Asked To Divide Zero By Zero, Siri Waxes Philosophical (And Personal)
Siri's elaborate reply easily surpasses the simple "Does not compute" with which robots in old sci-fi movies used to announce a bout of cognitive dissonance.
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With Seconds To Spare, 70-Year-Old Woman Finishes 100-Mile Endurance Race
Runners have a 30-hour cutoff in which to finish the Western States Endurance Run. Rob Krar won the race in 14:48:59, but the loudest cheers were reserved for Gunhild Swanson who clocked 29:59:54.
Brazil Tries To Rebuild Relations With U.S. After NSA Spying Scandal
Two years ago, President Dilma Rousseff canceled a planned state visit after discovering the U.S. was spying on Brazil. Since that time, her popularity has nosedived, and so too has Brazil's economy.
How 4 Gay Black Women Fought Back Against Sexual Harassment — And Landed In Jail
They're called the New Jersey 4, a group of young women who were catcalled and allegedly attacked in New York. Why did they — and not their harasser — end up in jail? A new documentary digs in.
Supreme Court Concludes Term With Death Penalty Ruling, Looks Ahead
The court wrapped up on Monday, supporting the use of a controversial drug for executions by lethal injection. The justices also set up cases to be heard next term on affirmative action and abortion.
Cruz: Opposition To Same-Sex Marriage Will Be 'Front And Center' In 2016 Campaign
As a result of the Supreme Court's two landmark decisions last week, Cruz is calling for justices to be subject to elections and lose their lifetime appointments.
Like Greece, Cash-Strapped Puerto Rico Needs A Fiscal Lifeline
Is Puerto Rico America's Greece? Like Greece, Puerto Rico is running out of money and needs more time to pay its bills. There are many similarities, but also important differences.
NBC Dumps Donald Trump Over Comments On Mexican Immigrants
NBC severs ties with Donald Trump over his derogatory remarks about Mexicans.
Apple Bets Big That You'll Start Paying To Stream Music
Millions listen to services like Spotify and Pandora, but relatively few of them subscribe. Why should they when there are so many free options? The new Apple Music will be free for only 3 months.
Investigators Probe Fires At 6 Black Churches In 5 Southern States
Authorities are investigating fires that have damaged or destroyed black churches in South Carolina and nearby states following the shooting deaths of nine people at Charleston's Emanuel AME Church.