Well this is my first go at one of these, not really written anything much for a long old while.
Love is the Drug
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Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Corinthians 13
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
14 February 2017
Scientists Create Synthetic Love
Pharmaceutical giant Galpharm today announced its latest development, LV-426.
The drug, which has been in development for over 4 years is designed to replicate the intense feelings of love and affection in users.
Although Galpharm have not released full details of makeup of the compound it has confirmed that it functions primarily by promoting the release of hormones, such as dopamine and oxytocin into the brain, causing a state similar to the feeling of being in love.
The drug is seen as a huge improvement over the other mood enhancing consumer drugs due to its unique replication of natural processes within the brain.
Dr William Barker, who led the project described todays announcement as the next step in human development and claimed that LV-426 could eradicate hatred and conflict throughout the world by promoting love as a unifying force for good.
Religious and political leaders have shown a mixed response to the announcement. President Burke said he was hopeful that it could help soothe tension across the globe, while Islamic leaders were quick to condemn the drug, claiming it was immoral.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
20 February 2017
LV-426 A Sign Of Hope
The Pope has today gone on record to show the Catholic Churchs full support for last Tuesdays announcement that Galpharm had developed a synthetic version of love.
Despite initial misgivings from the Church that LV-426 would lead to hedonism, the Pope has reserved this stance.
In a press conference given on the steps of the Vatican, the Pope said LV-426 represents a real hope for humanity to truly live our lives as God intended, free of hatred and evil. I urge humanity to embrace this and go forward with love in our hearts.
Similar announcements have been made by other religious and political leaders, with the majority of United Nations member states in full support of the drug.
The drug is still not cleared for public use in the UK, Australia or China, but internet sales have already skyrocketed across all territories.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
10 March 2017
LV-426 Saves Village
A prayer group in Toronto, Canada made headlines today in an extraordinary tale of self sacrifice.
The 83-strong group left their jobs, and sold all their possessions to travel to the small town of Gurpa, Somalia where they used the money they had raised to build a new school, shopping mall and irrigation system for the villagers there.
Pastor Richard Loosey, leader of the group, confirmed that they had been using LV-426 to better understand Gods unconditional love for all humanity and had quickly decided they had to act on that love by helping those less fortunate then themselves.
The Canadian Prime Minister, Katherine McCallister, praised the groups actions and said she was proud to call them Canadian.
Galpharm spokesman and developer, Dr William Barker echoed the sentiment, saying that this was
evidence of the power of love.
Similar reports have been received from across the world of ordinary people using LV-426 and then taking part in altruistic acts of love.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
9 April 2017
Miley Cyrus Killed by Sniper
The singer and actress Miley Cyrus was shot and killed this morning on the front steps of he LA home.
The shot was fired from a parking structure 2 blocks away. Police searching the area apprehended 49 year old Jim Bakersfield, an army veteran. Mr Bakersfield was found lying on a mat on the roof of the structure, next to a Barrett 50. cal sniper rifle that was since matched to the bullet fired.
Mr Bakersfield was crying and incoherent when found and did not resist arrest. Despite questioning we have not yet established the cause for this crime said an LAPD official.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
12 April 2017
LV-426 Now Approved In All Territories
LV-426 has been granted approval for public use in the UK and Australia, the last two territories to approve the revolutionary drug.
Thousands of LV-426 campaigners took part in peaceful demonstrations throughout London over the last 6 weeks, lobbying their government for change. Similar scenes took place across Australia, with the two campaign groups expressing their mutual love and adoration for one another via video feed.
We are very happy to give LV-426 approved status within the territory of Australia, and hope the positive impact this drug has had on the rest of the world will continue here said a spokesman for the Australian government.
Dr William Barker of Galpharm, described this as a momentous event, uniting all humanity on the road to utopia
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
13 May 2017
Terror Attack on Galpharm Laboratory
A series of explosions have devastated Galpharm Pharmaceuticals laboratory in Seoul, Korea. Early reports suggest 13 people lost their lives in the blast, with over a hundred people injured.
Terrorist group Red Dawn have claimed responsibility for the blast. The group, active since December 2015, have been responsible for a string of high profile attacks on pharmaceutical companies.
The leader of the group, Marcus Hamason, issued a DVD recording to the press in which he took responsibility for the attack and condemned the creation of LV-426 and other similar consumer drugs as robbing humanity of their innate dignity.
Dr William Barker, speaking on behalf of the Galpharm board, expressed his deep sadness for the families of those involved in the tragedy and condemned the actions of Red Dawn. He also confirmed that the 42 other sites manufacturing LV-426 worldwide would ensure output was affected as little as possible.
World leaders also spoke out against the actions of the group and again expressed support for Galpharm and LV-426.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
11 June 2017
Dozens killed in Delhi Wedding
Over 40 people including the bride and groom have been killed by a suicide bomber at a wedding in New Delhi.
Over 80 people were injured when the blast occurred on Friday evening.
A suicide bomber entered the building and detonated himself in the centre of the crowd a police spokesman confirmed.
Local detectives used CCTV footage to identify the man as 34 year old Vikram Akbhar, a local butcher who lived in the same apartment block as the bride to be, Miss Jeheli Shah. Medical records show he had been treated for depression since January 2016
Upon raiding his apartment they found substantial quantities of LV-426 within. Detectives investigating the case also discovered a large amount of camera equipment and a series of photographs of Miss Shah, believed to have been taken without her knowledge over a number of weeks.
