News Fortiane - No 02

Magazine Overview

Title: NEWS FORTIANE
Issue: Numero 2
Volume: Anno 1
Date: 18 Febbraio 2008
Publisher: Centro Studi Fortiani
Website: www.centrostudifortiani.it

This issue of "NEWS FORTIANE" is a bulletin on the world of mystery, curated by the website www.centrostudifortiani.it. It covers a range of unexplained phenomena, including UFO sightings, mysterious deaths, and archaeological enigmas.

Texas: The UFO Yellow

The lead story details a UFO sighting in Stephenville, Texas, on January 25, 2008. The military initially attributed the phenomenon to F-16 exercises, but eyewitnesses remain unconvinced. The article notes that the Mutual Ufo Network reports an average of 200 sightings per month in the US, particularly in Texas, California, and Colorado. The official explanation from the Pentagon suggested a communication error regarding the F-16 exercises.

Editorial Changes at Hera Edizioni

A significant announcement is made regarding the editorial staff of "Hera Edizioni." The entire editorial team, responsible for "Area 51," "Hera," and "Misteri di Hera," has separated from Acacia Edizioni, the company that had leased the titles. The team, led by Adriano Forgione, Alberto Forgione, Pino Morelli, Mike Plato, Lavinia Pallotta, and Silvia Rosei, states that essential prerequisites for continuing their work with Acacia Edizioni were missing. They plan to relaunch their activities in a new, autonomous editorial entity, with new magazines expected by April 2008. Contact information for the former editorial team is provided.

UFO: Those Skiers Who Died in Russia

This section delves into the mysterious deaths of nine young skiers in the Ural Mountains in February 1959. The incident, which occurred near Mount Otorten, has puzzled experts for decades. The skiers reportedly fled their tent in sub-zero temperatures, with some suffering mysterious internal injuries. The case was initially classified as a tragedy due to 'an irresistible mysterious force' by Soviet authorities. Recent declassifications have revealed more details but deepened the mystery. A conference in Iekaterinburg organized by the Igor Dyatlov Foundation aimed to shed light on the event, with participants advocating for the release of further documents from the defense ministry, space agency, and secret services.

Canada 1959: Enormous UFO Flies Over Military Base

This article presents a testimony collected and verified by Brian Vike of HBCC Ufo Research, concerning an UFO sighting in August 1959 near Goose Bay, Labrador, Canada. The witness, a former resident of Newfoundland working at the USAF SAC base, describes an enormous, silent object hovering just above the trees. The object had three large, round, illuminated areas and moved slowly. The witness reported the sighting to the Control Tower, but no action was taken. The object eventually ascended in a spiral over the base before disappearing. The witness emphasizes that it was not an aircraft, helicopter, or balloon, and its size and silent operation were unlike anything known.

Cryptozoology in the Congo

A brief mention is made of an article from cryptomundo.com discussing alleged dinosaurs still circulating in Africa. It highlights the Mokele Mbembe, described as a quadrupedal creature similar to a brontosaurus, and other 'cryptids' like giant spiders and primates, based on local tribal testimonies and missionary accounts.

Lake Van's Mysteries and New Archaeological Discoveries

The issue touches upon the legendary monster of Lake Van in Turkey. It then shifts to recent archaeological findings from an Italian-Turkish mission near Ahlat, on the shores of Lake Van. These discoveries include extensive underground complexes, inhabited since prehistoric times, and a unique Buddhist temple. The findings challenge established historical narratives and suggest that archaeology, like ufology, often navigates uncertain territory.

Extraterrestrial Footprints Photographed in Canada?

This section reports on a sighting from December 16, 2007, where a woman in Canada allegedly saw a UFO and photographed unusual footprints in the snow. The witness described a large, luminous light and small incandescent balls. Later, while investigating near a 'Water Tower,' she and her family encountered strange, non-human footprints and saw a glowing orb in the trees. The witness also noted a sulfurous smell and provided photographs, requesting they be used only for MUFON.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, with a focus on UFO sightings, military involvement, and historical mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting witness testimonies and investigative reports without definitive conclusions, often highlighting the lack of official transparency or the need for further investigation. The separation of the editorial team from "Hera Edizioni" indicates a strong commitment to maintaining their editorial independence and continuing their work in the field of mystery and the unexplained.