//A large collection of news posts are uploaded in an archive! In chronological order, it contains every major news post from January 3287 to July 3289// Date: 1-5-3287 [Province]: Olympus [Announcement]: After over two weeks of unexpected closure, the Empire's center of military affairs, the Byzantine, will reopen to the public this afternoon ((3pm EST)) following a formal ceremony. The ceremony, itself, will be open to all citizens, with exception given to advena with verifiable press credentials. Eye-witnesses report small transport craft touching down on the grounds, carrying what appeared to be tables and various cookware. It's speculated that there will be a banquet afterwards. Date: 2-6-3287 [Province]: Iona [Planet]: Iona [Announcement]: This notice is to be sent to all Ionian citizens in proximity of Point Origin, the local government has commissioned a work service tunnel between the Point Origin facility and the experimental Genebase substation just outside of the facility. This tunnel will eliminate the need for environmental suits to work in Genebase. The work is expected to take about a week to complete, for this time it is advisable for all citizens to avoid the far end of the main lobby. Date: 2-14-3287 [Province]: All [Planet]: Garlen [Announcement]: This notice is to be sent to all Atlas personnel and citizens whom frequent Garlen. There has been a surge in violent activity in the area, and management strongly advises wearing protection and to be wary for potential threats. This warning will be in effect until further notice. Date: 2-20-3287 [Province]: Lapetus [Planet]: Calypso, but broadcast elsewhere in the empire. [Announcement]: There is a PSA on what shifters look like, how to identify them, the symptoms of infection, transmission methods, and the existence of a treatment. There is emphasis that the earlier it is caught, the higher the chance of survival. The sick are sick, not evil. Early action prevents disaster! Date: 2-24-3287 [Province]: Olympus [Announcement]: In the weeks following the death of Preator Markus Alexander, all of his liquid assets were repurposed to establish several secondary education institutes across Olympus. It may be some months before the construction is complete and they are opened. Date: 4-15-3287 [Province]: Iona [Planet]: Iona [Announcement]: Change in management Effectively immediately, Calypso Station Head of Security Testament has been transferred to the Ionian Research Platform Security Depot as its Captain. Date: 4-16-3287 [Province]: Lapetus [Planet]: Calypso [Announcement]: Two announcements come in one package. 1. New Chancellor Yaretzi replaces Chancellor Avalice after old Chancellor retires. 2. Clowns are officially required to apply for a clown license and the increased scrutiny that comes with it to operate on Calypso. Foreign clowns without their license are committing a criminal offense, and may be subject to fines or jail-time. Date: 4-17-3287 [Province]: Lapetus [Planet]: Calypso Station [Announcement]: Security Reminder Do not attempt to download or remotely access engineering servers. The engineering servers are only to be accessed from official Atlas Engineering centers, where work is done. Doing so is a crime, and the degree to which it is committed dictates the punishment. Date: 4-19-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: Pants on the Loose! If you see pants walking without a person inside them, call the authorities! What may seem like a harmless fun phenomena is in fact a dangerous threat to public safety! Do not approach the pants, and if the pants approach you, flee! If you cannot flee, fight! The pants are not your friend! Date: 4-21-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: Ruin Update Following extended ground and space combat, the Ruin has been successfully repelled from Schelor. Atlas military might was combined with that of Haven, the Visitant Administration, the Archons, and many others. The threat is not gone, but they can be beaten and Schelor is proof. Long Live the Empire. Date: 4-26-3287 [Province]: Lapetus [Announcement]: Following the victory on Schelor, Atlas (and various hired) scientists have begun the revamping and re-gearing of the Lapetus particle accelerator. It is an expensive process, but all the proper safety procedures are being taken. Any experienced anti-matter physicists or engineers are invited to apply. Date: 6-6-3287 [Province]: Lapetus [Planet]: Calypso [Announcement]: 3287-8 Calypso