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2023-10-06 12:24
Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario, to step back from the role
Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario, to step back from the role
This is kind of like when it's time to choose a new Pope, except arguably
2023-08-22 03:26
‘World’s most-advanced’ humanoid robot has ability to draw perfect pictures on command
‘World’s most-advanced’ humanoid robot has ability to draw perfect pictures on command
A robot dubbed the 'world's most-advanced humanoid' has left tech-lovers shocked for her ability to complete request-based tasks. The public are already familiar with Ameca, after she previously went viral for her ability to speak multiple languages. However, in the new video by Engineered Arts, Ameca is given a pen and told to drawer a 'cute-looking cat'. "Whether it's a cuddle when we're feeling down or a playful scratch behind the ears when we need a pick-me-up, they are always there for us", she says, as she gets to work. Within a minute, the robot has sketched a super-accurate looking cat drawing on the canvas. Read More Be loud, be proud: My life after leaving countries dangerous for the LGBT+ community Aspartame: What effects do carcinogens have on your body? Sprawling nature art installation takes over London’s ‘super sewer’ 50m below ground
2023-06-30 20:58
New M3 MacBook Pros just dropped! Meet the new 14-inch and 16-inch models.
New M3 MacBook Pros just dropped! Meet the new 14-inch and 16-inch models.
Apple's "Scary Fast" event delivered on one major expectation. Yes, that's right, we got some
2023-10-31 08:48
AI voice clones are turbocharging scams, top FTC official warns
AI voice clones are turbocharging scams, top FTC official warns
AI tools, particularly voice clones, are supercharging scams, FTC Chair Lina Khan warned. Speaking at
2023-06-02 22:58
Dogs die as South Africa snake antivenom shortage bites
Dogs die as South Africa snake antivenom shortage bites
Zarza, a much-loved Staffordshire terrier, ended up at a South African animal hospital with a bite from a Mozambique spitting cobra...
2023-06-12 14:59
TSA reminds travelers to not put their pets through airport X-rays
TSA reminds travelers to not put their pets through airport X-rays
When it comes to packing for a flight, some travelers are checking off an extra furry box on their carry-on checklist, and it's not their sherpa blanket!
2023-09-30 19:59
Saltie Girl will make you happy as a clam – as long as you can afford it
Saltie Girl will make you happy as a clam – as long as you can afford it
I visited the original Saltie Girl in Boston last year, beckoned by the restaurant’s sexy red-head mascot (think pin-up Ariel) and the promise of quality seafood in the city. But all I remember is being sorely disappointed. The millennial pink walls were tired and in dire need of repainting; the prices were eye-watering and the expectation to tip generously hung over me and my emptying bank account like a dark cloud; and worst of all, the food was deeply mediocre. Never mind, though. I chalked it up to the misfortune of having been had by trendiness. Saltie Girl became but a distant memory – until earlier this year, when I discovered it had opened a branch in Mayfair. Experience meant I was immediately sceptical. The original restaurant had been so forgettable, why should this one be any different? In addition, it’s in Mayfair, where the only memorable thing about so many restaurants is the fact that they are seriously overpriced. I suppose if your clientele have enough money to throw around that they don’t really care about how anything tastes, it’s fair play. But it was certainly enough to make me question whether it would be worth going. At the same time, I was curious to see how the new place would compare. Perhaps Saltie Girl could redeem itself on British shores? Maybe I wouldn’t leave a sad salty seadog, but instead a happy clam? There was only one way to find out. On my way into Saltie Girl, I make a mental note about the Mayfair Chippy next door, which has a huge line out the door. If tinned fish and lobster rolls don’t fill me, this place will surely do the trick. It turns out I needn’t have worried, but I will most certainly be thinking of the Mayfair Chippy the next time I’m in town. Every surface in the shiny, new Saltie Girl is, well, shiny and new. It’s a far cry from the despondency of the Boston establishment, but I’m not letting myself get distracted by the newness of it all. Nevertheless, it was pretty and highly Instagrammable, and full. Cost of living woes do not exist in Mayfair, judging by this crowd: