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Robots dance the Macarena at Japan tech expo

The humanoid robots performed at the annual CEATEC exhibition in Chiba; the same news cycle had Japan's first female prime minister discussing her extra chore hours.

On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on BBN Overnight
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  1. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIn Chiba, Japan, humanoid robots performed the Macarena at the annual CEATEC technology exhibition, in step and apparently unpaid.

  2. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the robots get a dance break, and the prime minister is still folding laundry.

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