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Pregame event at Peru soccer stadium leaves 1 dead and dozens others injured

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At least one person is dead and 60 others were injured at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium on Friday in Lima, Peru, authorities reported.

There seemed to be a crush of fans, as police said officers rescued people who were trapped as a result of the influx of fans in the south stands right before Alianza Lima played their biggest rival, Universitario, on Saturday. Fans attended a pregame “flag-waving event” at the stadium.

“We deeply regret the passing of our fan, Freddy Rony Cornetero Cueva. One of our own has left us, one of those who feel these colors in their soul. We accompany his family and loved ones with all our hearts,” Alianza Lima said in a statement on X on Saturday, which was translated to English.

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An ambulance is parked at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, after an accident in the stands during a rally of Alianza Lima fans. At least one person died and 47 others were injured, including three minors, according to Peru’s Ministry of Health. April 3, 2026. (Connie France/AFP via Getty Images)

The Ministry of Health initially reported the collapse of a wall inside the stadium, but both the team and the police denied that in separate statements. Fire brigadier Marcos Pajuelo said that dozens of injured people were taken to the hospital, in addition to the fatality.

He said the cause is currently unknown. Officials are investigating the cause of the incident.

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Relatives waiting at entrance of Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima

Relatives wait at the entrance of Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, after an accident in the stands during a rally of Alianza Lima fans before the match against Universitario. The Ministry of Health reported at least one death and that dozens of others were injured, including three minors. April 3, 2026. (Connie France/AFP via Getty Images)

In the club’s statement, they promised full transparency to the authorities.

Videos broadcast by local television stations showed a large crowd of fans in the south stands amid an explosion of fireworks. Other videos showed apparently injured people sitting in the stands inside the stadium.

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Relatives waiting at entrance of Alejandro Villanueva Stadium after accident

Relatives wait at the entrance of Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, after an accident in the stands during a rally of Alianza Lima fans. At least one person died and dozens of others were injured, including three minors, the Ministry of Health reported. April 3, 2026. (Connie France/AFP via Getty Images)

Despite the incident on Friday night, the Peruvian professional soccer league said the team’s match on Saturday will proceed as planned.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Universities hit as US, Israel ramp up attacks on Iran’s infrastructure | US-Israel war on Iran News

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Tehran, Iran – Inside the sprawling Shahid Beheshti University in northern Tehran, a research centre lies in ruins after warplanes bombed it.

The attack on Friday on the Laser and Plasma Research Institute of the elite higher education facility is part of a growing pattern of civilian sites targeted by the United States and Israel in their war on Iran.

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There were no casualties at the university because it was mostly empty after all classes across the country were moved online by the government until further notice. Dormitories nearby were lightly damaged.

The US and Israel did not officially divulge the rationale behind the attack, but Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, a senior theoretical physicist and nuclear scientist who was assassinated during the opening salvo of Israel’s 12-day war in June, was the director of a magneto-photonics lab there.

“This hostile act not only targets the security of academics and the country’s scientific environment, but is also a clear attack on reason, research, and freedom of thought,” the university said in a statement, calling on international peers to raise awareness about similar strikes.

The Laser and Plasma Research Institute of Shahid Beheshti University in northern Tehran's Evin area,
The Laser and Plasma Research Institute of Shahid Beheshti University is in northern Tehran’s Evin area [Maziar Motamedi/Al Jazeera]

Hossein Simaei Saraf, minister of science, research and technology, told reporters at the research centre on Saturday that parts of at least 30 universities have so far been impacted by US and Israeli strikes since the start of the war on February 28.

He said Iranian scientists have been targets for decades and pointed out that several more Shahid Beheshti University professors were assassinated by Israel during the 12-day war.

“Attacking universities and research centres means returning to the Stone Age,” the minister said in reference to a threat by US President Donald Trump to bomb Iran “back to the Stone Ages” by systematically hitting its infrastructure, including power plants.

Another major university attacked during the ongoing war was Tehran’s Science and Technology University, which saw one of its research centres reduced to rubble and other departments damaged a week ago. The facility worked on developing domestically made satellites.

The US and Israel also attacked the Pasteur Institute in downtown Tehran, which was founded more than 100 years ago in collaboration with the internationally renowned Institut Pasteur in Paris but now operates independently.

The institute works on infectious diseases, producing vaccines and biological products and providing advanced diagnostics.

The World Health Organization (WHO), which works with two of the institute’s departments as collaborating centres, confirmed that the institute “sustained significant damage and was rendered unable to continue delivering health services” but said no one was killed.

