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United British Kingdom Parliament Healthcare and Educational Funding for Sápmi Communities Act Preamble: Recognizing the historical and cultural significance of the Sámi people within the United British Kingdom, and the need to ensure their access to quality healthcare and education while preserving their unique customs and traditions, this legislation aims to provide sustained funding over a period of 10 years to support healthcare services and educational institutions serving Sápmi communities. Section 1: Healthcare Funding 1.1. The United British Kingdom government shall allocate a total of £2 million annually to improve healthcare services in regions inhabited by Sápmi communities. 1.2. The allocated funds shall be utilized for the maintenance, modernization, and enhancement of hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities located within Sápmi regions, with a focus on addressing the specific healthcare needs of the Sámi population. 1.3. Additionally, a portion of the funds shall be allocated for initiatives aimed at promoting preventive healthcare measures, including outreach programs, health education campaigns, and community wellness initiatives tailored to the cultural preferences and sensitivities of the Sámi people. Section 2: Educational Funding 2.1. The United British Kingdom government shall allocate a total of £4 million annually to support educational institutions catering to Sápmi students, including schools, colleges, and cultural centers. 2.2. The allocated funds shall be utilized for the development and implementation of educational programs that incorporate Sámi language, culture, and traditions into the curriculum, ensuring the preservation and transmission of Sámi heritage within the educational system. 2.3. Additionally, a portion of the funds shall be allocated for the recruitment and training of teachers and educational staff proficient in Sámi language and culture, as well as for the provision of resources and materials necessary to support culturally relevant teaching and learning experiences for Sámi students. Section 3: Implementation and Oversight 3.1. The Department of Health and the Department of Education shall jointly oversee the implementation of this legislation and ensure the effective utilization of allocated funds for the benefit of Sápmi communities. 3.2. Annual reports shall be submitted to Parliament by the respective departments, detailing the utilization of funds and the progress made in improving healthcare services and educational outcomes for Sámi individuals and communities. Section 4: Duration 4.1. This legislation shall remain in effect for a period of 10 years from the date of enactment, during which the allocated funding shall be disbursed annually as stipulated herein. Section 5: Funding Source 5.1. The funds required for the implementation of this Act shall be appropriated from the general revenues of the United British Kingdom government, subject to budgetary considerations and available resources. TAG: Indhiya and Land of Sapmi |
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"CHINESE INTRUSION DELIBERATE, NOT ACCIDENTAL" - FOREIGN MINISTER Ujjain — In response to the recent border standoff in the Aksai Chin region, the Indian Government has issued a strong and resolute response to counter the accusations made by the Chinese government. At a press conference earlier today, the Indian Minister of External Affairs firmly refuted the denouncement by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stating, "The accusations are baseless and unfounded. Our officers have acted in strict accordance with established protocols and rules of engagement to protect India's sovereign territory." This came shortly after the news of the detainment of six Chinese soldiers was confirmed by the Indian Government. Highlighting the deliberate nature of the incident, he further emphasized, "This was not a misunderstanding but a deliberate and provocative act of intrusion repeated time and again by Chinese soldiers. Our personnel responded appropriately to prevent any encroachment on Indian soil." Addressing the demand for the release of the captured Chinese soldiers, the minister expressed that the detainment was "a necessary measure to maintain peace and stability in the region", and that India remains committed to solving the issue through diplomatic channels and are open to dialogue to de-escalate tensions. The ministry has however given no confirmation about the repatriation of the Chinese soldiers, but has informed that they are being kept in a "secure and humane manner, in accordance with international norms and conventions". Following the arrival of the National Security Advisor back from Ladakh (eastern part of Jammu & Kashmir), it has since been confirmed that a portion of the XV Chinar Corps of the Indian Army formerly posted in the Kashmir valley has since been moved to the Ladakh sector to oversee activity in the Line of Actual Control and "Chinese-occupied Kashmir" region. |
