Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2003 No 08

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Russian magazine "Четвертое измерение и НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFOs), published by the Yaroslavl Public UFO Center named after F.Yu. Zigel, is dated 2003 and identified as issue number 8 (182). The cover prominently features the headline "НАШЕСТВИЕ НЛО НА КОСТРОМУ" (UFO Invasion of Kostroma), suggesting a focus on local UFO sightings.

UFO Sightings in Kostroma

The lead article details several UFO sightings in and around Kostroma, Russia. On July 23, 2003, near Denisovo village, over 15 people observed a UFO described as bright yellow with a red center, resembling stacked trapezoids. It emitted yellow-red rays that did not illuminate the surroundings and made a sound like horse hooves. The object changed shape, becoming like a crescent moon and then a sphere, before disappearing. Another sighting occurred on July 30, 2003, when a family in Kostroma observed a spherical UFO with flickering yellow-red and blue lights for about 45 minutes. In August, fishermen near Krasny Kholm and Norskoe reported a low-flying UFO that generated a strange wind. September proved to be a particularly active month, with multiple sightings of spherical yellow-red UFOs near Karavaevo village, observed between 8 PM and 9:30 PM at altitudes of 500-700 meters, performing complex maneuvers. The article includes a postscript mentioning a sighting by Lev Alekseevich Plaksin in Yaroslavl on August 8, 2003, where a UFO caused a powerful wind.

China's Breakthrough in Space

A report details China's successful manned space mission on October 16, 2003. Yang Liwei, a 38-year-old Chinese Air Force lieutenant colonel, became the first Chinese astronaut to travel into space aboard the "Shenzhou-5" spacecraft. The mission involved 14 orbits around Earth over 22 hours. Yang Liwei reported feeling well and expressed pride in his country. The spacecraft landed successfully in Inner Mongolia. The article highlights the program's objectives, including monitoring the spacecraft's performance and conducting orbital maneuvers. Yang Liwei also communicated with his family and Chinese leaders, conveying greetings to the world and unfurling the Chinese and UN flags in orbit. The report notes congratulations received from international leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin. China plans further space missions, including spacewalks and docking maneuvers, aiming to establish a space laboratory and station.

News from Clonayde

This section reports on "Clonayde" company's cloned infants. Five cloned babies born between December 26, 2002, and February 4, 2003, are developing normally, according to the company's pediatrician. Dr. Boisselier is scheduled to speak at a "Future Biotechnology Conference" in London, discussing the right to use one's genes. The report addresses accusations of wishful thinking and mentions that Dr. Boisselier cannot currently show the cloned babies to the press due to legal restrictions, but has offered to provide proof if the UN reduces its scrutiny.

Anomalous Phenomena on Barsakelmes Island

The article "You Go and Won't Return" recounts an expedition to Barsakelmes Island on the Aral Sea in the 1970s. Soldiers encountered a silver, five-meter diameter sphere and three individuals armed with futuristic weapons. A firefight ensued, and the soldiers discovered a cave with advanced equipment and large, human-like beings and smaller figures in silver suits. The island is described as a place where time anomalies occur, and people experience unexplained fear and encounters with mysterious beings. Another witness, Igor Pavlenko, described seeing a massive disk and a powerful beam of light connecting the island to space, followed by the appearance of a "city" in the sky. The article suggests these phenomena might be related to an alien base, possibly involving bio-robots and a powerful energy generator causing local anomalies.

UFO Sighting near Chek-Chek River

Nikolai Vaganov, a chief power engineer at the "Shturmovoy" gold mine in the Magadan region, reported a series of unusual events while fishing. He witnessed a clear thunderclap despite a clear sky, followed by a black smoke rising from a pile of peat. He then observed a reddish sphere descend from a cloud, change into a disc shape, and emit a small ball of light. Later that night, he saw multiple "spear-like" beams of light strike the taiga and water. The peat pile, which had been hot, was found to be ice-cold hours later. Vaganov also noted a scorched, geometrically perfect spot where the UFO had landed.

Ufological Conference Cancelled

This section expresses disappointment regarding the cancellation of a ufological conference organized by the Moscow Ufological Center of V.G. Azhazha, which was initially advertised for October 25-26. The magazine had published free advertising for the event but was not officially notified of the cancellation. The conference has been postponed to October 2004, and the magazine states it will no longer provide free advertising for such events.

System for Emergency UFO Reporting

The article introduces the "UFO-net" system, part of the long-term "UFO-net" program proposed by V. Chernobrov in 1998. Developed by M. Genin and M. Golubev, this system allows witnesses of anomalous phenomena (UFOs, UAPs, crop circles) to quickly report sightings via the internet or phone, alerting "Cosmopoisk" research expeditions and observation posts across Russia and the CIS.

Extraterrestrials Attacking from Underground

A report based on a presentation at Princeton University suggests the existence of underground extraterrestrial activity. In 1996, an object of unknown origin, at least 100 meters in diameter, was detected 2.5 kilometers underground in the Colorado desert. Subsequent research found no trace of the object, but seismic stations recorded unexplained movements at great depths, with speeds up to 200 km/h. Local radio stations also detected signals from these depths.

NASA News

NASA satellite data indicates that glaciers at the North and South Poles have melted by 9 percent, contributing to the global greenhouse effect. NASA specialists attribute this rapid melting to excessive atmospheric pollution from human activities.

Human-Modem Technology (PAN)

This section describes a new technology called Personal Area Networks (PAN), developed by IBM. PAN utilizes the human body's natural electrical conductivity to transmit data wirelessly over short distances. The technology allows for information exchange through simple physical contact, such as shaking hands. Potential applications include instant data transfer for contact information, automatic identification for payment systems, and medical data access for emergency responders. The article notes that the electrical currents used are very weak and unlikely to be harmful. While still in the research phase, PAN technology is seen as a future development in personal computing and communication.

Death of a Contactee

This lengthy article details the tragic case of Mr. K., a retired military man who committed suicide. Before his death, he left a note expressing extreme distress. Investigations revealed that Mr. K. had been spending significant time in a vacant apartment, writing for hours daily in notebooks filled with unknown symbols and hieroglyphs, seemingly a form of mechanical writing. The author, Vitaly Dyachkov, a Colonel of Justice, believes Mr. K. had contact with non-human entities who provided him with their language and demanded constant transcription, leading to his psychological breakdown and suicide. Dyachkov criticizes individuals like E. Zarubitsy, who claim to offer spiritual guidance, and offers his own assistance to those experiencing such contacts, emphasizing the need for caution and discernment regarding extraterrestrial communications.

New Video Films

An announcement promotes two new video films: "Genetics and Cloning" and "Everything About the Most Interesting." These films reportedly feature UFOs, magic, cloning, and genetic engineering. They can be ordered via postal transfer.

Films on Ufology

A list of 14 video films on ufology is presented, covering topics such as UFO sightings, parapsychology, alien encounters, ancient mysteries, and historical UFO conferences. The films are available for order via postal transfer.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, anomalous phenomena, and extraterrestrial contact. It presents reports from various locations in Russia and abroad, often featuring witness testimonies and photographic or video evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, while also expressing skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims and warning against potentially harmful interactions with unknown entities. The magazine actively promotes ufological research and events, offering resources such as video films and a system for reporting sightings. There is a clear interest in scientific advancements like space exploration and biotechnology, viewed through the lens of their potential connection to or implications for ufology.