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THE DAILY PROPHET

19 May 2024Norbert Quirrell

DEVASTATION FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS

The Tasks had ended, but the real terrors had only just begun. With the Triwizard Tournament completed, the delegates from Beauxbatons Academy of Magic and the Durmstrang Institute began the long journeys home for their end of year exams. Hours after their departure tragedy struck. The ship from Durmstrang was detonated in the North Sea; the front half of the ship was destroyed, and the back half sustained serious damage. Only three survivors from the Institute were recovered, though there are many still unaccounted for. The survivors, Viola Chase, Brandon Fisher, and Adonia Nyström, were all transported to St. Mungo’s Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries following intervention from the Ministry of Magic. The Beauxbatons carriage was airborne over the English channel when an explosion identical to the one on the Durmstrang ship tore apart the front of the carriage and killed the horses that provided the carriage with its power. There was only a single survivor from Beauxbatons, Oscar Gauthier. He was also transported to St. Mungo’s for examination and healing. A French terrorist group has taken responsibility for the explosions, assuaging fears that the antagonistic group behind last April’s Hogwarts kidnappings had resurfaced. Following concerns of further attacks, Hogwarts exams have been cancelled, and graduation has been moved to May 20th. Inquiries to the Ministry regarding further statements have gone unanswered.

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25 MAY 2024Norbert Quirrell

HARRY POTTER MISSING

A missing persons report was filed on the 1st of May 2024, for Mr. Harry James Potter. Mr. Potter was last seen on April 30th by his wife at their home in Godric's Hollow. "The last time I saw my husband, was April 30th, and he was his normal self...he gave no reason for me to suspect that the following day he would be gone. These past few weeks without him, they've been hard, and I think it has affected the kids the most. But we're holding up and we still remain hopeful that he'll be found and return to us soon." His wife, Ginny Potter told us. The rest of the Potter and Weasley families remain equally hopeful. After a hefty investigation conducted by the Ministry for Magic under the watchful eye of Minister Hermione Granger, the Head of magical Law Enforcement has officially been declared a Missing Person and the investigation has been kicked into full gear. The Minister herself stated at a conference earlier this week, “Locating Harry Potter is a top Ministry priority. We are devoting the best of our staff and resources to aid in the search and, of course, we welcome any tips or information that anyone might have.”

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2 June 2024Norbert Quirrell

ILVERMORNY IN RUINS

Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was burglarized on the 1st of June, reports from MACUSA say. While there is little information as to why the school was ransacked, reports from the Magical Congress point to an extremist group known as Chimaera's Claw being behind it, possibly due to comments made by the school's headmaster, Agilbert Fontaine, regarding the rights of No-Maj-borns in wizarding society. The school was not entirely destroyed, but much of its foundational integrity was lost, leading MACUSA to deny the school the right to open this September. As a result, the British Ministry of Magic, with the support of the Hogwarts headmistress, has offered to open its doors to any and all Ilvermorny students who wish to continue their schooling at a magical institution. A sad side effect of Ilvermorny's lack of structural support is that its wand room, where students' wands are held for safe-keeping over the summer, was rendered inaccessible, leaving the majority of students wandless.

The ramifications of this mass exodus from Ilvermorny is not yet known, as the Ministry has not yet obtained a count of how many students will be accepting the offer to transfer. Incoming students will be Sorted into Hogwarts houses after the first years undergo their Sorting Ceremony, and some analysts estimate that Hogwarts may receive upwards of two hundred students in addition to the incoming first years.

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1 August 2024Norbert Quirrell

THE BOY WHO LIVED?

Once a hero, Harry Potter is now a martyr. Following his disappearance from his Godric’s Hollow home at the end of April, a Ministry task force has been searching for Mr. Potter under the direction of his closest friend, Ronald Weasley. Mr. Weasley, a business owner who was brought onto the search as a consultant, described the search as “exhausting” and “emotionally draining”, but the effort that he put into finding Mr. Potter finally reached fruition. While scouting in a forest, Mr. Weasley recovered Harry Potter’s wand. While this piece of evidence would prove vital in determining what Mr. Potter’s last actions were, the wand was unfortunately destroyed beyond repair. Those close to Mr. Potter insist that he would not have willingly parted with his wand, and under their counsel, Harry Potter’s official status has been amended from ‘missing in action’ to ‘presumed deceased’. The Ministry has stated it will not fund any further search parties, but civilians are welcome to continue searching until incontrovertible evidence of Harry Potter’s demise is found, or he is found alive.

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December 29 2024Norbert Quirrell

AZKABAN FALLS

Azkaban prison, considered to be the most secure and impenetrable magical prison in the entire world, has fallen.

