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March 2012
March 21st, 2012: Pregnancy announcement in the Kingdom of Cleveland MIDDLESBROUGH, Kingdom of Cleveland - The government of Cleveland and the Royal House of Percy were happy to announce today that Queen Zara is now expecting a baby girl. She is due to give birth in late July 2012. So far, the pregnancy is progressing normally and there are no signs of any malformations of the baby.

March 20th, 2012: Gunagxi defeats organized bandit armies: HECHI, Guangxi - Macaunese representatives within Guangxi report that the Guangxinese army has secured the area around Nanning after a five day struggle against a union of bandits and terrorists who loosely control the unoccupied areas of Guangxi. The military will now focus on bringing down the bandit strongholds of Chongzuo and Yulin. They hope to control these important centres by the middle of April and seize the ports of Beihai and Fangchenggang by the end of June. If these plans are successful then Guangxi will finally hold some level of control over the entire province on which they originated from.

March 18th, 2012: Death of a King NUKU'ALOFA, Tonga - Today King George Tupou V of Tonga, the principle architect of the new League of Nations, passed away at a hospital in the Australian city of Brisbane, from leukemia which he had been fighting for the last six months. As he lacked a legitimate heir, his brother, Ahoʻeitu ʻUnuakiʻotonga Tukuʻaho, has risen to the throne, taking the regal name of Tupou VI.

March 17th, 2012: Indo-Siberian Treaty of Friendship:  BOMBAY, UIP - Today is a historic day for the USSR and the UIP as the Indo-Siberian Treaty of Friendship was signed between the two nations. The two nations will now support each other in their quest to re-assimalate breakaway states and will increase trade with each other. Siberia will also aid the UIP in its efforts in India.

Both nations see this as a historic day and hope to continue to better their relations with each other to hopefully restore the level they were at before the events of Doomsday. The UIP also announced support for the Siberian campaign into China, stating that "the Siberians are helping to bring peace and order to a war stricken land."

March 16th, 2012: Gunagxi Announces "Drive to the Sea": HECHI, Guangxi - Macaunese representatives within Guangxi report that the Guangxinese government, after over a week of deliberation on the situation in Northern China, have decided to move forward the "Drive to the Sea", where Guangxi was to scout and establish a viable port in the South China Sea to communicate and trade internationally without Macaunese help. Evidence of this was large portions of the Guangxi military moving south.

Skirmishes have been reported in areas south of Nanning's ruins as the Guangxi military bears down on the armed bandits and terrorists that populate the areas between Guangxi and the coast. Guangxi also publicly condemned the attack on Imperial China, stating, "These communists never learn, their warmongering led us to the brink of total annihilation less than three decades ago. However, in this new world, where we can right the wrongs of the past, they are still living in the past."

March 13th, 2012: Forces from the Socialist Union start Operation Mars:  SOVETSKAYA GAVAN, USSR- WCRB reports have been informed by the Socialist Union that the ground attack against Imperial China, named Operation Mars, had commenced today in the early morning hours, with spearheads heading both from Manchuria and Primorskaya Territory. Initial reports indicate that they have reached the loose border of Imperial China. Bombardment of tactical military targets is also still ongoing.

March 7th, 2012: Colombian occupation continues:  CHEPO, East District of Panama: Today, Colombian troops have negotiated the legalisation of one of the largest guerilla groups to have negotiated yet, the Colón People's Army, based in Chillboro. In response to increased Colombian control over the East District, the claimed governor of Panama territory has temporarily moved to the entirely Colombian-held Chepo as the "provisional capital of the East District of Panama".

March 7th, 2012: The PRC and Jiangsu sign historic treaty:  TAIYUAN, PRC- Today the People's Republic of China and the People's Republic of Jiangsu held a conference in the PRC's capital, where they signed a trade agreement, as well as formalized the PRC's recognition of Jiangsu. At the conference they also discussed the current situation in China, with the PRC's leader condemning Siberian plans to invade Imperial China, stating that they were invading the PRC's lawfully claimed territory. Jiangsu's leadership refused to give a formal statement on the matter and stated that the conflict was not the country's concern.

