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The Rhode Reader; Rhodesialund's National Newspaper
Topic Started: Dec 11 2014, 12:30:19 PM (4,411 Views)
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Coat of Arms Gridlock!


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The Government is in Gridlock about the coat of arms!

Some say that the old one is unrepresentative of their nation and only represents the old territories of Rhodesialund, other's say it is suppose to be a proud tradition to keep the coat of arms!


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Gridlock Over!

With stunning efficiency, the senators and representatives have all agreed on a new coat of arms that will be truly representative of Rhodesialund's territories. Partisanship was demonstrated when only the "Changers" wanted the coat of arms different. The "Traditionalists" have shot back a counter-agreement by saying, "they will gladly accept the new design only if the motto 'Sit Nomine Digna' or translated as 'May She be Worthy of the Name' is changed to a new motto." This new motto they have planned is "Magni Esse Mereamur" or translated as "Let Us Achieve Greatness."


The changes made to the coat of arms will also be effective on the current flag of the Federal Republic of Rhodesialund. Changes include updating of the Southern Golden Eagle, replacement of the right antelope with a leopard and the left antelope with a sable antelope, and an entirely new shield.


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Flag changes have not been finalized yet. Thankfully this gridlock was taken care before the "End of Year Reassessments."[edit_reason]Pplease resize or use the spoiler code for large images. Thanks![/edit_reason]
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New Flag of Rhodesialund!


With a rapid update, the new flag of Rhodesialund was ratified by senate and house and is now the official flag of the Federal Republic of Rhodesialund. The only change is that there is now a smaller coat of arms on the flag alongside with the new coat of arms change from the previous one.

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BREAKING!!! MILITARY BUFFER ZONE BREAKING!!!


Just this moment the Rhode Reader has received news that the Rhodesialund's Navy is participating in a landing force, claiming several islands to the west of this nation in purely self-defensive means to better safeguard this nation against any threats coming from the seas further west. They say they are planning on building fortifications and missile sites on those islands they lay claim on. They also state that it will have no affect on trade in the region and the only difference will be a noticeable military presence in the region.

Several members of government and military has refused to reveal any more details on this operation. We will try our best to update you on the situation as it develops.


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Military Operations Ceased Until Further Inquiry


The Victoria Treaty Organization, alarmed by the massive and rapid military movement to claim several islands in the East Keigan Sea, have called for a cease of any further operations and building efforts. All military operations has ceased, but not before the Marines and Navy have successfully landed troops and cleared the islands.

The Rhode Reader has interviewed the General of the Marines, Marcus "Mad Dog" Lex, on such rapid expansion and efforts. He has commented, "The Marines pride themselves on being anywhere, anytime, within a short period of time. Us deploying at a moment's notice, and effectively completing our mission of clearing the islands and maintaining a sizable force on each island within two days before the cessation only proves our capabilities of how fast we can react and do the job."

A picture of the Marines doing a search and clear operation on one of the uninhabited islands before the VICTOR call for a halt of all operations.
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"Mad Dog" Lex is a highly distinguished marine who rose through the ranks as a rogue. The cigar-chomping man has made a name for himself in the past and feels that he will continue to do so. The Marines he leads is what many other ranking members in the military consider as his child. He claims that he and a handful of other highly ranked men are responsible for the capabilities that the marines demonstrated with a focus on high mobility and effectiveness.




Meanwhile, citizens are upset not only at the cease of building an effective defensive barrier on the islands, they are also upset at the current government for their rash decision. One of the Presidents, Trafford Parker, has commented, "...the only way to claim these islands and build a sizable defensive wall. There was no attempt to block any trade or foreign vessels from passing through. On top of that, the islands are of little ecological, geological, and mineral importance. They are also uninhabited... "

Operation Buffer, the name for the entire mission, was to claim, clear, and establish an effective defensive wall guarding the nation form any attacks by sea or air coming from that direction. Many other members of military and government involved have stressed repeatedly, that it will not impede trade or travel of ships of any foreign nationalities.

