Awareness - 2006-07 - Vol 28 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Issue: Volume 28 No.4
Date: June 2007
Publisher: Contact International UFO Research

This issue of Awareness magazine delves into various unexplained phenomena, with a particular focus on "New Mystery Lights," "Leyline Investigation," and the "Founders Archive." The publication serves as a platform for reporting and investigating UFO sightings, crop circles, and other anomalous events, while also touching upon broader conspiracy theories.

Editorial: "ALL THAT GLITTERS" ARE NOT UFOS!

The editorial addresses recent sightings of "mystery lights" and concludes that many are not UFOs but rather "Chinese Lanterns." The chief investigation officer, Bill Foley, investigated a multi-witness experience in North London on February 1st, 2007, and determined the lights were released from Waterlow Park as a mark of respect. Similar reports from Kings Lynn, Norfolk, were traced to a wedding party using "Glow Lanterns." The editorial notes the availability of these lanterns online, explaining their origin in ancient China as a means of communication. It draws a parallel between the public's reaction to these lights and their reaction to new technologies like jumbo jets, suggesting that unfamiliar visual inputs can trigger fear and a desire for rational explanation.

Latest News Items

UFO FLEET SPOTTED? Reports are being examined concerning orange lights seen in the Oxford area on June 1st-3rd and again on the 10th. Similar sightings occurred in Halesowen and Solihull, West Midlands, and a police officer reported similar lights in Wingrave, near Leighton Buzzard, on June 9th. These lights were described as moving silently and in the same direction.

The Mystery Lights Pass Over High Rise Flats

This section discusses how visual images can be distorted, leading to confusion and the potential for misidentification. It suggests that once an "unknown" is registered in the human memory system, it can lead to UFO devotion. The author predicts that "Chinese Lantern" reports will become commonplace, similar to fireworks, and eventually, fewer people will bother to report them.

2007 Crop Circles - Strong Build-Up

Contrary to suggestions that the crop circle phenomenon was declining, the 2007 season has seen a strong start. The first formation appeared on April 15th, a month earlier than in 2006, attributed to warmer April weather. The article notes that formations typically occur when rapeseed plants are at least 4ft tall and in flower.

Looping Serpent and Crescents, Westbury White Horse, 14/06/07: The first formation of the year was a 330 ft diameter ring with geometrical arcs. Wiltshire has seen a significant number of formations, with activity also reported in Hampshire and Bedfordshire. Overseas, Italy has had high activity, and a unique formation in Slovenia contained a bird's nest.

Earth Like Planet Discovered

A team of European scientists has discovered a planet, "Gilese 581c," orbiting a red star 20.5 light years away. The planet has a surface temperature between 0 and 40°C, suitable for water. It is accompanied by two other planets, "Gilese 581b" (too hot) and "Gilese 581d" (too cold). The discovery is considered a good candidate for SETI research.

Staffordshire UFO Group Disbands

The Staffordshire UFO Group has unfortunately disbanded in February 2007 due to the chairman's retirement due to ill health and a lack of a successor.

Livingston Incident Witness Dies

Bob Taylor, the sole witness to a major UFO landing mystery in Dechmont Woods, Livingston, Scotland, died in March at the age of 89. The case, involving a 20 ft diameter sphere and smaller robotic spheres, remains unsolved after 28 years. Taylor reported being attacked by the spheres, passing out, and later suffering lacerations.

Chilean Lake Vanishes

A 5-acre lake in Chile's Megallanes region was found completely drained in May. While geological instability is a possibility, UFO activity is also considered, as there have been reports of water being drawn up into UFOs in South America.

Agony Corner - More Fun With Electronics!

This section discusses the increasing prevalence of mobile phones, microwave towers, and Wi-Fi devices, raising concerns about the long-term effects of accumulated microwave radiation. It notes that users are reporting headaches and nausea, particularly in schools where powerful wireless systems are installed. The article highlights a "Panorama" TV investigation that showed Wi-Fi transmitters emitting signals three times stronger than microwave towers at a distance.

