New Ufologist - No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: The New Ufologist
Issue: 2
Issue Date: November 1994 (implied by copyright and next issue date)
Publisher: The New UFOlogist
Country: England
Price: £2.50

This issue of The New Ufologist focuses heavily on the Stonehenge UFO Event, presenting it as a significant close encounter case. The magazine also delves into the potential scientific explanations for such phenomena, particularly electromagnetic influences, and examines media coverage and other UFO-related topics.

The Stonehenge UFO Event by Albert Budden

Albert Budden presents a detailed account of a close encounter experienced by a couple, Dorne and Lee, on November 18, 1990, near Stonehenge. The couple, driving back to London, decided to visit the monument. They encountered a huge orange ball of light that rose from a copse of trees. Dorne described the light as having a two-dimensional quality initially. The light then paced their car and performed a series of aerial maneuvers.

As they approached the monument area, they drove through a strange band of fog, which Dorne described as entering 'The Twilight Zone,' characterized by an eerie silence and stillness. Lee, initially unimpressed, became frightened when he saw a tall, dark, featureless humanoid figure approaching him near the security fence. He rushed Dorne back into the car, and they sped away.

Budden's analysis links these experiences to Dr. Michael Persinger's work on the effects of electromagnetic fields on the temporal lobes of the brain, suggesting that 'earthlights' (luminous spheres of electromagnetic energy from geological fault zones, as studied by Paul Devereux) could induce such phenomena. He argues that the ETH (Extraterrestrial Hypothesis) is a dangerous distraction from the real cause: electromagnetic pollution. The article also notes that the banana in their car turned black and oozed, an unexplained physical effect.

UFO Cover Up by Neil Nixon

This section, mentioned on the cover, is an examination of media coverage of UFOs by Neil Nixon. Further details are not provided in the scanned pages.

The US General Accounting Office investigation into the Roswell "UFO Crash" by Paul Fuller

This article, also mentioned on the cover, presents new evidence regarding the Roswell incident, investigated by Paul Fuller. Further details are not provided in the scanned pages.

European Network - A case from Sweden by Tony Walter

This article details a new case history from Sweden, contributed by Tony Walter. Further details are not provided in the scanned pages.

Other Articles and Sections

• Sightings Update: By Jenny Randles.
• The House On The Moors (Part Two): By Jenny Randles.
• Calendar: A listing of events.
• Reviews: A section for book or product reviews.
• Right To Reply: A section for reader correspondence.
• The Skeptical View. Roswell A Case Solved: By Paul Fuller.
• The Skeptical View. Further comments: By Jenny Randles.
• The Last Word: A concluding section.

Editorial and Publication Information

The magazine is published quarterly. The editorial address is The New UFOlogist, 71 Knight Avenue, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8PY, England. The editorial panel includes Albert Budden, Paul Fuller, Rodney Howarth, Michael Hudson, and Jenny Randles. Subscription fees are £8.00 UK, £12.00 for Europe, and US$20.00 for the rest of the world. Back issues are available. The next issue was scheduled for publication on 10th February 1995. The front cover illustration is courtesy of Michael Buhler. Copyright is held by The New UFOlogist, 1994.

Scientific Explanations and Theories

Earthlights and Electromagnetic Fields

The article extensively discusses 'earthlights' as natural light forms that float freely in the atmosphere, often originating from geological fault zones. These are linked to electromagnetic radiation. Dr. Michael Persinger's experiments are cited, showing how irradiation of the temporal lobes of the brain with ELF milligauss intensity magnetic fields can induce sensations similar to those reported by close encounter witnesses, including tingling, immobilisation, floating sensations, and intense meaningfulness. This is presented as an alternative to the alien hypothesis, suggesting that electromagnetic pollution is the cause of these experiences.

