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Hey guys, At our most recent community meeting, we gave everyone an exclusive look at what the drugs system will look like at launch. We're now ready to share this with the wider community - check out the video below. The Comms and Player Support Teams are also hard at work creating new, updated pages for LSRP's Wiki - this means that more detailed feature documentation will be made available closer to release. In the meantime, we hope to continue giving you these feature previews at our weekly meetings right up until launch. Be sure to join this week's Community Meeting, scheduled for 21:00 server time, where we will have a few exciting announcements to share. Sign up to the event on our Discord channel. - Sal Head of Communications

Hi everyone, Last week we published a development update, and shared our internal meeting notes publicly for the first time. If you didn't get a chance to read that yet, you can check it out here. As we continue working hard on getting the script ready for a release, you'll be able to keep tabs on what we're doing, and how we're going about it through these blog posts. Make sure you check back every week to see our progress. Just to recap, we've finished our feature development, and are currently working hard to eradicate the remaining bugs, and any that should arise during the rectification process. Development Update Bugs squashed this week: 13 confirmed, plus 26 awaiting re-testing Remaining bugs: Critical (ones preventing the server from launching): 3 (a new one was added here from last week) Major (issues impacting the functionality of features as a whole): 14 (was 17) Minor (typos, anything which affects gameplay in a minor way): 73 (was 94) Over 700 bugs fixed in total! Our focus is have LS-RP launched as soon as possible, without complication. We understand the eagerness of each and every one of you that has been patiently waiting for the release, and we're doing everything that we can to make that happen. To be completely transparent, we're currently considering the idea of moving forward with some features not being implemented to their full potential. This is something that we would prefer not to do, albeit, it would allow the community to start building characters, and becoming familiar with the server once again while we polish things up in the background. Unfortunately critical bugs have in some cases required system rewrites & rollbacks, resulting in significant time and resources being poured into them. With that being said, we've managed to eliminate one marked as critical in the last week. This is a significant step in the right direction as we continue to tackle the challenge ahead of us. We're planning to enter a code freeze on the 31st of May, then will begin migrating the data to the production server in the following days. Provided that there are no further critical bugs identified in the run up to that date, we aim to announce the release date at next week's meeting on the 28th of May. Sub-teams Updates Aside from the Development and script situation, many of our sub-teams are actively working towards ensuring that the launch goes as smoothly as possible. These include: Modding Team: Focusing on amending any existing mods that include real life brands, as per RageMP's recent policy update. Mapping: Working on filling requests for mapping, including City Hall, nightclubs, apartment complexes and more. Legal Factions: Working on updates to in-character laws, so everyone is aware of what's legal and what isn't at launch. Company Management: Setting up warehouses for future companies; the company system is otherwise ready to go. Property Management: Working on adding new properties all across the city, catering to a range of different characters and budgets. Player Support: Populating the Wiki and working closely with the Comms Team on ensuring everyone knows how features work at launch. Faction Team: Working on the Contraband System, opening up new and unique avenues for illegal roleplayers to make more money. Communications Update Thank you to everyone that took the time to complete the survey that was announced last week. We've received over 200 legitimate responses, and we're currently in the process of reviewing the feedback. We commit to taking all of the constructive criticism on board, and ensuring that it's escalated to the appropriate people. You can expect to see more surveys coming out as we continue to work with the community on how you're feeling, and what you want to share with us. We will also be publishing some new blog posts focusing on feature documentation, LSRP's Visions, and more. Keep an eye on the blog for the latest updates. Feature Showcase & Demonstration This week we looked at one of our core features, the Drugs System. Distribution & consumption of illegal contraband are an important aspect of illegal roleplay. In the video showcased exclusively to meeting attendees, we covered: What sort of drugs are featured, and what their effects are How drugs will appear in the inventory How different drugs are actually used How drugs can be traded with other players Our initial plan on how drugs will be introduced to the server, and what the drug economy will look like Future plans for the drug system The video will be uploaded to the Official LSRP YouTube Channel later in the week. If you want an exclusive sneak peak at feature demonstrations before they are released to the public, be sure to come along to our community meetings. Upcoming Meetings Our weekly development meetings, which up until last week were exclusively available to staff & early supporters, are now being made public. These happen regularly, and take place on a Sunday evening CET. If you'd like to participate, you can do so by clicking on the events tab at the top of the Discord, where we will always post the date and time of the meeting in advance. Finally, if you have any feedback on this week's meeting, be sure to let us know on this thread. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you for next week's meeting on Sunday 28th May!

