Invasive Aliens Cost

Leading Core World planetologists warn of invasive alien species in most planets' ecosystems, with damage of 12 quadrillion credits a year.

Original Story: Urgent call on EU to stop billion-euro 'alien invasion'

Trapped Miners Reached

Borehole reaches trapped Apatros miners, who responded with a muffled cheer followed by a game of sabaac using new chips sent down the hole.

Original Story: 2nd bore hole reaches 33 trapped in Chile mine

Holotoonist Hides

The holotoonist behind "Draw Darth Andeddu Day" goes into hiding amongst increasing death threats. The holotoonist from Byblos called off...

Original Story: US cartoonist goes into hiding after threat from Islamic extremists

Smashers to be Billed

Planners for the "Sith Holocron Smashing Day" to be billed 180,000 credits for security preparations that were not needed.

Original Story: City plans to bill pastor for security around planned Quran burning

Storm Kah'rel Upgraded

Galactic Storm Kah'rel upgraded to major navigational hazard, while navigologists express concern that nearby planets may be affected.

Original Story: Karl upgraded to Category 1 hurricane

Uniforms for Sports Reporters?

Sports reporters across the Republic to consider wearing uniforms to prevent harassment in locker-room interviews.

Original Story: NFL: Be respectful to women reporters

Bel Officials Sued

Bel government officials to be sued by Republic after last month's revelations that they were lining their pockets in salary and benefits.

Original Story: Atty. Gen. Jerry Brown sues eight top Bell officials

Minor Storm Strikes Hyperlanes

Minor Galactic Storm designated "Kah'rel" strikes hyperlanes off Iego. Critics propose news services sensationalize minor storms...

Original Story: Tropical storm Karl hits Mexico's Yucatan

Senate Investigates Mygeeto Safety

Mygeeto explosion survivors to get therapy, as the Senate investigates safety lapses in infrastructure design and repair.

Original Story: In wake of San Bruno explosion, Obama administration proposes more pipeline oversight

Tecave Defends Safety Record

Tony Tecave: Corporate Sector has excellent safety record, despite accident on Glee Anselm. Tecave testified before the Senate today...

Original Story: Hayward Defends BP’s Safety Record