Calendar The Calypso Calendar, featuring the Viceroy and Chancellor of Calypso, has been released to the public. It covers the latter half of the current year and the first half of the next. Each month has a weather-appropriate pinup of the two. It is sold at 50 pixels. Image below is the preview for those purchasing, which is the June pinup. Date: 7-20-3287 [Province]: Iona [Planet]: Iona [Announcement]: Opportunities for those of the Imperial Engineering Division All those employed by assets of the Imperial Engineering Division with experience in: -[Cybernetics Development] -[Material Sciences] -[Military-Technology Contracting] Please contact [Viceroy Vermilion Verticus] immediately for briefing on a top-priority project. Those who take part in this venture and perform adequately will be heavily compensated and receive the direct recommendation by a Viceroy in future employment opportunities within the Empire. By applying for this project, your full compliance with a unilateral non-disclosure agreement is assumed in perpetuity, under threat of charges of High Treason to the Empire should you be found in violation of this NDA. Date: 7-20-3287 [Province]: Iona [Planet]: Iona [Announcement]: Promotion of new Ionian Chancellery Effective immediately, Head of the Imperial Engineering Division [Wester Tycho Lund Jr.] has been promoted to the position of Chancellor of the Ionian Province. Long Live the Empire. Date: 8-22-3287 [Province] : EMPIRE [Planet] : EMPIRE [Announcement] : The Atlas Empire has declared war on the GRMS for gross violation of Atlas Citizenry. Another war is not a good announcement to make, and the loss of life is never something to celebrate, but the animosity directed towards our Empire by the GRMS cannot be forgiven. All known GRMS affiliates have been classified as Anti-citizens, and are to face off-world assignment, away from our civilization. Our justice will be swift and unforgiving, the Atlas war machine will again claim another regime. For Our Prosperity. https://galactic-citizen.com/threads/declaration-of-war.2455/#post-8267 Date: 8-28-3287 [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : MARTIAL LAW IS NOW IN EFFECT. All citizens are ordered to return to their homes IMMEDIATELY. Essential government employees MUST report to their place of work. [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : Calypso Station is preparing for launch. All citizens are reminded to REMAIN IN THEIR HOMES until the jump is complete. Date: 8-29-3287 [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : Martial Law has been lifted. The station is returning to Lapetus. [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : MARTIAL LAW IS NOW IN EFFECT. All citizens are ordered to return to their homes IMMEDIATELY. Essential government employees MUST report to their place of work. [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : Martial Law has been lifted. The station has returned to normal operation. Date: 9-7-3287 [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : 3287-8 Calypso Calendar The Calypso Calendar, featuring the Viceroy and Chancellor of Calypso, has been released to the public. The price remains at 50 pixels, with a new preview released. Image below is the September picture of the Viceroy and Chancellor. Date: 9-13-3287 [Province] : Lapetus [Planet] : Calypso [Announcement] : New Icon Following deliberation with the station council, the Lapetian Authority has designated a new symbol for official use. Date: 9-23-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: Following the successful destruction of the Ruin Flagship and Eliza's return, the Praetor will award her with the Impervium Crown and a promotion following her stalwart valor and her sacrifice in the face of overwhelming odds. The award ceremony is TBA. Date: 10-1-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: Chancellor Yaretzi Aleksandrova appoints a CMO to the Olympus Medical, separating the medical facilities between Olympus and Calypso. She still expresses interest with the Calypso Medical Department and her position in Chancellery. Date: 10-17-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: News sources are finally publishing interviews with Eliza Atlas after her revival. There's big conflict in headlines about whether or not she should be honored for her ruin related death seeing as she's 'just a synth.' Date: 11-30-3287 [Province]: All [Announcement]: A few interviews have released starring Eliza