Rumours are circulating that the Emperor’s condition is far worse than is being admitted. One source even claimed that he has died, but that hasn’t been confirmed. A senior palace source informed us that Chancellor Blaine would announce his death if it happened. We believe it likely that his... Read more
Admiral Vincent, the Federal Admiral of the Fleet, has announced that the Federal Navy has now practically eliminated the narcotic ‘onionhead’ from Panem in Kappa Fornacis. “Our systematic destruction of the crop has now paid off, and I am pleased to say we have destroyed all the crops without... Read more
Pomp and Circumstance of the Royal Wedding
empireflorence Lavignygalactic Newshengist Duvalwedding 16 January 2015
Foreign dignitaries are beginning to gather on Capitol in Achenar, in preparation for the royal wedding. Senators from throughout Imperial space have begun arriving, and many leaders from friendly independent systems too. Red carpets have been laid in local starports, and for the full length of the Imperial Avenue.... Read more
Despite the suspicious circumstances that have been widely reported, no further information has come to light. Social media is alleging a high level cover-up, and it seems large amounts of data have disappeared due to system failures. President Halsey is said to be devastated, and gave a brief statement... Read more
Aisling Duval Objects to Grandfather’s Marriage
aisling Duvalempireflorence Lavignyhengist Duvalpolicy/economy 15 January 2015
Aisling Duval has lodged an objection to the marriage of her grandfather, the Emperor to Florence Lavigny. Coming out of the Office for Marriage with her Lawyer she read a prepared statement from a cue – “I have lodged a formal objection to my grandfather marrying his fancy woman... Read more
In a shock move the Purple Netcoms Holdings Corporation has declared itself as independent and have called on commanders to help it to withdraw the Sugrivik system from the Federation. The CEO of the company angrily denounced the recent tax rises by President Halsey and claiming that her actions... Read more
Extremist Leader Calls for Zero Tax Policy
denton Patreusempirefederationpolicy/economy 15 January 2015
Call Hagen, the leader of the League of Nabatean Defence Party, today called for a zero tax policy for citizens of the system of Nabatean at an impromptu rally. “We citizens of the Federation are treated poorly compared to the progressive policies evident within the Empire. The Federation is... Read more
Slave Revolt in Ongkuma Crushed
empiregalactic Newszemina Torval 14 January 2015
Following a surprise move from the Ongkuma Progressive Party withdrawing their support for the slave rebellion, the last of the rebels have been killed or captured. In a statement Senator Torval declared – “Once again the machinations of Federal agitators have been defeated. They will never learn. They deceived... Read more
Sanna and Dulos Independence Movement News
federationgalactic News 14 January 2015
Sanna and Dulos Independence Movement News In contrasting news reports from the Sanna and Dulos systems, reporters revealed the latest on the independence movements in those systems. The Federal-supporting factions in the Sanna system are comfortably holding their ground and local commentators believe that their efforts to leave the... Read more
Changes Brewing in the Lugh System
federationLugh warwars / conflicts 13 January 2015
We’ve received reports from the Lugh system of the Federal backed Lugh for Equality faction losing ground in the political struggle with the rising Crimson State Group. According to opinion polls support for the Crimson State Group independence movement has risen to over 66%. The staggering increase in influence... Read more