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Real-IKEA: Physical Fidelity is the Prerequisite for Robust Manipulation

Announce Type: new Abstract: Robotic manipulation robustness often founders on the physics gap between simplified simulations and the resistance-laden real world. In this work, we emphasize that physical realism in articulated interaction is an important ingredient for robust policy learning. We present Real-IKEA, a dataset and simulation framework designed with physical accuracy as a first-class goal.

‘Hallucinating inside a Scandinavian kindergarten’: my night alone in Ikea

Around 5,000 hopefuls logged on for the chance to sleep over in the furniture store’s Sydney pop up. Caitlin Cassidy scored a coveted stay, but could she keep her sanity?If you came of age in the early 2000s, you have probably seen 500 Days of Summer, an indie romcom that romanticised Ikea showrooms as the perfect place for a date.

NASA to pull an IKEA by dropping tons of plastic, metal, and glass on the Moon

NASA is advancing its Moon Base initiative, aiming to establish a permanent American presence on the lunar surface through up to 25 missions by 2029. The agency has awarded contracts to four companies, including Blue Origin, to deliver cargo, lunar terrain vehicles, and other hardware. This effort is part of a broader strategy to foster a "lunar economy" supported by corporate involvement.

Why businesses are offering 'Quiet Hour'

Why businesses are offering 'Quiet Hour' June 5, 2026Since the beginning of June, everything quiets down in German Ikea stores on Wednesdays between 5 and 7 p.m. — with no music to be heard, dimmer lights and no announcements over the PA system (except in the case of an emergency). All in all, customers and staff are experiencing less of a strain on their senses — and that's the whole idea behind the Quiet Hour. The concept stems from an initiative by the German association Gemeinsam...

Why businesses are offering 'quiet hours'

Why businesses are offering 'quiet hours' June 5, 2026Since the beginning of June, everything quiets down in German IKEA stores on Wednesdays between 5 and 7 p.m. — with no music to be heard, dimmer lights and no announcements over the PA system (except in the case of an emergency). All in all, customers and staff are experiencing less of a strain on their senses — and that's the whole idea behind the Quiet Hour. The concept stems from an initiative by the German association Gemeinsam...

ANNEKA RICE: 'Britain is more divided than ever but The Big Help Out brings hope'

AA Milne put it beautifully –“Piglet was so excited at the idea of being Useful that he forgot to be frightened any more." I’m writing my memoir and I realise there’s a strong theme – that the family you’re born into is only a starting point. As you go through life you join communities that enrich and hold you up – and many of my ‘families’ have been found through volunteering.

‘Excuse me, can I have my rug back?’ The agony of losing your furniture as well as your soulmate

Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for June 1, 2026 week - check list

Stock market recommendations: Astra Microwave, and Shaily Engineering Plastics have been recommended by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk as the top stocks to buy for the week starting June 1, 2026:Stock Name | Rating | CMP (Rs) | Target (Rs) | Upside (%) | Astra Microwave | Buy | 1381 | 1580 | 14% | Shaily Engineering Plastics | Buy | 2990 | 3404 | 14% | Astra MicrowaveASTRA delivered a strong FY26 performance, with results surpassing estimates due to better margins and a 29%...