Annals of the Enquiring - 1995 No 24

Magazine Overview

Title: annals
Issue: 24
Date: April-June 1995
Publisher: G. Lovell
Country: UK
Price: £1.75

This issue of *annals*, subtitled 'UFOs, Paranormal, Forteana Quarterly', presents a significant reassessment of its future direction and content, with the editor, Gerry Lovell, emphasizing his personal interest in UFO and paranormal research. The magazine aims to present a wide range of speculative and otherwise material from the public domain, embracing both Fortean and more specific UFO/paranormal topics.

Editorial: First Word

The editorial by Gerry Lovell welcomes readers to a new issue and format, highlighting a crucial reassessment of the magazine's direction. Lovell states that while *annals* has often been labelled a Fortean publication, his personal interests have always lain in UFO and paranormal research. He notes the growing impact of the UFO subject, with an increasing abundance of abduction/regression accounts and persistent recurring themes. Lovell questions the root cause of these shared experiences, suggesting that if alien abduction is not it, then something else must be. He also points to the accumulation of visual 'evidence,' such as camcorder footage, and the nervous attempts of governments to evade the issues. The editor asserts that UFOs, aliens, and abductions are no longer the domain of the unhinged or paranoid, and that these controversial events are having a profound impact on everyone. Lovell promises to present overflow material, chronicle complexities, and adopt an unorthodox and radical approach. He assures readers that the magazine will continue to reflect much that is broadly Fortean, including paranormal and cryptozoological accounts, alongside alternate science and archaeological anomalies. He apologizes for the quality of the previous issue's cover.

Roswell: The Autopsy Film and New Investigation

The issue dedicates significant attention to the Roswell Incident, describing it as one of the most enduring names in contemporary UFO history. It details the supposed recent discovery of 16mm black and white silent film footage purportedly documenting an autopsy on an alien body recovered from the New Mexico crash site in July 1947. Film producer Ray Santilli is credited with obtaining this footage from a former military cameraman. The film, though degraded, shows an unidentified body on a table, with two men in white coats taking flesh samples. The article notes the lack of clinical procedures and the contamination risk, as well as the discrepancy in the body's size compared to typical alien descriptions. The footage is reportedly being produced into a film and videos by Fox Lorber Corporation.

Furthermore, the article reveals that the investigative branch of the United States Congress is taking a second look at the Roswell Incident. Following USAF attempts in September 1994 to explain it away as a secret balloon project, the General Accounting Office (GAO) is armed with affidavits and government documents suggesting a cover-up. The GAO is attempting to resolve inconsistencies surrounding the controversy, particularly regarding the Mogul balloons intended to monitor Soviet nuclear weapons development. The USAF report claimed the wreckage was from Mogul #4, but a witness, C.B. Moore, who worked on the Mogul project, previously stated that no balloon in 1947 could account for the incident.

Roswell: Eyewitness Revelations and Cover-Up

This section delves into eyewitness accounts and alleged cover-ups related to the Roswell Incident. Republican Congressman Steven Schiff of New Mexico, after receiving queries from constituents, asked Defense Secretary Les Aspin for records. He was directed to Project Blue Book, the official USAF study of UFO sightings from 1952-69, which investigated 12,618 encounters but listed only 701 as 'Unknowns' and made no mention of Roswell. Schiff appealed to the GAO, which is investigating the matter. The article recounts the initial announcement by Col. William Blanchard of Roswell Army Air Base on July 8, 1947, stating the possession of a 'flying disc,' which was later retracted by the military in favor of a weather balloon explanation.

Eyewitness accounts from the late 1970s onwards are presented. Col. Thomas DuBose, chief of staff to Gen. Roger Ramey, admitted in his later years that he and Ramey concocted the weather-balloon cover story under orders from Strategic Air Command chief Gen. Clements McMullen. DuBose revealed that real debris samples were secretly transported to Fort Worth and then to Wright-Patterson AFB. Lewis Rickett, a Counter-Intelligence Corps sergeant, described examining debris at the crash site that was unlike weather balloon material. He also participated in reconstructing the UFO's trajectory, finding a hilltop with a gouge and sandy ridge turned into glass-like particles. However, former CIC Col. Sheridan Cavitt still maintains the weather-balloon story.

