How long before China is ready to deploy humanoid robot soldiers?

A Chinese robotics developer tells CBS News humanoids won't turn against humans as they're just machines: "It all depends on who controls them."…

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CBS News•

Chinese humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's sprint world record

Two human records were smashed by robots competing in the Olympics-like World Humanoid Robot Games in China.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CBS News

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France 24•

Humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record

Robots exceeded human records at the World Robot Games over the weekend in Beijing's Olympic speed skating arena as China showcased its dominance in the industry.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24

The Verge•

Humanoid robots smash Usain Bolt’s 100-meter record

The 9.58-second 100-meter dash record set by Usain Bolt in 2009 has been outpaced by Chinese robots participating at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge

Al Jazeera•

Algeria’s schools put Shakespeare before Molière in break from France

Algerian primary schools will begin teaching English before French for the first time, signalling a drift from France.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera

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Times of India•

US is building a fortress around China. Its shrinking missile stocks could be the weak link

The United States faces a critical precision weapon shortage. This deficit impacts its ability to deter Chinese aggression in the Pacific. Current global conflicts have depleted American military stockpiles significantly.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Al Jazeera•

Rain and flooding from Typhoon Narra hits China and Vietnam

Rain and flooding from Typhoon Narra hits China and Vietnam…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera