Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2002 No 07

Magazine Overview

Title: ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ и НЛО (Fourth Dimension and UFO)
Issue: № 7(172)
Year: 2002
Publisher: GAZETA YAROSLAVSKOGO UFOCENTRA IM. F. YU. ZIGELYA (Newspaper of the Yaroslavl UFO Center named after F. Yu. Siegel)
Country: Russia
Language: Russian

This issue delves into various UFO phenomena, alleged alien encounters, and related mysteries, presenting reports from around the globe. It features a prominent cover story titled "ТАРЕЛКОПАД" (Flying Saucer Crash), alongside articles on anomalous zones, space exploration, and the controversial topic of human cloning.

"Flying Saucer Crash" - Global Sightings

The lead article, "ТАРЕЛКОПАД," compiles several intriguing UFO reports from early 2002. On April 6, 2002, a fiery ball was reportedly seen falling in Eastern France, near Marsenne-le-Bois, disappearing without a sound and possibly crashing near Flacy. Despite searches, no trace was found, and the French Air Force reported no aircraft in the vicinity. In the UK, on April 17, 2002, at least ten people in Bath witnessed a UFO resembling a large rocket flying from Bristol to Radstock, which then split into three parts and vanished. The Ministry of Defence began an investigation due to the sighting's proximity to military installations. A more dramatic event occurred on April 18, 2002, over Melbourne Beach, Florida, USA, where a bright bluish sphere with an orbiting "satellite" was observed. The main object exploded, and burning debris was seen. The article notes that British military authorities were only interested in UFOs sighted near military facilities, dismissing others.

Russian-Japanese Expedition to the Perm Anomalous Zone

A press release details a joint Russian-Japanese expedition conducted from August 23 to 30, 2002, in the Perm anomalous zone. The expedition aimed to investigate events from June 3, 2002, when a strange black spherical object was filmed. Experiments with a helium balloon failed to replicate the object's unusual trajectory, ruling out simple imitation. A specially developed instrument detected anomalies in the infrared and ultraviolet spectra at the filming site and in the Molebka anomalous zone. The expedition also discovered a perfectly circular pattern approximately 5 meters in diameter near where an orange sphere was filmed in 1995. Additionally, a tree with a deep, penetrating hole was found, suggesting thermal radiation or laser impact. The expedition prepared for longer stays and planned to create a documentary and multimedia encyclopedia about the Perm anomalous zone. The expedition was supported by the "Pro" studio and Japanese television channel NTV.

Incident with an Astronaut

This section recounts an incident on September 12, 2002, involving astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the second man to walk on the Moon. Filmmaker Bart Sibrel confronted Aldrin, demanding he swear on the Bible that he had been to the Moon and calling him a "scoundrel" for taking money for interviews about events he allegedly faked. Aldrin responded by punching Sibrel in the jaw. Sibrel claims to have found NASA footage showing Apollo 11 astronauts staging photos of Earth from their spacecraft. Aldrin's lawyer stated he was acting in self-defense. Sibrel announced his intention to sue Aldrin for assault.

Russia Threatens to Leave Orbit

The article discusses Russia's ambitious space plans, including sending astronauts to Mars and to the International Space Station (ISS) annually. However, it highlights the country's weak economy and financial difficulties. Yuri Semenov, president of the Rocket-Space Corporation "Energia," proposed abandoning continuous presence on the ISS and sending ships only when funds are available. The corporation faces a 1 billion ruble debt, and the construction of the "Soyuz" spacecraft is frozen. Commercial projects are not covering costs, and state funding is insufficient. Semenov's proposal is seen as a form of blackmail, as an unmanned ISS operation could lead to more frequent emergencies. The article suggests Semenov's statement might also be directed at NASA, as Russia plans to propose a review of the ISS operational mode in mid-October, potentially seeking additional financial contributions from American and European space agencies.

"They Are Not Like That..." - Unconventional Aliens

This section explores descriptions of non-humanoid aliens encountered by humans. It references a classification of aliens by ufologist Jader Pereira in 1968, based on height and appearance. The article then details several "atypical" encounters:

• Figure 1: A humanoid with dark blue skin, green eyes, wearing a white robe, seen near Zabolotye village in 1970.
• Figure 2: An alien from the planet Khon, encountered near Riga in 1991, wearing a tight-fitting suit and boots, about 170 cm tall.
• Figure 3: Seen near Nartia river in 1990, this being was estimated to be 10-12 meters tall, with clear facial features and clothing visible despite the distance.
• Figure 4: An alien depicted in a CIA drawing, seen near a military base in Virginia, USA, in 1990, described as 180-190 cm tall.
• Figure 5: An alien named Kron, who claims to be an "energy clot" capable of taking any form, appeared to a contactee's daughter as a soldier and later as a well-dressed man.
• Figures 6-10: Depict "technical robots" with mechanical movement, lacking human-like heads, and featuring screens on their chests for displaying information.
• Figures 11-13: Described not as aliens but as animals, characterized by a lack of humanoid features, fur, claws, and aggression.

One anecdote describes three "little guys" resembling metallic cylinders on legs emerging from a rocket-like object in Minnesota, USA, in 1965.

Chase for a UFO

This report details a UFO sighting and pursuit in Portage County, Ohio, on April 17, 1966. Multiple witnesses, including four police officers, observed a large "saucer-shaped" object. The object hovered low over the ground, emitting bright light, and then moved east. Police officers pursued the object in their patrol cars for about 40 miles. One officer described it as "half a football" and very bright, while another noted its altitude and speed. The object eventually ascended rapidly and disappeared.

Regular Visits of UFOs Over Sri Lanka

Residents of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, have been observing a strange blue glowing sphere hovering about 60 cm above the ground near the sacred site of Dumbulagala. The object was first seen on May 13, 2002. A journalist from Rupavahini managed to film the object from three kilometers away, though it was too distant for detailed analysis. Initially skeptical, ufologists and scientists, including Professor Chananda Jayarat of the University of Colombo, later confirmed the sightings and observed unusual rays emanating from the object. Arthur C. Clarke, the renowned writer, expressed skepticism, stating that aliens do not visit Earth in UFOs and secretly contact a few people.

UFO Over Perm

On April 29, 2002, between 08:40 and 08:45, at least 10 people at the "Energiya" stadium in Perm, Russia, witnessed a grey, disc-shaped object moving across the sky. A former serviceman described it as a rotating body with a smooth, polished surface, moving silently. He estimated its distance to be about 400 meters and its size to be 10-15 meters in diameter. The object moved south and disappeared behind buildings after about 5 minutes. The witness, familiar with various aircraft, could not identify it.

Hollywood Women Demand Human Cloning

A group of Hollywood women have revived the "Harry and Lewis" advertising characters to support human cloning. Their goal is to influence upcoming Senate debates on a bill to ban human cloning. The campaign, funded by CuresNow and other organizations, argues for therapeutic cloning to develop treatments for diseases like diabetes, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's. The "Right to Life" Committee, however, called the ads "shameless fraud" and manipulative. The American Health Insurance Association stated it was not involved in the campaign and was not a sponsor of the "Harry and Lewis" ads.

Gelendzhik Contact

This report details a "third kind" contact incident in Gelendzhik, Russia, on November 29, 1990. A 7th-grade student, Maxim I., reported seeing a flat, disc-shaped object hovering in the air, from which a beam of light descended. A tall being, estimated to be at least 3 meters, stood in the beam. Another being descended, and the beam vanished. The beings wore streamlined, segmented suits and had heads covered by black caps. They appeared to float and communicated with modulated sounds and a high-pitched voice, addressing Maxim by name. Frightened, Maxim fled. He later experienced eye problems and perceived objects as transparent. Scientists detected radiation anomalies and power outages in the area during the incident, which were attributed to a downed power line by local authorities.

Arc-Shaped Object Over China

On June 30, 2002, thousands of residents in Shaanxi Province, China, witnessed a strange arc-shaped object with a bright center, described as a "star" or luminous spot. The object, which later turned orange, expanded and disappeared. Similar sightings were reported in Chengdu and Zhengzhou, with descriptions varying from a "table-sized" object to a "rocket-like" craft with a luminous tail. Astronomer Wong Sichao suggested the object might have entered Earth's atmosphere from space but did not specify its origin. The article dismisses the possibility of a rocket launch from the nearby Svobodny cosmodrome and notes launches from Baikonur and Cape Canaveral around the same period.

Irkutsk UFO

Russian television reported that residents of Bodaybo, Irkutsk Oblast, Siberia, witnessed a bright light in the night sky that rapidly grew larger. Upon reaching the ground, a powerful explosion and strong tremors occurred, accompanied by a bright glow. Scientists from the Institute of Solar and Earth Physics believe it was a large meteorite impact, and a scientific expedition was planned for the area.

Underground Alien Bases?

This section explores the theory of underground alien civilizations. It references legends of subterranean cities like Agartha and mentions alleged entrances in Tibet, Ecuador, the Pamirs, and polar regions. Andrew Thomas, author of a book on Shambhala, claims there are underground passages under Mount Shasta in California leading to New Mexico and South America. Native American accounts suggest encounters with light-haired beings emerging from underground near Mount Shasta. The article also touches upon the writings of H.P. Lovecraft, who speculated about aliens from space establishing underground bases on Earth.

We Have Alien Bases Under Our Feet!?

This article posits that UFO bases, instead of being in space, are located underground or at the bottom of bodies of water. It recounts an incident from the 1970s near Gelendzhik, Russia, where a deep, smooth shaft was discovered. An initial expedition of five people ended tragically, with one fatality and four suffering severe consequences after descending only 25-30 meters. Subsequent attempts to explore the shaft using a telecamera only revealed bare walls up to 200 meters. The article references a 1996 article about Polish ufologist Jan Paenek's evidence for underground civilizations and UFOs, and current research by Canadian ufologists.

It further details an expedition led by Dr. Raul Rios Centeno in the Andes near Cusco, Peru, which explored a subterranean passage. The expedition encountered walls that did not reflect infrared rays and seemed to be lined with an unknown, dense material. The passage narrowed significantly, forcing the team to turn back. The article concludes that while much is unknown about underground phenomena, their origin remains a mystery.

Recommended UFO Films

A list of 16 films on ufology is provided, covering topics such as UFO sightings, parapsychology, alien autopsy footage, and specific anomalous zones like the Perm and Yaroslavl regions. The films are available on VHS tapes for purchase.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the paranormal, with a strong focus on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and anomalous phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be open to these subjects, presenting various reports and theories, even those considered fringe by mainstream science. The publication encourages reader engagement through subscription drives and by offering related media. There is a clear interest in evidence-based investigation, as seen in the expedition reports, but also a willingness to entertain more speculative ideas, such as underground alien bases and the nature of alien beings.