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by **Tangatarehua** » Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:51 am

TANGATAREHUA CELEBRATES TE WHAKANUI I A REHUA (THE FESTIVAL OF REHUA)

21st March 2023

TAMAKI
Pubs, streets and bars across Tangatarehua are packed this week as revellers turn out in droves to celebrate the week long Te Whakanui i a Rehua festival - one of the nation's four traditional religious festivals.

_{The constellation Te Waka o Maererangi (Scorpio), which contains the star of Rehua. Its appearance heralds the coming of winter.}

This year's festival began on March 20th, with a week long public holiday lasting until March 27th to celebrate the autumnal equinox in the southern hemisphere and the appearance in the sky of the star of Rehua, for whom the nation is named and the constellation Te Waka o Maererangi.

The star Rehua, which in ancient times was believed to literally be the star god Rehua himself watching over his nation, can be seen in southern hemisphere skies between approximately March and September, with his arrival usually heralding the coming of winter.

Western astronomers know the star as Antares while Te Waka o Maererangi is known in the west as "Scorpio" - with the constellation frequently featured in traditional Rehuan iconography as one of the two most sacred constellations to the country (the other being Tautoru/Orion, which appears in spring and summer and contains the star Puanga, the daughter of Rehua).

Traditionally the Festival of Rehua is themed around aroha (love) and friendship - people usually spend the festival drinking alcohol or smoking cannabis with friends and loved ones and celebrating the end of summer/beginning of autumn.

It is also a time of romance, when gifts and letters are exchanged with lovers or declarations of romantic love made. According to tradition, this is said to be the perfect time of year for to find love as it ensures that you won't be alone when the winter comes.

"To a western observer, the custom of Te Whakanui a i Rehua could be seen to be similar to a cross between Saint Patrick's Day and Valentine's Day, but it lasts for an entire week," explains Rangi Wiremu, the Chairman of the Imperial Tourism Corporation, who are seeking to use this time of year an an opportunity to promote Tangatarehua to foreign tourists. "As coincidence would have it, St Patricks Day occurs on the 17th of March - only a few days prior to our own similar holiday."

The festival is the busiest time of year for pubs and bars, who this year are welcoming the return of large crowds following the end of Covid restrictions last year.

This year unfortunately saw a planned fireworks display in Tamaki cancelled by heavy rain and thunderstorms, with similar weather causing problems in Rakipa too - although the rain seems to have done little to dampen the spirit of revellers who have nevertheless taken to the streets of the Tamaki Central Business District.

Other cities look to have better weather this week, with fine and pleasant conditions forecast for Whakaara and Wharekorana.

Winter in Tangatarehua is usually considerably drier than summer, with clear skies at night. According to legend, Rehua is visible at that time of year through the clear skies as a reminder that he is always watching over his nation, even during the coldest and most difficult months of the year.

by **Exarkyon** » Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:53 am

BREAKING NEWS: Tyrios Threatens Exarkyon, Mobilizes Military

President Erayon Baniron has repeated the oft-repeated claim that Exarkyon belongs to Tyrios, his nation. This is not notable, as the claim had been repeated ever since 1916 and nothing had come of it any other time. However, Tyrios has nowmobilized its military and demanded a capitulation from Exarkyon. Iraxon III, Arkon of Exarkyon, refused his demands.

BREAKING NEWS: Orcuo Gives ICBMs, Nuclear Submarines to Tyrios

The powerful nation of Orcuo has given ICBMs to Tyrios in an unprecedented violation of non-proliferation principles. Iraxon III responded:
"Orcuo displays a disturbing disregard for peace and the cause of nuclear nonproliferation by distributing weapons of mass destruction to an unjust aggressor with a history of human rights abuses and ongoing persecution of religious groups."
Orcuo responded by providing more ICBMs. When Iraxon III sent a request to Orcuo to cease proliferating nuclear weapons, Orcuo gave Tyrios more of them and two nuclear submarines.

Exarkyon Receives Foreign Support

Exarkyon has received F-36 fighters from the nation of Riomler. Kanilion has given SAM systems and intel to Exarkyon. Iraxon III has sent thanks to both nations. The conflict in the Tyrian Sea appears to only be escalating from here.

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by **Drongonia** » Wed Mar 22, 2023 12:44 am

Nelson police armament trial draws backlash
Nelson, Drongonia
March 22, 2023 | Oliver Clark

Campaigners say the change could harm
'vulnerable communities'. Photo // DG Police

In a response to what Nelson's Police call 'rising levels of violent crime', general duties officers operating within the Nelson Policing District, which stretches from the top of the country to southern Richmond, will be armed with handguns while on patrol from April 1st.

Currently, Police in all areas of the country have access to both handguns and rifles, which are locked in their vehicles. Additionally, current Police framework stipulates that the firearms "must remain within the locked vehicle at all times, disregarding situations of exceptional emergency". However, this new trial will see general duties and 'on-the-beat' officers carrying handguns on their hips while walking the streets and patrolling in their vehicles.

This armament trial marks a departure from the Police's usual attitude, although Police and Corrections Minister Eric Black said the move constitutes "an isolated and carefully managed trial programme", and that there are "currently no plans to emulate this trial elsewhere." Police have not been armed district-wide in Drongonia since 1996, when threats made by a Christchurch-based extremist political group prompted general duties officers to be armed for six days.

Nelson Police Area Commander Greg Simmons told reporters and the public that "things will largely be business-as-usual for Police and the public", adding that "the light arming of police is largely an operational change more than anything else." He also added that "the attitude of Police towards the public will not change, so we're asking that you treat us with the same respect". Neither Commander Simmons nor Minister Black disclosed when the trial would end during the press conference, sparking fears and speculation that the change may be more permanent than first thought.

Responses to the announcement have been mixed, with Nelson Action Against Poverty spokesperson Marama Ngawera-Smith controversially posting "Expect to see the blood of brown people flowing in Nelson. The police hate you and now they have free reign to kill you. Communities of colour - be sure to protect yourselves." on Peaker. The post garnered massive attention before being removed by the site for incitement of violence.

When TVDG conducted street interviews with members of the public, responses were mixed. Only 34% of respondents within the Nelson CBD supported the move, with 65% being against it and just 1% being unsure.

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by **Agausia** » Thu Mar 23, 2023 3:07 pm

Cabinet Ministers quarrel behind closed doors
Author: Adam Vasilčuḱi
Thursday, March 23, 2023

Tamara - When Agausia's coalition was formed earlier this year Agausians political analyst were skeptical of the new government's ability to cohabitate. A poll conducted in February revealed that only about forty percent of Agausians believe that the new coalition will last all four years and that the session of parliament will be effective in improving the country.

Just two months into their session divisions have reportedly formed. Sources close to several different Ministers have revealed that tensions have been running high, with various factions within the Cabinet. Reports indicate that within the past few weeks the several ministers, from across political parties, have gotten into heated arguments.

Anamarâ Nëmet́i (SD), Education Minister, and T́imote Ḱurani (AS), Labor Minister, had reportedly fell out after the Labor Minister published a report blaming a labor shortage on a, "lack of investment in training and education programs that can equip individuals with the necessary skills."

Nëmet́i reportedly got into a verbal altercation with Ḱurani and cited a report from September of last year which stated that enrollment rates in all schooling levels, including post-secondary, reported above average numbers.

Sources also indicated that Defence Minister, Dumit́ru Ṕet́ranâ (SD), and Internal affairs Minister, Lila Mamedovi (SD), have been at a stale mate over a number of planed security initiatives, and that the two ministers can no longer be in the same room for long periods of time.

Tensions also seem to be spilling over into the nation's parliament. The governing coalition has been sluggish to roll out key legislation and still are operating without an official budget. Worries continue about the government's effectiveness during a time of high inflation, a slowing economy and regional instability.

At this time, it is paramount that Agausia has a well-functioning government to weather the stormy seas ahead.

(Agausian Translation)

Rodesatsëâ Agûsis ḱólitsëâ šeikmna am tsëlis dasatsëḱisši, Agûsëlebi ṕolit́ologebi sḱeṕt́iḱurad ûḱurebdnen akali mtavrobis ḱohabit́atsës šesažleblobebs. Tebervalši čat́arebulma gamoḱitkvam ačvena, rom Agûselebis mkolod ormotsëâ ṕrotsëntsëâ sžera, rom akali ḱólitsëâ gagrželdeba otki tsëlis ganmavlobaši da rom ṕarlament́is skdoma epekt́uri ikneba kveḱnis gasûmžobeseblad.