Roswell: The Movie and Other Accounts

The article mentions the release of a Roswell movie starring Martin Sheen and Kyle MacLachlan, which focuses on a government plot to hide the truth about a crashed alien aircraft. It also includes an account of Veronica Arsenau, who claims to have seen dead aliens at the crash site, and mentions a retired Air Force colonel, William Coleman, who predicted investigators would come up empty-handed and suggested Roswell was the remains of a downed ozone sonde.

Robert Lazar's UFO Knowledge

This section scrutinizes the claims of Robert Lazar, a former US government scientist who alleges to have worked on the secret 'Galileo' project involving alien technology. Lazar claims his life has been threatened and his records erased. He asserts he worked on at least one of nine alien craft housed at Area S-4 in the Nevada Test Site. He describes alien beings from Zeta 2 Reticuli and a propulsion system involving gravity wave amplification and a matter-antimatter reactor. While evidence of his employment at Los Alamos National Laboratories has been uncovered, his more remarkable claims remain unvalidated.

UFOs: Black Projects Scrutiny

This article discusses the speculation surrounding 'black projects' and the military's alleged attempts to recover and utilize UFO technology at the secretive Groom Lake Test Facility in southern Nevada, also known as Area 51. It references articles from 'Popular Science' and 'Popular Mechanics' that profiled the complex and disc-shaped craft. CNN's Larry King broadcast from outside Dreamland, interviewing former Senator Barry Goldwater, who recounted an incident involving Gen. Curtis LeMay and a request for access to a chamber at Wright-Patterson AFB rumoured to be a depot for Roswell debris.

The article also touches on Russian involvement, with ABC's 'Prime Time Live' investigating UFO secrets in the former Soviet Union. It mentions a narrowly avoided nuclear accident in Usovo, Ukraine, in 1983, where a UFO reportedly hovered over an ICBM missile silo, causing technicians to lose control of warheads. Don Ecker of UFO Magazine claims Russian scientists have been observing UFOs for decades and are selling declassified military documents.

The distinction between Area 51 (Groom Lake) and S-4 (Papoose Lake) is clarified, with Lazar claiming to have worked at S-4. It is stated that while Area 51 has a long runway, Lazar claims no UFOs are tested or stored there.

The Reality of those Flying Discs

This article explores the history and possibility of disc-shaped aircraft and unconventional propulsion systems. It references patents granted on electromagnetic propulsion systems, notably that of Thomas Townsend Brown and his 'Biefeld Brown Effect.' The article discusses early experiments with 'Airfoils' exhibiting flight and the military's classification of these tests. It also mentions Michael E. Gluharff's belief in the feasibility of disc-shaped craft using nuclear power and ongoing research by various institutions and manufacturers. The article lists several patents related to propulsion systems, including electrostatic propulsion, ionised boundary layers, and magnetohydrodynamics. It suggests that the saucer rumors extend beyond known craft like the Chance-Vought V-173 and Avrocar, and that many claim to have achieved gravity-defying propulsion. T.T. Brown's work is cited as potentially being suppressed, with his document 'A Narrative of the Cruise' describing the mapping of gravitational anomalies.

Near Death Experiences And UFO Abductions

This section, by Nelson S. Pacheco, Ph.D., explores the connection between Near Death Experiences (NDEs) and UFO abduction experiences. It defines NDEs as vivid reports from individuals close to death who have survived, often through modern medical resuscitation. The article highlights the similarities between NDE percipients and UFO abductees, including altered consciousness, contact with non-human entities, and psychospiritual transformation. It describes Lynn's NDE in 1973, where she experienced an out-of-body state, a tunnel, a being of light identified as Jesus Christ, and a visit to a heavenly realm before returning to life. Her experience is presented as an example of the nine common themes identified in NDEs by Dr. Raymond Moody. The article notes that Lynn's experience was harrowing and that a prophecy of 'beings of light' given to Dannion Brinkley is due to pass in 1995. Part 2 and conclusion are promised for the next issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFOs, alleged government cover-ups, extraterrestrial encounters, and the paranormal. The editorial stance, as articulated by Gerry Lovell, is one of open inquiry and presentation of diverse, often controversial, material. The magazine aims to explore these phenomena with an unorthodox and radical approach, encouraging readers to confront rather than ignore these events. There is a clear emphasis on UFO research, particularly the Roswell Incident, and an exploration of the intersection between the unexplained and the human experience, as seen in the NDE section. The magazine positions itself as a platform for speculative and investigative content, bridging the gap between Fortean curiosities and more focused paranormal and UFO investigations.

