news feed; Friday, November 11th, 2011
Friday, November 11th, 2011
Weather Rain, heavy at times, and tapering off to light showers with strong gusts of wind in the afternoon. High 9°C and a low of 3°C (48deg;F/37°F)
Current Moon Phase:Full Moon
Morning sirens go off at 8:21 am, and evening sirens are at 5:32 pm.
[Arriving Newcomers in the Starter Apartments will be receiving another WELCOME PACKAGE of appeasing goodies from AGI and SERO, along with information about upcoming corporate job openings. AGI will provide a complimentary cover card, valid for free entry at any affiliated Sector 1 nightclub and good for 7 visits, while SERO will provide $15 in game credits redeemable at Sector 2’s Zipz Technotainment Arcade.
The Underground Mall Club’s Association are also leaving coupon books at the Tower Apartments lobby to be distributed by greeters, for discounted meals at the Mall’s Food Court, free shoe rental at 1-2-3 Bowling Alley with the purchase of a game, and free small popcorn from the Crest Theatre with the purchase of a ticket.]
News & Advertisements
- More in the bounty hunting controversy as Allen Wheeler, the hacker who released electronic ‘business transaction’ information to the general public over the NV network, was found dead in the Underground Mall late last night. Wheeler had been evading police for several days, though SPPD and corporate security alike had been tracking IP addresses to find where he'd been updating his (now rather popular) conspiracy blog.
Unfortunately for investigators and his new plethora of fans, he was found dead in a cheap motel room.
The cause of death is yet unknown, but police have said that they believe foul play is involved, due to the highly reckless decision to out some very important information that pertains to highly trained killers. The news reporter makes a very clear point (completely shattering the idea of not being biased) that they seem to think that this was an idiotic idea, as he basically made himself a target for every hunter in the city, and that there is little to no chance of finding the killer, as it could even be the police who put the hit out, for all the public knows.
(Later, the writer will come to regret saying this, as though is it said with complete sarcasm, it's picked up by blogs and commentaries as if completely serious and several people take it as fact. Oops.)
However many people don't share the reporter's opinion, and within hours a tribute blog, a vigil/rally, and a lot of paranoia has already been mustered up.
Later in the day, some of St. Matthew’s known associates speak about the controversy at Mugshots, a popular Sector 3 dive bar known for negotiating deals between cops and free bounty-hunting agents. Speaking for the city’s infamous middleman, they assured press that she did not put bounty out on Wheeler, but the public is skeptical.
Those who were already against the bounty hunting industry, along with non-profit vigilantism, seem to be adding fuel to the fire within the space of the few short hours since Wheeler's death. Editorial blogs and letters to the governor are pouring in, calling for greater transparency and the truth about the city’s fugitive recovery system and the secret lives of mercenaries for hire. Where do they cross the line, and to what extent are they potentially operating as contracted killers?
- Several of the Poppy donation boxes that have been set up around various venues and churches throughout the port have been stolen, police say. The boxes were to collect donations that would be given to veterans on November 11th, Remembrance Day. Officials say that it's nothing new to find poppy donation boxes having been stolen, but this year it appears that the number of thefts has increased. Any witnesses to thefts are encouraged to provide details and anyone with information is encouraged to step forward.
- 11.11.11 @ The Ones, a trendy upscale restaurant and cocktail lounge in Sector 1, is pleased to announce a special bargain, today only-- starting at 11:11 am, enjoy top shelf specialty martinis for just $11 until noon, and bottles of our special reserve Graysons Icewine will be uncorked for $111. The first eleven customers will also receive commemorative collector’s glassware for the occasion. Come celebrate this calender anomaly with us!
- Free Aromatherapy Consultation! Come find our stall (#83) in the Black Market and mention this ad, we’ll help your create your own custom essential oil blend FREE when you purchase any of our pre-mixed 5ml bottles. Relieve stress, rejuvenate your spirit or maybe even spice up your love life!
