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Manor Lords‘ time to shine.Manor Lords is a mediaeval strategy game with city-building mechanics, and it’s taken the gaming world by storm. Despite only launching April 26, it has already hit a player peak of 173,178.

FKA Twigs has revealed that she has developed her own deepfake version of herself, specifically to interact with fans online.The British singer-songwriter – whose real name is Tahliah Barnett – revealed the news of the AI development in a recent written testimony, where she explained how artificial intelligence can be used when an artist gives their consent.Deepfakes are created using artificial intelligence to make a photo or video of someone by manipulating their face or body.According to a report by Rolling Stone, the online version of the artist will go by ‘AI Twigs’, and will be rolled out later this year to help her maintain a connection with fans online while she focuses on making new music.“In the past year, I have developed my own deepfake version of myself that is not only trained in my personality but also can use my exact tone of voice to speak many languages,” she wrote in the testimony.“I will be engaging my AI Twigs later this year to extend my reach and handle my online social media interactions, whilst I continue to focus on my art from the comfort and solace of my studio.“These and similar emerging technologies are highly valuable tools both artistically and commercially when under the control of the artist.”The singer is set to put forward the testimony to the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property in Washington D.C. later today (April 30).

Glastonbury has announced the stacked line-up for the Woodsies Area, with artists including Kim Gordon and The Vaccines being added to the bill.The Worthy Farm festival shared its official 2024 line-up for Glastonbury last month– with Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA confirmed as headlining the iconic Pyramid Stage this summer, while Shania Twain performs in the legends slot on the Sunday.In the time since, organisers have been counting down the weeks to this year’s instalment by gradually announcing the artists playing at other stages around the site. This kicked off with news of new artists set to headline the Acoustic Stage, followed by details on those who have joined the Field Of Avalon line-up, Shangri-La area, Fields of Avalon, Silver Hayes, The Glade and more.Now, the stacked line-up for the Woodsies area has been revealed, with a host of artists being added to the bill.Joining previously revealed artists Jamie xx, Romy, James Blake and Sleaford Mods is ‘90s alt-rock legend and former Sonic Youth icon, Kim Gordon, who recently dropped her critically acclaimed second solo album, ‘The Collective’.Also joining the listing for the 2024 Woodsies stage includes The Vaccines, as well as Lambrini Girls, Voice of Baceprot and The K’s.

Brian Cox has expressed his opinions on religion in a new interview, and has criticised the Bible as being “one of the worst books ever”.The Succession star spoke with Rich Leigh on the latest episode of The Starting Line Podcast, where he opened up about the impacts of religion on politics and humanity.On whether religion holds humanity back, the 77-year-old actor responded: “Oh considerably, yes – I think religion does hold us back because it’s belief systems which are outside ourselves.”He explained: “They’re not dealing with who we are, we’re dealing with, ‘Oh if God says this and God does that’, and you go, ‘Well what is God?’ We’ve created that idea of God, and we’ve created it as a control issue, and it’s also a patriarchal issue … and it’s essentially patriarchal – we haven’t given enough scope to the matriarchy.”He went onto explain why he disapproves of the Bible, referencing its representation of arguably patriarchal narratives.“It’s Adam and Eve, I mean the propaganda goes right way back – the Bible is one of the worst books ever, for me, from my point of view,” he shared.“Because it starts with the idea that Adam’s rib – you know that [from] Adam’s rib, this woman was created, and they’ll believe it cause they’re stupid enough.”He continued: “They need it, but they don’t need to be told lies, they need some kind of truth, and that is not the truth.

Green Wing was released on Audible yesterday (April 29), and fans are taking to social media to show their support.The original sitcom ran between 2004 and 2006, and was created by Smack The Pony producer Vicky Pile. Starring Tamsin Greig and Mark Heap of Friday Night Dinner, along with comedian Stephen Mangan and Fleabag star Olivia Colman, the series follows the lives of staff at a fictional NHS hospital.Now, ahead of the 20th anniversary of the release of the first series, an audio reboot of the show has been made, titled Green Wing: Resuscitated.The reboot sees many of the original cast, including Colman, Mangan and Grieg reprising their roles.

