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Controversial chef Oliver Gordon was humiliated yesterday when he lost his battle over the ‘PanGalactic’ trademark. The cordon bleu has been forced to close his restaurant to meet spiralling legal costs.
The case began when the Pan Galactic Mining Corp issued a writ demanding that Gordon change the name of his ‘PanGalactic’ restaurant and pay substantial damages for infringing on intellectual property.
A spokesperson for the Pan Galactic Mining Corp released the following statement:
“The Pan Galactic Mining Corp has a right to defend its brand, but we are disappointed that Chef Gordon did not accept our offer to become our preferred catering partner.”
Gordon gave a characteristically colourful response:
“I’m the galaxy’s greatest artisan chef and I will not degrade my art for anyone. I’d rather eat a printed hotdog than work for Pan Galactic making sandwiches for business seminars.”
Commander Matzov and Commander Gan
Zaonce Market Circular | Interstellar PressUpdate from Galnet News

LHS 3447 Dynamic and Co has announced that the campaign to construct a new starport in the LHS 3447 system has reached a successful conclusion. All the necessary materials for the starport have now been received, and the agitators disrupting delivery operations have been neutralised. A spokesperson for the Pilots Federation, which helped to organise the campaign, released a brief statement:
“Once again the galaxy’s independent pilots have demonstrated their remarkable commitment and resolve. This new starport will facilitate travel and trade throughout LHS 3447, and serve as a testament to the dedication and altruism of the galactic community.”
Bluford Orbital is expected to open its doors in the next few days.Update from Galnet News

Federal President Zachary Hudson has announced plans to create a new arm of the Federal Navy known as the People’s Navy, supported by local corporations rather than Federal taxation. The Navy will be established with a new Farragut Battle Cruiser, to be added to the 54th fleet. The new vessel will be capable of transporting multiple Federal Corvettes in addition to boasting an array of heavy weaponry. Captain G.C. Richards, who is overseeing construction of the new ship, issued a brief statement to the media:
“This new battle cruiser will occupy a significant role in the Federal Navy, strengthening our borders and enhancing the profile of our armed forces. In the interest of completing production as efficiently as possible, we have authorised the Beta Hydri Corporation to reimburse pilots who deliver essential supplies to our base of operations at Stevenson Base. This is an opportunity for those loyal to the Federation to support a vitally important initiative.”
The campaign begins on the 10th of March 3302 and will run for one week. If the final target is met earlier than planned, the campaign will end immediately.Update from Galnet News

Accusations of reckless endangerment have been levelled at the Buckyball Racing Club regarding its upcoming Spring Break chauffeurs event. Commander Seneh, the event organiser, had this to say:
“This event is a community outreach programme. There will be no ‘first place’, or prizes. While it is true that the club will give performance scores to participating pilots, those scores will be based on the happiness and safety of the escorted students, not on distance travelled or speed.”
She continued: “All participants are Pilots Federation members, but some are still provisional, myself included! We appreciate that having a documented safety rating from a Grant Academics sanctioned event will help our careers, so we intend to respect our passengers and fly with the utmost care.”
Veteran Buckyball pilots will escort students from the Exigus campus of Grant Academics to the biggest tourism hotspots in the region between the 18th and 26th of March.
Commander Jak
Buckyball Racing ClubUpdate from Galnet News

The Canonn Interstellar Research Group has launched a campaign to construct a state-of-the-art research outpost in the Col 285 Sector IX-T d3-43 system to support its ongoing research into the Unknown Artefacts. As part of this initiative, the organisation has placed an open order for palladium, promising to generously reward pilots who deliver the necessary materials to Thompson Dock in the Varati system.
A spokesperson for the Canonn released a statement to the media:
“Given the failure of Professor Palin’s recent attempt to establish a research outpost in the Maia system, I am aware that certain sections of the galactic community may receive our request with scepticism. But the fact is that the study of the Unknown Artefacts is still of great importance, and it is essential that a dedicated research outpost be established, far from the civilian population, where they can be safely investigated.”
The campaign begins on the 10th of March 3302 and will run for one week. If the final target is met earlier than planned, the campaign will end immediately.Update from Galnet News

