UFO Nyt - No 1 1998

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO NYT
Issue: 1/98
Volume: 40
Date: 1998
Publisher: SUFOI (Skandinavisk UFO Information)
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of UFO NYT, the first of its 40th year, presents a diverse range of topics within ufology, including a significant article on a purported alien abduction, reports on Danish UFO sightings, and a brief mention of NASA's concerns about Mars. The cover features artwork by Steve Rude and headlines that promise "The UFOs are coming" and "The best case of the century?", alongside "Big lies and little green men" and "NASA fears killer virus on Mars".

Contents and Articles

Forsiden (Cover)

The cover illustration is by Steve Rude (1992) and is from the book "Saucer Attack!". The book itself is described as containing a collection of color illustrations. The cover also promotes an upcoming review titled "The UFOs are coming!". Readers are invited to call a phone number for a complete list of sales materials.

Indhold (Contents)

• The table of contents lists several articles:
• Kontakt (Contact)
• 1997 - et tilbageblik (1997 - A Look Back)
• Århundredets oplevelse (The Experience of the Century)
• Store løgne og små grønne mænd (Big Lies and Little Green Men)
• Ufo konferencen 1997 (UFO Conference 1997)
• Kig på himlen (Look at the Sky)
• Astronomi & Rumfart - notitser (Astronomy & Spaceflight - Notes)
• Indholdsfortegnelse UFO-Nyt 1997 (Table of Contents UFO-Nyt 1997)
• Ufoerne kommer! (The UFOs are Coming!)
• Ny bog roses til skyerne (New Book Praised to the Skies)
• Notitser (Notes)
• 10.000 mennesker tager ikke fejl! (10,000 People Don't Take a Mistake!)

SUFOI Information

Contact details for SUFOI are provided, including postal address (Postboks 6, DK-2820 Gentofte), giro number (9 11 77 25), and phone numbers for information and UFO alarms (70 20 11 22), with normal expedition hours from 6 PM to 10 PM. Email contact is available via [email protected], and the website is www.sufoi.dk. The purpose and leadership of SUFOI are mentioned as being detailed on page 3.

Copyright for SUFOI 1998 is stated, allowing news media to quote articles with clear source attribution, but requiring written agreement for full reproduction. Copying is permitted according to agreements with the Ministry of Education and Copy-Dan. Articles represent contributions to the understanding of ufology, and SUFOI does not necessarily endorse the views expressed.

Key personnel include Editor-in-chief Kim Møller Hansen, editorial staff Ole Henningsen and Inge H. Svane, and illustrators Henrik Klinge Pedersen, Dezsö Sternoczky, and Hunt Emerson. Production is handled by JL Desk Top, and printing by Glumsø Bogtrykkeri A/S. Distribution is managed by Avispostkontoret, Copenhagen V.

Submissions for articles are welcomed, but no honorariums are paid due to limited resources. Deadlines for submissions for upcoming issues are noted: April 2nd for issue #2 (mid-May), July 2nd for issue #3 (mid-August), and October 2nd for issue #4 (mid-November).

Subscription Information: UFO-Nyt is published quarterly with 24 pages per issue. The 1998 subscription price is kr. 237.00. An additional kr. 50.00 is charged for mailing in an envelope (total kr. 287.00), which is mandatory for Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and all other countries. A 5-year subscription (1998-2002) is available for kr. 1,185.00 (kr. 1,435.00 with envelope service). SUFOI's Diskette Service 1998 costs kr. 165, and the SUFOI Newsletter 1998 costs kr. 125, both requiring a UFO-Nyt subscription. Address changes should be reported to Jan Hansen.

Leder (Editorial)

The editorial, titled "Kontakt" (Contact) and written by Per Andersen, reflects on humanity's innate desire to understand its origins and place in the universe. It references Copernicus and Darwin for challenging the Earth-centric view and opening the possibility of life beyond Earth. The editorial poses the question of whether humanity is alone or if life is abundant in the universe. It highlights recent scientific developments, such as the 1996 announcement of potential fossilized life on Mars (meteorite ALH84001), though this finding is still debated. The discovery of Europa's potential subsurface ocean and the detection of exoplanets are also mentioned. The editorial quotes Frank Drake's prediction of detecting an intelligent signal before the year 2000 and Jens Martin Knudsen's belief in contact with another intelligence within our lifetime. It concludes by pondering the implications of such a discovery, suggesting it would enrich our understanding but also diminish a mythical element of existence.