│ GOVERNMENT OF INDIA | भारत प्रशासन The Ministry of Defense of India is delighted to announce its decision to provide a substantial contribution of military equipment to the Republic of The equipment being extended by India to the Republic of Sindhdesh, on a complimentary basis, encompasses: 1. 35 T-55 Main Battle Tanks: Modernised with night-fighting equipment and new fire control systems 2. 15 BMP-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicles 3. 25 M-46 Field Guns: 130 mm 4. 18 Antonov An-32 Transport Aircraft 5. Small naval patrol vessels and boats India firmly believes that this equipment will further fortify the defense capabilities of the Republic of Sindhdesh and contribute to regional security and stability. Meanwhile, the Indian Military Academy (IMA) is also in discussion with the Sindhi Ministry of Defense for a programme to train young army cadets and officers at its campus in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, which has also trained cadets from Myanmar, Ghana, Bhutan, Nepal, Nigeria and Sri Lanka. We are confident that this gesture will deepen our bilateral ties and foster closer cooperation in various domains, including defense and security. The Ministry of Defense of India remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting bilateral and multilateral partnerships that contribute to regional security and prosperity. We look forward to further strengthening our relationship with the Republic of Sindhdesh and other regional partners through ongoing dialogue, cooperation, and joint initiatives. |
Ottoman warship challenges British claims to Cyprus Ottoman Imperial Navy warship ORN Alper sparked dramatic scenes in the eastern Mediterranean Sea this morning by passing deliberately close to British-occupied lands in Cyprus while sailing from the port of Tartus in Levant to the port of Antalya. The Ottoman vessel’s choice of route through territorial waters off Cyprus was seen as a direct challenge to Speaking on the same day of the eastern Mediterranean confrontation, His Majesty Sultan Orhan II insisted the Imperial Navy had been correct to defend freedom of navigation and underlined that the Ottoman Empire does not recognise Meanwhile, in a statement to the members of the Grand Assembly, Defence Minister Mehmet Eryilmaz stressed that the Imperial Navy “will always uphold international law and will not accept unlawful interference with innocent passage.” |
Subject: UK Recognition of Indian Sovereignty over Kashmir and Jammu The United Kingdom, through the Foreign Ministry, hereby officially recognizes Indian sovereignty over the region of Kashmir and Jammu. This recognition follows a comprehensive review of the historical and legal aspects of the Kashmir issue and aligns with the UK's commitment to upholding the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity. Prime Minister Kane Russell, along with the Foreign Secretary, Sarah Thompson, affirm the UK's support for India's territorial claims over Kashmir and Jammu. The decision underscores the importance of respecting international borders and the right of nations to govern their territories without external interference. The UK recognizes India's democratic values, commitment to human rights, and adherence to the rule of law, which are in alignment with the principles upheld by the United Kingdom. This recognition aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the UK and India and promote stability in the South Asian region. Furthermore, the United Kingdom emphasizes that it does not recognize any territorial claims made by China in the Kashmir region. The UK remains steadfast in its position to support India's sovereignty over Kashmir and Jammu. This decision reflects the UK's dedication to promoting peace, security, and prosperity in South Asia and reaffirms the importance of dialogue and diplomatic engagement in resolving regional disputes. The UK Foreign Ministry calls upon all relevant parties to respect this decision and immediately work towards peaceful solutions to outstanding issues in the region. |
A Law to amend Law No. 9 on the First Trade and Travel Partnership Framework. Insert, in Section 1:—
 Infiny [and  Central-Asia] shall recognize, implement, and enforce the GSA laws listed in section 2, and shall recognize the jurisdiction of the Common Court in adjudicating disputes relating to GSA law.Insert, in Section 3:—
Infiny [or Central-Asia], nor shall it prevent the two states from entering into diplomatic agreements of its own accord, save where such agreements conflict with this Law.
