The news tickers throughout the Stars End sector are hopping this month. Today's top stories:

Actor Jonathan Granger - Rehab on the Horizon? "He's using again," confirms statement from manager.

Nannite recall order in SE zone 27: G4 radiation burst on levels 12-61 may impact performance. "No immediate danger," says medicomancers.

RhyDin government: Fair Labor Agreement audits underway. Spaceport contracts get clean bill of health, while RASG ordered to take two aspirin and check again in the morning.

Benghu Fever! Confirmed cases now at 23. Death toll at 8. "There will be more," epidemiologist Nan al'Ayrzoth warns.

Benghu Fever! Was there a cover up? Port Authority charges that planetside Governor Fionna Helston al-Amat could have warned the populace sooner.

In space, no one can hear you scream. Or can they? Myth is just that, says one long-haul transport operator.

Today's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! RBF Death Watch: 16 down, 53,210 to go, give or take. Governor al-Amat still says no need to panic while sending daughter off-world for school trip.

Rumored assassination attempt on Urgu Minister D'ren Golrua said to have taken place during lunar observances in Urgun capital of Bor'u. Details not yet confirmed, but sources label it "very close call."

Spotted! Interplanetary master of disguise Waldo seen in busy corridor at StarsEnd megamart next to barber pole. "I almost didn't see him there, but the glasses gave him away!" said excited fan.

Countdown to the Council: Tightened security in hosting Denobrian system impacting major trade routes. Diversions costing shippers trillions each solar cycle.

Today's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 10 - Reported cases 66, death toll 34. Governor expected to provide update on vaccination rates and relief efforts at advisory council meeting. "Expect an optimistic message," says gov staffer.

Benghu Fever! 17 protestors arrested outside Stars End Amphitheather during last day of vaccination clinic after attempting to brick in Gate B entrance. "We don't want them out here!" shouted one protestor before being escorted away by stadium guards.

Benghu Fever! Frigate Jen'Marai stopped from system jump by RASG squadron after anonymous tip that a crew member infected with the RBF-V virus was on board. Port Authority warns all ships that violation of Limited Quarantine Directive 34-J098-X2 by even one vessel could necessitate planet-wide quarantine.

Explosion rocks office building near RhyDin Courthouse overnight. No injuries or fatalities reported; however, cause of the blast appears "suspicious," according to Watch source.

Dragon birthrate down in RhyDin as much as 43 percent in 2011. Cause yet to be determined but xenobiologists with Nexus Academy warn that dragon decline may be tip of iceberg. Studies underway to identify cause and assess potential impact on other species of native fauna.

Countdown to the Council: Just two solar cycles before the 532nd Athraxian Interplanetary Summit to begin. Record 438 representatives now confirmed, many queued for arrival today. Keynote address to be given by the Most Revered Ser Ambrac G'jahen of Lilanh system.

Wednesday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 12 - Reported cases 105, death toll 46. Recovery rate beginning to look promising, according to spaceport medical chief Dr'oonj, but now is not time to let down guard. "This thing could turn on us in a milisecond if we don't do everything in our power to stamp out transmission."

Traffic snarls in spaceport as tightened security measures delay departures. Every ship, every crewmember to be screened before takeoff, vows authorities. 'Port stations suffer even longer delays as new scan stations installed.

Countdown to the Council: Most Revered Ser Ambrac G'jahen delivers moving keynote address to estimated audience of half a million in Mintas' great floating coliseum. Cites new age of enlightenment as fount of peace and goodwill to refresh a generation.

Violence erupts in Urgun capital of B'oru as government forces launch offensive on alleged rebel cell behind Golrua assassination attempt. Minister demands swift reprisals in move that leaves nearly 600 rebellious women and children dead.

Sociologists studying RhyDin excited over formal holiday declarations. "They're stepping into a more modern age that may soon include shorter work days, weekends at the lake and maybe even a parade or two!"

Friday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 14 - Reported cases 148, death toll 53. Reported deaths slow as nano-cure makes it to more hospitals and clinics, while tensions increase over uneven distribution of vaccine across city.

Body of RhyDin aide worker discovered. Fred O'Malley, employed by clinic in poverty-stricken Shambles district of RhyDin City found dead by City Watch. RBF suspicions denied by Watch captain. Foul play suspected.

Crisis on Gailanis: Political shake-up imminent as presiding council head Netharis Kulaiiri's health comes to the fore. Battle with Gerool Syndrome leaves billions wondering: Are we safe with Kulaiiri in charge?

Interplanetary Summit debate over blockades continues into second day as tempers flare. Supporters of the amendment accuse Jarl IV of personal agenda, point to assassination attempt on Urgu as latest incident of aggression on Davros' neighbors. "His system would be the first to feel the restraining power of a blockade," says Alaran delegate, Siu.

LATE BREAKING! Benghu Fever! Riots erupt in Shambles district as clinic announces no more vaccines today. Private security forces dispatched to assist hard-pressed Watch. Governor urges calm. "Plenty of vaccine available at other locations. Stay home. Stay safe."

Today's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 16 - Reported cases 170, death toll 57. Witnesses throughout city note increase in armed security around clinics. As the death rate slows, the question now: is it safe to get vaccinated?

Benghu Fever! RhyDin's advisory council close-lipped about details of Saturday emergency session. Government spokesperson says to expect announcement from Governor al-Amat today.

From around the realm: Controversial Hichi Accord signed at St. Aldwin meeting. Twenty-two nations join trade agreement.