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In other matters, a group of fringe radicals have called for the denouncement of the Prussian Empire and VICTOR. These radicals are more known as "Protectorates of Rhodesialund." Thankfully to the benefit of the citizenry and government, that these radicals are of little importance and are often ignored.



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BREAKING! Explosion Rocks a Residential Building! BREAKING!




The residential building blown up in DuVall, the capitol city of Rhodesialund.
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Just recently an explosion took place inside a residential building that at the time, hosted the Secretary of Defense during his trip around the nation to reassure and connect with his fellow citizens. Before the explosion that building was also hosting a political party in which people could partake in. A total of 27 people, including the secretary of defense, were lost. A little over 50 innocent people were injured, ranging from minor burns and shrapnel to dismemberment.

The Secretary of Defense, Reagan Song, former General of the Air Force before the name change to Marshal of the Air Force, was confirmed dead on the scene. Government officials have not responded nor commented on the event. Reagan Song was considered by many to be a hero especially after his service in the Air Force in past conflicts.

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The citizens of Rhodesialund are upset and angered over such acts of terrorism and wish that justice would be brought upon the aggressors. The government of Rhodesialund has commented, "...will do anything within their means to bring them to justice. The Federal Investigation Agency will work to the best of their abilities to uncover such a vile act..."[edit_reason]Humungo saurus pics[/edit_reason]
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Impeachment!


Just recently the two Presidents have been called for impeachment over their actions recently regarding the chain of islands in the East Keigan Sea. Majority and Minority leaders of both the Senate and House of Representatives have called for their impeachment for which they state, "...The abuse of their Executive Privileges and suspicion of corruption..."

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Both the Majority and Minority Leaders have commented that they are also interested in the idea of the islands being used as a defensive wall, but they are dissatisfied with the attention it has gained and the rashness of the decision.


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Impeachment Over


A few days ago the two Presidents, Trafford Parker and Webster Jess, were pardoned from the impeachment procedures. Several members of the committee have commented that, "We have cleared their names in the corruption scandal and saw it unnecessary to remove them after their promises of removing all military forces from the islands in the East Keigan Sea..."

C-130s line the taxiway to take off with the last of the soldiers and military equipment from the islands.
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Meanwhile to the East, there have been reports of genocide committed among the locals. As a result, several activist groups have called that we accept immigrants and refugees from the region. The Secretary of Immigration, has commented that they will gladly accept any immigrants and refugees as long as they accept citizenship. One of our journalists has reported that armed mercenaries and smugglers are common in the region.



In other news, the Military has contracted Wey-Yu Industries to manufacture the new M45 Handgun that will be the new service handgun. Wey-Yu Ind. representative at the media release said, "That this is the start of a long and prosperous relationship between Wey-Yu and the Rhodesialund's military forces." Wey-Yu Ind. has also vested interest in the new service rifle competition that is upcoming.

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New Secretary of Defense Announced and Sworn In


Just recently the two presidents have sworn in the new Secretary of Defense, James Reagan.


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James Reagan, a Lupine, has a long history in the years serving in the Rhodesialund Marines before being honorably discharged as a Major. He has also made a statement regarding the swearing in and his new position as Secretary of Defense.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, I thank you all for giving me the opportunity to further serve my country after my military service. I also want to say that although I may do what Ronald Song has done in the past, I will never be able to replace him. As an acquaintance of the man himself, it is truly a sad day when the best and brightest person I have ever met has passed away. My years as Secretary of Defense will continue where he left off and ensure a legacy in his name."

The late Ronald Song, former Secretary of Defense, has died in a bombing attack that killed multiple others and wounded many more. Federal agencies are still searching for answers.
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Rifle Competition Winner Finally Announced!


On the outside it may look the same, but on the inside it's an entirely different animal...
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Rhodesialund military officials have finally stated that they will be servicing Wey-Yu Industries submission in the rifle competition. Wey-Yu Industries was admitted as the winner because not only did they improve on an already existing design, but they made it so that adopting other platforms would be unnecessary. The new winner is the M65, an Ar-15 derivative capable of full auto fire, a built in short stroke piston system, and chambered in 6.5 Grendel. Magazine capacity is stated to be 26 rounds.

