ng 346 new coronavirus deaths in the UK, taking total to 31,587 By news.sky.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:14:00 +0100 Another 346 people have died in the UK after testing positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to 31,587. Full Article
ng Domino’s will start delivering pizzas via an autonomous robot this fall By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2019 19:53:05 +0000 Domino's plans to start delivering pizzas using an autonomous, unmanned vehicle. The announcement is the latest example of technology companies using robots to deliver food. Full Article
ng Children battling cancer can’t always express their feelings. Now a robotic duck is doing it for them. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 12:00:37 +0000 Known as “My Special Aflac Duck,” the robot is merging play with tools that help doctors do their jobs. Full Article
ng Wearable technology started by tracking steps. Soon, it may allow your boss to track your performance. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:01:14 +0000 A team of researchers from Dartmouth say they’ve created a mobile sensing system — consisting of fitness bracelets, sensors and a custom app — that can measure employee performance with about 80 percent accuracy. Full Article
ng Google’s balloon project has a new test: Providing Internet access to ‘mountainous villagers’ in Kenya By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Jul 2019 20:43:31 +0000 Loon — an Internet-providing balloon service owned by Alphabet, Google’s parent company — will give “mountain villagers” in Kenya the opportunity to purchase 4G service. Full Article
ng A hit-and-run scooter crash nearly killed him. Now he’s fighting for the data that could reveal the rider’s identity. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:32:19 +0000 A Chicago cyclist was injured by an electric scooter rider who fled the scene. Now he's gone to court to get the city's scooter companies to turn over personal information about their riders and their history. Full Article
ng After death of YouTube star, Amazon will push for e-scooter safety warnings in the U.K. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 11:00:31 +0000 Amazon, the global e-commerce giant, will ask electronic scooter manufacturers to make clear in their online listings that their devices cannot be used on public roads. Full Article
ng The world is getting hotter. Can temperature-controlled clothing provide some relief? By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 18:08:31 +0000 Sony has introduced a new product called the Reon Pocket, which operates like a mobile air conditioner that fits inside clothing. Full Article
ng Amazon’s autonomous robots have started delivering packages in a new location: Southern California By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2019 19:30:22 +0000 After nearly eight months of knowledge-gathering street tests and thousands of successful deliveries, Amazon has announced that its delivery robots have begun delivering packages to customers in Irvine, Calif. Full Article
ng Zum, a ride-hailing company for kids, expands to six more U.S. cities, including D.C. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:00:15 +0000 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. Full Article
ng Hyundai’s solution for navigating traffic-clogged cities: Mounting an electric scooter on your car By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:00:40 +0000 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. Full Article
ng The newest hope to beat the traffic: a ‘flying’ water taxi that glides across town By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:00:48 +0000 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. Full Article
ng Three years ago it could barely walk. Now Atlas the humanoid robot is doing gymnastics. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2019 12:00:20 +0000 Three years ago it was barely walking. Now, Atlas, the humanoid robot from Boston Dynamics is performing gymnastic routines that mimic professional athletes. Full Article
ng Istanbul’s new airport is one of the world’s largest. A fleet of humanoid robots is helping passengers find their way around. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 10:00:26 +0000 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. Full Article
ng Caltech’s latest creation: A hovering, bird-like robot that could someday explore Mars By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 18:20:21 +0000 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. Full Article
ng It’s never been easier to avoid walking. A cargo-carrying robot might change that. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 13:00:56 +0000 A new robot from a Boston start-up is designed to make walking easier by carrying your belongings for you. Full Article
ng Tired of long lines? A Canadian grocery chain debuts Smart Carts with self-checkout. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:57:05 +0000 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. Full Article
ng California has 33 million acres of forest. This company is training artificial intelligence to scour it all for wildfire. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:00:34 +0000 As fires tear across California, a Silicon Valley technology company believes artificial intelligence could be the key to preventing them in the future. Full Article
ng The future of autonomous delivery may be unfolding in an unlikely place: Suburban Houston By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:00:57 +0000 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. Full Article
ng Banking that electric cars can also be cool, Ford introduces an all-electric Mustang By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 17:54:19 +0000 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. Full Article
ng At this Chinese hotel, the bellhops have been replaced by talking robots By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 16:04:46 +0000 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. Full Article
ng Boston Dynamics’ ‘terrifying’ robotic dogs have been put to work by at least one police agency By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:43:41 +0000 Boston Dynamics began began leasing their robotic dogs to the public this year. One of their first customers: The Massachusetts State Police. Full Article
ng NFL Week 4 betting tips: Target the Dolphins, Browns By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2018 15:09:26 +0000 Getting a jump on early lines can give bettors added value in their wagering. Here are three teams to focus on for Week 4. Full Article
ng NFL Week 4 ATS picks: The Patriots are no sure thing against the Dolphins By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Sep 2018 13:39:46 +0000 New England has a negative point differential heading into Week 4 for the first time since 2008. Full Article
ng Tiger Woods is a changed player. That’s good for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Sep 2018 21:00:56 +0000 “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. Full Article
ng NFL Week 5 betting tips: Target the Ravens and Patriots By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:39:58 +0000 Getting a jump on early lines can give bettors added value in their wagering. Here are three teams to focus on for Week 5. Full Article