Mati sesëdan sul raǵatsëâ ori tvis šemdeg šeikmna ganḱopilebebi. Ramdenime skvadaskva minist́rtan daakloebulma tsëḱaroebma gamóvlines, rom dažabuloba maǵalâ, minist́rta ḱabinet́ši skhvadaskhva praktsëbit. Gavrtsëlebé inpormatsët, bolo ramdenime ḱviris ganmavlobaši, ramdenime minist́ri, skvadaskva ṕolit́iḱuri ṕart́ëdan, mtsëvave ḱamatsëhi movida.

Anamarâ Nëmet́i (SD), ganatlebis minist́ri da T́imote Ḱurani (AS), šromis minist́ri, gavrtsëlebé inpormatsët, daṕirisṕirdnen mas šemdeg, ratsëâ šromis minist́rma gamókveḱna mokseneba, romelitsëâ adanašûlebs šromis depitsëtsëâ "invest́itsëbis naḱlebobaze t́reningsa da saganmanatleblo ṕrogramebši, romlebitsëâ šeižleba aǵčurvos individebs. Sačiro ûnar-čvevebit“.

Nëmet́i, gavrtsëlebé inpormatsët, sit́ḱvër šelaṕaraḱebas mohḱva Ḱurani da mohḱva gasé tsëlis Sekt́embris mokseneba, romelšitsëâ natkvamâ, rom čaritsëkvis mačveneblebi sasḱolo ḱvela sapekurze, mat šoris, sašualo sḱolis čatvlit, sašualoze maǵalâ.

Tsḱaroebma aseve miutites, rom tavdatsëvis minist́ri, Dumit́ru Ṕet́ranâ (SD) da šinagan sakmeta minist́ri, Lila Mamedovi (SD) gûrḱvevlobaši arân dagegmili ûsaprtkoebis initsëât́ivebis gamo da rom ori minist́ri veǵar ikneba ertsëâ da imave mǵomareobaši. Otaki didi knis ganmavlobaši.

Dažabuloba, rogortsëâ čans, gadaizarda eris ṕarlament́šitsëâ. Samtavrobo ḱólitsëâ nela amušavebs saḱvanžo ḱanonmdeblobas da ḱvlav punktsënirebs opitsëaluri biužet́is gareše. Šešpoteba grželdeba mtavrobis epekt́urobis šesakeb maǵali inplatsës, šenelebé eḱonomiḱisa da regioné arast́abilurobis dros.

Am dros, ûmtavresâ, rom Agûzâs hḱavdes ḱargad mokmedi mtavroba, rata gûžlos tsën karišklân zǵvebs.

Tamara Ǵes
Tamara Today (Agausia's International Voice)

by **Ostaja** » Sat Mar 25, 2023 2:58 pm

The Ostaji Herald
Surprise Blizzard Strikes, At Least 12 Dead

Saturday, March 25, 2023

Anamantha, Gilkesson - The northern states are reeling today after another devastating blizzard blew across the country yesterday morning, leaving at least a dozen dead and thousands cut off from power. The storm, coming as a surprise to many as the spring thaw had already begun, marks the fourth and deadliest blizzard to hit the north of the country this winter. Emergency crews were blocked for hours after the storm’s passing due to poor road conditions, leaving families stranded and without heating overnight.

Winter weather has been particularly harsh in the north this year, which has seen three other blizzards since the season started last December. Citizens have endured temporary blackouts following each, although none as long as this latest one. The storms have also left an economic toll; preparation for spring farming has been delayed more than once on account of the snow, and analysts and farmers are still determining just how much damage this latest storm has caused.

Relief has been stunted by poor road and power infrastructure, and food assistance has been slow to roll out. The so called “State Silo” programs, set up after the passage of the Farm and Fish bill last January, have been given their first major test as they are now functioning well enough to begin distributing food.

Chancellor Ryan has issued a state of emergency for the region in the hopes of freeing up more resources to aid emergency crews. In a press release, she stated “The states of Forbedst, Lessovik, and Gilkesson can count on the full might of the Federal Republic to help bring relief to the area as soon as possible. This government recognizes the horrible pattern the changes in climate have presented to us, and will introduce and debate measures to alleviate this suffering long term.”

There have been many demands from Federal Union Party members, particularly from the affected states, to improve infrastructure in the region, particularly to weather-proof the power grid. Ostaja has seen generous development in the past few years, but most of this has occurred in the so called “Industrial Belt” in the nation’s southeast. The FUP’s platform includes items for improving infrastructure for farming communities without harming agriculture, but progress has been slow. The Ryan government, a coalition between the center-left FUP and the center-right Sovereignty Party, has slowed down legislation has divisions over budgeting have illuminated ideological divides between the government. Vice-Secretary of the Treasury Ashlyn Tyler (Sov) has been a critic of the Chancellor’s “cavalier attitude” towards spending, and is drawing support from many in her party who believe Alczander van der Brand, Sov Party Leader and Vice-Chancellor of Defense, has not stood up for party matters in private.

Whatever course the Senate ultimately takes will likely be long after the current situation is alleviated.

by **Agausia** » Sun Mar 26, 2023 6:28 pm

First Agausian PM in hospice care
Author: Mišeli Žažaniže
Sunday, March 26, 2023

Tamara - In a sad announcement it has been revealed that the first Agausian Prime Minister, Adâm Avtsëḱarevi, has been admitted to hospice care. Avtsëḱarevi served as PM from 1991 until 1994 and was a member of the Reformed Worker's Party.

Sources close to the former prime minister have revealed that Avtsëḱarevi had been battling liver cancer for several months. Despite undergoing various treatments, his condition had steadily worsened, leaving him unable to carry out daily tasks.

The news of Avtsëḱarevi's condition has sent shockwaves throughout Agausia, with many citizens expressing their sadness and concern for their former leader. Avtsëḱarevi was a well-respected politician who worked tirelessly to see his vision of a functioning Agausian state.

The current prime minister, Mišḱo Ermolai, issued a statement expressing his condolences and admiration for Avtsëḱarevi's contributions to Agausia. "Adâm Avtsëḱarevi was a true patriot and a great leader," he said. "His dedication to our country and his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of our citizens will never be forgotten."

Avtsëḱarevi's family has requested privacy during this difficult time, and it is unclear how long he will remain in care. However, many Agausians are already starting to pay tribute to the former prime minister, with social media flooded with messages of support and gratitude for his service to the country.

(Agausian Translation)

Samtsëkaro gantsëkadebaši gairḱva, rom Agûsës ṕirveli ṕremër minist́ri, Adâm Avtsëḱarevi, hosṕisis movlaši gadaiḱvanes. Avtsëḱarevi 1991 tsëlidan 1994 tsëlamde iḱo ṕremër-minist́ris tanamdeboba da iḱo Repormirebé Mušata ṕart́ës tsëvri.

Ḱopil ṕremërtan daakloebulma tsëḱaroebma ačvenes, rom Avtsëḱarevi ramdenime tvis ganmavlobaši ǵvižlis ḱibos ebržoda. Miukedavad skvadaskva mḱurnalobisa, misi mǵomareoba st́abilurad ûaresdeboda, ris gamotsëâ mas ar šëžlo ḱovelǵhiuri davalebebis šesruleba.

Avtsëḱarevi mǵomareobis šesakeb ambebma šoḱi gamoitsëvâ mtel Agûzâši da bevrma mokalakem gamokat́a mtsëkareba da šešpoteba mati ḱopili lideris mimart. Avtsëḱarevi iḱo ṕat́ivsatsëmi ṕolit́iḱosi, romelitsëâ dûǵalavad mušaobda Agûsës mokmedi sakelmtsëpos kedvis dasanakad.

Amžamindelma ṕremër-minist́rma, Mišḱo Ermolai, gamókveḱna gantsëkadeba, sadatsëâ gamokat́a mtsëkareba da aǵt́atsëba Avtsëḱarevi mër Agûzâši šet́anili tsëvlilistvis. "Adâm Avtsëḱarevi iḱo namdvili ṕat́riot́i da didi lideri", - tkva man. Misi ertguleba čveni kveḱnisadmi da misi ûrḱevi valdebuleba čveni mokalakëbis tsëkovrebis gûmžobesebis sakmeši arasodes daivitsëḱebs.
Avtsëḱarevi ožakma itkova ḱonpidentsëalurobis datsëva am rtul ṕeriodši da gûrḱvevelâ, ramden kans darčeba is movlaši. Tumtsëâ, bevri Agûsëli ûḱve itsëḱebs ḱopili ṕremërisadmi ṕat́ivistsëmas, sotsëaluri kselebit savsea mkardačerisa da madlërebis šet́ḱobinebebit kveḱnistvis misi samsakuristvis.

