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Sep 2023
10m 20s

The 'robotaxis' stopped by traffic cones

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Hi-tech cars fall victim to a low-tech community response. Plus - the miniature star that could transform clean energy.

Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.



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