Yesterday afternoon several Hebridean Blacks, from the MacFusty Dragon Reserve, fell upon Hogsmeade village. While we are still getting an accurate injury count St. Mungos’ Mediwizard squad has reported only a handful of casualties. Several of the shops suffered damage and fires but a magic reversal squad from the Ministry is hard at work to repair all the damage and currently estimate that Hogsmeade’s Winter Festival will not have any delays or closures due to the event. When asked how the dragons might have reached Hogsmeade, Thomas MacFusty had this to say: “Dragons can be unpredictable, especially Hebridean Blacks. We’re currently looking into what caused them to fly so far south but the dragons in question were young males and may have been searching for new territory after being driven out by an older and stronger dragon. Until we’ve thoroughly investigated the incident though we can’t say for certain.”

While the Ministry and Dragon Keepers of MacFusty and Snowdonia Dragon Reserves were containing the adolescent dragons though, Azkaban prison was infiltrated. During this attack Azkaban’s primary magic dampening device, which has been in use since the discontinued employment of Dementors, was destroyed by unknown parties. One of Azkaban’s Aurors told our reporters that almost immediately after the device’s destruction inmates were breaking out of their cells and fleeing the prison. “It’s almost like they knew it was going to happen. They were ready to go,” said our source, who shall remain anonymous for their safety.

This mass breakout of Azkaban has caused irreparable damage to Azkaban. Ministry officials had no comment when asked where prisoners will be housed after Azkaban’s destruction. Many speculate if recaptured prisoners will be sent to another Magical Prison in Europe, or if the Ministry plans on rebuilding Azkaban.

The Ministry is still investigating the incident and have not yet determined how many inmates were killed in the rubble, or escaped, but search efforts have only been able to account for 10 inmates.

While the magical world reels from the news, Magical Interpol has sent in several teams to assist in the location and recapture of the escaped inmates, and MACUSA is preparing to send a dozen of their most experienced Aurors as extra protection for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Citizens are advised to take extra precautions the next several weeks and notify the Ministry immediately to report any unusual or illegal activity.

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12 May 2025Norbert Quirrell

British Isles: quarantined!

St. Mungos Hospital recently released a statement regarding a new, and still misunderstood illness inflicting the Wizarding population. This new illness, called "Hag's Fever" appears to only afflict the wizarding population and is centrally located to the British Isles.

Some of the symptoms of Hag's Fever are lethargy, coughing, body aches, sneezing fire, magical misfires, and emotional magical outbursts. While many of these symptoms can pass as an average cold, the fire, misfires and magical outbursts have made Hag's Fever a dangerous illness in regard to the Statute of Secrecy.

Studies of this new ailment have revealed Hag's Fever is highly contagious and can last as few as 7 days or as long as 21 days.



Because of the magical nature of this ailment, anyone showing symptoms is advised to report to a medical professional as soon as possible and to avoid non-magical society until symptoms subside. St. Mungos has set up temporary nurse stations in several magical communities across the Isles to assist any ailing individuals.

At the moment, the British Isles seem to be the only nations afflicted by Hag's Fever. As such, the International Confederation of Wizards has declared a temporary quarantine of wizardkind in the British Isles and until further notice all travel to, or from, the Isles is suspended. The Statute of Secrecy staff force will be working unlimited overtime, and drawing from other Ministry departments during this time of year to handle any magical mishaps muggles witness.

Many families are devastated by the news as the school year comes to a close in only a few weeks. Because of the quarantine families will be unable to leave the Isles during summer vacation. As a further complication the Illvermorny students currently attending Hogwarts will be unable to return to North America until the quarantine is ended. Pupillus Domum Orphanage has graciously stepped forward to house the Ilvermorny students once the school year ends and until travel is once again permitted.

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June 7th, 2025Norbert Quirrell

Elaine Dupree IS DEAD

Ministry officials have announced the death of Elaine Lyra Dupree.

In a shocking new development the virus shaking our nation is, oddly, what we have to thank for this turn of events. Dupree, and her followers called "Purifiers", have been at large and evading Aurors since April 1st, 2023. Dupree is believed to be behind multiple student murders that transpired between 2022 and 2023. Purifiers are also believed to be responsible for the bombing of King's Cross in 2023. Dupree and her followers have been silent in recent years, but Ministry officials always believed they were still a potential threat.

Dupree was discovered in a small hospital in Scotland seeking medical aid for Hag's Fever - our sources say. It's clear her own healing savvy comrades could not tackle the virus and she had to seek help in the outside world.

It's not a surprise she stayed away from St. Mungo's where she might be recognized, but the quarantine made it impossible to seek aid where she might not be recognized. The hospital staff recognized her and contacted the proper authorities. In a brief scuffle, Elaine was taking down by one of the brave Aurors on the scene.

A witness stated that Elaine was accompanied by two men, and that after Dupree's identity had been revealed they abandoned her. These men are still at large, having evaded capture.

