OVNI - 2014 05 - May-June

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: May/June 2014
Publisher: JOURNAL OF THE PHENOMENON RESEARCH ASSOCIATION
Price: £4 UK: EU:6 Euros incl: pp
Cover Headline: OVNI

This issue of OVNI, 'The Journal for the discerning researcher,' dated May/June 2014, presents a collection of articles and reports on unexplained phenomena, astronomical events, and historical mysteries.

UFO Event in Cornwall April 28th 2014

This article details a UFO sighting above Portreath, Cornwall, on the night of April 28th, 2014. Several people described the object as "quite large" and "triangular" with white lights. Dave Gillham, founder of the Cornwall UFO Research Group, is appealing for witnesses. He noted the object had white lights at the front but none at the back, moved slowly and quietly from Porthreath towards Helston, and was definitely not a plane or helicopter. One anonymous witness captured a video of the object, describing it as an odd shape, very bright, and quieter than normal. Gillham mentioned the sighting was on a flight path to RNAS Culdrose naval base.

Are UFO's flying over London?

A Facebook user claimed to have captured an image of a 'rotating' object over Islington, North London, on April 30th, 2014. The object was described as black and rotating as it moved. The witness captured nearly 5 minutes of video before losing sight of it. The OVNI Editors Comment suggests the object might have been a balloon or a helicopter, noting that while it had a light, it was unlikely to be an 'Alien' craft.

Witness Accounts from Around the World

St Leonard's-on-Sea, East Sussex, UK

On April 24th, 2014, at 10:45 AM, a witness saw a ball shape going in and out of clouds, followed by a grey satellite-shaped object, and then three UFOs entering a cloud. The report is attributed to John Hayes.

Cwmbran, Monmouthshire, Wales

On April 19th, 2014, at 9:40 PM, a bright orange object with smaller lights was observed moving fast, then slowing down, over a mountain. The object was described as too bright and unlike a plane or helicopter, estimated to be about 100 feet above. The report is attributed to John Hayes.

Ireland Experiences Cork

An individual with lifelong experiences recounts seeing spirits and alien-looking beings. They describe a dream of being in a cockpit of a circular craft and seeing a strange, low object with white and red lights flying in a mild arc. They also mention seeing an 8-foot tall spirit and receiving telepathic messages.

South Africa Triangle

In Johannesburg, on April 23rd/24th, 2014, a triangular craft with light blue lights was observed. The witness describes seeing three craft in total, with the latter two being more defined and faster. They note that after each sighting, an airplane flew over, followed by a dark helicopter with searchlights. The witness emphasizes the importance of sharing these experiences.

Unexplained Night Light (New Zealand)

Written by Derek Kendall, this account from March 18th, 2014, describes a flat oval yellow light with an orange streak observed suspended between trees in Papamoa, New Zealand. The light moved slightly before disappearing. The witness, who has studied UFOs since 1976, had never seen anything unusual before.

UFOs Descend on Deer in Mississippi Woods

This article from Good Morning America (April 4th, 2014) reports on a Mississippi couple who captured eerie images on their trail camera. The footage showed floating lights illuminating a group of deer, with one light appearing as a weird shape. The couple were mystified and could not find an explanation, though they admitted it was "just a bit of fun."

KELSTERBACH, GERMANY, 2007.

This report from May 14th, 2007, describes a sighting by two friends in Kelsterbach, Germany. They saw a boomerang-shaped flying object that appeared transparent with small lights, and later a silvery ship with a dome and tinted lights. The estimated wingspan was the size of three or four Airbus A380 airplanes. The report compares this to Kenneth Arnold's 1947 sighting, which began the 'Flying Saucer' era.

CHINESE LUNAR IMAGES

This section, from 'Coast to Coast' (April 23rd, 2014), discusses Richard C Hoagland's presentation of findings from the Chinese Change-3 unmanned lunar landing. Using photo-processing, Hoagland claims to have revealed evidence of "tall, glass crystalline skyscrapers" on the Moon, supporting the 'Enterprise Mission's' hypothesis of ancient lunar domes.