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[ News Notification Thread]
Weather Rain, heavy at times, and tapering off to light showers with strong gusts of wind in the afternoon. High 9°C and a low of 3°C (48deg;F/37°F)
Current Moon Phase:Full Moon
Morning sirens go off at 8:21 am, and evening sirens are at 5:32 pm.
[Arriving Newcomers in the Starter Apartments will be receiving another WELCOME PACKAGE of appeasing goodies from AGI and SERO, along with information about upcoming corporate job openings. AGI will provide a complimentary cover card, valid for free entry at any affiliated Sector 1 nightclub and good for 7 visits, while SERO will provide $15 in game credits redeemable at Sector 2’s Zipz Technotainment Arcade.
The Underground Mall Club’s Association are also leaving coupon books at the Tower Apartments lobby to be distributed by greeters, for discounted meals at the Mall’s Food Court, free shoe rental at 1-2-3 Bowling Alley with the purchase of a game, and free small popcorn from the Crest Theatre with the purchase of a ticket.]
News & Advertisements
- More in the bounty hunting controversy as Allen Wheeler, the hacker who released electronic ‘business transaction’ information to the general public over the NV network, was found dead in the Underground Mall late last night. Wheeler had been evading police for several days, though SPPD and corporate security alike had been tracking IP addresses to find where he'd been updating his (now rather popular) conspiracy blog.
Unfortunately for investigators and his new plethora of fans, he was found dead in a cheap motel room.
The cause of death is yet unknown, but police have said that they believe foul play is involved, due to the highly reckless decision to out some very important information that pertains to highly trained killers. The news reporter makes a very clear point (completely shattering the idea of not being biased) that they seem to think that this was an idiotic idea, as he basically made himself a target for every hunter in the city, and that there is little to no chance of finding the killer, as it could even be the police who put the hit out, for all the public knows.
(Later, the writer will come to regret saying this, as though is it said with complete sarcasm, it's picked up by blogs and commentaries as if completely serious and several people take it as fact. Oops.)
However many people don't share the reporter's opinion, and within hours a tribute blog, a vigil/rally, and a lot of paranoia has already been mustered up.
Later in the day, some of St. Matthew’s known associates speak about the controversy at Mugshots, a popular Sector 3 dive bar known for negotiating deals between cops and free bounty-hunting agents. Speaking for the city’s infamous middleman, they assured press that she did not put bounty out on Wheeler, but the public is skeptical.
Those who were already against the bounty hunting industry, along with non-profit vigilantism, seem to be adding fuel to the fire within the space of the few short hours since Wheeler's death. Editorial blogs and letters to the governor are pouring in, calling for greater transparency and the truth about the city’s fugitive recovery system and the secret lives of mercenaries for hire. Where do they cross the line, and to what extent are they potentially operating as contracted killers?
- Several of the Poppy donation boxes that have been set up around various venues and churches throughout the port have been stolen, police say. The boxes were to collect donations that would be given to veterans on November 11th, Remembrance Day. Officials say that it's nothing new to find poppy donation boxes having been stolen, but this year it appears that the number of thefts has increased. Any witnesses to thefts are encouraged to provide details and anyone with information is encouraged to step forward.
- 11.11.11 @ The Ones, a trendy upscale restaurant and cocktail lounge in Sector 1, is pleased to announce a special bargain, today only-- starting at 11:11 am, enjoy top shelf specialty martinis for just $11 until noon, and bottles of our special reserve Graysons Icewine will be uncorked for $111. The first eleven customers will also receive commemorative collector’s glassware for the occasion. Come celebrate this calender anomaly with us!
- Free Aromatherapy Consultation! Come find our stall (#83) in the Black Market and mention this ad, we’ll help your create your own custom essential oil blend FREE when you purchase any of our pre-mixed 5ml bottles. Relieve stress, rejuvenate your spirit or maybe even spice up your love life!
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[ News Notification Thread]