This issue of Annals magazine, identified as issue number 24, delves into a variety of unexplained phenomena, UFO sightings, and future predictions. It features articles on a mysterious object captured on NASA cameras during a shuttle launch, the peculiar case of six U.S. Army Intelligence Specialists known as the 'Gulf Breeze Six Incident,' and an upcoming international symposium on consciousness and UFO research. The magazine also explores the enigmatic Cydonia Complex on Mars, proposing it as a schematic map of the Martian moon system, and presents personal accounts of abduction experiences and spontaneous invisibility. Additionally, it includes predictions for global events and reports on UFO sightings and cattle mutilations.

Shuttle Launch Cameras Capture 'Something'

This article reports on an incident on October 18, 1993, when video cameras at NASA-Select captured a bright, white image during the shuttle Columbia's rocket booster disengagement. The object appeared to move diagonally, in the opposite direction of the shuttle's path. Calls from officials inquiring about an 'intruder' in restricted airspace followed. UFO researchers from MUFON examined enlarged and slowed-down footage, revealing a three-dimensional elliptical object. Field investigator Joe Jordan sent a copy to MUFON headquarters for analysis, which was inconclusive but indicated a three-dimensional object rather than a lens flare. Jordan reportedly spoke to three eyewitnesses who described the object as metallic and reflecting sunlight. Kennedy Space Centre's film analyst, Greg Katnik, insists he has never seen unexplained shuttle-related images and has not been told to suppress information. Katnik suggests the image might be a seagull, distorted by the camera's focus on the shuttle. However, closer analysis indicated it was a bird.

Gulf Breeze Six Incident

This section details an unusual event in July 1990, when six U.S. Army Intelligence Specialists from the 701st MI BDE deserted their posts and returned to the United States, anticipating Armageddon. This was unprecedented in U.S. Military history. Eight days later, they were captured in Gulf Breeze, Florida, and subjected to three weeks of questioning and investigation for desertion and espionage, but were subsequently released with Honorable Discharges. Newspaper reports at the time were sensationalized, with the soldiers claiming to have predictions about the future of the country and the planet. Vance A. Davis, one of the six, has since published a book titled 'Unbroken Promises' documenting their experience.

The Incident (Fribourg, Switzerland)

'The Incident' is described as a new international event scheduled for June 30-July 15, 1995, in Fribourg, Switzerland. This event will bring together figures from art and technology with researchers in phenomena such as UFO research, parapsychology, and dreams. Speakers include Jacques Vallee, Terence McKenna, Michael Lindemann, Jim Schnabel, Keiko Sei, and Budd Hopkins. The symposium aims to study different approaches to consciousness, acknowledging the growing public conviction in anomalous events like UFO sightings, psychic activity, and other phenomena.

The Monuments of Mars: A Map of the Martian Moon System

This article by Joseph R. Schembrie presents a theory that official NASA photographs of the Martian surface, particularly in the Cydonia region, reveal a stylized schematic diagram of the Martian Moon System. The author argues that the landforms, including 'The Face on Mars,' pyramids, and geometric figures, correspond precisely with astronomical data, suggesting an artificial origin. The article explains that Mars has two moons, Phobos and Deimos, and proposes that the Cydonia Complex represents a map where a 'cross-hairs' symbol denotes the center of Mars, an arc segment represents its surface, and two 'faces' symbolize the two moons. The author claims these symbols are arranged and spaced proportionally, creating a map drawn to scale, with three correlations for four symbols and a dozen coincidences, making it unlikely to be pure chance. The photographs used are from the Viking Mission frames 035A72, 035A73, and 035A74. Schembrie has also written a book, 'A Hill on Mars,' detailing this analysis.

