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"Now broadcasting special news..." On January 2, 2062, all television channels in the Leray Federation simultaneously changed to the Leray Central News Studio screen. Viewing the serious-faced newscaster, all the audience understood that something major had happened.
In every city, on every busy street, flying cars and pedestrians came to a halt, gazing at the ubiquitous public television light screens by the roadside. In schools, teachers paused their lessons. In the military, officers halted their training. In companies, bosses ceased their work. All students, soldiers, and employees were attentively listening to the broadcast.
