Independent. Member-supported.
For the Pacific Northwest.

Independent.
Member-supported.

Your Voice Matters.

Will you help shape the future of OPB by taking our short six-question survey? It only takes a few minutes, and your input help will help us serve you better — tell us what matters most to you.

Giant robots battle it out in Detroit's Robowar

By Neda Ulaby (NPR)

March 13, 2026 2:47 p.m.

📨 Daily news in your inbox

Sign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.

Email

Please leave this field blank

Tags: Culture, Technology, Strange News, News

Federal funding for public media has been eliminated. Take action now and protect OPB's independent journalism and essential programs for everyone.

Make a Sustaining contribution now

About OPB

Help Center

Work With Us

Manage My Membership

Streaming Now

All Things Considered

Switch Stream: