As a scientist in a related field, I totally disagree. I feel this is a very balanced article. From my own experience being interviewed by popular press (and in some cases, with my work being overblown to my dismay), I particularly appreciate how Prof Vamivakas was cautious to say that applications are "down the road."
This is a press release, to be sure, but not overblown. This is legitimately an interesting result.
(Full disclosure: I am in no way connected to this work.)