Tamara Ǵes
Tamara Today (Agausia's International Voice)

by **Drongonia** » Sun Mar 26, 2023 9:48 pm

High Court rules deadly force 'justified' in controversial self-defence case
Christchurch, Drongonia
March 27, 2023 | Alex Bunny

Horomia gave himself up to Police immediately
following the break-in attempt. Photo // TVDG

A panel of High Court judges has ruled that Wiremu Horomia's 2021 fatal stabbing of armed home invader Glen Cartwright, was justified.

According to the timeline of events submitted by Police, Cartwright entered Horomia's West Christchurch home at approximately 4pm on September 16th 2021. Police and Horomia's lawyers assert that Cartwright was armed with what turned out to be an airsoft pistol, brandishing it at Horomia and threatening to shoot him if he didn't provide Cartwright with money or drugs. In response, Horomia told the court he tackled Cartwright, and a scuffle broke out, during which, Horomia reached for a nearby screwdriver and stabbed Cartwright in the neck.

Cartwright died in Sanderham Hospital hours later, with his official cause of death being ruled as 'excess loss of blood'. A toxicology report carried out by the hospital also concluded that Cartwright was 'very likely to have been under the effects of various amphetamines at the time of the break-in and during his death.' Police immediately took Horomia into custody, charging him with manslaughter. The charge was later reduced to involuntary manslaughter.

In the State's initial case against Horomia, the West Christchurch District Court found him guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced him to three years prison with a non-parole period of six months. However, Horomia's lawyers appealed the case and it was taken to the Christchurch High Court, where it has been thrown out. Justice Frank Poynter delivered the verdict on behalf of the panel of the four presiding judges. Poynter noted in the ruling that "when Mr. Cartwright entered Mr. Horomia's home, he forfeited his well-established right to public safety. Mr. Horomia was acting lawfully under the Bill of Rights Act 1951 when he confronted Mr. Cartwright."

Justice Poynter elaborated, continuing "Under Section One, Subsection Fourteen of the Bill of Rights Act, it is written that everyone has the right to use reasonable force to defend themselves, their property, or other persons who may be in danger. In this case, Mr. Horomia used force which he believed to be reasonable in the face of what he believed to be a genuine threat to both his own life and his family's. Justice Poynter also rubbished the prosecution's belief that Horomia's use of force was on racial grounds, allegedly motivated by Cartwright being a European Drongonian. Poynter called the assertion "unsubstantiated drivel." Horomia and his wife are of Maori descent, and are direct descendants of pre-Drongonian Maori.

Wiremu Horomia and his wife Madeline were seen hugging during court proceedings. When interviewed by TVDG, Horomia said that he was "just glad this is finally over" and that "my Whanau can start moving on now." Glen's mother, Tracey Cartwright, was seen weeping with the Horomia family and told media that she believed "my son was a monster, and he [Horomia] was right to protect his family."

by **Sarawak Darulhana** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 7:04 am

Persevere and be patient in the face of challenges

KUCHING-Muslims in this country have been destined to face two equally challenging situations, namely the demand to fast and the demand to deal with issues related to sovereignty and both are expected to be faced with perseverance and patience.

As a people with the faith, we need to remain consistent in praying, chanting and reading the Qur'an to receive the mercy of Allah SWT and obtain His protection for our people and our beloved country.

His Royal Majesty Sultan Tengah III Ibrahim Ali Omar Shah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Sarawak Darulhana emphasized the matter in a message in conjunction with welcoming the beginning of Ramadan 1444H/2023M from Istana Santubong , last week.

"We are confident that Allah SWT will hear all our prayers, especially in this blessed month of Ramadan. In this month of Ramadan, we will fast for an even month, God willing, not only to refrain from eating and drinking, but fasting is our jihad against the influence of lust. In fact, the jihad here is called the 'great jihad', because the jihad against lust is described as the most difficult and challenging jihad.

"In my opinion as a ruler, we are now destined to face two equally challenging situations, namely the demand to fast and the demand to defend the sovereignty of my country and also all of you. I hope that we will be able to face these two situations with more perseverance and be patient,"

Regarding the tradition and also the prevalence, in this month Muslims will fill it with the Tarawih Prayer, recite the Al-Quran, qiamulail and try to get Lailatul Qadr and this can only be done in an appropriate way according to the development and the situation, His Royal Majesty said.

"Thanks to our good intention to worship, God willing, an easy path will be prepared by Allah SWT for us.

"In addition to some of the acts of worship mentioned above, in the month of Ramadan too, we are encouraged to give more alms because the secret of almsgiving is really special,"

His Royal Majesty thinks that almsgiving can not only help the needy but is also a repellent and even a cure for disease, as the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) said, meaning: 'Cure your patients with alms'.

"This is the greatness of Islam, it provides a platform for us to do good deeds,"

At the same time, His Royal Majesty also expressed the hope that we will be able to increase our acts of worship together to reap the rewards promised by Allah SWT.

"Let us all pray together, that with the blessings of Ramadan, Allah SWT will accept our worship and repentance, that all our sins will be forgiven and that the country will be blessed, free and safe from various calamities and disasters, and that the sovereignty of Sarawak Darulhana will always be preserved, In the name of Allah Almighty

Finally, my family and I sincerely wish you the best of luck in performing the fasting worship in good health and prosperity, good sustenance and prosperity, Allah protect Sarawak Darulhana, Allah bless Sarawak Darulhana

by **Gabeonia** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:18 am

Gabeonia Sends Support to Exarkyon

March 27th, 2023 - Middleton - Gabeonia National News (GNN)

In the early morning hours of March 27th, President Nightwall announced that Gabeonia is sending weapon & equipment support to Exarkyon. The aid includes small arms, uniforms, helmets, vests, gas masks, and radios. This is the third military aid announcement coming from the President this month. And this is the third country to receive support. Recently, the Gabeonian National Army received equipment upgrades so now all of their Soviet-era equipment is surplus. In the announcement, President Nightwall said "The aircraft will not be escorted by any attack aircraft and the crew will be unarmed. Any Tyrios attack on the aircraft will be met with the full force of the Gabeonian Armed Forces. The Federation reserves its right to have and use WMDs." At this time, the Gabeonian Armed Forces are on high alert but they are not mobilizing for defense or invasion. Gabeonia National News will continue to monitor the ongoing situation.

by **Amaurita** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 11:20 am

Federal Gov. Implements Four Day Workweek for Employees after Success is Proven by States, Private Sector
Packstang, Susquehanna
Published On: 27 March | Authored By: Prasad Gadhavi

Employees of the Federal Government will be enjoying an extra day away from the office, as President Vukovich signed an executive order enacting a four day workweek for non-elected government employees, as opposed to the traditional five day workweek. The shortening of the Federal Government’s workweek comes as States and the Private Sector reap the benefits of less time spent in the office.

Federal Employees will now be able to enjoy more free time from the Office

On Monday morning, President John K. Vukovich signed Executive Order 484, dubbed the Workday Order, permits employees in the Federal Government to rearrange their work week, with the approval of their supervisor and the human resources department of their respective office. Employees will be permitted to take one weekday of the employee’s choosing off, in addition to having Saturdays and Sundays off. This four day workweek policy also encompasses non civilian personnel in the Armed Forces, with the exception of personnel deployed in combat operations. The four day workweek implemented by Executive Order 484 is not mandatory, as federal employees would still be allowed to work a fifth day in the week if the employee and their supervisor affirms that an extra day in the office would be required. The change in work schedules would not impact the paychecks of Federal employees, as all federal employees are salaried. Non paid interns are also included in the four day Executive Order, as well as contractors working for the Federal Government. The Executive Order does not include elected officials, as elected officials are not considered Government Employees under Federal Statute.

The Federal Government’s implementation of the four day workweek comes after several States and the Private Sector have experimented with the plan, and have success with the program. The State of Maryland was the first State to implement the policy for the Third Quarter of 2022, mandating the plan for public sector employees and offering tax credits for the private sector firms that followed suit. Between the Third and Fourth Quarters of 2022, and the First Quarter of 2023, the State found that public sector employees were reporting lower stress levels, better sleep, and improved mental health, among a variety of other benefits. The private sector reported that employees were increasingly productive, with no major shifts in revenues. By the end of the fourth quarter of 2022, employees in both the public and private sectors cited overall satisfaction with the adjustment, with several citizens claiming that ‘no amount of money could convince [them] to work a fifth day in the week.’ A four day week for the State’s public schools are supposedly in the works in the State’s Education Department, although no official comment has been made by the State as of writing.

