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Boston Dynamics’ bipedal robot Atlas is now tossing tool bags around a (fake) construction site
Is Boston Dynamics slowly preparing to put its bipedal robots to work?
In a glossy new video, the company has shown off its prototype Atlas robot tossing planks and tool bags around in a fake construction site. In a second, behind-the-scenes video, Boston Dynamics’ team lead on Atlas, Scott Kuindersma, explained that the video is “meant to communicate an expansion of the research we’re doing on Atlas.” As ever, it’s important to note that these videos are rigorously planned and structured, with falls and mistakes edited out. But, as Kuindersma notes, it’s still a change of pace for Atlas.
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FIFA Rebukes NJ's Lefty Governor In Transportation Dispute
FIFA Rebukes NJ's Lefty Governor In Transportation Dispute
Authored by Luis Cornelio via Headline USA,
Leaders behind the 2026 FIFA World Cup rebuked New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill after she launched what appeared to be a social media campaign complaining that the state would be stuck footing the bill for public transportation tied to the event.
The 2026 World Cup is set to span multiple days, including eight matches at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium in June.
Estimates suggest the games could generate over $3 billion in economic impact for the region.
However, the state is expected to expand public transportation services, as...
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