March 7th, 2012: Forces from the Socialist Union start tactical bombardment of Imperial military installations:  SOVETSKAYA GAVAN, USSR- WCRB sources inside the USSR's military have reported that tactical bombardment has commenced of targets within Imperial China, so as to open the way for ground troops to begin their campaign as quickly and efficiently as possible. Sources also claim that leaflets were dropped onto cities as well in Han Chinese, denouncing their government and urging their population to revolt against the government.

As of yet, troops are still amassing on the Siberian border and the date of the beginning of the ground attack remains unknown.

March 6th, 2012: Siberian train destroyed in bombings; The USSR mobilizes its troops: KAVALEROVO, USSR: Today, at 12:07 pm, on the railroad connecting Korea and Siberia, an explosion from an explosive device destroyed a train heading towards Korea, killing 137 people. The Socialist Union has condemned the attack, with Aman Tuleyev arriving in Kavalerovo, the capital of the Primorskaya Territory, to hold a speech.

He stated that this was a direct attack on the country from Imperial China, stating that several of the captured conspirators were either from the country or sympathizers of the monarchy. He also stated that the USSR had had enough of having an openly belligerent neighboring country and that he had ordered the mobilization of troops stationed in the Territory and in the Republic of Manchuria. He also said that bombing runs would begin first, to weaken the enemy, but that unlike their enemies, they would only target known military installations.

March 2nd, 2012: More Purchases, New Factory:  BOMBAY, UIP: After another round of discussions with the USSR, the UIP has managed to swing another deal to buy 15 more Su-35s from them, as well as increase trade deals.

President Singh was also present today at the opening of a new factory in the western city of Ahmedabad. He gave a speech, saying that it "signaled the growing economic and industrial strength of the Union." The new factory will help to process coal.

March 1st, 2012: LoN committee in Haiti dissolved:  PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti: Today, after more than two years of the League of Nations supervising relief and recovery efforts in Haiti, the committee it established was dissolved, leaving the Haitian government in full control over the still incoming help. This has been met with excitement in Haiti as it had been extremely unpopular, both with the people and the government of the country.

February 2012
February 20th, 2012: The PRC formally recognizes the People's Kingdom of Jiangsu: TAIYUAN, PRC: After more than 28 years, the PRC has announced a formal recognition of the government of Jiangsu, the first and only government to be recognized in all of China. This came after an especially troublesome winter and a realization that trade with the outside world was a necessity. The PRC leadership also extended an invitation to the King of Jiangsu to come to the nation's capital to formalize a treaty between them.

February 20th, 2012: Suspected raiders attack Taneytown: TANEYTOWN, Gettysburg: Suspected raiders operating out of unknown locations attacked Taneytown, South Gettysburg. Although no deaths were reported, the Taneytown Police Department reported that at two policemen and at least six civilians were injured in the attack. President William Troxell has ordered a formal investigation into the attack.

February 19th, 2012: Referendum Conducted in Manchuria and Uyghuristan: KRASNOYARSK, USSR: Today, a referendum was held in both Uyghuristan and Manchuria regarding a proposal to merge the two into the Chinese Federative Socialist Republic. The idea had been in the works since Manchuria became a republic, due to the Chinese forming a sizeable minority in the country. Unsurprisingly, Uyghuristan rejected the offer by a wide margin, as 87% there voted no. What does surprise analysts, however, is that 52% also voted against this in Manchuria, even though it was thought that it was assumed the Chinese lobby would win.

February 18th 2012: Offical announcement of the death of PM Mallon of Cleveland MIDDLESBROUGH, Cleveland: Queen Zara and the government of the Kingdom of Cleveland are saddened to report that at 1.20am this morning, PM Mallon passed peacefully away in his sleep, it is suspected that he suffered a massive heart attack. DPM Jason McCartney has been to visit the Queen to offically ask permission to form a new government with himself as the new PM. The first acts of the new PM was to declare three days of offical mourning and also to announce a new general election to be held on the 22nd June 2012.

February 17th 2012: PM Mallon has suffered another, more serious heart attack MIDDLESBROUGH, Cleveland: PM Mallon has suffered another more serious heart attack at approximately 2.30pm, he has slipped into a coma, however his condition is being described by doctors at James Cook Hospital as stable.

February 17th, 2012: Harsh winter in China: TAIYUAN, PRC: Sources close to the People's Republic of China have reported that freezing temperatures and bad weather have increased troubles for the rump state, as many people have frozen to death, while others are starving due to the almost exhausted food supply. There has also been talk that the state is increasingly warming up to the idea of recognizing the government of Jiangsu, in exchange for supplies and access to the coast.

February 15th 2012: PM Mallon suffers a heart attack MIDDLESBROUGH, Cleveland: The Parliament of Cleveland have announced that during his afternoon run, PM Ray Mallon suffered a heart attack, he was rushed to James Cook Hospital where he arrived at approximately 4.20pm. He was awake and transfered his powers to the Deputy PM Jason McCartney of the Conservative Party at 5pm. At 5.30pm he went into surgery for a heart bypass operation, the operation went well and he was in intensive care by 9pm.

As of 7am on the 16th February PM Mallon remained in intensive care, and was awake, however PM powers will remain with DPM Jason McCartney until PM Mallon is fit to resume his duties.

February 11th, 2012: TFA Party Formation: TUNIS, Tunisia: Today the TFA leadership, led by Prime Minister Amamou, formally announced the creation of their political party, the name of which roughly translates into "Swords for Tunisia" in English. It is expected that it will be largely a more left-oriented, though monarchist, party, given the largely TFA membership and their fight against the Sicilians.

February 10th, 2012: Red Lantern: INUVIK, Northwest Alliance: About eight and a half days after the winner crossed the finish line, the last musher, Bob Storey of New Zealand, crossed the finish line early this morning with a time of 19:16:24:10, and was given the traditional red lantern. Due to some stormy weather on the trail, eight of the twenty-six mushers withdrew over the course of the event, though without any serious injuries.

February 6th, 2012: Alliance Championship Series Winner: WRIGLEY, Northwest Alliance: In a surprise result, and in a rematch of last year's game, the Fort Smith Bison eked out a narrow win over the Hay River Steel, by a 4 to 3 score. It is their first championship in hockey.

February 6th, 2012: Colombian military continues negotiations:  CHEPO, East District of Panama: Today, Colombian troops have negotiated the legalisation of several local East Panamanian coastal warlords so to form part of the government in an accord similar to the paramilitary and terrorist Colombian groups. President Santos has declared he expects to have all of East Panama under semi-civil control by 2013. Colombia has also begun to occupy the islands surrounding Coiba.

February 6th, 2012: East German states sign Treaty of Wolfsbug: WOLFSBURG, Prussia: After more than two weeks of negotiations officials from Northeim, Weimar, Saxony and Prussia finalised the terms of a treaty outlining recognized borders between the nations, joint infrastructure projects, and military cooperation. Some international analysts say the treaty heavily favors Prussia, as the trade deals and infrastructure projects open up the other German states to Prussia's more developed industry, as well as the treaty recognizing most of Prussia's land claims in the area at the expense of Saxony. The treaty does also act as a mutual defense pact however, requiring Prussia to come to the aid of the smaller states in the event of hostile action against them.

February 6th, 2012: Earthquake strikes Visayas: DUMAGUETE CITY, Philippines: At least 52 people were killed when a 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Negros and Cebu provinces shortly before noon Monday, causing landslides and huge cracks on highways, and violently shaking buildings, officials said. President Manny Villar ordered the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) to assess and collate the extent of the damage and casualties, and to provide the necessary interventions.

February 3rd, 2012: Alliance Championship Series: WRIGLEY, Northwest Alliance: After having traveled from Inuvik over the last two days, Premier Hobart opened the Alliance Championship Series in hockey this morning in Wrigley. The first game, to which she dropped a ceremonial puck, was won by the defending champion Hay River Steel over the Hometown Fighting Fish, by a score of 7 to 2. The Steel are favored to win again.

February 1st, 2012: Winner!: INUVIK, Northwest Alliance: Following an eventful race, including the favorite suffering an injury which caused him to leave the race, the first musher today crossed the finish line in Inuvik this afternoon. With a time of 11:5:34:56, Hans Gatt of the Yukon is the new winner, setting a new record. Following him in the evening were Jeff King and John Baker, both from Alaska, with times respectively of 11:8:28:43 and 11:12:54:21.

