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31th may 3301
Barnard's star - Diplomats and representatives stand for peace
Representatives from all over space arrived today in Barnard's Star. Lance Dion-Tanaka from princess Aisling's Angels prepared a newsroom that was joined by an eclectic who's who: famous LiquidCatnip of EIC, FatHaggard of the federal Merchant Marines and Rhea of the independent Black Fleet joined the impromptu diplomatic meet.
Their statement on the news: "We come pay our respects for the loss of your president, and in these trying times to extend a peaceable hand to reassure federation citizens that no ill will is intended by its neighbors. That current troubles need not be premise to undesirable conflict. We commend lady Winters in her swift action towards maintaining order and wish her the best of luck."
The Empire contingent had few comments about Hudson's suggestion of Imperial involvement: "A baseless assertion undoubtedly motivated by grief. There is simply no motive or evidence to support it."
CMDR Lance 'Spacecat' D.

The BlackFleet approves this message.
 
31th may 3301
Barnard's star - Diplomats and representatives stand for peace
Representatives from all over space arrived today in Barnard's Star. Lance Dion-Tanaka from princess Aisling's Angels prepared a newsroom that was joined by an eclectic who's who: famous LiquidCatnip of EIC, FatHaggard of the federal Merchant Marines and Rhea of the independent Black Fleet joined the impromptu diplomatic meet.
Their statement on the news: "We come pay our respects for the loss of your president, and in these trying times to extend a peaceable hand to reassure federation citizens that no ill will is intended by its neighbors. That current troubles need not be premise to undesirable conflict. We commend lady Winters in her swift action towards maintaining order and wish her the best of luck."
The Empire contingent had few comments about Hudson's suggestion of Imperial involvement: "A baseless assertion undoubtedly motivated by grief. There is simply no motive or evidence to support it."
CMDR Lance 'Spacecat' D.

FatHaggard of the Merchant Marines also affirms our backing of this statement.
 
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Scientific breakthrough on origin of life found near Achernar

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A scientific breakthrough was made on the origin of life in the universe yesterday after a group of scientists found an open refrigerator spreading large amounts of biological matter into space near Achernar.
Could this refrigerator be the source of all life?

CMDR KI signing off.
 
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HIP 15868 local galnet news submission:

Date and time: 1 June


Title: HIP 15868 Joins the Empire!

The change was difficult, and could not have happened without a small group of commanders that banded together to help the citizens of the system achieve their vision for the system to join the Empire.

When asked about his motivation to help, the commander that organized the effort simply said: “I do what I have to do. Sometimes people go with me.” When told that other nearby systems were now seriously considering joining the Empire, he replied: “That’s what happens when the Funky Cold Midena is involved.” It is unclear if he was referring to himself, the group that helped him, or a beverage of some sort. Oddly, some in the group are said to have a strong affinity for green jello.

If this group remains active, the Empire will surely grow.

Commander name: Abil Midena
 
Date: Current

Title: Knights of the Black formed to “defend humanity” against alien threats

Recently, a group called the Knights of the Black was created. According to its founder, Commander John Paul Wilson, the group was formed to protect any human systems, no matter their political ties, against hostile alien species, and to search for and establish diplomatic ties with alien species. It is CMDR Wilson’s belief that Humanity is still unprepared for potential alien threats.

“The discoveries of the Unknown Artifacts and the public’s reaction to the loss of StarShip One showed us just how unprepared we are. Many people were scared and confused, due to insufficient information. I took the two events (which turned out to be unrelated) as a wakeup call. We must prepare for the possibilities of peace and war with alien races. As one great scientist said on the subject, ‘Seek, and you shall find. Seek not, and they shall find you.’

All pilots interested in joining should contact CMDR Wilson for more details.


Commander John Paul Wilson
 
- 3rd June 3301

- Federation influence blamed as Nu Tauri region slips into war

- Local politicians & media commentators blame the influence of the Federation backed Nu Tauri Independents as civil war and disturbances spread across the region. As the Nu Tauri Independents expand their operational reach, other local corporations and organisations jousting for power a have caused significant political destabilisation, with open warfare breaking out in at least three systems; Ancanec, HR 1257, and Nu Tauri itself. A burgeoning black market trade in battle weapons has been documented, some sources claiming that dealers based in Maddox Dock outpost Estae have been behind the majority of these supplies, profiteering from the multiple warfronts. There are unconfirmed reports from a local commander of smugglers in the Nu Tauri system paying over the odds for the illegal cargo, although where their allegiances lie is not known.

