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Drinks, ice cream freezer helps workers beat heat

A novel approach to beating the heat is proving to be cool place in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. Authorities there have opened a freezer full of bottled water and ice lollies for city workers. When it gets too hot, the designated groups, sanitation workers, policemen, couriers and food-deliverymen, can avail of the offerings free of charge. The freezer is kept well-stocked as demand soars with the rising mercury.

Robot talks to and serves restaurant customers