After the success of the four day workweek in Maryland, a dozen other States have since implemented the four day workweek. The States of Alderney and Susquehanna followed closely behind Maryland, enacting a law in November 2022 that would implement the four day workweek in time for the 2023 Fiscal Year. The States of Mexico, Jersey, Long Island, and Delaware all followed, implementing Four Day Workweek laws in December 2022. Four Day Workweek Referendums were held in Kalinea, Nevada, Arisona, and Colorado during the 2022 Elections, and passed in all four States, setting the start of the four day workweek for the Second Quarter of 2023. Illinois, Indiana and Hanover had previously had Special Referenda on the matter in October 2022 that passed, the implementation for which will take effect in the Second Quarter of 2022. Elsewhere, bills for a four day workweek are at varying stages in State Legislatures across the nation, including Virginia, Ohio, Huron, Flaurita, Georgia, and Palma, with referenda on the matter scheduled for later this year in Vandalia, Cumberland, Texas, and Oklahoma. Overall, this represents nearly a third of the Federated United States.

The implementation of the four day workweek, celebrated by millions of Amauritans, has met minimal resistance. The most significant resistance has stemmed from firms who have significant numbers of entry level workers, who argue that the increased cost of entry level labor will have detrimental impacts to the economy. Economists from the Federal University of Amaurita, however, have since argued that the increased productivity from employees on a four day workweek schedule would offset the higher costs that firms may have to concern themselves with on paper. For 2022, the average minimum salary for part time employees, which are defined as employees who work a maximum of 24 hours a week, stands at $32,000 Thallers, whereas the average minimum salary for full time employees, which work a maximum of 32 or 40 hours weekly, currently stands at 50,000 Thallers. Hardline Progressives have also protested, claiming that the Federal Government is acting too slowly and ought to mandate the four day workweek nationally. It should be noted, however, that the States are implementing the policy already, with political scientists arguing that federal intervention isn’t necessary.

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by **The Aituia** » Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:50 am

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by **Agausia** » Sat Apr 01, 2023 12:55 pm

Government fails to reach consensus on budget
Author: Tsëzaris Ḱant́oni
Saturday, April 1, 2023

Tamara - In a not so surprising turn of events, Agausia's governing coalition in the country's parliament have been unable to agree on a budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This has left the government in a state of limbo, with the possibility of a looming government collapse.

The deadlock comes after weeks of negotiations between the ruling parties, who have been unable to come to a consensus on key spending priorities. The parties have been at odds over issues such as healthcare funding, education investment, tax reform and ways to combat inflation and lower prices.

The speaker of parliament, coalition chair, and leader of the Social Democratic party, Žaḱub Ramont́i, expressed his frustration at the lack of progress, stating that "we have been negotiating in good faith for some time, but we simply cannot reach an agreement on a budget that we believe meets the needs of all our citizens, while also grappling with the reality of our economic situation."

Opposition parties have criticized the government's inability to reach a budget agreement, with some accusing the ruling coalition of being too focused on their own partisan interests. "The people of this country deserve a government that can come together and make tough decisions for the good of all, not just their own narrow interests," said opposition leader Aleksandre Ûmdaže.

The situation has raised concerns among the public and the business community, with fears that a government stalemate could have a negative impact on the economy. The lack of a budget also puts critical government programs and services at risk, including funding for national defense and public safety.

The government has indicated that they will continue negotiations in the hopes of reaching a budget agreement, but with the clock ticking and tensions running high, it remains to be seen whether they will be able to overcome their differences and come to a resolution.

(Agausian Translation)

Movlenebis artsëâ tu ise gasaḱvirâ, rom Agûsës mmartveli ḱólitsëâ kveḱnis ṕarlament́ši ver šetankmdnen momavali pisḱaluri tsëlis biužet́ze. Aman mtavroba gûrḱvevel mǵomareobaši dat́ova, kelisuplebis mosalodneli dašlis šesažlebloba.

Čiki modis mmartvel ṕart́ëbs šoris ḱvirâni molaṕaraḱebebis šemdeg, romlebmatsëâ ver mâǵtsës ḱonsensuss žiritadi karžebis ṕriorit́et́ebze. Mkarëbi daṕirisṕirebulni iḱvnen iset saḱitkebze, rogoritsëâ žandatsëvis dapinanseba, ganatlebaši invest́itsëbi, sagadasakado reporma da inplatsësa da dabali pasebis tsënaaǵmdeg bržolis gzebi.

Ṕarlament́is sṕiḱerma, ḱólitsës tavmždomarem da sotsëal-demoḱrat́i ṕart́ës liderma Žaḱub Ramont́i gamokat́a imeǵatsërueba ṕrogresis ararsebobis gamo da ganatsëkada, rom „čven garḱve ṕeriodi ḱetilsindisërad vatsëarmoebt molaṕaraḱebebs, magram ûbralod ver mivaǵtsëvt šetankmebas. Biužet́i, romelitsëâ čven gvžera, rom aḱmaḱopilebs čveni ḱvela mokalakis sačiroebebs da aseve ebržvis čveni eḱonomiḱuri mǵomareobis realobas“.

Oṕozitsëri ṕart́ëbi aḱrit́iḱeben mtavrobis ûunarobas, mâǵtsës biužet́is šetankmebas, zogi ḱi mmartvel ḱólitsëas saḱutar ṕart́iul int́eresebze zedmet́ad orënt́irebulobaši adanašûlebs. „am kveḱnis kalki imsakurebs mtavrobas, romelsatsëâ šeužlâ šeiḱribos da mëǵos mḱatsëri gadatsëḱvet́ilebebi ḱvelas sasiḱetod da ara mkolod saḱutari vitsëro int́eresebistvis“, - tkva oṕozitsës liderma Aleksandre Ûmdaže.

Itarebam gamoitsëvâ sazogadoebisa da biznes sazogadoebis šešpoteba, imis šišit, rom mtavrobis čikši šeižleba ûarḱopiti gavlena ikonios eḱonomiḱaze. Biužet́is naḱleboba aseve saprtkis kveš aḱenebs ḱrit́iḱul samtavrobo ṕrogramebsa da servisebs, mat šoris erovné tavdatsëvisa da sazogadoebrivi ûsaprtkoebis dapinansebas.

Mtavrobam aǵnišna, rom isini gaagrželeben molaṕaraḱebebs sabiužet́o šetankmebis miǵtsëvis imedit, magram drois mat́ebastan ertad da dažabulobis mat́ebastan ertad, žer ḱidev gasarḱvevâ, šežleben tu ara isini dažlion ûtankmoeba da mividnen gadatsëḱvet́ilebamde.

Tamara Ǵes
Tamara Today (Agausia's International Voice)

by **Agausia** » Sun Apr 02, 2023 2:30 pm

Tsënt́ri's Regional Council to approve creation of new village
Author: Valent́ina Bonḱa
Sunday, April 2, 2023

Romada - Last month voters in Tsënt́ri region's first, second and sixteenth districts went to the polls to cast their ballots in a nonbinding referendum to decide the fate of a small settlement northeast of the city of Romda.

Starting in 2017 the city of Romda approved construction of a unincorporated community known as Tsëmida Žvari. The community, its businesses and political workings were supervised by the city and the mayor's office. Since then, the municipality has grown and now has a population of around 2,784 people.

In late 2019 a concerted effort was made to give Tsëmida Žvari its own status as a village with a localized government and district administrator (Ûbani Administ́rat́ori). The effort was spearheaded on the national stage by MPs Osḱur Vibst́eri (AL), who represents the first district, Lazar Ḱodošvili (PD), who represents the second district, and Almaz Ḱumenovi (AL), who represents the sixteenth district.

A secession bill introduced into the forty-four-member regional council in April of 2020 failed to pass since the Social Democrats held a supermajority. However, the results of last month's referendum found that a majority of voters voted in favor of creating a village from Tsëmida Žvari.

Last Monday the Agausian Liberal members of the Tsënt́ri's Regional Council introduced a measure to see the voter's referendum become a reality. And since the introduction of new legislation, both the Pensioners' Party and the Communist Party of the Republic of Agausia have signaled they would be receptive to supporting the measure.

