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Boston Dynamics’ electric marvel or robot contortionist?

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6 months ago

April 18, 2024

Boston Dynamics has recently unveiled its latest creation, the electric Atlas robot, boasting enhanced agility and strength.

However, with its uncanny ability to contort and rise from the ground with an almost eerie grace, one might wonder if we’re witnessing the birth of the world’s first robot contortionist.

As this technological marvel flaunts its capabilities, one can’t help but ponder if we’re on the brink of a future where household chores will be effortlessly handled by robots moving like a fusion of ballet dancers and horror movie monsters.

With its cadaver-like movements and illuminated head, it’s hard not to speculate whether Atlas is destined to revolutionise robotics or simply rehearsing for a techno-horror rendition of The Nutcracker. As Boston Dynamics continues to push the boundaries of robotics, the line between science fiction and reality becomes increasingly blurred.

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‘Rust’ will premiere at the Polish film festival, three years after fatal incident

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8 hours ago

October 4, 2024

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The controversial film ‘Rust’, plagued by tragedy since 2021’s fatal on-set shooting involving Alec Baldwin, is finally set to premiere in Europe.

The movie faced extensive delays and legal challenges following the tragic incident that resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

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Biden is “discussing” support for Israel over Iran oil strike

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8 hours ago

October 4, 2024

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The Biden administration believes it’s still “appropriate” for Israel to continue its ground and air attacks on Hezbollah.

The Middle East is a tinder box as Israel retaliates to Iran’s bombing earlier this week as well as fighting Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis in Gaza, Lebanon and Yemen. But what are the economic and geo-political implications? #featured #trending

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Israel weighs response to Iran, Biden says he would not back nuclear site strikes

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15 hours ago

October 4, 2024

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After Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel–the country is weighing its response.

Tensions in the Middle East are surging after Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, marking a significant escalation in the region’s ongoing conflict.

This development has raised concerns about broader military confrontations, with global powers closely monitoring the situation.

The attack has intensified fears of a wider regional war, as Israel responds with its own military actions.

Ruthie Blum, a former adviser at the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a senior contributing editor at JNS, and the co-host of “Israel Undiplomatic” on JNS TV joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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