Controversies Spark As A Robot Woman Is Granted Citizenship To Saudi Arabia

Sophia, a robotic woman, has been granted citizenship to the Middle Eastern nation of Saudi Arabia.

But who is Sophia? Well to answer that you have to go back, back to a man known as David Hanson. Dr. Hanson founded the company Hanson Robotics in 2003 in order to, according to their press statement, “Bring robots to life, literally.” The Hong Kong-based company prides itself on creating the world’s most lifelike artificial intelligence. Shell bodies combined with ‘Character Engine cognition software,’ the robots can think for themselves, with the ability to perceive emotions and understand conversation.

David Hanson on stage explaining the process of creating Sophia. Moment captured by Getty Images.

Somalia Faces Largest Single Terrorist Attack; 300+ Dead

Civilians seen fleeing from the scene of an explosion. Moment captured by Feisal Omar/Reuters.

          Widespread chaos and panic as Somalia faces the largest single attack in the country’s history.

After Three Years of ISIS, Children of Mosul Return to School

School girls seated for the first day of class. Photo captured by Jane Arraf/NPR.

          Iraqi students who were deprived of education due to ISIS seizing the northern city of Mosul are starting the school year once again.

New Trailer Released for Red Dead Redemption 2

A masked outlaw prepares to rob a train. Photo courtesy of Rockstar Games.

          The game development company Rockstar makes headlines once again as they release a new trailer teasing the latest installment in the ‘Red Dead’ franchise. Continue reading for a breakdown of what was unveiled.

‘Death Wish Coffee’ Recalled Due To Risk of Deadly Toxin

Order of Death Wish Coffee ready to be shipped. Photo captured by Michael P. Farrel / Times Union

          Ironically, the aptly named Death Wish Coffee Company has come into the spotlight recently due to a recall of cold brew cans. The reason? Their nitro drinks may potentially contain deadly toxins.