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Manuel Vidal Saraiva, the incumbent Minister of Human, Fiscal, and Natural Resources of the Brazilian Restoration and Salvation Council (BRSC), has strongly criticised the work of the Fundo de Previdência Obrigatório (FSSO; Mandatory Social Security Fund), calling it "too passive and stagnant for Brazil's good." The FSSO is Brazil's national superannuation fund, founded 7 years ago as part of the BRSC's attempt to viciously cut public spending. The spin-off relieved the BRSC of the enormous burden imposed by pensions spending, allowing it to effectively dissolve the Ministry of Social Security, and with it, save its $883 billion real budget. A similar 'trick' was tried with unemployment, leading to the agglomeration of monies spent on the Seguro Desemprego (SD) and Fundo de Garantia de Tempo de Serviço (FGTS) benefits into a standalone common fund. Quantitative reductions in contributions and payouts would help keep both mechanisms afloat. The problem, however, are the withdrawals. The average retiree - one who has contributed 15 years during the working age bracket prior to 2019 - is expected to withdraw $103.674 billion USD from the fund this year, leaving it with a net asset pool of just over $141 billion USD. Over 81% of this is sourced from the Short Life Levy, a sin tax on life-shortening substances such as tobacco, alcohol, and sodas, and employer-employee contributions. However, the onerous nature of the Levy means it will likely depreciate year-on-year, meaning something else will have to pick up the slack. Official figures show that roughly $80 billion USD, or 56.7%, of FSSO monies have been invested in shares, bonds, real estate, and other productive assets. Another 12% is held in precious metals. This means that only 68.7% of the fund is generating any income at all, causing both economists and laypeople alike to accuse the FSSO for intentionally underutilizing the nation's hard-earned money. And this seems to have been picked up by the BRSC. "FSSO investments need to be more aggressive to justify the earlier spending cuts," Minister Saraiva opined, speaking to a forum of NGOs and unions this morning. "The fund's investment income - dividends, share appreciation, interest, and rents - is barely $14 billion. Half of that would be wiped out by inflation. What's left is a paltry amount, and well, it should be evident that this is unacceptable." FSSO fund managers have said they will draw up a plan to invest the 31.3% of 'unproductive' monies, currently valued at $44.14 billion USD, in a series of variable- and fixed-income securities. However, they have not taken the Minister's remarks lying down. "While we agree that we should have used our funds to a greater extent, we will not be using our funds aggressively," said the FSSO's CEO. "We hold these monies on trust for the people, and it would be negligent to throw it into high-risk ventures." Minister Saraiva later signed a decree designating the FSSO as a fund of last resort. This bars withdrawals for the 6.8 million* with private pension coverage unless those funds become depleted - an attempt to buy the FSSO more time as it 'gets its act together'. * https://www.abrapp.org.br/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/InformacoesGerais_06_2014_Ingles.pdf |
WUZURG FRAMADAR GAANJIA SPEAKS ON KASHMIR AND CEUTA The Imperial Seal of Iran is shown for 5 seconds. Good evening to you, my fellow Iranians. I hope you have had a truly positive evening today. Children, I hope that your school day has been great as well. I am here to talk about the tensions in India and Ceuta. India is a truly great civilization that has flourished and evolved for many thousands of years, with a profound worldly influence that few other nations can match. Despite several periods of decline, the great subcontinent has shown time and time again that no matter what obstacles are thrown at them, the leap is momentous and truly remarkable. From the great Indus River to the rich Bengal delta, one square meter of India is worth the richness and beauty that not even one square meter of plundered British gold can match. India has had a rough modern history. I cannot emphasize the extreme negative influence the British have had on India, robbing the rich lands of its resources, causing famine after famine, and treating the people in a worse way to even Iran. The leadership and indeed its ignorant followers know nothing but greed. Then you have the violent Partition and eastern rebellion, forming an outsized Bangla. Yet India has prospered still after these hardships, and has flourished to become the great nation, risen from the ruins caused by the British. As much as I would like to continue to talk about the truly heinous deterioration of Britain on India, Iran, and the like, there is but one more problem India has faced. The land of Kashmir, with its mighty mountains, great meadows, and truly remarkable beauty, has been under dispute for many decades, with China claiming a portion of land known as the Aksai Chin. Iran has been neutral and peaceful for the