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Amazon Game Studios has launched a free weekend for New World, giving curious players a chance to try the MMO out ahead of its upcoming Rabbits Revenge event.New World‘s free weekend launched yesterday (April 7) at 6PM BST, and will remain free-to-play until 6PM on April 11.As noted in a Q&A blog shared by Amazon Game Studios, the free weekend will coincide with a sale that brings the game’s price down by 40 per cent until April 18.“Players who join in for the Steam Free Weekend will have their progress saved and will be able to pick up where they left off when the weekend ends if they elect to buy New World,” added the blog.Next week, New World will also celebrate the step into spring with an event called Rabbit’s Revenge.“During this event, players can help cull a plague of corrupted rabbits for a chance to earn up to three Diamond Gypsum in loot drops and five luck-increasing consumables daily,” detailed a press release, which also added that players will be able to earn a mystical storage chest for participating.Back in March, Amazon Game Studios also shared a 2022 roadmap for New World, which detailed new PvP content, another expedition, and much more.Since then, the Heart Of Madness update has been released – which concluded the MMO’s main storyline with a quest titled The Heart of the Tempest. The update also added the Blunderbuss, a new type of ranged weapon that scales off strength and intelligence stats.It also brought The Tempest’s Heart, an endgame expedition designed for five level 60 players with gear scores between 550 and 570.

Late in 2021, Ubisoft announced it would be adding non fungible tokens (or NFTs) into the PC version of ‘Ghost Recon Breakpoint’, and while even the company’s own staff reported didn’t understand the scheme, it has not put Ubisoft off, as it seems more NFTs are coming, and will be making their way into games outside of ‘Breakpoint’.

Returnal was the big winner of the night, winning four of the eight awards it was nominated for. The game took home the trophy for Best Game as well as awards for Music and Audio Achievement, while Voice actor Jane Perry won the award for Performer In A Lead Role for her portrayal as Selene Vassos.In her acceptance speech at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, the actress thanked BAFTA for “recognising the artistry and the incredible talent in the games industry.”“Performers dream of having a role like that to sink our teeth into.

Eurovision Song Contest.The rap group, who formed in 2019, replaced Ukraine’s original entrant Alina Pash, who withdrew from the competition in February.On February 12, Pash was announced as the winner of Vidbir, the nationally televised selection show that Ukraine uses to find its Eurovision entry, with her song ‘Тіні забутих предків’ (‘Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors’).Kalush Orchestra finished in second place with their track ‘Stefania’, which is an ode to powerful mothers. They are now the favourites to win Eurovision overall, with their odds currently sitting at 19/3 (via Oddschecker).According to the BBC, the six members of the band were on tour in Ukraine when Russia invaded. “The day the war began, we were returning from the tour from the city of Dnipro,” rapper Oleh Psiuk said.

Pink Floyd have reunited to release their first original music in nearly 30 years today. 

English-Irish pop band New Rules are really ready to Go The Distance (see what we did there?) on their brand-new single. 

Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson are one of showbiz’s hottest new celebrity couples and the pair aren’t shy about flaunting their romance. Pete stepped out to support his famous girlfriend on Thursday night as they made their red carpet debut at the premiere of her family’s new Hulu series, The Kardashians in LA.The couple held hands and sweetly gazed into each other’s eyes as they arrived to the event.

Kim Kardashian had a special date to the Los Angeles premiere of her family's new Hulu series,. The 41-year-old reality star arrived at Goya Studios on the arm of her 28-year-old comedian boyfriend, Pete Davidson. Clad in a skin-tight silver Thierry Mugler gown and matching choker necklace, Kim walked the red carpet alone, but she and Pete didn't hide from the cameras as they made their grand entrance. The comedian wore white sneakers, a black suit, and a white T-shirt with shades as he held his girlfriend's hand. Pete will not appear on camera in the first season of the family's new Hulu series, but his romance with Kim will be widely talked about. Kim also teased in a recent article that he might be attending an event that will be filmed for season 2, which could be this very premiere. «I have not filmed with him,» she told the magazine last month.

Will Smith could find out his Oscars fate within hours.

The First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, will make a special appearance during the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards this Saturday. She is not the first First Lady to appear on the show — in 2012, Michelle Obama presented the Big Help Award to Taylor Swift.

Jennifer Lopez may have gotten engaged to her boyfriend Ben Affleck, 49, after she was spotted sporting a stunning diamond on her ring finger.The singer, whose beau recently came out to support her at the iHeartRadio Awards with their children in tow, looked as stunning as ever as she donned what appeared to be a flower-shaped jewel during an outing to the shops with her daughter Emme, 14.The 52 year old mum-of-two, who also shares son Maximilian, also 14, with her ex husband Marc Anthony, opted for a gorgeous floaty maxi dress that featured a shirt-design at the collar, puffed sleeves and pleated detail.The silky fabric was printed with striking and colourful flowers all over, and the star looked beautiful as she browsed the shop. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Coronation Street viewers had to double take during a recent episode of the ITV soap after they spotted a new actor who was the spit of character Max Turner. In Wednesday 6 April’s instalment of the show, rising star Zach Riordan - who is the older brother of Sam Blakeman actor Jude Riordan - made his debut on the Corrie cobbles.The siblings shared the screen as Zach stepped into the shoes of teenager Oscar, who was competing against Sam in a game of chess.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of hurling racist abuse at the Manchester City v Atletico Madrid game.

Ilkay Gundogan says Jurgen Klopp's man-management stands out from his time working with the current Liverpool boss, while Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has a more tactical and analytical approach.

For classical music enthusiasts, those who are curious, or even people looking for a new way to spend their evenings in Manchester, the Hallé has something for everyone as they transition from their Spring Season to the next phase of the year, ensuring they end the season on a high note. The Hallé is now wrapping up with some of the biggest events of the year so far and has the perfect way to end a successful run; by celebrating several important figures in musical history and even its own roots as a Manchester institution.

Stacey Solomon was so distracted by the cuteness of her own matching outfit with her baby daughter that she didn't even spot her wardrobe fail. She took to Instagram earlier this week with a string of adorable snaps alongside six-month-old Rose.

Fred is close to leading the way in goal contributions at Manchester United in the Premier League under Ralf Rangnick.

North Lanarkshire Council is warning people about bogus workmen operating in the area.

A new anti-bullying policy is to be developed at Crief f High School following a review into its culture, policies and processes.

Keeping the size of your waist less than half of your height is important for your health, according to NHS guidance.

Sixteen year-old West Lothian gymnast Megan Docherty has once again proven her skill on the national stage – taking home gold and silver at a British gymnastics masters event.

With summer around the corner it’s time to kick start your healthy eating plan to help you feel great inside and out.