Conspiracy Update

Bob Woolmer - Conspiracy or No Conspiracy? The death of cricket coach Bob Woolmer in Jamaica is examined, with conflicting reports from the post-mortem. While strangulation was initially suggested, natural causes were later proposed. The article explores motives related to illegal betting syndicates and the possibility of him being poisoned.

Litvinenko: Andrei Lugavoi has been accused of poisoning Alexander Litvinenko with Polonium-210 in London. Lugavoi denies involvement and claims he was also a victim. He has accused Litvinenko of working for British intelligence.

Princess Diana: The inquest into Princess Diana's death remains unresolved, with ongoing demands for public court appearances from key figures. A new book on Diana's life has been published.

"9/11": An investigation suggests a laser guide may have been used to direct the aircraft into the second World Trade Centre tower.

Jill Dando: Barry George is being allowed a second appeal against his life sentence for the murder of Jill Dando. The defense team argues that the gunshot residue evidence is questionable.

Summary of UFO Reports Part 2 (by Margaret Fry)

This section details numerous UFO sightings reported across the UK:

• 21.10.2000: A bright light followed a witness in Prestatyn.
• 22.10.2000: A large round white light was seen near railway lines at Pensarn, Abergele.
• 4th September 2000: A witness reported a "match-stick man with a tin hat on, on a penny farthing bicycle" descending from the sky near Snowdonia.
• End of November 2000: Mrs Williams reported a UFO sighting near Snowdonia, describing a "match-stick man" on a penny-farthing-like craft.
• 5.8.2001: Elwyn Jones reported circles of burnt grass found after a lady's extraordinary experience in Snowdonia.
• 23rd October 2001: A photograph taken in Wrexham showed a "sausage shape" by a church spire.
• 8.6.2004: David Owen Jones reported frequent UFO sightings near Bodfari.
• 9.9.2004: Mr. Simkiss saw silvery "things" moving extremely fast at Holywell.
• 16.9.2004: Silver discs were observed by children and adults at a football club in Mold.
• 18.4.2005: A long object with oblong windows, resembling a train in the sky, was seen near Rossett, Chester.
• 16.5.2005: John White videoed UFOs crossing the night sky, with investigators confirming some sightings.
• 26.6.2005: D.O Jones saw a long cigar-shaped craft with lit oblong windows near the Clwydian mountains.
• Daisy Harbour's Experience: A lady reported a round craft with revolving lights landing in a field, and a youth who jumped on it later died of cancer of the knees.
• 11.11.2004: James Willmott and Dwyn saw a large light on the beach in Mumbles, South Wales, which responded to torch flashes.
• 29th March 2005: Alex Mera witnessed a dark coloured cigar-shaped object in Anglesey, North Wales.
• 6.8.2005: Andrew Schnell saw a large stationary light that pulsated and then faded out.
• 23.1.2006: John Roberts photographed an oval UFO with a dome over Rhos on Sea.
• 9th February 2006: A father and son saw a bright ball pass silently over Penrhyn Bay.
• 14. August 2006: An aircraft flying at low altitude was observed near the Clwydian mountains.
• 13th October 2006: D.O. Jones reported seeing seven lights of different colors near Moel Foel.
• 4th October 2006: Sally Gavin and her boyfriend saw a bright light flashing over Moel Famau Country Park.

