News Fortiane - No 21

Magazine Overview

Title: NEWS FORTIANE
Issue Date: January 24, 2010
Volume: 2, Issue 21

This issue of NEWS FORTIANE, a bulletin on the world of mystery, covers a range of intriguing topics, from underwater archaeological discoveries and alleged extraterrestrial encounters to religious apparitions and scientific debates on historical artifacts.

Underwater Discoveries: The Yonaguni Monument

The lead article, "NUOVE IMMAGINI SUBACQUEE DA YONAGUNI, LA MANO DELL'UOMO È EVIDENTE" (New Underwater Images from Yonaguni, Man's Hand is Evident), discusses new images of a stepped underwater structure off the coast of Yonaguni, Japan. This structure, resembling a ziggurat, is estimated to be 10,000 years old, predating the last ice age. Geologist Masaki Kimura of Ryukyu University in Okinawa led research that suggests it is a man-made construction, not a natural formation, citing the lack of erosion debris and the presence of a road-like perimeter. Robert Schoch, a geologist from Boston University, also conducted dives and noted the presence of meter-high steps carved into the rock, deeming erosion an unlikely explanation. The structure's size is comparable to the Pyramid of Cheops in Giza. If man-made, it implies a civilization unknown to archaeologists existed before the last ice age. Archaeologist Jim Mower suggests that if the structure is indeed 10,000 years old and man-made, it would necessitate a revision of Southeast Asian civilization history. Mower posits that its builders could be on par with ancient Mesopotamian civilizations.

Russian UFO Archives and the Voronezh Incident

The article "LA RUSSIA RENDE PUBBLICI GLI ARCHIVI UFO FINALMENTE LA VERITÀ SUL “CASO VORONEZH”?" (Russia Makes UFO Archives Public: Finally the Truth About the 'Voronezh Case'?) reports on the potential declassification of Russian government archives related to UFO sightings. The "Voronezh case" from October 10, 1989, is highlighted. According to reports from the Russian news agency Tass, a large flying saucer allegedly landed in a park in Voronezh, and three tall, humanoid beings emerged. The incident reportedly caused shock and fear among witnesses, with some young people expressing excitement and older residents experiencing distress. The article notes that the event was reported in the Italian newspaper Repubblica, citing Tass as the source. The potential opening of Russian X-Files archives is expected to shed light on this and other past incidents.

Lunar Anomalies and Extraterrestrial Evidence

"FILMATO DELL'AGENZIA SPAZIALE GIAPPONESE RIVELA PROVE DI CIVILIZZAZIONE SULLA LUNA" (Japanese Space Agency Film Reveals Proof of Civilization on the Moon) discusses a video purportedly showing artificial structures and buildings extending for kilometers on the dark side of the Moon. The article suggests that a "shadow government" may have been secretly constructing bases on the Moon. It references ex-NASA scientist Ken Johnston, who claimed astronauts discovered ancient ruins and an unknown gravity control system on the Moon, and that NASA ordered the destruction of photographic evidence. Richard Hoagland's book "Dark Mission" is also mentioned. The video, originating from the Japanese space agency JAXA and NASA, is analyzed to reveal details obscured by high brightness and low contrast. The investigation suggests the presence of complex structures, some possibly extraterrestrial and others human-made, and speculates about the existence of life on the Moon in 1994. The article also touches upon theories of space elevators and mentions interviews with individuals like Colonel Ross Dedrickson, who reportedly spoke of extraterrestrials detonating nuclear warheads in space.

Religious Apparitions in Egypt

"E AL CAIRO LA MADONNA APPARE CENTINAIA DI PERSONE IN GINOCCHIO" (And in Cairo the Madonna Appears, Hundreds Kneeling) details multiple reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Egypt. The most recent reported event occurred on December 11, 2009, in Al-Warrak, near Cairo, where the Virgin Mary was seen in luminous white attire above a church for three hours, witnessed by approximately 3,000 people and captured on photos and videos. The article notes that such apparitions have been reported in Egypt since at least 1968 in Zeitun, Cairo, and also in Edfu and Shentena Al-Hagar. These events are often accompanied by reports of miracles, with some individuals claiming to have been healed. The article also briefly touches on the historical context of Marian apparitions worldwide.

Scientific and Historical Mysteries

The Enigma of the Shroud of Turin: The article "SINDONE: QUEL CHE LA STORIA NON DICE" (Shroud: What History Doesn't Say) features mathematician Bruno Barberis discussing the Shroud of Turin. He emphasizes that science, rather than history, is key to solving its enigma. Barberis acknowledges that while the Shroud has unique characteristics, it is not identical to the Turin Shroud. He discusses theories suggesting the Shroud could have been created in the Middle Ages, possibly as a replica, and mentions the controversy surrounding inscriptions and scientific dating. He also touches upon the possibility of the Gospels serving as a 'manual' for crucifixion reenactments.

Theories on Cheops Pyramid Construction: "UNA NUOVA TEORIA SPIEGA LA COSTRUZIONE DELLA PIRAMIDE DI CHEOPE" (A New Theory Explains the Construction of the Cheops Pyramid) presents a theory by architect Dassault Hudin, who spent ten years studying the Great Pyramid. Hudin's theory, based on his father's idea, suggests the pyramid was built using an internal helical corridor. This method would have allowed for the placement of external blocks as the structure ascended internally. French expedition research from the 1980s reportedly found a difference in stone consistency that aligns with this hypothesized corridor.