More than 20 attacks have targeted healthcare facilities in Iran since the start of March, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Friday, also pointing to the Delaram Sina Psychiatric Hospital, which sustained significant damage in a strike on Sunday.

A major pharmaceutical company was hit near Tehran this week. Iran’s government said the attack aimed to affect medicine supply lines while Israel claimed the company was linked to the production of chemical weapons.

US and Israeli attacks have also impacted schools, houses and businesses across the country, killing more than 2,000 people, according to Iranian authorities. Fighter jets flew at low altitudes over Tehran on Friday night, launching strikes that lit up the mountainous areas north of the capital.

Petrochemicals, steel factories destroyed

As a defiant Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz despite Trump’s repeated demands to reopen the waterway, the US and Israel are increasingly focusing their air attacks on economic targets that could have widespread ramifications for Iranian civilians.

Heavy bombardment on Saturday targeted the economic zone in the oil-rich city of Mahshahr, one of Iran’s most important industrial hubs and a key source of export revenue.

Multiple refineries were significantly damaged, and a local official said at least five people were wounded.

This comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasted that his military has “destroyed 70 percent of Iran’s steel production capacity” after putting two top manufacturers, including the largest in the Middle East, out of commission with multiple rounds of devastating strikes.

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Inside the Laser and Plasma Research Institute of Shahid Beheshti University [Maziar Motamedi/Al Jazeera]

On the same day, two rounds of large air raids significantly damaged the B1 bridge near Tehran. At least eight people were killed and more than 90 wounded in the attack, which came while a large number of civilian families were spending Sizdah Bedar, or Nature Day, together in the area.

The recently completed 136-metre-high (446ft-high) suspension bridge would have considerably cut traffic between Tehran and nearby Karaj and traffic moving towards provinces north of the capital, areas that are popular travel destinations. It was built by Iranian engineers over several years.

A US official told the Axios news website that the bridge was attacked because it was used by the Iranian armed forces to try to secretly move missiles and missile parts from Tehran to launch sites in western Iran and provide logistical support for the military in Tehran.

The bridge was on the verge of being inaugurated and had not yet opened to traffic.

Trump immediately celebrated its targeting by releasing a video of parts of the bridge collapsing and warned that there would be “much more to follow”.

On Saturday, he reminded Iran that there were 48 hours left on his deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or he would bomb Iran’s top electricity generation plants simultaneously and put them out of commission. He has also threatened to bomb water desalination plants. Those facilities and power plants are civilian targets that cannot be targeted under international law.

The commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who are managing the war and running the country backed by the government have emphasised that they will not surrender and will only escalate attacks across the region in retaliation.

Washington has also bombed the area of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant four times during the war with the latest strike on Saturday killing a guard and damaging a nearby structure without hitting the reactor. Several other civilian nuclear sites were also attacked and destroyed over the past week.

More than 100 US legal experts this week condemned strikes impacting civilians in Iran as raising “serious concerns about violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law” and also expressed concern about “the risk of atrocities across the region”.



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Ozzie Guillen moved to tears after number retirement surprise

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The Chicago White Sox have not been doing much winning in recent years, but one of their better moments came on Friday afternoon.

During the team’s home opener, CHSN broadcast live from Guaranteed Rate Field, with host Chuck Garfien joined by former manager Ozzie Guillen and White Sox legend Scott Podsednik.

Going into the bottom of the third, the broadcast team did a live hit, with Podsednik set to make an announcement at the desk that nobody knew was coming.

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Chicago White Sox former manager Ozzie Guillen during ceremonies to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship prior to a game against the Kansas City Royals at U.S Cellular Field. Kansas City won 7-6 in 13 innings. (Dennis Wierzbicki/USA TODAY Sports)

“I don’t know what this is about,” Podsednik said. “I have been asked to read what is in this envelope right here.

“The Chicago White Sox announce today that 2005 World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen will be honored on Saturday, August 8….”

Guillen could not help but crack a joke.

“Another bobblehead?” he asked.

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Former Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen throws a ceremonial first pitch before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, on Aug. 10, 2025. (Patrick Gorski/Imagn Images)

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But Podsednik continued.

“…with a special ceremony retiring his number 13 uniform.

“The shortstop who played for 13 seasons with the White Sox will be the 13th player in franchise history to have his number retired, and first manager. Mr. Ozzie Guillen, your legacy will forever be etched.”

The announcement was also heard on the stadium’s public address system, and the South Side faithful began chanting their beloved manager’s name as Podsednik and Guillen, wiping away tears, shared a hug.