of Atlas. Many question her ruin battle experience and it seems she can't recall or doesn't want to speak on the battle. She does however, want everyone to know that she intends to stay in the Atlas Armed Forces and that she's excited for many more years serving the Empire. *An attached image of a cropped cover photo is with the announcement. It's from a popular Atlas magazine, "Superposition Exposé: Real Digests of Artificial Life"* Date: 3-1-3288 [Province] : Empire-wide [Announcement] : Defensive Pact Signed A link to the following article is connected and distributed to various official Atlas news sources. https://galactic-citizen.com/thread...between-atlas-empire-and-forlorn-legion.2737/ Date: 4-28-3288 [Province] : Empire-wide [Announcement] : High-Atlas Lloyd Steps Down, Markus Aleksandr Returns as High-Atlas A link to the following article is connected and distributed to various official Atlas news sources. https://galactic-citizen.com/threads/atlas-broadcast-8pl-76ssg-g.2816/ Date: 5-21-3288 [Province] : Lapetus [Announcement] : Hoverlifts Gone Wrong! A local news source reports that a hoverlift at Calypso loading experienced a critical failure while transporting Erchius fuel, resulting in more than 50 gallons spilling along the loading zone. Traffic has been redirected while the clean-up process is in effect. More than 30 people have been admitted to Calypso Medical as a result of the incident. The Teamster Union, formerly known as the Teamster Baseball Team, is citing poor safety regulations as the cause and demanding action. Portmaster McMergle had this to say: "This is just another case of poor work ethic causing problems. Leave it to the lazy to make a mistake and blame someone else for it. Safety regulations are fine. They just need to stop doing donuts in the lifts and stick to doing their g------ jobs." [Other News] : Stùiricke Meets High Atlas As Fashion Line Struggles The GRMS Coming to a Close: What Comes Next? War Hero Delari Ori'Anbas: Real Durasteel Highlights Explosions On Olympus: A Tragic Accident [Would you like to know more?] Date: 5-31-3288 [Province] : Lapetus [Announcement] : Erchius Cleanup and Regulations? The same local news source as the last posts a follow-up story! Both the Portmaster and the Teamster Union Rep were spotted exiting the Understation Sunday afternoon. Neither appeared satisfied! Official sources claim that the clean-up was completed with minimal damage and cost, but the exact cause of the spill is still under investigation. Jason Percival, the head of the Union, had this to say. "They're just stalling because safety isn't a real priority. If we don't make them treat us right, they'll cut corners for a profit. If something isn't done soon, the Union will have to consider other negotiation tactics." When pressed for further details, Percival declined to comment. [Other News] : High Atlas High Fashion: Aleksandr's New Threads Chancellors and Beauty: Vittoria-Yaretzi Pinup Comparison Viceroy Found God? Xexanoth Reportedly Attends Haven Catholic Event AEC Recruitment Step-up: Join and See the Galaxy! New Wheat In Town: Greenheart Deal and What It Means For You! [Would you like to know more?] Date: 6-3-3288 [Province]: Calypso [Announcement]: Joint Medical Project Between Ikeda, IMC: FEV, Shifter Vaccines! A local news sources announces an upcoming research project, between Calypso's medical team and Ikeda Memorial Hospital staff: That being the creation of a low cost, high efficacy treatment for diseases such as the FEV and the Shifter Virus, which have long ravaged the Fringe as the galaxy's most maligned and, up until now, dangerously incurable . Dr. Klashkinov, a senior Xeno-Virologist at Ikeda, told us this the day the project's approval went through: "It's a daily occurence, honestly- Someone coming into our lobby with a case of the FEV, asking for a cure, and we have to tell them that we can't help. It's one of the worst parts of working here- But now, with the experience of the doctors here at Ikeda, and the resources that Calypso is bringing to the table, it's finally starting to look like a cure- Or even a vaccine- Could be possible. I can't thank Calypso and their medical corp enough for extending this offer to our team here at Ikeda, and I think this project will truly make the Fringe a safer, healthier, and happier place to live." Attached is a photograph of Viceroy Xexanoth, Chancellor Yaretzi, Senator Ward, and Dr. Fux, all standing outside of Ikeda Memorial