Danske rapporter (Danish Reports)

This section details UFO sightings and related phenomena reported in Denmark.

1997 - et tilbageblik (1997 - A Look Back) by Toke Haunstrup:
This article reviews SUFOI's activities in 1997, noting a high level of engagement with nearly 300 observation reports, an increase from the previous year. However, the clearance rate for these reports dropped to about 30%, attributed to a lack of report takers. A course for new report takers is announced. The distribution of observations throughout the year shows peaks in March and August, with August's high number possibly linked to the Perseid meteor shower. The article includes a graph illustrating monthly observation counts.

Fænomen oplyser soveværelse (Phenomenon illuminates bedroom):
A report from Randers describes an observation on March 6-7, 1997, by a woman who was woken by a bright light. She saw a large orange sphere moving horizontally, then stopping and ascending rapidly. Her husband also witnessed it. The object was described as having a clear form, the size of a full moon, and made no sound. The sky was clear, and the moon had not yet risen. No other witnesses have come forward.

Observation fra Odense (Observation from Odense):
A healthcare assistant in Odense reported seeing an object moving from north to southwest on March 18, 1997, at 6:40 AM. The object, described as elliptical and illuminated, appeared behind pine trees. It rotated and moved at high speed, faster than an airplane. The observer noted clear lines on the object but could not determine its distance. The sky was clear and calm.

Nattelys vækker folk (Night light wakes people):
This subsection discusses recurring reports of people being woken by a strong light shining through their bedroom windows. It notes common features: the observer is woken by a bright light, is often shocked, and frequently sees a luminous sphere in the sky that moves and disappears. Previous UFO-Nyt articles on similar cases are referenced.

Projektørlys driller københavnerne (Searchlights trouble Copenhageners):
1997 was a quiet year for searchlight reports, accounting for only about 10% of total reports, compared to approximately 30% in previous years. A significant incident occurred on May 25, 1997, late in the evening, generating 11 reports from the Copenhagen area. An observer in Lyngby saw a light moving back and forth, appearing diffuse and possibly originating from behind clouds. The phenomenon disappeared suddenly before midnight. Similar reports came from Rødovre, Glostrup, Frederiksberg, and Bagsværd, describing a light moving in a semicircle. The location of the searchlight was estimated to be around Herlev or Husum, but the operator could not be identified.

Sky med mærkeligt lys (Cloud with strange light):
On October 7, 1997, a woman in Bogense, Fyn, reported observing a phenomenon resembling a long cloud with a smaller, faster-moving 'sky' inside. The color was described as yellow with white and grey. The phenomenon moved away and disappeared behind trees. The sky was clear. The description could suggest a searchlight reflecting off a high cloud, but the direction (northeast, away from Fyn) makes this less likely, pointing towards the sea.

Usædvanligt halo-fænomen? (Unusual halo phenomenon?):
On October 13, 1997, near Kragenæs Havn, Lolland, a couple observed a dark 'disk' around the moon. The 'disk' was described as dark, making the sky within it less bright than the surrounding sky. The moon itself appeared normal. The edge of the dark disk seemed brighter. The relative size was estimated, and a drawing was provided. The article suggests this could be an extraordinary meteorological phenomenon, possibly related to halo rings caused by ice crystals, or a perceptual effect where the dark disk is perceived due to contrast with the brighter moon and halo ring.

Gennemsigtig kugle set ved Halsskov (Transparent sphere seen near Halsskov):
A 71-year-old woman in Halsskov reported three observations, the latest on August 13, 1997. She saw a phenomenon described as a "glass sphere with a light source in the center. Inside the sphere, there was something resembling rotating 'smoke'." The object moved along the beach, then turned sharply upwards and passed over her garage. The duration was approximately 25 seconds. A follow-up article is promised.

Bortførelser (Abductions)

This extensive section focuses on the alleged abduction of Linda Cortile.

Århundredets oplevelse (The Experience of the Century):
The article details the case of Linda Cortile, a woman from New York who, in 1989, reported a harrowing abduction experience to ufologist Budd Hopkins. The case is presented as potentially definitive proof of alien visitation or a massive hoax orchestrated against Hopkins. Linda initially reported being paralyzed and seeing a strange being. Under hypnosis, she recounted being taken from her high-rise apartment by several beings, through the window, into a large spaceship hovering outside. The spaceship reportedly flew over the East River before returning her. Her husband and children were asleep during the event.

