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The Leland House, a historic Detroit landmark, faces power shutoff, leaving residents homeless. Despite a last-minute loan, the buildings future remains uncertain, highlighting the struggle for affordable housing and the citys neglect of its residents.

Michigan State University receives record-breaking $411 million donation from Greg and Dawn Williams, the largest single commitment in the universitys history. The Williams family plans to invest an additional $100 million into Spartan Ventures, a new entity focused on revenue generation, innovation, and development. This generous gift reflects the Williams deep connection to the university and their belief in giving back to their community.

Eighty-eight-year-old Ed Bambas, a retired Army veteran, found himself back at work after his pension was wiped out in GMs 2009 bankruptcy. After a chance encounter with an influencer, Sam Weidenhofer, Bambas dream of a fulfilling retirement became a reality. Weidenhofer launched a crowdfunding campaign, raising over $1.7 million, allowing Bambas to retire and enjoy the life he deserves. Bambas lesson: Be polite to people.

The 2026 World Cup qualification process is heating up, with European teams battling for the final four spots. The playoffs, set for March 2026, will see sixteen teams compete in single-leg semi-finals and finals. Notable matchups include Italy vs. Northern Ireland, Ukraine vs. Sweden, and Denmark vs. North Macedonia. The winners will secure their place in the World Cup, making for a thrilling and high-stakes event.

Join us for the live World Cup Draw at the JFK Center, featuring celebrities like Heidi Klum, Kevin Hart, and Eli Manning. Sports legends assist in the draw, finalizing the group stage for the first forty-eight-team World Cup. Tune in to FOX platforms at twelve PM Eastern for musical performances and the exciting draw. The tournament runs from June eleventh to July nineteenth, with the final at MetLife Stadium.

Six spots remain for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be filled through playoff matches. Four European spots and two Intercontinental Playoff spots are up for grabs. The playoffs will feature teams from Asia, Africa, South America, Oceania, and CONCACAF, with the top two teams, Congo and Iraq, directly advancing to the playoff finals. The remaining four teams will compete in single-match elimination games, with winners facing the seeded teams in the semifinals. The finals will be held in Mexico, promising an electrifying atmosphere as teams battle for their World Cup dreams.

Delta Flights from Detroit Grounded Due to Network Issue, Causing Widespread Disruption

New Zealand police successfully recover diamond-encrusted Faberge egg from man who swallowed it during theft attempt, inspired by James Bond film Octopussy.

The Detroit Tigers are gearing up for a busy offseason at the Winter Meetings, with a focus on improving their offense despite their strong pitching performance. Despite re-signing Gleyber Torres, the teams offense struggled with high strikeouts and a poor whiff rate. Rumors suggest potential signings like Alex Bregman and trades for players like Ketel Marte, aiming to bolster their lineup and become big winners this offseason.