A humanoid robot named Gabi reportedly took Buddhist vows this week at a temple in Seoul. The headlines wrote themselves almost immediately. “Robot monk.” “AI converts to Buddhism.” “Humanoid takes vows.” The story circulated with the predictable mixture of fascination, amusement, and mild existential discomfort that seems to accompany nearly every modern AI milestone. At … Continue reading The Robot Monk
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A Gentleman in a Shifting World
I first met Count Alexander Rostoff through Ewan McGregor’s portrayal in the miniseries—his quiet grace, his sly humor, the way he could make a simple cup of tea feel like an act of rebellion. On my daily commute, I’m revisiting his story in the audiobook, listening as he arranges flowers in the Metropol lobby or … Continue reading A Gentleman in a Shifting World