"Dan" og "Richard" melder sig efter et år ("Dan" and "Richard" surface after a year):
Over a year later, in February 1991, Budd Hopkins received a letter from two men, "Dan" and "Richard" (pseudonyms), who claimed to have witnessed Linda's abduction from their police car near the Brooklyn Bridge. They expressed concern for her safety. The article questions why they waited over a year to come forward and why they contacted Hopkins specifically, given his prior knowledge of Linda through his support group. Their story evolved, with them later claiming to be security personnel escorting a prominent UN figure, possibly Javier Perez de Cuellar. De Cuellar has denied any involvement.

Dan og Richard går amok (Dan and Richard go berserk):
Further claims emerged that not only Linda but also Dan, Richard, and de Cuellar were abducted and taken to a beach where Linda built sandcastles with them.

Er Dan og Richard ægte? (Are Dan and Richard real?):
Hopkins reportedly downplays these more extreme details in his lectures. The article notes that attempts to verify Dan and Richard's identities have been difficult. Greg Sandow analyzed audio tapes and letters from them, finding Richard's voice to be genuine, not theatrical, though some found it monotonous. The letters also appeared authentic.

An interesting letter from "the third man," de Cuellar, denying involvement, showed some similarities to Dan and Richard's correspondence but also differences. The language in de Cuellar's letter was consistent with his background, but the article acknowledges it could still be genuine.

Damen på broen (The Lady on the Bridge):
Janet Kimball (pseudonym) is presented as a particularly interesting witness because Budd Hopkins met her personally. About 1.5 years after Linda's experience, Janet wrote to Hopkins, initially misplacing her letter. In November 1991, she contacted him again, describing how her car died on the Brooklyn Bridge, plunging the area into darkness. She saw a bright light from a craft, and four small beings emerged with a person resembling a girl in pajamas. The object then flew away at high speed. Janet believed thousands must have seen this. Hopkins did not thoroughly investigate her background, and Janet later withdrew from contact, citing fear for her position in the community.

Janet trækker sig - nye vidner træder frem (Janet withdraws - new witnesses emerge):
Greg Sandow found Janet Kimball's interviews to be genuine. Other witnesses mentioned include Cathy Turner, who reported seeing a UFO near a building in New York but could not provide specific details. Her nephew confirmed she spoke of such an event. A person named "Francesca" in Linda's building reported seeing a bright light in November 1989, but this only came to light in 1995. Marilyn Kilmer initially claimed to have been abducted with Linda, but later retracted her story.

Hvem er Linda Cortile? (Who is Linda Cortile?):
Linda Cortile is described as credible by Hopkins and Sandow. She claims to have had strange experiences since childhood, including abductions, which led her to join Hopkins' group. She was a promising singer and model named Lynn Long before marrying and having children. She also believes she is a descendant of Joan of Arc. She reported a small bump on her nose after the abduction, which she believed was an implanted object. An X-ray was taken, but the image was not developed immediately. When it was finally examined, it showed nothing unusual, leading Hopkins and Linda to believe the object had been removed. Linda's husband is described as a key witness, having met Richard, but he refuses to cooperate or confirm Linda's story, leading to speculation about his motives.

Konklusion (Conclusion):
The article presents two possibilities: either Linda Cortile's story is a genuine abduction case, or it is a large-scale hoax. If it is a hoax, Linda would be heavily involved, possibly fabricating the stories of Dan and Richard. The complexity of such a hoax, involving multiple individuals and spanning years, is highlighted. The alternative is that the abduction is real, including the extraordinary details about Dan, Richard, and their alleged shared experiences. The author concludes that it is up to the reader to decide which version is more plausible.

Kilder (Sources):
A list of sources is provided, including articles from IUR, Skeptical Inquirer, UFO Magazine, and books by Budd Hopkins and Donald A. Johnson.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, alien abductions, and related phenomena, presenting witness testimonies and attempting to analyze them. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, while also acknowledging the need for critical evaluation and the possibility of hoaxes. The publication aims to inform its readers about the latest research and reports within the ufology community, particularly focusing on Scandinavian cases while also covering international ones. There is a clear emphasis on detailed reporting of individual cases, often including witness drawings and personal accounts.