UFO Sightings Increase Worldwide

According to some sources, an estimated 75,000 UFO sightings were recorded worldwide in 1994, with 226 logged in the UK by the British UFO Research Association. Areas reporting the most activity include central Scotland, West Yorkshire, and Somerset. Specific incidents mentioned include two British Airways pilots who encountered a brightly-lit mystery object over the Pennines, bright lights circling Little Cornard, Suffolk, and a UFO resembling a fluorescent loaf of bread hovering over Laverstock Down, Wiltshire. The Ministry of Defence officially closed its UFO files in 1968, but a spokesman stated that they accept some sightings defy explanation and remain open-minded.

British Abductee Lives in Fear

This section recounts the story of Ros Reynolds-Pamham, who claims to have been abducted by aliens in September 1982. More than 13 years later, she reportedly lives in fear of being taken again and believes she was used for experimentation. The article mentions an 'exclusive' account in 'The People' newspaper detailing intimate events she claims to have endured. Incidents continue to occur, including a bolt of bright light that shot through her window. Ros was introduced to Mark Parnham by a local UFO research group, and he hypnotically regressed her, piecing together her story. The article notes Parnham's involvement and suggests that further independent investigation might be compromised. Ros has been diagnosed with clinical depression and prescribed tranquilizers.

New Book: UFOs-Psychic Close Encounters

This is an announcement for a new paperback book by Albert Budden titled 'UFOs-Psychic Close Encounters: The Electromagnetic Indictment.' The book explores the overlap between UFO entities and apparitions, proposing the 'Electro-Staging Hypothesis.' It also discusses health and environmental effects of EM pollution and domestic electroforms. The book is published by Cassell/Blandford and costs £9.99.

Contactees & Involuntary Spontaneous Invisibility: A Researcher Desires Help

Donna Higbee, a hypnotherapist in Santa Barbara, California, is seeking information from researchers and investigators regarding a phenomenon of involuntary, spontaneous invisibility. She describes two cases where individuals seemed to be unseen and unheard by others. Higbee has spoken with other researchers who have heard similar reports. She is interested in finding correlations between those who report alien craft encounters and those experiencing invisibility, speculating if an abductee's vibrational frequency might be altered by a craft's force field.

New Book: ALIENS-THE FINAL ANSWER?

This is an announcement for a forthcoming book by David Barclay, 'ALIENS-THE FINAL ANSWER?', which questions whether humans are a natural product of Earth's ecosystem. It is a follow-up to 'UFOs THE FINAL ANSWER?' and will be published by Cassell/Blandford.

Ghostly Image of Sailor or Christ?

This article describes a mysterious underwater photograph taken by diver Gary Connick near Drake's Island. The image appears to show the face of a bearded sailor. Connick believes it might be related to Drake and the Spanish Armada. Some viewers have suggested it resembles the face of Christ. The article also notes that similar 'triangles' in the image are a result of the camera's shutter system and have been misidentified as UFOs when pointed at the sky.

Prophet of Gloom: Gordon-Michael Scallion

This section profiles Gordon-Michael Scallion, known for his annual Earth Change Predictions. It lists a sample of his predictions for 1995-1996, including major earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, severe weather in Europe, an increase in paranormal phenomena and UFO sightings, a Chernobyl-type event in the U.S., and the beginning of Armageddon with war in Europe and the Middle East. The article cautions that these are predictions and not certainties.

Earth Change Headlines Predicted by Various Sensitives (1958-2000+)

This list compiles predictions from various sensitives regarding Earth changes and global events. Key predictions include Earth Changes and pole shift occurring between 1958-1998, Niagara Falls fragmenting by 1997, a measurable Magnetic Pole Shift between 1994-2000, World War III beginning between 1995-1998, and the rise of Atlantis in 1996. It also mentions a meteor strike and flooding in Montana in 1995, and the potential impact of the eleventh planet Nemesis in 2000.

