As we have pointed out previously, pirates based in Somalia remind us of an earlier group of freebooters, the Barbary Pirates of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. » Full Story

You’d think it would be a simple enough proposition: If you’re sick, stay home! Yet we know that some who come down with the ‘‘flu’’ will be tough and ‘‘gut it out’’ by going to work or, if a parent... » Full Story

The head of one of the most important divisions in the Michigan Department of Natural Resources had an encouraging message during a recent visit to the Upper Peninsula. » Full Story

It’s a familiar story to students of history, both young and old: At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, World War I came to an end as Germany signed the Armistice in 1918. » Full Story

More documents involved in the investigation of Wall Street con artist Bernard Madoff were released last week — and they confirm suspicions that federal regulators were asleep at the switch while... » Full Story

For the first time since 1975, Social Security recipients will not receive a cost-of-living adjustment. » Full Story

We hate to say it, but we told you so. Look at what is happening with the latest fiasco called passing a state budget and look at who is caught in the middle of the battle - our childre. » Full Story

Short of war, the possibilities for forcing Iran to abandon its nuclear weapons program appear to be very limited.

Tehran’s fanatic leaders may even welcome armed conflict. » Full Story

Last week, Gov. Jennifer Granholm issued an executive order creating the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment, effective Jan. 17, 2010. » Full Story

After enticing hundreds of thousands of veterans with new benefits, the new GI Bill is experiencing major problems. » Full Story