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TitanReach, an MMO that raised around £147,231 via crowdfunding, has been cancelled, and the developer has closed down social media channels after being accused of fraud.As reported by PC Gamer, TitanReach was meant to be a “Runescape-like” MMO that relied upon crowdfunded cash to continue development.Developer Square Root raised around £147,231 from fans, however it apparently wasn’t enough – and the game’s lead developer, going by Unravel, said the game was cancelled in August 2021.However, by September of that year Unravel said that funds for TitanReach had been provided by an anonymous investor, and the MMO would continue to be developed.That’s until February 2022, when the game once again ceased development. Unravel claimed in Discord that the funds they were provided by an investor had run out, and said “this ride has not been easy.”Unravel also started talking at length about their plans for NFT integration in the game, something that obviously did not pan out.More details have emerged via YouTuber KiraTV, who has claimed that Unravel had their funding pulled from the anonymous investor due to misappropriating funds.

Sea Of Thieves players will now be able to participate in time-limited events aimed at providing more story in the game.Starting this week, players can join in on Adventures. These Adventures are a chapter within the broader story of Sea Of Thieves. Rare plans on releasing one roughly every month, with each story running for two weeks.

Cancer Bats have announced ‘Psychic Jailbreak’, their seventh studio album and their first since the departure of founding guitarist Scott Middleton last October.‘Psychic Jailbreak’ is set to be released this April 15 by Bat Skull Records and New Damage Records, and features 11 tracks written by the three remaining founding members of the group. Find the full tracklist and album art below – the album can be pre-ordered here.Longtime collaborator JP Peters (Propagandhi, Comeback Kid) returns on production duties on the album, which also includes an appearance by indie singer Brooklyn Doran on ‘Hammering On’.In a press statement, vocalist Liam Cornier shared that the remaining Bats knew the pressure was on them to produce an album that matched their previous releases: “We knew this album had to be special.

Grid, has described the upcoming K-drama as a tale about protecting the Earth.During an online press conference held yesterday (February 16), Lee shared his vision for the series and what his intentions were for it regarding the show’s overarching message. The director also touched on why he signed up for the series, despite being unsure when initially approached.“It wasn’t easy to make up my mind to lead this series,” he said, per The Korea Times. “What struck me was the series’ theme, which is ‘we should protect our planet Earth.’ Until now, I have actually been questioning why there are no series or films in Korea that talk about saving Earth.

BtoB have dropped the first teaser for the music video for their upcoming single, ‘The Song’.The new visual, which dropped earlier today (February 17), opens on a stack of opened letters, as it shifts over to Hyunsik folding and placing a piece of paper into an envelope. We then see the various whereabouts of the BtoB members, who are all connected once again when one of them receives a letter, presumably from Hyunsik.The boyband reunite as they walk towards a mailbox in the middle of empty land, before the teaser comes to a close.

K.J. Yossman Georgia Flood and Thierry Frémont have joined Disney Plus original U.K.

KATE Garraway has revealed her husband Derek's brain connectivity has been "terribly affected" by coronavirus. The broadcaster, 54, has filmed a second documentary, Caring for Derek, about her husband's continued recovery from the illness.

LOVE Island's Lillie Haynes emerged from her nose surgery with a bandaged and bruised face yesterday. The 23-year-old smiled and waved as she climbed into the passenger seat of a car to continue her recovery at home.

In this special collector's edition of OK! available at all good newsagents - We delve into all the secrets and speculation around Harry and Meghan's union as well as a look into their life now away from Royal duties and service. A desire to be Royal in a different way is something that defined Diana, and that very much lives on through Harry as he's marriage to Meghan is a true story of love and controversy! With the help of royal experts, the special collector's edition celebrates the most iconic moments of both Harry and Meghan's lives in the spotlight, and reveal what more surprises could be in store for the couple...

Kate Garraway has opened up on her husband Derek Draper's mental health as he continues to suffer from the long-term impacts of Covid-19. Derek, 54, returned home in April 2021 after spending a year in hospital fighting for his life after contracting coronavirus in 2020, which has since left him battling a number of ongoing health issues.