A size comparison of 6.5 Grendel on the left, and 5.56x45mm on the right.
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Military officials have complained in the past about the 5.56x45mm round being inadequate and lacking the versatility of engaging targets reliably at distances ranging from 200 to 800 yards. All M4 rifles chambered in 5.56 will be retrofitted with the new 6.5 Grendel caliber parts and piston assembly.

Other platforms included the G-3, FAL, ARX-160, TAR-21, and other rifles made by different companies across the globe, including Serenitech. Wey-Yu industries saw the contract as a huge victory over Serenitech in being the sole provider of small arms to the Rhodesialund military branches, especially with their previous victory in the service sidearm competition.

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Tina Ham called Anti-Sasquatch after article called 'Dog or Sasquatch Boyfriend?'



Tina Ham is not one to hold her tongue. The “Gal's” star has become known for her controversial comments about sensitive subjects including rape and molestation. Now the actress has offended even more people with an article she wrote titled “Dog or Squatch Boyfriend? A Quiz.”

The piece, which ran in the New DuVallian, asks “Do the following statements refer to (a) my dog or (b) my Sasquatch boyfriend?”

The article includes tidbits like “He doesn’t tip. And he never brings his wallet anywhere.” Another portion of the article adds “…he comes from a culture in which mothers focus every ounce of their attention on their offspring and don’t acknowledge their own need for independence as women. They are sucked dry by their children, who ultimately leave them as soon as they find suitable mates.”

Fans and critics of Ham alike have reacted strongly and swiftly to the article, which is part of the March 30 edition of the magazine. Ham’s mother is Sasquatch and her father is Human.
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Fiancee of ex-Minutemen star Arin Hermando: He told me to give money to co-defendant


Kape Kimberly, RL. – The fiancee of former Rugby player Aaron Hernandez, of the Kape Kimberly Minutemen, has testified that after she dropped him off at a police station to be questioned over the slaying of her sister's boyfriend, he told her to meet one of his co-defendants and give him money.

Sarina Ra'ira was granted immunity to testify in Hermando's murder trial Friday.

Hermando is accused in the June 17, 2013, killing of Olin Rajivbiri, who was dating Ra'ira's younger sister.

Ra'ira says Hermando told her to meet Ernest Wallace after she dropped him off. Wallace and a third man, Carlos Henschel, have pleaded not guilty in the killing and will be tried later.

Ra'ira then drove to DuVall and gave Wallace $500, the maximum she could withdraw from an ATM.

She said he told her everything would be OK, and she told him to "be safe."
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Kape Kimberly assisted living facility bares all for calendar


The stars of a charity calendar are in their 80s and 90s, but that didn't stop the men and women from an assisted living facility in Kape Kimberly from showing a little skin.

Miss March, who's 88, wears a green top hat and not much else in the calendar from Pleasure Point Assisted Living, and the centerfolds are two women in their 90s who seem to be playing poker with strategically placed oversize cards.

Flip to February and you'll see a smiling, white-haired Dottie Hatter soaking in a bubble bath and flower petals, with chocolates and lingerie nearby.

At 87, she's the same age as the youngest of three models standing in the cover photo, where their bare feet and shoulders peek out from behind a banner they hold advertising the Barbert facility and the affiliated Pleasure View Health Care Center.

It reads: "Pleasure View, Pleasure Point."

Another resident in the calendar is covered only by a large exercise ball.

Administrator Teresa Boorarabi told Kape Kimberly Journal that the residents were clearly having fun the morning the photos were taken.

"The residents were like 20-year-olds -- giggling, and having the time of their lives," Boorarabi said. "I do not believe the elderly should just sit around staring at each other. I want a fun environment where I challenge them and they challenge me."

Money from the $12 calendars goes toward a fund providing shoes for children in the local schools in the city of Oiltown.


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Man Busted for Mailing Marijuana from Cape Helana to DuVall


DuVall 2– Every day, more than 1 million packages are shipped through Zarus, Inc. in Rhodesia. That’s a lot for workers to sift through, as they keep an eye out for prohibited items. But sometimes, one package stands out. Like a small freezer that arrived at the DuVall terminal from Cape Helana.

