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346 new coronavirus deaths in the UK, taking total to 31,587

Another 346 people have died in the UK after testing positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to 31,587.




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Domino’s will start delivering pizzas via an autonomous robot this fall

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.




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Children battling cancer can’t always express their feelings. Now a robotic duck is doing it for them.

Known as “My Special Aflac Duck,” the robot is merging play with tools that help doctors do their jobs.




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Wearable technology started by tracking steps. Soon, it may allow your boss to track your performance.

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.




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Google’s balloon project has a new test: Providing Internet access to ‘mountainous villagers’ in Kenya

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.




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A hit-and-run scooter crash nearly killed him. Now he’s fighting for the data that could reveal the rider’s identity.

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.




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After death of YouTube star, Amazon will push for e-scooter safety warnings in the U.K.

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.




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The world is getting hotter. Can temperature-controlled clothing provide some relief?

Sony has introduced a new product called the Reon Pocket, which operates like a mobile air conditioner that fits inside clothing.




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Amazon’s autonomous robots have started delivering packages in a new location: Southern California

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.




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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Week 7 betting tips: Chargers provide good value to win the AFC Conference

The work of Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers shouldn’t go unnoticed.




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Under Jon Gruden, the Raiders are disappearing into a statistical black hole

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.




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Week 8 betting tips: Redskins are set up for a long win streak

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.




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Here’s what’s behind the NBA’s scoring explosion

Teams are averaging 113.4 points per game, the highest output since the early 1970s.




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LeBron James has never faced a challenge like winning with these Lakers

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.




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A World Series win would place 2018 Red Sox among MLB’s best teams ever

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.




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Week 9 fantasy football waiver wire is all about the passing game

A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd (Cincinnati Bengals) plus Odell Beckham Jr. (New York Giants) are among the top fantasy receivers off next week.




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Week 9 NFL betting tips: Why the Seahawks may be worth a Super Bowl futures wager

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.




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Four long shots for Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup races

Favorites have won 99 of 318 races (31 percent) in the Breeders’ Cup.




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Week 10 waiver wire: A reborn running back and a magical QB highlight top options

The dismissal of coach Hue Jackson seems to have given Duke Johnson Jr. new life with the Browns.




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Week 10 NFL betting tips: Saints trending up after big win over Rams

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.




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Week 12 waiver wire moves: A dual-threat QB and pass-catching RB are quite enticing

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.




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Jimmy Butler is fitting into the 76ers' system seamlessly

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.




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Week 12 NFL betting tips: Andrew Luck and the Colts' win streak makes them a good value

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.




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Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 12: Cowboys will have no trouble stopping the Redskins

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.




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NFL Week 12 ATS picks: Thanksgiving Day favorites are usually tough to beat

Since 2002, the year the league expanded to 32 teams, favorites playing on Thanksgiving are 28-12 against the spread.




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Week 13 waiver wire tips: A newly minted starting RB is available. Snag him.

The running back situation in Philadelphia is gaining clarity, and the starter is available in more than a third of fantasy leagues.




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It’s time to stop sleeping on the Chargers’ Super Bowl chances

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.




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Bryce Harper and Manny Machado are going to get PAID. Machado should get paid more.

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.




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Week 13 NFL betting tips: Redskins' playoff odds look grim, but Ravens are taking off

Baltimore has a good chance at nine wins with 10 and possibly 11 wins within reach.




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Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 13: Backup running backs take center stage

If you were relying on Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette to help you this week you’re going to need a back up plan.




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NFL Week 13 ATS picks: Ravens’ defense makes them a strong play

The Baltimore defense has produced a very effective pass rush lately.




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Week 14 waiver wire tips: Pass-catching back, defense with weak schedule are available

The Ravens' Ty Montgomery figures to take on a larger share of the workload in Baltimore over the remainder of the season.