Electrical Hypersensitivity (EH)

Electrical Hypersensitivity (EH) is presented as a condition where individuals are sensitive to EM fields, leading to vivid visionary dramas and paranormal experiences. This sensitivity can be triggered by major electrical events, such as lightning strikes or earthlights, and is linked to phenomena like 'missing time' and 'nasal implants.'

Understanding the Stonehenge Event

The article posits that the Stonehenge area, being part of Salisbury Plain with numerous geological faults and surrounded by RF transmitters (including military installations), would have had elevated EM field levels on the night of the encounter. This created a 'hot spot' where the earthlight, interacting with artificial transmissions, could have induced the altered states experienced by Dorne and Lee.

Hallucinatory Realities

The dark humanoid figure seen by Lee is explained as a hallucination induced by EM fields stimulating specific areas of the brain. The article suggests that such figures are common hallucinations and that their appearance (e.g., dark, featureless) is consistent with EM field stimulation.

Veracity of Evidence

This section touches upon the 'subsidiary mystery' phenomenon, where genuine experiences can become embedded in smaller, less verifiable mysteries, potentially leading to a suspension of critical faculties.

Allergies and Aliens

This section is a reference to a book titled 'The Visitation Experience: An Environmental Health Issue,' available from Discovery Times Press.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the article on the Stonehenge event is the explanation of UFO phenomena through natural electromagnetic forces and their effects on the human brain, rather than through extraterrestrial visitation. The editorial stance appears to favor a scientific, albeit unconventional, approach to understanding these experiences, emphasizing environmental and geological factors over alien abduction narratives. The magazine aims to provide a platform for detailed case studies and critical analysis of UFO reports.

Title: The New UFOlogist
Issue: 2
Date: September 1994 (inferred from article dates)
Content Focus: UFO sightings, investigations, media analysis, and personal accounts of anomalous experiences.

Sightings Update by Jenny Randles

This section presents a collection of recent UFO sightings reported from Britain and Europe. The author, Jenny Randles, aims to be more selective in the future, focusing on more probative cases and including those from across Europe. Readers are invited to submit their data.

Reported Cases:

• June 25, 1994, Bridgewater, Somerset: Multiple witnesses observed a tube-shaped object that later revealed a disc-like form. A month later, a silver egg-shaped object was seen above the same location. Investigations found no aircraft or helicopters.
• July 3, 1994, Southend, Essex: A woman reported an object shaped like a tear drop, colored grey/black. Southend is noted as a very active UFO hotspot in Britain, with the local MP having asked questions in parliament. However, light plane traffic from a local airport is considered by some as a possible explanation.
• July 8, 1994, Allerthorpe, North Yorkshire: A driver on the A1079 witnessed a light in the sky that swooped down, resolved into a cottage loaf-shaped object, and then disappeared. This occurred at 8:10 pm, and low-level military aircraft practice was noted in the area.
• July 27, 1994, Peasdon St John, Avon: Police were called to investigate an incident where a married couple reported a massive spherical object, the size of several houses and studded with red and green lights, descending towards them. They fled, fearing it would swallow them up. No other witnesses or known air traffic were found.
• August 5, 1994, Exeter, Devon: A man observed an object shaped like a spinning top that slowly moved west.
• August 21, 1994, Bellingham, Northumberland: No specific details are provided for this date and location in the scanned text.
• September 8, 1994, Murdishaw, Cheshire: Reports of a 'hummadruzz' (a nocturnal humming/buzzing/droning sound) heard previously, now occurring on the opposite side of the Mersey estuary. Witnesses reported a buzzing growl and a light above the river.
• September 8, 1994, Matlock, Derbyshire: Local police received reports of an explosion in the sky and a bright light, initially concluded to be a meteor. However, witnesses in Nottingham described a white cross of lights that hovered and then sped off, inconsistent with a meteor.
• September 8, 1994, Taunton, Somerset: Witnesses reported a hovering object shaped like a giant bowl, surrounded by a ring of lights, emitting a humming, droning noise. This was linked to the Runcorn affair. Police suggested it was a balloon, which the witnesses found unlikely.
• September 13, 1994, Chelmsford, Essex: Residents reported a high-pitched whining sound at 2:30 am. Police attended, but the noise had vanished. Some locals claimed to have seen a red flash in the sky.