Tragedy strikes in Minzobarran as interplanetary badminton champion, Rufus Wirrel, dies in freak accident on the court during exhibition match. Two birdies in flight at same time lead to deadly snarl in the net. "He had no chance," reports distraught fan.

Tuesday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 18 - Reported cases 211, death toll 74. Word from the governor's council: All clinics and hospitals supplied with vaccine and nanites. Unrest slows in Shambles as resumption of innoculations promised by local clinic.

Maiden voyage of The Nexus Traveler, the newest Class A sublight scientfic freighter to depart from this sector, debuts on flight schedules in Stars End; causes buzz. Crew and passengers ordered to report aboard ship. Will RBF screenings delay launch?

Crisis on Gailanis: Athraxian Interplanetary Summit set to close in three solar cycles. Among accords reached yesterday: Blockade authority granted to peacekeeping forces when aggressors reach beyond own system. Pressure on Kulaiiri to step down mounts. Siu seen as likely successor in heated contest. G'jahen urges calm.

Violence escalates on B'oru as Golrua's forces launch attack on insurgents in crowded marketplace. Planetary martial law declared. Offworlders, including many reporters, told to leave or face imprisonment.

Largest mining union on Zengra VII threatens strike against coalition of mine owners after cutbacks in services result from shipping delays. Owners blame summit detours for lag in supply deliveries.

Soccer upset! Second-seed Narvalle Besons slam the first-place Awls to take the prize in triple overtime Zarian soccer final. The game marked the first time in three decades that the Besons made it past the quarterfinal rounds. "Gave it our best!" protests Awls coach Antoine Escalier before execution by outraged fans.

Thursday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Day 20 - Reported cases fairly steady at 214, death toll 81. Governor's office maintains radio silence. Critics accuse administration of downplaying crisis in order to encourage public to participate in citywide arts festival scheduled for the weekend.

New serial killer loose in RhyDin: Two bodies discovered shot in tight-knit Lupinosse enclave; killer left a calling card, claim officials there.

Are off-world megacorporations threatening the way of life in Rhy'Din? Sociologists from the Roflorian Institute of Science and Community say, yes, and point to Batten Industries as prime example. "This corporation has devoured large expanses of real estate in the city over the course of the past year," charges Dr. Anril Lorhienne. "Subcommunities within our city can be compared to environmental microcosms. Change the dynamics of the system, and entire cultures can be wiped out in a very short timespan."

Rare singing moose, thought to be extinct, spotted in woods east of spaceport. Confirmed sighting recorded during launch of experimental drone. Recording devices also picked up audio of the moose, which can be clearly heard to intone, "I don't like candy corn." Researchers thrilled.

Saturday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Previously sold out Summerlands concert expanded during arts festival Saturday night to include big screen projection and lawn seating outside venue. Proceeds from tickets pledged to help defray cost of epidemic and said to be slated for distribution among a dozen small clinics in RhyDin City, including the beleaguered Shambles Clinic. The specific amount to be donated to each clinic has not been disclosed but will be "significant sum," per Summerlands manager.

Rebels on Soiza have seized control of Uthium refinery in key city of Gid, cutting off reactor supplies throughout Soiza and much of the Lantium system. Extremist group, The Arm of Zaxos, believed to be funding the rebellion against federated control of the system, claims responsibility for the attack.

Increased scrutiny of ships entering and leaving the Rill Circuit put in place after drug use within small eeli-farming community on Lithros agricultural moon discovered to include as much as two-thirds of the population. Yola, an addictive hallucinogenic compound, is native to Jenli. No incidents of its use in other systems has ever been reported. "We don't know how it got here," authorities insist, "but someone is distributing it."

Phalanx Orbital Station massacre confirmed. Peacekeeping troops arrived this morning to find all aboard Sussrill freighter dead, including twelve prisoners and 38 crewmen. An additional 63 aboard the station killed in standoff with protestors, and 138 injured. Pursuit of the protestors, who managed launch despite attempt by OS personnel to stop flight, is underway.

Monday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

Benghu Fever! Conflicting reports circulate this morning about terror attack at RhyDin Fine Arts Festival. Party-goers celebrating end of event evacuated shortly before blasts reported that may have exposed those present to RBF-tainted blood. On-site security lauded for efforts to contain attack.

Benghu Fever! "It could have been much worse," said one anonymous tipster who attended Contaminated Costume Ball. "They chased everyone out of the area really fast. But I saw them rushing people out afterwards in those Batten trucks."

Benghu Fever! Witnesses report hearing gunfire immediately preceding the blasts that capped the end to RhyDIn's first Fine Arts Festival. Watch spokesman refuses comment. Governor's office remains silent on attack.

Summit Update: Announcement expected today that will end reign of Minister Kulaiiri. Siu seen as main contender for highly contested ruling seat on interplanetary council.

Wednesday's top stories from the news tickers throughout the Stars End sector:

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Benghu Fever! RhyDin City breathed a masked sigh of relief on Wednesday as Governor announced substance released in Sunday night not the RBF virus. Two days later, question remains: What was it?

Athraxian Interplanetary Summit wraps up with massive ceremony scheduled for Friday night. Festivities begin with inaugural fete for incoming council head Siu, followed by parade of cultures and city-wide party in Mintas.

Traffic routes through Denebrian system expected to be back to normal in three solar cycles, once summit delegates have all confirmed departed, restoring major shipping routes. Disgruntled freight lines say "Not soon enough!" Guild demands recompense from council, but thought unlikely to succeed.

Stars End spaceport threat levels brought down to moderate this morning in move by Port Authority some say is sign that tensions over RBF are diminishing. Screens remain in place for passengers. Captains charged with clearing crew manifests.