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Few people in the rapidly changing fields of robotics and artificial intelligence captivate the public’s interest as much as Elon Musk. Digitally altered photos and rumors of Musk with a “robot girlfriend” have been going viral recently, igniting discussions about the future of human-robot relationships. Even though these specific pictures have been shown to be artificial intelligence (AI)-generated fakes, they still spark a larger conversation about the place of humanoid robots in our everyday lives. Tesla Optimus and the AI-Human Companionship Landscape AttributeDetailsTopicMusk Robot Girlfriend (AI Companionship Speculation)Robot NameOptimus (Tesla Bot)CompanyTesla, Inc.First UnveiledAugust 2021 (AI Day)Physical Description5’8” height, 125 lbs…

Suffolk’s Gressingham Duck is collaborating with Rural Retreats for a new and extensive on-pack promotion with a prize draw to win of a romantic weekend away at one of Rural Retreats’ holiday cottages.  The campaign, which will run in all major supermarkets and retailers from the end of January for three months, will feature on 400,000 packs of Gressingham Duck’s fresh duck products in all major retailers. Buyers need to look out for the special promotional stickered packs for a chance to win a three-night stay at a Rural Retreat property of their choice, from its portfolio of…

The popular better-than-half-price offer returns nationwide, including London locations for the first time Bella Italia is kicking off 2025 with the return of its hugely popular £5 Pasta Deal, offering unbeatable value on comforting Italian classics throughout January. Running from 7th January to 30th January 2025, guests can enjoy freshly prepared pasta dishes, such as the creamy Carbonara, hearty Spaghetti & Meatballs, and flavourful Pollo Cacciatore, for just £5 – with savings of up to £11. This year, the campaign expands to include London locations, giving even more diners across the UK the chance to enjoy exceptional value on Bella…

Luxury single-origin dark chocolate brand, Cox & Co, has created the perfect mini treat for dark chocolate fans with the launch of its new 15g bar selection.  Providing bite-sized versions of its most popular flavours, the new 15g bars are available in four delicious flavours; Miso & Caramel (47%), Blood Orange Crunch (60%), Mint Crunch (60%) and Plain Milk (41%) and are perfect for retailers looking for high quality grab and go sweet treats. Cox & Co’s chocolate bars are crafted from the finest single-origin Colombian cacao, using Luker Chocolate blended with delicious superfoods to create unique flavour combinations. “We…

As we step into the new year, we embrace the dawn of an exciting new era of culinary trends. This year, fast casual food trends faced a transformative shift, bidding farewell to the familiar and welcoming a bold reimagination of flavours, techniques and dining experiences. In 2025, these trends are set to become even more influential. In this article, Laura Bruce and Sanj Sanghera, founders of Doner Shack, share their predictions on the future of fast casual dining, offering advice on navigating current entrepreneurial challenges and capitalising on existing trends. It’s getting personal In 2025, the fast casual food sector…

CÉ LA VI, part of award-winning ADMO Lifestyle Holding (ADMO), is bringing its iconic rooftop bar-restaurant to West London in Summer 2025. Renowned for its modern Asian flair, it will be the brand’s first European outpost, located atop the Renzo Piano Building Workshop – designed Paddington Square. Opening in West London’s newest shopping and dining destination Paddington Square, the highly anticipated launch represents a milestone in CÉ LA VI’s expansion, with successful landmark locations already established in Singapore, Dubai, Taipei, and Tokyo. Soon-to-be the highest rooftop restaurant in West London, CÉ LA VI London—boasting an impressive square footage of 17,000…

This Black Friday, Pow Food is inviting people to join their Green Friday movement – a sustainable and mindful alternative to the traditional shopping frenzy. From November 27th to 29th, Pow Food’s Green Friday campaign will support both the planet and the community, proving that conscious consumerism can make a real difference. As part of the campaign, Pow Food will donate 10% of all sales to the Marylebone Project, the UK’s largest and longest running women-only homelessness centre, which provides life-changing support for women escaping homelessness and crisis – with over 90 years of experience, 112 residential beds across two buildings, and the…

Netherland Burger Maestros, Fat Phill’s will open a debut London site this coming December, bringing their premium Smash Burgers, American Style Sandwiches and loaded fries to Clapham Junction in South West London. Founded in 2019 by Armin Vahabian, Fat Phill’s is the fastest expanding  burger brand in the Netherlands with 18 locations and growing. Freshly Baked Ltd, the master franchisor behind Auntie Anne’s UK, has secured an agreement to develop and expand Fat Phill’s across the UK, starting with Clapham this December. Central to the menu are their burgers – smashed to perfection the beef options include the signature ‘Double…

Sauce Shop®, the UK’s favourite craft condiments brand launches another two bold limited-edition flavours: Brussels Sprout Kimchi Hot Sauce and Spiced Cranberry Hot Honey. These new creations bring a playful, flavourful twist on typical festive flavours. Sauce Shop® X Aldi Brussels Sprout Kimchi Hot Sauce is a bold and tangy savoury blend that reimagines the classic sprout with a Korean-inspired twist. The secret to Sauce Shop’s range of tasty hot sauces is their signature fermented chillies – taking perfectly ripened chillies, salting them and ageing them for 2-4 weeks for layers of flavour. For their latest creation, they’ve taken things a step further, fermenting…

The squadra’s dropped anchor, and we’re almost ready to pull back the curtain on our first restaurant in the UK’s second city… La Bellezza! Nestled in the grand Chamberlain Square of Birmingham, there was no more fitting a spot for this haven to long-lost romance and well-loved Italian prodotti than a city renowned for its foodie devotion.   Creak open the timber door, peek past the seven-metre-long tapestry curtains, and let La Bellezza whisk you away to a romantically wild courtyard in Perugia. Welcome to our hallowed theatre to food, bedecked floor to ceiling with ancient Italian artefacts, over 5,000 vintage bottles…