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Daily Mail
14 hours ago
- Science
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Millionaire futurist creating 'mutant humans' reveals when new race will make ordinary people 'obsolete'
Humanity is on the verge of being replaced by a race of superhuman hybrids with powers only dreamt about in movies. Herbert Sim, a millionaire tech investor and futurist in London, has begun pouring his wealth into the study of transhumanism - the enhancement of humans through science and technology. Sim told that a new mutant race could be walking among ordinary humans within the next five years. At that point, Sim claims that the human race will essentially be obsolete as these real life 'X-Men' make it impossible for regular people to match their abilities. His tech start-up, has been exploring how to make transhumans a reality, upgrading the mind using a helmet that reads brainwaves. The brainwaves are projected onto a computer which then reads and turns them into actions. Sim said it's one of the first steps in 'upgrading' humanity, allowing this new race of mutants to live longer and defeat diseases. 'Transhumanism can help to extend your life for 500 years and then it's amazing to think what we can achieve,' Sim said. 'Humanity has now reached a point where we are at a crossroads and we're trying to accept technology into our lives to enhance our lifestyles,' the entrepreneur said. Although X-Men may still sound like something that only exists in science-fiction, animal-human hybrids (mutants) have already been created in Japan. In March 2019, Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology lifted a ban on creating animal embryos with human cells and allowing them to be brought to term in surrogate animals. This allowed stem cell biologist Hiromitsu Nakauchi from the University of Tokyo to inject human stem cells into rodent embryos, creating a hybrid that couldn't form a normal rodent pancreas. The goal of the project was to grow a human-compatible pancreas in these rodents instead, which could then be used for organ transplantation. 'All of this technology is here to help humans transcend and live longer,' Sim explained. 'These are possible superpowers that humans can have through the use of genetic technology,' he added. Sim compared the rare sight of a mutant in today's world to ancient humans claiming they saw dragons. While the accounts seem fantastic and hard to believe, the futurist argued that too many different cultures share the same stories and depictions of these mythical creatures for them to be fake. However, Sim warned that human mutants won't go extinct like the dragon presumably has; mutants will grow in numbers and eventually take over society. 'Because of these very dominant [new] races, they will be better than humans in every single way,' Sim revealed. 'The humans that are left over, they will not be able to contribute to society as effectively as these transhumans, and this is when humanity will then become obsolete,' he added. The topic of superpowered mutants has been a fantasy of the entertainment world for decades, with shows like X-Men and the Bionic Woman imagining how genetics and robotics could one day improve humanity. However, studies reveal that transhumans are already walking around society today. This month, researchers from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard reported in Science that they have created a new tool using CRISPR (a gene-editing method) to insert large pieces of DNA into human cells with incredible precision. This could be used to fix genetic diseases or even improve traits like extending longevity. In March, MIT scientists announced they figured out how to turn human skin cells directly into brain cells (neurons) without extra steps, making the process 100 times more efficient than before. They tested the new brain cells by putting them in mouse brains, where they worked perfectly. This could help fix brain damage in people with diseases like Parkinson's. In July 2022, a company called Synchron put a tiny chip in the brain of someone with ALS, a disease that makes it hard to move or speak. They inserted the chip through a vein in the neck, so it was less invasive than brain surgery. The chip let the person control things like a computer or phone just by thinking, like sending texts or browsing the web - similar to Sim's newest breakthrough in reading brainwaves. 'At the moment, lots of people have only seen this technology in films and see it as a downfall but I believe it's our redemption,' Sim said. 'The way I see it is that technology and science are here to empower humans the same way medicines and phones are here to make our lives better.'
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mood lighting, baby oil & drugs: Shocking images from Diddy's hotel room after his arrest
Sean Diddy Combs' Shocking images revealed during the federal trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, showing the disgraced rap mogul preparing for "freak offs" at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, despite knowing he was about to be arrested in September 2024. During the proceedings, his former partner Cassie provided testimony, following her previous allegations of coercion and mistreatment. Law enforcement images revealed Combs had arranged baby oil and ambient lighting in his hotel room, even though he had agreed to surrender to authorities, Dailymail reported. The evidence presented included small bags containing pink substances, pharmaceutical items, heating equipment and currency. Prosecutors identified some substances as ketamine and MDMA. Cassie detailed Combs' specific requirements for intimate encounters, including constantly burning aromatic candles that she described as 'super pungent and were mixed with oil and all of the other scents.' She also mentioned his preference for heated baby oil. Whilst Combs maintains his innocence in the sex trafficking and racketeering charges, his legal team argues the evidence pertains to consensual gatherings. Special Agent Yasin Binda from Homeland Security Investigations testified about discovering suggestive items and substances in Combs' room. These included lubricants, mood lighting, and various drugs. A prescription for Klonopin under the name 'Frank Black' was also found. The court also examined photographs showing Cassie with facial injuries from alleged incidents during their relationship. She described sustaining injuries at a Los Angeles hotel and in Canada, where she required medical attention. Despite these incidents, she initially chose not to report them to protect Combs. Cassie testified that their relationship evolved from professional mentorship to romance during her 21st birthday celebration in Miami.