“They could tell it smelled like marijuana almost immediately,” says DuVall Police Chief Mike Sacks. Zarus employees called police immediately.

Officers discovered about 4,400 grams, or about 10 pounds, of high-grade marijuana, stuffed into 12 plastic bags, stacked inside the freezer.

Police say 19 year-old Wayne Haferkamp sent this package to himself from Cape Helana. The man was taken into custody at the Zarus Inc. storefront in DuVall

Laws explains, “He was stopped when he attempted to pick it up. He obviously wasn’t aware of the interception.”

Haferkamp admitted to the crime. He said he got the marijuana from a friend of his, and planned to sell it in DuVall. He hoped to make anywhere from $30,000 to $100,000 through this illegal business venture. He’s now charged with non-possession a federal license, and with intent to distribute it tax-free. Current law states that pot can be consumed, but sales must be taxed by 25% of the value.

Haferkamp isn’t alone. DuVall 2 has previously reported on residents caught, receiving marijuana in the mail from other cities. Authorities say the amount of weed sent through the mail has skyrocketed since the drug was legalized but heavily taxed.

Postal inspectors in DuVall seized more than 800 pounds of marijuana, just last year.

Zarus Inc. is also keeping an eye out for these pot-filled parcels. Although they can’t discuss specific methods of identifying these packages, Zarus spokesperson Jam McBrit states, “Federal law prohibits illegal sale and transferring of marijuana…We continue to cooperate with law enforcement officials in their efforts to combat the illegal use of our network for the shipment of drugs.”​


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Military Rearms Again


Just recently the Rhodesian Military announced that they were having problems with their current service rifles. The M65, an AR-15 derivative capable of full auto fire and chambered in 6.5 Grendel, was manufactured by Wey-Yu Industries at the announcing of the rifle trials winner. Complaints about the rifle popped up after the original manufacturer was replaced by Rhode Iron Works. Service members have said that the rifles are prone to jamming, stuck cases, failed extractions, and barrels splitting.

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The FN FAL Going back to service. (Image provided by the Rhodesian Armed Services)

Unsatisfied with their current rifles, the M65 is being shelved and old inventory of the FN FAL is being pulled out for reissue. In the 90's, the FAL was updated with a 16 inch barrel and folding stock as the service rifle until it's eventual replacement by rifles chambered in intermediate cartridges in 2003. Over complaints of the 5.56x45mm cartridge, it was then retrofitted to chambered in 6.5 Grendel and various upgrades in 2014.

Secretary of Defense James Reagan was asked for a comment. "The FN FAL has a long and storied history behind it in our military, the early teething problems were solved in the late 50's to early 60's. Problem is now that our generals and admirals don't want to deal with fixing the problems associated with the M65. While I do tend to agree with them, it's a 'don't fix it if it's not broken' issue."[edit_reason]Moar details.[/edit_reason]
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Military Scraps Tanks in Favor of Assault Guns


In a unified statement by both the Marines and the Army, the service Rhode Heavy Works M1 MBT is being replaced by Mobile Gun Platforms, or more commonly called Assault Guns. The Rhode Heavy Works presented the Striker MGP.

A up-armored variant of the original Strikers with a 120mm smoothbore gun. The reason for the 120mm instead of the originally projected 105mm was for ease of logistics so ammunition manufactured for the MBTs can be transferred to the assault guns and so they are capable of matching up with Main Battle Tanks fielded by other nations. To counter advances in anti-tank technology, the hulls are V-Shaped as to mitigate IED explosions and the outside is outfitted with reactive armor as to increase survivability against RPGs, ATGMs, and other tank rounds.

While the Assault Gun does carry 20x 120mm rounds, in comparison to the M1 MBT's 40-50, mobility and serviceability is greatly enhanced. With the Striker MGP now being capable of combat-ready airdrop, a huge improvement over the MBT's need to be fueled and armed after airdrop.


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The Assault Gun firing it's 120mm Smoothbore Gun. Note the lack of Reactive Armor.