The House On The Moors - An investigation into a window area contact case. (Part Two) by Jenny Randles

This article continues the investigation into a case involving Elsie, who lives in an isolated cottage near Todmorden. Elsie, a writer, broadcaster, and UFO expert, has had numerous experiences.

The Encounters Begin:

Elsie moved into her house in 1959. Within six months of moving in, one winter night around 2 am, a terrific pulsating noise, described as similar to a vacuum cleaner but more intense, filled the air and wakened the entire family. Her husband was terrified, believing the object would land on the roof. The noise stopped after several seconds.

Later, Elsie and her husband saw a brilliant glow at the top of the hill, which lit up the side of the house. It appeared to be beside a new pylon that was being connected to the electricity supply. The glow disappeared after a few seconds.

The Alien Contact:

In May 1979, around 3 am, Elsie was awakened by a huge light moving silently down the moors towards the house. She panicked, believing it would hit the gable end. She did not awaken her husband, who saw nothing. Her children had mostly moved out by this time.

The Experience:

Elsie found herself outside in the open, with no memory of leaving her bed or opening the door. She was on the rough grass beside her home, wearing her nightie. She was not alone. A huge oval of light had landed on the sloping fields. A small egg-shaped device was barely visible behind the glow. Elsie's mind insisted it was a helicopter, though logically she knew this was absurd. Three figures, mostly in silhouette, emerged from the object. They were shorter than normal humans and slim. Elsie's subconscious mind interpreted them as her daughter and children coming for a visit, and she began to plan making tea, despite the absurdity of the interpretation.

Suddenly, the scene changed, and Elsie was back in bed, blinking in the sunlight. At least an hour had disappeared. Her son later ran in, distressed, reporting that nine chickens had been found dead in a coup near the pylon, possibly electrocuted.

Analysis of the Encounter:

Elsie was questioned closely about the encounter. While she believes it was a real event, there are signs it might have been a vivid dream or hallucination. She could see the UFO in a location where trees would have been in full leaf in May, but she recalled seeing the trees not in bloom. This led to the realization that she had been able to 'see around the corner of the house,' which was physically impossible from her location. This suggests the encounter was visionary in nature, possibly stimulated by an electrical phenomenon. The article questions how many other alien contacts might mask similarly visionary clues.

Other Adventures:

Elsie's husband died in 1990, but she claims to commune with him often. Her son also returns as an auditory hallucination. The author suggests that while these experiences might point to a lonely old lady with a vivid imagination, he is not convinced that's all there is, noting Elsie's rational and objective demeanor.

Psychic Encounters:

Elsie hears sounds directly from objects, a form of psychometry. She believes she tunes into conversations from people who built or sold objects, and hears replays of conversations. She also notes that her dog has been woken by these replays or the presence of a 'ghost kitten.' Elsie describes herself as a 'Satellite dish tuning into the past.'

Conclusions:

Elsie believes she lives at a focal point of 'ley lines' and is an untrained medium. She has sought help to use her talents but found no one willing to guide her. The author suggests the case potentially relates to an electrical or energy field channeled through the building, possibly amplified by the local quartz-rich stone, which could explain the encounters and lights in the sky.

UFO Cover Up by Neil Nixon

This article examines the reasons behind the perceived lack of UFO coverage in the mass media, arguing that market forces and credibility issues are more significant than a government conspiracy.

Media Control and Market Forces:

Neil Nixon, a freelance writer and journalist, argues that while a government cover-up is a common belief, other explanations exist. He posits that UFOs are treated as a theme or issue to be exploited by the media. Broadsheet papers and major TV documentaries give UFOs low priority due to advertising revenue and the subject's perceived low credibility. Tabloids and certain TV programs, however, do feature UFO and paranormal stories.