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rare ‘albino' killer whale stuns the world: Viral video shows elusive orca swimming with its pod
A photographer spotted an incredibly rare 'albino' orca leaping out of the ocean along with its pod. A video of the extraordinary sight captured by the Japanese whale-watcher stunned the internet. The killer whale was spotted off the coast of Japan's volcanic island Hokkaido, reported Dailymail. Noriyuki Hayakawa shared a series of photos and a video on his personal Instagram page soon after the encounter last year. However, the visuals have recently captured people's attention. 'It is believed that the discovery was 'Sightseeing Boat'. I was on the 'Shiretoko Nature Cruise Evergreen38'. This is the first white orcas I've come across after 15 years of photographing Rajan orcas. Thank you to the Lajan tourist boat staff for showing me,' read the caption of Hayakawa's video when translated from Japanese to English. The video he shared shows a pod of whales jumping out of the water, and one of them is nothing like the other. While all the other creatures are black with white patches on some parts of their bodies, one of them is entirely white. A post shared by Shiretoko_Orca_Photo_album 早川 徳幸 (@shiretoko_orca_photo_album) According to Dailymail, the white orca is not a 'true albino, " a genetic trait in which the skin doesn't produce melanin. The outlet reported that this creature is leucistic, which means it lacks pigmentation. "My legs were shaking with excitement," Hayakawa told Dailymail. "It was the first time in my life I'd seen a white orca. I was desperate to get a shot, they swim fast and only surface for a moment,' he added. 'This photo means so much to me' he told the outlet, adding, 'I've spent over a decade photographing orcas and this is the first white one I've ever seen.' 'I hope as many people as possible get to see it and appreciate how rare and beautiful these animals are,' he continued.
Mint
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
World's richest actor worth $8 billion quit Hollywood—and the reason will surprise you; who is he/she?
When thinking about the wealthiest actors in the world, most people might picture Hollywood heavyweights like Tom Cruise, George Clooney, or even rising moguls like Reese Witherspoon and Selena Gomez. But the crown for the richest actor in the world belongs to someone far less expected: Jami Gertz. Best known for her roles in cult classics like The Lost Boys (1987), Twister (1996), and the sitcom Still Standing (2002), Gertz may not be a household name today—but she holds a jaw-dropping estimated net worth of $8 billion, Dailymail reported. That figure far surpasses the fortunes of typical A-listers, and the secret lies largely in her marriage to billionaire businessman Tony Ressler. Ressler, a co-founder of Ares Management, boasts a net worth of over $10 billion. However, Gertz has previously clarified that she wasn't exactly the one marrying into wealth. 'Everyone thinks I married a rich guy,' Gertz told The Hollywood Reporter. 'But I made more money — way more money — than Tony when I met him. I paid for our first house. I paid for our first vacation. I married him because I fell in love with him.' Beyond acting, the couple has invested in sports and philanthropy. They are part-owners of the NBA team Atlanta Hawks and are known for their generous charitable contributions, often topping celebrity donation lists. First Published: 25 Apr 2025, 08:37 AM IST
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Exes Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino reunite, outing leave fans confused
Looks like Sydney Sweeney and ex-fiancé Jonathan Davino are giving break-up a whole new meaning -- reunion edition. The actor was spotted again with Jonathan in Florida, leaving fans wondering if this a rekindle or just a friendly outing. Also read: Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino spotted together a week after calling off their wedding According to Dailymail, Sydney was spotted with Jonathan in Florida after calling off their engagement. The actor, 27, and the entrepreneur, 41, were seen outside their home in Florida. Sydney and Jonathan Davino kept things low-key, with no overt PDA, but were seen walking close to each other. At one point, he appeared to casually touch her back, sparking speculation about the status of their relationship. In the pictures, Sydney did not sport her diamond engagement ring. Sydney added a touch of sweetness to her outing with Jonathan by bringing along her new puppy Sully, whom she was spotted cradling in her arms. Sydney and Jonathan went their separate ways in January after seven years together, with the news being confirmed publicly in March. She dressed casually for their outing, wearing oversized denim shorts paired with a white sweater and a blue and white baseball cap. Social media was flooded with comments from fans reacting to her recent outing with Jonathan, with many curious about the nature of their renewed connection. 'Round two of 'Wait, are they back together?',' one wrote, with another mentioning, 'What it looks like to go from Boyfriend to Fiancé to Breaking Up to Friend Zone'. Following reports that the two had been living separately, a source had told People magazine that Sydney had been focusing on work amid the end of her engagement. "She's exactly where she wants to be. Most people would feel overwhelmed by her working schedule this year, but not Syd. She's all about working right now and very excited about all her projects," the source said about Sydney. The source added, "What did make her overwhelmed though was her relationship and her wedding. She didn't feel right about it. She is in the middle of this magical career that she could only dream of a few years ago. This is what she wants to focus on right now." The actor got engaged to businessman Jonathan since 2022 after first being linked in 2018. The Anyone But You actor has a new season of Euphoria in the works and is about to lead a movie adaptation of The Housemaid bestseller, plus portray real-life boxer Christy Martin and screen star Kim Novak in upcoming projects.
