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Mar 19, 2010 Union Subspace Newscast link
Title:
UPK needs UIT citizens to volunteer in a domestic operation!

Body:
This message was recently announced by the UPK:

"Citizens and affiliates of the UIT,

We have conferred with the UIT Senate and have decided to take immediate forceful actions against what we believe to be the causes of the literally hundreds of UIT civilian deaths that have occurred from Serco-Itani crossfire inside UIT monitored space. For the duration of this agreement, not a single Serco or Itani must be allowed by any of our courageous citizens to enter or travel UIT space unless they agree, immediately, to exit our monitored areas. If any Itani or Serco to not agree to leave, we request the use of hostile actions. We ask this policy to be applied to all Itani and Serco, regardless of standing, guild affiliations, friendships, or claims of not being a source of violence (as they will all claim, sooner or later). It is important to note that, we want this policy to be carried out inside monitored systems and on the unmonitored sides of our wormholes. As for our stock of commodities and supplies - we would encourage our trade to come from UIT haulers only.

Remember, do not discriminate in the choosing of your targets, if you happen to see a Serco or Itani in monitored space with Admired or above standing, you may kill them by lowering their armor with your weapons and delivering the killing blow with your own hull - the kill will not go on record it this is done... although we encourage our citizens to mainly focus our efforts on the border wormholes. Also remember that the goal of this operation is to ensure out freedom inside our own borders - and to save the lives of our own citizens. Help your UPK, it is your duty to volunteer your ship in this temporary operation."

We, at the USN, asked a Senate official for an estimation of the duration of this operation. He responded thusly:

"As long as it takes to establish that we are our own people and that we do not tolerate outside conflict in out own home. It was a tough decision to make to finally agree on this operation, but it is necessary to put the safety of our own people over our profits. Most Serco and Itani merchants will deny their actions, but we must not trust them."

We, at USN, are estimating that, although individual citizen action will begin immediately... we will see most of the organization beginning approximately 24 hours after the public transmission of this message.
Mar 20, 2010 Whistler link
Done, with quite a bit of editing. It's still not pretty, but it will do.
Mar 21, 2010 diqrtvpe link
Originator: Phoenix Alliance

Subject: Phoenix Alliance responds to UPK attacks

Body:

The Phoenix Alliance guild has recently condemned actions by the UPK force in regards to sealing the UIT border to foreigners. Although PA has quite a number of UIT members, it is a proudly multinational force, and sealing off the border has proven to be extremely detrimental to the guild.

Because of these negative effects PA will be seeking direct military action against any UPK ships should they fire on PA members. If the UPK continue to attack PA harsher measures will be considered, including a declaration of war or a possible invasion of Arta and Dau should the UPK continue their aggression.

It is the Alliance's fervent wish that this unfortunate episode end quickly and peacefully, but PA will not stand idly by and let unwarranted attacks on its members pass without action.

Thanks, Whistler! (This last is not part of the item.)
Mar 21, 2010 Whistler link
Done
May 03, 2010 ryan reign link
UIT ACTION NEWS
Subject: Possible peace in Bractus, Corvus/Bractus Liberation Front Conflict

Corvus officials in Bractus have agreed to begin negotiations with the Bractus Liberation Front in an effort to negotiate a cease fire agreement due to heavy casualties on both sides. Though both sides are skeptical, a recent policy shift in the Bractus Corvus business dynamic indicates that peace in Bractus may soon be a reality.

Ryan Reign, commander of The Bractus Liberation Front released this statement...

"If the Bractus Corvus consortium is serious and is willing to cease its more despicable practices then the BLF is indeed willing to negotiate a cease fire however, actions speak louder than words. Corvus needs to show us that they are serious about these negotiations."

Corvus officials had this to say...

"Normally we wouldn't negotiate. However, the BLF is starting to cut into our profitability. If we can deal with that by shifting certain parts of our operations to Odia, then so be it. The bottom line is war is goo for business, unless you're being attacked constantly."
May 03, 2010 tarenty link
My "Need addons? Nahin Lor Delivers!" news page was destroyed by bounties... renew once?
May 04, 2010 Whistler link
Okay, I reposted
May 04, 2010 tarenty link
Thanks
Jun 16, 2010 UTM Command link
Could you post the following to the station news, please?

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Title: UTM Actively Recruiting

The United Territories Military is a UIT nationalist guild which is seeking new members to join in the goal of protecting the UIT from external aggression and criminal activity. We also look for members willing to provide assistance in the areas of stockpiling, financial support through trade, and ore stockpiling. We aim to create a friendly community that all UIT pilots can be a part of, while helping to provide security for the Union.

As requirements to join, you must;

A: Be a member of the UIT nation. (Note that individuals who change their nation to UIT from Serco or Itani are welcome as well.)

B: Not have a criminal record. (Former criminals are not welcome. You may not maintain a criminal character in UTM.)

If you wish to find out more, you can speak with either Lieutenants Nostalgia for Infinity and Sarkus Sark, or Commander Unrehearsed. You can also visit our website at utm.free-forums.org.

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Thanks in advance, Whistler. (This last is not part of the item.)
Jun 16, 2010 Whistler link
Okay, but the first sentence was part of the item, right?