January 2012
January 31st, 2012: Colombian military occupies Coiba: CHEPO, East District of Panama: Today, Colombian troops have finally marched on Coiba and taken control over from the small ex-penal community present in the island. Coiba is to be annexed to the East Panama District albeit it is closer to the Panamanian Liga. Negotiation with local warlords continue.

January 30th, 2012: North Germany unveils new national flag: HUSUM, North Germany: Government officials revealed the new national flag today. The minister of Culture described the flag as both having roots in the original German Republic as well as symbolising North Germany's ties with the Nordic countries both politically and culturally. The move to select a new flag was started by Frisian officials who said the original flag put too much importance on Schleswig-Holstein.

January 26th, 2012: The Parade of Remembrance: BOMBAY, Union Interim Parliament: Today a parade was held to mark Republic Day in the UIP, and its constitution. The President and Prime Minister were both present and were impressed at the strength of the army as it paraded through. Tanks were paraded through, though the new aircraft were still in training and as such could not be utilised for the parade. After the parade, the President gave a speech to the audience, citing his plans for the construction of more ammunition factories and continuation of the road-building projects.

January 21st, 2012: And It's On!: FORT PROVIDENCE, Northwest Alliance: At a slightly earlier starting time than last year, the twenty-six entrants in this year's race set out at ten o'clock this morning. The prizes remain the same as last year, and last year's winner, Martin Buser of Alaska, being the favorite once again.

January 20th, 2012: Conaway sworn in as first president of post-Doomsday Republic of Texas; Senate, House seated: MIDLAND, Republic of Texas - Mike Conaway was sworn in today as President of the Republic of Texas.

January 20th, 2012: Prussia, Neighbours meet in Wolfsburg for Conference: WOLFSBURG, Prussia: Leaders from Prussia, Northeim, Weimar, and Saxony met in Wolfsburg today for a conference to discuss the future of the region. Issues on the table include trade routes, military cooperation, and a treaty establishing permanent borders between the 4 nations. North Germany was not in attendance because the majority of issues had already been settled bilaterally between Prussia and North Germany.

January 20th, 2012: Palace Construction Starts: NEW ATHENS, Greek Federation - Construction started today on the new Royal Palace in the federal district today, on the island of Skyropoula, west of Skyros. Completion is expected sometime in late fall.

January 16th, 2012: Infrastructure is a Go:  BOMBAY, Union Interim Parliament: Prime Minister Joshi announced today the start of a new infrastructure project, which will see the upgrading and building of roads all across the country. The primary goal will be for all major cities to be connected, and after that expanding the network into other parts of India.

Meanwhile, Siberian shipping has begun to deliver the new tanks and planes ordered by the Union government at Bombay. Troops will spend quite some time familiarizing themselves with the new equipment.

January 10th, 2012: Japan Repeals Sakoku:  KYOTO, Japan: Today, Prime Minister Seiji Maehara presided over the vote in the Japanese Diet to repeal the Sakoku policy. It had banned most foreign trade and limited contact with other nations. Speaking of the repeal, Maehara said that the repeal was necessary to repair the damage from the Tohoku earthquake and reignite the Japanese economy.

January 8th, 2012: Colombian military begins negotiations:  CHEPO, East Panama District: Today, President Juan Manuel Santos has declared the start of negotiations between the East Panama warlords and the Colombian control. According to President Santos' own words, he will try an approach similar to the Casa Verde Agreement of 1984 (which established the permanent truce between the Colombian guerillas and the government) in a local scale.

January 6th, 2012: Palace Bids Winner Announced:  NEW ATHENS, Greek Federation - The committee in charge of choosing the design for a new royal palace at Skyros today announced the winner, a design by Diener & Diener, out of Basel, in the Alpine Confederation. They also revealed the designs of the other entrants, as shown in the images made by each of them of their visions. Construction starts on the 20th.

January 1st, 2012: Happy New Year!: Across the world a new year is ushered in, bring 2011 to a close. Celebrations are occurring worldwide as the New Year comes, bringing with it the hope that the world may continue recovering.

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