The Lave Radio Network has announced that its campaign to create a new interstellar transmitter has been a resounding success. The galactic community responded enthusiastically to the campaign, delivering large quantities of Cherbones Blood Crystals to Lave Station for use in the new transmitter. In a brief statement, the network extended its gratitude to those who supported the campaign:
“We would like to thank all those who responded to our appeal, and helped to keep us broadcasting. We promise to take better care of this transmitter, and not to use its parts to fix the vending machine.”
The Lave Radio Network confirmed that the new transmitter would be operational within a matter of hours.Update from Galnet News

Following news that Professor Ishmael Palin was among those rescued in the recent operation against the Blue Hand Gang, medical personnel at Wilkes Orbital have released a statement concerning the professor’s current condition:
“The professor has suffered significant mental and physical trauma, and given his age the magnitude of his experience shouldn’t be underestimated. But so far he’s shown remarkable resilience, and we’re confident he’ll make a full recovery.”
No information regarding the specifics of Professor Palin’s abduction was forthcoming, but it is hoped he will make a full statement soon.Update from Galnet News

Controversial chef Oliver Gordon experienced a different kind of heat today, as he was served with a writ demanding he change the name of his restaurant ‘PanGalactic’.
Lawyers for the Pan Galactic Mining Corp told members of the press that: “Our clients want to make clear that this restaurant and its head chef have no connection whatsoever to their corporation. As such, they have served notice regarding the name ‘PanGalactic’, and will pursue the case vigorously.”
Legal experts are intrigued by the case as it could set a precedent for galaxy-wide intellectual property rights. Professor Janus of the Federal Bar Council ventured that: “It would be an interesting case, if it were heard, although it does highlight the need for more closely aligned intellectual property law.”
It seems Oliver Gordon’s no-holds-barred approach to cuisine may have thrown him from the frying pan into the fire.
Commander MatzovUpdate from Galnet News

“We’ve heard a lot about these barnacles,” said controversial chef Oliver Gordon today outside his restaurant ‘PanGalactic’, “but the most important question has yet to be asked. How do they taste?”
“I have sampled delicacies from across the galaxy, including Ceti rabbits and Vacuum krill. Now I seek new flavours with which to tantalize my clientele. I intend to create a dish fit for an emperor: space barnacle broth with a Deuringas truffle oil foam and Ochoeng chilli reduction.”
When asked about the ethics of eating what could be a sentient being, Gordon was dismissive:
“Food is beyond such concerns. There can be no higher honour than to be lovingly prepared by my highly trained master chefs and served to the galaxy’s most demanding connoisseurs.”
Commander GanUpdate from Galnet News

Last week, the Orulas system was the site of a combat operation designed to eliminate the Blue Hang Gang, a ruthless criminal organisation. One of the operation’s objectives was to recover the escape pods the criminals were transporting through the system. Thanks to the brave pilots who supported the initiative, the objective was successfully completed, and the recovered pods were delivered to Wilkes Orbital.
As personnel at Wilkes Orbital continue with the task of identifying the pods’ occupants, authorities at the starport have made a surprising announcement: Professor Ishmael Palin and his research team were among those rescued in the operation.
“We were shocked to discover the professor and his colleagues,” said Governor Lawrence, principal administrator of Wilkes Orbital, “but also delighted. He’s in a delicate state at the moment, but we’re confident he’ll make a full recovery.”
Meanwhile, Rose Trebek, the military veteran who spearheaded the operation against the Blue Hand Gang, was asked how Professor Palin might have ended up in the criminals’ custody:
“The Blue Hand are opportunists, so it’s hard to imagine them going to the trouble of tracking down Palin and abducting him. My guess is they bought the professor’s escape pod from someone else, probably without even knowing who was in it. Hopefully, the professor will be able to tell us more once he’s back to full health.”Update from Galnet News