Sophie Hearns

A third-generation judoka and former pharmaceutical researcher, Sophie made waves in the biohacking community after publishing her controversial opinion piece. She brings her unique blend of laboratory precision and martial arts intuition to Rude Vulture's most thought-provoking pieces. When not writing about peptide protocols for recovery between training sessions, she teaches women's self-defense classes incorporating breathwork and cold exposure.

Fox sparks backlash after suggesting Americans to buy artificial trees so Christmas tree farms can be used for data centers

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A recent on-air discussion has sparked debate after a commentator suggested Americans should consider purchasing artificial Christmas trees to free up farmland for data centers as the digital economy continues to expand. During a broadcast segment about infrastructure development and land use, the conversation turned to the practical realities of accommodating growing data center needs … Read more

China’s humanoid robot blast kicks Company CEO in wild demo

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In a demonstration that looks straight out of a science fiction film, a Chinese robotics startup has captured global attention by having its humanoid robot deliver a powerful kick to its own CEO. EngineAi, a Shenzhen-based company founded just two years ago in 2023, recently unveiled footage of its T800 humanoid robot sending company founder … Read more

Sam Altman questions how you raise a newborn without ChatGPT in Jimmy Fallon appearance

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman made a candid revelation during his recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Altman said he can’t imagine raising his newborn son without ChatGPT. The tech leader, who co-founded the company behind the revolutionary AI chatbot, shared intimate details about how the technology has become an indispensable parenting tool … Read more

Elon Musk: I had AI nightmares many days in a row

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In a candid moment during a recent podcast interview, Elon Musk revealed a vulnerability that few would expect from one of the world’s most influential tech entrepreneurs: recurring nightmares about artificial intelligence. When asked what keeps him up at night, Musk’s response was unequivocal and unsettling. “If you say what where do I wake up … Read more

YouTube wins out as the go to place for the “manosphere”

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A groundbreaking study by Precision Strategies and Tunnl has revealed that YouTube has emerged as the undisputed center of gravity for men’s media consumption in America, fundamentally reshaping how masculinity is formed and expressed in the digital age. According to “The Manosphere Index,” an unprecedented comprehensive study of modern masculinity and media behavior, nearly 9 … Read more

Divorced Bryan Johnson cites scientific research that strong relationships are the key to longevity

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The tech entrepreneur known for his extreme anti-aging regimen has turned his attention to an unexpected longevity intervention: romantic relationships. Bryan Johnson, who has spent millions on experimental protocols to reverse aging, recently highlighted groundbreaking research suggesting that a strong primary relationship might be as powerful as any pharmaceutical or dietary intervention. In a social … Read more

‘The Matrix’ Co-Creator Claims Right Wingers Are Guilty of ‘Red Pill’ Misappropriation

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Lilly Wachowski, the acclaimed filmmaker behind The Matrix trilogy, has spoken candidly about the appropriation of her work by right-wing ideologues, describing it as a frustrating example of how fascism distorts artistic meaning. In a recent conversation on the So True with Caleb Hearon podcast, the trans director addressed how conservative movements have co-opted imagery … Read more

No, Albania’s AI Minister Wasn’t Suspended for Taking Crypto Bribes

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A college wrestling match at the Las Vegas Invitational ignited debate after a controversial out-of-bounds body slam left one competitor in visible pain while the other walked away with what witnesses described as a smirk. Ukrainian media recently circulated a sensational story claiming that Albania’s AI Minister, Diella, had been caught taking a Bitcoin bribe … Read more