Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2001 No 04

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFOs), issue number 4 (159) from 2001, published by the Yaroslavl UFO Center named after F. Yu. Zigel, delves into a variety of unexplained phenomena, space exploration, and controversial scientific advancements.

Articles

Alien Cosmodrome in Yakutia

The issue opens with a personal account from P.P. Serkin, detailing observations made during flights over Yakutia in 1978. He describes seeing three wide, strangely planned strips of land, devoid of vegetation, intersecting at a mountain lake. These strips, some 30-40 meters wide, were noted for their unusual paths, crossing lakes, rocky outcrops, and mountain ridges. Serkin speculates that these markings, due to their scale and the remote, harsh environment, might be ancient and possibly created by a powerful radiation from above, predating widespread UFO reports.

First Cloned Human to be Born in the Promised Land?

This section reports on the progress of a group of geneticists led by Italian gynecologist Severino Antinori and Israeli scientist Avi Ben-Abraham, who are reportedly close to creating the first cloned human. They are working at the 'Abaclon' research center near Tel Aviv. Antinori views Israel as an ideal location due to the absence of laws prohibiting cloning and the acceptance of such possibilities within Jewish faith, stating, "It is time to break the laws of nature." However, British embryologist Ian Wilmut warns of dire consequences, citing insufficient technology to ensure the safety and completeness of human embryo cloning.

UFO Wave in Chile

Reports from southern Chile indicate the appearance of numerous unidentified flying objects (UFOs) over the cities of Angol and Victoria. Erasmo Mena, an expert from the UFO information center for Latin America, confirmed the mass appearance of these objects. Chilean ufologist Dagoberto Fuentes noted that "static type flying discs" were observable by anyone, but he refuted claims of alien presence.

Poltergeist in Tonkonge

Monks were called in to exorcise spirits from the women's restroom at the Hong Kong offices of the 'South China Morning Post'. Female staff reported hearing their names called and experiencing unsettling phenomena. Two Buddhist exorcist monks performed a half-hour ritual with mantras and holy water, reportedly restoring a normal working environment.

Dinosaur Graveyard in Patagonia

An extensive dinosaur graveyard has been discovered 3,900 kilometers south of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Initial excavations have yielded fossils of several previously unknown species of Jurassic dinosaurs, as well as remains of ancient mammals, lizards, and giant sea turtles. Scientists estimate that only 2% of the site, spanning hundreds of square kilometers, has been excavated.

Mars Exploration Updates

Mars Global Surveyor: This orbital spacecraft has been orbiting Mars for three years, continuously mapping its surface. The article includes several images captured by the probe.

'Odyssey' Probe Launched to Mars: On April 7, 2001, the American probe 'Mars Odyssey' was launched from Cape Canaveral aboard a Boeing Delta 2 rocket. After reaching Earth orbit, it began its journey to Mars. The probe is expected to enter an elliptical orbit around Mars on October 24, 2001, and eventually settle into a circular orbit at an altitude of 400 km. Its mission is to search for evidence of water, study the planet's composition and mineralogy, and measure radiation levels. This mission follows the failure of two previous NASA Mars expeditions (Mars Polar Lander and Mars Climate Orbiter), prompting a review of NASA's Mars program. The article also mentions upcoming Mars missions in 2003, including two NASA rovers and the European Space Agency's 'Mars Express' with its British-designed 'Beagle 2' lander.

Contact with Marina Lukonina

This section features an interview with Marina Lukonina, a healer from Obninsk, who claims to have had an encounter with extraterrestrials in 1985. She describes being taken aboard a UFO to a planet in the Libra constellation called 'Sahara'. On this planet, she underwent a 'quantum energetic operation' on her heart, performed remotely. She also received 'earth and flowers' from the alien civilization, which she still possesses. Lukonina describes the aliens as spiritual beings who have overcome past conflicts and achieved a high level of development, with many individuals being talented artists, poets, musicians, and scientists. She claims to have learned healing techniques from them, enabling her to perform bloodless operations at a 'quantum level'. The article includes testimonials from individuals who claim to have been healed by her, including cases of ulcer treatment and tumor removal.

