News Fortiane - No 11

Magazine Overview

Title: NEWS FORTIANE
Issue: 11
Volume: 1
Date: December 15, 2008

This issue of NEWS FORTIANE, a bulletin on the world of mystery, delves into UFO sightings, ancient enigmas, and paranormal phenomena. It features reports from Italy and abroad, alongside articles on historical and archeological mysteries.

UFO Sightings and Reports

"Laser Beams on Earth" Video

The issue highlights a new video from Great Britain where two women, Shellie Williams and her mother Betty, filmed two unidentified objects emitting red laser beams towards the earth. The Bristol International Airport control tower reported no unusual activity, leaving the authenticity of the footage as a question of "unidentified flying objects" or a hoax.

Luminous Spheres over Trento

A formation of five light spheres, arranged in a square with smaller black dots inside, was observed over Trento. A 20-year-old woman described the event to a local radio station, noting the spheres' synchronized maneuvers before disappearing. She initially thought they were helicopters but heard no sound.

Possible UFOs over Florence

Numerous reports were received by the emergency services regarding a bright, yellowish-red luminous object in the sky over Florence. Carabinieri and citizens conducted searches in the Bagno a Ripoli and Impruneta area, suggesting the possibility of UFOs.

"I've Photographed a UFO"

An article titled "Così ho fotografato l'UFO" by Massimo Vanni recounts an experience. The issue also mentions an international conference on extraterrestrials with the latest sighting in Novoli.

Close Encounter in Valle di Maddaloni

A couple, Matilde Antonelli and Pasquale Castellucci, reported a close encounter with a luminous, circular object near Castelvolturno. The object approached, hovered for about thirty seconds, and then disappeared, leaving a luminous trail. They had previously been skeptical of UFO sightings.

Mysterious Lights over Venice

Around midnight on October 4th, several groups of witnesses reported seeing several orange-red luminous globes moving in a straight line across the sky over Venice. The lights did not produce a trail or sound. The control tower at Marco Polo Airport stated that radar showed normal activity that night.

UFO over Acerra

A mysterious, fast-moving light was filmed for about three minutes over Acerra. The video, shared online, showed a light performing erratic movements too complex for an aircraft and without any accompanying sound. The witness asserted it was not an airplane.

UFOs in Como

Maurizio Verga, founder of the Centro Italiano Studi Ufologici (CISU), discusses the activity of the center in debunking hoaxes. He notes that in the Como area, there have been 380 reported episodes, with 95% being easily explained and 5% remaining without a clear explanation. He mentions cases like crop circles and strange lights, and a specific incident in Olgiate involving a figure with luminous eyes and car burn marks.

Ancient Mysteries and Archeology

"I Luoghi delle Triplici Cinte in Italia"

This section reviews a book by Marisa Uberti and Giulio Coluzzi titled "I Luoghi delle Triplici Cinte in Italia: Alla ricerca di un simbolo sacro o di un gioco senza tempo?" The book explores the 'Triplice Cinta' symbol, found in various ancient sites, and suggests it may hold deeper symbolic and esoteric meanings beyond its common association with a game.

Deciphering Quechua Writing

Angelo Rosati claims to have deciphered the ancient Quechua writing, which he describes as figurative ideograms. He compares it to early Egyptian hieroglyphs and believes it could be a significant discovery related to pre-Columbian civilizations and potentially Atlantis. He offers his findings as a hobby and appeals to Colombian authorities for interest.

Leonardo da Vinci and the Varese Palio

An article discusses an enigma related to a 15th-century embroidered artwork (paliotto) at the Baroffio Museum in Varese. The artwork features a reproduction of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Virgin of the Rocks," raising questions about how the unknown artist could have replicated a work not publicly known at the time.

Celtic Tumuli and Archaeoastronomy

The issue concludes its series on "I Misteri di Varese" with an analysis of Celtic cromlechs in Golasecca. These stone circles are examined through the lens of archaeoastronomy, suggesting they incorporate complex calculations and astronomical alignments, raising questions about the advanced knowledge of ancient populations.

Paranormal and Spiritual Phenomena

"Dialogue with the Beyond"

An exhibition at the Communication Museum in Bern, titled "Goodbye & Hello: Dialogo con l'aldilà," explored paranormal communication and the concept of life after death. The exhibition showcased objects and experiences related to communication with the deceased, featuring accounts from mediums, parapsychologists, and neurobiologists.

Ghosts and Spirits

The issue includes stories of spirits and ghosts, such as the 1862 case involving Melchior Joller in Stans, where objects moved and furniture shifted. It also mentions the phenomenon of deceased individuals appearing on television screens and recordings of unknown voices interrupting phone calls.

Chess Game with a Medium

A unique chess game played between 1985 and 1993 between Viktor Korchnoi and Géza Maróczy (who had died in 1951) is recounted. The game was reportedly facilitated by a medium, with the living champion eventually winning.