ng NFL Week 6 betting tips: Target the Bears and Falcons By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 15:28:27 +0000 Khalil Mack has helped turn the Bears into a solid commodity in the betting market. Full Article
ng Week 7 betting tips: Chargers provide good value to win the AFC Conference By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:19:42 +0000 The work of Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers shouldn’t go unnoticed. Full Article
ng Under Jon Gruden, the Raiders are disappearing into a statistical black hole By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:22:00 +0000 A sputtering offense and a bad defense is causing the Raiders to be outscored by nearly eight points per game after adjusting for strength of schedule. Full Article
ng Week 8 betting tips: Redskins are set up for a long win streak By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2018 15:35:35 +0000 Washington is a good bet to win at least two of their next three games (42 percent chance), with 3-to-1 odds to win all three. Full Article
ng Here’s what’s behind the NBA’s scoring explosion By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:49:02 +0000 Teams are averaging 113.4 points per game, the highest output since the early 1970s. Full Article
ng LeBron James has never faced a challenge like winning with these Lakers By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:49:55 +0000 The Lakers rank near the bottom of the league in three-point percentage after three games and spreading out around the arc will not work for this team. Couple that with a fast pace and James's age and there are real concerns to address in L.A. Full Article
ng A World Series win would place 2018 Red Sox among MLB’s best teams ever By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:39:09 +0000 Since 1969, only 12 teams have recorded baseball’s best record and gone on to win a championship that same year. Just seven of those 12 won 108 or more games during the regular season. The Red Sox are two wins away from joining that elite company. Full Article
ng Week 9 fantasy football waiver wire is all about the passing game By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:29:32 +0000 A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd (Cincinnati Bengals) plus Odell Beckham Jr. (New York Giants) are among the top fantasy receivers off next week. Full Article
ng Week 9 NFL betting tips: Why the Seahawks may be worth a Super Bowl futures wager By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:43:45 +0000 The Seahawks are barely over .500, but they measure up in a critical statistic that has helped narrow the field of likely Super Bowl teams. Full Article
ng Four long shots for Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup races By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sat, 03 Nov 2018 10:00:19 +0000 Favorites have won 99 of 318 races (31 percent) in the Breeders’ Cup. Full Article
ng Week 10 waiver wire: A reborn running back and a magical QB highlight top options By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Nov 2018 21:39:17 +0000 The dismissal of coach Hue Jackson seems to have given Duke Johnson Jr. new life with the Browns. Full Article
ng Week 10 NFL betting tips: Saints trending up after big win over Rams By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:56:33 +0000 The Saints' defense has some work to do — it is allowing 2.5 points per drive, fourth-most in the NFL — but New Orleans compensates for that by scoring 3.3 points per drive on offense, second-most after the Kansas City Chiefs. Full Article
ng Week 12 waiver wire moves: A dual-threat QB and pass-catching RB are quite enticing By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:26:30 +0000 Lamar Jackson, the 2016 Heisman Trophy winner and first round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, produced 117 rushing yards against the Bengals. Fantasy owners should take notice. Full Article
ng Jimmy Butler is fitting into the 76ers' system seamlessly By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:23:32 +0000 Butler hasn't had much practice time with the 76ers, but he's already acclimating to their preferred way of playing and closing out wins. Full Article
ng Week 12 NFL betting tips: Andrew Luck and the Colts' win streak makes them a good value By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Nov 2018 16:47:14 +0000 The Colts' QB is playing at an MVP level, completing 83 of 112 attempts (74 percent) for 977 yards, 13 touchdowns and one interception during the Colts' four-game winning streak. Full Article
ng Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 12: Cowboys will have no trouble stopping the Redskins By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:07:29 +0000 Washington will be without their starting right guard, right tackle, left guard, left tackle, center and starting quarterback on Sunday, making the Dallas defense a very solid pickup. Full Article
ng NFL Week 12 ATS picks: Thanksgiving Day favorites are usually tough to beat By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:24:36 +0000 Since 2002, the year the league expanded to 32 teams, favorites playing on Thanksgiving are 28-12 against the spread. Full Article
ng Week 13 waiver wire tips: A newly minted starting RB is available. Snag him. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:43:59 +0000 The running back situation in Philadelphia is gaining clarity, and the starter is available in more than a third of fantasy leagues. Full Article
ng It’s time to stop sleeping on the Chargers’ Super Bowl chances By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:51:16 +0000 Since 2002, the first year the league expanded to 32 teams, the Chargers have made the playoffs six times, just one of which saw them advance further than the divisional round. That could change this season. Full Article
ng Bryce Harper and Manny Machado are going to get PAID. Machado should get paid more. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 14:14:11 +0000 Harper has had one spectacular season — earning him a unanimous MVP award in 2015 — surrounded by some very good but not great years. Machado, on the other hand, projects more favorably and doesn't carry a significant liability. Full Article
ng Week 13 NFL betting tips: Redskins' playoff odds look grim, but Ravens are taking off By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 18:16:00 +0000 Baltimore has a good chance at nine wins with 10 and possibly 11 wins within reach. Full Article
ng Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 13: Backup running backs take center stage By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:34:03 +0000 If you were relying on Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette to help you this week you’re going to need a back up plan. Full Article
ng NFL Week 13 ATS picks: Ravens’ defense makes them a strong play By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 17:09:25 +0000 The Baltimore defense has produced a very effective pass rush lately. Full Article
ng Week 14 waiver wire tips: Pass-catching back, defense with weak schedule are available By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 01:39:59 +0000 The Ravens' Ty Montgomery figures to take on a larger share of the workload in Baltimore over the remainder of the season. Full Article