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Humanoid robots run a half-marathon for the first time

Chinese robots ran against humans in the world’s first humanoid half-marathon. They lost by a mile

More than 20 two-legged robots competed in the world’s first humanoid half-marathon in China on Saturday, and – though technologically impressive – they were far from outrunning their human masters over the long distance.

BBC on MSN · 5h

China races robots against humans in Beijing half marathon

Reuters on MSN · 9h

China pits humanoid robots against humans in half-marathon

By Eduardo Baptista and Alessandro Diviggiano BEIJING (Reuters) -Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.

Preparing your mind for running Boston Marathon

The Associated Press on MSN · 13h

Boston Marathon and city insist all are welcome. But some runners say politics will keep them home

The Boston Marathon and Mayor Michelle Wu insist that international runners and other foreign visitors remain welcome in the city

The Boston Globe · 16h

2025 Boston Marathon: Who are the top American runners to watch on Monday?

Ethiopia’s Sisay Lemma will look to defend his 2024 title, but will face plenty of competition from other elite runners, including Kenya’s Evans Chebet, who won the race in 2022 and 2023 and finished third in 2024.

Yahoo · 11h

Preparing your mind for running the Boston Marathon

As the Boston Marathon is only three days away, Mass General Sports Psychologist Dr. Jonathan Jenkins spoke to NewsCenter 5 and gave some advice to runners on how to mentally prepare for the race.

Police fire gun at 'vicious dog'

USA TODAY · 1d

Officer shoots at 'vicious dog' who tried to attack near Boston Marathon finish line

The incident happened around 9:20 a.m. Thursday as organizers and volunteers were working along the race course ahead of Monday's marathon.

The Boston Globe · 1d

Boston police shoot at ‘vicious dog’ near Marathon finish line: ‘The pit bull is on the loose there’

The dog was alive when police got it under control and placed it in the rear of a cruiser until city animal control personnel could take custody, according to police transmissions.

CBS Boston on MSN · 1d

Police fire shot at "vicious dog" near Boston Marathon finish line, use Taser to capture animal

A "vicious dog" evaded police officers near the Boston Marathon finish line on Thursday, prompting an officer to fire their gun.

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Boston Marathon excitement builds as runners from around the world arrive to pick up bibs

Ahead of the Boston Marathon on Monday, runners from all over the world arrived in Boston Friday to pick up their bibs.

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MarMon: How college students bring an unrivaled energy to the Boston Marathon

While runners will take to the streets for the 129th Boston Marathon, college students will be throwing some of the year’s ...

Running a marathon? Here's how to get your head around 26.2 miles

While that number demonstrates how tough it is to qualify for Boston, there are plenty of marathons in the United States on ...

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Spaulding Rehab nurse whose career is inspired by father's care will run Boston Marathon for patients

A nurse inspired to work at Spaulding Rehab after they treated her father will be running the Boston Marathon for them.

How to watch and follow the London Marathon 2025 on the BBC

Enjoy live coverage across the BBC as we celebrate one of the most eagerly anticipated events on the sporting calendar ...

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Here are all of the charities supported in the 2025 Boston Marathon

This year, 174 charities partnered with athletes to raise money ahead of the 129th Boston Marathon, with 18 new charities on ...

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Bungie Lifts NDA On ‘Marathon’ Closed Alpha Before Release Date

Bungie has decided the Marathon Closed Alpha does not need an NDA after all, as they want players to talk openly about the ...

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FBI says no credible threat against Monday's Boston Marathon, though vigilance urged

Officials said Friday there are no credible threats against Monday's Boston Marathon, but they are asking spectators and ...

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