Starfleet’s Evolving Mission in the Beta Quadrant
The vital work of Starfleet extends throughout the galaxy and beyond, with the Beta Quadrant currently receiving significant resources and attention. A recent review of…
Editorial
Say It Out Loud – Reconsidering the value of verbal communication
Is sharing thoughts really better than speaking? Some Betazed officials are starting to disagree.
Profile in Courage – Captain John Charles “JC” Kessler, USS Caboto
Gamma Quadrant - As recently reported by FNS the loss of the USS Caboto sent shockwaves, not only through the Gamma Quadrant, but the Alpha Quadrant as well. I sat down with Lt. Jack Kessler to learn more about John Charles "JC" Kessler the man we know as Captain of the Caboto, but who Jack knows as "Dad"
Act Now: The Federation’s Failing Security
In his latest column, Lixa Dansha examines whether the Federation Security is fit for purpose in the light of growing threats to the Sol System.
Ripples in the Pond – The Consequences of Time Travel
While many know of the Prime Directive and the ethos of non-interference it so proudly contains, fewer outside the rarefied air of Starfleet Command know of the Temporal Prime Directive. This guideline, much like the directive on which it’s formed, has the laudable goal of preventing the unknowable disastrous effects that come from the misuse of time travel.
Are Modern Vulcans Refusing To Engage In Ritualistic Pon Farr To Pursue Career Goals?
FNS reporter Dresdon P. Mitchell explores the modern issues concerning rituals and rites of Vulcans. In a previous special report, I discussed how the modern…
Starfleet Scientists Hold Holo-Conference at New Horizons
FNS reporter Dresdon P. Mitchell revisits his experience at the New Horizons Holo-Conference last year, and how this year, many of the questions and ideas…
President Narala complacent while Argelius system burns
As the Argelius system suffers from devastating infernos, FNS contributor Sariah Menaji argues Federation President Narala's response and leadership is severely lacking.
Preparing for the Worst: Perspectives from a Prison Camp Survivor
In his latest column, Lixa Dansha examines whether the Federation is ready for conflict in light of new tensions from the Tholians and other threats.
Genetic engineering in the Federation: a time for reflection
J’mai Osen questions the aversion to genetic engineering in the Federation scientific community.