The Nu Tauri Independents themselves are not directly involved in any of the conflicts, but there are allegations of agents offering combat work for mercenaries, and their own economy is currently experiencing an economic boom. Goran Herrik, Operations Manager at Jacobi Platform for HR 1257 Transport Ltd. stated "The Nu Tauri Independents have already made political moves into 45 Tauri and here in HR 1257. It's clear this is all part of a wider plan to exert Federation control over a region that neither requested nor requires it"
A spokesperson for the Nu Tauri Indepedents refuted this, adding off-the-record that HR 1257 Transport themselves had recently opened a branch in the neighbuoring Masawi system after a military backed expansion, and that clearly were not an organisation who's claims could could be trusted.

In the end, it is the local residents of the region who suffer, and there are calls from community leaders for a ceasefire and a multiple-system round table to begin peace talks.


- CMDR Posthuman
 
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Date: June 3, 3301
Subject: Federal Pilots Not Convinced by Official Starship One Report
Now that everyone has had a chance to disseminate the official report concerning the drive failure on Starship One, Federal Navy pilots are not entirely convinced by the report’s findings. In fact, some are outraged. Speaking on condition of anonymity, members of the Daedalus Heavy Reconnaissance wing in Sol, the unit colloquially known in the navy as “Thug Life”, angrily denounced the report.
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“It’s absurd, a farce,” Remarked one pilot. “To think that the Federal Navy would outfit Starship One with drives known to be defective? Its pure nonsense and it makes us all look bad. That ship was impeccably maintained. Tested over and over to the highest standards for safety. The security around that ship is impenetrable. To suggest that it simply ‘blew up’ of its own accord is insulting to every Federal service man or woman in uniform.” Said another, "I know some of the guys that work on that ship. They're the best at what they do, else they wouldn't be assigned to SS1. They don't make mistakes and they don't let anything take off that isn't 100% safe. The 'S' class FSD does not have 'notoriously high maintenance requirements', rather, as it pertains to SS1, they are 'notoriously well maintained.'"
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Not wishing to remain anonymous was Ensign Don Alvarez of the FDS Vengeance. “Where’s the backlash? We’ve just lost the President of the Federation, I’ve just returned from a week long assignment in deep space to find a new administration in place and all this neatly swept under the rug, with not a single court martial or job lost over the affair. The Navy doesn't operate that way. People are held accountable, so no doubt some strings were pulled to get this fictional report published. I want to go on record so maybe President Hudson will look into this matter a bit more seriously so he is not the next to get immolated in Hyperspace. First these strange artifacts start showing up, terrorists rail against a government cover up and then we lose Starship One. You don’t need to be an admiral to put two and two together. Even at my pay grade you hear rumors – whispers about things like ‘undocumented cargo’ on Starship One.”
 
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CONTRAIL and CODE form Alliance, Cosmic State joins battle with BBfA and RoA

Date: 3 June 3301
21:34:00

Subject: CONTRAIL and CODE form an alliance, Cosmic State joins in battle with BBfA and RoA

On this somewhat quiet evening, CMDRs flying under the sigils of the known Imperialist groups BBfA and RoA came to Leesti and Diso attempting to bring anarchy to the space in this part of the Alliance - a region known for being patrolled by large CMDR organizations.

The resulting combat was disorganized, chaotic, and violent. Observers reported dozens of Wings including a score of Anacondas and several dozen Vultures. In the end, the invading BBFA and RoA were chased off by the combined forces of CODE, Cosmic State and CONTRAIL who traveled from deep in Federated space to assist in the recently-forged protection compact formed between these alliterative organizations.

It's reported that throughout the region of space around Alrai, the home of BBfA, both organizations are trying to find any jobs they can to compensate for the massive losses they sustained in their invasion of the heavily patrolled Alliance spaces. This night of costs comes on the tail of several weeks of attrition in CONTRAIL controlled space.

Many politicians and Power Tacticians have speculated on the consequences of any alliance between what are by all accounts among the largest CMDR-organizations in known Space.


Submitted by: CMDR Evil This
 
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-June, 6th, 3301

-Orden de Comandantes Imperiales struggling for Kamocan

The famous Hispanic chivalric order has been operating all day and night to ensure that Kamocan turns his allegiance to Princess Arissa Lavigny. This area of the Empire is highly populated with people from Hispanic backgrounds that pledged massively their allegiance to her.