Minister Granger reminds us, "while this is a great victory, we must remember that other purifiers are out there and we won’t stop until they are eradicated." A small moment of success in this ever chaotic situation will not stop our minister from keeping her head on straight.

Anyone with information regarding other Purifiers, or the two men that evaded capture are advised to contact Ministry officials.

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DAILY PROPHET

June 11, 2025Norbert Quirrell

FIREWORK MALFUNCTION AT QUIDDITCH MATCH

During the Yorkshire vs Wimbourne Wasps match an unfortunate accident occurred. Ministry officials report that while completing a final walk  through the fireworks were set off inside the stadium. The Quidditch stadium suffered significant damage because of the malfunction. Mediwizards already on site for the match quickly responded, and many lives were saved due to their quick thinking before St. Mungos response teams arrived.

St. Mungos is reporting 100 deaths either from injuries, or from the immediate blast. Among those fallen, is Minister Hermione Granger, who was overseeing the  preparations. Several American students and MACUSA aurors were also among the casualties and injured.  


Quidditch officials will be donating all proceeds from the match to St. Mungos and families affected by the firework malfunction.

In addition, The Ministry will be issuing magical travel visas going forward. These visas will permit healthy, magical adults and children, to leave and enter the countries currently under quarantine. This visa will permit those affected to visit family and friends during this time of mourning. To apply for a visa individuals must go through a rigorous series of exams at St. Mungos to ensure that they will not carry the Hag's Fever virus out of the countries.

Ministry officials were questioned in regards to the Minister vacancy. Advisor Stone stated "Until a new Minister is elected I will handle necessary Minister duties. Further information will be released when we feel those affected by Minister Granger's death have had an adequate grieving period."

The Ministry has provided a list of casualties, and asks any donations be sent to St. Mungos for distribution.

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CASUALTIES
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HERMIONE JEAN GRANGER
OONA CAOIMHE O'TOOLE
EDMUND MICHAEL WINDSOR
LAUREL REY FAWLEY
Steel Lawrence
Edgar Woods
Marian Graves
Micheal Lyons
Ellen Banks
Sean Cole
Arthur Day
Nellie Ellis
Margie Jenkins
Cheryl O'Brien
Leon Wheeler
Douglas Payne
Loco Simmons
Alvin Ray
Esther Stevens
Alex Lowe
Ronnie Stanley
Dwight Lynch
Gene Williams
Kris Lawrence
Danni Day
Hayden Saunders
Aiden Burke
Denny Taylor
Gabe Palmer
Haiden Bates
Glenn Harris
Caden Walker
Blair Hunter
Angel Lawrence
Brice Hopkins
Taylor Moss
Casey Young
Gene Richards
Brook Smith
Billy Smith
Cory Williamson
Robin Spencer
Sidney Cooper
Skylar Mccarthy
Logan Elliott
Bev Powell
Quinn Perry
Jody Harper
Justice Lane
Riley Walsh
Glen Shaw
Bev Webb
Rachel Cole
Olivia West
Billie Reynolds
Lilly Mills
Tiana Cole
Emma Stone
Arya Miller
Kyra Read
Lyra May
Natalia Ross
Haider Jackson
Aydin Thomson
Ralphie Sharp
Flynn Morgan
Brian Walsh
Laurence Jordan
Phoenix Grant
Nate Kelly
Hunter Baxter
Vincent Gill
Kayla Woods
Jennifer Davies
Mya Young
Angel Pearson
Tilly Lloyd
Milana Harris
Georgie Nicholson
Georgia Chapman
Tilly Holmes
Josie Fraser
Cian Ross
Dexter Gallagher
Ralphie Reid
Lincoln Hall
Romeo Richards
Noel Young
Ayan Willis
Jordan Turner
Nicholas Bailey
Elias Duncan
Silver Pearson
Brynn Dixon
Justice Lawrence
Rudy Young
Val Scott
Leslie James
Gabe Riley
Jordan Day

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THE DAILY PROPHET

1 August 2025Damian Karkaroff

MINISTER KRUM TAKES OFFICE

After the unfortunate death of Minister Granger, the magical community has been in mourning. Today though, after a rather unorthodox and quick voting period, a new minister has been elected. While the polls were close the Bulgarian born, former world class Quidditch player, Viktor Krum has been elected as the newest Minister.

Viktor Krum brings a very different perspective to the British Minister. Born and raised in Bulgaria, Krum graduated from Durmstrang Institute. During his school years he was an avid and talented Quidditch player. So talented that he was recruited for the national Bulgarian team while still in school. He competed in the 1994 Quidditch World Cup and was the Dumstrang champion that same year when the Tri-Wizard Tournament was brought back.

