Pikachurin Posted August 17, 2009 Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 (edited) Disparu News Network (DNN) is Disparu's public radio and television broadcaster. DNN is Disparu's number one news agency, and broadcasts the latest news and events within Disparu. News Articles: Protectorate of Ontario officially established! Order of the Committee awarded to four more people, The dissolution of J Andres – how will it affect us?, Government websites reallocated, New version of the $200 bill issued by Bank of Disparu. Global Research: a rising institution in Disparu Eterna liberated!, Montreal almost healed after the Great Lake Provinces' biological attack, Reconstruction efforts in the Disparuean border going well, Nation begins to return to its normal state as peace is imminent, St. Lawrence Seaway expansion project finally defeated in Parliament, Darach Park Federal Academies and Museums finally completed and opened, New biological facility opened in Black Mesa Maritime Command unveils new ships, Civil defence measures, Museum complex plans finalized St. Lawrence Seaway expansion passes Royal Inquiry, Cynthia Celeste interred at Parliament Emergency Protocols, Darach Park upgrades, Labrador referendum finalizing its results Border defences along GLP to be torn down; former residents rejoice, Government planning to repay J Andreans, Referendum to be held in Labrador, Update on Celeste's assassination and the ESE's destruction, and other related news Project to upgrade Disparu's transportation systems announced by MoT Seaway expansion project announced Chancellor Celeste assassinated by terrorist, Atkin appointed as new Chancellor Tragedy at Black Mesa! New trade and travel sanctions against GLP, planned defence system announced by military (also, socialists) Eterna Stock Exchange destroyed! Establishment of the Protectorate of Labrador, New Project in the Capital A Couple of Announcements Another War With Terrorists (Contains Classified Content IC) Slow news week - 24 May 2011 Gaspésie, the new province!, The 14th Ministry, Judicial Police formed! Proper navy established, Spacecraft launched to Mars, new initiatives by DSA Internet Upgrades, New Missions Announced by DSA, Announcements from the Monarchy, New Abortion Law, Political Rumours Disparu Day Two Transportation Systems Completed, New Government Agency Created Animal abuse suit ruled by court as invalid, Almian teacher ordered by MoE to cease and desist. Possible political party merger Happy New Year! New coin set released, Francophone Office declared unconstitutional, Project Aurasphere Two cities renamed, Space Telescope flown to New England, Project Aurasphere Provincial capital renamed, royal anthem abolished, construction of dish array Project Aurasphere, first satellite launched Provincial name change; repairs completed Continuing Canada's scientific legacy Project Aurasphere Anti-Copyright Bill vetoed Remains of Black Mesa Research Facility rediscovered Executive Council announced, new anthem, upgrades to DFHQ DPD Commercial Amendments to the Disparuean Constitution GLS War Ends Fortification of Disparu's borders Disparuean suffrage rights and office requirements updated Flags lowered at half-staff Darach Park opened to the public Disparu abandons capital punishment Lockdown lifted Emergency Government Flyer #1 Province of Coronet under lockdown Major evacuation Capital punishment law revised De facto religion updated Order of the Committee awarded to McHortons CEO Safety measures by the Government Assassin update Social Insurance System launched Assassination report released by the DIA and DIB Capital punishment is now in effect Capital punishment bill passed Capital punishment bill proposed (OoC: Click here for the old news thread.) Edited December 6, 2010 by Pikachurin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 (edited) Capital punishment bill proposed 17 August 2009 After Cynthia Celeste's [Empire Party] recent ascension to the Chancellorship, she has proposed that capital punishment should be legalized in Disparu, albeit with several restrictions. The proposed bill states that anyone who has been sentenced to life imprisonment, such as those who have been convicted of murder or treason, can be executed via euthanasia if the Commons, Disparu's lower house currently composed of 450 members, unanimously supports the criminal's execution. If the vote passes, the sentence can be cancelled by the Senate or the Executive Council. Since the bill has been proposed at the Executive Council, only the eighteen members of the Council may vote. The bill needs a simple majority in order to pass and become law. However, the Commons may override the Council's decision if the bill does pass. The bill has been criticized by religious organizations and human rights activists. "I don't care if a death sentence needs an unanimous vote, it's still inhumane!" says one activist who wished to remain anonymous. The vote will be held in three days. Stay tuned for updates. Edited August 18, 2009 by Pikachurin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Californian Posted August 17, 2009 Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 We support the use of capital punishment for crimes including murder, $%&@, and treason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEDCJT Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 We support the use of capital punishment for crimes including murder, $%&@, and treason. "As do we. Such crimes should never go unpunished." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Capital punishment bill passed 20 August 2009 Surprisingly, the controversial capital punishment bill proposed three days ago has passed the Executive Council bya margin of 22%. However, it has been rerouted to the Commons after a group of MPs overrode the Executive Council's decision. The bill needs the support of at least two-thirds of the Commons (about 150 MPs) in order to pass. If the vote passes, it still needs to pass through the Senate before becoming law. Stay tuned for updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Capital punishment law is now in effect The capital punishment bill proposed by Chancellor Cynthia Celeste on 17 August 2009 has passed the Commons and Senate by a small margin. Anyone sentenced to life imprisonment from this point on may be executed via lethal injection if the Commons unanimously agrees on the condemned's execution. Otherwise, the criminal will continue to serve his/her term. Anyone who has been sentenced to life imprisonment before the law came to effect is exempt from this new law. An execution chamber is currently being constructed in all four provinces. The execution chambers will be constructed in the province's high-security prison. Stay tuned for updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowzilla Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Capital punishment law is now in effectThe capital punishment bill proposed by Chancellor Cynthia Celeste on 17 August 2009 has passed the Commons and Senate by a small margin. Anyone sentenced to life imprisonment from this point on may be executed via lethal injection if the Commons unanimously agrees on the condemned's execution. Otherwise, the criminal will continue to serve his/her term. Anyone who has been sentenced to life imprisonment before the law came to effect is exempt from this new law. An execution chamber is currently being constructed in all four provinces. The execution chambers will be constructed in the province's high-security prison. Stay tuned for updates. While the Government of Eagleia respects the decisions of the legislatures of Disparu, we personally believe that the taking of a life can never be justified, no matter how serious the crime. Execution is outlawed in Eagleia and the highest punishment a criminal can receive is life in prison, which is usually considered worse than execution anyhow. This gives serious criminals time to rethink their life, and if they reform, may be released after 20 years in prison (less for older people/people with serious sicknesses). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Seb Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 While the Government of Eagleia respects the decisions of the legislatures of Disparu, we personally believe that the taking of a life can never be justified, no matter how serious the crime. Execution is outlawed in Eagleia and the highest punishment a criminal can receive is life in prison, which is usually considered worse than execution anyhow. This gives serious criminals time to rethink their life, and if they reform, may be released after 20 years in prison (less for older people/people with serious sicknesses). You considered murderers and child rapists worthy of life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 (edited) While the Government of Eagleia respects the decisions of the legislatures of Disparu, we personally believe that the taking of a life can never be justified, no matter how serious the crime. Execution is outlawed in Eagleia and the highest punishment a criminal can receive is life in prison, which is usually considered worse than execution anyhow. This gives serious criminals time to rethink their life, and if they reform, may be released after 20 years in prison (less for older people/people with serious sicknesses). We understand your position. In Disparu, capital punishment shall only be used in extreme cases. In order to be executed, every single Member of Parliament must agree that the criminal should be executed. Even if the Commons does decide that a criminal should be executed, the decision can still be rerouted to the Senate and/or the Executive Council, where it could still be defeated. And if does pass the Senate or the Executive Council, the criminal's lawyer can appeal this decision at the Supreme Court of Disparu. The criminal will not be executed until everything has been settled. Capital punishment in Disparu is optional, it is not mandatory for every single person who has been sentenced to life imprisonment. Edited August 19, 2009 by Pikachurin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtleknifewielder Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 (edited) Promised Land itself condones the Death Penalty in extreme cases, where the person in question has killed or ireparably harmed the lives of multiple people. This is automatically assumed in crimes of treason, as the person is considered responsible for trying to harm the nation as a whole. Edited August 19, 2009 by Subtleknifewielder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Assassination report released by the DIA and DIB (OoC: Read this for more information about the assassination) IC: The Disparuean Intelligence Agency (DIA), along with the Disparuean Investigation Bureau (DIB), has released parts of the report concerning the assassination of Queen Caitlin Darach. The reports states that the assassination was ordered by a terrorist group known as the Gauntlet. The goals and location of the group has not been released. The three criminals involved in the assassination are currently facing charges of treason and murder, among other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Social Insurance System launched The Ministry of Health, along with the Ministry of Finance, has recently announced the launch of the Social Insurance System (SIS), a social security program designed to support the aging citizens of Disparu. The implementation of SIS will cause taxes to be increased from 28% to 30% in order to accommodate the program. The program has been applauded by several MPs, although it has also received criticism. "I'm not gonna pay more taxes just to give these oldies free money!", said one critic who wished to remain anonymous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEDCJT Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Social Insurance System launchedThe Ministry of Health, along with the Ministry of Finance, has recently announced the launch of the Social Insurance System (SIS), a social security program designed to support the aging citizens of Disparu. The implementation of SIS will cause taxes to be increased from 28% to 30% in order to accommodate the program. The program has been applauded by several MPs, although it has also received criticism. "I'm not gonna pay more taxes just to give these oldies free money!", said one critic who wished to remain anonymous. OOC: Social Security Wonder, right? IC: "We congratulate our neighbor on the establishment of a social insurance system, or as we call it, a Social Security system. We reckon it will benefit your people and nation well, so to say." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 OOC: Social Security Wonder, right? IC: "We congratulate our neighbor on the establishment of a social insurance system, or as we call it, a Social Security system. We reckon it will benefit your people and nation well, so to say." OoC: Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtleknifewielder Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Our congratulations on establishing such a system. We have had one for some tyime now, and it has greatly benefited our nation. OOC: Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 OoC: Thanks! IC: We thank the nations of New England and Promised Land for their compliments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 (edited) Assassin update The assassin responsible for the death of Queen Darach, along with his accomplices, have been sentenced to life imprisonment, and are currently incarcerated in the high-security prison in the province of Coronet. The assassin has been successfully charged with murder, treason and participation in a hate group, while his accomplices has been successfully charged with treason and participation in a hate group. The Commons has proposed that the assassin should be executed for his crimes. If the vote passes and nothing else happens, the assassin will be the first criminal to have been sentenced to death. The assassins lawyer has told reporters that if the vote passes, he will appeal the Commons decision in the Supreme Court. Stay tuned for updates. ________________________ Update: The Commons has unanimously voted that the assassin should be executed. The assassin's lawyer has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court. If the appeal is denied, the assassin will be the first person to be executed in Disparu. Update 2: The appeal has been denied. The assassin will be the first person to be executed in Disparu. Edited August 23, 2009 by Pikachurin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Safety measures by the Government Due to a recent lawsuit against the Government of Disparu, by a man who was critically injured after his car smashed into a tree at one hundred kilometers per hour (while he was playing a game that required 100% concentration on his phone), the Government is ordering the appropriate ministries to update their safety guidelines. Disparuean drivers will start to see more flashy road signs when driving. Here is a new sign in action: All new signs will be in English and French, for obvious reasons. Meanwhile, each province's Ministry of Transportation has commissioned a committee to update the safe driving guidelines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Order of the Committee awarded to McHortons CEO George Sparks, current CEO of McHortons, has been awarded with the Order of the Committee, Disparu's highest civilian honour, for refusing to relocate McHortons's HQ to another nation, even if it means that his company will not be able to maximize profits. "As you all may have heard, Mr. Sparks was recently approached by the leader of a capitalist state here in North America, encouraging him to move McHortons to their nation. Since this particular nation had dismal labour laws, moving McHortons to this new nation would probably increase their profits. Unfortunately, moving would also involve firing thousands of McHortons's Disparuean employees. Mr. Sparks decided to do the right thing; he refused the offer.", said Chancellor Cynthia Celeste, a member of the Committee, during a speech at the awarding ceremony. "Personally, I don't care if we get more money, as long as my employees are happy, I'm happy.", said Sparks when asked about the deal. McHortons is a popular fast-food restaurant chain in Disparu, and also has branches in Viniland, Promised Land, New England, Marscurian Pakistan, United Netherlands and the Imperial Union. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king of cochin Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 The Kingdom of Cochin permits McHortons to operate in our country. Only provision is that sub standard quality of food materials is liable for criminal prosecution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 The Kingdom of Cochin permits McHortons to operate in our country. Only provision is that sub standard quality of food materials is liable for criminal prosecution. "We would be happy to establish ourselves in the Kingdom of Cochin. And since our policy is "Customers before profit", our ingredients and tools will never be sub-standard." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king of cochin Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 "We are glad to hear that. You have permission to start operations in all provinces of the Kingdom except Baloch Province." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachurin Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 "We are glad to hear that. You have permission to start operations in all provinces of the Kingdom except Baloch Province." "Thank you. Just out of curiosity, why are we forbidden to start operations in Baloch Province?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king of cochin Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Baloch is an almost exclusively military province with very little civilian population. Hence it might not be profitable for your company. Moreover it is a sensitive zone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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