Scientists Speechless At What They Find Beneath Egypt!

This article (Before It's News Sunday, April 20th, 2014) features Brien Foerester discussing mysterious 100-ton stone boxes discovered beneath Egypt. The article posits that these were not for burial but used for ancient 'high' technology, questioning whether ancient civilizations possessed advanced knowledge that has been lost over time.

A New Meteor Shower in May?

This article discusses an upcoming meteor shower expected on May 23rd and 24th, linked to Comet 209P/LINEAR. Astronomers predict it could be a "STORM" with up to 1,000 shooting stars per hour, though some suggest it might be a strong shower rather than a storm. The debris originates from the comet's tail, ejected between 1803 and 1924. The event is expected to be most visible in the northern US and southern Canada.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI are UFO sightings from various global locations, the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena, and the exploration of historical and astronomical mysteries. The magazine appears to present witness accounts and research with an open but analytical stance, as seen in the OVNI Editors Comment on the London sighting, which cautiously evaluates the evidence. There's a clear interest in connecting current phenomena with historical accounts and potential advanced ancient technologies, as evidenced by the articles on lunar images and Egyptian discoveries. The editorial stance encourages the sharing of experiences and ongoing research into the unexplained.

This issue of OVNI, dated April 28, 2014, features a cover story on SpaceX's successful soft landing of a rocket booster and its implications for Mars missions. The magazine also delves into ancient mysteries, including megalithic structures in Egypt and an anomalous artifact known as the 'London Hammer,' alongside discussions on lunar resource potential and the possibility of alien interaction.

Ancient Megaliths and Lost Technology

The issue begins with a discussion on ancient megaliths, questioning how they could have been erected by humans of their time. The text suggests that the builders were "nephilim and raphaim" who were intelligent, strong, and giants. It highlights a tunnel system in Egypt carved from limestone bedrock, containing over 20 precision-shaped Aswan granite boxes. These are described as a "true enigma," possibly serving a more intriguing function than burial places for bulls, and are presented as examples of "Lost Ancient High Technology" predating the Dynastic Egyptians. The article is titled "Egypt Underground: The Ancient 100 Ton Stone Boxes of the Serapeum."

The London Hammer: An Out-of-Place Artifact

Page 11 presents an article titled "Out of Place in Time: Was This Hammer Made 100 Million Years Ago?" It discusses the concept of "ooparts" (out of place artifacts) that challenge conventional scientific understanding. The focus is on the "London Hammer," found in London, Texas, in 1934, encased in rock estimated to be over 100 million years old. Carl Baugh, who possesses the artifact, reported tests by Battelle Laboratory showing unusual metallurgy: 96.6% iron, 2.6% chlorine, 0.74% sulfur, and no carbon. The absence of carbon, which usually strengthens iron, and the presence of chlorine are noted as strange. The iron shows high craftsmanship, and the artifact is coated in an iron oxide that prevents rust. Fossils in the surrounding stone are said to retain fine detail, suggesting they are part of the original formation. However, the hammer was found resting on a ledge, not embedded in its original rock layer, which weakens the case for its ancient origin. The wooden handle is said to have turned to coal. The debate around the hammer is linked to the creationism versus evolutionism debate, with Baugh being a creationist.