“Oh my God, where’s my wife?” Guillen asked.

Former manager Ozzie Guillen standing on the field at Rate Field

Former manager Ozzie Guillen is honored with the 2005 World Series Chicago White Sox before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, on July 12, 2025. (Patrick Gorski/Imagn Images)

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“Wow. I don’t know how to react, how to say thank you to the White Sox organization. Wow.”

Guillen managed the White Sox to their first World Series victory in 88 years over the Houston Astros and has been an analyst for the team since 2019.

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NXT star Sol Ruca eyes main roster after Stand & Deliver

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WWE NXT star Sol Ruca has captivated fans with her high-flying moves since she made her debut in the brand and her prowess in the ring has landed her opportunities on the main roster.

She’s been on SmackDown, teaming with her former partner Zaria, she’s competed at the Evolution premium live event and John Cena chose her to compete on Saturday Night’s Main Event in December to feature future stars of the main roster.

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Sol Ruca makes her entrance during NXT’s Vengeance Day on March 7, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. (Matt Pendleton/WWE)

Ruca may not be long for NXT if her streak of entertaining matches continues.

But she told Fox News Digital that she trusts management to promote her when they decide she’s ready.

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Zaria and Sol Ruca standing in wrestling ring at WWE Performance Center

Zaria and Sol Ruca look on in ring during NXT at the WWE Performance Center on Feb. 3, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. (Conor Kvatek/WWE)

“I mean, yeah, absolutely,” she said when asked whether she could be on the main roster by 2027. “I think all of us in NXT, we love NXT, but the goal is to get to the main roster. I am completely content being here as long as I need to.”I would rather get called up when the time is right than not. Ideally, I would love to be on the main show in 2027 but I trust that they know what’s right and I trust they know when the time is ready.”

Ruca has accomplished many feats for a pro wrestler who didn’t have a background in the sport.

She won the NXT Women’s North American Championship at last year’s Stand & Deliver and became a double champ when she won the WWE Women’s Speed Championship.

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Sol Ruca looks on in ring during NXT at the WWE Performance Center on February 3, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. (Matt Pendleton/WWE)

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The only singles title that has eluded her so far is the NXT Women’s Championship. But she could become a contender for that if she defeats Zaria at this year’s Stand & Deliver on Saturday night.

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Sen. Mike Lee urges Trump to recall Congress from spring recess to fund DHS

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Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, is urging President Donald Trump to invoke a rarely used constitutional authority to force Congress to end its spring recess and return to Washington to address national security funding and election integrity.

Lee joined “Saturday in America” to explain why he believes lawmakers need to cut their vacations short to serve the American people while the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) remains unfunded.

“It was made a possibility back in 1787 when they wrote Article II, Section 3 of the Constitution, which gives him this power in extraordinary occasions,” Lee said Saturday.

“This would give us a chance to get back and get DHS funded, and I hope, next, turn to the SAVE America Act.”

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Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, spoke during a news conference about the SAVE America Act at the U.S. Capitol on March 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Congress left for spring recess in March and is scheduled to return in mid-April. Multiple photos of lawmakers vacationing at casinos and resorts have surfaced while legislation remains stalled.

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Lee, a sponsor of the SAVE Act, argued that requiring proof of citizenship to vote is a vital reason lawmakers must return. He said both the DHS shutdown and the need for election security qualify as the “extraordinary occasions” required for the president to step in.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., spoke with reporters as he headed to the Senate chamber at the U.S. Capitol on March 12, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

“We put that on the floor, debate it, and if we keep debating it until we’re ready to pass it, it will pass,” he said.

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Last month, Trump considered cutting Congress’ spring break short in order to end the DHS shutdown. He told the New York Post, “It’s something that’s under consideration.”

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Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, talks with a guest during a “Only Citizens Vote Bus Tour” rally in Upper Senate Park to urge Congress to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc)

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Trump signed an executive order directing federal officials to ensure Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staff are paid during the shutdown. The order came after TSA employees missed paychecks and many called out of work, leading to long lines at airports across the country.

This power to force Congress back to work was last used under President Harry S. Truman in 1948 and remains an extremely rare tool.



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Iran’s coastline: architecture of control

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Boy, 17, among two more arrested on suspicion of murder after collision involving pedestrian in Barnsley | UK News

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Two more people – including a 17-year-old boy – have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died following a collision in Barnsley.

Police were called by the ambulance service after a report of a collision between a Volkswagen Touareg and a pedestrian on Rose Tree Avenue in the Cudworth area of the Yorkshire town around 4.55pm on Friday.