a gaggle of wealthy blonde women celebrating a birthday, a well-to-do couple on their anniversary dinner, a group of finance colleagues sinking cocktails and gossiping about their co-workers. One of the restaurant’s main attractions is its extensive list of tinned fish. These aren’t just any tinned fish (Forget John West; even Brindisa Ortiz, the staple of London’s tinned fish lovers, is too low down the ladder to be served here). These are £16 anchovies, £14 sardines, £16 trout, and £34 clams in sealed metal boxes that are pried open and served on a board with French bread and butter, three types of salt and pickled peppers. And they are utterly delicious. We had smoked anchovies in EVOO from Spain, which were salty, fatty and perfect. A New England lobster roll with house-made crisps are a must-have, and the price varies according to market rates. But don’t fret – you can guarantee that you’ll be paying a premium price. Just look at where you are. If you still require an indication, keep in mind that the lobster waffle is £32 and lobster frites are £65. Make of that what you will. At least there’s no going wrong with heavily buttered lobster in a bun, and the restaurant is fairly generous with the filling so you don’t feel like you’ve been shortchanged too much. We also share the dover sole meuniere, a classic dish of delicate, scrape-off-the-bones dover sole in a brown butter and caper sauce. Hispi cabbage and jersey royal potatoes make for some lovely sides, but then again, everything is better doused in butter. Overall, the meal was certainly better than the one I had in Boston (I’m talking about you, ultra-dry Saltie Girl Burger) and I enjoyed listening to salacious workplace gossip from the table next to us while savouring my half of the lobster roll. There were a couple of hiccups with service: waiters forgetting our drinks, our sides and to ask us for our dessert order. This soured the experience a little – at the price customers are expected to shell out for a tin of clams, you would’ve thought that staff training would be a priority. I left Saltie Girl feeling closer to happy clam than salty seadog – but unless I win the lottery or someone else is paying, I’ll probably stick to the Mayfair Chippy. Saltie Girl, 15 N Audley St, London, W1K 6WZ | saltiegirl.com | 020 3893 3000 Read More These recipes will keep you hydrated on hot days Three tomato salad recipes that aren’t boring Try one of these pasta recipes this British Tomato Fortnight Uncorked: How do I keep my wine cool at a picnic? How to make chocolate chip cookies on the BBQ How to master BBQ chicken wings
2023-06-01 14:25
BA cancels dozens of flights over computer problems ahead of busy holiday weekend
BA cancels dozens of flights over computer problems ahead of busy holiday weekend
British Airways has canceled dozens of flights due to computer problems
2023-05-26 16:53
R29 Editors Share Their Must-Have Laundry Products
R29 Editors Share Their Must-Have Laundry Products
Out of all the chores we do in order to keep our homes sparkling clean, doing laundry has always been my favorite. It’s not just because I love clothes (and love taking good care of them), either. Tell me: Is there anything more joyful in life than wrapping yourself in freshly-dried, toasty sheets or being able to wear your favorite top again? I think not.
2023-06-28 06:17
I Tried The “Dry Gloss” Manicure & It’s Giving Quiet Luxury
I Tried The “Dry Gloss” Manicure & It’s Giving Quiet Luxury
Nail trends have become so ubiquitous nowadays that I almost have a gut reaction to ignore them at this point; naturally, when I heard about the “dry gloss manicure,” I was already like ‘thank u next.’ However, I was inspired by my coworkers to give it a go. I appreciate giving my nails a break and going au natural, and the dry gloss manicure, which involves using a glass file and oil to buff and polish the nails and cuticles, appealed to my inner minimalist Virgo. As the name suggests, the “dry gloss” concept is rooted in revealing a healthy, natural sheen and clean appearance not with a glossy top coat, but with proper care to the natural nail itself. Intrigued, I took the plunge, and in no time at all, a kit from San Francisco-based nail care brand Bare Hands arrived on my doorstep.
2023-06-02 04:28
Haley Pullos pleads not guilty as she is charged with DUI and hit-and-run, hearing set for next month
Haley Pullos pleads not guilty as she is charged with DUI and hit-and-run, hearing set for next month
Haley Pullos who was driving the wrong way struck another automobile head-on at 60 mph while driving inebriated along the 134 Freeway in Pasadena
2023-06-29 02:24