The noblemen of the Orden de Comandantes Imperiales has been working hard to supply Kamocan to provoque a conflict for the cause of Princess Arissa Lavigny-Duval. They hope that one of their home system will prosper through the influence of their beloved leader, the real only heir of the Throne.

Submitted by: Earl Harfang

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Powerplay is out. But who do I pick?

With the release of the Powerplay update, the universe is expanded in a big way. 10 Powers to choose from, but whom do I choose?

I found myself asking that very question even after reading all the information detailed about the varying factions. Sure it describes overall tactics and what bonuses they bring to the table. But I am much more interested in the actual politics of the leaders. What makes them tick? What are their plans for the future? How do they go about achieving those goals?

I propose a 10 part interview segment wherein I "interview" each of the Power's leaders and ask them some of these questions. I think it would shed some valuable light on their personalities, goals and thoughts and assist CMDR's in choosing who to pledge to. having them all answer the same (or similar) questions from a true "voice of the people" (A CMDR) would give it a "real" feeling. Having this available to the public, such as on Gal-Net or in a weekly newsletter, could provide many answers to questions being asked.

The interviews are open to interpretation. Ideally (in my mind) I would ask the questions, and they would be answered, and I would ask follow-up questions (like a real interview). Short, simple, and to the point would be the aim of the questions, just to get CMDR's an idea of what the various leaders stand for. Alternatively you at Frontier Development could just write the segment and leave me out of it, that would be fine too. I really just want to see this come to fruition because I think i would greatly alter how people view the evolving world and how they influence it. I am also completely open to coordinating with you as well to make this segment come to life, whatever you want I can make it work.

I know this is an ambitious proposal and I will not be upset if it is turned down. I just truly believe it would be a great idea to expand upon the lore of the Galaxy and make it more involved and personal to the player community.



Thanks for your consideration,
Ninjaape0023
a.k.a. CMDR Andariel
a.k.a. Emerson Riehle


P.S. I would call the Segment The Milky Way Today, because i'm a sucker for rhymes.
 
With the release of the Powerplay update, the universe is expanded in a big way. 10 Powers to choose from, but whom do I choose?

I found myself asking that very question even after reading all the information detailed about the varying factions. Sure it describes overall tactics and what bonuses they bring to the table. But I am much more interested in the actual politics of the leaders. What makes them tick? What are their plans for the future? How do they go about achieving those goals?

I propose a 10 part interview segment wherein I "interview" each of the Power's leaders and ask them some of these questions. I think it would shed some valuable light on their personalities, goals and thoughts and assist CMDR's in choosing who to pledge to. having them all answer the same (or similar) questions from a true "voice of the people" (A CMDR) would give it a "real" feeling. Having this available to the public, such as on Gal-Net or in a weekly newsletter, could provide many answers to questions being asked.

The interviews are open to interpretation. Ideally (in my mind) I would ask the questions, and they would be answered, and I would ask follow-up questions (like a real interview). Short, simple, and to the point would be the aim of the questions, just to get CMDR's an idea of what the various leaders stand for. Alternatively you at Frontier Development could just write the segment and leave me out of it, that would be fine too. I really just want to see this come to fruition because I think i would greatly alter how people view the evolving world and how they influence it. I am also completely open to coordinating with you as well to make this segment come to life, whatever you want I can make it work.

I know this is an ambitious proposal and I will not be upset if it is turned down. I just truly believe it would be a great idea to expand upon the lore of the Galaxy and make it more involved and personal to the player community.



Thanks for your consideration,
Ninjaape0023
a.k.a. CMDR Andariel
a.k.a. Emerson Riehle


P.S. I would call the Segment The Milky Way Today, because i'm a sucker for rhymes.

Um, actually, this is already being officially worked on. So... yeah.
 
[Again on behalf of Arcanonn and "The Canonn"]

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Investigation Takes an Unknown Turn...

Federal Prosecutors investigating the catastrophic failure of the Starship One, today issued a statement requesting local security agencies throughout the colonies to provide information of any persons connected to to the Research Scientists of the Unknown Artefact and the movement know as The Canonn.