The Credibility Problem:

The 'Catch 22' situation arises because UFOs are relegated to the margins due to low credibility, preventing serious investigation by major news teams. This lack of credibility is central to factual UFO coverage. When a company or editor is responsible for a UFO-related product, the content is often pulled or softened. Individual accounts are more likely to be aired, but these are typically left unresolved.

Book Publishing and Entertainment:

Book publishing has provided the greatest advancement in public understanding of UFOs. The UK market is influenced by US publications, with economic reasons driving publishers to aim for maximum sales. The article notes the massive success of entertainment items based on UFOs, such as 'E.T.', indicating public interest. However, the author criticizes the 'cover up' myth, highlighting the abundance of fictional outlets for UFO themes (rock music, film, television, science fiction) and the way some people discuss cover-ups with reverence.

Challenging the Conspiracy Narrative:

Nixon argues that the conspiracy theory provides a simple, exciting explanation for the lack of concrete evidence and gives status to believers who see themselves battling major powers. He suggests that the sheer amount of 'leaked' information and its contradictory nature lends a comic aspect to claims of secret cover-ups and death threats. He believes that the 'paranoid' belief system, which sees sinister authorities gagging everyone, reduces the subject to a fringe belief and hinders progress.

The Role of UFOlogists and Media:

Nixon suggests that if UFO proponents were better organized and more media-friendly, vast research resources could be utilized. He believes that changing the 'Conspiracy' issue would gain much, as public interest is evident. He advocates for dispensing with the paranoid belief that sees cover-up and manipulation everywhere, as this reduces the subject's credibility. He notes that UFOlogists have had bad experiences with programs, but attributes this to market forces rather than a deliberate attempt to suppress information.

Marketability of UFOs:

The article concludes that UFOs are a marketable property, and their marketability is the main issue behind their current media profile. The author predicts an upsurge in UFO television coverage in late 1994.

European Network by Tony Walter

Tony Walter, from Stockholm, Sweden, contributes a case study from the archives of 'UFO SVERIGE' (UFO Sweden).

WOMEN STRUCK BY LIGHTNING BOLT FROM UFO:

Date: Night before New Year's Eve, December 1987
Location: Bispberg, south of Dalarna, Sweden
Witnesses: Kirstin (59, retired nurse) and Rolf.

Incident: The couple's pets became nervous around 1:00 am. By 3:30 am, Kirstin looked out the bedroom window and saw a spherical object in the sky, described as metallic ice blue with grey and orange mist. Lightning bolts shot out from an opening underneath and returned to the sphere. Kirstin estimated the object's size at 6x8 meters, 150 meters away and 10-15 meters above the ground.

Kirstin went outside and became paralyzed, unable to call her husband. She experienced goose pimples and a painful sensation on her forehead, feeling as if something had sucked onto her eye. After 5 minutes, the object vanished. Rolf, who had dressed, heard a whirling noise and felt a change in air pressure. His watch stopped at 3:35 am. Both Kirstin and Rolf smelled of sulphur. Rolf later noticed the dog smelling strongly of creosote.

More Witnesses:

Knocking on doors in Bispberg yielded no other witnesses. Those at home were sleeping, and many houses were empty as neighbors were away.

Further Details:

Kirstin discovered a long burn mark on her jumper. UFO SVERIGE collected the jumper and found a 5cm scorch mark. Health authorities tested for radioactivity, finding none. Laboratory tests on the scorch mark indicated it was not a burn but fibers from another material that had melted onto the jumper. Kirstin experienced a headache for four days, and a tingling sensation that became an aggravating itch. A witness driving from Falun to Sater reported seeing a blue spherical shape over Bispberg, which he observed for about 10 minutes. The blue light was still apparent when he arrived at Sater at 1:30 am.