The regional council is due to vote on the legislation later this month, and if everything continues to go down this track it appears that a new village will be established in Agausia.

(Agausian Translation)

Gasul tveši Tsënt́ri regionis ṕirvel, meore da metekvsmet́e olkebši amomrčevlebi mividnen arčevnebze, rata mëǵot kma arasavaldebulo reperendumze, rata gadétsëḱvit́at ṕat́ara dasaklebis bedi kalak Romdas črdilo-aǵmosavletit.

2017 tsëlidan kalak Romda daamt́ḱitsëâ arainḱorṕorirebé sazogadoebis mšenebloba, romelitsëâ tsënobilâ rogortsëâ Tsëmida Žvari. Tems, mis bizness da ṕolit́iḱur sakmânobas zedamkedvelobas ûtsëvda kalaki da merâ. Mas šemdeg munitsëṕalit́et́i gaizarda da akla mosakleoba daakloebit 2.784 adamâns šeaǵens.

2019 tsëlis bolos gaḱetda ertoblivi žaliskmeva, rata Tsëmida Žvari mëničebina saḱutari st́at́usi, rogortsëâ sopeli loḱalizebé mmartvelobita da Ûbani Administ́rat́ori. Žaliskmevas erovnul stsënaze sataveši čûǵa deṕut́at́ebi Osḱur Vibst́eri (AL), romelitsëâ tsëarmóǵens ṕirvel olks, Lazar Ḱodošvili (PD), romelitsëâ tsëarmóǵens meore olks da Almaz Ḱumenovi (AL), romelitsëâ tsëarmóǵens metekvsmet́e olks.

2020 tsëlis Aṕrilši ormotsëdaotkḱatsëan regionalur sabčoši šet́anili setsësës ḱanonṕroekt́i ver mëǵes mas šemdeg, ratsëâ Sotsëal-Demoḱrat́ebs suṕermažorit́aroba eḱavat. Tumtsëâ, gasé tvis reperendumis šedegebma ačvena, rom amomrčevelta ûmravlesobam mkari dûčira Tsëmida Žvari soplis šekmnas.

Gasul oršabatsëâ tsëent’ris regionuli sabčos Agûzis Liberalma tsëvrebma šemoiǵes ǵonisžëba, rata amomrčevelta reperendumi realobad iktsëes. Akali ḱanonmdeblobis šemoǵebis ǵhidan, rogortsëâ Ṕensionerta Ṕart́âm, aseve Agûzis Resр́ubliḱis Ḱomunist́uri Ṕart́âm ganatsëkades, rom mzad iknebân mkari dûčiron zomebs.

Raionulma sabčom ḱanonmdeblobas am tvis bolos ûnda ûḱaros ḱenči da tu ḱvelaperi ase gagrželdeba, rogortsëâ čans, Agusâši akali sopeli daarsdeba.

Tamara Ǵes
Tamara Today (Agausia's International Voice)

by **Free Capitalist Canada** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 1:00 am

Chancellor Hadfield, NDP Reduced to Minority Government in 2050 Election
April 5th, 2050
04:00

OTTAWA, ONTARIO — The 2050 Federal Election has concluded and the votes are in: Chancellor Hadfield and his New Democratic Party have been reduced to a minority government. Ruling as the majority party since the 2035 election, it will be the first time the NDP has not held a majority in parliament since coming into power.

The results come on the back of the largest voter turnout in Canadian election history since the 1958 Federal Election (79.3% in 2050, 79.4% in 1958), which saw the NDP lose 50 of their 248, reduced now to 198. The majority of those 50 seats were lost Kevin Martin and his Liberal Party, who gained 28 seats in the election, and are now holding 184 seats in Parliament. Other notable seat gains were Lane Ross' Conservative-Reformation Party with +8 (now holding 64 seats) and Colton Nelson's Progressive-Alliance Party with +4 (now holding 27 seats).

Parliament's 475 seats. From left to right: New Democratic
Party, Liberal Party, Conservative-Reformation Party,
Progressive-Alliance Party, Green Party.

The 2050 election is the second straight election in which the NDP lost at least 20 seats or more in Parliament, and with the Liberals only trailing the NDP by 14 seats, some in parliament are beginning to wonder if this will be the last term with the NDP in power. "I don't question Chancellor Hadfield's ability to lead the nation one bit," MP Drew Stephenson, a Liberal representing Ontario's 13th district told CBCN in an exclusive interview. "However, you have to wonder whether or not he is losing stability within his own party after losing a significant amount of seats in two straight elections."

A poll by CBCN was given to Canadian citizens to give further insight into the NDP's continued decline. Among 536,000 responses, the majority of people who answered were concerned with the chancellor's ability to lead the nation through science's most recent advancements and his ability to keep in touch with modern technology, and favoured the younger 29 year old Liberal Party Leader Kevin Martin over Chancellor Hadfield, who turned 64 in February.

The new minority government presents new challenges for the NDP, and how successful the party is of being effective will be critical for the 2055 election. With legislation needing at least 238 votes to pass, the NDP needs to get at least 40 opposing members to agree with any legislation they put forward before it can pass, assuming the vote is unanimous within the NDP itself.

With the election concluded, parliament will enter post-election recess, and will not reconvene until June 1st, when the 1st session of the 6th National Assembly begins.

by **Saint-Lisieux** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 8:44 am

English · News ·

Geopolitics

St. Lisieux Mulls Increased Defence Spending, Cooperation with the West
PM Dubois drives her ambitions: "Lisieux must diversify her defences in this unsettled global order"

@SLN_KloheU

Thérèse - English Translation The "10-nation Cooperation Agreement" (CoA10) is hailed as a landmark paper that signals to global powers that Lisieux is willing to increase its military activities and assertiveness beyond the Oceania region-- but at what cost? We gathered three experts to weigh in on this development, analyze the two papers released so far, and give their evaluation. But first, some context:

In yesterday's press conference, before next week's parliament reopening and session on defence spending and strategy, Prime Minister Andrea Dubois spoke with reporters about the agreement and defended against rising scrutiny from the SDP-Liberal-Green coalition. "I do not doubt that my convictions are right," she started, "and amidst growing threats from China, I see no strategic reason not to increase cooperation with the US, despite everything."

The Defence Office backed the PM's claims when it simultaneously released a 100-page outline of Lisieux's revised military doctrine, LAFJP 01, which was also in time for the 2030 Defence-in-Depth and Sustainability initiatives. The military doctrine outlines the strategic goals of the modern Lisieux Naval fleet; merchant security, a focus on the marines' modernization, and the establishment of a rapid-response fleet to deter incursions from "adversarial pirate/merchant/military vessels," a not-so-subtle nod to the increasingly belligerent Chinese merchant ships that have illegally fished past Lisieux's EEZ many times this year.

"There is no doubt that Lisieux is ramping up its interest in its defence, despite a fairly apathetic voter base who are more inclined to stick with Lisieux's long-standing neutral stance in international affairs," said Dr. Blaise Dupoint, a political science professor at the University of Saint Catherines. "The Conservative's biggest worry right now should be the polls; they're not looking good. The SDP-L-G coalition has them by a fair number of percentage points, and right now, they are staunchly anti-US, anti-navy buildup."

Dr. Hannah Adelaide, political analyst for SLN News agreed: "I believe Dubois is attempting to use current international events and crises to curry the favor of the military big-wigs in her coalition, which make up a chunk of her political donations. Obviously this is no surprise, but what is surprising is her doubling-down on military buildup despite the cacophony of complaints from even within her closest circles in the PM Office. And far-right conspiracies aside, it seems more likely that it's out of her hatred of China in general, since a growing pro-China segment of the Conservative Party is quickly starting to become a thorn on her side, opposing her policy directions every which way this year.

Finally, Leo Bonaventure, director of China-Lisieux policy wrote: "I concur with both my colleagues about Dubois's inevitable position today. Our recent polling has indicated that almost 67% of Lisieux agree or moderately agree that the environment is a far more pressing matter. Hurricane Celina and the disastrous response was the tipping point for many: 78% polled were heavily critical to extremely critical of Dubois's alignment with the far-right wing of the Conservatives that blocked all Chinese disaster relief aid to the country. Antagonizing our biggest neighbour isn't a great idea in my view. Plus not to mention the recent budget crunch her spending spree would have to face. The economy is another sticking point that Lisieuxians are quite furious about, so this is all to say that this decision is a risky investment."