The Mystery of Female Orgasm and Evolution: "LA DONNA, MISTERO DELL'EVOLUZIONE" (Woman, Mystery of Evolution) explores evolutionary theories regarding the smaller stature of women compared to men. It discusses hypotheses such as men consuming more prey and the potential for female orgasm to be a byproduct of embryonic development. The article also touches on the persistence of female orgasm despite not being essential for reproduction.

The Disappearance of an Aircraft: "AEREO DISPERSO IN VENEZUELA, 2 ANNI DOPO MISTERO RESTA" (Aircraft Disappeared in Venezuela, Mystery Remains After 2 Years) reports on the ongoing mystery of a small tourist plane that disappeared over the Los Roques archipelago in Venezuela two years prior, carrying 14 passengers, including eight Italians. Despite a joint Italian-Venezuelan search effort, only the co-pilot's body has been recovered, and the wreckage and other passengers remain missing.

The Death of Yuri Gagarin: "Alcol, alieni o un killer? L'ASTRONAUTA GAGARIN MORÌ SOLO PER IL PANICO IN VOLO" (Alcohol, aliens, or a killer? Astronaut Gagarin Died Solely from Panic During Flight) revisits the mysterious death of Yuri Gagarin. A Russian independent commission suggests that Gagarin may have experienced a panic reaction during a training flight, leading to a loss of control and a fatal dive. The article notes that the exact cause of his death remains a closely guarded secret of the former USSR, with various hypotheses circulating, including sabotage and alien abduction.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores topics that challenge conventional understanding, focusing on unexplained phenomena, ancient mysteries, and potential cover-ups by governments or institutions. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various theories and evidence, even if speculative, to engage readers interested in the unexplained. There is a clear emphasis on presenting information that deviates from mainstream scientific or historical narratives, encouraging critical thinking and further investigation by the readership.

Title: NEWS FORTIANE
Issue: Anno 2 Numero 21
Date: January 24, 2010
Publisher: www.centrostudifortiani.it
Type: Bulletin on mystery topics.

Contents

The Great Pyramid and Ancient Technology

The issue begins with a discussion of theories surrounding the construction of the Great Pyramid. The author, inspired by a documentary, dismisses theories involving aliens or magnetic forces, proposing instead that ancient civilizations used sophisticated machinery, such as cranes, to move the massive stones. The author emphasizes that ancient peoples were highly intelligent and capable of complex engineering feats, comparable to modern achievements.

Noah's Ark: A Circular Raft?

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to a newly translated Babylonian tablet that offers a different perspective on Noah's Ark. According to the tablet, discovered and translated by British Museum expert Irving Finkel, the Ark was not a ship with a pointed bow, but a large, circular raft. This design, described as a 'coracle' still used in Iran and Iraq, was suitable for transporting animals and surviving floods. The tablet, dated around 1700 BC, predates the biblical account and suggests that the story of the Flood, as incorporated into the Genesis narrative, may have originated from Babylonian myths during the Babylonian captivity of the Israelites.

Unusual Animal Birth in Turkey

A report from Turkey details the birth of a stillborn lamb with a face remarkably similar to a human's. Veterinarian Erhan Elibol confirmed the unusual characteristics, noting the eyes, nose, and mouth resembled a human's, while the ears were those of a sheep. The mutation is considered rare and possibly linked to excessive Vitamin A in the mother's diet.

Paranormal Investigations in Chester

The magazine covers a paranormal investigation in Chester, England, a city known for its supernatural activity. A team of investigators, psychics, and a television crew explored reported hauntings, capturing phenomena such as a levitating table, floating lights, and other unexplained events at various locations, including Stanley Palace and Ye Olde Kings.

Potential Miracle Involving Popes Pius XII and John Paul II

A report from Castellammare di Stabia, Italy, details a potential miracle being investigated by the Vatican. The case involves the recovery of a young mother from malignant lymphoma, attributed to the intercession of Pope Pius XII. The story includes a dream experienced by the woman's husband, in which Pope John Paul II advised him to pray to another priest, who was later identified as Eugenio Pacelli (Pope Pius XII).

Ghostly Apparition in a Cell Phone Photo

An account from London describes a group of teenagers who captured a photograph on a cell phone that appears to show the face of a child ghost. The image, taken by 17-year-old Matthew Summers, has gained notoriety as a demonstration of paranormal materialization.

UFO Sighting by Mexican Airlines

An Airbus A-320 flight operated by Mexicana Airlines reported an encounter with a UFO on January 18, 2010, near Xochimilco, Mexico. The pilots observed a metallic sphere that changed color and flew at high speed, passing within 200 meters of the aircraft. Airport authorities are collecting information on the incident.

Triangular UFO Over Dublin

Reports from Dublin, Ireland, describe a luminous triangular object sighted and filmed at night. Witnesses described the object moving at incredible speed. Experts suggest it could be a secret prototype aircraft or drone, though the possibility of an extraterrestrial craft is not ruled out. However, the report notes that the news might be a hoax.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

NEWS FORTIANE consistently explores themes of the unexplained, including ancient mysteries, paranormal phenomena, alleged miracles, and UFO sightings. The publication presents these accounts with a degree of credulity, often citing eyewitness testimony and expert opinions, while also acknowledging potential hoaxes or alternative explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry into subjects that fall outside conventional scientific understanding.