In related military news, the second DuVall-Class Amphibious Assault Ship completed construction and is currently undergoing sea trials with a small contingent of Skua V/STOL aircraft.


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Out with the Old and In with the New!


Excuse our unfortunate silence, for the Federal Republic of Rhodesia has been going through a silent procedure during the political activism and mutual anger towards the two presidents. Calling for more oversight after the failed invasion of the East Keigan Sea Islands led by an executive order by the two presidents, Trafford Parker and Jess Webster. The Senate and House have successfully impeached, and imprisoned both Presidents for breaking the Constitution and corruption. The two are now under House Arrest, and will be spending their lives in an undisclosed location.

As a result from the impeachment, Congress initiated a bill that would rewrite the constitution from including Two Presidents from each respective island, to now a singular President and a Vice President. Executive powers for the presidents have now been severely restricted. In a blitz attempt, a favorite figure in the world of politics has jumpstarted her campaign within the Senate and House as a replacement. Marion Heleck, a shrewd politician and loved figure was nominated, but she couldn't have done it without CEO of Wey-Yu Industries, Valintino Saar'bac.


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Police Forces Being Upgraded

In light of recent terrorist activities across the globe, police forces in Rhodesia have stepped up in order to combat rising threats. Standard police wear has always included a uniform, cap, duty belt, and a concealable bullet resistant vest worn under the top.

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After complaints of the duty belts weighing down the officer and causing unnecessary back pain, including the uncomfortable heat of wearing the concealed body armor, local politicians have agreed that police forces need a remodel. The duty belt and concealed body armor has been replaced by a plate carrier, offering more protection and moving the weight from the hips to the torso. The standard cap is replaced by a ball cap that represents the local department. The clothing is replaced with a polo shirt and cargo pants.

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Police Units are being provided with surplus government small arms.


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Navy Birds getting Upgrades


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The Current Service Skua, note the 4 drop fuel tanks.

In recent ways of advancing the RAe Systems Skua II, the Rhodesian Navy has announced a successful contract with Rhodesian Aerospace to massively upgrade current service jets and prolong service life. Such upgrades include Engine Enhancements, avionics upgrades, and wing structuring.

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The new fan blades to be installed, note the compressor blades behind.

Engine enhancements include replacement of more modern fan blades, higher engine intake rate, reinforced exhaust nozzles, and a more fuel efficient system. As a result, the plane can fly 1.5x's as far with a higher top speed at Mach 1.1 instead of the normal Sub-mach speeds. Before the upgrade, the output of thrust was in the 22,000 lbs of thrust, now it puts out a whopping 32,000 lbs of thrust. The Climb rate went from an anemic 14,000 feet per minute, to now a 35,000 ft/min. While the climb rate is a huge improvement, it's still not capable of matching other current or later gen fighters in the climbing category. A rather innovative factor in this is due to the introduction of Carbon-titanium adjustable fan blades in a composite case. Thanks to the technology, engine efficiency is at it's peak from cruising on patrols to rapid intercepts and weight is saved.

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The New Avionics Suite featuring a seamless interface and redone HUD design. Note that this is the training simulator version.

The Avionics upgrade suite includes a interface and HUD design. Including the addition of an AESA radar. Allowing pilots to be able to track and prioritize targets. Another feature is the ALAL system, Auto-Leveling And Landing. Previous generations of the Skua required constant hands on attention during landing procedures, including making micro-adjustments. This will relieve stress on the pilot and allow easier landings.


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Budgetary Committee up for Next Month

The Budgetary Committee is happening in the month of December, for the governmental allocation of spending in different departments. With the ongoing world threats, a nuclear bomb detonated in Listonia, and the everconstant threat of war, military leaders and congressional representatives are pushing hard for drastically increased military spending.

Preliminary plans included to increase the percentage of the GDP being spent on the military from 1.5-2.0%, to at the very least 5%. Some figures in politics have called for even as high as 10%.

Another topic of talk is the creation of a Space Agency to explore the vast reaches of space. Now citizens of this country and the rest of the world can look farther with more information than before on the final frontier.
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The Budgetary Committee Accelerated to This Week.