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Dougie Prescott
10:13 UTC+9 | April 5th

Her entire platform was anti-China, anti-wokeness. Look where it's gotten us! Into recession, we go! That aid could've at least provided immediate financial relief, but now she's betting that us, a small little island in the middle of nowhere, can possibly face a huge power with a defence expenditure the size of our entire GDP...
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#GoFoxes24
10:15 UTC+9 | April 5th

Being indebted to those commies is more of a cost than that, surely.
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MyIQIsTheSameAsMyUpvotes
10:23 UTC+9 | April 5th

Yeah yeah that's great and all, but cmon. Who do you think is really costing Lisieux more? Some far away country or extremists here?
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Libertéégalité
10:33 UTC+9 | April 5th

Of course the SLN would only highlight centrist and outright pro-communist losers' opinions and not the opinions of the many, many freedom loving Lisieux people that are 100% on board with mrs. dubois's stand.
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Duke Arbukle
11:46 UTC+9 | April 5th

She did not go far enough. What's to stop s***holes like Soviet Konstantinov from rearing their ugly heads in the pacific again? Or NK? Or any one of these menaces
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Bennett
12:13 UTC+9 | April 5th

Not to trample on your racist tirade but Konstantinov is a failed state and has been for decades, so no, that would not happen. It's like saying the moon will invade your house by next Tuesday, ridiculous.
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by **Agausia** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 11:12 am

Environmentalists warn about long-term effects of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Author: Sofâ Pavili
Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Tamara - Environmental experts in Agausia are warning about the long-term consequences of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on the environment of both Ukraine and the Black Sea. The conflict has not only caused immense human suffering but has also left a significant impact on the ecosystem and natural resources of the region.

According to reports, the ongoing war has led to significant damage to the agricultural land, forests, and water resources in Ukraine. The use of heavy artillery and military vehicles has destroyed large areas of farmland, leaving the soil contaminated and unfit for cultivation. The destruction of forests has also led to a loss of habitat for wildlife, resulting in a decline in biodiversity.

The water resources have also been severely impacted by the conflict, with many rivers and streams contaminated by oil spills, chemical waste, and debris from destroyed infrastructure. The contamination of water sources has also led to a shortage of safe drinking water in the affected areas, putting the health of residents at risk. Experts warn this could also have a detrimental impact on the health and environment of the already fragile Black Sea.

Environmentalists are warning that the long-term consequences of the conflict could be even more severe. The contamination of soil and water could lead to the spread of diseases and the loss of livelihoods for both Agausian and Ukranian communities. The destruction of forests could also lead to increased soil erosion, landslides, and flooding, further exacerbating the environmental crisis.

Experts are calling for urgent action to mitigate the environmental impact of the conflict in Ukraine. Ultimately, they are calling for an end of the war. They are also urging the international community to provide support for environmental cleanup and restoration efforts in affected areas. The restoration of the environment is not only crucial for the survival of local communities but also for the preservation of the region's biodiversity and natural resources.

(Agausian Translation)

Agûzës garemosdatsëviti eksṕert́ebi aprtkileben Rusetis mër Ûḱrainaši šečris grželvadân šedegebs rogortsëâ Ûḱrainis, ise šavi zǵvis garemoze. Ḱonplikt́ma ara mkolod gamoitsëvâ adamânis ûzarmazari t́anžva, aramed mnišvnelovani gavlena mókdina regionis eḱosist́emasa da bunebriv resursebze.

Gavrtsëlebé inpormatsët, mimdinare omma mnišvnelovani zâni mâḱena Ûḱrainaši sasoplo-sameurneo mitsëbs, t́ḱëbs da tsëḱlis resursebs. Mžime art́ilerësa da samkedro mankanebis gamoḱenebam gaanaǵura sasoplo-sameurneo mitsëbis didi t́erit́orëbi, ris gamotsëâ nâdagi dabinžurebé da ûvargisâ dasamušaveblad. T́ḱëbis ganaǵurebam aseve gamoitsëvâ veluri bunebis habit́at́is daḱargva, ramatsëâ gamoitsëvâ biomravalperovnebis šemtsëreba.

Tsḱlis resursebze aseve seriozulad dazaralda ḱonplikt́i, bevri mdinare da naḱadi dabinžurebulâ navtobis daǵvraze, kimiuri narčenebita da ganaǵurebé inprast́rukt́uris narčenebit. Tsḱlis tsëḱaroebis dabinžurebam aseve gamoitsëvâ dazaralebul raionebši ûsaprtko sasmeli tsëḱlis depitsët́i, ratsëâ saprtkes ûkmnis mosakleobis žanmrtelobas. Eksṕert́ebi aprtkileben, rom aman šesažló sazâno gavlena ikonios isedatsëâ mḱipe šavi zǵvis žanmrtelobasa da garemoze.

Garemosdamtsëvelebi aprtkileben, rom ḱonplikt́is grželvadâni šedegebi šeižleba ḱidev ûpro mžime iḱos. Nâdagisa da tsëḱlis dabinžurebam šeižleba gamoitsëvios daavadebebis gavrtsëleba da saarsebo tsëḱaros daḱargva rogortsëâ Agûsës, ise Ûḱrainis temebistvis. T́ḱëbis ganaǵurebam aseve šeižleba gamoitsëvios nâdagis erozâ, metsëḱeri da tsëḱaldidoba, ratsëâ ḱidev ûpro gaamtsëvavebs garemosdatsëviti ḱriziss.

Eksṕert́ebi itkoven sastsërapo mokmedebas Ûḱrainaši ḱonplikt́is garemoze zemokmedebis šesamtsëreblad. Saboloo žamši, isini omis dasrulebas itkoven. Isini aseve mótsëdeben sértašoriso sazogadoebas, mkari dûčiros garemos dasuptavebisa da aǵǵenis mtsëdelobebs dazaralebul raionebši. Garemos aǵǵenas gadamtsëḱvet’i mnišvneloba akvs ara mkolod aǵilobrivi temebis gadarčenistvis, aramed regionis biomravalperovnebisa da bunebrivi resursebis šenarčunebistvis.

Tamara Ǵes
Tamara Today (Agausia's International Voice)

by **National Stational Nation** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 8:14 pm

NATIONAL STATIONAL NATION NEWS

Possesion and public displayings of the Stettiel monster has been banned
Posted 6/4/2023
About the many possesions of the Stettiel monster in Lake Stettiel, many people found the many rumor of the Stettiel monster, similar to the Loch Ness Monster, in Scotland. "Sir, we should ban it" said a Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch citizen moved to National Stational Nation for it's beautiful beauty. "The Stettiel monster is a top secret and the government can only see it". After 60 pictures taken by scientists the government found a very wiggly animation which caused the Stettiel monster to wiggle. The government snuck in and found the Stettie swimming and wiggling its tail. This is caused by the fins of the Stettiel monster, which is actually a hybrid of a fish and the newly-discovered "Siamese longtail fish" which wiggles its tail when swimming. This was caused by a rapid hybrid test 6 million years ago when the Stettiel monster grew long tails, fins and even an almost-smooth surface when environmetal changes and natural calamities are going to happen. "You can touch it, feel it, but not see it" said a participated-in-parliament person.

by **Free Capitalist Canada** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 1:50 am

Repeal of Daylight Savings Act Among Final Bills from 5th National Assembly to Pass
April 6th, 2050
04:50

OTTAWA, ONTARIO — With parliament in post-election recess until the 6th National Assembly convenes on June 1st, the final pieces of legislation from the 5th National Assembly have had a chance to make it to Chancellor Hadfield's desk, including one that repeals the Daylight Savings Act. The bill, which had massive cross-party support in parliament, was subsequently signed into law by the chancellor.

The original Daylight Savings Act established a federally mandated daylight savings policy, in which all provinces had to follow. The act established daylight savings as taking place from the 2nd Sunday in March to the 1st Sunday in November, in which at 02:00 on both days, clocks jumped forward an hour (in March) or fell back an hour (in November). The original purpose of the bill was to allow citizens to have more sunlight during the hours when they were awake, which allowed for less electricity demand, but in a modern world that produces more than enough electricity, the original purpose has become obsolete.

Map showing provinces that do and don't observe daylight
savings.

The bill was not only popular in parliament, but with citizens, businesses, and government services too. Citizens experience a disruption to their typical sleep rhythm, which can take days to reset. This can cause profit losses for businesses which see an increase in mistakes and absenteeism and a decrease in productivity immediately following daylight savings. Additionally, the disruption to people's sleep rhythms causes an increase in injuries and accidents.

