Pegas - 2009 01

Magazine Overview

Title: Pegas
Issue: Zima 2009 (Winter 2009)
Publisher: UFOklub Zlín
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Editorial Introduction

The Winter 2009 issue of Pegas magazine opens with an editorial by the Editor-in-Chief, Robert Wankes, who reflects on the proliferation of UFO and mystery-themed media. He expresses a desire for Pegas to be more than just another publication, aiming to offer an alternative by documenting events and providing a unique perspective. Wankes emphasizes Pegas's role as a chronological record of significant and mysterious events that might otherwise be forgotten. He also announces that the magazine will feature original articles and serials, with the first issue including a piece on the psychic Edgar Cayce. The editorial is followed by a greeting from Petr Pika, the founder and head of UFOklub Zlín, who introduces himself and the club's mission.

Pika states that Pegas will be created primarily for the readers and will focus on UFO sightings, especially those in the Czech Republic, as part of the 'Projekt Záře' initiative. He acknowledges that while the club is new, they aim to provide news on UFO observations and other topics related to the paranormal. He also mentions that the magazine will be distributed in PDF format and asks for understanding regarding any minor errors.

Table of Contents

The issue's table of contents lists several articles and sections:

• Editor-in-Chief's Editorial and Head of UFOklub Zlín (Pages 3-5)
• UFO Sighting Cases in CZ reported to UKZ (Summer - Winter 2009) (Pages 6-8)
• The Alien from Mexico (Pages 9-11)
• Mysterious Sphere over Norway (Page 12)
• UFO during a Solar Eclipse (Page 13)
• Alien Body Discovered? (Pages 13-14)
• Book Review (Pages 15-17)
• A Great Success for Czech Science (Page 17)
• Psychic Phenomena - Levitation (Pages 18-21)
• Short Interesting News (Pages 21-26)
• Serial - Edgar Cayce - Part 1 (Pages 27-30)
• Strange Cloud over Moscow (Page 31)
• Crop Circles 2009 (Page 32)

UFO Sighting Cases in CZ (Summer - Winter 2009)

This section reports on UFO sightings logged by UFOklub Zlín (UKZ) during the summer and winter of 2009. Despite being a member of the Association of UFO Researchers, UKZ has only received three reports in its first six months. The club appeals to the public to report any unusual observations for examination.

• Holešov (September 16, 2009): A witness saw an object shaped like two deep plates joined together, dark in color, emitting green light. It was estimated to be about the size of the Moon, at an altitude of one kilometer, moving at airplane speed from north to south without audible sound. The report suggests a helicopter as a possible explanation, but the case remains open.
• Prague (Date unspecified): A student reported a dark grey flying saucer on a field. However, details regarding its direction, departure, or exact date were missing, making the report vague.
• Frýšták (October 7, 2009): A witness observed an oval object glowing white and yellow, appearing about three times the size of the full moon. It hovered briefly before moving north and disappearing behind trees. The object was estimated to be at an altitude of one kilometer and lasted for about five minutes. The witness initially thought it might be a balloon or airship but was deterred by its unusual lighting. The report questions if it could have been a helicopter, but also notes its resemblance to a saucer.

UKZ encourages readers with any information on these cases to come forward and asks anyone who witnesses a UFO to contact them.

The Alien from Mexico

This article details a bizarre event from 2007 where a Mexican farmer in Metepec reportedly found a strange creature in an animal trap. According to the farmer's account, the creature was drowned. The farmer later presented the body to university scientists who conducted tests, including DNA analysis. Initial reports from the German publication Bild suggested the creature had no DNA, which, if true, would make it a unique organism on Earth. The article mentions that scientists took tissue and bone samples, noting the creature had fine skin, well-developed eyes unlike any known primate, and a skeleton resembling a lizard's. Its teeth were rootless, and it could reportedly survive underwater for extended periods. Despite some reptilian features, its large brain, particularly the posterior memory part, suggested intelligence. The article also notes the mysterious death of the farmer, Lopez, shortly after presenting the creature, adding another layer of intrigue to the case. The text references paranormal researcher Jacques Bergier and his concept of 'Gates' or 'portals' connecting different spaces or alternative universes.

Other Articles

The issue also includes brief mentions of a "Mysterious Sphere over Norway," a "UFO during a Solar Eclipse," and a report on "Alien Body Discovered?" (pages 13-14). There is a "Book Review" (pages 15-17), an article titled "A Great Success for Czech Science" (page 17), and a section on "Psychic Phenomena - Levitation" (pages 18-21). "Short Interesting News" (pages 21-26) covers various brief reports. The serial on "Edgar Cayce - Part 1" (pages 27-30) begins, and the issue concludes with "Strange Cloud over Moscow" (page 31) and "Crop Circles 2009" (page 32).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine's stance is to document and investigate UFO phenomena and other mysteries with a critical yet open mind. It aims to serve as a historical record and provide a platform for discussion and analysis, encouraging reader participation. The editorial emphasizes offering a unique perspective and going beyond conventional explanations, aligning with the idea of 'changing the lighting' as described by J. Cortázar. The publication is presented as a non-commercial, freely distributed PDF, relying on various sources, including news agencies like ČTK and Novinky.cz, when specific authors are not credited.