The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, died at the scene, South Yorkshire Police said in a statement.

His family have been informed and are being supported by officers, the force said.

A 60-year-old man and a woman aged 38 were arrested on suspicion of murder on Friday and are still in custody.

A 17-year-old boy and a 33-year-old man were arrested on Saturday on the same charge, the force said. They are also in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Simon Cartwright appealed to anyone with information about the incident to contact them.

He said the investigation into “this tragic incident is still in its early stages and our thoughts first and foremost are with the victim’s family, friends and loved ones”.

“Officers will remain in Rose Tree Avenue carrying out further enquiries.”

A crime scene remains in place in the area as police carry out enquiries.



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Jack Hughes debuts his new smile at the Yankees home opener

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Team USA star Jack Hughes has finally gotten his smile back. 

The New Jersey Devils center debuted his new smile at the New York Yankees’ home opener against the Miami Marlins on Friday, where he and fellow Team USA gold medalist Aerin Frankel threw ceremonial first pitches.

New Jersey Devil Jack Hughes jokes with Olympic hockey player Aerin Frankel at Yankee Stadium

New Jersey Devil Jack Hughes jokes with Olympic hockey player Aerin Frankel before throwing the first pitch at the home opener between the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, N.Y., on April 3, 2026. (USATSI)

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“I threw like 50 pitches like right before morning skate,” Hughes told reporters of his prep time. “My shoulder was so sore, so I was like, ‘We gotta cool it.’” 

Hughes, who lost several of his teeth after taking a stick to the mouth during Team USA’s overtime win over Canada at Milano Cortina, was smiling from ear to ear. He said he had hoped throwing out the first pitch might be an honor he would get to be a part of after scoring the game-winner in Italy. 

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Jack Hughes #86 of Team United States celebrates after their gold-medal win during the Men’s Gold Medal match between Canada and the United States on day 16 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena on February 22, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Elsa/Getty Images)

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“Like when everything went down, this was like the one thing I was wondering if it would happen,” Hughes said, via NHL.com. “I knew a lot of things were coming, but I was like, this is the one thing, I was always like wishing, slash, hoping for, and then when I was like, Opening Day. Like wow, that’s, that’s almost too much, man. That’s a lot of pressure.”

Frankel, the women’s goaltender and a New York native, was happy to continue the Olympics celebration with Hughes in the Bronx. 

New Jersey Devils hockey player Jack Hughes preparing to throw opening pitch at Yankee Stadium

New Jersey Devils hockey player and Olympian Jack Hughes prepares to throw the opening pitch before the home opener baseball game between the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, N.Y., on April 3, 2026. (USATSI)

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“It’s been awesome,” she said. “So much fun being at the Olympics with the men’s team, getting to support them, watch them win a gold medal. First time in history, the women’s and men’s teams have done that together. So to be able to continue the celebration here in New York for Opening Day was so much fun.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

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Vehicle engulfed in flames after Israeli drone strike in central Gaza | Gaza

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Videos show Palestinians in Gaza scrambling to extinguish a vehicle engulfed in flames in az-Zawayda after it was targeted by an Israeli drone. Israel has killed more than 700 people since the October 10 “ceasefire,” according to local officials.



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Industrial exoskeletons can reduce worker muscle strain by up to 47%

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If you have ever spent a full day lifting, drilling overhead, or bending over a conveyor belt, you know how quickly fatigue sets in. That is exactly where industrial exoskeletons come in. 

These wearable systems strap onto the body and help carry the load. Instead of your muscles doing all the work, the device shares it. As a result, workers feel less strain and can stay productive longer. This tech is already showing up on real job sites across the country.

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A worker uses the Laevo FLEX exoskeleton to support the lower back during repetitive lifting and bending tasks. (Laevo)

What are industrial exoskeletons?

Industrial exoskeletons are wearable mechanical systems designed to support your body during physical tasks. They do not replace workers. They help workers perform demanding jobs with less physical stress. There are three main types, and each works differently depending on the job.

Passive exoskeletons: simple support that works

Passive systems do not use motors or batteries. Instead, they rely on springs or mechanical structures to redistribute weight.

A strong real-world example is the Hilti EXO-O1. This shoulder harness shifts the weight of your arms to your hips using spring-loaded supports. Testing shows it can reduce shoulder muscle load by up to 47% during overhead work. Many workers say tools feel almost weightless by the end of the day.

Another example is the Laevo FLEX. This passive system uses spring-based assistance to support the lower back during bending and lifting. It is designed for dynamic movement, allowing workers to walk freely and lift without needing to switch the system on or off.