Lunar Soil: A Treasure Trove of Energy Potential

Page 12's article, "Lunar Soil Is a Treasure Trove of Energy Potential," reports on NASA's confirmation of an object crash on the Moon on April 18, 2014, for atmospheric study. It also references claims by former NASA employee Clark McClelland about Moon mining operations observed by the Apollo 15 crew. Remote viewer Ingo Swan reportedly saw mining of a dark ore, extensive buildings, and human forms digging on the Moon's dark side, with confirmations from NASA, Chinese, Japanese, and Navy photographs. A report in the journal *Science* indicates billions of tons of water ice at the Moon's poles. The Moon is also noted to have traces of Rare Earth Elements. Astronaut Dr. Harrison "Jack" Schmitt believes Earth's energy needs could be met by the Moon and envisions mining colonies. Schmitt, a former lunar module pilot and geoscientist, emphasizes that living on the Moon independently of Earth is possible due to its resources. He chairs the NASA Advisory Council and studies the feasibility of using helium-3, a rare atomic isotope abundant on the Moon, as fuel for nuclear fusion. Using helium-3 would produce considerable power with no radioactive waste. A 1,000-megawatt fusion power plant would require about 75 kilograms of helium-3 per year, equivalent to $280 million of steam coal. Acquiring this amount would necessitate extracting and processing two square kilometers of lunar dirt to a depth of three meters. Schmitt estimates that demonstrating commercial viability would cost $5 billion, with an additional $2.5 billion for habitats and processing facilities. Semi-automated mining robots are considered necessary. The article notes that few governments have shown interest in lunar helium-3 fusion.

SpaceX and Mars Ambitions

The article on page 13, "SpaceX Successfully Soft-Lands on Earth for First Time ~ Is Mars Next?" (dated April 28, 2014), details the successful return and soft landing of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket booster. This capability is seen as a way to dramatically reduce spaceflight costs and potentially enable landing rockets on Mars. Although the booster was lost in the ocean due to a storm, SpaceX aims to replicate the achievement. Elon Musk stated that the company expects to become more precise with landings and hopes to land a stage back at Cape Canaveral by the end of the year. Recovering spent stages could reduce launch costs by up to 70 percent, potentially bringing the cost of a single launch down to $5-$7 million. This technology is also viewed as a first step towards placing humans on Mars. The challenge of landing heavy payloads on Mars is due to its thin atmosphere, which hinders parachute effectiveness. Supersonic retropropulsion, a technology NASA is exploring, could allow rockets to fire engines downward to slow and hover before landing. SpaceX's success on Earth demonstrates their capability to develop this technology for Mars. Musk aims for landing accuracy comparable to a helicopter, within a meter of the target.

Alien Interaction and Earth's Pollution

Page 5 features "TALE ENDERS," including a section about a Dr. John Mack feature film. Will Bueche, the associate producer, writes to the OVNI editor, expressing awareness of the editor's respect for Dr. Mack's work and seeking to share news about the film. A section titled "Take me to your leader. Sure, give us a minute..." quotes Prof. Gabriel de la Torre, who suggests that humanity is not ready to meet aliens due to a flimsy perception of its place in the universe, often colored by religion. He advocates for promoting "cosmic awareness" through education. Jeff Whitear writes about a "Human Mutilation" DVD, arguing that aliens are not malicious but are checking on humans' response to pollution and radiation. He explains that the removal of animal tongues and lips is related to contact with polluted food, and blood and rectum removal are for checking radiation levels and damage. The question is posed: "So who are the evil ones? The Aliens that mutilate the animals (and some humans?) or the Human race that has contaminated our planet with radiation and pollution?" The editor (ED) expresses skepticism about draining a body for blood analysis and agrees that the planet is polluted. It's mentioned that aliens have reportedly shown abductees visions of Earthly disasters and stated they are not permitted to interfere with human choices. The page also announces an upcoming PRA meeting featuring a presentation by Andrew Johnson on "Exploring Consciousness, Expanding Reality," along with UFO news and a book raffle.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI include the exploration of ancient mysteries and "lost technology," the examination of anomalous artifacts that challenge conventional scientific timelines, the potential for future space exploration and resource utilization (particularly on the Moon), and the ongoing discussion about UFOs and potential alien contact. The editorial stance appears to be open to alternative theories and unconventional explanations, as evidenced by the inclusion of topics like ancient giants, ooparts, remote viewing, and the idea that aliens are monitoring Earth's environmental condition. The editor's note on the Egyptian Serapeum article expresses regret about space limitations but encourages readers to visit such sites if safe, indicating a supportive stance towards experiencing these phenomena firsthand. The editor also expresses a critical view on the necessity of draining a body for blood analysis, suggesting a preference for more practical scientific methods even within the context of UFO research.