Calendar

• December 8, 1994: Carlos Alvarado on spontaneous phenomena at Kensington Central Library, London.
• April 27-30, 1994: TREAT conference on 'Consciousness at the edge' in San Francisco, USA.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena with a critical yet open-minded approach. It presents detailed sighting reports, in-depth case studies, and analytical articles that question conventional explanations. The editorial stance appears to favor evidence-based investigation and challenges both overly simplistic explanations (like meteors or balloons) and unsubstantiated conspiracy theories. There's an emphasis on understanding the psychological and societal factors influencing UFO beliefs and media coverage, advocating for a more serious and factual approach to the subject.

This issue of "The New UFOlogist" (Issue 2) features several articles and reviews related to UFO phenomena, skepticism, and related theories. The content includes a book review, a video review, a "Right to Reply" section with letters to the editor, and two major articles: one exploring the link between environmental health and UFO experiences, and another critically examining the US General Accounting Office (GAO) investigation into the Roswell incident.

Book Review: Allergies and Aliens

The book "Allergies and Aliens: An Environmental Health Issue" by Albert Budden is reviewed. The reviewer highlights Budden's radical new perspective, suggesting that alleged alien contact experiences are the mental and physiological products of environmental illnesses, specifically electrical hypersensitivity to electronic pollution from sources like radio masts and underground cables. Budden's work is described as a "sensible, falsifiable theory" that draws on numerous case studies and experimental work from Breakspear Hospital. The book reportedly links these hypersensitivities to acute allergies and subconscious hallucinations generated to warn the conscious mind of danger, drawing a parallel to Hilary Evans' concept of the "producer." The rapid increase in electromagnetic radiation is posited as an explanation for the rise in close encounter cases. The book also covers a variety of "paranormal" events, including poltergeist cases and UFO abductions, and introduces terms like "exploding head syndrome" and "electrosleep." Budden's hypothesis is strengthened by references to a World Health Organisation report on the effects of electromagnetic pollution. The review notes that the book is home-produced and contains minor spelling and grammatical errors but commends it as a brave attempt to address ignored phenomena.

UFO Boxed Set - Video Review

This section reviews a three-title boxed set of UFO videos. Two tapes, "UFO's The Evidence" and "Visitors From Space," are described as documentaries covering the history and major cases of UFOlogy, though they are noted for being long on claims of live aliens and short on hard-headed analysis. "Visitors From Space" is favored for its Finnish origins, allowing it to cover cases seldom discussed in the UK. The third tape, "UFO Secrets of The Third Reich," is an illustrated exploration of Nazi/occult conspiracy theories, linking Nazis and aliens to repel the US military in Antarctica. Despite its potentially outlandish suggestions, it is recommended for its clear run-through of complex conspiracy beliefs and its inclusion of footage of largely unknown Second World War aircraft, showcasing Nazi technological development. Labyrinth Video is commended for making UFO tapes accessible, offering a crash course for beginners and vital footage for serious students.

Right To Reply

This section contains letters to the editor and responses. Philip Klass's letter questions the legal profession's reliance on eyewitness testimony, citing a personal anecdote about a car accident trial where witness testimonies varied significantly in speed estimates. Steuart Campbell, writing from Scotland, responds to Jenny Randles' critique of his explanation for the Alan Godfrey UFO report. Campbell clarifies that his full explanation appeared in "The Journal of Transient Aerial Phenomena" in 1987 and reiterates that Godfrey did not recall turning his car around, suggesting a mirage of Venus as a more probable explanation than an alien spacecraft. He criticizes Randles for not referring to this dispute and for her accusations of misrepresenting facts.

