Rep. David Boyer of Poland is sponsoring a bill that would enable Mainers to seek experience in a law office as a prerequisite to become a lawyer.
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Applications for unemployment rising, but still at low levels
The Labor Department reported Thursday that the number of applications has exceeded 200,000 since early February – above previous estimates.
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No driver? No problem. Robotaxis eye San Francisco expansion
Cruise, a subsidiary of GM, and Waymo, a spinoff from Google, still must navigate around potential roadblocks.
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New Ram electric pickup can go up to 500 miles on charge
The 654-horsepower truck also can travel from zero to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
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Biden says tech companies must ensure AI products are safe
His reminder reflects the emergence of easy-to-use tools that can generate manipulative content and realistic-looking synthetic media known as deepfakes.
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EPA tightens mercury emissions limits at coal-fired power plants
The proposed rule is expected to become final next year.
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FedEx will combine air, ground, other operations to slash costs
The company expects to realize savings of $4 billion during fiscal 2025.
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Swiss cutting up to $66 million in bonuses for top Credit Suisse executives
The troubled bank is heading toward a forced merger with rival UBS.
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Stocks mostly slip after latest signs of slowing economy
Weaker-than-expected reports on the health of U.S. services industries and the job market send bond yields lower, too.
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Paying for paradise? Hawaii mulls fees for ecotourism crush
Lawmakers are debating legislation that would require tourists to pay for a yearlong license or pass to visit state parks and trails.