Laevo FLEX also offers adjustable support and is built for long wear across different environments, including outdoor use. Like other passive systems, it helps reduce strain on the lower back during repetitive tasks without adding motors or batteries.

These systems are relatively lightweight, typically between about 4.4 and 8.8 pounds. However, support remains constant during use, so it cannot adapt automatically to different tasks in real time.

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Passive Hilti EXO-O1 exoskeleton to help relieve strain on shoulders and arms during overhead installation work. (HILTI)

Powered exoskeletons: high-tech strength on demand

Powered exoskeletons use motors, sensors, and onboard processors to actively assist movement. An example is the German Bionic Exia. This battery-powered back exoskeleton is designed for warehouse and logistics work, where employees lift and move items throughout the day. It actively supports the lower back during lifts, helping reduce strain and fatigue over time.

These systems track your motion using sensors and respond almost instantly. Many can detect lifting movements in real time and provide support as you move, so the assistance feels natural instead of delayed.

Powered exoskeletons can significantly reduce the effort required for repetitive lifting tasks, especially in high-volume environments.

However, there are trade-offs. Some powered systems are heavier and can weigh over 40 pounds, depending on the design. They are also far more expensive, often costing tens of thousands of dollars, so most companies introduce them through pilot programs.

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German Bionic’s powered exoskeleton Exia provides real-time support to ease physical strain on the job. (German Bionic)

Soft exosuits: flexible and lightweight

Soft exosuits use fabric, straps and tension systems instead of rigid frames. One example is the HeroWear Apex 2. This lightweight system weighs about three pounds and wraps around the shoulders and waist to assist with lifting movements.

In warehouse testing, soft back-support exosuits have been shown to improve productivity while reducing reported lower back discomfort for workers performing repetitive tasks.

These systems allow more natural movement than rigid exoskeletons. However, they provide less force, so they are best suited for repetitive tasks rather than heavy lifting.

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Workers use the HeroWear Apex 2 exosuit to reduce back strain during repetitive lifting and bending tasks. (HeroWear)

Where exoskeletons make the biggest impact

The biggest benefits show up in everyday tasks that put the most strain on your body.

Overhead work becomes manageable

Holding tools above your head all day strains your shoulders and neck. Systems like the Hilti EXO-O1 can reduce muscle load by up to about 47%, making tools feel much lighter.

Heavy lifting gets safer

Back-support systems like the Laevo FLEX shift part of the load away from the spine. Studies show muscle effort can drop by up to 30% during lifting.

Repetitive bending adds up less

Soft systems like the HeroWear Apex 2 help reduce fatigue during constant bending. Workers complete more tasks while feeling less strain by the end of a shift.

The trade-offs you should know

Exoskeletons offer real benefits, but they are not perfect. Fit is critical. If a device does not align properly with your body, it can cause discomfort or limit movement. Proper fitting and training are essential. Weight also matters. Even lightweight systems add extra load. Powered systems can weigh more than 40 pounds.

Cost remains a barrier for many companies. Passive systems may cost a few thousand dollars, while powered systems can cost tens of thousands. There is also a long-term consideration. Relying too heavily on assistance could reduce muscle engagement over time. Experts recommend using exoskeletons alongside proper ergonomics and regular movement.

What this means for you

If your job involves physical labor, this technology could change your daily experience. You may feel less sore at the end of a shift. You may reduce your risk of injury over time. You may even be able to work longer without the same level of fatigue. 

For employers, the benefits are clear. Fewer injuries, fewer missed workdays, and more consistent productivity. Adoption is still growing, so many workplaces are testing these systems before rolling them out more broadly.

Where can you buy industrial exoskeletons?

You might be wondering if you can order one of these like any other piece of gear. In most cases, you cannot. Most industrial exoskeletons are sold directly to companies, not individuals. Manufacturers typically work with employers through pilot programs or bulk orders. That means you will not usually find these on standard retail sites.

Some lighter systems, especially passive or soft exosuits, are easier to access. Even then, many brands still prefer to sell through business channels or approved partners.

If you are interested, start with the manufacturer’s website. Look for options like “request a demo” or “contact sales.” This is often the first step before any purchase. For now, access depends on where you work. As adoption grows, that could change. More companies are testing these systems, which may eventually make them easier to get.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Industrial exoskeletons are moving quickly from early trials to real-world use. They are not replacing human workers. They are helping people work smarter and safer. As the technology improves, expect lighter designs, better comfort, and more intelligent assistance. This shift could redefine what physically demanding work looks like in the years ahead.

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