Columnists

Mark Palmer: how his hearing loss denial is causing friction in his family

Our columnist admits pride is preventing him from getting a hearing aid - much to the upset of his family and colleagues.

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Mark Palmer on AI and public speaking

As a fan of great oratory and public speaking, our columnist considers the folly of allowing AI to write wedding speeches.

Columnists

Mark Palmer on prolific exaggeration

Our columnist is the first to admit that he is prone to exaggeration. But how acceptable is it to embellish the truth?

Columnists

Mark Palmer on his attempts at being an entrepreneur

Our columnist says his great business ideas for his family are falling on deaf ears.