»
California scientists seek higher pay in 3-day strike drawing thousands of picketers
More than 1,000 state scientists in California took to the picket line Thursday on day two of a three-day strike, calling for higher wages for work they say often goes unrecognized in a state that sets environmental policy trends on the national and.....»»
You"re still going to be bullied for being a green bubble, even with RCS
Apple confirms the blue versus green bubble battle won't be over just because of RCS.Green bubbles aren't going anywhereThe blue iMessage text bubble is meant to tell the user when they are talking to another iPhone user. However, this handy tool has.....»»
UAW members ratify labor deal with Mack Trucks; strike ends after 39 days
The UAW and Mack Trucks had reached a tentative deal in October that included a 19 percent pay raise, but union workers overwhelmingly rejected it and went on a strike......»»
Thousands of California scientists strike over stalled contract talks
Thousands of scientists who work for California began a rolling three-day strike Wednesday—the first walkout by a state civil service union......»»
UAW deal with GM losing among production workers after 3 big plants vote no
With more than 17,000 votes in out of a possible 46,000, 51 percent of production workers are against the proposed contract. Large plants in Michigan, Texas, Indiana and Missouri have yet to vote......»»
Grab the new limited edition Nomad Strike Sport Apple Watch band before it’s gone
After launching a fun glow-in-the-dark limited edition Apple Watch Sport Band in August, Nomad is out with its latest batch of rare bands. The new limited edition Strike Sport Apple Watch Band blends some of the previous limited edition colorways int.....»»
UAW deal with GM losing among production workers after Tenn. plant votes no
With more than 17,000 votes in out of a possible 46,000, 51 percent of production workers are against the proposed contract. Large plants in Michigan, Texas, Indiana and Missouri have yet to vote......»»
2023 Champions Classic live stream: watch college basketball for free
Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, and Michigan State will play in college basketball's 2023 Champions Classic. Find out how to access a free live stream......»»
Big bang: Dutch firm eyes space baby
Climate crises, nuclear Armageddon, or a sudden meteor strike—it's clear humanity could do with Planet B. But first we need to learn to reproduce safely in space, says Dutch entrepreneur Egbert Edelbroek......»»
IIHS: Tall, flat vehicle fronts boost risk to pedestrians
Vehicles with taller front ends are more likely to kill pedestrians they strike than shorter-faced counterparts, but models of medium front-end height also pose an increased threat if they feature a flatter nose, according to a new study from the Ins.....»»
Magna, Unifor reach tentative deal at Stellantis seat supply factory in Canada
A Unifor strike at the Magna plant came on heels of a union ratification vote at Stellantis workplaces in Canada, which wrapped up three months of bargaining between Unifor and Ford, GM, and Stellantis......»»