vast majority of this dispute to others, but I, along with most of you, do not buy the Chinese claim. With the recent rise of tensions in the Aksai Chin and the capture of several Chinese soldiers, Iran has decided to recognize the true borders of Kashmir - the borders that India recognizes as Kashmir. We stand by our Indian cousins for peace and mutual support as they go through these tense times. Of course, this recognition is not an affront to China - Iran does not wish to insult China over a topic such as this. However, it must be noted that throughout history, Kashmir as India sees it has truly been part of India in its full form, from the Princely State till the present day. May the land of Kashmir be fully won by India for a unified Indian nation. However, to Iran's west, the Mediterranean Sea, another crisis has emerged. Ceuta, a so-called Crown Dependency (meaning territory) of the United Kingdom, is recently planning for a referendum that would legally make it a constiuent part of the United Kingdom rather than one of its final colonies. This attempt to justify colonial expansion in a modern society is truly disheartening - the British still don't seem to have learned their lesson, even after colonization, murder, robbery, and human rights abuses that they hypocritically condemn at in the present day. Over its history, Ceuta has been occupied by numerous European powers as part of colonial occupation from Tamazgha. Roughly a century (OOC: or however long the British have controlled Ceuta IRP) has passed since the British seizing of the port city, with severe British cultural assimilation disconnecting Ceuta from its past as Tamazghan lands. Furthermore, the British have committed to a drastic expansion to further solidify its colonial grip over Ceuta, including the building of a military-grade airfield and naval expansion. The British intend to make Ceuta a naval colony and, much like the cancer that took my dear father, spread around the Mediterranean with their ships, threatening peaceful trade among Tamazgha, Iran, and other nations. Iran will continue to support Tamazgha in their efforts to rid of the British cancer at Ceuta. Without cancer, the human may finally live a normal life. Long live the peoples of India and Tamazgha in their struggles for unity and prosperity! The screen blacks out with the flags of Iran, India, and Tamazgha in unison, before fading and turning to news.
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Development of Edinburgh for a new project The United Kingdom's Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, in partnership with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, is thrilled to announce the commencement of a groundbreaking £2 billion development project in Edinburgh, poised to redefine urban living. This ambitious initiative, set to transform the landscape between Ingliston Park and Ride and the Gogar Roundabout, will introduce 7,000 new homes into the heart of the city, fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. At the heart of our vision lies the creation of a sustainable 20-minute neighborhood, meticulously designed to ensure residents can access essential services and amenities—schools, healthcare facilities, commercial areas, and green spaces—within a short, convenient distance. This development isn't just about building homes; it's about nurturing a community that thrives on connectivity, sustainability, and wellbeing. Central to this project is the development's commitment to environmental stewardship, featuring extensive green spaces, including a central park and wildlife corridors, to promote biodiversity and offer residents a respite from urban life. The inclusion of robust public transport links, including a new tram stop, underscores our dedication to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing the city's overall sustainability. The economic implications of this project are profound. We anticipate the creation of thousands of jobs throughout the construction phase and beyond, contributing significantly to the local and national economy. The influx of new residents and businesses is expected to stimulate GDP growth, while the emphasis on green and sustainable infrastructure is expected to set a benchmark for future developments. Our timeline is ambitious yet achievable. Following a year of extensive local consultations, the first phase of homes and amenities is slated for occupancy by early 2026. This project represents a monumental step towards our shared vision for a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future. We are committed to ensuring this development not only meets but exceeds the expectations of future residents and the wider community. Through innovative planning, thoughtful design, and a genuine commitment to sustainability and community well-being, we are poised to deliver a transformative new neighborhood for Edinburgh that will stand as a beacon of modern urban living for generations to come. ooc: Estimated timeline: 2 RP years (104 RL days) |
