Awareness - 2008-09 - Vol 30 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Issue: VOL 30 NO 3
Date: NOVEMBER 2009

This issue of Awareness magazine, published by Contact International UFO Research (CIUFOR), focuses on a remarkable UFO photograph taken off the coast of Cornwall, hailed as the 'UFO Photo of the Decade'. The publication also delves into crop circle phenomena, government deception, mind control, and various conspiracy theories.

Editorial: EVIDENCE AT LAST?

The editorial expresses surprise and pleasure at receiving a clear, digital photograph of a domed UFO taken off the coast of Cornwall near Newquay in September 2009. The photographer, who wishes to remain anonymous due to fear, provided limited details but confirmed the object was not seen by anyone on the boat. The photograph, taken with a 10k pixel camera, shows a domed object with what appears to be heat exhaust. The article contrasts this with a similar photograph published in The Sun newspaper on January 1st, 2009, noting the Newquay picture has far superior detail. The object's smooth appearance and colors blending with the sea and sky are described, and it is stated that the clouds were high, ruling out freak clouds.

The Cornwall UFO Photograph

The article details the Cornwall UFO photograph, emphasizing its clarity and the domed shape of the object. It mentions that infra-red tests showed variations in heat on the UFO's surface. Senior RAF officers have reportedly seen the photograph without offering explanations. The photographer confirmed no UFO was visible on preceding or subsequent shots in the sequence. The Data Research team is delighted but cautions against assuming it's an extraterrestrial vehicle without further evidence. The article notes that while experimental circular craft designs in the mid-20th century were not commercially viable, this shape might be used by extraterrestrials. It questions why UFOs photographed now are often not seen by witnesses at the time, unlike sightings in the 1950s.

Latest News Items

LATEST MOD FILES RELEASED: The Ministry of Defence (MOD) released its fourth batch of UFO files on August 19th, 2009, comprising 14 files and 4000 pages covering sightings, letters, and parliamentary questions from 1981-1996. These files include information on the Rendlesham Forest incident, mass sightings over southern England in 1993, Belgian 'black triangles', and reports from Bonnybridge, Scotland. Some reports of mysterious lights and sounds were attributed to mundane causes like smoldering railway sleepers.

The number of UFO sightings reportedly increased significantly in 1996, coinciding with the popularity of 'The X-Files' and the film 'Independence Day', suggesting media influence on reporting levels.

ERNIE SEARS: The death of octogenarian ufologist Ernie Sears is reported. He was involved with the Southampton UFO group and claimed abduction experiences and witnessing UFOs since 1960. The editor recalls arguments with Sears over UFO events near Portsmouth harbour.

HADRON COLLIDER MYSTERY FAULTS: The article discusses mysterious explosions and breakdowns at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), suggesting it might be sabotaging itself from the future. The LHC's goal is to create the 'Higgs Boson' particle, but the process might be 'abhorrent to nature'. The possibility of creating a 'black hole' is also mentioned. The article notes that the Collider has restarted and claimed successful proton collisions.

GARRY MCKINNON - THE LAST RITES?: The Home Secretary has rejected appeals to prevent the extradition of computer hacker Garry McKinnon to the US, who was searching for UFO information at the Pentagon. The article questions if this marks the end of the saga.

AGONY CORNER: This section briefly mentions conspiracies and cover-ups.

SWINDON ANNOUNCES "WI-FI" SATURATION: The town of Swindon is planning to install approximately 1400 Wi-Fi receiver pods, aiming for universal rapid internet access. The article raises concerns about the potential health risks of microwave radiation emitted by these units and the possibility of electronic smog.

IS OBAMA AN ALIEN?: The article questions why US President Barack Obama has not spoken about UFO secrecy since taking office. It touches upon conspiracy theories regarding his birth, suggesting he may have been born in Kenya and later registered in Hawaii. It also mentions a theory linking him to Malcolm X. The article notes Obama's 'left-wing' policies and the 'socialist state' perception, attributing some of the hysteria to his mixed heritage.

CONSPIRACY - IS BIN LADEN DEAD?: The whereabouts of Osama Bin Laden remain a mystery. An article suggests he may have died in December 2001, with subsequent 'Bin Laden tapes' being 'false flag' activities to support wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The article points to Bin Laden's alleged ill health requiring kidney dialysis as evidence against him being holed up in caves. An Egyptian newspaper reportedly announced his death in December 2001 due to natural causes.

CLIMATE CHANGE DECEPTIONS: Leaked emails from the University of East Anglia suggest attempts to manipulate statistics regarding global warming. The article quotes climate expert Kevin Trenberth acknowledging an inability to account for the lack of warming. It posits that academic funding is dependent on proving global warming and that natural climate changes are primarily driven by solar activity.

"SWINE FLU" REALITY: The article reports that the spread of the swine flu pandemic is less severe than initially expected, with actual statistics showing a decline in new cases. The initial projections of a third of the population succumbing and 65,000 deaths have been significantly reduced.

