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Is a toy robot on your last-minute shopping list? There has been a robot revolution this holiday season, with lots of them to choose from. Your child may really want one, but which to pick? Consumer ...

If there’s one type of toy that has remained popular for many years, it’s dinosaur toys. These creatures offer a largely unrivaled appeal to children that has endured while trends come and go. From ...

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Last week, we learned the rules for the final round of DARPA’s Robotics Challenge. It was immediately apparent that we’re teetering on the precipice of a futuristic future, where robots can walk ...

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The researchers say that perception of robots is affected by popular culture (Picture: Unsplash) Robots can improve mental health at work depending on what they look like, according to a study.