Hospital- Each one giving a big thumbs up, and an even bigger smile! [Other News]: Neil Vic Product Review: Shockingly, Very Dangerous! I.M. Gay's Newest Collection, 'Swimmingly Well, Wellingly Swim', Out Now! Which Echelon Would You Be? Take The Quiz Now! EtherEther: Up and Coming Artist, or Just Another Sellout? Date: 6-4-3288 [Province]: Olympus [Announcement]: The Capitol celebrates the grand opening of its new monorail system, now servicing several districts across the city! Date: 6-7-3288 [Province]: Olympus [Announcement]: High Atlas Aleksandr is scheduled to deliver more information regarding yesterday's lock-down, and the ensuing chaos, in just a few minutes. Date: 6-20-3288 [Province] : Lapetus [Announcement] : Unions Dispute Settled, New Green Space Established Following several weeks of heated negotiations, the Lapetian Authority came forward with a decision regarding preventing further accidents which caused massive slow-downs. Utilizing the newly developed 'Wardian Simulation Software,' the Teamster Union has agreed to an additional 10 hours of paid training in order to be qualified to move hazardous materials. Portmaster McMergle had this to say: "If ten hours pay is what it takes to keep these lazy ****** from ****ing up simple ********* ****, then fine, I'll pay it. Cheaper than another ********." [New Greenspace on Calypso!] Following weeks of petitioning and negotiations with the Lapetian Authority and further weeks of construction, the 'Floran Town Park' has been completed! By reducing housing unit size by 13% and repositioning the block to centralize available free space, the new green space filled with dense jungle-like trees, vines, and even animals has been made. The district erupted in parties at the opening. One resident had this to say. "Thisss ********! Finally, sssomething to make thisss place really feel like home! We are partying every night! If you want in, jussst put in requessst for guessst passss, and sssay 'Ssshankssspear' isss who you know! Wooo!" [Other news] : What You Need to Know about the RPUI Flavenol Gold: Finally! Stùiricke for the People: Olympian Market Expands Department of Facts and Figures Now Hiring [Would you like to know more?] Date: 6-23-3288 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : Memorial Service https://galactic-citizen.com/threads/atl-net-announcement-memorial-service.2924/#post-10801 Date: 8-12-3288 [Province] : All [Announcement] : Suspension of Havenite Fish Imports Following the announcement of the Havenite FEV outbreak, all imports of fish from Haven have been suspended. Additional testing is required on all good imports from Haven. Portmaster McMergle commented to local news, saying: "So we have to scan all food coming in? Don't see how this is going to affect the price of beans, really, but I'll do as I'm told." [Other News] : Empty Embassy In Indostean Bombed Imperial Foreign Affairs Division Now Hiring: Is It Safe? Yes, and Here's Why How To Tell If Your Child is Secretly Interested in The Occult Guide to Dueling on Olympus, for Fun and Honor! [Would you like to know more?] Date: 8-16-3288 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : People React to Boycott! Calypso News has sought out the responses from various groups on-station to the recently announced Haven First general boycott of Atlas, and specifically Calypso, goods! Michelle Broader, a senior staffer in logistical operations, spoke on behalf of the [Orange Scarves]: "We stand with our brothers and sisters in Haven in their efforts to increase and guarantee the freedoms of the Atlesian people. The formation of such a document of basic rights guaranteed to all people in Atlas space would be a step in the right direction for our nation. We implore the leadership to listen to what they have to say- we always have room to improve and grow." Jeremy Cordern spoke on behalf of the [United Workers of Calypso], a band of unions: "The necessity of human rights and the rights of all people and workers is something that the UWC will always stand for and support. Boycotts and strikes are tools that the people can use to achieve these goals without violence, and to use them to achieve human rights goals is a fundamental good. However, we fear that these actions will disproportionately affect the workers of Calypso- people who we don't trust Haven First cares about. They're nationalists, and when nationalists suddenly become interested in your nation, it's their imperial gaze you're seeing." The