The Commonwealth’s Column, Television CH59.1 Federal Government Announces Unconditional Support of the United Kingdom Given the tension between |
~~ 中国中央电视台 - China Central Television ~~ Breaking News: Skirmishes in the Aksai Chin region Aksai Chin — Towards the end of the day, a patrol of Chinese soldiers was doing its usual round when they noticed the unthinkable: An Indian encampment. By the looks of it, the Indians must've set it up during the light of day. The problem is that the camp was more than a mile northeast of the Line of Actual Control (LAC). In other words, the Indians had setup their camp in Chinese territory. The Chinese patrol quickly returned back to their established camp to bring reinforcements. In less than an hour, the Defense Ministry in Beijing was aware of the delicate situation in Aksai Chin. Past dusk, a bigger Chinese patrol - composed of around 50 soldiers - journeyed towards the illegal Indian encampment. When they arrived, the leading officer of the patrol approached the Indian soldiers. From the distance, he yelled "Indian soldiers, this is a Chinese patrol. Your encampment is in Chinese lands, you must leave now." The Indians paid no attention. The Chinese patrol came closer and closer to the encampment to the point where they were only a few feet away. An Indian officer walked towards the Chinese officer until they were face to face. The officer spoke again, "You are two and a half kilometers from the LAC. You and your men must leave back to Indian-controlled territory." The Indian officer scoffed and replied, "all of this land is ours, it's Indian. It is you who must leave now." The Chinese officer countered, "The Line of Actual Control was established in 1962 to reestablish peace in this land. Your encampment is in Chinese territory and must be removed at once." The two men continued to argue until two Indian soldiers shoved two Chinese soldiers back. At that point, the Chinese soldiers began to push the Indians back in return, and them responded in kind. Eventually an Indian soldier fired his gun at a Chinese soldier - silence once again ruled in that land. The Chinese soldier fell back and gasped for air, faster and faster. Everyone watched as the man's life left his eyes in a matter of seconds. The two group of soldiers drew their weapons, shouting once more reigned over the uneasy silence. A Chinese soldier fired his weapon, lethally injuring his Indian counterpart. As chaos ensued, both groups took defensive positions and the firefight intensified. Three hours since the first man had fallen, a total of 5 Indian soldiers and 7 Chinese soldiers had lost their lives in the skirmish. The Indian group retreated past the LAC and the Chinese patrol moved back half a mile away from the scene. That uneasy silence reigned once more in Aksai Chin, but this time it was different. |
Additional details firmed up as part of the ABA Key officials and junior ministers from the European council- met in Minister for Mining and Natural Resources, Mr Devondo Alweendo in Pretoria this week to agree details around the Atlantic Battery Alliance. A day of in-person discussions following months of preparation by officials with tours of the proposed Recycling Plant in Roodeplaat (Pretoria) . The following mines have been selected to be developed to roughly double output within the next three years:
A new Cobalt mine in Opuwo in Namibia, which will aim to be one of the cleanest and most efficient in the world, with a new freight only railway to link to the wider network. This is planned to take 5 years to full output. New / improved facilities as follows, to take around 4 years to complete fully:
The ministers were then taken on a day of Safari with a night of 4* accommodation in the Limpopo Game Reserve. Mr Devondo Alweendo said "This is a win, win, win. It gives our European partners and their manufacturers access to the raw materials and processing whilst avoiding the Announcements from the ABA will be forthcoming, with economic benefits expected in European Council nations and availability of batteries for EV and other energy storage and the UZA through increased employment and exports. More information: Atlantic Battery Alliance  Electric battery solutions are essential to delivering the transition to clean energies to combat climate change and improve local air quality. Recent trade barriers put up by the worlds' largest trade bloc undermine these efforts. To secure supply, jobs, and value added profit centres, we need to create more efficient and regional supply chains through 'near-shoring'. To achieve this the nations of the European council- and the Union of Zuid Afrika establish the Atlantic Battery Alliance (ABA). European research and development and car and energy storage manufacturing are world beating, but lacks co-ordination. In parallel, all of the key ingredients required in modern batteries; cobalt, lithium, nickel and manganese are available in vast quantities within the UZA, as well as competitively priced labour force. Investment plan The ABA will establish a 'full cycle' for electric batteries aimed at electric vehicles, energy storage and high performance applications.