Automatic Painting by Spirits

The issue highlights the work of Brazilian artist Antonio Gasparetto, who, through automatic painting, produced works attributed to famous deceased artists like Modigliani and Rembrandt.

CUN Opens UFO Archives

Italian UFO Archives Released

The National Ufological Center (CUN) announced at a Rome conference that it would make its archives of approximately 12,000 Italian UFO cases from the last century publicly available. This decision follows the release of official UFO data by several governments worldwide.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, with a focus on UFO sightings, ancient mysteries, and paranormal events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting evidence and theories without necessarily offering definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to form their own opinions. There is a clear interest in historical enigmas, archeology, and the potential for extraterrestrial or supernatural influences on human history and experience. The publication also highlights the work of researchers and organizations dedicated to these fields, such as the CISU and CUN.

Title: NEWS FORTIANE
Issue: Anno 1 Numero 11
Date: 15 Dicembre 2008
Publisher: www.centrostudifortiani.it
Type: Aperiodic bulletin on the world of mystery.

Articles

"Goodbye & Hello: dialogue with the afterlife" at the Museum of Communication in Bern

The Museum of Communication in Bern is hosting an exhibition titled "Goodbye & Hello: dialogue with the afterlife," running until July 5, 2009. This exhibition showcases experiences of Swiss individuals who have claimed contact with the deceased, spirits, and ghosts over the past 100 years. The interviews are in German with French subtitles. In April, the artist group etoy will present "Mission Eternity," a project exploring the cult of the dead and virtual immortality through modern information and communication technologies.

The Museum of Communication in Bern is unique in Switzerland for its exclusive focus on communication and its history. Founded in 1907 as the Postal Museum, it became the Museum of Communication in 1997. Its mission is to foster dialogue between the history, present, and future of communication, with a particular emphasis on information and communication technologies and new media. The museum prioritizes the individual over pure technology, encouraging reflection on the social and cultural impact of communication technologies. Recently, the museum received the "Dibner Award for excellence in museums and museum exhibits" for its permanent exhibition "As Time Goes Byte," opened in May 2007, placing it among internationally recognized museums.

The Great Flood: Did it Happen in Galilee?

This section discusses the ongoing mystery surrounding the Great Flood narrative, which appears in various ancient mythologies, including the Bible, Greek mythology, and the Epic of Gilgamesh. A new theory by English archaeologist Sean Kingsley, based on excavations at Mount Carmel in Galilee, suggests a massive flood occurred 7,000 years ago. Kingsley claims that six submerged Neolithic villages, found with remnants of houses, temples, tombs, and cut stones, are evidence of a "killer wave" that erased them. He argues this is more convincing than theories placing the flood further north, related to the end of the last ice age and sea-level rise.

Kingsley's theory is based on the work of Israeli archaeologist Ehud Galili, who directed the recovery of the Atlit-Yam site, one of the six Neolithic villages. However, Galili is critical of Kingsley's interpretation, stating there is no proof of a catastrophic event or a "killer wave" in the Mediterranean. He suggests a gradual sea-level rise, common worldwide. The article notes a trend in archaeology to seek out "mega-disasters" from antiquity, but questions whether the submersion of these villages was dramatic enough to be remembered for millennia.

Kingsley admits to being influenced by suggestions, stating, "I am an atheist. I started studying the origin of Noah five years ago because I'm interested in how mythology has entered real life, how climate changes are connected to the Bible." Other archaeologists, like Shimon Gibson, express uncertainty, noting that while massive floods did occur in the region, the link to Neolithic settlements and biblical accounts remains unproven.

Brad Pitt Obsessed with Ghosts

According to celebrity news sources, actor Brad Pitt has become intensely interested in ghosts and spiritual phenomena. This interest reportedly began after watching a documentary about spirit channelers. The article suggests this fascination is part of a mid-life crisis, prompting Pitt to question his life's purpose. His partner, Angelina Jolie, is reportedly trying to be supportive, though concerned it might become an obsession. Pitt is also considering a film project on the subject, which Jolie apparently does not fully endorse, fearing public perception.

Charles Hoy Fort

A portrait of Charles Hoy Fort is presented with a quote attributed to him: "I cannot accept that the product of my mind is material subject to belief." Fort is known for his extensive cataloging of anomalous phenomena.

News Fortiane Editorial

The editorial team of "NEWS FORTIANE" extends holiday wishes for Christmas and the New Year to its readers. The bulletin is published aperiodically and is not for profit, thus exempt from registration under Italian publishing law.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine "NEWS FORTIANE" focuses on mysteries, the paranormal, and unexplained phenomena. It covers a range of topics from UFOs and spiritualism to archaeological enigmas and historical mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of exploration and reporting on these subjects, presenting different theories and viewpoints, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for evidence. The inclusion of a quote from Charles Hoy Fort suggests an appreciation for empirical observation and a critical approach to unsubstantiated beliefs, even when discussing phenomena that challenge conventional understanding.