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Japanese researchers want to give granny a robotic monkey tail

Japanese researchers at Keio University have unveiled a robotic tail that has been designed to be worn by elderly people who struggle to maintain their balance.




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Meet ‘Mindar,’ the robotic Buddhist priest

A Japanese temple has settled on a new plan for connecting with the masses, one that channels ancient wisdom through the technology of the future.




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This Tesla owner wanted to control her Model 3. So she implanted a valet key in her arm.

A Texas woman wanted to control her Tesla Model 3. So she implanted part of the vehicle's valet key in her arm.




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‘Hey, Google! Let me talk to my departed father.’

If all goes according to plan, future generations will be able to interact with departed relatives using mobile devices or virtual assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa, asking the deceased questions, eliciting stories and drawing upon a lifetime’s worth of advice long after their physical body is gone.




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Zum, a ride-hailing company for kids, expands to six more U.S. cities, including D.C.

Zum announced that it is expanding to a half dozen other cities around the county, including San Diego, Miami, Phoenix, Dallas, Chicago and the D.C. area.




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Hyundai’s solution for navigating traffic-clogged cities: Mounting an electric scooter on your car

Hyundai, one of the world’s largest automakers, is exploring adding e-scooters to their vehicles. The company has released an e-scooter prototype that is charged using electricity produced while driving.




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Cities, not rural areas, are the real Internet deserts

The “digital divide” is back in the news, with both Democratic presidential candidates and incumbent government officials promising billions to provide high-speed Internet to millions of Americans in rural areas who don’t currently have access to it at home. The digital divide, however, is not a rural problem.




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The latest tool to help police develop empathy for the public: Virtual reality headsets

To help law enforcement officers resolve emergency situations, one company has created empathy training based in virtual reality.




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The newest hope to beat the traffic: a ‘flying’ water taxi that glides across town

The SeaBubble is a new form of urban transportation that could offer Parisians a watery alternative to hailing a taxi, driving a car or hopping on an electric scooter.




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Three years ago it could barely walk. Now Atlas the humanoid robot is doing gymnastics.

Three years ago it was barely walking. Now, Atlas, the humanoid robot from Boston Dynamics is performing gymnastic routines that mimic professional athletes.




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D.C.-area gas station shuts off the pumps and goes all-electric

RS Automotive will become the first service station in the nation to completely convert their equipment from offering gasoline to 100 percent electric power.




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Istanbul’s new airport is one of the world’s largest. A fleet of humanoid robots is helping passengers find their way around.

How do you help millions of passengers navigate one of the world's largest airports? In Turkey, the answer is a fleet of humanoid robots.




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Caltech’s latest creation: A hovering, bird-like robot that could someday explore Mars

Researchers at Caltech have unveiled a complex new robot with the ability move between flight and walking on two legs. The machine unique design was inspired by birds.




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It’s never been easier to avoid walking. A cargo-carrying robot might change that.

A new robot from a Boston start-up is designed to make walking easier by carrying your belongings for you.




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This robotic hand learned to solve a Rubik’s Cube on its own — just like a human.

The goal, researchers say, was to create a robot that learns the way humans do — through trial and error. Eventually, those robots could be used to complete tasks — in a warehouse or perhaps on the surface of a new planet — with more autonomy.




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Wanted: ‘Friendly’ human face for global army of humanoid robots. Apply within.

A British firm claims it has been hired by a mysterious robotics company to find the perfect face for a new fleet of humanoid robots.




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Tired of long lines? A Canadian grocery chain debuts Smart Carts with self-checkout.

A Canadian grocery chain says its introducing a fleet of intelligent grocery carts that scan and weigh products as customers place them in the cart.




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NBC’s latest gamble depends on the idea that you’ll want to shop while you watch TV

NBC has rolled out a new feature that allows people to shop while they watch television, but a question remains: will anybody use it?




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California has 33 million acres of forest. This company is training artificial intelligence to scour it all for wildfire.

As fires tear across California, a Silicon Valley technology company believes artificial intelligence could be the key to preventing them in the future.




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Fordham University business students have a new tool to prepare them for boardrooms: Virtual reality

Fordham University business students are using virtual reality to prepare them for boardrooms.




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The future of autonomous delivery may be unfolding in an unlikely place: Suburban Houston

For months now, Nuro’s robotically piloted vehicles have been quietly delivering groceries to restaurants and homes around Houston, the vehicles’ sensors mapping the city as they go.




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Banking that electric cars can also be cool, Ford introduces an all-electric Mustang

Ford Motor has unveiled the Mustang Mach-E, an all-electric sport utility vehicle that the company claims will have a range of at least 230 miles.




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At this Chinese hotel, the bellhops have been replaced by talking robots

Robots are showing up in more and more hotels all over the world. A Washington Post reporter's video captures what it's like to interact with one.




