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Civilian Busts Illegal Trade Ring

ARTEMIS WALKER
Staff Reporter
Stardate 21105.01

STAR BASE 1313 – In the early hours of Stardate 21104.13, a lone Bolian man busts through a bulkhead that has been reinforced by crates of illegal cargo. The explosion rocks the space station and sends fire suppression modules working overtime. Sirens blare, and sleepily star base security personnel stumble on scene.

The Bolian is Aerin Blaat, and he has just accidentally discovered an illegal trading ring.

Going through newly discovered records, Star Fleet Security has determined that the ring has been operating aboard Star Base 1313 for over a year. Shipments that had been listed as self-sealing stembolts on Star base transfer paperwork turned out to be carefully masked bottled of Valtese honey tea. Though permitted on Valta, the tea has been outlawed on all other Federation worlds. So potent, this tea has been often compared to Romulan ale.

When asked why it took a Bolian accidentally detonating a portion of bulkhead to literally shed light on this illegal trade ring, SFSC refused to comment. Some witnesses seem to indicate that this is simply the tip of the iceberg for the corruption of Star Fleet in this corner of the galaxy, who turned the other way.

Applicant Levels Drop

RACHEL CHRISTIE
Editor-in-Chief
Stardate 21105.01

SAN FRANCISCO, EARTH – As peace finally wraps the Federation in her cozy blanket, application levels for Star Fleet seem to be dropping. The numbers show a sizeable decrease from the previous two years' flood of applicants.

Captain Abigail Taylor, Superintendent of Star Fleet Academy, isn't worried. "With the war long over, people are looking to settle back into their regular routines. It's not something we should be worried about over the long term."

Star Fleet Academy has long attracted the cream of the crop of Federation citizens. In times of war this changes to become those who want to stand up and defend their homes. During times of peace those accepted are people looking for adventure and scientific discovery.

"Right now our focus is returning to exploration and seeking out new life," Taylor added, "Our recruitment is again starting to once again reflect that, to see if candidates have the "right stuff" and that spark of curiosity to see what's out there in space."

Those interested in joining Star Fleet are encouraged to contact the Star Fleet Academy Admissions department, where advisors can help guild potential candidates into a career path that interests them. Current officers are also able to refer interested friends and family members as well.