In a conversation on the Y Combinator podcast, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman made a surprising revelation about cognitive enhancement that caught many listeners off guard. During a discussion about productivity and managing cognitive load, Altman casually mentioned his use of armodafinil, a wakefulness-promoting agent, stating that with it “you get 20” good productive hours in … Read more
A former client of fitness entrepreneur Vincent Fischer has come forward to detail how he lost $14,000 after being promised personalized coaching and guaranteed results that never materialized. Ethan, who requested his last name be withheld, discovered Fischer through an Instagram advertisement promising six-figure monthly income for fitness enthusiasts. After responding to the ad, he … Read more
Medical emergencies often come down to seconds, and researchers in South Korea believe they’ve created a tool that could make all the difference when time matters most. Scientists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology have developed a spray-on powder capable of sealing serious wounds in approximately one second, offering a dramatic improvement … Read more
China’s ambitious attempt to replicate SpaceX’s revolutionary reusable rocket technology has hit a wall, with two high-profile recovery failures occurring within 20 days of each other in late 2025. Sources state that despite massive investments and national backing, the country’s aerospace program continues to struggle with the technical challenges that SpaceX mastered years ago. On … Read more
A highly promoted reality television competition promising a historic $20 million prize pool has disappeared from the internet, leaving questions about whether the project was legitimate or an elaborate fraud targeting streamers and their audiences. The Million-Dollar Fan Show website went dark shortly after content creator Charlie “MoistCr1TiKaL” raised concerns about numerous red flags surrounding … Read more
The Trump Mobile saga has taken another bewildering turn as customer support representatives openly admit they’ve never physically handled the device they’re supposed to be supporting. Content creator MoistCr1TiKaL (also known as Charlie) documented his attempt to inquire about his pre-order. In a recent YouTube video, he revealed a customer service experience that raises more … Read more
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams launched a cryptocurrency token that promised to fight anti-semitism and make the city safer. Instead, investors claim they were scammed out of $2.5 million when liquidity was suddenly removed from the New York City Token. “By using this New York City token, we’re going to continue to invest … Read more
A simple app with a morbid premise has become China’s most downloaded paid application, tapping into growing anxieties about solo living in one of the world’s most populated nations. “Are You Dead?” launched in May 2025 with a straightforward function: users must check in every 48 hours by tapping a button on their screen. Miss … Read more
A Dutch couple’s wedding has been declared legally invalid after a court determined that their officiant used an artificial intelligence chatbot to generate the ceremony script. The pair from Zwolle, Netherlands, exchanged vows in April 2025, but their union was officially annulled on January 7, 2026, when it came to light that the person conducting … Read more
Mattel has unveiled its latest addition to the inclusive Barbie line, sparking widespread conversation across social media platforms. The new doll, designed to represent children on the autism spectrum, comes with accessories including noise-canceling headphones and a fidget toy, while featuring articulated joints that allow for increased movement and positioning. The toy manufacturer has continued … Read more
