Public radio’s longest-running daily global news program. About Contact Donate Meet the Team Privacy Terms of use ©2026 The World from PRX PRX is a 501(c)(3) organization recognized by the IRS: #263347402. The latest in the world of robotics Robot news has been coming fast and furious this month. One robot won a half-marathon in Beijing, and others captured a Russian position in Ukraine. And last week, we learned of a robotic arm that beat table-tennis champions at their own game. To learn about this moment in robotics, The World’s Host Carolyn Beeler spoke with Kenechukwu Mbanisi. He’s an assistant professor of robotics engineering at Olin College in Massachusetts. Science & Technology April 29, 2026 Updated: April 29, 2026 A robot crosses the finish line in the Beijing E-Town Half Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon held in the outskirts of Beijing, April 19, 2026. Robot news has been coming fast and furious this month. One robot won a half-marathon in Beijing.…