The Wyrd Raiders have announced that their campaign for tantalum has been extended. A spokesperson for the organisation confirmed that this was to ensure targets would be met.

In a brief statement, the spokesperson said:

"We are extremely grateful for the support we have received so far. But it is clear that for this campaign to succeed, we will need to give pilots more time to source the tantalum we have asked for."

The campaign is now scheduled to end on the 19th of May 3302.

This report presents the latest data on the security status of the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to experience a lockdown:

• People's Hadad Union Party

• MCC 858 Organisation

• Jaque

• Nagarans League

• Glaucus PLC

• Workers of Angawal Partnership

• Calarum Drug Empire

• LHS 6007 Gold Energy Limited

• Vetta Order

• V374 Andromedae Peoples Party

When a faction experiences a lockdown, the security rating of the system it controls temporarily increases and the system's wealth temporarily decreases. Bounty hunting activity can shorten the lockdown period.

Here are the latest factions to experience civil unrest:

• LTT 911 Allied Limited

• New Chi Orionis Resistance

• Official Kartam Flag

• Labour of 70 Ophiuchi

• Yarigui Liberty Party

• Hel Purple Energy Industry

• CD-79 950 Gold Energy Services

• CD-40 395 Empire League

• Sanda Confederacy

• Coalition of Shesmu

Civil unrest is the result of illegal activity. When a faction is affected by civil unrest, the standard of living in the system it controls temporarily decreases, as does the system's wealth. Combat missions and activities can bring civil unrest to an end.

A member of Jasmina Halsey's personal staff has announced that the former president's appeal for exploration data failed to uncover any evidence of the entities she claims to have seen. The campaign yielded a huge quantity of exploration data, but despite being subjected to extensive examination, the information did not yield any proof of Halsey's assertions.

The spokesperson went on to say that the former Federal president had been admitted to a secure psychiatric facility on Mars for "extended care and review". This announcement follows weeks of speculation concerning Halsey's mental health, which was called into question by commentators both within and outside the Federation.

Halsey's spokesperson declined to answer journalists' questions.

The Spinward Marches Alliance Concern has announced that its campaign to bring relief to the people of the Morrina system has been enthusiastically received by the galactic community, resulting in a deluge of deliveries to Beaumont Dock. The medicines, water purifiers and power generators delivered to the station will now be distributed to those affected by the system's recent conflicts.

Following the success of the campaign, a spokesperson for Spinward Marches Alliance Concern released a brief statement:

"We would like to extend our sincere thanks to members of the Pilots Federation who gave so generously of their time and resources. Today marks the beginning of a brighter future for the people of Morrina. As the system stabilises, we will turn to the goals of terraforming Morrina 4 and establishing exploration outposts deep in the Orion Arm."

This report presents the latest data on the security status of the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to experience a lockdown:

• Tegidana Free

• Arque Commodities

• Social Michael Pantazis Left Party

• Denka Patron's Principles

• Pathan Bridge Systems

• LTT 9156 Empire Party

• Revolutionary LHS 448 Confederation

• East Galaxy Company

• Okinura Democrats

• HR 638 Corp.

When a faction experiences a lockdown, the security rating of the system it controls temporarily increases and the system's wealth temporarily decreases. Bounty hunting activity can shorten the lockdown period.

Here are the latest factions to experience civil unrest:

• CD-49 3617 Limited

• Independent Qi Lisu Partnership

• LTT 10918 Jet Natural Industries

• LP 30-55 Silver Creative Ex

• Nemetes Independents

• Zhangana Empire Assembly

• New 17 Draconis Alliance

• LTT 518 Company

• Li Jungu Dominion

• People's Huichi Resistance

Civil unrest is the result of illegal activity. When a faction is affected by civil unrest, the standard of living in the system it controls temporarily decreases, as does the system's wealth. Combat missions and activities can bring civil unrest to an end.

