Federal Shadow President Demands Conscription
federationgalactic Newszachary Hudson 28 December 2014
In the traditional speeches that mark the re-opening of Congress after the holiday, Congressman and Shadow President Zachary Hudson has outlined his views for the coming year. In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth. “We... Read more
Senator Torval Blames Federal Agitators from Luluwala for Sorbago Rebellion
federationgalactic Newszemina Torval 28 December 2014
Senator Torval has already blamed outside forces for the recently suppressed rebellion in Sorbago. Last night on the political debate panel show ‘Question Everything’ she went further. “Yes, these are terrible events, but sometimes people are easily led. My forces have reported ships coming from Luluwala supplying guns to... Read more
For the first time Aisling Duval revealed a little of the state of mind of her father Harold, on “Late Night with Aaron Smith”. He is no longer considered by many as heir to the throne, following the Emperor’s formal declaration that he is not of sound mind. “My... Read more
University Student Sit-In
federationgalactic News 26 December 2014
A peaceful Christmas demonstration which started on Christmas Day continues on the steps of the Congress building in Olympus Village on Mars. This year Christmas falls during the cold season, and the students are wrapped up warm, mostly dressed in red and white Santa outfits. Above them a giant... Read more
Torval Backs Patreus’s Line on the Imperial Succession
arissa Lavigny-Duvaldenton Patreusgalactic Newszemina Torval 26 December 2014
In a frosty response to a question from a reporter climbing into a speeder, Senator Torval replied: “All this in-fighting over the succession is unseemly. I have at least as much Imperial blood as that Arissa Lavigny woman and you don’t see me clamouring for the throne. Any fool... Read more
Senator Torval Frees 10,000 Slaves
galactic Newszemina Torval 25 December 2014
Senator Torval has long criticised slavery outside the Empire or ‘unregulated slavery’ as she refers to it. Even though she doesn’t celebrate Christmas, for the last few years she has freed slaves she has found for sale in Federal systems. Speaking from her yacht the ‘Xanadu’ she said: “Today,... Read more
Slave Rebellion Crushed
galactic Newszemina Torval 25 December 2014
In a statement from one of Senator Torval’s closest advisors the Senator declared that the rebellion in the Sorbago system had been crushed. She praised her forces and the allied pilots who aided in suppressing the rebellion. “The institution of Imperial slavery in the Sorbago system has been restored.... Read more
Christmas Celebrations Begin throughout the Federation and Alliance
alliancefederationgalactic News 24 December 2014
Christmas celebrations and official public holidays have begun throughout Federal, Alliance and some independent systems. In ancient times the date once marked the shortest day on Earth and developed into a key date for various ancient religions still observed by some. The now traditional Christmas celebration of commercial excess,... Read more
Rebellion Failing in Jera?
denton Patreusgalactic News 24 December 2014
Senator Denton Patreus refused to comment today when questioned regarding the apparent failure of the rebellion in the Jera system despite his support. Reports from the system have indicated that the local security forces with the support of hired independent pilots experienced little difficulty in suppressing the attacks by... Read more
Emperor Sickness Worsens
galactic Newsharold Duvalhengist Duval 23 December 2014
Rumours are spreading that the Emperor’s illness has taken a turn for the worse. Speeders carrying medical experts have been seen entering the palace, and inadvertently last night an Imperial aide confirmed that one wing of the Imperial Palace has been turned into a hospital. Critics of the Emperor... Read more
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