43 m. ago Dexterous robotic hand integrates thermal, inertial and force sensors

While roboticists have introduced increasingly advanced systems over the past decades, most existing robots are not yet able to manipulate objects with the same dexterity and sensing ability as humans. This, in turn, adversely impacts their performance in various real-world tasks, ranging from household chores to the clearing of rubble after natural disasters and the assembly or performing maintenance tasks, particularly in high-temperature working environments such as steel mills and foundries, where elevated temperatures can significantly degrade performance and compromise the precision required for safe operations.

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2 h. ago Even After Bondi Gains Trump’s Backing, Her Survival Remains an Open Question

The sustained backlash has exposed the hazards of the attorney general’s focus on courting President Trump, with the assumption that he maintains the total backing of his base.

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3 h. ago This day in history: Creston, Washington's business district destroyed by fire. Testimony concluded in trial of man accused of killing Pasco judge

This day in history: Creston, Washington's business district destroyed by fire. Testimony concluded in trial of man accused of killing Pasco judge  The Spokesman-Review

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6 h. ago A massive rock from Mars landed on Earth. It sold for a record $5.3M.

A massive rock from Mars landed on Earth. It sold for a record $5.3M.  The Washington Post

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7 h. ago Apple News+ adds a new game that uses emoji and Genmoji to sovle puzzles

Released to coincide with World Emoji Day, the new Emoji Game is part logic, part word game that's inspired by how we use emojis to communicate.

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7 h. ago 2 Beverly parents file class action lawsuit after historic 12

The Beverly teachers’ actions teaches students “that they can ignore rules that are inconvenient to their selfish goals," their lawyer said. The post 2 Beverly parents file class action lawsuit after historic 12-day teachers strike appeared first on Boston.com.

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7 h. ago COUNTDOWN: Three days until West Seattle Grand Parade and Float Dodger 5K!

COUNTDOWN: Three days until West Seattle Grand Parade and Float Dodger 5K!  West Seattle Blog...

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9 h. ago Army vet calls for investigation after being detained for three days in ICE raid

Army vet calls for investigation after being detained for three days in ICE raid  Los Angeles Times

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13 h. ago WATCH: Raccoon with head stuck in jar rescued by Long Island animal lover

An animal lover helped out a baby raccoon that was seen roaming a Long Island neighborhood for at least two days with a jar stuck on its head.

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13 h. ago Man allegedly commits brutal murder just days after being freed by California's mental health laws

A Napa County case is highlighting tensions between mental health protections and public safety after suspect was charged with murder days after gaining immunity.

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13 h. ago Four Seahawks Rookies Pass Physicals One Day After Going On NFI List

Four Seahawks Rookies Pass Physicals One Day After Going On NFI List  Seattle Seahawks

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14 h. ago Trump administration ends 988 Lifeline's 'press 3' option for LGBTQ teens

A day after the third anniversary of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, it will stop providing specialized counseling service for LGBTQ+ youth. Lawmakers and mental health advocates are concerned that this will hurt access to mental health care for youth who are already more vulnerable to suicide than their peers.

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15 h. ago Live: Hottest day of 2025 (so far) is here in Western WA. What to know

Live: Hottest day of 2025 (so far) is here in Western WA. What to know  The Seattle Times

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16 h. ago Murder suspect arrested days after young boy's body found near dumpster in Panorama City, LAPD says

Murder suspect arrested days after young boy's body found near dumpster in Panorama City, LAPD says  ABC7 Los Angeles

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16 h. ago Seattle sees hottest day of the year. Here's what you need to know

Seattle sees hottest day of the year. Here's what you need to know  FOX 13 Seattle

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16 h. ago The Chaotic Early Days Inside Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Detention Center

Several immigrant detainees described high tension and anxiety at the remote, hastily constructed facility over a lack of information, recreation and access to medication.

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17 h. ago 600 Seventh Delivers Housing and Space for Small Businesses in San Francisco

600 Seventh Delivers Housing and Space for Small Businesses in San Francisco  Affordable Housing Finance

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18 h. ago Nvidia’s resumption of H20 chip sales related to rare earth element trade talks

U.S. Commerce Secretary said Nvidia's plans to start selling its H20 chips are tied to ongoing trade discussions with China regarding REEs.

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18 h. ago Dog lost in Alaskan wilderness found by pilot nine days later

Dog lost in Alaskan wilderness found by pilot nine days later  upi.com

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19 h. ago Slog AM: Today Might Be the Hottest Day of the Year, Seattle City Council Finds Time to Fucking Worry About Graffiti, ICE Is Making Life Miserable for LA Dogs

Slog AM: Today Might Be the Hottest Day of the Year, Seattle City Council Finds Time to Fucking Worry About Graffiti, ICE Is Making Life Miserable for LA Dogs  The Stranger: Seattle's Only Newspaper

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