Независимая газета

Magazine Overview

This issue of 'Независимая газета' (Independent Newspaper), dated No. 2, 1996, is dedicated to exploring anomalous phenomena, particularly UFOs, under the umbrella title 'АНОМАЛЬНЫЕ ФАКТЫ ГИПОТЕЗЫ' (Anomalous Facts Hypotheses). The main cover headline is 'НА ПУТИ К РАЗГАДКЕ ТАЙНЫ НЛО' (On the Path to Unraveling the Mystery of UFOs).

On the Path to Unraveling the Mystery of UFOs

The issue features a report on the 5th Ufological Conference 'Ufology and Bioenergoinformation - New Scientific Directions' held in Moscow on October 19-20, 1996. Academician Vladimir Georgievich Azhazha presented new approaches to understanding UFOs, introducing the concept of multidimensionality and 'information-regulatory structures' (IRS) as fundamental to our reality and potentially explaining phenomena like the soul. These concepts are linked to the work of Yuri Alexandrovich Fomin. The article posits that the world is multidimensional, and our perception is limited by our senses. The concept of distance is relative to the system of measurement, and higher dimensions can bring points closer. This is used to explain how UFOs might appear and disappear.

The theory suggests that primary multidimensional formations, IRS, leave three-dimensional traces called biological structures (BS). BS is seen as the visible part of a more complex, invisible IRS. The IRS requires connection with its BS for information and energy. It's proposed that the IRS, or 'soul,' might persist after the destruction of the BS, implying death is a transition to higher dimensions rather than a complete cessation of existence. Individual IRS can interact, explaining phenomena like telepathy and clairvoyance, forming common information fields.

The article then delves into the 'Problems of Ufology' by Vladimir Azhazha, presented in two sections. The first, 'Ascent to the Absolute,' elaborates on the idea that all life forms on Earth, possessing IRS, form a global information complex that might extend to the cosmos. This complex is envisioned as a hierarchical pyramid, with the 'Absolute' at its apex. The Absolute is described as the totality of this information, which is impossible for humans to fully grasp, leading to religious concepts of God. The Absolute influences individuals, who are integral parts of this whole, existing beyond space and time.

The second section, 'Hypotheses on the Origin of UFOs,' discusses the enduring mystery of UFOs. It notes that while the alien hypothesis is popular, it lacks concrete proof. The article presents five hypotheses:

1. Alien Spacecraft: UFOs are extraterrestrial vehicles.
2. Contact with Alien Civilizations: Contact occurs not via spacecraft but through complex biological structures capable of self-movement in space, possibly appearing as glowing spheres.
3. Materialization of Information-Regulatory Structures (IRS): UFOs are the materialization of IRS, which require energy, potentially from human 'donors.'
4. Multidimensional Formations: UFOs are perceived elements of multidimensional formations, appearing as glowing spheres due to ionized air from their energy state.
5. Manifestations of the Absolute: UFOs are a result of manipulations by the Absolute or its parts, representing a 'Multiversum' that controls and manages reality through inaccessible dimensions and parallel worlds.

The article concludes that UFOs are real psychophysical objects, possibly indicating the existence of other multidimensional worlds and the Absolute. It suggests that a system is constantly influencing humanity, and understanding these laws is crucial for avoiding a primitive state of existence.

Who Draws on the Wheat Fields?

This section, authored by Viktor Baytulin, discusses the phenomenon of crop circles, which appear overnight as geometric patterns and figures on grain fields, most commonly in England. These formations are often linked to the appearance of UFOs. The article cites numerous testimonies and research, noting that microphones have detected strange sounds, and the grain in these circles often fails to ripen, similar to the effect of UFO landing sites on soil. The sheer scale of the phenomenon (over 400 circles in England in 1990, found in 36 countries) makes human falsification unlikely.

Drawings on a Given Topic... In the Night Sky!

A unique photographic document is presented, allegedly showing three identical UFOs creating images of Soviet ZRU anti-aircraft missiles in the night sky. This event, captured by contactee and researcher Valentin Ivanovich Volgin in the Tver Oblast, reportedly occurred in response to his mental request. The UFOs, described as glowing spheres, moved in complex patterns, leaving trails that, when developed, revealed the silhouette of the ZRU missile. This is presented as a 'documentarily confirmed dialogue with the Unseen Mind.' The photograph also shows airplane trails and star tracks, serving as context for this extraordinary event.

How to Protect Our Children?

Authored by Alexey Medvedev, this section continues a previous discussion on protecting children. It quotes L. Ron Hubbard, emphasizing the need for parental love, help, and guidance for children to survive in a complex world. The article stresses that children need to believe in themselves and become moral individuals. It advocates for parents to be friends to their children, discover their problems, and help them solve them independently. A crucial aspect highlighted is the importance of addressing delicate issues related to love and sex. Drawing from Yuri Ryurikov's work, 'love' is defined as the highest form of human connection and mutual understanding. The article warns against infidelity and impulsive sexual relationships, linking them to severe consequences like broken families, ruined lives, and diseases like AIDS. It strongly promotes chastity and abstinence before marriage as the most effective approach to sexual education. The text cites 'My World and I. The Path of Love. A Guide for Teachers' for insights into sexual education, noting that superficial physical intimacy can hinder deeper emotional connection and lead to painful breakups, especially for adolescents. The article argues that a comprehensive sexual education program should include concrete proposals on how to resist peer pressure and understand the reasons for abstinence, which is presented as a way to ensure emotional stability, avoid diseases, and focus energy on life goals.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of the unknown, anomalous phenomena, and the search for deeper understanding beyond conventional science. There's a strong emphasis on the spiritual and multidimensional aspects of reality, with a belief in higher intelligences and forces influencing human existence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various theories and evidence, while also offering practical advice on personal development and family matters, particularly concerning the moral and sexual education of children. The publication seems to advocate for a holistic approach, integrating scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives.