news feed; Sunday, July 17th, 2011
Sunday; July 17th, 2011
Weather SEE SPECIAL REPORT. High 22 °C and a low of 13°C (72deg;F/55°F)e
Current Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Morning sirens will go off at 5:31 am, and evening sirens will go off at 9:06 pm.
[Arriving Newcomers in the Starter Apartments will be recieving another WELCOME PACKAGE of appeasing goodies from AGI and SERO, along with information about upcoming Corporate Job Fairs. AGI will provide a $20 gift certificate towards any affiliated restaurant or counter-service eatery, and SERO will provide a $20 gift card valid at the nearest three Sector 4 locations of their pharmacy chain, Seronex.]
Weather Phenomenon Returns
Local meteorologists have reported a strange growing of clouds coming in from the South. Thick grayish pink clouds rolling towards the port and expected to reach the city some time in the evening and weather through all night long. It is unknown where or how those clouds appear but one thing is for sure, it's not just water that will fall.
Stan Judson, Meteorologist gave a few words. ”We haven't seen clouds like this since 1987 when the entire city was covered in them. Red rains fell for hours. Some people call it the Bloody rain, though it's not real blood. It has a bit of a coppery taste to it if ingested. I wouldn't suggest staying out in it, if that can be helped, but I don't recall it being harmful. It did leave a red tint on the city for some weeks after. We're not positive if it has something to do with the Darkness or something else, as this is only the second time we've seen it.”
New Governor Townshed has asked everyone to remain calm in the face of the weather this evening. Some health and safety tips below will help everyone deal with this incident if followed.
[mod note: Safety tips follow the news article explaining how to do common sense things like keep extra water stocked through out the day as well as the night, and though it is not toxic, try not to ingest it. The rain will start, spotty at first, around 4pm through out the city. A heavy falling of it will happen 30 minutes before the sirens go off. The rain will fall off and on through the Darkness. By morning there will be spotty clouds here and there but for the most part it will be gone. As an added bonus, anyone living near a family with small children and babies might find that they are very cranky. Babies in the port will be cranky and cry lots. Enjoy that, light sleepers. Questions, please ask!]
Horoscopes
Aries
March 21 - April 19
Just when you thought things were somewhat normal, you will soon be involved in discussions to advance your career and/or finances. A cutting-edge concept could prove to be exciting and profitable. If you hear or see something to your advantage this week, don't hesitate to act, because this will be a lucky break you won't want to miss our on. Loved ones are especially fortunate for you now as sources of advice, so listen to what they have to say and take a closer look before you say or decide on anything.
Taurus
April 20 - May 20
You'd love to give others benefit of the doubt, but you would be wise to be a little less trusting this week. if someone lets you down, don't just shrug it off: let them know you are not amused. However, while this applies in your personal life, this does not extend to career matters. The only thing between you and wads of cash right now is an inflexible attitude. If you don't agree with someone, put yourself in their shoes and try to envision the problem from their point of view. You don't have to change your opinion, but it is helpful to understand things from a different perspective.
Gemini
May 21 - June 20
Yesterday's worries about money will soon be tomorrow's decisions as to how you are going to spend you latest windfall. A companion might have something that could turn out to be a good deal, but not necessarily in the form it's being presented. Be sure to check it out first before going along with it. Maybe, just maybe, you should put some of your resources aside for the proverbial rainy day instead. Or maybe not! It depends how much you rely on instant gratification.
Cancer
June 21 - July 22
Cosmic powers are smiling on you now, promising great things if you are brave enough to believe that all things are possible. Don't settle for second rate- be the very best. You won't accept all that you've offered. Extra ordinary generousity makes you feel beholden to the giver. While there is a lot of good news headed your way, not everyone is so fortunate, so make it your aim to cheer up those who are feeling a bit depressed. Cancerians are so good with healing words.
Leo
July 23 - August 22
Listen to what other people have to say before you make up your mind. Somtimes, the power lies in your ability to keep silent. However, you could do yourself a great disfavor by putting more stock in the opinions of others than you do in your own thinking. If all the relevant details are not availible, you can be misled by first impressions. To make an informed decisions, collect as much information as possible. Remember, it's not necessary to penalize yourself in order to get along.
Virgo
August 23 - September 22
Everyone can get down in the dumps now and again. Even if you tend to be an optimist, you can catch yourself looking at life in a negative way, but now is not the time for a pity party. You have a lot to do, and a positive attitude can springboard you into prosperity and happiness. Even if you are the kind of Virgo who doesn't much enjoy being part of a team, you will want to work closely with others this week. Group activities of all kinds are under excellent stars until the full moon.
Libra
September 23 - October 23
Libran attention is like miracle-gro. It makes things flourish. However, if you spend too much time on one area of your world, you will become bored and feel restricted. Don't fall into the trap of single-mindedness at the exclusion of everything else. Life is a balancing act, and you are the scales. At you best, everything will fall into place. You aren't likely to escape some frustrations, but by keeping a cool head and sense of humor intact, you can achieve you objectives and minimuize the negatives.
Scorpio
October 24 - November 21
Eventually, you can have everything you want, but you may have to wait for all the pieces to fall into place. If you choose the perfect time to approach someone, you will have a better result than when they are preoccupied. Be patient and know you'll have your turn- good things come to those who wait! No matter how anxious or angry you feel, you must put it out of your mind and think only of uplifting things. Seek a harmonious feeling in your heart and know you are connected to the people who paved the roads you walk on.
Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21
Discussions this week can show you that a change could be beneficial. If a situation does not work for you, restructure or renegotiate the terms. It is not too late. Do whatever it takes to find a new way to operate. It is a positive move to reset boundaries, even if it upsets others. Things will go better if you give others the impression that you have their best interests at heart. It's not that you don't care, but maybe you're not showing it as openly as you could.
Capricorn
December 22 - January 19
You probably have more work than you can handle right now, but that has never stopped you from taking on an extra challenge. It will be difficult to say no to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity headed your way, but think about how you will fit the added responsibility into your schedule. Get ready to streamline your day-to-day activities as much as possible. Get your act together- if not, you risk making a mistake and making a fool of yourself, and that won't impress anyone. Capricorns are supposed to be reliable, remember!
Aquarius
January 20 - February 18
All that negative thoughts will do is cloud your mind and entice you to quit at the first sign of trouble, instead of getting tough. If something you are working on does not seem to be making much progess you may be tempted to give up on it altogether. Don't. You are so close to breakthrough but you just can't see it yet. Give it a little more time. Good news is headed your way, but you may not see it if you are focused on things that are going wrong instead of right.
Pisces
February 19 - March 20
Someone will make you a wonderful offer this week, and you must grab it with both hands. You have a certain way of charming people whether or not you mean to. Enjoy the wave of popularity that occurs now. You'll like yourself more and more. Others feel this and become comfortable in your presence, if not enamoured by your joie de vivre. Guard yourself against the inclination to change things that are running smoothly. All your well meaning adjustments are likely to do is penalize your efforts.
[OOC Note: The horoscopes are considered by most in the City to be very accurate, since a lady with an ability for this sort of thing provides them. Use them as you will - accurate or not.]
Other News/Ads
- Vigilante 'Batman' Bound for Bounty
In a press conference given early this morning, SERO representatives reports that there has been a break-in at their Geology Lab yesterday evening by a man whose description fits the 'Batman' rumours that have been circulating.
"The man clearly exists," the representative said, holding up two images of the so-called 'urban legend'. "His objective was the theft of an important specimen which would have been of great help for our current agricultural problems."
"We are disappointed that the police have yet dealt with the problem, especially after the Joker was delivered to them in such dire conditions." SERO then stated that they would take the matters of 'Batman's' arrest very seriously.
SERO also wish to reassure the public that such an act of terrorism has not stemmed their determination for better agriculture and food in Siren's Port.
- No Huffing and Puffing for Port Addicts
While out doing routine licensing check-ups at Gibson's Boat Rental this Saturday, Officer Bigby Wolf made a big discovery. 250 Kilos of cocaine were found hidden in fishing coolers, beneath the day's catch, on a commercial rental fishing vessel. Likely transferred from a larger offshore trading vessel at the edge of the pull, the estimated street worth of this drug figures around 30 to 40 million dollars, making it one of the bigger busts in port history.
Chief Miller lauded Officer Wolf's efforts, noting that this is not the first significant contribution newcomers have made to the police force, but encouraging them to keep up the good work. Wolf himself gruffly declined comment to several questions, including how he knew to search for drugs at a rental fishing wharf. Not revealing any hot tip, he simply offered: "I was with the police for more than a decade before Siren's Port. There are signs you pick up."
- Authorities are combing through the wreckage of a single family home on the 1732 block of Aspen Lane, which, according to neighbors, appeared to have taken severe damage from a powerful blast of energy early this morning. Neighbors were awoken at approximately 3 a.m. by what was described as an explosion that rattled the windows and knocked photos from the walls. When heading outside to investigate, they discovered the house had a gaping hole that almost went entirely to the back wall of the home. The structure later collapsed from the damage. No injuries have been reported. Authorities said the home, which was owned by Xehanort, was unoccupied at the time of the attack. No suspects have been named.