Title: Pegas
Issue: Zima 2009 (Winter 2009)
Publisher: UFOklub Zlín
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Pegas, a publication from UFOklub Zlín, delves into a variety of intriguing topics related to the unexplained, including UFO sightings, theories on time travel, the phenomenon of levitation, and scientific advancements in combating AIDS.

Articles and Features

Mysterious Phenomena and UFO Sightings

The issue begins by referencing Jacques Bergier's book, which posits that certain locations exhibit characteristics such as gravitational anomalies, magnetic disturbances, apparitions, and mysterious disappearances. The article speculates whether a captured creature mentioned in a related text might be an intelligent being from another dimension rather than an extraterrestrial visitor in the conventional sense, suggesting it might be more akin to an 'animal' that arrived accidentally.

A prominent report details a spectacular event on December 9, 2009, over Northern Norway. A massive, rotating, luminous sphere, from which a spiral appeared to emerge, illuminated the dark sky. This phenomenon, visible for up to 10 minutes, was photographed and filmed, with the spiral leaving a blue trail before transforming into a dark ring with a green tail. Initial unconfirmed reports suggested a Russian naval test of a missile launched from a submarine, which Russia denied. Later, it was stated that the footage actually showed the Russian Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile, which is designed to carry multiple warheads over long distances.

Another report from August 22, 2009, describes Chinese scientists at the Purple Mountain Observatory in Nanjing capturing a 40-minute recording of an unidentified object during a solar eclipse. The article notes that a group of students in Guangdong province also reported seeing and photographing a strange object in the sky.

Further discussion revolves around a peculiar mummy discovered in China. While acknowledging the lack of DNA test results, the article points to certain characteristics that fuel speculation about an extraterrestrial origin. The mummy's height of around 120 cm, the disproportionately large head compared to the body, and its unusual features are cited as potential indicators. The text also mentions that similar mummies are referenced by UFO researchers in the region, with theories suggesting they could be remnants of small, peculiar beings from the sky who arrived over 12,000 years ago, or possibly hybrids of aliens and humans.

Book Reviews

'The Secret Masters of Time' by Jacques Bergier: This review discusses Bergier's book, which explores the possibility of time travel from a scientific perspective, referencing the work of scientists like John Desmond Bernal, William Bowen Bonnor, and Kurt Gödel. The book argues that time paradoxes can be avoided. Bergier also examines the lives of extraordinary individuals who may have originated from the future, such as King Melchisedech and Emperor Fu-Si, suggesting they brought advanced knowledge to their respective eras. The review concludes that Bergier demonstrates the existence of 'secret masters of time' based on scientific evidence that appears to surpass contemporary understanding.

'Mysteries of China and Tibet' by Arnošt Vašíček: The review introduces Arnošt Vašíček as a Czech writer, screenwriter, and researcher of mysteries. The book explores enigmas in China and Tibet, including questions about dragon-like beings, hidden underground realms, mysterious objects over Mount Kailash, the White Pyramid, secret Tibetan rituals, and encoded messages in the imperial tomb at Xi'an. It highlights recent archaeological discoveries, unexplained phenomena, UFO sightings, and structures attributed to extraterrestrial civilizations.

Scientific Breakthroughs and Phenomena

AIDS Research: The magazine reports on a significant achievement by Czech scientists from three institutes of the Academy of Sciences, in collaboration with the University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague and the University of Heidelberg. They have developed a unique boron compound that effectively prevents the multiplication of the HIV virus. Unlike existing drugs, this compound blocks a viral protein, and importantly, it remains effective against mutated, resistant strains of the virus. The substance's unique binding mechanism to the viral protein and its original chemical structure, composed of boron, carbon, hydrogen, and cobalt, are noted.

Psychic Phenomena - Levitation: This section discusses the phenomenon of levitation, referencing an article in 'Cesty psychotroniky 5/2009'. It explores how the mental activity of some individuals might alter gravity or enable them to levitate. Four theoretical solutions are presented: 1) the production of an unknown physical or material force, 2) the production of antigravity as a physical force, 3) gravity not being a physical force but a formal field of mass, with its material effects being para-physical, and 4) gravity being a physical force that creates a non-material representation in a hyper-space, which then interacts with the psychic field. The article suggests that solutions 3 and 4 are more probable, as no measurement has ever proven the production of a physical force capable of disrupting gravity or producing physical antigravity. The author hypothesizes that levitation abilities might be a remnant from a time when primates slept in trees, where mothers needed to hold their children securely, possibly using bodily magnetism or reducing their weight. This theory is supported by the observation that levitation is more frequently reported in females.