Spaced Out in Brasilia

This article explores the spiritual and mystical atmosphere of Brasilia, Brazil, highlighting various groups such as the New Acropolis and the Vegetable Union. The local government aims to boost tourism by promoting Brasilia as a 'gateway to the mystical world' and plans a giant UFO convention. The article mentions the Goodwill Legion's seven-sided pyramid-shaped temple with a large crystal, and the city's reputation for mystic energy, particularly at the tomb of President Juscelino Kubitschek. It also touches upon the belief that Brasilia is built on ancient rocks and is a safe site from earthquakes and nuclear attack, with some foreseeing it as the location for the return of Jesus Christ.

Preview To Excerpts From 'Mysteries of the Crystal Skulls Revealed'

This is a preview of excerpts from the book 'Mysteries of the Crystal Skulls Revealed' by Sandra Bowen, F.R.'Nick' Nocerino, and Joshua Shapiro. The book defines Crystal Skulls as ancient artifacts shaped like human skulls, made from quartz, discovered near ancient ruins. It mentions the Mitchell-Hedges Crystal Skull and discusses other authentic historical skulls, as well as contemporary ones. Specific skulls mentioned include the Mayan Crystal Skull, the Rose Quartz Crystal Skull, and the Amethyst Crystal Skull, detailing their discovery and current ownership or location.

Russian Cults

This section discusses the rise of cults in Russia, noting that the Russian Orthodox Church is lobbying to restrict foreign groups. It mentions the Aum Shinrikyo sect, suspected of a nerve-gas attack in Tokyo, which reportedly has 30,000 members in Russia. The article also highlights home-grown cults, with a lawyer, Irina Vorobyeva, suing the Russian branch of Aum Shinrikyo on behalf of relatives. The former KGB reportedly found no evidence of poison-gas making in Russia, but Moscow subway riders were panicky due to threats of Chechen terrorism.

American Mutes

This article reports on cattle mutilations in Colorado and New Mexico, noting a trend of other animals, including buffalo, goats, cats, and dogs, also becoming victims. The common factors are loss of blood and the inexplicable absence of it in the surrounding area. Unidentified lights and increased military activity are often observed. Some ranchers have reported shooting at military-looking helicopters. The article also touches upon allegations that these mutilations are related to genetic experiments occurring 'on the Dark Side of the Moon,' possibly linked to a concern over impending sterility in mankind, with sperm counts having dropped significantly.

Vietnam Mutilations

A strange story circulates concerning the crashed remains of a B-52 found in Vietnam about 20 years ago. The craft appeared to have been dropped from the sky, and the crewmen's bodies were discovered in a mutilated condition, similar to cattle mutilations.

Moore says YES!

Patrick Moore, a British astronomer, stated at an audience in Edinburgh that there must be life beyond the Solar System. He predicted that people would permanently occupy space stations on Mars within decades, which would create a problem of two different types of human beings due to Mars's lower gravity.

The man who found a ghost

This article tells the story of Peter Bushell, a house historian, who was commissioned to write a history of a Victorian office block. His research led him to a story about a shoeless girl seen in a corridor, who then disappeared. His secretary later asked about the same girl, and he realized they had seen a ghost. His research uncovered a headline about a 'Murder in Bloomsbury' concerning a housemaid fatally stabbed in the same building.

Tim's ghostly friend

This is a case study about a seven-year-old boy named Tim who talked to an unseen companion in a dark room. His parents were concerned he might be mentally disturbed. They later learned from a former tenant that the room was haunted, with a man having hanged himself there. After moving, Tim reverted to normal behavior. The article discusses children's natural psychic abilities and the importance of not dismissing their experiences, citing experts who believe children are born with extra-sensory perception.

Mark of Death

This brief report mentions that over 100 cars crashed on a straight stretch of a new German autobahn near kilometre marker 239 within its first year. Accidents stopped only when the stone marker was removed and the ground sprinkled with holy water.