Liam Gallagher will be picking up this year’s Music Moment Of The Year Award at the BandLab NME Awards 2022 – in honour of the free concert he played for NHS workers at London’s O2 Arena.The wildest night in music will return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton on Wednesday, March 2 to celebrate the best in music and entertainment from around the globe. Tickets to the event are on sale now and available here.Joining the talent in the room on the night, former Oasis frontman and previous Godlike Genius recipient Liam Gallagher will be honoured with Music Moment Of The Year for his stellar gig at London’s O2 on August 17, 2021 – where he and Primal Scream welcomed the return of live music and thanked NHS staff for their hard work through the pandemic by performing a free show for healthcare workers.Responding to the win, Gallagher told NME: “I’d like to thank NME for the Music Moment Of The Year award and would like to dedicate it to all the NHS and care workers and all the people that give a shit in general.

Griff will be the recipient of this year’s Radar Award at the BandLab NME Awards 2022 – where she’ll also be joined live on stage by Sigrid to perform their huge joint single ‘Head On Fire’.The wildest night in music will return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton on Wednesday, March 2 to celebrate the best in music and entertainment from around the globe. Tickets to the event are on sale now and available here.Following in the footsteps of the likes of Beabadoobee, Pale Waves, Fat White Family and many more, Griff will be honoured with this year’s Radar Award – which recognises emerging acts who are destined to become legends for the next generation of musician.As one of the UK’s youngest and brightest pop stars, Griff was aged just 11 when she taught herself to record and produce her own songs.

Neneh Cherry has been announced as the recipient of this year’s Icon Award at the BandLab NME Awards 2022.The wildest night in music will return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton on Wednesday, March 2 to celebrate the best in music and entertainment from around the globe. Tickets to the event are on sale now and available here.Following in the footsteps of previous recipients including Garbage’s Shirley Manson and Hole’s Courtney Love, Neneh Cherry will be honoured with this year’s Icon Award in celebration of her continual ability to redefine music, fashion and culture over the past three decades.Since the release of her debut single in 1989, the worldwide hit ‘Buffalo Stance’, Neneh Cherry has continued to push the boundaries in culture, style and music.

A knife has been seized after police spotted two men 'acting suspiciously' in Bolton.

Julian Alvarez scored his first goals as a Manchester City player as he netted an impressive hat-trick for River Plate on Wednesday.

Maura Higgins was risking a wardrobe malfunction as she headed to support her best pal Molly-Mae Hague.

People who have a phone contract with o2 or Virgin have been warned they will pay as much as £48 more from April.

Manori Ravindran International EditorThe Berlin Film Festival has revealed the final COVID figures from the week-long event, whose industry element wrapped on Thursday.Over seven days (Feb. 10-16), the festival found 128 positive cases from 10,938 tests.

The ABC has announced a “diverse and talented family of presenters” to host this year’s Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, live from the Sydney Cricket Grounds. “What better excuse for us all to get together and have a big ol’ party!?” Macdonald said. “I’m thrilled and honoured to be hosting the Mardi Gras for the ABC.

Alison Hammond has opened up in a rare display about life at home with her teenage son.

Kate Garraway has given a fresh update on her husband Derek Draper while on Good Morning Britain.

Emmerdale fans don't believe Meena Jutla has breathed her final breath in the village after a dramatic twist.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.North Lanarkshire Conservatives have accused Shotts MP Neil Gray of hypocrisy over recent comments regarding community alarms.Mr Gray slammed the decision to introduce the £3.40 per week charge in last week’s Wishaw Press.However, the local authority’s Tory Group state they voted against the charges being introduced in February’s budget, with SNP and Labour voting to reintroduce the charges, and they continue to oppose people being charged for their use.NLC councillor Trevor Douglas said: “Neil Gray’s recent comments on community alarms is hypocrisy at its worst.

coronavirus lockdown.More than 1.6 million people across the UK in receipt of Universal Credit had an average of £60 deducted from their benefits in May when thousands had to claim benefits because of lockdown, according to the Department of Work and Pension’s own figures.The staggering sum has been uncovered by Glasgow MP Chris Stephens who has campaigned for the UC advance loans to be abolished and converted into grants.In his own Glasgow South West constituency some 3,800 people, 48 per cent of claimants in the area, had an average of £56 clawed back from their monthly benefit.In ten worst-affected Scottish constituencies over 40,600 people had their benefit capped, with each paying back an average of over £56 to the government.The