LATE NEWS - MOD CLOSES UFO DESK: The Ministry of Defence has announced the closure of its specialist 'UFO Desk' from December 1st, 2009. The MOD states it has no opinion on extraterrestrial life, has found no evidence of a threat to the UK, and lacks the capability to identify UFOs. The closure is expected to save £44,000 to £50,000 annually. The article notes that Nick Pope, a former head of the desk, has continued to be active in the field.

SIGHTING REPORTS (By Data Research)

This section details several UFO sightings:

• September 22, 2008, Cheshire: Mr BM and witnesses saw a cluster of five flashing lights moving in a triangle formation, breaking up and shooting off at high speed, deemed not conventional aircraft.
• March 12, 2009, South above Yarm, Cleveland: Mr GB and three witnesses saw two star-like objects with undefined edges, flashing in different colors and moving erratically.
• March 23, 2009, Aston Rowant, Oxfordshire: Mr TB and his wife observed a bright light beaming down on hills, which then focused intensely on their car before switching off. The light remained and moved off towards Watlington.
• April 5, 2009, North Wales: Two bright red 'almost balls of fire' were seen flying independently and uniformly, vanishing after a few seconds. The witness, with RAF experience, was certain they were not conventional aircraft.
• March 21, 2009, West of Dundee: Mr SP saw three objects in a triangular shape, bright orange, with defined edges. They moved in formation and then disappeared south. His friend's wife had seen the same thing.
• April 9, 2009, Coventry: Mrs JG and her daughter spotted a circular/spherical object with fuzzy edges and a bright light source, moving overhead.
• April 16, 2009, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk: Mr ML observed four objects, bright like satellites, moving at high speed from SSW to NNE. They appeared as two paired lights or one solid object, with one object appearing to turn.
• April 30, 2009, Cambridgeshire: Mr CH saw two Bell-shaped objects with red and green flashing lights. One moved alongside the other before they separated.
• May 23, 2009, Tilehurst, Reading: Mr JS and a friend observed a large, saucer-shaped object, wider than high, with round edges, colored bright red/orange. It glided across the sky and dipped away. The object was estimated to be a few hundred feet up and moved on a straight trajectory.
• July 24, 2009, Norton N. Yorkshire: Mr SN saw two objects shaped like light bulbs, solid, dark orange, gliding silently and smoothly through the sky, hovering briefly before moving out of sight.
• June 22, 2009, Battersea: Mr MC observed a dark, opaque, slightly rectangular or bullet-shaped object descending at a 45-degree angle out of the clouds and disappearing into lower clouds.
• July 25, 2009, Steventon, Nr Abingdon Oxon: Mr PB and four witnesses saw a large orange light with pulsating red lights beneath, moving steadily from South to West.
• May 24, 2009, Thames Ditton, Surrey: Ms RB sighted an orb-shaped object, bright orange, hovering for about 10 seconds before moving off at high speed. It appeared close and was cruising across the night sky before changing direction.

A CULTURE DRENCHED IN DECEIT (By Michael Soper)

This article explores various techniques used for mind control and deception, including subliminal suggestions on TV, ultrasound beaming, MK ULTRA programs involving psychedelic drugs, 'Manchurian Candidates' (programmed robots), satellite-pulsed rays to influence behavior, fake news items, hypnosis, and bugging of telephones. It discusses 'False Flag' operations, where governments allegedly create incidents to instill fear, citing the Madrid train bombings and the burning of the Reichstag as examples. The author suggests that modern techniques are far more sophisticated than those depicted in Orwell's '1984'. The article also touches upon the manipulation of historical records, noting that government documents released to archives may have been adjusted over time. The sinking of the Lusitania is presented as a possible 'false flag' event. The author concludes that in the modern era, truth may never emerge, emphasizing the need for individuals with 'truesight'.

SIGNS IN THE FIELDS 30TH YEAR - CROP CIRCLE REPORT 2009 (By Geoff Ambler)

This report details the 2009 crop circle season, noting a strong start in April/May/June but fewer events overall compared to 2008, with a final tally of 70 formations in England. The majority of formations were discovered in North Wiltshire, near Avebury. The report highlights the trend of formations concentrating in this area over the last three seasons. Overseas reports have decreased significantly. The article mentions that some reported formations from Holland appear man-made, and some reports include UFO photographs suggesting they are the creators.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, crop circles, and related conspiracy theories. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation into unexplained aerial phenomena, while also critically examining official narratives and potential government deception. There is a strong emphasis on presenting evidence, such as the Cornwall UFO photograph, and encouraging reader participation in deciphering these events. The publication seems to lean towards a skeptical but curious approach, willing to consider unconventional explanations while also acknowledging the possibility of hoaxes or misinterpretations. The recurring theme of 'False Flag' operations and mind control suggests a distrust of established authorities and a belief in hidden agendas influencing public perception.

This issue of Awareness magazine, dated November 2009 (Volume 29, issue 18), focuses on crop circle investigations and paranormal phenomena. The cover features a prominent crop circle design and headlines related to field visits.

Field Visits: Wiltshire and Oxfordshire Crop Circles

The magazine details several field visits to crop circle sites. The first visit on July 29th was to Martinsell Hill in Wiltshire, to examine a six-armed spiral 'Julia Set' design, an evolution from a 2001 formation. The author notes the farmer's welcoming attitude and the challenges of visiting sites after the harvest. The article also touches upon the risk of car break-ins near crop circle sites.