This issue of UFO-NYT, dated 1/98, focuses on the CIA's involvement with UFOs, with the cover headline "Store løgne og små grønne mænd" (Big lies and little green men). The magazine delves into a CIA investigation of its UFO archives from 1947 to 1990, initiated by CIA Director R. James Woolsey and conducted by government historian Gerald K. Haines.

CIA's UFO Archives Investigation

The investigation, published in 1997, revealed that many UFO reports from the 1950s and 1960s were likely caused by American spy planes, such as the U-2. The article highlights that the U-2, with its silver-grey color, reflected sunlight, leading to misidentifications. The magazine also notes that the US Air Force's Project Blue Book allegedly misled the public with false UFO explanations. When asked for comment, Brigadier General Ronald Sconyers stated that the Air Force prioritizes national security, which did not dispel suspicions.

Another aspect covered is the Robertson Panel, established in 1953 and sponsored by the CIA. This panel concluded that the government should dismiss all UFO reports. However, it did not entirely rule out the possibility that the Soviet Union might use UFOs as a means to disrupt communication before a potential nuclear attack on the USA.

Gerald K. Haines' investigation, presented in a concise internet version, suggests that the CIA's secrecy likely contributed to UFO cover-ups, though he could not provide definitive proof. He mentions cases involving tapes and photographs that the CIA examined, indicating possible cover-ups, but without conclusive evidence. The CIA is also noted to have lied to UFO researchers who had contacted them.

UFO Organizations and Their Role

The magazine discusses the role of UFO organizations and individuals in investigating UFO reports. In 1958, the CIA feared further government investigations into UFO reports and contacted the Air Force to establish a common future policy. There were concerns within the CIA that some UFO researchers had "had hidden motives" and should be scrutinized by the FBI. The book "UFOs Over the America" by Coral and Jim Lorenzen of APRO is cited, suggesting similar attempts to obstruct UFO researchers and organizations.

Spy Planes and UFOs

The press focused heavily on the part of Haines' investigation suggesting that observed UFOs were actually American spy planes. The U-2 spy plane, used for espionage against the Soviet Union, could operate at high altitudes and its silver-grey color reflected sunlight, especially at sunrise and sunset. Later, the U-2 was painted black. Other aircraft, like the OXCART (SR-71 Blackbird) and Stealth aircraft, could also be mistaken for UFOs.

UFOs as a Cover-Up

In the late 1970s and 1980s, the CIA's interest in UFOs decreased, despite growing public interest, partly fueled by the renewed attention to the alleged Roswell crash in 1947. Three UFO researchers claimed that the US Air Force hid a crashed UFO and its crew, citing classified documents. However, the official explanation from the US Air Force was that something else crashed that day. A 1994 report from the US Air Force concluded that the Roswell debris were from Project Mogul, a secret balloon operation for spying on the Soviet Union. The article suggests that if the CIA used a deliberate cover-up, they were fortunate that the public outcry over "UFOs" in 1947, when a top-secret balloon project crashed, helped obscure the truth.

The article also mentions that Dr. Larry Bland revealed the alleged Majestic-12 documents to be a hoax, noting similarities in language to a letter from Marshall and that the term "Magic" was altered to "Majic." According to Gerald K. Haines, no original MJ-12 documents exist.

SUFOI 40th Anniversary Conference

The issue features a report on the SUFOI conference held on November 1, 1997, marking the organization's 40th anniversary. The conference in Lyngby Storcenter included eight lectures by Danish and international UFO researchers, discussions, and a new exhibition. The event was a success and received significant media attention.

Lectures included Clas Svahn on Gösta Carlsson's close encounter in a Swedish forest, Peter Nørgaard on recent Danish UFO observations and photos, and Torben Birkeholm on a car stop case near Vejle in 1995. Mikael Rothstein and John Spencer discussed whether UFOs can exist without being real, and Jenny Randles spoke about "Men in Black" allegedly threatening UFO witnesses.

An exhibition created by Henrik Klinge Pedersen and Lars Thomas showcased SUFOI's materials and will be displayed in public libraries. The conference also featured discussions on light pollution and its impact on UFO research, with a report on a conference held at the Tycho Brahe Planetarium.