A Dead Ringer

In 1954, a three-year-old Indian boy named Jashir Lal Jat, who had apparently died of smallpox, suddenly awoke speaking with a different accent and claiming to be Sobha Tyagi, the nephew of a stranger. He knew all of the woman's relatives by name, despite not having met them, leading to the conclusion that he was indeed Sobha, who had died of a head injury at the same time.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Annals magazine revolve around the unexplained, the paranormal, and speculative future events. There is a consistent focus on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and abduction experiences, often presented with a degree of skepticism or a call for further investigation. The magazine also explores prophecies and predictions of global changes, natural disasters, and societal shifts, suggesting a fascination with potential future cataclysms and transformations. The Cydonia Complex on Mars and ancient artifacts like crystal skulls represent an interest in ancient mysteries and extraterrestrial or advanced civilizations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various accounts and theories while sometimes offering cautious analysis or highlighting the need for more rigorous research. The inclusion of personal stories, such as the abductee living in fear and the child with a ghostly friend, adds a human element to the exploration of these phenomena. The magazine seems to cater to an audience interested in the fringes of science, history, and belief systems.

This issue of 'check out magazine review' (Volume 2, Spring '95) is a compilation of short articles and reviews covering a diverse range of topics including cryptozoology, paranormal phenomena, scientific discoveries, and reviews of other niche publications. The magazine is published by GEM Publications in the UK and features a mix of news, reports, and opinion pieces.

Crypto Corner

The 'Crypto Corner' section begins by explaining the origin of the term 'bugbear,' noting that it originally referred to a hybrid creature of insect and bear, symbolizing constant anxiety or annoyance. It then reports on the ongoing search for the elusive creature known as Orang Pendic in the jungles of Sumatra, with Debbie Marta and photographer Jeremy Holden returning to find conclusive proof of this 'missing link.' Another report details the sighting of a panther-like black cat, approximately 4ft. long, near a housing estate in Bolton, Lancashire. The section also covers the release of two female Texas cougars into the Everglades in an effort to save the Florida panther population, which has been isolated and reduced to 30-50 individuals due to development and poaching.

Off The Chinese Wall

This section presents two brief, unusual stories from China. The first describes a Chinese woman who suffered from headaches for years until a brain scan revealed a rusty pin lodged in her brain, likely present since shortly after birth. The second story reports on a 53-year-old Chinese woman who has been unable to sleep for 16 years following a mysterious illness. It also mentions that Chinese scientists have mirrored Steven Spielberg's 'Jurassic Park' by extracting DNA from a dinosaur egg, though Professor Zhan Zhenguan warns that creating a baby dinosaur is a distant fantasy requiring extensive research.

Science Eye

The 'Science Eye' section explores several cutting-edge scientific concepts and discoveries. It discusses the theoretical possibility of time travel, noting the immense energy requirements but highlighting new ideas about the nature of time itself, suggesting it might not be constant and could contain 'whirlpools' or currents. However, Professor Stephen Hawking is mentioned as ridiculing these ideas, citing the lack of future 'tourists' as proof of its impossibility. The section also reports on the detection of the most distant galaxy yet observed by American astronomers, a discovery that challenges current understanding of the universe's development post-Big Bang. Furthermore, scientists at a Cambridge lab have created a new, more efficient form of haemoglobin by combining crocodile and human blood components, a development that could lead to a safe replacement for human haemoglobin. Finally, it raises the question of whether the nerve poison used by Saddam Hussein could be linked to Britain's 'mad cow' epidemic, suggesting organophosphates as a potential cause.

New Book

A review highlights 'The Atlantis Researches,' a new book by Paul Dunbavin that examines the mystery of Atlantis. The book, priced at £17.50 and 304 pages long, considers evidence that a major catastrophe occurred 5,000 years ago during the Neolithic age, with significant consequences, including disturbances to the Earth's rotation. It is published by Third Millennium Publications.

