DIY couples: Get paid $1,000 to build IKEA furniture together

This Valentine’s season, FinanceBuzz says it will pay the DIY duo $1000 for the work involved, and the couple will also be given a $1000 IKEA gift card to go toward the cost for furniture.

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The Nine features Maurielle Lue and Lee Thomas talking about the news that matters most to the city of Detroit. From pop culture to movies to big local and national news. We're talking about it all.

1 in 8 older Americans addicted to highly processed foods, poll finds

The researchers said a major reason highly-processed foods can be so addictive is that they can trigger the release of dopamine in the brain’s reward system at levels comparable to nicotine and alcohol.

Hundreds of sandwiches, snacks, and more recalled over listeria risk

The recall by Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC involves more than 400 products sold between Jan. 24 and Jan. 30 and distributed to several U.S. states.

Mackinac Island in running for best US island again -- How to vote

Mackinac Island is again running to be named the best island in the continental United States. You can vote now through Feb. 27.

Is the U.S. ready for a four-day work week?

New research shows a large majority of managers support a four-day system.

Feds propose rules to limit sugar in school meals

U.S. agriculture officials on Friday proposed new nutrition standards for school meals, including the first limits on added sugars, with a focus on sweetened foods such as cereals, yogurt, flavored milk and breakfast pastries.

US tells owners to park these old Honda models until air bags are fixed

Honda said it has reached out to the owners more than 18 million times with mailed notices, emails, phone calls and even home visits. The company says repairs are free and parts are available.

Dr Pepper launches new flavor: strawberries and cream

The new twist is "the original 23 flavors of Dr Pepper swirled with layers of refreshing strawberry flavor and a smooth, creamy finish."

Grand Army of the Republic building in Detroit to be home of new steakhouse

One of the most iconic buildings in Detroit is getting a tune-up with a return to a role as a gathering space. It was originally built in 1899.