This report presents the latest data on expansion among the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to have expanded into new systems:

• Belianses Silver Partnership

• Allowa Vision and Co

• Nuwach Labour

• Igalalani Independent Consulate

• Movement for Howard Partnership

• Gandui Incorporated

• LP 387-31 allied

• Ferenchia Purple Dynamic Corp

• Rotanev Energy Exchange

• Findja Empire Assembly

Expansions occur when a minor faction reaches a sufficient level of influence and there is a populated system within striking distance. Expansion is costly, so when a faction expands, the wealth and development level of the system it controls are temporarily reduced.

Admiral Denton Patreus has announced that the Imperial campaign to construct a new Majestic-Class Interdictor is now complete. A spokesperson for the Mundjiga Patrons of Law, which helped to coordinate the construction effort, confirmed that the galactic community had responded enthusiastically to the initiative, resulting in the delivery of thousands of tonnes of essential materials.

Lieutenant Severin, who oversaw the project, issued a brief statement to the media:

"The public's response to this campaign has been extremely heartening. The Empire faces many threats, but its ability to meet those threats has now been considerably strengthened. On behalf of myself and Admiral Patreus I would like to thank all those who supported this initiative."

This report presents the latest data on the security status of the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to experience a lockdown:

• Social LP 641-4 Future

• El Tio and Co

• Glaucus PLC

• Gang of LP 149-14

• Coalition of LP 353-74

• Tamor Allied and Co

• HR 1856 Patron's Principles

• LTT 1483 Union

• Pi Dhod Patron's Principles

• LP 5-88 Confederation

When a faction experiences a lockdown, the security rating of the system it controls temporarily increases and the system's wealth temporarily decreases. Bounty hunting activity can shorten the lockdown period.

Here are the latest factions to experience civil unrest:

• Noblemen of Yarram

• Medzistha Faith

• Umbrigua Inc

• Karid Empire Party

• Jet Energy Corp.

• Struve 1321 Free

• Orishpucho Crimson Legal Int

• Bureau of HIP 6796 Defence Force

• Union of Hakkinoha League

• Hessian Conglomerate

Civil unrest is the result of illegal activity. When a faction is affected by civil unrest, the standard of living in the system it controls temporarily decreases, as does the system's wealth. Combat missions and activities can bring civil unrest to an end.

This report presents the latest data on expansion among the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to have expanded into new systems:

• Aapelinja Silver Vision Inc

• Canary Mining Corporation

• Uniting HIP 103438

• LHS 1505 Life Ltd

• HIP 18725 Purple Allied Industry

• Liberate Ceos

• Corin Jet State Corporation

• LPM 752 Industries

• Progressive Party of GD 140

• UGP 64 Jet Travel and Co

Expansions occur when a minor faction reaches a sufficient level of influence and there is a populated system within striking distance. Expansion is costly, so when a faction expands, the wealth and development level of the system it controls are temporarily reduced.

The United Epsilon Indi Flag has announced that its campaign to decriminalise Indi Bourbon received the full support of the galactic community. Hundreds of pilots responded to the group's appeal for help, flooding Mansfield Orbiter with illegal rare liquors in protest against the Federal decision to restrict the sale of the popular bourbon.

Yulia 'The Needle' Kuriakova, a spokesperson for the organisation, released a brief statement:

"It is with great pleasure that we announce the reclassification of Indi Bourbon, thanks in no small part to the hundreds of Pilots Federation members who answered our call. Corporations need to learn that they cannot undermine long-held traditions just to line their own corrupt pockets. It is no small irony that those same officials accepted bribes to legitimise Indi Bourbon."

This report presents the latest data on the security status of the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to experience a lockdown:

• Social Lalande 2682 Alliance

• Mebech Tzu Protectorate

• Snoqui Xian Future

• Epsilon Indi Purple Central

• Orgetu Jet Mafia

• Liberals of Chongguls

• Fomovithi Corp.

• Alliance of Neganhot

• Official Elska Movement

• Jet Power Network

When a faction experiences a lockdown, the security rating of the system it controls temporarily increases and the system's wealth temporarily decreases. Bounty hunting activity can shorten the lockdown period.