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Boston Dynamics’ ‘terrifying’ robotic dogs have been put to work by at least one police agency

Boston Dynamics began began leasing their robotic dogs to the public this year. One of their first customers: The Massachusetts State Police.




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Walmart teams with Nuro’s robot cars to deliver groceries in Houston

Walmart, the nation's largest employer, announced a partnership with Nuro, a Silicon Valley startup called this week. The two companies will begin delivering groceries to customers in Houston this year using autonomous vehicles.




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In Silicon Valley, some men say cosmetic procedures are essential to a career

Women have long felt the pressure of looking the part. Now men are feeling it, too.




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Four fantasy football quarterbacks to replace 49ers Jimmy Garoppolo

Garoppolo was forced to leave the game against the Chiefs after taking a hit in the fourth quarter.




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NFL Week 4 betting tips: Target the Dolphins, Browns

Getting a jump on early lines can give bettors added value in their wagering. Here are three teams to focus on for Week 4.




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Fantasy Football start/sit tips for Week 4: Rams won’t trouble Kirk Cousins

The Vikings will face off against the 3-0 Los Angeles Rams, which normally would trigger an automatic sit for any passing attack, but the Rams, on short rest, will be without cornerbacks Aqib Talib and Marcus Peters.




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The fantasy football players you need in your Week 4 lineup

Joe Flacco's the way to go if you need a quarterback this week. And yes, we know what you're thinking.




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NFL Week 4 ATS picks: The Patriots are no sure thing against the Dolphins

New England has a negative point differential heading into Week 4 for the first time since 2008.




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Jaguars are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 4

Expectations were high for Jacksonville heading into the season. The game charters at Pro Football Focus ranked them as the league’s top secondary, the second-best pass rush and the seventh-best run-stopping unit in 2018.




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Tiger Woods is a changed player. That’s good for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup.

“He’s a different Tiger Woods,” said U.S. vice captain Davis Love III, and his recent form as well as his demeanor appear to back that up.




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Rams QB Jared Goff is your top waiver wire priority for Week 5

Goff started the season with 941 yards and six touchdowns over his first three games then completed 26 of his 33 passes against the Minnesota Vikings for 465 yards and five touchdowns in Week 4.




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NHL 2018-19 preview: Playoff projections for every division

Here’s how the NHL season is projected to end — with a look at some key stats that could make all the difference.




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NFL Week 5 betting tips: Target the Ravens and Patriots

Getting a jump on early lines can give bettors added value in their wagering. Here are three teams to focus on for Week 5.




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Notre Dame joins the lead pack for College Football Playoff

With their win over the Cardinal, the Irish have elevated themselves into the top tier.




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Red Sox were the best team in MLB, but don’t bet on them to win the World Series

The Boston Red Sox won 108 games in 2018, the most in franchise history.




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Fantasy Football start/sit tips for Week 5: Start Redskins QB Alex Smith against the Saints

Smith has lived up to expectations in 2018, completing 66 of 96 passes (career-high 69 percent) for 767 yards, four touchdowns and one interception.




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Patriots are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 5

The Patriots put their stamp back on the AFC East after throttling the Miami Dolphins 38-7 on Sunday. The Colts are next.




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NFL Week 5 ATS picks: Packers prevail with Aaron Jones over Lions

Contrarian bettors are off to their best start through the first four weeks of the season since 2003.




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Jets WR Robby Anderson is your top waiver wire priority for Week 6

Anderson has had to face Darius Slay, Xavien Howard, Denzel Ward and Jalen Ramsey in coverage during the first four weeks of the season. Better days should be ahead, starting next week against the Colts.




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Alabama is still more likely to lose the national title than win it

People are talking about some College Football Playoff scenarios as though they're certainties. That needs to stop. As good as the Tide are, the odds are still not in their favor. (Yet.)




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NFL Week 6 betting tips: Target the Bears and Falcons

Khalil Mack has helped turn the Bears into a solid commodity in the betting market.




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In the 2018 NFL season, two is the new one

During the first five weeks of the season, NFL coaches, as a group, have made the choice to go for two points 47 times this year, 19 more than they did at this point of the season in 2017.




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Fantasy Football start/sit tips for Week 6: Avoid Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Prescott's touchdown rate is down and his interception rate is up for the second straight season.




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NFL Week 6 ATS picks: The Panthers should add to Redskins’ woes

Cam Newton is 4-0 against the Redskins, with 11 touchdowns (nine passing, two rushing) and zero interceptions for his career.




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Texans are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 6

Houston’s defensive front, featuring one-man wrecking crew J.J. Watt, has the sixth-highest adjusted sack rate.




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2018-19 NBA preview: LeBron James and the Lakers won’t dethrone the Warriors. Yet.

But they should make the playoffs!




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Waiver wire targets: Add Ito Smith immediately

Ito Smith is a solid addition for teams seeking backfield depth.