Facilities within the UZA will be owned by their investor. A 'bond' in gold and precious metals will be kept by the UZA to secure against future political changes made of a percentage of the external investment, which will reduce as profit is realized. Mining improvements and initial manufacturing are expected over the next 2-5 years, with specific announcements to follow. Battery production - full lifecycle plan Detailed plan - March 01 2024 The following mines have been selected to be developed to roughly double output within the next three years:
A new Cobalt mine in Opuwo in Namibia, which will aim to be one of the cleanest and most efficient in the world, with a new freight only railway to link to the wider network. This is planned to take 5 years to full output. New / improved facilities as follows, to take around 4 years to complete fully:
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Al-Madinah Executive Office || Official Response to Adwilaur Joint reply from Muhammad Abu Bakr Siddiq and Sa'eed Ahmed We are very pleased that we're able to improve relations with the Socialist Republic of Adwilaur, and we're very thankful that the Adwilaur Administration have allowed the construction of an I.S.A embassy. We can safely assure you that our products have strict ethical guidelines and of a high quality, furthermore we can confirm that our worker's guidelines and regulations are up to date and ethical. I hope we can further discuss the topic of Trade; We are delighted that Adwilaur accept our investments, our goal is to invest/donate to these organizations, we are fine with donating to charities and Adwilaurian people who are maintaining and building such institutes, it us understandable that you not let a foreign country start to build institutes immediately out of the blue. Thank you for your response, and approving of embassy, and inventing, I.S.A looks forward to better relations and development, Signatures: Muhammad Abu Bakr Siddiq, Sa'eed Ahmed |
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│ GOVERNMENT OF INDIA | भारत प्रशासन New overseas naval base The Ministry of Defense is proud to announce that India has commissioned a new overseas naval support base near the city of Pemba on the Swahili Coast in The heavily fortified base will be 0.5 square kilometres (0.2 sq mi) in size and staffed by approximately 1,000-2,000 navy personnel, having an underground space of 23,000 square meters. The base will also have a 400m runway with an air traffic control tower, as well as a large helicopter apron. For construction and exterior maintenance work will, teams will be hired from among the local population, along with the provision of other employment opportunities for locals. Equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and advanced naval assets, the base will play a crucial role in safeguarding India's national interests, ensuring maritime security, and fostering regional cooperation. The Government of India thanks the Government of |
Dearest friends of India, I, along with the people of Iran, am appalled by the aggression of Chinese troops in the Aksai Chin. We mourn the tragic loss of the 5 brave Indian soldiers in their defense of Indian territory. The Kashmir conflict has become more heightened, with China clearly showcasing their aggression on these brave lions of India. Iran stands by in our support of the unity and prosperity of the great nation of India. Sincerely, Behdis Gaanjia, Wuzurg Framadar of the Empire of Iran |
=-= REFERENDUM ON ELECTORAL CHANGES PASSES! =-= What's happening? A nation-wide referendum was recently held within Adwilaur to vote on proposed electoral, constitutional changes. This referendum has now concluded, and the votes have been counted. The results, only counting those who voted, are as follows: YES - 68.3% This means that the referendum passed with a healthy majority. Now, the Government of Adwilaur will begin implementing the proposed changes. It will certainly be a gradual change, with a focus on implementing the new Presidential System first, alongside the removal of the APAC. Then, at a later date, the Federalisation process and the election of new Judges will take place. |