latter end of this sentiment was echoed by a member of the [Civillian Enforcement Militia] and [Atlas Fundementalists], who requested to remain anonymous: "Why are these [explitive] Havenites suddenly interested in our internal affairs? They should mind their own business. We don't trust you, and you said yourself all you want is our military aid. Maybe we shouldn't be giving you that at all- you [explitive] Ruin-lovers deserve to get torn apart by it. Go [explitive] more Occasus [explitive.]" Jonny Meede, politically unaffiliated, had this to say: "I'm just scared. I hope I don't lose my job." The [Viceroyalty] declined to comment. [Other News] : Rendera Travel Advisory Issued The FEV Vaccine: When will it be ready? Chancellor Abroad on Diplomatic Mission A Basic Guide to your Forlorn Friends [Would you like to know more?] Date: 8-19-3288 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : Viceroy Announces Safety After a rush on the Havenite senate building by rioters, the Viceroy made a statement reporting they safely evaded and left unharmed. There is no further comment made. Date: 10-18-3288 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : Floran Friday Gone Yellow? Calypso News reports a stabbing during a peaceful 'Floran Friday' Saturday night celebration in Calypso's 'Little Florus!' A clip is shown, taken from a bystanders phone, depicting a shirtless human with a chest tattoo of the [Haven First] logo, chanting "Haven First!" before drawing a knife, which is where the video abruptly cuts. The attacker, one 'Roch Hector', is a Havenite marketing major who was in attendance of the celebration before it grew violent! Of his two victims, one survived with serious injuries while the other did not. He is in critical condition in the Calypso medical, where he is currently awaiting sentencing after being assaulted by a floran named 'Yew,' who managed to severely wound him before CEM could apprehend the man. One anonymous witness had this to say: "I fucking love that guy! Yew isss the man! He isss welcome in Floran Town anytime! [Expletive] that guy! Kill hisss [expletive]! Ssshow thossse pisssss drinkersss what we're made of!" An anonymous representative of the [Atlas Fundementalists] had this to say: "We should throw him to the ice caves for what he did. Foreign [expletive] terrorist [expletive] should be [expletive]. He's lucky the [Civil Enforcement Militia] didn't smear his [expletive] brains on the pavement like he deserved." The [United Workers of Calypso] and [Orange Scarves] declined to comment. The [Magistrate] also declined to comment, but did confirm that the floran who wounded the stabber had already been released on a minor 'justifiable assault' charge. [Other News] : Stùiricke Assaults Havenite CEO: Capitalism In Trouble? Emperor Surprise Visit to Calypso in New Drip David Ward, The Red In Yellow Greenheart Bread and It's Consequences [Would you like to know more?] Date: 11-5-3288 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : Floran Friday 3, Rager or Overreach? Following the precedent-setting, government-backed party, Calypso News has issued several lines of inquiry to garner a deeper understanding of what the intent was behind this move, and what it means for Calypso moving forward. 'Roch Hector', the famed [Haven First] supporter who engaged in an allegedly [pre-meditated*] assault during the previous Floran Friday event, was slathered in glow-in-the-dark paint and dangled over the onlooking crowds throughout the evening. While a seemingly well-received move to the party-goers, many neighboring citizens (in particular, residents of Hylotl Town) question both the ethics and efficacy of this "punishment." One such resident had this to say: "It was barbaric. The whole night was an absolute embarrassment to everyone else that lives and works on-station. Anyone who doesn't think that is part of the problem." A natural-born resident of Floran Town, posits: "I wanted that [expletive] dead, for sssure. But, chief ssseems okay with it, and we know for ssure that [expletive] won't dare caussse problemss for uss again. Wasss good day for Floran Town." As of this article's publication, both the [Magistrate] and the [Viceroyalty] declined to comment. Calypso News is proud to report, however, that we were able to obtain comment from Emperor Aleksandr prior to his departure from the station: "There was a distinctly unfavorable binary attached to this case. Do we let him go, or do we have him killed? Let