The bill signed by Chancellor Hadfield repeals the original Daylight Savings Act and delegates the act's powers to the provincial and territorial governments, in which all but four of the nation's 24 chief ministers have stated that their provinces will observe permanent daylight savings time, and will no longer observe standard time at any point of the year. The chief ministers of Alaska, Yukon, Nunatsiaq, and Nunavut, have stated that they will continue to observe daylight savings as defined in the Daylight Savings Act, mostly due to the four provinces being far enough north geographically where daylight is incredibly short during the winter months.

With Chancellor Hadfield signing off on the bill, it will go into effect when parliament reconvenes in June, meaning that for the vast majority of citizens, gone are the days of making sure the clock has been adjusted for daylight savings.

by **Agausia** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 11:48 am

Seniors report missing pensions
Author: St́epanâ Šurigini
Thursday, April 6, 2023

Čest́i - A number of pensioners in Agausia's Samudamodi region have reported missing monthly payments from the government. The region is home to a majority of Agausia's agricultural industry, and many pensioners are retired farmers and laborers.

Most pensioners, like seventy-six-year-old retired citrus farmer Ali Ilmazi, are fully reliant on funds from the government to make a living and pay bills. "My pension wasn't just a source of income. It is a lifeline for me. Without it, I'm left struggling to make ends meet and pay my bills. It's like a rug has been pulled out from under me, and I'm left wondering how I'm going to survive."

Ilmazi is one of three residents in the Šovi commune who has reported missing pensions. In total a number of 37 retirees in the Samudamodi region have reported their pensions missing for one or more months since the year began. The issue only appears to be affecting residents in the Samudamodi region.

The situation is extremely reminiscent of a scandal which occurred in 2019, when a high-ranking staff member within the Health, Social and Labor Protections Ministry was found guilty of stealing pensions from Agausian citizens. The scandal forced the resignation of Minister Mareḱ Ḱovalsḱi in early 2020.

When commenting on the situation Deputy Health Minister Aleksandre Boḱovi stated that given the fact that the missing payment were geographically situated in one region it is likely that there was an error in reporting to the local office in Čest́i. He also stated that an investigation looking into the situation. Boḱovi also ruled out the possibility of corruption or misuse of the funds ensuring the public that protects were in place to prevent such incidents.

In the past there have also been accusations of the state withholding public funds and using them elsewhere. During former president Eduard Avagâni's (AL) administration Prime Minister Osḱar Ṕet́opi's (SD) cabinet was accused of using funds earmarked for prisons and schools to build hotels and spas for tourists. However, this was never proven.

(Agausian Translation)

Ramdenime ṕensionerma Agûzis Samudamodi regionši ganatsëkada, rom mtavrobisgan ḱoveltviuri gadasakadebi ar aris. Regionši mdebareobs Agûzës soplis meurneobis indust́rës ûmet́esi natsëli da bevri ṕensioneri aris ṕensioneri permeri da muša.

Ṕensionerta ûmet́esoba, iseve rogortsëâ samotsëdatekvsmet́i tsëlis ṕensâze gasé tsët́rusebis permeri Ali Ilmazi, srulad aris damoḱidebé mtavrobis saksrebze, rata gamoimušaos da gadaikados gadasakadebi. "Čemi ṕensâ ar iḱo mkolod šemosavlis tsëḱaro, is čemtvis mašvelâ. Amis gareše me vtsëdilob tavi gamoviḱvlio da gadasakadebi gadavikado. Es titkos kvemodan kaliča gadmomiǵes da me. Maint́eresebs, rogor gadavrčebi."

Ilmazi aris ert-erti im sami mtsëkovrebidan Šovi ḱomunaši, romlebmatsëâ ganatsëkades ṕensëbis daḱargvis šesakeb. Mtlânobaši, Samudamodis regionši otsëdačvidmet́i ṕensionerma ganatsëkada, rom ṕensëbi gakra erti an met́i tvis ganmavlobaši tsëlis datsëḱebidan. Rogortsëâ čans, es saḱitki mkolod Samudamodi regionis mtsëkovreblebs ekeba.

Sit́uatsëâ žalân mogvagonebs sḱandals, romelitsëâ mokda 2019 tsëls, rodesatsëâ žandatsëvis, sotsëaluri da šromis datsëvis saminist́ros maǵalčinosani agûsës mokalakëbis ṕensëbis kurdobaši damnašaved tsënes. Sḱandalma aižula minist́ri Mareḱ Ḱovalsḱi gadamǵariḱo 2020 tsëlis dasatsëḱisši.

It́uatsës ḱoment́irebisas žandatsëvis minist́ris móǵilem Aleksandre Boḱovi ganatsëkada, rom imis gatvalistsënebit, rom daḱargé tanka geograpiulad mdebareobda ert regionši, savarûdó, rom iḱo šetsëdoma Čest́i aǵilobriv opisši moksenebisas. Man aseve ganatsëkada, rom gamožëba vitarebas iḱvlevs. Boḱovi aseve gamoritsëka ḱoruptsës an saksrebis borot́ad gamoḱenebis šesažlebloba, ratsëâ ûzrunvelḱops sazogadoebis datsëvas msgavsi intsëdent́ebis tavidan asatsëleblad.

Tsëarsulši aseve iḱo braldebebi sakelmtsëpos mër sakelmtsëpo saksrebis daḱavebisa da mati skvagan gamoḱenebis šesakeb. Ḱopili ṕrezident́is Eduard Avagâni (AL) administ́ratsës dros ṕremër-minist́r Osḱar Ṕet́opi (SD) ḱabinetsëâ daadanašûles tsëkëbisa da sḱolebistvis gamoḱopili tankebis gamoḱeneba t́urist́ebistvis sast́umroebisa da sṕa-salonebis asašeneblad. Tumtsëâ, es arasodes dadast́urda

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by **Exarkyon** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 4:57 pm

BREAKING NEWS: Tyrios Approaches Exarkyon

Conflict in the Tyrian Sea has continued to ramp up. Having mobilized its forces, Tyrios has put its armies in unclaimed territory near Exarkyon. They have also set up artillery positions already aimed at Exarkrion positions. Only time will tell if war can be averted. In the capital of Tyrios, a monk self-immolated on the doorstep of Tyrian leader President Erayon Baniron's capitol. The latter responded with a statement condemning "irrational beliefs" for causing such death. Iraxon III Arkon, ruler of Exarkyon, responded that "one who condemns needless violence [should] remove the sword from our necks."

by **Saint-Lisieux** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 8:02 pm

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Breaking

BREAKING: Protests Against Nickel Mine Agreement Block Dealmakers
Protestors Clash with Police and Bodyguard Detail of Two Major US Nickel Corporations and Electric Battery Giant Electron

Thérèse - English Translation Large-scale protests have erupted in Thérèse after a nickel mine agreement was made with US nickel and battery corporations, including controversial battery giant Electron, that has sparked outrage amongst environmentalists ever since negotiations started last May.

The agreement has led to blockades across the city, with protesters setting up semi-permanent encampments in strategic locations to halt the progress of their motorcade and security detail. The demonstrations have led business and daily life in Lisieux's capital coming to a grinding halt as an estimated 100,000 protestors gathered in and around the Place d'yves square in front of Jeanne d'Arc Boulevard, the President's Office and where the meeting took place, with another 10,000 or so demonstrators that have set up around the Capitale quarter.

The ANP, Lisieux's national police agency, has issued a stay-at-home advisory for the entire metropolitan area. The city's mayor, Champaign Legault, took to social media to express his "dismay" over the situation, urging protesters to remain peaceful and respect the rule of law while also avoiding blocking "critical infrastructure."

The FNM, the national union of mine workers, has called its members to continue to mount pressure on the president and block the delegation from leaving "until the agreement is torn up." Indigenous chief leaders have issued a joint statement to block the agreement "wherever and whenever we can until the Americans leave."

Since negotiations over the nickel agreement during the 2030 Sustainability initiative and the Pacific Group meetings started, unions and environmentalists have issued grievances over the project's details in a rare case of unity. Several indigenous communities of Lisieux and international environmental organizations such as EARTH have clashed with police during the blockades of the mines in the North since last week.

However, other indigenous communities and unions have been concerned about the revenues and profits being diverted from local companies and offshored to US giants. Thus, many have argued that the signing has galvanized both sides and are demonstrating on equal terms.