MISSION REPORT - SHAHAN SPACE PROGRAM 23 Spandarmad, AY 1393 OBJECTIVE To send 2 Zafar-2 satellites to various GSO orbits around the Earth. These satellites, with great resolution, will serve to help enhance Iranian security throughout the world, as well as expand operations in the burgeoning telecommunications industry. WEATHER CONDITIONS From Semnan Space Center, the weather is perfectly sunny, with small cirrus clouds. Not expected to obscure sight for the duration of the time the rocket is in Earth's troposphere. ROCKET - The Safir-2 rocket, a domestically-made two-stage rocket already capable of sending objects into LEO. The rocket will come attached with the Saman-1 Rocket Stage in order to boost the payload into GSO orbit. THE PAYLOAD - 2x Zafar 2 satellites, capable of taking 15 cm resolution photos from orbit. Total weight: 8,000 kg Note that the prior number of satellites planned for orbit, 5, was reduced to 2 due to weight concerns. THE TIMELINE T-minus 18:00:00 - Flight readiness review finishes, further checks and calibration happens. T-minus 12:30:00 - Engine chill begins to happen in preparation for the launch. T-minus 10:00:00 - The rocket fuel (RP-1 hydrocarbon fuel) and LOX is beginning to be siphoned into the rocket. First flight checks and calibration happen. T-minus 6:21:38 - Second calibration happens. T-minus 2:01:54 - Third calibration happens, excess LOX begins to be gassed out. T-minus 15:43 - Fourth flight checks finish, all systems nominal. T-minus 5:00 - Final flight checks finish, all systems are nominal. The computer begins to take control of launch protocol. T-plus 0:00 - The engines ignite, the grabbers release the ship, the rocket begins liftoff. T-plus 1:17 - Max-Q is achieved, largest amount of stress on the rocket during its flight path. T-plus 2:40 - First stage cut-off, successful separation of the first and second stages achieved. Second-stage engine ignition confirmed. T-plus 3:23 - Fairing separating confirmed, all systems nominal. T-plus 16:25 - Second engine cut-off confirmed, the beginnings of a nearly 30-minute coast begins. T-plus 45:00 - Second engine final burn begins. T-plus 46:12 - Second engine cut-off confirmed, stage separation confirmed. Saman-1 Stage begins burn to GSO. T-plus 54:50 - Saman-1 stage cut-off confirmed, the beginnings of an hour-long coast begins. T-plus 2:01:12 - Saman-1 stage engine burn begins to a GSO orbit. T-plus 2:19:51 - Saman-1 stage engine cutoff, satellites detach from stage. Mini stabilizers create course corrections that will result in both satellites moving to their designated locations - One to observe Arabia, Iran, CAU, the Levent, Anatolia, and Cyprus, and the other observing the Mediterranean Sea. The satellites will be calibrated and open for service throughout a period of approximately 2 weeks. POST-LAUNCH SPEECH Director of the Iranian Aerospace Agency, Ata Desai, announced the successful Shahan Mission. "Iran's first GSO satellites have been put into orbit, a monumental task! Iran continues to lead the Middle East in innovative space technologies and space capabilities. I give my thanks to the scientists, technicians, and other talented people in their construction of the Saman-1 stage and successful launch of the Safir-2 rocket. Iran's security is enhanced, for the greater benefit of peace and stability!" |
CORREIO BRAZILIENSE Emília Pacheco Paschoal Social democrat parties Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT), Partido Democrático Trabalhista (PDT), Partido Socialista Brasileiro (PSB), and Partido Popular Socialista (PPS) have called on voters to protest against theo-conservative rhetoric on the night before election day. The protest would involve staging massive sit-ins outside polling stations to show resistance against the rising tide of political extremism. These would be accompanied by the chanting of slogans, raising of flags and banners, and a leaflet and poster campaign. "There are many of us who reject right-wing intolerance," PSB's newspaper wrote. "The silent majority in Brazil needs to know that they are not alone in their repulsion for such antiquated beliefs." "PSB has agreed to form a coalition with PPS, PDT, and PT to create a better and more inclusive Brazil. This is a Brazil where women will be free to exercise their reproductive rights, where the state remains separate from the church, and where the ideology of one group will not be forcibly imposed on the whole." The Congressional elections - Brazil's first since the Brazilian Restoration and Salvation Council (BRSC) rose to power - will take place in six months' time. 34 political parties are contesting 100 seats on the Brazilian People's Congress (BPC). The remaining 200 seats are returned from functional constituencies or appointed by the BRSC. The truncating of the electorate is meant to represent the interests of the country's three key stakeholders, those being the people, market entities, and government. Political warfare has become the norm over social media and on the streets as parties sling filth at one another. In Recife, police were called to break up a fistfight after members of the Partido Socialista dos Trabalhadores Unificado (PSTU), a Trotskyist party, attempted to disrupt a bill posting campaign by the Marxist-Leninist Partido Comunista Brasileiro (PCB). Candidates from the center-right Podemos (PODE) and humanist party Solidariedade were doxxed. And several rallies in Rio de Janeiro had to be called off after anonymous callers made terroristic threats. |
