BÚSQUEDA

Magazine Overview

Title: BÚSQUEDA

Issue: No. 12

Date: July 1989

Publisher: BÚSQUEDA

Country of Publication: Spain

Original Language: Spanish

Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of BÚSQUEDA, a bulletin for information and research on UFOs and parapsychology, features a prominent interview with renowned science fiction author Isaac Asimov on the topic of 'flying saucers.' It also includes reports on UFO sightings in Guatemala and Tenerife, a discussion on the power of music, and an article about the mysterious loss of contact with the Soviet Fobos 2 probe near Mars. The magazine emphasizes its independence and commitment to open investigation.

Interview with Isaac Asimov on 'Flying Saucers'

In an interview, Isaac Asimov addresses the terminology of 'flying saucers' versus 'UFOs,' arguing that if objects are identified as extraterrestrial spacecraft, they are no longer 'unidentified.' He expresses skepticism about current claims of alien visitation due to the vast interstellar distances involved, questioning the purpose and feasibility of such journeys. Asimov calls for concrete, material evidence, such as an alien artifact or a public, sustained revelation of alien presence, rather than anecdotal accounts.

He posits that most reported sightings are likely misidentifications, errors, or hoaxes. However, he acknowledges that a small percentage of reports, like those studied by astronomer J. Allen Hynek, remain unexplained by conventional science and warrant careful study, though he suspects they might eventually be explained within an extended scientific framework.

UFO Sightings and Incidents

Guatemala: The issue details a significant event in Guatemala starting November 8, 1988, with a widespread electrical power outage followed by numerous UFO sightings across the country. On February 4, 1989, two UFOs were reported over the Sierra de las Minas, exhibiting red and white lights and causing electrical disturbances. A police commissioner from El Progreso confirmed these reports, noting the objects' movement towards the capital. The national radar system reportedly registered nothing unusual. Another report from February 17 describes an orange-red light landing in the Sierra de las Minas, emitting a strong glow.

Tenerife, Spain: Investigators from BÚSQUEDA, Manuel Fernández and Jaume Amer, recount an experience in Las Cañadas del Teide. During a nighttime meditation attempt, they experienced car malfunctions and received an intuitive warning to leave the area immediately, which they heeded. Later, Paco Padrón, a local contact, confirmed that the area is known for strange phenomena involving 'positive and negative forces' that can affect unprepared individuals.

Space Encounters:

• Salyut-6 (1981): Soviet cosmonauts Vladimir Kovalyonok and Viktor Salvimikh reported a four-day encounter with a spherical alien craft in Earth orbit. They exchanged messages and observed the craft's advanced mobility. The event was reportedly documented with film and photographs.
• Fobos 2 (1989): The Soviet probe Fobos 2, on a mission to Mars, reportedly encountered a large, cigar-shaped UFO on March 27, 1989. The probe subsequently went silent on March 28, shortly after photographing the object.

Parapsychology and Research Activities

Conferences in Zaragoza: The bulletin reports on the growing interest in parapsychology in Zaragoza, highlighting various radio programs and conferences. A national congress on Ufology, Astrology, and Parapsychology featured speakers like Benítez and Bruno Cardeñosa. The I.E.I.O. organized lectures by Jesús Fabón and Bruno Cardeñosa.

Activities of Group A.F.K.: This section details parapsychological topics discussed on radio programs, including paranormal phenomena in Denia, UFOs in Russia, and the mysterious Islas Hespérides. It also mentions a program featuring a psychic and tarot reader, and discussions on UFOs with Andrea Faber Kaiser.

ADONAY Association: An article by B.M. Carballal investigates the ADONAY association, which promotes a message of extraterrestrial contact and a communal lifestyle in Desojo, Spain. Carballal, initially skeptical, found the group to be sincere and dedicated to their ideals, living a simple, ecological life without seeking financial gain. He notes the lack of direct evidence of alien presence but acknowledges the group's consistent message and actions.

'Los Ufólogos y la Ovnipresencia' Column: This column addresses the tendency to attribute all significant human achievements to extraterrestrials. The author argues for faith in humanity's own capabilities, citing ancient civilizations like the Romans and the Inca as examples of human ingenuity. The column criticizes the 'non-interference' principle often cited by ufologists when explanations are lacking.

Other Articles and Sections

'El Poder de la Música': Josep Mª Llauger i Dalmau explores music as a mysterious art form that transcends the tangible. He discusses its temporal nature, its connection to breath and emotion, and its ability to influence psychological states. The article touches upon the historical use of wind and percussion instruments and the concept of chakras as energy centers in the body.

'El Penúltimo Misterio Marciano': Bruno Cardeñosa recounts the history of Mars exploration by Soviet and American probes, including the mysterious loss of contact with the Fobos 2 probe and the intriguing images captured by the Mariner-9 probe, such as the 'Face on Mars' and potential pyramid structures.

'Chakras': An explanation of the seven main chakras, their corresponding glands, and their influence on spiritual, mental, creative, emotional, reproductive, and survival aspects of human life. The article uses diagrams to illustrate balanced and unbalanced states.

'Los Viernes OVNI': An informal gathering of UFO enthusiasts meets every Friday night at Isaac el Çec to discuss UFOs and parapsychology. The bulletin also mentions a personal experience involving a woman receiving disturbing letters and a psychic's intervention.

'LUCES DESCONOCIDAS': Francisco A. Seva Rivadulla, coordinator of an UFO research center, discusses the creation of a national association and a scientific magazine to study UFO phenomena. He invites researchers to join and contribute.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the investigation of UFOs and parapsychological phenomena with a critical yet open mind. It encourages readers to seek evidence and question assumptions, while also valuing personal experiences and research. The editorial stance is one of independence, seeking truth through open dialogue and investigation, and challenging conventional explanations. There is a recurring theme of distinguishing between genuine phenomena and hoaxes or misinterpretations, and a belief in humanity's own potential and history.