Anthony Bell writes to the editor, questioning Albert Budden's contribution regarding animal mutilations. Bell wonders why animal mutilations are geographically concentrated in the US Midwest during the Seventies, suggesting that natural phenomena should have a broader historical and geographical spread. He also questions the link between child abuse victims and UFO abductions, proposing that abduction experiences might be internal rather than external, and that birth trauma could be a common factor. Albert Budden replies to Bell, agreeing that ball lightning is not a modern invention but highlighting the role of contemporary media and communication networks in promoting rare phenomena like animal mutilations. He argues that sudden public spotlighting of consistent but rare events creates the impression of an upsurge, citing ritualistic child abuse and crop circles as examples. Budden further elaborates on the impact of modern electromagnetic phenomena, such as those from microwave repeaters, radar installations, and pylons, suggesting they enhance the formation of ball lightning and may even produce artificial forms, linking this to unidentified lights and animal mutilations.

The Skeptical View: Roswell A Case Solved?

This extensive article by Paul Fuller, a statistician, examines the US General Accounting Office (GAO) investigation into the Roswell "UFO Crash" incident. The GAO's audit, initiated in 1993 following a request by Congressman Steven Schiff, aimed to find documentary evidence accounting for the Roswell claim. The investigation reviewed existing literature, which was noted as predominantly pro-Roswell, and conducted an archival search of USAF records. The GAO concluded that there was "absolutely no indication that what happened near Roswell in 1947, involved any type of extraterrestrial craft." Instead, the report strongly suggests the incident was related to Project Mogul, a top-secret project involving constant altitude balloons used for detecting Soviet nuclear detonations during the Cold War. The GAO found evidence of balloon testing in the area during June and July 1947, with descriptions of recovered materials closely matching the debris photographed at the time. The article highlights that the GAO found no indication of unusual activity or large-scale expenditure that would be expected for an alien spacecraft recovery. It also points out that key figures involved in the initial recovery, such as Colonel Blanchard and Lt. General Nathan Twining, were on leave or attending courses around the time of the alleged crash, and questions why Twining, who later described UFOs as "something real," did not report an alien spaceship. The article also discusses the lack of contemporary documentary evidence for the alien craft theory and the late emergence of many witness testimonies, some of which originated after the publication of "The Roswell Incident" in 1980. The GAO report questions the objectivity of leading pro-Roswell researchers, suggesting they have misrepresented witness testimony, citing the case of Irving Newton, who claimed Major Marcel insisted on interpreting debris as alien writings. The article concludes that while the GAO investigation was thorough, it still leaves some unanswered questions, such as why Generals Ramey and Marcel issued the initial press release and the nature of the recovered materials. The article also touches upon the psychological aspect of belief, noting that "flying saucerism" has become a minor industry in New Mexico. Jenny Randles adds further comments, emphasizing the historical context and location of Roswell as a sensitive military area during the Cold War, and suggesting that the secrecy was related to Project Mogul rather than an alien cover-up. She also notes the timing of the Roswell incident amidst a wave of UFO activity and the development of secret weapons testing by the Russians.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to adopt a skeptical yet open-minded stance towards UFO phenomena. While it reviews books and videos that present various theories, including those linking UFOs to environmental factors and conspiracy narratives, the editorial focus, particularly in the Roswell article, leans towards critical analysis and the debunking of sensationalist claims. There is an emphasis on scientific methodology, evidence-based reasoning, and the questioning of witness testimony when it appears to be exaggerated or misrepresented. The magazine seems to encourage readers to consider prosaic explanations and to apply critical thinking to the subject matter, while acknowledging that some aspects of the UFO phenomenon remain unexplained or require further investigation. The recurring theme is the need for rigorous research and objectivity in the study of UFOs, contrasting with what the magazine perceives as the myth-making tendencies within parts of the UFO community.

Title: The New UFOlogist
Issue: 2
Date: Not specified, but references to events in 1993, 1994, and early 1995 suggest a publication date around late 1994 or early 1995.
Publisher: Not specified, but the publication is non-profit and run by a group of concerned investigators.
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English

Editorial Stance and Aims

The New UFOlogist is presented as an "original UFO venture" launched in the summer of 1994 by a group of concerned investigators. It aims to reflect serious Ufology, update scientific theories without descending into pure skepticism, and provide a medium for in-depth new case histories. The publication emphasizes a balanced approach, not rejecting any hypothesis but also not pandering to sensationalism. It is described as sensible and progressive Ufology. The magazine is non-profit making, with all income beyond production and distribution costs forming a central research and investigation fund. It is compiled by and for the UFO movement, primarily in Britain, with international contributions.