In partnership with Disney+ UKNME Screens returns next month for a special London showing of Let It Be, the 1970 film that documents the making of their 12th and final studio album of the same name – and has long been out of circulation. Find out how to get free tickets below.Creating exclusive film and TV experiences for NME‘s millions of readers in print, online and social media – NME Screens was launched last year, and has since hosted sold-out screenings of Amy Winehouse biopic Back To Black, saucy tennis thriller Challengers, Wes Anderson’s offbeat sci-fi comedy Asteroid City, acclaimed social satire Saltburn and many more.Our next event is an even hotter ticket – and a must-see for music fans.

Game of Thrones massively multiplayer online (MMO) game is in development and it’s set in the frigid North, featuring iconic locations such as Winterfell and The Wall.As reported by The Witcher fan site Redanian Intelligence, (via Eurogamer) Nexon, which published The Finals and Kartrider, is behind a new Game of Thrones MMO. The report states that the game will be set in the North sometime between the show’s fourth and fifth seasons, so spoilers ahead.Roose Bolton is Warden of the North, and Jon and Sam are still up at The Wall.

Miller’s Girl.The film, which was released in the US this January, stars Freeman as the professor of an 18-year-old student, played by Jenna Ortega.The movie has been described as an erotic thriller and explores the complex and intimate relationship between the student and her teacher, as well as involving some sexual scenes. However, the film has received some backlash as the two actors are 31 years apart in age.Now, in a new interview with The Times, The Hobbit star has defended Miller’s Girl, and described it as both “grown-up and nuanced”.

Gray Zone Warfare is an upcoming tactical FPS game featuring a vast open world and PvP and PvEvP modes. It launches into early access today and looks like an Escape From Tarkov killer.Gray Zone Warfare is launching into early access today (April 30), and after the week Escape From Tarkov has had, it could pull in a lot of Battlestate’s players.

Alien Ant Farm have announced a joint headline tour with CKY, which will come with a £1 ticket levy to help support grassroots venues. Find ticket details below.The announcement of the upcoming 2024 shows comes on the heels of California nu-metal band sharing ‘~mAntras~’ last week – marking their first new album in nearly a decade.Set to kick off towards the beginning of November, the shows will see frontman Dryden Mitchell and co.

Beauty enthusiasts who are a sucker for a bargain, we've got the perfect post payday treat for you. For one day only, cosmetic retailer Lookfantastic is offering £5 off their 'winning' subscription box.The beauty box, which contains six new, trending and popular travel-sized products worth over £61, usually costs £15, but with a 12-month subscription, it's just £13.

Katie Price has launched her latest money-making scheme after being declared bankrupt for a second time.The ex-glamour model is selling video messages to fans for a hefty price in a bid to make more cash. Katie, 45, announced she's joined Cameo, a platform which enables fans to get in contact with their celebrity idols and pay for messages, videos and more. She shared a snap from her profile and told fans on Instagram: "Book a personal video message from me on Cameo." A personalised message from the mum-of-five will set you back by a staggering £120.

Coleen Rooney couldn't resist showcasing her ultra-clean and luxurious £20 million Cheshire mansion after she had the carpets professionally cleaned.The wife of footballer Wayne, 38, took to Instagram, sharing a video of Hyper Cleaning doing an impressive job of transforming her home's plush grey carpets - making them look brand new. Fans were treated to a peek at Coleen's fabulously intricate decor as she filmed the cleaning team in action, right down to the chic diagonal pattern they created on her carpets.

Gareth Gates put on a loved-up display with his girlfriend Allana Taylor as they attended an awards bash in London. The Pop Idol star looked smitten with the West End actress as they posed for photographs together at the Golden Chopsticks Awards. Gareth, 39, looked dapper in a black tuxedo, which he wore with his bow tie undone.

Britain's Got Talent act The Dark Hero seriously wowed the judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli with his singing, all while suspended in mid-air dressed as Batman. But the mystery man's show-stopping performance appeared to have raised quite a few questions with viewers afterwards, with many calling out an obvious 'blunder' he'd made.The Dark Hero - who hasn't yet revealed his real name - took to the stage during Saturday night's episode of the ITV show to perform his own operatic rendition of Wicked's Defying Gravity - and fans have called him out for missing a trick on several fronts.

Lorraine Kelly appeared glowing as she posed up a storm with he 29 year old daughter Rosie.The pair made a rare joint appearance at The 2024 Golden Chopsticks Awards and were photographed on the red carpet.The 64 year old TV star wowed in a black leather midi dress and paired it with a nude clutch bag. Meanwhile, Rosie - who is pregnant with her first baby - opted for a figure-hugging brown sleeveless dress and black heels. Lorraine and Rosie's appearance comes after the TV presenter shared her excitement over becoming a grandmother for the first time, after her daughter announced she expecting her first child with partner Steve.

a highly competitive and unpredictable one. Fifteen new musicals opened during the past year, which is the widest field in at in at least three decades.

