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Trace The Remarkable History Of The Humble Pencil

The classroom writing implement has roots in exploding stars, the French Revolution, the British crown jewels and Walden Pond.

Study claims recreational marijuana will produce a big boost in tax revenues in Michigan

Legalizing recreational marijuana would net half a billion dollars in new state tax revenue over its first five years, that's according to a new study.The…

The new strategy of some health plans for state employees is to pay hospitals a certain percentage above the basic Medicare reimbursement rate. It allows hospitals a small profit, the states say, while reducing costs to states and patients.

Health Plans For State Employees Use Medicare's Hammer On Hospital Bills

Some states have begun using Medicare reimbursement rates to recalibrate how they pay hospitals. If the gamble pays off, more private-sector employers could start doing the same thing.

Robert Mueller is one of the most decorated law enforcement officers of his generation and was the longest-serving FBI leader since J. Edgar Hoover.

Robert Mueller, Long A Sphinx, Speaks — Then Says It Was His Final Word

Mueller, a decorated veteran and long-serving prosecutor, returned to public life to lead the most-watched — and yet lowest-profile — Washington investigation in a generation.

Outside expert to review University of Michigan sexual misconduct policies

An outside expert will be hired to review the University of Michigan's polices and procedures related to sexual misconduct. U of M President Mark…

Big name politicians are campaigning in Michigan, but are they effective?

As Election Day draws near, big name national politicians are coming to Michigan to campaign for local candidates. Former President Barack Obama is…

In Nigeria's oil-rich Niger Delta, oil bunkering — the practice of siphoning oil from pipelines — has transformed parts of the once-thriving delta ecosystem into an ecological dead zone, according to the U.N. Environment Programme.

Oh dear: Photos show what humans have done to the planet

Some scientists say Earth has entered a new geological epoch — the Anthropocene era — defined by human impact on the global landscape. Three artists traveled to 22 countries to see what we've wrought.

Doctors often prescribe more opioid painkillers than necessary following surgery, for a variety of reasons.

Questioning A Doctor's Prescription For A Sore Knee: 90 Percocets

Following minor surgery, a Kaiser Health News columnist sees up close how easily doctors can prescribe opioid pain pills, and how such prescribing helps fuel the epidemic of opioid addiction.

Schuette, Whitmer spar in final gubernatorial debate

The second and final debate between the Republican and Democratic candidates for governor aired Wednesday night.Former state Senate Minority leader,…

Independent gubernatorial candidate Schleiger wants lower insurance rates, no new taxes

As we move towards the midterm elections on November 6th, Stateside has been having conversations with statewide candidates, including those running for…

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