Hey everyone. As some of you know, we hold regular meetings with supporters and staff where we discuss the current state of development, and any other initiatives taking place before launch. Moving forward we'll be sharing updates from these meetings as blog posts afterwards. Development update The Staff Team as a whole is focused on finding as many bugs as possible, and the Development Team is committed to solving them as quickly as they can. The more we do this, the closer we get to launch. Bugs squashed this week: 36 Remaining bugs: Critical (ones preventing the server from launching): 3 Major (issues impacting the functionality of features as a whole): 17 Minor (typos, anything which affects gameplay in a minor way): 94 Our focus is to get LSRP launched as quickly as possible, and to have as few bugs as possible when we do so. We realise however that everyone is very keen to start playing, and as such are exploring options on how we may expedite this process. This may result in some features not being fully polished or finished at launch, which we'd rather avoid where possible, but it's something we are considering. A quick note on our critical bugs: these have proven to be tough to crack and in some cases have required system rewrites and rolling back, hence why these are taking a fair bit of time to fix. We are working on these as a priority however and dedicating resources appropriately. We know that you really want us to provide a solid release date, and we'd love to, but we've had our fingers burned with this on more than one occasion before, so we'd rather play it safe this time. It's hard to pin down a release date when some of the bugs we're dealing with are taking longer to solve than anticipated, and some bugs are still being found by the Tester team. Once we're confident in a release date, rest assured, we'll be sharing it with you. Communications updates The new Communications Team has been working on a few initiatives that are starting to take off now. These are: Surveys. We launched an initial community survey yesterday, and would encourage everyone to provide input. These will be regular, and the results will be discussed at the highest level. Additional discussions. Keep an eye on the forums over the next few weeks, as we'll be opening up certain topics for you to get involved with. More blogs. You can expect to see more frequent development updates, interviews with staff/leadership, deep dives into our visions for LSRP and updates from sub-teams on the blog. Visions. We'll be working closely with Leadership on clarifying LSRP's overall vision, along with our visions for individual features on the server such as the economy, property, factions and so on. Although these visions already exist, we figure it's best to have them clearly defined for everyone to see. Once all of the above is in hand, we'll be releasing some more information on our plans for marketing the server, including social media, trailers and so on. The old forums We know that you want to see the old forums come back, and have been working on this too. We're just in the process of setting everything up as "read only", and are exploring cost-effective options for hosting the forums for everyone to access. There's no ETA on this as we would obviously rather dedicate time to getting the new LSRP server launched, but rest assured, this is still in the works. Upcoming meetings We've been hosting these meetings exclusively for Supporters for the last couple of months, but we realise that the wider community doesn't necessarily see as much going on and could no doubt benefit from being involved. With this in mind, future meetings that take place will be open to the entire community, and we're exploring options on how this can work without descending into chaos (likely using Discord's Stage feature). Stay tuned for more updates on this. Sal Head of Communications

Itzh Yitzhak Abergil Israeli crime groups have been active in Los Angeles for several decades, and they are known to have engaged in various illegal activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and extortion. One of the most notorious Israeli crime groups in Los Angeles was the Yitzhak Abergil Organization, which was active in the early 2000s. This group was involved in drug trafficking and money laundering, and was responsible for several high-profile murders. In 2011, several members of the organization, including Yitzhak Abergil, were extradited from Israel to the United States and sentenced to lengthy prison terms. Another Israeli crime group that was active in Los Angeles was the "Milner Organization", which was involved in smuggling and money laundering. This group was dismantled by the FBI in the late 1990s, and several members were sentenced to prison. In recent years, there have been reports of Israeli crime groups in Los Angeles engaging in credit card fraud and identity theft. These groups are known to target wealthy individuals and businesses, stealing their personal and financial information to make fraudulent purchases. Israeli crime groups, also known as Israeli mafia, have been operating in the United States since the 1970s. They are known for their involvement in a variety of criminal activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, extortion, and gambling. One of the most prominent Israeli crime groups was the "Yitzhak Abergil Organization" which operated in Los Angeles in the 2000s. This organization was involved in drug trafficking and money laundering and was responsible for several high-profile murders. In 2011, several members of the organization were arrested and extradited to the United States to face trial. Another significant Israeli crime group was the "Jerusalem Network" which operated in New York in the 1990s. This organization was involved in credit card fraud, smuggling, and extortion. The group was dismantled by the FBI in 1998, and several members were sentenced to prison. There