Somby the Dogsledder Ánte Somby held his daughter's hand in silence as he stared out the little window. He could not see the thermometer outside it because of the thick frost covering, but he knew that tonight would be bitterly cold. It had finally stopped snowing, but the clouds had not moved and it was almost totally dark outside, except for a tiny sliver of yellow lingering on the western horizon. A thin mist, which would be a thick ice fog by morning, was already forming in the quiet air. The child's breathing was ragged and strained. Ánte glanced at the clock. It was 16:29, and the sun would have set by now. Just before sunset, his wife had nearly dropped dead from exhaustion, so he had sent her away to bed; now it was his turn to watch, his turn to wait. He would wait with Greta all night, if he had to. Ánte had been steadily losing hope all day, as the helicopters had not come and there had been no sign of his brother. He had checked in with Pedersen many times, before the man went to bed early, but the last information that had yielded was that the helicopters had not taken off yet from Anár, Áltá, Ohcejohka, or Kárášjohka. Ánte looked down at his daughter's face, at her dark hair, at her pale skin flushed red. He squeezed her hand gently as she coughed, struggling for breath. It went on and on, the coughing, sometimes for up to a minute at a time. Sometimes there was blood. When a reprieve came, Greta whimpered. Ánte tucked her into the little bed gently, and ran a hand over her head, which was damp with sweat. He felt tears forming in the corners of his eyes as he looked back out the window. Then they ran over the whole surface of each eye, blurring his vision. Then, through the blurring, he thought he almost could see a faint little light, flickering, away out in the night. It was almost as if he was seeing his daughter's breath-soul, escaping her physical body as she died. Ánte drew his hand over both his eyes, took a deep breath, and blinked a few times. Then he looked out the window. There was a little light out there. Someone must be coming, he thought, with something; perhaps one of the little old women of Váljohka with a few kind words and some minor healing wisdom. Ánte's phone buzzed in his pocket. He jumped, opened the phone, and greeted the caller in a business-like way, though he spoke with a hushed voice to let his daughter sleep. "Ánte, Ánte," a voice was saying. His brother's voice, Lejo Somby's voice. Tension almost overcame Ánte. "Yes?" he said. "Have the helicopters come yet?" "Not yet, no," said Ánte. He would have heard one if it had come. "Call the doctor," instructed Lejo. "That man visiting from Ohcejohka. Call him now. I'm close." He hung up the phone. Ánte felt relief wash over him like a wave of warm water. Pumping his fist in the air, but suppressing exclamations of joy, he dialed the doctor, who had given him his contact information in case he could be of any help to Greta. Lejo arrived at his brother's house before the doctor did. He had explained himself, picked up Greta's antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor, and without even calling (as it would have delayed him, if only slightly) he had returned home as quickly as possible. And so, his face red with cold and his eyelashes covered in frost, he stamped inside before slamming a brick-sized package down on the table. "I have it, Ánte!" he said. "It's right here!" He thumped the package triumphantly. Ánte shouted and rushed over, grabbing his frozen older brother in the tightest hug of his life. Then he ran to the bedroom to awaken his wife. There was a knock on the door. Lejo opened it. There was the doctor, who had been having dinner with his family. "You have the medicine?" he asked. Lejo nodded. "Come inside," he said. As the little girl's parents and uncle watched, the doctor gently awoke her, gave her the antibiotics, instructed her parents how to use them over the next few days, and then left after accepting thanks. Lejo followed him out the door, but Ánte ran after him as his wife held onto Greta. "I don't even–" he began. Lejo held up a hand. "Don't," he said. "What's that sound?" they both fell silent and listened. They heard the rumbling sound of a helicopter in the distant sky. |
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