[Politics] Imperial Diet Closes
On March 25th, the Imperial Diet in Heimdallr shut its doors. The House of Representatives and the House of Peers that existed until the year before last will be merged and new representatives will be chosen from the provinces of Crossbell, North Ambria, and from the Jurai Special Economic Zone (SEZ).
Government representative Chancellor Osborne also sat on the diet, and the chambers saw many lively discussions as well as the passage of more important laws than seen in a normal year.

♦The Pros and Cons of Abolishing the Houses♦
Last spring, the Imperial Diet was formed upon suggestion of the government leadership, the approval of the emperor, and the sanction of the Imperial Supreme Court. Those from the House of Representatives were strongly against it at first, but finally agreed when it was decided that a certain number of titled members would be guaranteed seats.
As a result, smooth discussions of serious matters that concern the entire empire and the passage of so many new laws became possible.

Conversation with Imperial Governor Regnitz:
With the existence of the Imperial Provincial Council, the former bicameral legislature of the House of Representatives and Peers was deemed to be inefficient. 'The chancellor has a clear vision in how to proceed and reform in accordance with the changing times, but certain laws require an amount of discussion.' (Governor Regnitz)

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[Culture] The Crown Prince Begins Schooling
On April 1st, Thors Military Academy of Trista, situated east of Heimdallr, held this year's entrance ceremony. The cadet who stood on stage to represent the new students was Cedric Reise Arnor himself. I don't have to tell you that he is the crown prince of the Erebonian Empire.
The military academy boasts many well-known alumni such as the Ashen Chevalier, Rean Schwarzer. It admitted a large number of new students this year, abolishing class separation based on birth and revamping its curriculum. The school is now reborn as a more serious military institution.
His Highness missed admission last year due to his physical condition, but his recovery and growth have made him almost unrecognizable. His confident address as head of the new students left a new female student who sat next to him saying, 'I couldn't help but be charmed. I thank Aidios for the chance to study with him.'
An entrance ceremony was also held at a branch campus in Leeves to the west of Heimdallr.

[Spotlight] Riding Club - Nines
Our empire's is a proud culture of horsemanship for all ladies and gentlemen. Our club is currently accepting new members regardless of title. Visit our locations in the capital, every province, and Crossbell City for details.