A second visit on August 12th targeted a new formation discovered on August 10th, nicknamed 'the owl,' located near Alton Barnes. The author notes that aerial photographs are crucial for appreciating the complexity of such designs.

The "OXFORDSHIRE INVESTIGATION" section highlights that Oxfordshire had the second-largest total of formations for the county. It details formations near Wayland's Smithy longbarrow, including a 'jellyfish' design from May 29th, a split rings design from June 12th, and another design from August 12th. The article credits eagle-eyed investigators for documenting these before harvest. A significant maize formation discovered on August 28th, near Uffington White Horse Hill, is described as having 23 circles and 24 pathways, covering a total length of approximately 425 feet with a largest circle of 70 feet diameter.

Another Oxfordshire formation at the Rollright Stones on August 3rd is described as a 32 multi-circle design in wheat, similar to one from 2006. The author notes that ground-level observation often reveals little of the formations' true scale and complexity.

Page 20 discusses a maize formation investigation on September 19th, the only one in the country for 2009. The author describes the difficulty of navigating the tall maize plants and the eventual discovery of a circle via a trail of broken stems. The destruction within the circle was severe, with plants ripped off and turned yellow. The author speculates about the 'force' or energy involved in creating such formations, ruling out wind damage and suggesting a vortex with extreme heating effects. The conclusion for 2009 suggests that formations are becoming more sophisticated and may appear in orchards or vineyards. The phenomenon seems increasingly confined to the Avebury-Wantage area, leading to farmer paranoia in some cases.

Book Review: "The Force Is With Us" by Thomas Walker

Pages 22-26 feature a detailed review by Malcolm Robinson of Thomas Walker's book, "The Force Is With Us (The Higher Consciousness That Science Refuses To Accept)." The reviewer highly praises the book, placing it among his top 6 reads. The book explores scientific findings that were initially lambasted, focusing on a universal 'force' or 'energy' that permeates the universe. It discusses the limitations of physical senses, the concept of dark matter, and the arrogance of some scientists in dismissing fringe sciences. The review highlights the author's personal experience with his son Clint's return from the grave, which brought comfort. The book also examines ancient beliefs about a spiritual universe and the suppression of these ideas in modern times. It delves into modern physics, 'other dimensions,' and the ancient Chinese concept of 'ch'i' as a fundamental universal energy. The review mentions experiments using 'ch'i' force on plants and bacteria, and the author's frustration that these findings are not more widely known. It also discusses the work of scientists like William Tiller and the concept of human consciousness as a force. Near Death Experiences (NDEs) and Remote Viewing are also covered, with the author noting the US military's adoption of remote viewing. The book explores life after death, out-of-body experiences, and the concept of life as a lesson for spiritual maturation. Past lives and cellular memory are discussed, with examples like heart transplant recipients developing new interests. The review criticizes the Church's historical suppression of psychic phenomena and highlights the abilities of mediums like Daniel D. Home and psychics like Uri Geller. A significant portion of the review focuses on the suppression of scientific ideas, particularly criticizing scientists for attacking figures like Dr. Franz Anton Mesmer and William Reich. The review strongly advocates for the book, emphasizing its importance for understanding the universe and challenging closed-minded scientific perspectives.

Film Review: "2012"

Pages 5-6 include a film review of "2012," directed by Roland Emmerich. The reviewer describes it as a disaster epic based on Mayan calendar predictions of a 2012 doomsday. The film depicts a cosmic shower of neutrinos, boiling underground water, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. The review notes the special effects and the plot involving a race to escape the global catastrophe. It mentions the actors John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Danny Glover. The reviewer highlights specific dramatic moments, including a plane's axis flip and a super-volcano eruption at Yellowstone. The film is characterized as a "worst case scenario" movie designed to instill fear.

Other Sections

Second-Hand Book List: Page 7 presents a comprehensive list of second-hand books for sale, curated by Lionel Beer, covering topics such as UFOs, paranormal phenomena, ancient mysteries, astrology, and science. Prices and conditions are provided, with a minimum order value of £6.00.

Notices: Page 6 includes a notice inviting contributions of articles, book/film reviews, UFO sightings, and letters to the editor of Awareness. Contact details for the Editor are provided.

Advertisements: Page 6 features advertisements for the UFO/ET/SCI-FI WORLD PENFRIENDS CLUB and UFO AND SPACE AGE PUBLICATIONS, offering lists of books, magazines, and tapes. Information on ordering back issues of Awareness magazine is also included. The Travel and Earth Mysteries Society (TEMS) advertises lectures and field visits.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are crop circles, UFOs, paranormal phenomena, and the nature of consciousness and reality. The magazine appears to adopt an open-minded stance towards these subjects, encouraging investigation and discussion, while also critically examining scientific dogma and the suppression of unconventional ideas. The editorial stance is one of curiosity and a desire to explore the unexplained, urging readers to consider evidence and challenge established paradigms. The focus on specific geographical areas for crop circles suggests an ongoing effort to track and understand these phenomena.