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Key figures like Lord Corlys Velaryon might be less willing to back Rhaenyra’s claim to the throne, forcing her to work hard to keep things stable. The devastating civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons explains why House Velaryon is no longer a major power. Originally from Old Valyria alongside the Targaryens, the Velaryons were incredibly influential when they arrived in Westeros, largely due to their powerful dragons. However, even this noble family from Driftmark couldn’t escape the long-lasting consequences of the war.

Many fans remember Sub-Zero’s death in the first movie, where Scorpion fatally burned him. However, that wasn’t the end for Bi-Han. He’s brought back as the undead ninja Noob Saibot thanks to the dark magic of Quan Chi, finally allowing audiences to see this iconic character on screen. Having spent years as a violent Lin Kuei assassin, Bi-Han’s transformation into Noob Saibot gives him shadow powers and a new, evil mission in the NetherRealm.

Fans of Paul McCartney are in for something special with his upcoming album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, releasing May 29th. It features a track called “Home to Us” where he almost unexpectedly collaborated with Ringo Starr. Starr was originally just asked to play drums, but ended up being brought back to contribute to the whole album.

Nearing her 80th birthday, Marina Abramović returns to Venice for a landmark exhibition, Transforming Energy, at the Gallerie dell’Accademia. This is the first major show at the gallery dedicated to a living female artist. Curated by Shai Baitel, the exhibition places Abramović’s groundbreaking performance art alongside masterpieces of the Renaissance, solidifying her importance to the city of Venice, a place she has always cherished.

Currently, the show M.I.A. has a 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It started with a score below 60%, which would have meant it was considered a poor show. However, the rating has since improved, now placing it in the “fresh” category. While some critics have been very negative – one even said the show was “dead on arrival” – others believe it’s still worth watching, despite a few flaws in its first season.