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22 Apr 2002
Critically acclaimed news satire website DeadBrain today "categorically denied" rumoured that it is to merge with NASA. "It has been widely reported in the tabloid press that NASA have requested a merger with our website," said spokesman Gregory T Mullet as a press conference in the Democratic Republic of Congo today. "But, because of our support for Ann Widdecombe and the BBAWC NASA felt unable to formalise any links between us."
"However," Mr Mullet continued hurriedly after being threatened with a spear, "I can confirm that negotiations have taken place between us and the Democratic Republic of Congo. No further information is available at this time."
Mr Mullet's revelation prompted widespread speculation that the famed news satire website will soon begin diplomatic relations with Congo for the first time. As one resident put it, "either that or buy a load of bananas." Congo is seen as a key part of DeadBrain's strategy to become a world player and, eventually, "make some money".
Marketing analyst Douglas Ramsbottom Snr, of internet marketing specialists Ramsbottom and Otheroles, told us that the strategy makes sense. "Having had a quick glance at their website, it seems to me that they are predominantly occupied with British news satire. It is obvious, then, that they should try to appeal to an audience in Congo." Negotiations are expected to conclude later this week.
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