I'm always so tempted to publish the entire post verbatim when people do that.

I've published it, minus the obvious, made a few edits for grammar, and removed a reference to "character" for immersion purposes. You may not feel immersed today, but someday...
Jun 18, 2010 UTM Command link
Thank you, much appreciated.
Jun 21, 2010 Whistler link
I'm going to be on vacation for a week I'll ask the devs to keep an eye on things in here.
Aug 19, 2010 ShankTank link
Subject: Kharon's Shores declares war on "The Grey Republic"

Body:

An organization calling themselves "The Grey Republic" or "TGR" for short has recently debuted in our territories and attempted to claim neutrality whilst, at the same time, housing and protecting traders and miners who have refused to pay their tolls. Also, they have officially expressed their desire to assist government operatives and vigilantes in our void.

Their lack of awareness of how pirate-controlled space operates, not to mention their recognition of a government that does not exist, has led us to make the decision to mercilessly slaughter these lubbers until they get the picture. I urge the other Syndicate-networked pirates of THC and CLM, as well as the many freelance pirates out there, to do the same.

-Chaakin Tockoa, Commander of the "Kharon's Shores" squadron of elite pirates
Aug 19, 2010 Whistler link
Published
Aug 20, 2010 ryan reign link
Subject:

News Feed Over Run by Bounty Hunting Spam

Body:

Earlier this year the galactic news feed was over run with bounty hunting notifications, UIT, Serco and Itani governments are working diligently to track down the person or persons responsible and bring order back to the galactic news.

And now stay tuned for more bounty related notifications.
Aug 20, 2010 Whistler link
I believe you've already made your point elsewhere
Oct 11, 2010 ryan reign link
BOMB FOUND IN ESTA CEMETERY

Late last night IDF specialists found and removed what appeared to be a bomb from the stately Eo Memorial Cemetery on the normally quiet planet Esta in the Eo system.

The IDF explosives removal unit sped from the scene with the evidence safely packed in a disposal pod and brought the explosives to an undisclosed location with a military escort.

Leaving residents of the quiet Itani community to wonder how a powerful cache of explosives ended-up in their neighborhood.

IDF explosives removal unit officers responded to the scene after a worker reported what appeared to be an explosive device in the Eo Memorial Cemetery.
The eighteen blocks of C-47X explosives were capable of destroying roughly seventeen city units said an IDF officer on the condition of anonymity. Its discovery triggered a military response including aviation, emergency service and the bomb squad.

The commissioner of the Itani civil defense brigade told reporters the explosives were military-grade.

But, it was not immediately clear whether they were military-issue or available for civilian use in demolition.

Investigators are looking into a possible connection to the current war with the Serco Empire as well as seeking out suspected members of the Order of Akan, though thus far no group has claimed responsibility for the device.

By apparent coincidence, a threatening note was found on the cockpit of an IDF patrol ship at a nearby base on Sunday.

"The note is a rambling that makes some reference to both the Serco and the Order of Akan and has some religious statements in it, but investigators see no connection at this time." an IDF spokeswoman said.
Oct 11, 2010 ryan reign link
GUNMEN KILL FOURTEEN

Gunmen wearing Serco military uniforms stormed several houses on Dantia IV, pulled the residents outside and shot them -- killing fourteen, Serco security forces said.
The incident took place Monday in the town of Matarenif. The gunmen dragged fourteen men out of their houses and sprayed them with bullets. Four men were killed immediately, and ten were critically wounded.
Serco security forces believe those killed were members of a small sub faction that believed that the peace and reconciliation with the Itani was the best course of action.
Serco security forces are not saying if they have any other leads but are investigating all possibilities and have discounted rumors of involvement by the Order of Akan. Citing that they would not consider a destabilizing force such as the victims a valid target. They also discounted rumors of Gray Space based raiding parties as nothing was taken from the scene.
Oct 16, 2010 Whistler link
My apologies. I moved and there was an unexpected delay in getting my internet service activated.

Published
Nov 01, 2010 ryan reign link
ORDER OF AKAN SUSPECTED IN BLAST. 22 DEAD 32 INJURED.

Itan security officials said on Monday that the criminal militantia the Order of Akan are the most likely suspects in a bombing that killed 22 and wounded 32 people.


The bombing on Sunday morning targeting a meeting of prominent philosophers and diplomats seeking to end the long war with the Serco. Officials said that no one has yet taken credit for the bombing, but OoA fighters have launched attacks of a similar nature targeting other peace oriented groups.



A senior security official in western Vamis told media "The techniques used in the attack, and the targets do seem to indicate that the OoA is responsible for the attack."



A spokesperson for the OoA refused to confirm or deny OoA's involvment in the attack. 
When contacted the OoA stated that, "a comprehensive statement will be issued in the near future both on thecurrent weakness of the Itani military and government as well as the present case (related to the explosion)."



The blast coincided with the arrest of 16 hight ranking members criminal militant group sending shock waves through the Order of Akan and leaving a power vacuum as members try to re-establish a power base.

One inside source claims that OoA infighting has reached new levels in the absence of real leadership.