Since Kingsley's mysterious death in 2022 faith in the Ministry has been dwindling. Many have blamed the Ministry for the many tragedies since that date, claiming Kingsley was the only on willing to take action against the injustices of the world. Many hope that by bringing Krum into office, a non-politician, he will be able to bring new perspectives to the Ministry. During his campaign, Krum promised to create a better and safer world for everyone. Some of his campaign promises include better foreign relationships to the controversal return of dementors to Azkaban.

When asked how he feels about his new position and his first actions as Minister, Krum stated "It feels me with immense pride that the magical community has put their faith in me, Viktor Krum, to be the next Minister of Magic. I’m humbled and a little saddened that it comes following the footsteps of our previous minister and dear friend Hermione Granger. One of my first acts a Minister will be a complete investigation into what occurred at the Quidditch championship to insure such a tragedy can never occur again.”

The whole world is looking at you, Minister Krum, and the legacy you create.

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1 October 2025Clark Kent

Hy-Brasil Creatures on the Loose

The residents of Hy-Brasil were woken by a terrible earthquake early this morning. Hy-Brasil. Hy-Brasil is a magical island off the coast of Ireland and home to the descendants of Celtic druids. It is one of the most unique magical biomes in the world. Modern day Hy-Brasil has remained closed off from most the world, as have the residents.

This earthquake was no regular earthquake though. The ancient barrier that has surrounded Hy-Brasil for almost 2000 years was somehow brought down, and many of the magical creatures that call Hy-Brasil home fled the island in their panic.

While historically strained, the Ministry and Druid community have banded together to try to recapture and safely return all the escaped creatures before too much muggle attention is drawn. The Ministry obliviators are having to do mandatory overtime to ensure any sightings are erased from muggle memory.

Expert protection charmers from around the world are traveling to Hy-Brasil to aid the Druids in re-establishing the barrier as quickly as possible. A temporary charm to prevent any further escapes has been cast around the island as these experts work with Druid leadership to find a more permanent solution.

While there are many mixed reactions to the Hy-Brasilian barrier dropping, most agree that the creatures of Hy-Brasil need to be recaptured as quickly as possible and returned home.

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1 January 2026Norbert Quirrell

MYSTERIOUS ISLAND APPEARS

A mysterious island has suddenly appeared over the New years holiday. Reports claim that muggle sailors stumbled upon the island several weeks ago, and only one survivor escaped. THe man, though severely dehydrated and malnurished was sound of mind when Ministry obliviators arrived. He spoke of horrifying and unnatural creatures. After his rescue, Ministry officials were dispatched to investigate the island (December 31, 2025). Officials returend hours laters, with confirmations that the island did exist and was unlike anything they've ever witnessed. Experts are flocking to the area to explore this newly discovered natural land. Meanwhile, the Ministry's Druid ambassador pleads for caution. Accoerding to the ambassador, there are druid legends about a mysterious island, similiar to this one. And that on this island is "a great evil". 

Gringotts has immediatley deployed a team of Curse breakers to investigate this land and search for any worth while artifacts. 

There are also reports of magical organizations beginning their own preperations to travel to this island....

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16 May 2026Norbert Quirrell

Fire Destroys Hogwarts, Dupree to Blame

A major fire yesterday destroyed nearly all of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The fire, which began at dinnertime, left no part of the castle untouched. About one third of the structure of the castle remains intact today, according to Ministry of Magic reports from overnight. The fire itself, meanwhile, included a Dark form of fire known as Fiendfyre and was discovered to have been the work of Elaine Dupree. Citing one Ministry official, The Daily Prophet has learnt that Dupree, who was previously believed to be deceased, had taken residence in the infamous Chamber of Secrets beneath the castle. She is confirmed to have perished in the blaze.

Students and staff who were dining in the Great Hall were put under the effects of a paralysis potion, and numerous eyewitnesses reported seeing a dragon departing from the castle as the fire began to spread. Aurors suggested that Dupree was herself responsible for the potion and attempted to maximise the casualties. Some of Dupree's supporters, known as Purifiers, stationed themselves around the perimeter of the castle. All identified individuals have been taken into Ministry custody, including Asher Burke, Head of the Department of Mysteries.

The Ministry is still working to confirm the identities of the deceased and to ensure that all Hogwarts students have transportation to their respective families. A list of the confirmed victims of the fire is provided below. Arrangements for Portkey travel are being communicated to the families of foreign students, and it is anticipated that all students will have returned home by this evening, 16 May. Additional arrangements for students taking Ordinary Wizarding Level (O.W.L.) and Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Test (N.E.W.T.) will be communicated to students once finalised, including to those students residing on Hy-Brasil. It is expected that the students will sit their examinations at the Ministry itself.

Plans for September for returning Hogwarts students and staff members are being determined in consultation with the Hogwarts Board of Governors, and more information is expected in the coming weeks.

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CASUALTIES
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Sofia Svendsen, 18
Shreya Flint-Macmillan, 19
Cameron Berg, 18