08 SEP 3302
The United Research Council has announced that its postponed research programme will begin on the 15th of September 3302. The announcement comes a week after political lobbying prompted the Council to temporarily delay the programme.
The Council's experiments, which are understood to involve monitoring radiation levels and recording the positions of celestial bodies, will encompass all systems within a 30 light-year radius of the Clayakarma, Nauo, Gyhldekala, Boga and Kpaniya systems. Due to the sensitive nature of these experiments, pilots pledged to one of the galaxy's major powers will be unable to lay claim to these systems while the project is active. Pilots should also be aware that any preparatory activity conducted in these systems will be negated when the programme begins.
The United Research Council will make a final announcement shortly before the programme starts.
08 SEP 3302
Security operatives in Mu Koji have reported that the Empire and Federation have launched rival military operations in the system.
Both superpowers have fleets stationed in Mu Koji, and both have launched attacks against these convoys with the aim of securing valuable enemy intelligence.
The Xuangu Crimson Major Network has been authorised to coordinate the Imperial operation, while rival organisation the Mu Koji Resistance is directing the Federal campaign. Both factions have asked independent combat pilots for support, promising to reward those who come to their aid.
The rival operations are scheduled to run for one week from the 8th of September 3302.
08 SEP 3302
A spokesperson for the AEF Legion of LFT 133 has announced that its appeal for gold has been enthusiastically received by the galactic community, resulting in a massive influx of deliveries to Sullivan Dock, the organisation's base of operations. The spokesperson also confirmed that the agitators disrupting operations in the region have been neutralised.
The AEF Legion of LFT 133 has extended its gratitude to those who supported the campaign.
08 SEP 3302
For much of the past week, the galactic community has been captivated by the mysterious shipwreck discovered in the Pleiades Sector AB-W B2-4 system. The wreck, which was found on one of the system's moons, is believed by many to be the remains of a non-human starship.
Given the magnitude of the discovery, it was only a matter of time before one of the superpowers took action. That action has come in the form of an Imperial deputation, which was despatched to the system within the past twelve hours. Eyewitness reports indicate that a Majestic-class Interdictor has taken up position directly over the shipwreck site.
The Empire has not commented on the deployment, but Federal President Zachary Hudson was quick to condemn the act.
"It is no surprise that the Empire is attempting to control the site, but the fact is that they have no authority in AB-W B2-4, and no right to lay claim to this discovery. If the Empire makes any effort to prevent access to the site, be assured that the Federation will respond appropriately."
08 SEP 3302
As independent pilots flock to the mysterious wreckage in the Pleiades, many have been speculating on the meaning of the discovery. Some believe the wreck is of Thargoid origin, but that rumour has little evidence to support it.
One pilot who visited the site shared his opinion:
"While the alien wreck is worthy of further study, I doubt it's recent. Judging from the lack of heat signature, I think it's been dead for a while – maybe even centuries. It's hard to tell how old something is with a simple visual inspection, especially on a planet with no atmosphere."
"I suspect it won't be long before the Federation or the Empire tries to claim the wreckage, so we probably don't have much time to study it."
Independent pilots are still flocking to the site, but many questions remain. Possible links to the barnacles, Unknown Artefacts and Unknown Probes have been suggested, but no evidence of a connection has been found.
Commander Cosby714
08 SEP 3302
This report presents the latest data on starports experiencing technical issues as a result of Unknown-Artefact related interference.
The following starports are currently closed:
Fozard Dock, HIP 19934
Irens Dock, Manite
von Bellingshausen Port, Almar
Haack Gateway, Halbangaay
Gurragchaa Gateway, Warkushanui
Korolyov Hub, Arawere
Rutan Terminal, Scirtoq
Tarelkin Dock, LP 462-19
Liwei Gateway, 63 G. Capricorni
Beltrami's Claim, Wolf 1509
Bondarek Orbital, Munfayl
The following starports continue to experience technical issues:
Carter Port, Rhea
Kooi Gateway, G 190-28
Alexander Freeport, HIP 18843
Bloch Vision, Loperada
Lave Station, Lave
Newholm Station, Solthis
Donaldson Retreat, Rajuar
Rutan Terminal, Minanes
Meanwhile, the following starports are on the brink of closure:
Spring Gateway, LHS 215
Akiyama Hub, Shorodo
08 SEP 3302
This report presents the latest data on democratic activity among the galaxy's minor factions.
Here are the latest factions to hold elections:
Workers of LHS 2887 League
LHS 1348 Incorporated
LHS 1348 Inc
Co-op of KUV 410-4
Independent Ross 89 Future
Earls of LTT 5623
Chuevik Dynamic Interstellar
Birjoromi Partners
BD-10 5142 Purple Vision Limited
Vayurathi Purple Transport Serv
Elections occur when two minor factions with a similar political structure resolve a conflict over ownership and influence within a system.