me remind you, that on Olympus, there are far and few who have access to cloning tech-- too many people, not enough techs, medics or equipment-- my point is, the death penalty is seen as this 'ultimate' thing, but it's just not true for people on Haven or Calypso. Not like it is back home, anyway. I took two lemons and made lemonade out of it." *This link leads to an article relating to claims that Hector's attack was, in fact, pre-meditated. Date: 1-10-3289 [Province]: All [Announcement]: [Department of Civil Development] Recruitment Drive! In the past week, there have been numerous ads appearing for the [Department of Civil Development], both digital in [all provinces], and in others cases actual physical fliers around [Olympus]. Many of these physical ads appear at and around [Markus Aleksandr University] on [Olympus]. The [Department of Civil Development] is offering paid internships and both part-time and full-time jobs for architects, urban planners, and construction specialists, as well as a large multitude of other positions for both the very experienced and the less experienced. From specialists to janitors. The recruitment drive doesn't seem like it'll be ending anytime soon. Date: 1-31-3289 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : Viceroy Announces Bill of Rights! Following weeks of deliberation, the Viceroyalty of Calypso has announced the Calypsonian Bill of Rights! Live footage from the Viceroy upon its signing into effect and the subsequent small speech are attached. "The people of Calypso spoke, and I listened. I'm proud to announce the Calypsonian Bill of Rights is officially law. The concerns of my people have not fallen on deaf ears, and as of today, they will be able to rest easy knowing that their rights will be protected long after I'm gone. My thanks to the Council for their invaluable input in the drafting and creation of this beautiful testament to our State and our Nation." In the video, behind her, are several members of the Calypso Council. Some look serious, some look pleased. One of them, barely in frame, looks pissed. https://lore.galactic-citizen.com/en/factions/atlas/Calypsonian-Bill-of-Rights [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : The People React to the Calypsonian Bill of Rights! Shortly after the release of the Bill of Rights, several local political groups on Calypso were contacted for their thoughts! Helga Herbert of the [Orange Scarves] had this to say: "We're absolutely floored with the document. We have absolute faith in our [Viceroy], but she's only mortal! It's great to see the administration is interested in something that will outlive them." George Greenman of the [United Workers of Calypso] had this to say: "The [Viceroy] has made it clear she cares about her workers and the people. We made requests for this and they were listened to. Our right to unionize and negotiate has been secured. We can only hope the rest of the [Empire] will follow suit." An anonymous representative of the [Atlas Fundementalists], however, was far from pleased. "She folded to [explative] foreign pressure. We all know those piss-drinking [explative] pushed for this, and they got it. Now that they know this works, they're just going to do it again and again. I'm disgusted. We should [redacted]." Date: 2-3-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : Seven Arrested In Attempted Bombing [CEM] officers were seen breaching an apartment complex early this morning, arresting seven individuals in what they are claiming is an 'attempted assassination of the Emperor.' Sources say that each of these men mailed improvised explosive devices to the Emperor using the Olympian public courier service, which includes basic scans for explosives. Herbert Eagleton, the [Magistrate] in charge of the investigation, had this to say: "Somehow, some people got it in their head that this is some sort of 'Fringe holiday,' where you can just mail explosives to the Emperor. It isn't. If you do, you're going to prison." [Other News] : PureAlpha Trading Guides to Profiting off Havenite Liberals The Indostean Mind: When Violence Is The Only Answer Shawn Rhodes: The New Face of Atlas Sex Appeal? Nate Bighorn's Guide to Olympian Tribes [Would you like to know more?] Date: 2-23-3289 [Province] : Calypso [Announcement] : Fake Bombing Threat in Calypso Medbay! Late this evening, an [advena] deadbeat wearing what appeared to be a bomb vest managed to bypass security and enter the medbay, where he