Articles and Content

The Mantell Incident and US Military Communication

The first article discusses the Thomas Mantell UFO incident, suggesting that the US military's lack of structured communication in 1947 contributed to misunderstandings. The author posits that Mantell's unit was unaware of the Skyhook balloon project, leading to the mistaken assumption that he was chasing a UFO. This confusion, coupled with the need to calm public fears about alien spacecraft, led to explanations like Mantell chasing Venus, which was never tenable. The article criticizes the US Air Force Project Sign for attempting to explain away the incident in an "absurd fashion."

The Roswell Incident and Cover-Up Theories

Following the Mantell discussion, the article draws parallels to the Roswell incident, suggesting a similar "internal botch up." The author proposes that the "weather balloon" theory was hastily concocted at Carswell Air Force base for the same reasons as the Mantell explanation. It is suggested that investigating authorities at Roswell likely knew the object was not an ordinary balloon but, fearing sensational conclusions, substituted a fake balloon for the real debris. The real wreckage, described as comprising parchment, thin foil, and balsa wood, was allegedly flown to Dayton for analysis. The article notes that the reported wreckage was "balloon like," making the explanation more plausible to the public, despite anomalies like the material's alleged indestructability.

The author suspects that both believers and skeptics might be proven right about Roswell, acknowledging that something did crash and it wasn't a mundane balloon. A "secret balloon project" unknown to the Army Air Force at Roswell is considered a feasible, albeit "vaguely feasible," explanation. The article criticizes the US government for not searching archives to uncover the truth, suggesting they were aware the official story was false and feared revealing their incompetence or "cynical attempt to lie to the public."

The Last Word - Media and Book Reviews

This section provides a roundup of upcoming and recent media related to the paranormal and UFOs.

• "Weird TV": A 5-hour BBC Television program on the paranormal, scheduled for December, will include UFO material and interviews with witnesses.
• "Strange but True?": An LWT series hosted by Michael Aspel, featuring research by Peter Hough and Jenny Randles, has had excellent initial ratings. Its final show includes a 30-minute UFO special on the Rendlesham Forest case.
• Book Tie-ins: A book of "Strange but True?" by Hough & Randles, with a foreword by Michael Aspel, is published by Piatkus.
• "Network First" Documentary: A one-hour documentary about the UFO cover-up by Tim Good, originally postponed, is expected in early 1995. It covers cases like Roswell and Gulf Breeze, along with UK material.
• New UFO Book Titles: Several new books are announced:
• Jenny Randles' "Star Children" (Robert Hale, December) examines cases where witnesses feel they are "not of this earth."
• Albert Budden's "UFOs: The Electromagnetic Indictment" (Blandford, early 1995) covers his environmental pollution theory.
• Philip Mantle is working on a new UFO book and is seeking celebrity encounters, referencing Jenny Randles' "Phantoms of the Soap Operas" which includes an account of William Shatner being rescued by a UFO in the Californian desert.

Subscription and Contribution Information

The magazine details its cost (£8 for 4 issues) and provides contact information for subscriptions and special qualifications/research ideas. It emphasizes that the publication is non-profit and that funds beyond production costs go to a central research and investigation fund.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around government secrecy, the potential for cover-ups in significant UFO events like Roswell and Mantell, and the critical analysis of official explanations. The magazine advocates for a serious, evidence-based approach to Ufology, distinct from pure skepticism or sensationalism. It positions itself as a democratic platform for the UFO movement, encouraging reader participation and funding research. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, seeking to update understanding of UFO phenomena through in-depth case studies and objective analysis, while acknowledging the complexities and enduring mysteries of the subject.