"This station reports that following the news of former MI6 agent Harold King Philby's death from Moscow on May 11, the case concerning the disposition of Philby's remains was officially closed yesterday."
"Moscow once again denied the family's request to transfer the body. It has been confirmed that Philby will be buried in Moscow before January of this year..."
"It is understood that MI6 had no comment on Moscow's actions. Perhaps they were ashamed of the name Kim Philby. A reporter from The Times once contacted a senior MI6 operations officer unilaterally. The person declined to reveal his identity, merely stating that Moscow's detention of Kim Philby's body concealed a deeper conspiracy..."
"Next, we will bring you the life story of Harold King Philby, the legendary life of an MI6 double agent..."
With a click, the radio emitted a burst of static. Merkel, who was dusting the table, turned to Schiller, who was reading the newspaper by the dining table, and said, "Sir, it's time for Gotham Morning News. Would you like me to change the station for you?"
Schiller turned a page without looking up and said, "Yes. And turn up the volume a little. I can't hear very well."
When the radio came on again, the familiar voice of Gotham Morning News's female host sounded from within:
"Mayor Brown visited Green Street at six this morning, expressing deep concern over the snowstorm and the traffic problems it has caused. He stated that even the poorest and most chaotic East End, and even the densely populated Living Hell, should not be abandoned..."
"Traffic issues have always been a focus of his city administration. Over the past few months, his work has produced remarkable results. Though this snowstorm has placed yet another burden on Gotham City's transportation, no disaster can