Specifically, an unnamed source claimed, they want to speak to Dr. Arcanonn and the leader of “The Canonn". Our source informed us that Dr Arcanonn was not a suspect but he might have valuable information about the accident and the events around it. However, he went on to say “...if it was a terrorist act, then we can’t rule anyone, or anything, out of the investigation.”

Dr Arcanonn was not available for comment, but a spokesperson suggested it sounded like an attempt at a cover up by diverting blame, and distracting attention from the vital work Dr Arcanonn and his team. She went on to say, “These objects may well hold the key to understanding aliens! What is wrong with these people? Everyone involved in this project is working tirelessly to unlock the secrets of these objects. We are not a political group but likeminded individuals in the pursuit of knowledge. If the galactic governments are not going to help then they can at least leave us in peace to continue our work. We have a long road ahead of us and these sort of distractions are just politics."
 
7th June 3301
Emperor's Grace Sides With Patreus


On the personal order of Varrwen Mako Brennus, all members of Emperor's Grace are instructed to extend their support to Senator Denton Patreus where possible.

Senator Patreus demonstrated support for Emperor's Grace during recent unpleasant circumstances when senior members of Emperor's Grace stood accused of Treason. This unfounded and scurillous accusation was disproven before the Imperial Senate. Moreover, Emperor's Grace was instrumental in finding the criminals behind the recent assassination attempt on Emperor Duval. Explaining the decision to extend support to Senator Patreus, Admiral Brennus declared to a packed audience that "we never forget our friends and we always remember our enemies".

Commander Light Fingers
Imperial Security Service Lead
Emperor's Grace
 
7 June 3301

Murder in Cartoi: Arissa Supporters Proudly Commit Fratricide, Gloat

Today we bring sad news out of Cartoi. While peacefully trading within Empire space, CMDR Lethaltyrant was ambushed by a wing of larger ships. Answering the hail in his Asp, he was issued a startling threat - Defect or Die. Staying true to his morals, CMDR Lethaltyrant chose honorably. He would not defect from the one power trying to reform the Empire, Aisling Duval. For this, he was mercilessly killed by this wing of larger combat ships.

Worse, on public channels, fellow Arissa supporters gloated over this news. Quoting one anonymous Arissa supporter "Butcher them. The Brain Dead Blue Head must end up on a pike."

While Princess Duval could not be reached for comment, we can only assume that this loss was noted by her personally. The clarion call should now be loud and clear for all Empire citizens: Do you support progress or barbarism? Peaceful trading or cold blooded murder? To all those who believe in a better Empire, we encourage you to join us in Cubeo and support Princess Aisling Duval, the true hope for a brighter future for the entire Empire.

*I did not write this, it was written by /u/Guiron on Reddit.

Link to the reddit post made by /u/Guiron
 
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New Beau For the Princess?
Speculation is mounting that the Princess maybe dating, interest in the Princess' personal life has always been high on the media's attention and no doubt the media do want her to find a boyfriend and husband. However the pressure they put on her is nothing compared to the pressure her parents are putting on her, especially her fearsome mother. Given Princess Aisling's stunning appearance it's somewhat surprising that male suitors haven't been plentiful but maybe not when you consider that her last alleged boyfriend hasn't been seen since their relationship ended rather suddenly after the young gentleman annoyed Aisling's father. No word what happened but speculation at the time suggested the man was banished out of Empire space. Some say his punishment for the argument he had with Aisling and in her father's words "not showing my daughter the proper respect" was possibly more severe than mere banishment. Let's hope the new guy measures up if indeed the rumours are true.
 
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Date: Any
Title: Betel System Governor visits newly independent Cocijo system
Commander: Xena

Governor Gabrielle Cormack of the Betel system held meetings at Harry Moore & Co station in the Cocijo system today to share ideas about governmental processes and to join in the celebrations of Cocijo's newly-won independence from the Federation.

Governor Cormack stressed the need for friendly relations with their Federal neighbours but reiterated Cocijo's declaration of independence.

"While we of the Betel Free are delighted to maintain close ties with the Federation, we are a strongly independent system and will remain so. We recognise Cocijo's new status and extend our hand in greeting to our new friends".

A reciprocal visit by a delegation from Cocijo is anticipated in the near future.
 
- Date and time for the news item/event

Anytime this week

- Title – this should be brief and include the location

Humanitarian Crisis in Federation Space

- Description – This should be no more than 150 words

An investigation into the loss of thousands of Federal Aid ships in less than 3 days

- Commander Name

Jimmymick
 
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