Earth Mysteries - Local Investigation of St Michael and St Mary Lines

This article by Geoff Ambler details an investigation into "St Michael" and "St Mary" energy lines, or "leys," in the Oxfordshire area. Drawing from the book "The Sun and the Serpent," Ambler attempts to locate and dows these lines, which are believed to run through ancient sites and churches. He describes his dowsing experiences at locations like Clifton Hampden church (St Michael line) and Dorchester Abbey (St Mary line), noting the distinct profiles of each line. The investigation maps the paths of these lines, identifying nodal points and potential disturbances. Ambler also discusses the challenges of detecting these subtle energy flows and compares them to buried cables. The article includes diagrams and photographs of key locations and features related to the ley lines.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, crop circles, and unexplained aerial phenomena, often with a critical eye towards debunking misidentifications, as seen in the editorial's focus on Chinese Lanterns. However, it also presents detailed reports of unexplained events and investigations. Conspiracy theories, such as those surrounding the deaths of Bob Woolmer and Alexander Litvinenko, are a recurring theme, suggesting a skepticism towards official explanations. The "Leyline Investigation" article introduces a different facet of the unexplained, focusing on earth energies and ancient sites. The overall stance appears to be one of open investigation into anomalies while maintaining a degree of skepticism towards sensationalism and promoting rigorous data collection and analysis.

Title: Awareness
Issue: Vol 28 No 2
Date: Fall 1975
Publisher: CIUFOR
Country: UK
Language: English

This issue of Awareness magazine features a collection of articles and reviews focusing on UFO phenomena, paranormal activity, and related subjects like ley lines and time travel. The content reflects a growing interest in these topics in the mid-1970s, with contributions from various researchers and enthusiasts.

Articles

"YOU AND ME" by Brinsley Le Poer Trench

This essay, presented as archive material from Brinsley, Lord Clancarty, discusses the evolving attitude towards the UFO subject in both public opinion and official circles. Trench notes increased interest in France, with numerous UFO programs broadcast, and mentions Dr. J. Allen Hynek's UFO Study Centre in the US collecting reports with police and FBI cooperation. He asserts that the US Air Force's Project Bluebook was a cover-up and that recent documentaries have highlighted this. Trench argues that while authorities may have initially "covered-up" the existence of UFOs to avoid awkward questions, a gradual public education was needed. He highlights the sheer volume of UFO sightings globally, suggesting that "ufonauts" have effectively done the authorities' job. Trench posits that either an official announcement of UFO existence or a general open landing by extraterrestrials is imminent, possibly occurring after a catastrophe or nuclear war, or even before. He also briefly touches upon "Inner Earth people" and the idea of space people already being inside the Earth to remove undesirable elements.

Trench's main argument is that ufologists should re-evaluate their priorities. While continuing to investigate sightings, he believes enough evidence has been gathered to prove UFO existence. He criticizes the continuous obsession with collecting more reports, suggesting it makes ufologists appear "round the bend." Instead, he proposes a constructive idea: if UFOs exist and are preparing to land, humanity should focus on educating the public to prevent panic and prepare them for a potentially traumatic experience. This education should emphasize that most UFO sightings and phenomena have been harmless, though he acknowledges some reports indicate hostility, which he attributes to "inner Earth" sources. He concludes that beings from outer and inner space are highly developed, intelligent, and spiritually advanced.

In a subsequent section, Trench addresses the idea of concentrating on educating the public about a possible UFO landing to avoid panic. He invites readers to share their thoughts and asks who would be interested in "Project Contact." He reiterates the importance of educating the public towards a possible UFO open landing by fleets of spacecraft and a meeting between humans and aliens, calling it "priority Number One."

Editor's Note on Brinsley Le Poer Trench's Vision

The editor notes that thirty years after Brinsley Le Poer Trench's vision of a meeting between human and alien minds, it has yet to materialize. CIUFOR continues to log UFO sightings, but no longer attempts to log every report. Files from the late Ron West revealed a staggering number of UFOs when all records were examined. The editor adds that aliens will likely set the agenda, and their advanced nature might make communication with a self-destructive human race seem pointless.

Letters to the Editor

Ray Martin from Modder River, RSA, writes about "orbs" and "dots" appearing in digital cameras, which he has seen in seance rooms for over 60 years, entering mediums before contact. He suggests that new digital cameras might be crossing the frequency barrier, impinging on another dimension. He believes it's worth keeping an open mind, as technology was bound to eventually achieve this.

The editor responds, confirming that orbs are not unique to digital cameras and have been captured on 35mm film for nearly 15 years. He notes that digital cameras offer instant playback, allowing for more pictures to be taken quickly if positive results are achieved.

Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: "Majic, Eyes Only" by Ryan S Wood

Reviewed by Malcolm Robinson, this book is praised for its comprehensive collection of alleged UFO crash reports from around the world. Ryan S Wood is described as a tireless researcher who seeks reports globally. The reviewer highlights the book's introduction, which discusses the government's stance on UFOs and the release of documents under the Freedom of Information Act. The "SOM 1-01 Extraterrestrial Entities And Technology Recovery And Disposal" document is singled out as particularly eyebrow-raising. The book categorizes cases using a "HI" count ratio to indicate the quality of research. It covers cases from the US, including the Los Angeles Air Raid of 1942 and the Braxton County, West Virginia incident of 1952, as well as British cases like Cannock Chase and Boscombe Downs, and the Varginha incident in Brazil. The reviewer notes the presence of descriptions of "The Greys" in crashed discs and mentions the Santa Rosa, New Mexico case. The book also touches upon SETI and animal mutilations. The reviewer agrees with the author that the truth may lie within US Intelligence rather than solely in seeking messages from stars. The book concludes with testimony from early Apollo and Mercury astronauts.

The reviewer also discusses the book's examination of US government procedures for informing the public about UFOs and the potential risks of responding to alien signals, citing the possibility of humans being seen as a food source or facing cultural imposition. The book reportedly reveals that the NSA has identified at least nine alien groups and discusses potential receiving points for alien signals. The reviewer strongly recommends the book as a vital read for anyone interested in UFO crashes.

BOOK REVIEW: "Beyond Photography" by Katie Hall and John Pickering

Reviewed by Geoff Ambler, this book covers the phenomenon of "orbs," featuring over 50 black and white photographs and a color supplement. The reviewer notes that the book appears to be primarily written by John Pickering, with Katie Hall featured in many photographs. The photography is largely from the authors' home in Brackenbreck, Cumbria. Pickering suggests the orb phenomenon is worldwide and non-human in origin, dismissing debunking scenarios. Ambler expresses disappointment that the book lacks a history of orbs but acknowledges the advantage of digital cameras for instant playback. The authors present examples of orbs partially concealed behind objects, suggesting they are at the same distance as the main subjects. The book also shows animals sensing the presence of orbs. The reviewer questions whether the authors can "see" orbs before photographing them. The discussion extends to similarities between orbs and ball lightning, and "Foo Fighters." The latter half of the book includes images of "angels," "fairies," and humanoid outlines in mist, as well as light rods. The authors conclude that there is another level of reality impinging on our own, related to consciousness, space, and time. The book includes "Critical Angles" at the end of each chapter, offering concise "Yes" or "No" answers to questions. Ambler finds the book well-written, positive, and objective.

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Notices

The editorial staff of Awareness welcome contributions of articles, book/film reviews, UFO sighting details, letters, and general comments on UFOs, crop circles, and paranormal topics. Material should be addressed to the Editor, Awareness, P.O Box 23, Wheatley, Oxon, UK, OX33 1FL.

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Book Listings

The magazine includes a list of books available for purchase from Spacelink Books, covering topics such as Remote Viewing, Time Travel, Montauk, UFOs, and related subjects. Prices and ISBNs are provided for various paperbacks and hardcovers, including works by authors like Courtney Brown, Paul Davies, Jenny Randles, Charles Berlitz, and Donald Goldsmith. Second-hand items are also listed.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO phenomena, the possibility of extraterrestrial contact, and the investigation of paranormal activities. There is a strong emphasis on the need for public education regarding UFOs to prevent panic and prepare for potential encounters. The magazine also explores the concept of ley lines and their potential influence on the environment and human experience. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging the investigation of unexplained phenomena while also advocating for a more structured and prepared approach to potential extraterrestrial contact. The reviews of books like "Majic Eyes Only" and "Beyond Photography" suggest a focus on evidence-based research within the paranormal and UFO fields, while also acknowledging speculative elements.