KPUFO Informacni sdeleni - 2016 08 18

Magazine Overview

This is an informational bulletin titled "informační bulletin" (informational bulletin) for research societies, dated August 18, 2016. It serves as a joint bulletin for KPUFO, ČsAAA, FFC, BCS, Projektu Záře, and SAVPJ, covering news, events, and research from these organizations.

Events and Activities

Upcoming Events

The bulletin announces public events organized by the Regional Museum in Jílové u Prahy, with a link provided for details. It also mentions lectures for geologists and related individuals at the Café Barrande club in Prague, with further information available online.

"What's New in Ufology" Meeting

A significant event, "Co nového v záhadologii" (What's New in Ufology), is scheduled for Saturday, November 12, 2016, in Prague at the restaurant U Vodárny. The program runs from 10 AM to 4 PM. Interested individuals are requested to confirm their attendance by October 31, 2016, by emailing [email protected]. The event is open to non-members, and attendees are encouraged to invite friends interested in mysteries.

Announcements

KPUFO FTP Archive Updates

The KPUFO FTP server has been updated with new articles and materials. Access is granted to members upon payment of an annual fee of at least 120 CZK. Newly added diploma theses include:

• "People suffering from delusions and the UFO abduction syndrome" by Adam Varga.
• "Czech esotericists in the transformations of contemporary history" by Bc. Klára Pokorná.
• "A view of space people on contemporary society" by Joel Kupka.

Additionally, Martin Petrák's work on "Unusual burn cases" is now available.

Cessation of Astronauti.cz

The website http://www.astronauti.cz/ has abruptly ceased operations. The site now displays a message stating: "The portal Astronauti.cz ends on 5.7.2016. We apologize to all loyal readers and good people. This is the result of dishonest activity by the bad part of our society."

Foreign News

New Book on Polish Ufology

A new book on Polish ufology by Piotr Cielebias, titled "UFOs over Poland," has been released. Information about the book is available in Polish and Russian.

Article on Ufology Reforms

An article by Ukrainian ufologist Igor Kalytjuk, titled "The necessity of reforms in ufology," is highlighted. The original Ukrainian text and a link to an English PDF are provided.

Mysteries and Investigations

Zvíkov Castle

The bulletin poses several questions regarding the mysteries of Zvíkov Castle, including its age, the alleged storage of a royal crown, physical anomalies in the Hlízová Tower, carvings on the tower's stones, the identity of Hirzo z Klingenbergu, Templar connections, a supposed secret passage to the Church of St. Anna, and peculiar drawings of bird-beaked figures. Readers with any relevant materials, historical photos (especially from before the area was flooded for the Orlická Dam), or information are urged to share it.

Caves near Zdechovice

Near the hill Strážník (286 m a.s.l.) in Zdechovice, small caves with narrow entrances, sealed by boulders, and rock cavities with terraced semicircular steps have been discovered. These formations are believed to be prehistoric, but their purpose remains unknown. Readers with more information are asked to contact KPUFO Pardubice.

Cheb Underground

The underground of Cheb, a topic that intrigued ufologists in the early 1990s, has been made accessible. More details can be found on the KPUFO Cheb website.

Tunnels near Lipnice (Plzeň-jih)

Two years prior, a sinkhole near Lipnice revealed a large, vaulted space (approximately 5x5 meters wide and 6 meters high) with three tunnel entrances. Two of these were flooded, and one was partially filled with earth. A single, unfrozen passage extended about 4 meters before encountering water and then a collapse. No literature mentions secret tunnels or mining operations that would explain these structures. Readers are asked for assistance in identifying them.

"Storm Glass" Phenomenon

The bulletin mentions the "storm glass" phenomenon, which is known to work but whose principle is not understood. Readers are directed to Wikipedia and Stormglass for more information and are invited to share their experiences with this experiment.

New DVD Releases

Several new DVD titles are advertised:

• "Automatic Drawing": Contains materials, articles from the archive, and videos on the subject.
• "Jacques Bergier": Features publications and articles from his archive.
• "Mysteries of Houska Castle - Myths and Realities": Covers the history of the castle's mystery, including books, articles, a photo gallery, and videos.
• "Shape Radiators": Includes materials, articles from the archive, and videos on the topic.

Each DVD is priced at 120 CZK.

Information Sources

The primary sources of information are the magazines "Záhady a zajímavosti" (Mysteries and Curiosities) and "Cesty psychotroniky" (Paths of Psychotronics), which is currently under reconstruction. The bulletin also directs readers to their websites, including "Záhady ve fotografii" and pages of local KPUFO clubs.

Readers are encouraged to click on underlined words in articles on ZAZ and Cesty psychotroniky as a subtle form of advertising.

Social Media Engagement

The bulletin promotes joining their Facebook group and lists various related discussion groups and pages, including "Česká záhadologie a ufologie," "Slovenská záhadológia a ufológia," "Záhady a zajímavosti," and pages for KPUFO, ČsAAA, Projekt Záře, and Fantastic fact club.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin consistently focuses on ufology, paranormal phenomena, historical mysteries, and archaeological curiosities within the Czech Republic and surrounding regions. It actively seeks reader participation in investigations and encourages the sharing of information and materials. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, historical enigmas, and fringe topics, promoting collaboration among various research societies and individuals. The inclusion of DVD sales and references to specific research groups indicates a commitment to disseminating information and supporting the paranormal research community.