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'Glitch' sees Apple's Siri find its voice on abortion
Siri, the voice-activated, electronic personal assistant feature on the new iPhone 4S, won't direct users to abortion clinics.
Panorama Mountain Village, Canada
Panorama, in British Columbia, is one of the few real ski-in, ski-out resorts in North America.
For further information see panoramaresort.com.
Canada: Wild or mild in the Rockies
This resort in British Columbia is family-friendly but also offers off-piste excitement, writes Chris Moran.
Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey flirt for Christmas (+video)
Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey team up in the new video for her festive classic All I Want for Christmas Is You.
Las Vegas without the pokie machines
A new hotel in pokie city caters for travellers wanting a quiet night, writes Andrew Austin.
Daniel Craig slams 'idiot' Kardashians
Notoriously-private James Bond star Daniel Craig takes aim at reality TV clan the Kardashians, saying they behave like "idiots".
Trailer for Madonna's royal scandal flick W.E. debuts (+video)
Madonna may not be a name that's synonymous with movie magic, but is she about to pull a blinder with her second stab at directing?
Kris Humphries to sue Kardashian for $10m - report
Kim Kardashian's estranged husband Kris Humphries is reportedly planning on filing a lawsuit against the reality TV queen.
Is Katy Perry pregnant? 'Hell, no!'
Pop powerhouse Katy Perry takes aim at those persistent rumours she's expecting her first child with husband Russell Brand.
New York: Sombre symbol of loss
Visitors flock to New York's 9/11 memorial, among them Rob McFarland.
Sleepless from Seattle
Seven states, two days and all that scenery ... Roger Hall takes the train.
Madonna preps 'fantastic' new album
Music producer William Orbit teases fans with twitter updates about pop matriarch Madonna's long-awaited new album.
Washington: Five faces of Seattle
Seattle is a city of layers and each level offers unique sights and sounds.