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Tensions between Yuri Grom and Felicia Winters have erupted into open conflict around the mining system of LP 855-34. The system's platinum rush, triggered by local construction demands, has drawn forces from both Powers. Yuri Grom's representative accused Federal factions of "cornering the...

Migrants are flocking from the core systems to begin new lives in the thousands of recently established colonies. A wave of independent colonisation efforts over the past few months have increased human territory considerably. While many of these star systems have been classified as 'waypoints'...

This month's analysis of the influence held by key figures in the core systems has arrived, courtesy of Conrad Sterling of Vox Galactica. His latest survey of system populations suggests the following five powers enjoy the largest sphere of influence: Rank 1: Edmund Mahon – 1,461 systems Rank 2...

Independent pilots have helped eradicate large numbers of pirates in the Dhan system. Following an unusually high increase in piracy across the system's many planetary rings, local security fleets and skilled freelancers worked to eliminate pirates and show criminals that it would be better for...

Faulcon DeLacy has confirmed that its Cobra Mk V has entered full production, with deliveries commencing to shipyards across the core systems. Previously offered via limited release, the Cobra Mk V is the latest evolution of the iconic Cobra line, long favoured by pilots seeking versatility in a...

*Pilots' Federation Alert* The governing faction of the Dhan system has called for support in fending off a spike in local piracy. Harald Gomes, head of security for the Dhan Empire League, spoke to local reporters: "It's becoming obvious that pirates are growing bolder in recent weeks. We've...

A proxy conflict between supporters of Jerome Archer and Denton Patreus appears to be slowing down after several days of sustained fighting. Battlefield reporters for the Chi Eridani Herald state that the Jerome Archer group emerged victorious, scoring a higher number of confirmed victories in...

The initial production run of Gutamaya's new Corsair ships has been deployed to much fanfare, with a flurry of adverts targeting early consumers. In a statement marking the occasion, Gutamaya's lead engineer Ines Allende remarked: "Today marks a significant milestone for Gutamaya. The Corsair...

Imperial agents have been blamed for an outbreak of combat in the Federally controlled Chi Eridani system. Several incidents have occurred between supporters of Shadow President Jerome Archer and Senator Denton Patreus of the Empire. The former group blames the latter for trying to subvert...

Imperial socialites were treated to a tour of Gutamaya's newest ship, the Imperial Corsair, at an extravagant launch on Capitol in Achenar. Gutamaya's event was attended by over a thousand prominent engineers, senators, press members and other notable individuals. Princess Aisling Duval and her...

An unusual and turbulent situation has arisen for residents of the station Lantern Light in the Lalande 25224 system. The architect, CMDR Lavelain, commissioned the station nearby a neutron star. However, the station was inadvertently deployed deep within the star's gravitational well. As a...

The Trailblazer fleet announced by Brewer Corporation last month has been deployed to strategic locations on the edges of the core systems. Described as 'colonisation support hubs,' the Trailblazer fleet provides a bespoke trade market focused on colonisation materials and goods. The first wave...

The first wave of newly colonised star systems has been labelled a 'remarkable success' by observers from across the core systems. Harlow Nassry of the Federal Times wrote that "the raw potential of these new ports and settlements has inspired migration, with a notable number of displaced...

The campaign to update Brewer Corporation's Trailblazer fleet has concluded in the Minerva system. Thanks to the efforts of independent pilots ferrying shipments to Minerva, a total of 5 additional Trailblazer megaships will be placed in strategic locations on the fringes of the core systems...

Brewer Corporation's much-anticipated system colonisation module and claim management process is now available. While colonisation technology has existed for over a millennium, a formal claim and colony establishment process for individuals, communities and minor factions has not previously been...