The protests are widely seen on social media as a part of the larger effort of the Pacific Group of countries to be net-negative Carbon emitters amid several island nations becoming completely flooded for months on end. Lisieux Nickel and Pacific Zinc have charged that continued nickel development is both a necessary and lucrative opportunity for Lisieux's economy as the global demand for electric batteries eclipse production and supply. Lisieux's existing nickel mines are largely owned by Lisieux Nickel however, and both mining giants have also come out against the agreement.

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Jean-Baptiste
20:12 UTC+9 | April 7th

As usual, the government continues flooding the coffers of multinationals that use cheap migrant labour rather than listening to its own people. In other news, water is wet.
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FoxesFan44
20:15 UTC+9 | April 7th

Not just that, but partnering with Electron? Really? Does Dubois not have eyes? Electron. uses. slaves. END OF STORY!!
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Libertéégalité
20:33 UTC+9 | April 5th

There should not be mining in Lisieux from the very beginning. How could we continue to extract and emit carbon while our pacific neighbours are literally drowning because of sea level rise? Are we such a big island nation that we can just ignore the suffering of smaller ones until we are next?
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Jeanne
20:49 UTC+9 | April 7th

The future is electric, the future is batteries, the future is lithium and nickel. Lisieux must use its bountiful resources so that we can overcome the challenges of the future before it happens.
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by **Drongonia** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 9:31 pm

Government pulls plug on tobacco industry subsidies
Christchurch, Drongonia
April 8, 2023 | Alex Bunny

Tobacco bosses say the move "endangers Drongonian
jobs". Photo // TVDG

Anti-smoking advocates celebrated outside Parliament yesterday as the Ministry of Economic Development confirmed it would not be authorising the renewal of tobacco industry subsidies.

The subsidies, which have historically been delivered as a combination of cash payments and tax breaks, have been in place since the 1960s and were an early attempt at cultivating Drongonia's manufacturing industry in the face of increasing low-cost manufacturing in other countries. However, an unusual combination anti-smoking advocates and libertarians have been increasingly calling for them to end.

In a Labour-backed Bill first introduced before Parliament in 2017, proposals were floated to cancel the subsidies to 'encourage positive health outcomes' and 'reduce unnecessary governmental expenditure.' However, the Bill failed its second reading, and those opposed to the subsidy have since switched to lobbying the Ministry of Economic Development, which hands the subsidies out and is in charge of renewing them every decade.

The subsidies, which totalled over $80m last year, were paid out to the "Big Three" tobacco companies operating manufacturing plants within Drongonia. In 2022, $36m was paid to Phillip Morris (Drongonia) Limited, and $31m was paid to British American Tobacco's Drongonian arm, with the remaining ~$14m being paid to Imperial Brands. The combined revenue of the three parent companies was over $106.25bn USD.

The three companies all have manufacturing plants in Drongonia which provide most of the domestic supply of cigarettes and vaping products, as well as exports to New Zealand, Australia and Great Pacific Switzerland. In an industry-sponsored whitepaper published in 2020, it was estimated that 89% of New Zealand's cigarettes are produced in Drongonia, as well as 75% of Australia's. In total, the three companies employ just over 4,000 Drongonians.

CEO of Phillip Morris Drongonia, Trent Ryder, said in a statement that "the subsidies, which are vital in the face of growing labour and component costs, are being cut for purely political reasons.". British American Tobacco's Head of Operations for Oceania told TVDG that "cutting these [subisidies] massively endangers Drongonian jobs". TVDG reached out to Imperial Brands for comment but did not receive a response.

The subsidies will be paid out for the last time this June, with this years' bill expected to top $85m. The subsidies have been approved by subsequent Governments on a ten-year basis since their inception in 1963. In 2013, the previous Labour government ordered what it called a 'comprehensive cost-benefit analysis' from the Ministry of Economic Development before it approved the renewal of the subsidies later that year. The Ministry did not release the findings of the analysis to the public.

Minister of Economic Development, Molly Caulfield, told National Radio yesterday that "the subsidies just don't make financial sense anymore" and that "Ministry data is telling us that for every dollar we spend on subsidies, about $2.20 is spent on healthcare for those affected by smoking."

by **Ostaja** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 1:27 pm

The Ostaji Herald

Rural Weatherization Act Fails, Parties Posture Ahead of Election Season

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Osto, Lessovik - With the final legislative session for the current Senate set to end next Friday, the Federal Union Party have been handed their first major defeat as the largest party in the Senate. Following weeks of debate and little signs of breakthrough, the Senate rejected Chancellor Ryan’s proposed Rural Weatherization Act (RWA) by a razor thin margin, 48-49, and signals the end of the political honeymoon phase of the centrist coalition government.

The proposal was drafted following a particularly bruising winter in the north and several deadly blizzards. The major provisions of the bill included increased funding for roadways, new electric rail lines to reach the most rural areas, and a pilot program for federally-subsidized solar battery installations for individual homes to reduce reliance on the wider electrical grid.

Many FUP aides point to their coalition partner Sovereignty’s nearly unified refusal to support the RWA for its defeat. Vice Chancellor of the Treasury Ashlyn Tyler (Sov) took to the Senate floor before the vote to criticize the measure, citing the increased tax burden levied since the beginning of the legislative session.

“I was elected to represent the citizens of Ostaja, and the citizens of Ostaja did not fight for independence from a distant power just to be overly taxed by a local one,” she concluded.

Although not party leader, nearly all of Sovereignty followed her lead. In the final 48-49 vote, only one Sov senator, Aleczander van der Brand, vice Chancellor of Defense and party leader, voted in favor of the measure. There have been rumors surrounding the future of van der Brand within his party, and many see Tyler as the de facto leader as the party prepares for the election season to begin next week.

The Green Party also had some party drama following the vote. Despite the inclusion of Green priorities such as the pilot energy program, party leader Cody Stewart tried to whip support against the bill in what many see to be pre-election posturing for a better deal. He was nearly unsuccessful, with four senators breaking voting in favor.

One of those senators, Nicholas Boyd, explained his reasoning to support the RWA in an interview following the vote. “I know this measure wasn’t everything my party wanted, but it was a good start. At the end of the day, something is a lot better than nothing.”

For Chancellor Abigail Ryan, the defeat was expected and intentional. She personally participated in the negotiations for the bill following visits to the afflicted regions and felt strongly that the measure needed to come to a vote sooner than later to demonstrate to the public where senators stood.

“In debating with my colleagues this week, I have heard a lot of talk that amounts to nothing more than political sound bites for campaign ads. It is fitting, then, that we go forward with this vote today to demonstrate to the Ostaji people who is in favor of improving our great nation, and who is in favor of posturing without purpose,” she declared from the Senate floor.

The RWA vote demonstrates how each of the major parties have stepped up their pre-campaign rhetoric ahead of the April 14th, which marks the ending of the current legislative session and beginning of the campaign season for the June 1st elections. The season will likely see upheavals in the young political system following the results of the Presidential Senatorial Redistricting Commission, which was authorized by the Senate to fulfill the recently passed Constitutional Amendment requiring more representation in the Senate. The results, which increases the number of Senate seats from 97 to 361 for the next elections, means that all parties have a chance to make major gains in the federal chamber.

While the Senate has not closed for the spring, there will be few other opportunities for partisan theatrics for the remainder of the term. The last major items up for a vote include approving the PSRC’s report and changes to the Senate and a requisition bill for several new warships as a part of the Department of Defense’s plans to expand the Ostaji navy. Both measures have the governing party’s support and are expected to pass.

by **Golyna** » Mon Apr 10, 2023 5:57 am

Golyna Federal News Network

GAsA To Launch First Golynan Into Space

Danforth Space Center, Southerly

The Golynan Aerospace Agency(GAsA) has announced the start of the first manned mission to space, Callahan 1. This mission will have a crew of one, David Cornell, who is set to become the first Golynan to enter space. He has passed the preflight medical exam, meaning that unless anything comes up, he will begin orbiting the planet in less than three days. The planned flight is set to complete over two dozen orbits before deorbiting, with the current plan calling for the capsule to land in the water, 170 miles off the coast of Callahan. "Many things are running through my mind right now" said Cornell in a press conference before departing for Danforth Space Center. "But the most important thing is the mission. How can I do my part in this mission? I try not to think about what could go wrong because to be honest, there is very little I can do to stop it. It's quite a lot to think about." Followup missions are unknown at the time, but the possibility of an international space station has been brought up multiple times in interviews with both Cornell and the scientists working on the Callahan 1.

Live countdown and launch of Callahan 1 available here!
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