demanded a letter be delivered to Markus Aleksandr. [CEM] officers responded by swiftly and non-lethally arresting the belligerent after it was revealed that the bomb was fake, and served only to call attention to the following message: "Dear Atlas. To [explative] with all of you and everyone who are dogs under Markus Aleksandr. This is just the beginning." The threat to the Empire's people comes only weeks after the chain of bombing arrests made on 'Mail a Pipebomb to Markus Aleksandr Day,' leading some to speculate a connection. [Other News] : DCD Sustainable, Modular Housing Program Sees Early Success Concord Cuisine: Best Floran-Olympian Eateries! Wings Clipped: Angelo Fails to Defend Self, Hospitalized Why I Stopped Complaining and Embraced CEM Fines [Would you like to know more?] Date: 2-28-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : The Olympian First Galactic Issue Released! Privately owned tabloid [The Olympian] publishes its first issue in expansion to Galactic markets, featuring socialite and aristocrat [Vittoria Angelo], fresh [Department Head] of the [Department of Trade]! The magazine, known for its dubiously supported claims, features photographs and a full-length interview! In the cover photo, she sports a gold tongue weeks after being hospitalized in a failed self defense. She seems to have made a full recovery, and is back to speaking her golden truth! [Other News] Rhodes and Old Fashioned Cosplay Guide: With Diagrams! Checking In With Paya: What’s the Deal with Housing? Swamp Beans, Pure Alpha Poppies, Poppies, Profit! Chancellor Far From Home: Olympus Hospital Volunteer Yaretzi? [Would you like to know more?] Date: 3-14-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : First Floran Farm Found Fineless! Following initiatives spurred by [Belle Parry], the [Department Head] of the [Department of Cultivation], fines against farmers for failing to reach quotas have been relaxed to 'prevent overworking the soil.' To pick up the slack, a Floran tribe and member of the [Concord of Olympian Tribes] known as the [Greenstone Tribe] have seemingly begun to cultivate land for Olympian food supplies! This turn comes after years of separate treatment of the Tribes as a group both without the benefits or the taxes of standard citizenship, and could symbolize further embracing of the Empire by local tribes. A train line to their remote location has been announced, and construction is expected to begin in coming months. Chief of the Greenstone Tribe (who has offered no other name) was contacted for a statement, and had this to say: "We are pleasssed to find that the Empire caresss for usss jussst asss it caresss for othersss. We hope that thisss isss only the beginning, but remain wary- our landsss and traditionsss mussst be pressserved." Critics of the initiative have cited the financial burden known to weigh the Empire, and argued that a train line (championed by [PAXY], the head of [DOLT]) to the 'middle of nowhere' is not a sound use of limited financial resources. There has even been talks of organizing protests against the move. Joe Glenn, who filed for the protest and claims to be a member of the [Liberal Atlas Initiative], had this to say: "We can't dump all our money into connecting every financially unproductive backwater when the [Undercity] and other parts of productive population centers remain critically undeveloped! The tribes shouldn't need to be bribed to do their part- we're all citizens here!" [Other News] Top 10 Reasons to Visit Tethys Skrad Beans: Not Just A Fad! How To Pomp Like A Praetor Why The ATL Shortage Matters DOPE New Trucks! [Would you like to know more?] Date: 4-1-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : ATL, Cranberry, Selected as New High Atlas Following the onset of a rare programming defect known colloquially among Vagobots as "ligma.bat," the Emperor has, anticipating a decline in his cognitive function, selected the ATL self-designated "Cranberry" as his successor. All parties have declined comment, though several news sources report several smoke stacks seemingly popping up overnight at the edge of the horizon. Date: 4-1-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : Department of Civil Development Disbanded! In a shock announcement from Department Head Paya Itzicuitla, she has stated that the Department of Civil Development has been disbanded effective immediately. She stated, “Sorry, just got bored with it,” before leaving the interview without