Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2000 No 06

Magazine Overview

Title: ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО (Fourth Dimension and UFO)
Issue: №6 (151)
Year: 2000
Publisher: Yaroslavl Public UFO Center
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Key Articles and Reports

Chupacabra in Chile: Blamed on NASA

The article reports on the mysterious phenomenon of the Chupacabra in Chile, specifically in the city of Calama and surrounding areas. Since April 2000, numerous animals such as goats, pigs, and chickens have been found dead, mutilated, and drained of blood. Local residents blame an unknown creature, the Chupacabra, which is described as being able to jump over three-meter walls and pass unnoticed by dogs. Despite a government investigation concluding that wild dogs were responsible, the local population remains unconvinced due to continued attacks. There are unconfirmed reports of soldiers capturing a 'strange animal' that was subsequently taken away by NASA experts. The phenomenon has caused widespread fear, with one incident involving the closure of an airport for a helicopter carrying American scientists, fueling speculation.

UFOs Take Soil Samples in Stavropol

This report details an incident in the Stavropol Territory, Russia, where unidentified objects allegedly created crop circles and took soil samples. On the night of June 12-13, 2000, an agro-technician from the 'Kuban' farm discovered strange circular patterns on a ripening barley field. Upon investigation by the district land management committee and regional security council, four perfectly formed circles were found. The central circle had a diameter of 20 meters, with three radiating lines leading to smaller circles. The stalks of barley were flattened in a clockwise direction. Specialists confirmed that the area was not exposed to radiation or chemical contamination and that the phenomenon was not man-made. Eyewitnesses in a neighboring village reportedly saw an unidentified object land. Vasily Belchenko, Deputy Secretary of the Security Council of the Stavropol Territory, stated that the event was clearly not human-made and that an unknown object landed with a 'vortex-like' landing and takeoff within seconds, suggesting an object diameter of at least 200 meters. A 30 cm deep cylindrical hole with polished walls was found in the center of the large circle, believed to be where soil samples were taken.

Another Lunar Anomaly

A brief report mentions a luminescence observed at the bottom of the Langrenus crater on the Moon, as registered by Vesti.ru. Professor Dollfus suggests this phenomenon might be caused by gas emissions.

'Fiery' Hail in Altai Krai

On June 24, 2000, the village of Kalinovo in Altai Krai experienced 'fiery' hail. Alongside ice pellets, fiery balls fell, which glowed and sparkled. Upon being stepped on, they scattered like mercury. Each hailstone was about 4 cm in diameter and weighed 20-30 grams, containing a small ice pea inside. The radiation level at the site was normal, and no scientific explanation was found.

Second International UFO Congress in Istanbul

The second international congress of ufologists in Istanbul concluded, with participants believing they are part of a larger cosmic family. The forum discussed UFO sightings and contacts with extraterrestrial civilizations. American writer Budd Hopkins reported that alien abductions of humans begin in infancy, stating he had met 700 children who were abducted. Retired US Air Force officer Donald Ware shared his eight encounters with aliens, who view humanity as self-destructive and wish for the elimination of weapons of mass destruction and greater environmental protection. Sheldon Nidle hypothesized that alien worlds are interconnected. Haktan Akdogan, head of the 'Sirius' Ufological Research Center, asserted that civilizations older than ours visit Earth for study.

The Flying Monk: The Story of Josephus Cupertino

This article recounts the life of Josephus Cupertino (1603-1663), a Franciscan monk known for his extraordinary ability to levitate. His levitation, occurring in states of religious ecstasy, ranged from 10 centimeters to 70 meters in height and could last for tens of minutes. These abilities manifested from 1628 until his death. Initially considered mentally unstable, Cupertino's levitation abilities became widely known after his ordination. He would levitate during services, in open air, and even lift others. Despite opposition from church hierarchy, he was canonized in 1653 and remains a widely revered saint.

Unusual Slope in China

Chinese scientists are investigating a peculiar mountain slope in Shenyang, Liaoning province, discovered in 1990. This 80-meter long and 20-meter wide slope causes cars to accelerate uphill and require braking to descend, defying gravity. Local authorities have turned it into a tourist attraction, drawing over a million visitors.

UFO Landing on the Mzh River

This report details a unique UFO landing incident on the frozen Mzh River near Kharkiv, Ukraine, on January 7, 1990. Eyewitness A. Vorontsov observed a glowing, oval object resembling a spinning top with a dome and spire, about 10 meters high and 30 meters in diameter. The object landed silently, creating a circular depression in the ice filled with water. Shortly after, it ascended rapidly, breaking willow branches. Vorontsov experienced a sensation of warm, elastic air and later found his exposed skin reddened. The ice later reformed. Investigations by the Kharkiv section for the study of anomalous phenomena revealed a 20.7-meter diameter circle on the ice with concentric grooves and a central crack. Magnetic and biolocational anomalies were detected within the circle. Expert analysis concluded it was a genuine UFO.

Area 51 and Robert Lazar

The article delves into the claims of Robert Lazar, who in 1989 alleged to have worked at a secret base, designated S4, near Area 51 in Nevada. Lazar, a physicist, claimed to be involved in reverse-engineering alien spacecraft and studying their propulsion systems, which he stated were based on element 115. He described the base as located near Papoose Lake and detailed his experiences with security measures, including dogs with surgically silenced vocal cords. Lazar's account of alien technology, including gravity manipulation and space-time distortion, has been met with both strong support and skepticism. The article presents arguments against Lazar's claims, including the lack of scientific basis for his theories, the unlikelihood of a single individual discovering the properties of element 115 so quickly, and inconsistencies in his personal history and educational background. Despite the criticisms, his supporters believe that any documentary evidence could be fabricated by intelligence agencies.

UFOs in the Kharkiv Region

This section briefly mentions several other UFO sightings in the Kharkiv region, including an object seen near a TV tower and a disk-shaped object observed near Khutor Kravtsovo in 1995, which left a circular mark on the ice and small footprints.

News from the UFO Center

Information is provided about a new email address for the Yaroslavl UFO Center for large message submissions and a website for those interested in UFO-related information.

UFOs in Central Russia

This section briefly mentions UFO sightings in the Moscow region and the city of Klin, with a report of a UFO landing in a forest near Klin in May 1996.

UFO on the Fly

This is a short piece about a UFO sighting in the Moscow region.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and unexplained phenomena, presenting a wide range of cases from around the world. The editorial stance appears to be open to the possibility of extraterrestrial life and advanced civilizations, often highlighting government secrecy surrounding these events. The publication aims to inform readers about reported incidents, scientific investigations (or lack thereof), and personal testimonies, encouraging critical thinking while acknowledging the mysterious nature of the subject matter. There is a clear interest in technological aspects of UFOs and their potential implications for humanity.