Area 51 and Extraterrestrial Visits

The article touches upon Area 51 in Nevada, USA, a top-secret base where secret aircraft like the U-2, F-117 Stealth, and Aurora were tested, contributing to UFO reports. The film "Independence Day" is mentioned in relation to the myth of crashed flying saucers at Area 51. Recent geological findings near Rachel, Nevada, including deformed quartz minerals and iridium, are presented as strong evidence of a meteorite impact dating back 367 million years, forming a 100 km diameter crater.

Astronomy and Space

Astronomy & Rumfart section:

• Sky Phenomena (February 15 - May 15): Details on observing Mercury, Venus, Mars, and Jupiter. A conjunction of the Moon, Jupiter, and Venus is noted for April 23. Saturn is visible in the evening sky but will be too close to the sun by April. Jupiter will be a morning star in the east by mid-April, and Saturn will be in opposition on October 23.
• Eclipses: No total eclipses visible in Denmark in 1998. Two penumbral lunar eclipses will occur on March 13 and September 13.
• Meteors: The Lyrids meteor shower is expected around April 22.
• NASA and Extraterrestrial Viruses: The risk of bringing new and dangerous diseases to Earth from Mars samples is highlighted. NASA plans extensive safety measures for sample return missions starting in 2008, treating Martian material like Ebola virus.
• Is there life out there?: Physicist Benny Lautrup states that life is not a unique event and speculates about life in the universe, but admits that a definitive answer requires further investigation.
• Lunar Prospector to the Moon: NASA launched the Lunar Prospector on January 6 to map lunar craters, particularly in polar regions, searching for ice. Previous findings from the Clementine mission suggested ice, which could be significant for future colonization.
• Gene Shoemaker's Ashes on Lunar Prospector: The ashes of the renowned scientist Gene Shoemaker, co-discoverer of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9, are being sent to the Moon aboard the Lunar Prospector as a tribute.
• John Glenn's Return to Space: At 77, John Glenn is set to become the oldest person in space when he flies on the Space Shuttle Discovery (STS-95) in October 1998. The mission aims to study the effects of weightlessness on an aging organism.

Reviews

• "Saucer Attack!": A book review of "Saucer Attack!" by Eric Nesheim and Leif Nesheim, described as a picture book for nostalgic adults, offering a humorous and American perspective on the "golden age" of flying saucers (1947-1967).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, government secrecy, and the scientific investigation of these topics. There is a clear interest in debunking myths while also acknowledging unexplained cases. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, presenting findings from official investigations and UFO research organizations alike. The inclusion of astronomical news and space missions suggests a broader interest in the cosmos and humanity's place within it.

This issue of UFO-NYT, dated 1/98, is a Danish publication from SUFOI, focusing on UFO phenomena, ufology, and related cultural aspects. It features book reviews, news items, historical case discussions, and promotional content for the organization.

Book Reviews

Saucer Attack! Pop Culture In The Golden Age Of Flying Saucers

The issue highlights the book "Saucer Attack!" by Eric and Leif Nesheim, which is praised for its accurate description of its content. The book delves into the popular culture surrounding flying saucers, particularly in the 1950s, covering aspects like everyday objects decorated with UFO motifs, songs, toys, comic cards, books, and comics. It features numerous illustrations of flying saucers, aliens, and invasion scenarios from film posters, books, magazines, and toys. The authors, Eric Nesheim (a professional artist and UFO enthusiast) and his son Leif, have compiled this work. The book is described as a product of its time, reflecting the era's hopes and fears. It is richly illustrated with 12 chapters of color illustrations and detailed image credits. The review notes that the book can be ordered via Amazon.com.

UFOs and Urology. The First 50 Years

Another book reviewed is "UFOs and Urology. The First 50 Years" by Paul Devereux and Peter Brookesmith. The magazine "Fortean Times" gives this book a "fantastic" review, calling it a factual and well-worked overview of the first 50 years of ufology. The authors illustrate how ufology has been a mixture of religions, perceptions, methods, and factions, making it a difficult subject to fully grasp. They propose that UFOs are a composite of different phenomena, identifying two main types: physical lights in the sky (potentially unknown phenomena like 'earth lights') and psychological phenomena related to sleep (behind experiences like 'abductions'). The review concludes that the book is highly recommended.