Galpharm were quick to downplay the link between LV-426 and the crime, highlighting Mr Akbhars history of depression.
The investigation continues.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
20 July 2017
Riot At Zatanna Concert; 14 Dead
A riot broke out yesterday evening at a free concert in Hyde Park, London sponsored by LV-426. The popstar Zatanna, winner of last years X-Factor, and known supporter of LV-426 was due to perform.
Zatanna was barely on the stage before it all kicked off, everyone went mental, and rushed the stage eyewitness Martin Roll confirmed.
Reports suggest a large number of the crowd had been chanting Zatannas name before she took to the stage, whereupon they overwhelmed security and rushed the stage.
Security veteran Alf Miller said Ive never seen anything like it, they were like hungry dogs, out of control.
14 people were trampled in the rush before police subdued the crowd.
167 people were arrested by police, 143 of which tested positive for LV-426. A police source, who did not wish to be named, said that
theyve just been crying out her (Zatannas) name in their cells, its like theyre obsessed.
Professor Jacqueline Hennessey, of the World Health Organisation is leading an investigation into the role of LV-426 in this matter. Dr William Barker has called her capability into question and is pushing for the WHO to allow a Galpharm team to carry out the investigation.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
25 August 2017
Rioting and Violence on the Streets of Paris
More violence in the French capital today, with riots now well into their 6th day.
Rioting began in the early hours of Saturday, although it remains unclear exactly what caused these events.
The French military have been drafted in to assist the police. Colonel Jean Baptiste told World News
We are working to try and control the violence across the city but with no indication of cause, this is proving difficult
Our reporter in Paris, Phillippe Grattin, speaking via satellite phone confirmed
the violence is extremely unpredictable and does not seem directed against a single organisation or institution, rather it seems like very localized personal outbreaks between small groups or individuals but the scale on which this is happening is truly unprecedented.
The French Premier, Carla Bruni, said she regretted the violence but the French were passionate people and they were working hard to ensure the City of Love was safe for residents and visitors alike.
Professor Jacqueline Hennessey of the WHO has called for an investigation into the widespread LV-426 use within Paris, believing there to be a connection. Supporters of the drug worldwide have been quick to condemn her, pointing to the many altruistic acts of charity attributed to LV-426.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
1 September 2017
Bakersfield Trial Continues
The trial of Jim Bakersfield, the US army veteran who shot and killed Miley Cyrus in April this year, began its third day today with the defendants testimony being heard.
Mr Bakersfield told the court how he had been using LV-426 heavily since its release to blot out feelings of rejection that still lingered from his divorce in 2012.
Mr Bakersfield, who has not used LV-426 since his arrest, talked in detail about his love for Miss Cyrus and said he felt that all the feelings of love LV-426 had given him were directed solely towards her.
I felt obsessed, jealous and angry at all times, I couldnt eat, sleep or breathe. She was always on my mind, I didnt really understand why I loved her, I just knew if I couldnt have her no-one else could.
Advocates of LV-426 have protested outside the LA courthouse, claiming that Mr Bakersfield is wholly responsible for his actions and that no blame should fall on LV-426.
A facebook group Bakersfield is a LIAR!! has over 670,000 members since its inception 2 days ago.
The trial continues.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
5 Oct 2017
Domestic violence figures have increased 3000% over the last 6 months across America. Exact figures both here and abroad are sketchy as communications disruption continues.
Based on the reports we have received, accusations of infidelity and jealousy seem to be triggering more and more spats of extreme violence across the nation.
WORLD NEWS SERVICE
12 November 2017
8,000 Die In Red Square
A prayer meeting in Moscow has ended in tragedy as an estimated 8,000 people starved to death.
This shocking eyewitness report was brought to us exclusively from Moscow by student and amateur film maker Ivan Keats via secure satellite link.
..the rally began on Wednesday morning, pretty spontaneously, with hundreds and then thousands of people gathering in the Red Square. LV-426 was being taken by everyone there and the air was full of love. Initially there was very fun family atmosphere and then the singing began.
They sang hymns and chanted constantly, expressing their love for one another, for God, for humanity. People were spontaneously standing up to preach their love. Many shouted they needed no sustenance other than love. By the second day, many people were passing out from dehydration and hunger but no one gave them food. I saw a man hugging his unconscious wife, repeating over and over how much he loved her as she slowly died in his arms. I had to leave.
When I returned on the 4th day, it was a sea of corpses.
I saw people picking their way through the carnage or hugging the bodies of their families. Some were still singing. I dont know whats happening here, there is no law and order. People just seem to stay in their homes taking that drug, no one goes to work anymore.
I visited my mother in the hospital, she has cancer, and the doctor told me as long as I loved her she would be ok. He wouldnt give her any medicine. Our country is dying. I am afraid.
Galpharm refused to comment on the story and doubted the credibility of our source. No other communication has been established in or out of Moscow or much of the Russian territories at this time.
NO FURTHER TRANSMISSIONS
Love is jealous, love is blind. It does not forgive, it cannot forget, it is utterly selfish. It is possessive and greedy, quick to anger, it never forgets a wrong. Love does not delight in evil but is quick to deceive. It always betrays, always manipulates, always controls, always perseveres.