In the aftermath of the recent string of terrorist attacks and the Presidential Address, the Budgetary Committee was accelerated to this week. Politicians are preparing to massively increase military spending and national security as a way to prevent and hunt down terrorist organizations responsible for these attacks and any future ones.

James Reagan, current Secretary of Defense, has commented, "We will find the responsible parties and we will administer justice. What we are doing is a big step into the future to ensure this never happens again."

In related news, a small handful of politicians tried to enact gun control legislation through Parliment as a measure to counter future attacks, but were instantaneously shot down. The districts of which the politicians represent are calling for their resignation and replacement.


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Budgetary Committee Over!

In a little over a week, the budgetary committee has finalized the 2016 budget. The most debatable topic was setting the military budget. The budget was increased from the original $20.425 billion and 2.5% of the GDP, to a astronomically high $91.913 billion and 10.0% of the GDP.

Originally the committee was heavily favoring a 9.0% of the GDP budget, but was later convinced by military officials and the Secretary of Defense. The additional one percent was to be dedicated to the creation and funding of an aeronautical and space administration. Rhodesia had no official space administration, instead outsourcing the duties of such to foreign companies and nations to launch satellites. The Air Force was primarily responsible for research of aeronautics, alongside with the help of local and international corporations in the industry.

CEO of Wey-Yu Industries and current Vice-President of Rhodesia was reached for a comment, "Honestly, we need to strive more towards independence and rely less on outsourcing. However, that doesn't mean we should neglect the international community."

While the military budget has increased dramatically, certain members objected to the slashing of slush funds towards the multiple principalities within Rhodesia. For now, expect local taxes to hike.


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The Department of Defense Confirms it's First Contract...

With the recent boost in the military budget, the Rhodesian Air Force and Navy confirmed their first orders for the 2016 year. The first order was to outfit the air fleet with Wernher Noah Enterprise F-111G Aardvarks.

The Marshal of the Air Force has been reached for comment, "The Aardvarks are the next step towards extending our reach. We have not had a suitable bomber or stand-off weapons platform designed with long legs to get to the target and high speeds to get out."

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The F-111G with it's wings fully swept back.

The Aardvark is capable of four and a half thousand mile ferry range (With External Drop Tanks and fully loaded), thanks to the technology sharing that RAe and Wernher Noah Enterprise currently have. Part of the technology sharing involved the variable blades in jet engines. One such example of the variable blades is the RAe Skua, which promotes fuel efficiency and better thrust. The Top speed remains rather unchanged, at Mach 2.5.

One notable feature of the Aardvark is that it can carry 4 Slamahawks. Wey-Yu manufactured cruise missiles capable of up to a thousand mile range. The Slamahawks can be easily retrofitted for Anti-ship and anti-surface duties. Wey-Yu Industries has teased about a version that allows for "On-The-Fly" programming to tackle both duties if need be in the future.


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Cruise Missiles Strike Cape Hope!


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Cape Hope before the Missile Attacks. Picture provided by the Department of Tourism.


Within three hours ago, a total number of thirteen cruise missiles originating from the south have struck Cape Hope. An estimated casualty rate is now at a few hundred dead, and over five hundred wounded.



The Vice President has given a televised and radio speech to the nation. His speech are as follow,

"Good Morning,

Today, our fellow citizens, our way of life, our very freedom came under attack in a series of deliberate and deadly acts. The victims were in their offices or out on the streets enjoying their day shopping: secretaries, business men and women, military and federal workers, moms and dads, friends and neighbors. Hundreds lives were suddenly ended by evil, despicable acts of terror. The pictures of cruise missiles flying into buildings, fires burning, huge -- structures collapsing have filled us with disbelief, terrible sadness, and a quiet, unyielding anger. These acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat. But they have failed. Our country is strong.

A great people has been moved to defend a great nation. Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of Rhodesia. These acts shatter steel, but they cannot dent the steel of Rhodesian resolve. Rhodesia was targeted for attack because we're the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the region. And no one will keep that light from shining. Today, our nation saw evil -- the very worst of Being nature -- and we responded with the best of Rhodesia. With the daring of our rescue workers, with the caring for strangers and neighbors who came to give blood and help in any way they could.