another word. Members of the Department of Civil Development have not responded to any questioning. Date: 4-2-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : Chain of Arrests in Department of Facts and Figures! After a series of false news reports were released last night, a swift investigation has found seven individuals responsible for the incident! [CEM] officers were seen leading out the perpetrators in handcuffs from the [DFF] headquarters. In other news, a digital security breach apparently occured in the capital. The incident has remained relatively quiet, but the [CEM] confirmed that they have made at least one arrest. [Other News] A Vittorian Retrospect: From Chancellory to Here 13 Dead As Undercity Gangwar Rages On Gimbal, the Baron of Knife's Edge Career: Military Recruitment Ramps Up (Again!) [Would you like to know more?] Date: 6-10-3289 [Province] : Lapetus [Announcement] : Major Medical Miracle Makes Move onto Market! Following years of development, the [IMD] has released and installed the first release versions of what they are calling [Immunoboost]! This small, auto-doc installable implant is able to make users of it completely immune to any number of diseases! These include the much-feared Shifter FEV and some strains of the wide-spread Vampyre FEV! Implants and installation are currently free to all [Citizens] on [Calypso], and come pre-loaded with Haven Strain Vampyre immunity! Additional immunities are available for purchase on the [Immunity Marketplace App] that comes with the implant. Limitations may apply. Non-citizens and non-Calypso residences may also purchase the implant for order [here] with a 200 px cost for the implant with auto-doc instructions and 5-15 px for different developed immunities! [Other News] Rhodes, ADF, Retires After Hyperboating Accident: New ADF Legate TBD Sex in the Cities: A Guide To Olympus Sexworkers Stùiricke Up: Quarter 2 Review ATL Shortage Projections [Would you like to know more?] Date: 6-12-3289 [Province] : Olympus [Announcement] : Expansion to the Capitol Monorail Breaks Ground Monday! After a comprehensive review of the usage and performance statistics of the CPR (Capitol MonoRail), civil engineers and labor foremen have settled on an expansion to this public service, which will branch out to the southern reaches of the Capitol City, with tentative momentum to bring this service to the yet-farther reaches of the sprawling metropolitan area of Olympus. There is expected to be a brief groundbreaking ceremony Monday Morning. It is not yet known which if any notable officials will be in attendance. Date: 6-12-3289 [Province] : Lapetus [Announcement] : Sex-worker's Union of Calypso Strikes! The Calypso Sex-worker's Union [CSU], an active non-state worker member of the United Workers of Calypso [UWC], has voted to go on strike after negotiations with the largest sex-work company on Calypso, [Eris-Ralph-Portman Services], failed to reach an agreement on commission percentage break-down for escorts. Jenna McNeil, a spokesperson from the [CSU], made the following statement: "We will not accept exploitation from a contracting company who only respects our work for the profits they make off our backs. If they are unwilling to grant us /all/ a fair contract percentage and full health-care coverage for Advena workers, then we will be forced to hit them in the only way they will listen: the finances." [Delphine Eris], senior partner at [Eris-Ralph-Portman Services], made the following comment. "Here at Eris-Ralph-Portman, we remain dedicated to providing the services and quality we promise without compromising our shareholders interests. The deal we offered is more than fair, and we are confident the sex-workers of Calypso will make the right choice regardless of the bullying of their union-bosses." The [Viceroyalty] declined to comment on the matter. Commentators have noted that it is unlikely that either side will seek arbitration from the [Feudal Authority] or the [Magistrate], as such rulings are difficult to predict. Magistrate Magnelleous made the following comment: "Unlessss sssuch a time comesss that it isss necesssary and requesssted for usss to intervene in the negotationsss, we are more than happy to allow the partiesss to sssettle it themselvesss." [Other News] 13 Found Dead in Lagrange Canal, Mutilated Immuno-boost: Which Immunities Do You Need? Calypso Tourism Report 3289 Funny Fish Imports Restricted in Atlas Space, Taxed [Would you like to know more?]