Here are the latest factions to experience civil unrest:

• Noblemen of Nez Perce

• HIP 80242 Blue Universal Serv

• Alliance of Reddot

• Revolutionary UGP 145 Free

• Friends of Oho Bajo

• Allied CE Bootis Defence Force

• George Pantazis Democrats

• Partnership of DW Camelopardalis

• Namago Commodities

• Friends of Arngi

Civil unrest is the result of illegal activity. When a faction is affected by civil unrest, the standard of living in the system it controls temporarily decreases, as does the system's wealth. Combat missions and activities can bring civil unrest to an end.

Authorities at Fozard Dock in the HIP 19934 system have announced the immediate suspension of all services due to Unknown Artefact-related interference. Starport personnel have confirmed that only docking and shipyard access remain available. This brings the total number of starports closed as a result of the technological plague to 12.

The affected stations are:

• Fozard Dock, HIP 19934

• Irens Dock, Manite

• Ackerman Market, Eravate

• von Bellingshausen Port, Almar

• Haack Gateway, Halbangaay

• Gabriel Enterprise, Harma

• Gurragchaa Gateway, Warkushanui

• Gaiman Dock, 49 Arietis

• Weyn Dock, 64 Arietis

• Korolyov Hub, Arawere

• Lobachevsky Outpost, Pic Tok

• Carter Port, Rhea

Meanwhile, the following starports are still experiencing technical issues:

• Alexander Freeport, HIP 18843

• Bloch Vision, Loperada

• Love Ring, Evejitaka

• Robigo Mines, Robigo

• Saunders's Dive, Wolf 1301

• Skvortsov Orbital, 63 G. Capricorni

• Hinz Hub, Ngobe

This report presents the latest data on expansion among the galaxy's minor factions.

Here are the latest factions to have expanded into new systems:

• Malibata Purple Bridge Comms

• Confederacy of Mandubii

• Nagarans League

• Guardians of Harmony

• LHS 304 Crimson Dynamic Co

• HIP 58213 Co-operative

• Keliuona Patron's Principles

• Bodhinga Empire Assembly

• Silver Life Co

• Uniting Qamadi

Expansions occur when a minor faction reaches a sufficient level of influence and there is a populated system within striking distance. Expansion is costly, so when a faction expands, the wealth and development level of the system it controls are temporarily reduced.

Tensions between the Federation and the Empire look likely to increase following an announcement from Federal politician Jacob Harris. In a statement released to The Federal Times, Harris claimed that the destruction of Starship One was not the result of mechanical failure, as was widely reported, but was in fact the result of deliberate sabotage by Imperial agents.

"I cannot identify my sources for fear of compromising their safety," said Harris, "but I can assure you that their information is correct. Starship One was destroyed by the Empire in an attempt to destabilise the Federal power base. It was made to look like an accident – the official Federal investigation even concluded it was an accident – but it most certainly was not."

Imperial officials were quick to condemn Harris's claims, citing both his lack of evidence and his reluctance to reveal his sources. Among those voicing scepticism was Senator Zemina Torval.

"This is nothing more than uncorroborated gossip," said the senator, "and it is highly irresponsible of Jacob Harris to disseminate such rumours. The Empire would never perpetrate such an act, and given Harris's well-known predilection for scaremongering, I think only a fool would believe him."

The Federation appeared less eager to dismiss Harris's claims, although a statement from Shadow President Felicia Winters indicated that she was not necessarily ready to accept the story, either.

"These rumours are certainly troubling, but it would be highly imprudent for us to believe them without evidence. Harris has made an extraordinary claim, so the burden of proving that claim rests with him."

The Morrina Pro-Alliance Party has announced that its campaign to clear the Morrina system of agitators was a success. Hundreds of combat pilots responded to the appeal, taking to their ships to eliminate the criminals operating in the system. A spokesperson for the Morrina Pro-Alliance Party released a brief statement:

"We are hugely grateful to all those who contributed to this campaign. Your efforts have brought a measure of stability to Morrina, allowing us to move towards a better, more peaceful future."