Immediately following the first attack, I implemented our government's emergency response plans. Our military is powerful, and it's prepared. Our emergency teams are working in Cape Hope to help with local rescue efforts. Our first priority is to get help to those who have been injured, and to take every precaution to protect our citizens at home and around the world from further attacks. The functions of our government continue without interruption. Federal agencies in DuVall which had to be evacuated today are reopening for essential personnel tonight and will be open for business tomorrow. Our financial institutions were crippled by an earlier attack, but remain strong, and the Rhodesian economy will be open for business as well.

Intelligence gathered has made confirmed reports of the cruise missiles originating from Genosha from our maritime patrol aircraft. I have directed the full resources of our intelligence and the Armed Forces to find those responsible and to bring them to justice. We will make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbor them.

I appreciate so very much the members of Parliment who have joined me in strongly condemning these attacks. And on behalf of the Rhodesian people, I thank the many world leaders who have called to offer their condolences and assistance. Rhodesia and our friends join with all those who want peace and security in the world, and we stand together to win the war against such despicable beings who could do this.

Tonight, I ask for your prayers for all those who grieve, for the children whose worlds have been shattered, for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened. And I pray they will be comforted by a Power greater than any of us, spoken through the ages in Psalm 23:

'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil for you are with me.'

This is a day when all Rhodesians from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. Rhodesia has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time. None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world.

As Acting President, along with confirmed intelligence, Parliment has given an official declaration of war against Genosha."



As this article is posted, the Rhodesian military has fully mobilized itself against Genosha in full scale war. Both fleets are currently leading a large scale amphibious invasion on the shores of our enemy.


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The Rhodesia-Genoshan War Rages On...

The Rhodesian Marines are currently sieging the capitol of Genosha, Hammer Bay. Officials estimate the battle of Hammer Bay will continue for a few days. Fighting and destruction is present throughout the capitol. As a result of the blitz war Rhodesia has waged, there are global protests at Rhodesian Embassies. Nations have considered enacting sanctions, but there was no viable effort to gain notice.

According to recent polling information, citizens have garnered a sense of disgust to other nations due to their calls of pacifism and resorting to diplomacy. While political leaders have said that we should be thankful towards the Free Pacific States, a close friend of the Federal Republic. The FPS has voiced condemnation, but sources have said that unofficially, the FPS will stay out of these matters and give Rhodesia berth. Such political figures have been said to run campaigns to influence the people to look more favorably upon the FPS, citing previous examples when the two nations have worked closely together.

In very recent attempts to promote the beneficial relationship between the Free Pacific States and Rhodesia, government officials have sent classified files to their intelligence agency. Trying to further this, Rhodesia has also sent captured Genoshan planes and weaponry for analysis, along with the RAF expert's analysis on the planes themselves after disassembly and test flights.

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A Journalist Photograph of a Captured MiG-31 at Fort Anaston.


Former Genoshan military members who surrendered are being absorbed via "Incentives Program." A military program to seek out talented individuals and discipline them, bringing them up to Rhodesian standards in the military for regular service. One of the incentives is offering to move the Immediate member's family to Rhodesia, pre-arranged housing under contract. Military officials has said that the Incentives Program is successful, and integration of former Genoshans is progressing. Some activists had protested, but later ceased due to lack of support. A critic of this counter movement have noted, "That giving someone a second chance to redeem themselves is only right, for we are a nation of second chances!"

Congress has also announced budgetary plans, setting aside several billion dollars worth of Rhodes for the reconstruction and uplifting efforts in Genosha. The first and foremost were to rebuild destroyed buildings and protect any sites determined to be "Heritage Areas". Schools and hospitals are also included, particularly in areas of Genosha where access to one is severely restricted. Some Rhodesians and beings from international organizations across the globe have volunteered to provide humanitarian aid to troubled regions in occupied zones. Military officials have strictly warned that traveling outside of occupied zones is extremely dangerous.


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Ceasefire Called!