Tributes have poured in for Line of Duty actor Brian McCardie who has died, aged 59.

James Martin opened up about his breakup with James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli and it was for one very unusual reason.

If there is one thing Scotland is known for, it is its history, which is as fascinating as it is bloody.

A new online petition is urging the UK Government to continue providing financial support for people with mental health conditions claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced that the disability benefit will be given a major overhaul in an effort to reduce spiralling costs.

Lowland League champions East Kilbride have been invited to take part in next season's Premier Sports Cup competition.

An elderly resident of a sheltered housing complex in Barrhead has died following a devastating fire .

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Lily Collins is in Rome to shoot a portion of “Emily in Paris” Season 4, which wrapped filming in France last week, she announced on Instagram. The hit Netflix show started shooting in January in Paris ahead of the Olympic Games, which will kick off on July 26, for which the French capital is now in final preparatory stages. Collins on Saturday posted a photo of herself and Ashley Park, who plays Mindy Chen on the comedy series, which a caption that said: “Next stop: Rome!” Incidentally, Season 4 is shaping up to be a big one for Mindy who is reportedly headed to Eurovision.

Ellise Shafer The second annual Cannes Investors Circle has revealed its lineup, including films from Ruben Östlund and Lorcan Finnegan. Taking place at the Marché du Film during the Cannes Film Festival, the Investors Circle showcases 10 never-before-seen films in various stages of development to an exclusive group of film financing experts and investors.

Alex Ritman In the coming months, British actors’ union Equity and producer trade body Pact are expected to kick off negotiations to thrash out new contracts that will cover the vast majority of U.K. TV and indie film. There’s going to be several major sticking points on the table, many that are near-identical to those that dominated the lengthy and fraught talks between SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP in the U.S.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Oprah Winfrey is off the board of WeightWatchers — but she’s continuing to work with the company as part of her efforts to change the cultural conversation about weight. Winfrey will host “Making The Shift: A New Way to Think About Weight,” a three-hour event on Thursday, May 9, from 6-9 p.m.

died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 18. She was 47.On Monday night’s episode (8 p.m. on ABC), “Idol” alums Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle and Danny Gokey performed a cover of “Shackles (Praise You)” by duo Mary Mary as a tribute to Mandisa.

Prince Harry is set to return to the UK solo next week as it's been confirmed that Meghan Markle won't be accompanying her husband for his visit. The Duke of Sussex will be in London to attend a special event celebrating the Invictus Games, but Meghan and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, will remain in the US.

Britain's Got Talent viewers have slammed the ITV show after fans claimed the judge's reactions are fake.

Lauren Goodger has open about the cosmetic procedures she's undergone since finding fame on The Only Way Is Essex, but has now shared her hopes of reversing some of the surgery she's had done.The reality TV star has admitted she feels "uncomfortable" with certain parts of her body, especially since becoming a mum. Lauren, 37, had a boob job in 2014, taking her from a 34D to an E. She explained how she decided to have her boobs enhanced after seeing a girl with hers done while on holiday in Antigua, and within a week of returning to the UK she'd undergone the surgery on London's Harley Street.

North Lanarkshire Council set to vote on proposals to ban the release of sky lanterns and helium balloons.

Helen Flanagan's ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair was spotted with the Coronation Street star's former friend on a cosy night out in Manchester.

This Morning star Michelle Elman revealed this week that she'd split from her fiancé after just 24 hours after discovering he'd been cheating on her.The author and life coach took to her social media over the weekend to share the huge life update, telling her followers: "All this f*****g sucks, I was engaged for 24 hours". In an update posted late on Monday, 29 April, Michelle revealed she had actually been "trying for a baby for 3 months" and was currently enjoying the last day of a solo trip she wanted to take before getting pregnant.The star - whose Instagram tagline is Queen of Boundaries - also said she'd been "overcome by all the love" she'd received since sharing the shocking love life update.

King Charles is returning to work today after taking some time off from his royal duties due to being diagnosed with cancer.

Piers Morgan, known for his candid opinions, has made a dig at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle concerning their forthcoming trip to Nigeria.