Magazine Reviews

The majority of the issue is dedicated to reviewing numerous niche magazines and newsletters focusing on paranormal and UFO-related topics. These include:

• 3rd STONE: Praised for its consistently fascinating content, with the Spring '95 issue featuring an article by Lynn Picknett on the Turin Shroud and Leonardo da Vinci.
• THE CROP WATCHER: Reports on UFO sightings and potential historical circle 'evidence,' with the Winter '95 issue including an account of helicopter 'harassment' involving Colin Andrews.
• DELVE MAGAZINE & DELVE REPORT: Covers forteana, Weird World, UFO links, underground caverns, and a major article on implants in the January '95 newsletter, warning about the potential for implantable biochips.
• ENIGMAS: Investigates ongoing UFO activity in Scotland and features strange phenomena reports, including a February/March '95 issue with reports on British entity cases.
• FORESIGHT: A wide-ranging assortment of clippings and comments, covering Roswell, Big Brother, and psychic abilities.
• THE GATE: Features anomalous accounts, 'unknown beasts' articles, and book reviews, with the April '95 issue including a good cover art.
• GHOSTWATCH: Known for its energetic editor and diverse content, including doppelgangers, Electronic Voice Phenomena, and TV watch. Issue 7 is noted for its printed GW pens and sponsorship.
• MAGONIA/MUFOB: Includes articles on tram tales, Satanism, films, heavy metal, and cattle mutilations.
• NEXUS New Times: A favorite publication, the Feb/Mar '95 issue covers cancer cure suppression, ancient cataclysms, and an Australian UFO abduction story, though it criticizes the inclusion of Mother Shipton's prophecies as a hoax.
• NORTHERN UFO NEWS: Features comments, reviews, and UFO reports from the area, including a discussion of British entity cases and an editor's rebuttal to criticism of an aerial near-miss incident.
• PARANORMAL INVESTIGATIONS NEWSLETTER: A free newsletter by Jon D. Inman, including 'Classic Cases' and recent UFO sightings from Yorkshire.
• PROMISES & DISAPPOINTMENTS: Praised for its incisive editorial and conclusions regarding the abduction element within Ufology, along with reviews of other publications.
• SOUTHAMPTON GROUP NEWSLETTER: Provides a resource listing of media coverage on UFOs, big cat sightings, and crop circles, and announces an upcoming UFO Conference.
• SPECTRAL!: Features strange media reports, accounts of poltergeist activity, and first-hand accounts of paranormal happenings.
• THE STEADY SIGNAL: Explores EM research as a scientific alternative to the alien/abduction hypothesis, with issue No. 2 (Feb.'95) discussing EM pollution and British abductees.

Leftovers & Late Breakers

This section includes miscellaneous short reports:

• BUFORA CONFERENCE: Announces the 8th International UFO Congress in Sheffield (Aug. 19-20, 1995), which will feature a 91-minute archive film of the Roswell crash, examined and declared vintage by Kodak. Ray Santilli, who acquired the footage, is expected to speak.
• SCOTTISH TRIANGLE: Reports an increase in UFO sightings in Scotland, including a recent incident on March 8 involving coloured lights in a triangular formation below an unidentified large object near Walkerburn.
• SHELDRAKE IN SPACE: Mentions Rupert Sheldrake appearing on a German TV program discussing the inexplicable ability of domestic pets to anticipate their owner's return or sudden illness, citing examples of animals alerting owners to epileptic fits or detecting tumors.
• TALKING OF WITCH: Recounts an experience watching an ITV chat show called 'Vanessa' that discussed witches, featuring a young person who claimed to have wished death on others, resulting in their deaths.

Next Issue

The 'Next Issue' preview lists upcoming articles, including more on Thomas Townsend Brown's flying discs, an update on the 'Cydonia' Map, the 'Vanishing Martian Phenomenon,' the Long Island UFO Crash of '92, excerpts from 'The Crystal Skull Book,' 'Archaeological Coverups - Part 1,' and 'Paranormal Increase in Wells - Latest Investigation.'

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFOs, paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, and scientific speculation. The magazine appears to maintain an open-minded but critical stance, presenting various reports and theories while also including reviews and discussions that offer different perspectives, such as the skepticism towards time travel from Stephen Hawking and the critical analysis of certain UFO reports. The extensive reviews of other publications suggest an editorial focus on cataloging and disseminating information within the ufology and paranormal communities.