A recent development is also mentioned: Professors Ulf Leonhardt and Thomas Philbin from the University of St. Andrews claim that the Casimir effect, which normally causes objects to attract each other, can be reversed to make them repel. They suggest this principle could lead to the creation of ideal micro-machines with levitating components and, in the future, enable the levitation of larger objects, including humans. Their research, using special lenses to reverse the Casimir force, has significant implications for nanotechnology, particularly in overcoming issues where tiny components tend to stick together.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the boundaries of known science, investigating unexplained phenomena, potential extraterrestrial contact, and the nature of reality. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and scientific findings without necessarily endorsing one over another, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional explanations. The inclusion of book reviews and discussions on scientific breakthroughs suggests an aim to inform and engage readers interested in mysteries and cutting-edge research.

Title: Pegas
Issue: Zima 2009 (Winter 2009)
Publisher: UFOklub Zlín
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Pegas, a magazine from UFOklub Zlín, covers a diverse range of topics, from scientific phenomena and technological advancements to global issues and paranormal subjects.

Casimir Effect and Nanosystems

The issue begins by discussing the Casimir effect, identified as a fundamental cause of friction in the 'nanoworld,' particularly affecting microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). Professor Leonhardt is quoted from a Telegraph article, suggesting that micro- and nanodevices could operate with less or no friction if this force could be controlled. The findings of this study were published in the New Journal of Physics.

Short News: Food Security and Climate Change

A section titled 'Krátké zprávy' (Short News) addresses concerns about global food security. Rising global demand, especially from developing countries like China, and the impacts of climate change are expected to alter agricultural conditions. As populations become wealthier, the demand for meat is predicted to increase, placing greater pressure on land resources due to the feed required for livestock. The article notes that while improved seeds, irrigation, and fertilizers help increase yields, water scarcity is a growing problem, exacerbated by warming temperatures and droughts.

Mars Exploration Challenges

The article "Cesta na Mars se opět komplikuje" (The Road to Mars Gets Complicated Again) details the difficulties facing Mars exploration. A report commissioned by the White House highlights two main issues: insufficient funding and cosmic radiation. While spacecraft can offer some protection against solar particles, harder radiation from deep space poses a significant threat. The long journey to Mars (two and a half years) means astronauts would be exposed for extended periods. Scientists are exploring methods like creating a plasma shield to protect crews, but this research is in its early stages.

Further discussion on Mars touches upon the mysteries surrounding unmanned probes that have gone silent and the enigmatic nature of its moons, Phobos and Deimos. Some researchers speculate these moons might be artificial objects or alien bases. Evidence suggests Mars was once warm and wet, potentially supporting life, but massive volcanic activity and sulfur emissions billions of years ago may have altered its atmosphere and surface. The unexplained loss of Mars' atmosphere is also noted, leading to speculation that 'someone or something' might be discouraging extensive human space exploration.

Nanotechnology for Cancer Treatment

"Nanotechnologie - bublinky ničí nádor" (Nanotechnology - Bubbles Destroy Tumors) describes a project by an international team of scientists developing microbubbles to deliver medication precisely to tumors. These bubbles, ranging from 100 nanometers to four micrometers, are injected into the bloodstream and tracked. Near a tumor, they can be ruptured by ultrasound or heat, releasing the drug directly where needed. This technology could enable the use of potent drugs with fewer side effects on healthy organs and is expected to be integrated into oncology practice within the next decade.

Hacker and UFOs

An article titled "Hacker naboural Pentagon. Prý to dělal kvůli informacím o UFO" (Hacker Broke into the Pentagon. Allegedly for UFO Information) reports on British hacker Gary McKinnon. He is accused of hacking into NASA and Pentagon computer systems, allegedly seeking information about UFOs. McKinnon admitted to the actions but claimed he was driven by curiosity and not malicious intent.

Hubble Telescope and Distant Galaxies

"Hubbleův teleskop našel dosud nejvzdálenější galaxie" (Hubble Telescope Found the Most Distant Galaxies Yet) reports on the Hubble Space Telescope's discovery of galaxies located 13.1 billion light-years away. This was made possible by a new, more sensitive infrared camera. These galaxies are observed as they were about 600 million years after the Big Bang, offering a glimpse into the early universe.

Mythical White Deer Sighting

"V Anglii vyfotografovali mytického divokého bílého jelena" (Mythical White Deer Photographed in England) recounts a sighting by amateur photographer Ken Grindle in Gloucestershire. White deer are associated with legends and mythology. Grindle managed to photograph a rare white deer, an animal he had been trying to capture for six years.