Over the surrender of the Genoshan Heads of States, remnants of the state's military has spent the past week holed up in a impenetrable military complex known as "Fort Indomitable." It is said that there are enough supplies within the complex to last five years, after repeated attempts of trying to gain control.

Tired of the fighting and seeing the near end, the Genoshan Remnants inside the fort has agreed to the Rhodesian Armed Forces' call for a cease fire. The Cease Fire was agreed upon by the desire to prevent any more unnecessary bloodshed on both sides. Some say it is the nearing of a Declaration of Surrender that is a leading factor. Not much is known at this point, but more information will be found.


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RASA Annouces Construction Efforts


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The Artistic Rendition of the planned RASA Launch Complex.


Just recently RASA, Rhodesian Aeronautical and Space Administration, has annouced that construction efforts are underway. After a month of organizing the newly founded administration while planning the Headquarters. Having decided to place the headquarters at Cape Hope, despite initial resistance to the safety of such a location, officials have said,"...we will not give up hope in a city devastated by the deadly terror attack."

Contractors are hiring people of Cape Hope to stimulate the local economy, and to have productivity on the rise. The launch complex and space center will be built several miles away from the city, and in a week, the ground breaking ceremony will be held, with the affected families present. Officials have also stated that once construction efforts are underway, it will be approximately two to three years until completed. Giving them plenty of time to bring up initial designs.


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War is Over!

Yesterday, the Genoshan Government has signed the official declaration of surreder, now known as the Camp Sand Declaration of Surrender. Rough estimates indicated that approximately 18,000 Genoshan military personnel, 6,000 Rhodesian military personnel, and 4,000 Genoshan civilians died during the now-finished Rhodesian-Genoshan War.



However, in recent news, the Rhodesian Marines have broken into the Federal Vault of formerly Genosha. Inside, around 80% of the stolen Rhodesian gold from the IBBC Economic Attack were present. Initially doubtful, journalists have asked how officials could recognize the gold bars. The response was, "We know it is ours, from the Southern Gold Eagle stamp present on all of them, our national animal. Underneath the symbol, is a percentage that says, "99.9999%". The percent is the purity content of the gold bars. However, most nations only go to tenths or hundredths with their purity content. While we use a ten thousandths system of purity for our gold reserves."

An additional comment was received by another official tasked with checking the legitimacy of the gold. His comment was, "If the purity content and symbol isn't enough, we use a micro-stamping process to hide letters within the symbol of the Southern Gold Eagle. To the normal eye, it is unnoticeable, commonly taken for granted as detailing of the animal."

The Federal Republic of Rhodesia has an official tonnage of gold before the IBBC Economic Attack, weighing in at nearly 2,000 tonnes of gold. Investigation into the terror attack confirm that around 100 tonnes of gold was stolen from the IBBC Bank. However, only 20 of the 100 total gold stolen still remains at large.

Officials say that it could have been melted down and sold to other entities to fund the losing war, or taken with the current government in exile.


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Free Pacific States and Rhodesia Announce Nuclear Power Plans.

Just recently in DuVall, the Senate and House of Representatives of Rhodesia has passed the Nuclear Energy Act. Government representatives from both nations have agreed upon a nuclear energy program a few weeks ago. Stipulations of the NEA was to permit Free Pacific States' Department of Energy advisors. The FPS was initially insistent upon companies of their nationality to lead the construction and monitoring of the nuclear power program. However, after shrewd negotiation on the part of the Vice President, Rhodesian companies such as Wey-Yu Industries will be heading the project with the close eye of FPS officials.

Plans of the Nuclear Energy Act include the energy consumption of at least 50% of the total energy in Rhodesia. The first plant will be constructed on the outskirts of Redbank. Future sites indicate plants to be built outside of DuVall, Cape Hope, Cape Kimberly, and Selous.

The current construction efforts will be focused on Smith Plant in Redbank. The reactor is to be a Lead-cooled Fast Breeder Reactor, capable of putting out massive amounts of energy for very little fuel. Original plans included a Sodium-based reactor, but with the salt-water air native to Rhodesia, that would have granted very explosive results.


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