News and Notitser

UFO Committee in Chile

On November 3, 1997, the leading general of FACH (Chilean Air Force) ordered the formation of a special committee to investigate 'irregular phenomena from outer space.' This committee, named "Comite de Investigaciones de Fenomenos Anomalos Espacio" (CIFAE), will initially consist of FACH personnel and members of the Chilean UFO organization AION. CIFAE will have unrestricted access to military archives, reports, images, and films, serving as a central database for UFO phenomena. Personnel from the "Direccion de Aeronautica" will also travel to France and other countries to gain experience in UFO research. With the launch of the BETA satellite in 1998, more information is expected, including the registration of air traffic.

Betty and Barney Hill Case

The article discusses the Betty and Barney Hill abduction case from September 1961, noting it as one of the first abduction cases. It highlights Barney Hill's sketch of the alien leader under hypnosis in 1964, which featured large, slanted eyes, a line for a mouth, no ears, and no hair. This depiction has become the prototype for the 'grey alien' in the US. Martin Kottmeyer's research indicates that this alien type was first shown on the American TV series "The Outer Limits" on February 10, 1964, in an episode called "Bellero Shield," with Barney's drawing remarkably similar to the TV portrayal.

Lorenzo Kent Kimball and Roswell

Lorenzo Kent Kimball, who was stationed at the Roswell base in July 1947, is presented as a witness who denies claims of a spaceship recovery and alien autopsies. He states that the base lacked the necessary facilities for such procedures and dismisses other claims, including the existence of nurse Naomi and the testimonies of Glenn Dennis ('the truth-teller') and Dr. Jesse B. Johnson.

UFO Lamp

Preben Boel Sørensen from Skanderborg has designed a UFO-shaped lamp made of aluminum, featuring three halogen bulbs, resembling George Adamski's reported UFOs. The lamps are priced from 1,600 DKK.

Diana Predicted?

Following Princess Diana's death, some have suggested that Michel Nostradamus predicted her demise. The article examines a quatrain interpreted as referring to the 'last son of a man with the prophet's name' bringing Diana to her resting place. However, the translation is questioned, with the original text possibly referring to 'prophet's surname' and 'Monday' (which can be linked to Diana, the Roman moon goddess) rather than Dodi's family or Diana directly.

Alternative Nobel Prizes

The article mentions the 'Ig Nobel Prizes,' awarded for research that 'cannot and should not be repeated.' Winners included Bernard Vonnegut for research on tornado wind speeds using chicken plucking, Harold Hillman for a paper on pain during executions, inventors of Tamagotchi for turning production time into virtual pets, Richard Hoagland for discovering artificial structures on Mars, and Mark Hostetler for identifying insects on car windshields.

"Gen-experiments" 250 Years Ago

This section discusses historical speculation about extraterrestrial involvement in human development, referencing articles from the German magazine "UFO-Nachrichten." It highlights the work of Erich von Däniken and others who interpret ancient texts as evidence of alien visits. The article mentions a report by Hartwig Hausdorf about a deformed human fetus from 1735, labeled "Høne-mennesket" (Chicken-human), found in a museum in former East Germany. Hausdorf speculates whether this could be evidence of hybrid experiments by non-terrestrial intelligences.

SUFOI's Website and Courses

10,000 People Take Notice!

SUFOI's website has become highly successful, with 10,000 visitors per month. The webmaster, Lars H. Andersen, is continuously developing the site, which offers information on SUFOI, report work, articles on mysteries, and resources for students. A significant feature is online access to Willy Wegner's bibliography, "Extraterrestrial influence? An international bibliography on archaeoastronomy, preastronautics, ufolore, and related topics."

Course for Report Takers

SUFOI is organizing a course for UFO report takers in Copenhagen on May 2-3, 1998. The course will cover how to collect and investigate observer reports and is open to anyone interested. Registration details are provided, with Toke Haunstrup available for questions.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena from various angles, including cultural impact, historical cases, scientific inquiry, and speculative theories. There's a clear interest in documenting and analyzing UFO reports, as evidenced by the course for report takers and the promotion of SUFOI's website. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, while also acknowledging skepticism and debunking efforts, as seen in the Roswell and Nostradamus articles. The inclusion of 'Ig Nobel Prizes' suggests a willingness to engage with the more unusual or humorous aspects of research. The magazine aims to inform its readership about the latest developments in ufology and related fields.