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Weather SEE SPECIAL REPORT. High 22 °C and a low of 13°C (72deg;F/55°F)e
Current Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Morning sirens will go off at 5:31 am, and evening sirens will go off at 9:06 pm.
[Arriving Newcomers in the Starter Apartments will be recieving another WELCOME PACKAGE of appeasing goodies from AGI and SERO, along with information about upcoming Corporate Job Fairs. AGI will provide a $20 gift certificate towards any affiliated restaurant or counter-service eatery, and SERO will provide a $20 gift card valid at the nearest three Sector 4 locations of their pharmacy chain, Seronex.]
Weather Phenomenon Returns
Local meteorologists have reported a strange growing of clouds coming in from the South. Thick grayish pink clouds rolling towards the port and expected to reach the city some time in the evening and weather through all night long. It is unknown where or how those clouds appear but one thing is for sure, it's not just water that will fall.
Stan Judson, Meteorologist gave a few words. ”We haven't seen clouds like this since 1987 when the entire city was covered in them. Red rains fell for hours. Some people call it the Bloody rain, though it's not real blood. It has a bit of a coppery taste to it if ingested. I wouldn't suggest staying out in it, if that can be helped, but I don't recall it being harmful. It did leave a red tint on the city for some weeks after. We're not positive if it has something to do with the Darkness or something else, as this is only the second time we've seen it.”
New Governor Townshed has asked everyone to remain calm in the face of the weather this evening. Some health and safety tips below will help everyone deal with this incident if followed.
[mod note: Safety tips follow the news article explaining how to do common sense things like keep extra water stocked through out the day as well as the night, and though it is not toxic, try not to ingest it. The rain will start, spotty at first, around 4pm through out the city. A heavy falling of it will happen 30 minutes before the sirens go off. The rain will fall off and on through the Darkness. By morning there will be spotty clouds here and there but for the most part it will be gone. As an added bonus, anyone living near a family with small children and babies might find that they are very cranky. Babies in the port will be cranky and cry lots. Enjoy that, light sleepers. Questions, please ask!]
Horoscopes
Aries
March 21 - April 19
Just when you thought things were somewhat normal, you will soon be involved in discussions to advance your career and/or finances. A cutting-edge concept could prove to be exciting and profitable. If you hear or see something to your advantage this week, don't hesitate to act, because this will be a lucky break you won't want to miss our on. Loved ones are especially fortunate for you now as sources of advice, so listen to what they have to say and take a closer look before you say or decide on anything.
Taurus
April 20 - May 20
You'd love to give others benefit of the doubt, but you would be wise to be a little less trusting this week. if someone lets you down, don't just shrug it off: let them know you are not amused. However, while this applies in your personal life, this does not extend to career matters. The only thing between you and wads of cash right now is an inflexible attitude. If you don't agree with someone, put yourself in their shoes and try to envision the problem from their point of view. You don't have to change your opinion, but it is helpful to understand things from a different perspective.
Gemini
May 21 - June 20
Yesterday's worries about money will soon be tomorrow's decisions as to how you are going to spend you latest windfall. A companion might have something that could turn out to be a good deal, but not necessarily in the form it's being presented. Be sure to check it out first before going along with it. Maybe, just maybe, you should put some of your resources aside for the proverbial rainy day instead. Or maybe not! It depends how much you rely on instant gratification.
Cancer
June 21 - July 22
Cosmic powers are smiling on you now, promising great things if you are brave enough to believe that all things are possible. Don't settle for second rate- be the very best. You won't accept all that you've offered. Extra ordinary generousity makes you feel beholden to the giver. While there is a lot of good news headed your way, not everyone is so fortunate, so make it your aim to cheer up those who are feeling a bit depressed. Cancerians are so good with healing words.
Leo
July 23 - August 22
Listen to what other people have to say before you make up your mind. Somtimes, the power lies in your ability to keep silent. However, you could do yourself a great disfavor by putting more stock in the opinions of others than you do in your own thinking. If all the relevant details are not availible, you can be misled by first impressions. To make an informed decisions, collect as much information as possible. Remember, it's not necessary to penalize yourself in order to get along.
Virgo
August 23 - September 22
Everyone can get down in the dumps now and again. Even if you tend to be an optimist, you can catch yourself looking at life in a negative way, but now is not the time for a pity party. You have a lot to do, and a positive attitude can springboard you into prosperity and happiness. Even if you are the kind of Virgo who doesn't much enjoy being part of a team, you will want to work closely with others this week. Group activities of all kinds are under excellent stars until the full moon.
