19 h. ago Humanoid robots in the operating room could address surgery delays and staff shortages

As waiting rooms fill up, doctors get increasingly burned out, and surgeries take longer to schedule and more get canceled, humanoid surgical robots offer a solution. That's the argument that UC San Diego robotics expert Michael Yip makes in a perspective piece in Science Robotics.

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4 d. ago As Floods Hit, Key Roles Were Vacant at Weather Service Offices in Texas

Some experts say staff shortages might have complicated forecasters’ ability to coordinate responses with local emergency management officials.

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2 w. ago Ontario residents call on city leaders to address community's fear over immigration operations

Ontario residents call on city leaders to address community's fear over immigration operations  CBS News

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2 w. ago Humanoid robots handle quality checks and assembly at auto plant

Kepler Robotics has officially introduced its Forerunner K2 "Bumblebee" humanoid robot at the SAIC-GM automotive plant in Shanghai, marking a significant moment in the real-world deployment of advanced robotics.

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2 w. ago National Park Service struggles with staff shortages and possible budget cuts

As many parks enter their busiest season, the National Park Service struggles with staff shortages and potential budget cuts. NPR's A Martinez went to Joshua Tree to speak to those feeling the impact.

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3 w. ago Humanoid robot achieves controlled flight using jet engines and AI

The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) has reached a milestone in humanoid robotics by demonstrating the first flight of iRonCub3, the world's first jet-powered flying humanoid robot specifically designed to operate in real-world environments.

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last month Trump to address soldiers in North Carolina; LAPD says marines arrival an ‘operational challenge’ after hundreds deployed – live

Trump to address soldiers in North Carolina; LAPD says marines arrival an ‘operational challenge’ after hundreds deployed – live  The Guardian

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