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Insight: How to make an ethical self-driving car

by Mark Buchanan Bloomberg Opinion February 16, 2020February 15, 2020

When a collision is inevitable, should a vehicle privilege the safety of its occupants or the people outside?

Party discipline and a coherent message matter more than popularity in the polls.

by Michael Hillard and Mark R. Swann Special to the Press Herald March 25, 2019March 25, 2019

Like many other Mainers with low-wage jobs, students are one unexpected expense away from having no money for food or rent.

by Alan Caron Special to the Telegram March 24, 2019March 23, 2019

Solar power, storage batteries and super-efficient appliances are riding into the state, and we should welcome them with open arms.

by Joseph Hennessey Special to the Telegram March 24, 2019March 23, 2019

Encourage those who struggle with reading, and foster the love of books in your own home as well.

by Sarah Gorham Special to the Telegram March 24, 2019March 23, 2019

Regrets haunt a passer-by saddened at the daily sight of Bo and Sam, chained to trees summer and winter.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal March 24, 2019March 23, 2019

A group calling themselves the Ugly Dogs raise money for schools when their hero goes dark on the trail.

by Jim Fossel March 24, 2019March 23, 2019

The group Stop the Corridor should be required to reveal its financing sources.

Loud, smart and funny women have always been told we’d be better off if we just calmed down and didn’t show off.

We encourage Gov. Mills, the Legislature and Maine citizens not to overlook the many advantages traditional wood heat has.