Libra
September 23 - October 23
Libran attention is like miracle-gro. It makes things flourish. However, if you spend too much time on one area of your world, you will become bored and feel restricted. Don't fall into the trap of single-mindedness at the exclusion of everything else. Life is a balancing act, and you are the scales. At you best, everything will fall into place. You aren't likely to escape some frustrations, but by keeping a cool head and sense of humor intact, you can achieve you objectives and minimuize the negatives.
Scorpio
October 24 - November 21
Eventually, you can have everything you want, but you may have to wait for all the pieces to fall into place. If you choose the perfect time to approach someone, you will have a better result than when they are preoccupied. Be patient and know you'll have your turn- good things come to those who wait! No matter how anxious or angry you feel, you must put it out of your mind and think only of uplifting things. Seek a harmonious feeling in your heart and know you are connected to the people who paved the roads you walk on.
Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21
Discussions this week can show you that a change could be beneficial. If a situation does not work for you, restructure or renegotiate the terms. It is not too late. Do whatever it takes to find a new way to operate. It is a positive move to reset boundaries, even if it upsets others. Things will go better if you give others the impression that you have their best interests at heart. It's not that you don't care, but maybe you're not showing it as openly as you could.
Capricorn
December 22 - January 19
You probably have more work than you can handle right now, but that has never stopped you from taking on an extra challenge. It will be difficult to say no to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity headed your way, but think about how you will fit the added responsibility into your schedule. Get ready to streamline your day-to-day activities as much as possible. Get your act together- if not, you risk making a mistake and making a fool of yourself, and that won't impress anyone. Capricorns are supposed to be reliable, remember!
Aquarius
January 20 - February 18
All that negative thoughts will do is cloud your mind and entice you to quit at the first sign of trouble, instead of getting tough. If something you are working on does not seem to be making much progess you may be tempted to give up on it altogether. Don't. You are so close to breakthrough but you just can't see it yet. Give it a little more time. Good news is headed your way, but you may not see it if you are focused on things that are going wrong instead of right.
Pisces
February 19 - March 20
Someone will make you a wonderful offer this week, and you must grab it with both hands. You have a certain way of charming people whether or not you mean to. Enjoy the wave of popularity that occurs now. You'll like yourself more and more. Others feel this and become comfortable in your presence, if not enamoured by your joie de vivre. Guard yourself against the inclination to change things that are running smoothly. All your well meaning adjustments are likely to do is penalize your efforts.
[OOC Note: The horoscopes are considered by most in the City to be very accurate, since a lady with an ability for this sort of thing provides them. Use them as you will - accurate or not.]
Other News/Ads
- Vigilante 'Batman' Bound for Bounty
In a press conference given early this morning, SERO representatives reports that there has been a break-in at their Geology Lab yesterday evening by a man whose description fits the 'Batman' rumours that have been circulating.
"The man clearly exists," the representative said, holding up two images of the so-called 'urban legend'. "His objective was the theft of an important specimen which would have been of great help for our current agricultural problems."
"We are disappointed that the police have yet dealt with the problem, especially after the Joker was delivered to them in such dire conditions." SERO then stated that they would take the matters of 'Batman's' arrest very seriously.
SERO also wish to reassure the public that such an act of terrorism has not stemmed their determination for better agriculture and food in Siren's Port.
- No Huffing and Puffing for Port Addicts
While out doing routine licensing check-ups at Gibson's Boat Rental this Saturday, Officer Bigby Wolf made a big discovery. 250 Kilos of cocaine were found hidden in fishing coolers, beneath the day's catch, on a commercial rental fishing vessel. Likely transferred from a larger offshore trading vessel at the edge of the pull, the estimated street worth of this drug figures around 30 to 40 million dollars, making it one of the bigger busts in port history.
Chief Miller lauded Officer Wolf's efforts, noting that this is not the first significant contribution newcomers have made to the police force, but encouraging them to keep up the good work. Wolf himself gruffly declined comment to several questions, including how he knew to search for drugs at a rental fishing wharf. Not revealing any hot tip, he simply offered: "I was with the police for more than a decade before Siren's Port. There are signs you pick up."
- Authorities are combing through the wreckage of a single family home on the 1732 block of Aspen Lane, which, according to neighbors, appeared to have taken severe damage from a powerful blast of energy early this morning. Neighbors were awoken at approximately 3 a.m. by what was described as an explosion that rattled the windows and knocked photos from the walls. When heading outside to investigate, they discovered the house had a gaping hole that almost went entirely to the back wall of the home. The structure later collapsed from the damage. No injuries have been reported. Authorities said the home, which was owned by Xehanort, was unoccupied at the time of the attack. No suspects have been named.
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