have also been instances of Israeli crime groups operating in other parts of the US, such as the "Sharon Crime Family" in Philadelphia and the "Krembo Organization" in Miami Religious Jews in the US follow a range of practices and customs that reflect their commitment to Judaism. Here's a guide on some of the ways that religious Jews act in the US: Observance of Jewish Law: Religious Jews in the US follow Jewish law, or halacha, which governs many aspects of daily life, including prayer, dietary restrictions, and observance of Shabbat and other Jewish holidays. This may involve following strict dietary laws, such as keeping kosher and avoiding certain types of food, and observing Shabbat by refraining from work and using electronic devices. Synagogue Attendance: Religious Jews in the US typically attend synagogue regularly, both for prayer and for community events. Synagogues may offer a variety of services, including daily prayer services, Shabbat services, and holiday celebrations. Religious Jews may also participate in study groups and other learning opportunities at their synagogues. Dress Code: Religious Jews in the US may follow certain dress codes that reflect their commitment to Judaism. This may involve dressing modestly, with women covering their hair and wearing skirts and men wearing yarmulkes and tzitzit (fringed garments). Some religious Jews may also wear traditional clothing, such as black hats and suits. Education: Religious Jews in the US place a high value on education, particularly religious education. Many religious Jews send their children to Jewish day schools, which provide a combination of religious and secular education. Some families may also homeschool or use online resources to provide religious education for their children. Community Involvement: Religious Jews in the US often prioritize community involvement and support. This may involve participating in charitable organizations, volunteering for community events, and providing support to fellow community members in times of need. Family Life: Family is a central focus for many religious Jews in the US. Many families place an emphasis on traditional gender roles, with men as the primary breadwinners and women as homemakers. Families may also participate in traditional rituals and practices, such as lighting candles on Shabbat and celebrating Jewish holidays together. Overall, religious Jews in the US follow a range of practices and customs that reflect their commitment to Judaism and their desire to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. These practices may vary depending on the specific community and the level of religious observance, but they all share a deep connection to Jewish tradition and values. Israeli Mizrahim and Ashkenazim are two major Jewish ethnic groups in Israel. They have distinct cultural, historical, and religious differences that have shaped their identities over time. Historical background: Ashkenazim are Jews of European origin who migrated to Israel from various parts of Europe during the 20th century. They brought with them a rich cultural heritage that has influenced Jewish life in Israel in many ways. Ashkenazim speak Yiddish, a language that combines Hebrew and German, and have a unique culinary tradition that includes foods such as matzo ball soup, gefilte fish, and latkes. Mizrahim, on the other hand, are Jews of Middle Eastern and North African origin who have lived in the region for centuries. Many Mizrahim came to Israel as refugees following the establishment of the state in 1948, after facing persecution and discrimination in their countries of origin. Mizrahim speak a variety of languages, including Arabic, Hebrew, and Judeo-Arabic, and have a rich culinary tradition that includes foods such as falafel, hummus, and shakshuka. Cultural and Religious Differences: Ashkenazim and Mizrahim have different religious customs and practices. Ashkenazi Jews generally follow the Ashkenazi Jewish tradition, which is characterized by strict observance of Jewish law and a focus on Talmudic study. Mizrahi Jews, on the other hand, follow the Sephardi Jewish tradition, which places greater emphasis on Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism) and personal piety. In terms of cultural differences, Ashkenazim and Mizrahim have distinct music, art, and literary traditions. Ashkenazi music is often associated with klezmer, a type of instrumental music that originated in Eastern Europe. Mizrahi music, on the other hand, is influenced by Arabic and Middle Eastern styles and often features the use of traditional instruments such as the oud and the darbuka. Socioeconomic Differences: Mizrahim have historically faced discrimination and marginalization in Israel, particularly in the early years of the state's establishment. Many Mizrahim were placed in underprivileged neighborhoods and were subject to discriminatory policies in areas such as education and employment. Over time, however, there has been a growing awareness of and efforts to address these inequalities. Ashkenazim, on the other hand, have historically held more political and economic power in Israel. Many of Israel's early leaders were Ashkenazim, and Ashkenazi Jews have traditionally been overrepresented in positions of authority in government, business, and the military. In conclusion, Ashkenazim and Mizrahim are two distinct Jewish ethnic groups in Israel with different cultural, historical, and religious backgrounds. While they have some commonalities, such as a shared commitment to the Jewish faith and a deep connection to Israel, they also have differences that have shaped their identities and experiences in Israel over time. Jews and Israelis from Soviet Union and organized crime: During the 1970s and 1980s, a significant number of Jews emigrated from the Soviet Union to Israel and the United States. Many of these immigrants had backgrounds in engineering, medicine, and other professions, but