Edgar Cayce - Part 1

The serial "Rubrika - Seriál" (Column - Series) begins with "Edgar Cayce - díl 1." (Edgar Cayce - Part 1). The article introduces Edgar Cayce (1877-1945), known as the 'Sleeping Prophet.' He was able to enter a trance state and provide detailed answers to questions, with his readings being meticulously recorded. Cayce's abilities included learning by placing textbooks under his pillow and remembering the content upon waking. He claimed these abilities came from an angelic visitation. His readings covered a wide range of topics, including health, reincarnation, and spiritual growth.

Cayce's trance states allowed him to access information from various sources, described as 'spiritual beings, the human brain, or the Akasha chronicles.' Despite initial reluctance, he used his gift to help others, providing 'readings' for over 8000 people, resulting in more than 14,000 stenographically recorded sessions over 43 years. The Edgar Cayce Foundation was established to preserve and utilize these readings, with the ARE society in Virginia Beach cataloging them since 1932. Cayce offered various types of readings, including health, life, relationships, dreams, and general spiritual and practical guidance.

His main themes included the origin and destiny of humanity, with a belief in the unity of souls with God and Earth serving as a place for spiritual growth. He also discussed reincarnation as a means for spiritual development, where souls choose their next existence to fulfill their path. Cayce's philosophy on the body, mind, and spirit posited that spirit is life, mind is the builder, and the physical is the result.

Further details on Cayce's abilities include his capacity to speak in foreign languages during trance states, despite limited fluency in his native English while awake. His personal life was characterized by faith, humility, and a gradual acceptance of the concept of reincarnation, which he initially struggled to reconcile with his beliefs. The article lists several key areas of his teachings: d) Meditation, e) ESP abilities, f) Healing (emphasizing self-healing, osteopathy, massage, and proper glandular function), and g) Diet (recommending fruits, vegetables, and raw foods while advising against dark meats, alcohol, white bread, and fried foods, though he considered coffee and tobacco less harmful than commonly believed).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of science, technology, and the unexplained. There's a clear interest in phenomena that challenge conventional understanding, such as the Casimir effect, extraterrestrial possibilities (Mars, UFOs), and psychic abilities (Edgar Cayce). The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting scientific findings alongside more speculative or paranormal topics without necessarily endorsing one over the other, but rather inviting the reader to consider various possibilities. The inclusion of topics like food security and medical advancements suggests a broader interest in human well-being and future challenges.

Title: Pegas
Issue: Zima 2009 (Winter 2009)
Publisher: UFOklub Zlín
Date: Winter 2009 (estimated December 2009)
Content Focus: UFOs, unexplained phenomena, and related topics.

Aerial Phenomena Reports

Mysterious Light Ring Over Moscow (October 6, 2009)

The issue reports on a startling event on October 6, 2009, when a mysterious object appeared over Moscow. Described as a giant, luminous ring, it was visually striking and unlike any known natural phenomenon, evoking comparisons to science fiction films like 'Independence Day'. Witnesses were reportedly frightened by the sight. A spokesperson from the Moscow meteorological service, speaking to the British newspaper Daily Mail, suggested that the visually unique phenomenon was merely a trick of climatic influences.

Ring Phenomenon Over Romania (October 27, 2009)

On October 27, 2009, residents in the Dambovita region of Romania, specifically in the village of Dragomiresti, witnessed a phenomenon similar to the one observed over Russia a few weeks prior. According to an online report from the Daily Telegraph, this event occurs when atmospheric moisture cools below 0°C but does not entirely turn into ice. While most of the cooled water remains condensed in clouds, some forms ice rings that fall, creating formations resembling giant donuts within the clouds.

Fotogalerie - Kruhy v obilí 2009 (Photo Gallery - Crop Circles 2009)

This section delves into the phenomenon of crop circles, acknowledging that while some are created by hoaxers, the majority are not easily explained. The origin of crop circles remains a mystery, with various hypotheses documented online, ranging from the absurd (like stomping hedgehogs) to more scientific theories such as microwave radiation, solar wind, or unstable ground conditions. Highly speculative theories include aerial phenomena like glowing orbs or messages from extraterrestrials, or even the planet itself (Gaia theory).

The author shares a discovery of a YouTube video where crop circle patterns were digitized, animated, and set to music, creating a unique audio-visual experience. The author notes that seeing these geometric patterns in motion adds a new dimension to the phenomenon, something they had not previously considered.

A link is provided for the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvcodmjNc4c

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to focus on unexplained aerial phenomena and related mysteries, presenting reports of sightings and exploring various theories. The editorial stance seems open to exploring both conventional and unconventional explanations for these events, as evidenced by the inclusion of both meteorological explanations and more speculative theories regarding crop circles. The inclusion of a photo gallery and a link to an online video suggests an engagement with multimedia and contemporary discussions on these topics.