Sasquatch in Washington State

American scientists report the discovery of the first clear body print of a Sasquatch (or 'snowman') in a swamp near Mount Adams, Washington, on September 22, 2000. A team of anthropologists from the University of Idaho found prints resembling a large, fur-covered forearm, buttocks, thigh, and foot. The foot impression suggests a height of 2500-2700 centimeters. Despite this evidence, skeptics remain unconvinced. The article notes that Jeffrey Meldrum of the University of Idaho possesses plaster casts of these prints and hair samples, which he has sent for analysis. While some hair samples belong to known animals, others are described as unique and consistent with primate hair found in areas where Sasquatch sightings have been reported. A special search team is attempting to find and film the creature or its tracks, having only heard strange cries in the night so far.

"Clon-Aid" Receives Application from Russia for Human Cloning

An announcement from the USA states that the company 'Clon-Aid' is beginning experiments in human cloning, with initial results expected by the end of the month. The first subject will be an American girl who died at 10 months old, with her parents paying over $500,000 for the possibility of her 'resurrection'. Brigitte Boisselier, director of Clon-Aid, reports receiving cloning applications from many countries, including Russia. The company, funded by the 'Raelian Movement', which views cloning as a path to immortality, operates a state-of-the-art laboratory in the Bahamas. The process involves implanting the nucleus of a human cell into an egg cell to create a clone. The article includes an image of a girl's skin in a test tube.

"Mir", You Were Beautiful!

On March 23, 2001, at 8:59:24 AM Moscow time, the Russian orbital station 'Mir', after 15 years of service, ceased to exist. The area of impact for the non-combusted fragments was significantly smaller than planned. 'Mir' completed 86,331 orbits around Earth. The debris fell into the Pacific Ocean between New Zealand and Chile. The article mentions one incident where a resident of Taichung, Taiwan, committed suicide out of fear that the station's debris would fall on him. Yuri Koptev proposed erecting a monument to 'Mir' to commemorate its 15 years in orbit.

Secret UFO Documents: Canada and USA

The Canadian organization "HBCC UFO Research" announced on January 24 that they had obtained 98 pages of UFO-related documents from the Canadian Ministry of Defense under the Freedom of Information Act. These documents, detailing UFO sightings from 1995 to 1999, have been posted on the organization's website. In the USA, the fight for declassification of UFO documents continues. UFO Roundup editor J. Trainor reminded President-elect George W. Bush of his promise to open secret UFO files. Trainor specifically requested documents from 1910 to 1930, arguing they would pose no security risk.

UFO in the Urals Hinterland

A report from the city newspaper "Satkinsky Rabochiy" describes an incident on February 5, 2001, near the Ural town of Satka. A woman and her family observed a large, bright object in the evening sky that moved erratically, appearing to be neither a star, satellite, nor aircraft. The object was filmed with a video camera, showing a glowing, pulsating sphere. The article notes that UFO sightings are not uncommon in the region, with previous instances reported.

Argentinian Monster!

Reports from Argentina describe small, mysterious creatures, about 50 cm tall, referred to by locals as "diablito" (little devils). These beings have been seen at night in the town of Pitrufquen since September of the previous year. Children who have encountered them describe them as having large, ear-like protrusions and emitting piercing screams. One resident, Hernan San Martin, reported seeing a "little man" with hairy, pig-like ears and glowing eyes. These creatures are rumored to be responsible for the deaths of small domestic animals, with their bloodless carcasses found by locals. The article speculates they might be a small variety of the 'Chupacabra'.

Not Every UFO is from the Sky

This section discusses phenomena initially mistaken for UFOs. It mentions 'earthquake lights' that appear during tectonic shifts and a Greenland incident in 1997 where a supposed 60-ton meteorite impact was later attributed to a rare atmospheric electrical phenomenon, possibly a ball lightning.

In Memory of a Bright Light

A tribute to Alexander Sergeevich Kuzovkin, who passed away on May 7, 2001. He was described as a collaborator of F. Zigel, author of the first handwritten statistical review of UFO types, an organizer and participant in field research, an expert in UFO photographs, and a developer of an electronic UFO archive. He officially withdrew from further work in these areas in August 1993 and burned most of his photo archive.

Video Films on Ufology and Magic

A list of 11 video films available for purchase, covering topics such as UFO sightings, parapsychology, magic, and ancient mysteries.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena, space exploration, and controversial scientific and pseudoscientific claims. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, paranormal events, and fringe science, often presenting anecdotal evidence and personal testimonies alongside scientific reports. There is a clear interest in documenting alleged alien encounters, extraterrestrial technology, and the potential for human advancement through unconventional means, such as cloning and psychic abilities. The publication also engages with the history of space exploration, particularly the Soviet and Russian space programs, as evidenced by the article on the 'Mir' space station.