others were involved in criminal activities such as smuggling, extortion, and money laundering. In the US, organized crime groups that included Jewish and Israeli immigrants from the post-Soviet nations emerged in the 1990s. These groups were involved in various illegal activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and racketeering. One of the most notorious of these groups was the "Russian Mafia," which consisted of Jewish and non-Jewish criminals from the former Soviet Union. They were involved in various illegal activities, including prostitution, gambling, and extortion. The involvement of Israelis or Jews in the Italian-American Mafia: also known as the Cosa Nostra, has been a topic of discussion for many years. While there have been a few cases of Jewish individuals working with or for the Mafia, the overall involvement of Israelis or Jews in organized crime in the US is limited. One example of Jewish involvement with the Mafia is Meyer Lansky, who was a major figure in organized crime in the mid-20th century. Lansky was a member of the Jewish Mafia and worked closely with Italian-American mobsters such as Lucky Luciano and Frank Costello. He was involved in various criminal activities, including gambling and money laundering. Another example is the case of the "Kosher Nostra," a term used to describe a group of Jewish-American gangsters who worked with the Italian-American Mafia in the early 20th century. However, this group was relatively small and did not have a significant impact on organized crime in the US. In terms of Israelis specifically, there have been some reports of Israeli organized crime groups operating in the US, particularly in the areas of drug trafficking and money laundering. These groups are not necessarily connected to the Italian-American Mafia or the Cosa Nostra, however. . Meyer Lansky Here's a brief guide on how to speak like an Israeli with Israeli slang: Use Hebrew Words and Phrases: Israelis use Hebrew words and phrases in their everyday conversations, so learning some basic Hebrew can help you fit in. Some common Hebrew phrases include: "Haim sheli"- my life. You use it It's all good haim sheli. "Ahi" (אחשלי) -my brother, this is used in slang like this Thanks you, ahi. "Bahor Tov" (בחור טוב) - good fella. This term is used to describe mobsters in the israeli slang, he is a bahor tov. "Slicha" (סליחה) - Excuse me "Sababa" (סבבה) - All good/cool "Yalla" (יאללה) - Let's go/hurry up "Toda" (תודה) - Thank you "Ma nishma?" (מה נשמע) - What's up? "B'seder" (בסדר) - Okay/alright "L'hitraot" (להתראות) - See you later Use Israeli Slang: Israelis use a lot of slang words that might not be familiar to non-native speakers. Here are a few examples: "Shtuyot" (שטויות) - Nonsense "Chaval al hazman" (חבל על הזמן) - A waste of time "Balagan" (בלגן) - Mess/disorder "Lahsor" (להסור) - To chill out/relax "Kapara alecha" (כפרה עליך) - It's okay/don't worry about it "Ktzat ktzat" (קצת קצת) - A little bit "Mizrachit" (מזרחית) - Eastern (referring to Israelis with Middle Eastern/North African ancestry) Speak with Confidence: Israelis are known for being direct and assertive, so it's important to speak confidently and avoid beating around the bush. Be direct with your words and avoid using overly polite language. Use Hand Gestures: Israelis are known for using a lot of hand gestures when they speak. Some common hand gestures include: "Sababa" - Thumbs up "Eize yofi" (איזה יופי) - Making a circular motion with your hand "B'emet" (באמת) - Pointing with your index finger "Yalla" - Moving your hand forward quickly as if pushing someone along. Remember, like any language, mastering Israeli slang takes time and practice. But with a little effort, you can start speaking like a real israeli. Use "sababa" - This is a common Israeli expression that means "cool" or "great." For example, "How was the party last night?" "It was sababa!" Say "yalla" - This is another popular expression in Israel, meaning "let's go" or "come on." It can be used to encourage someone to move faster, or to express excitement or urgency. For example, "Yalla, we're going to be late for the movie!" Use "balagan" - This word means "chaos" or "mess" in Hebrew, and is commonly used in Israel to describe situations that are disorganized or out of control. For example, "The party was a total balagan - there were people everywhere!" Say "boker tov" - This is a common greeting in Israel, meaning "good morning." You can also use "erev tov" to say "good evening." Use "slicha" - This word means "sorry" in Hebrew, and can be used to apologize for a mistake or to excuse yourself if you accidentally bump into someone. For example, "Slicha, I didn't mean to step on your foot." Say "chutzpah" - This is a Yiddish word that has been adopted into Hebrew, and is used to describe someone who is bold or audacious, sometimes to the point of being rude or disrespectful. For example, "I can't believe he had the chutzpah to ask for a discount!" Use "mazal tov" - This is a Hebrew expression used to congratulate someone on a happy occasion, such as a wedding or the birth of a child. For example, "Mazal tov on your new job!" Say "shtuyot" - This word means "nonsense" or "bullshit" in Hebrew, and can be used to dismiss someone's argument or to express frustration with a situation. For example, "Don't listen to him, he's just talking shtuyot." Use "tachles" - This Yiddish word means "to the point" or "straightforward," and is commonly used in Israel to encourage someone to get to the point or to be more direct. For example, "Stop beating around the bush and tell me tachles - do you want to go out with me or not?" Say "chaval al hazman" - This expression means "what a waste of time" in Hebrew, and can be used to express frustration or disappointment with a situation that didn't live up to expectations. For example, "We waited in line for two hours for this restaurant, and the food was terrible - chaval al hazman!"