[Shuell]

National Shuellian Broadcasting Network

05.16

Shuellian Seed Vault Destroyed

The Agri-Grow Corporation has successfully lobbied the dismantling of the Shuellian Seed Vault last Wednesday. Arguing that the collection of seeds represented a contamination risk and could threaten its own genetically modified line of seeds, aggressive marketing and lobbying via the Department of Corporate Interests has convinced the Shuellian government into dismantling the seed vault project. Agri-Grow is used in over half of all Shuellian agriculture, and contamination of even a single strain could devastate food and crop production.

Mass Death of Animals Investigated

State biologists on behalf of the Department of Health are attempting to determine the circumstances behind the death of an estimated 500 birds in the Emfields last week. Authorities have revealed that all birds appeared to have suffered near-spontaneous blood clots, falling suddenly on a 10-mile stretch of highway and damaging vehicles. This comes just four days after a similar event taking place in the Sudregion, where the mass death of over 5,000 fish in the Honig River took place.

AD14 Numbers Drop, Vaccine Revealed

Due to the competence of the Department of Health and various Security departments, the number of those infected by the adenovirus has dropped severely in the last month, with the quarantine of the Zentralregion having proven effective in containing the spread of the disease. Precautions taken by the Internal States Emergency Command have ensured that hazard-soldiers are at little risk of infection, and it is believed that the doors of high-risk areas will be unwelded as soon as possible. An updated vaccine has been created by Cardea Pharmaceuticals, which will be distributed shortly - those wishing for it earlier have the chance to pay for premium delivery, guaranteed to arrive in 2 days or less. The incineration of infected bodies is expected to be completed soon. ISEC's "Cool Crow", a major success in maintaining morale, will likely be acquired by the Department of Patriotism after the end of this crisis.

Sailbetter Reveals Ultra-Synth Energy Soda

Sailbetter Foods has released a second drink to the populace in the last three weeks, following the Amazing-Delight 14™️ commemorative soda (sold in markets for a limited time only.) Made from Sailbetter's own high-fructose synthetic syrup and with extra preservatives and caffeine added, the corporation brags that the soda would be able to survive a nuclear explosion. The soda is known for having a unique taste, being made out of HFSS and carbonated water, and many have stated that it is Sailbetter's best drink yet. Upcoming External Security MREs will have Ultra-Synth included according to a military liaison, though this variant (packed with extra stimulants for performance) will not be available to the general population.

Volunteer Program Created
With tensions increasing in the country of Xiomera due to insurgents and rioters taking part in a guerrilla against the Provisional Government, the Department of International Affairs has given approval to a proposed volunteer program, similar to the aid work done in the backwater nation of Lauchenoiria, which was destroyed in a civil war taking place over a year ago. As the Incorporated States has not yet fully supported either side of the conflict, it has been decided that citizens would be able to assist both the Provisional Government and Prince-in-Exile in whatever means necessary. Standard Security Services has stated that they may decide to involve themselves as well, though they are currently in negotiation with the DoIA. Citizens must be screened prior to volunteering, and any sign of subversive behavior will result in denial as a result of Peter Bloch's failed desertion.

Shuell will endure.