Rencontres Ufologiques - 2014 01 22 - No 026

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Les Informations du jour des Rencontres Ufologiques," dated January 22, 2014, is a French-language publication from La Fédération Francophone d'Ufologie. It covers various UFO-related events, discussions, and reports from different locations.

Valencia UFOlogical Cafe

The issue announces the 8th UFOlogical Cafe in Valencia, Spain, held on February 6, 2014. The event, a tradition of meeting on the first Thursday of each month, aimed to analyze the sociological impact of direct contact with an advanced civilization. The organizers expressed a desire to inform the public about this possibility and presented new initiatives developed with support from members of other UFOlogical cafes, forming a working group for investigating strange sightings in the Valencian community.

UFO Sighting in Olivet

A report details an incident on Friday evening in Olivet, France, where an automobilist claimed to witness a strange light in the sky, describing it as an unexplained phenomenon, like a luminous net descending and then reappearing. The witness initially thought it might be fireworks but dismissed the idea due to the object's high altitude and movement. The report encourages other witnesses in the area to come forward.

Buenos Aires UFOlogical Cafe (RIO54)

The issue features a detailed account of the RIO54 UFOlogical Cafe meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina, held in January 2014. This cafe, active since 2010, continues its tradition of open discussion, with participants paying only for their consumption. The RIO54 initiative has inspired similar meetings in other Argentinian cities and has extended to Valparaíso (Chile) and Valencia (Spain). The January meeting included over 20 participants sharing stories. New attendees Daniel Alessandro and Roberto Prieto were welcomed. Daniel Alessandro, who had previously been unable to attend due to work, shared experiences from filming in Capilla del Monte. Roberto Prieto was noted as a passionate student of ufology with philosophical and spiritual insights. The meeting also included a recollection by Mario Coen of a 1974 UFO congress where a witness, Ramón Pereyra, described an encounter with an ovoid object and its occupants near Berazategui. The discussion also touched upon ancient mysteries, including Templars, Annunakis, fallen angels, and giants, with connections drawn between cultures like Tiahuanaco and Aguada-Condorhuasi. Javier Stagnaro mentioned archaic stone labyrinths in Uspallata, Mendoza. Rubén Morales highlighted the restoration work at the Shinkal de Quimivil ruins in Catamarca. Xuan González spoke about abductions and the potential for abductees to develop paranormal powers. Javier Stagnaro recounted a personal investigation of a case involving Carlos Colón, who witnessed tall, black-suited figures inside a screen-like projection near Trenque Lauquen, followed by the object's rapid ascent. Rubén Morales shared a case from La Dulce involving a dark ovoid object with illuminated windows and two floating lights that approached a shed. Luis Alberto Baynham concluded with a personal anecdote about a phantom ambulance sighting near Azul.

The next RIO54 meeting was scheduled for February 6th at Café de la Subasta in Buenos Aires.

Québec UFOlogical Soupers (AQU)

The Association Québécoise d'Ufologie (AQU) announced its return for 2014, marking its sixteenth year. The monthly UFOlogical Supper was scheduled for January 25, 2014, at the Al-Raouché restaurant in Montréal. The agenda included a review of AQU cases from December 2013 and January 2014, as well as notable global UFO sightings from 2013. A woman was expected to share personal experiences with the UFO phenomenon since childhood. The second part of the evening featured an audiovisual presentation on the Pescagoula case (Hickson-Parker), involving an alleged abduction by extraterrestrials.

An exclusive preview of an interview with Dr. David Jacob, director of ICAR (International Center for Abduction Research), was also announced. Hypnotherapist Pierre Caron, vice-president of AQU, would be present to answer questions about abductions.

OVNI Paris Events

Gildas Bourdais on Leslie Kean's Book: On February 4, 2014, Gildas Bourdais presented Leslie Kean's book "UFOs. Generals, Pilots, and Government Officials Go on the Record." Bourdais, the French translator of the book, discussed its content, his experience, and Leslie Kean's work. The event took place at the Casino cafeteria in La Défense, Paris.

OVNI Paris Meeting - 'La Quatrième Nuit': On January 7, 2014, OVNI Paris held its first meeting of the year, featuring the premiere screening of the short film "La Quatrième Nuit" by brothers Vincent and Stéphane Leroux. The film, shot in July 2012, lasted 17 minutes and focused on UFO phenomena. Vincent Leroux shared his personal experiences of close encounters, including one with his brother Stéphane and another with his partner, where he was directly targeted. His experiences began in childhood and included missing time during a snowstorm and paranormal phenomena.

The film was praised by the audience for its immersive and professional presentation of the UFO phenomenon. The event also included a Q&A session with the filmmakers and other guests.

Exopolitics Debates: The issue outlines upcoming Exopolitics Debates at 'Chez Lo Gal' in Sainte Valière, France, held on the second Saturday of each month. These meetings explore the relationship between human civilizations and potential extraterrestrial intelligences. The schedule for 2014 was provided.

Amiens UFO Report

A detailed investigation report from Amiens, France, describes an observation on January 1, 2014, at 00:13 AM. Six individuals witnessed multiple yellow-orange ovoid objects moving rapidly and silently. One object, larger than the others, ascended at high speed before rejoining the group. While some witnesses initially thought they were flying lanterns, the primary witness, Mr. Thomas, was convinced it was something else and initiated an investigation. The report considers and dismisses explanations like helicopters, drones, and the ISS, concluding that the nature of these objects remains a mystery and calls for witnesses.

Paris Meeting with Jean-Claude Sidoun

A report from the OVNI Paris meeting on December 3, 2013, covers Jean-Claude Sidoun's presentation titled "Roswell: Fabrication d'un Mythe." Sidoun presented findings from over 10 years of research, offering a different perspective on the Roswell incident. The presentation was followed by a Q&A session where Sidoun precisely answered questions, sparking debate due to his contrarian views.

OVNI Paris Communication

OVNI Paris is urgently seeking a person skilled in video editing and DVD transfer for uploading content to YouTube and Dailymotion, as well as for their website. Interested individuals are asked to contact Guy Loterre.

Book Review: 'Le Savoir Perdu' by Alain Hubrecht

The issue briefly mentions Alain Hubrecht's upcoming novel, "Le Savoir Perdu," which explores theories connecting clairvoyance and universal consciousness to UFO phenomena. The book aims to provide a physical formula for the origin of everything. It also references Ingo Swann's "Pénétration" for insights into UFO phenomena.

General Information and Website

The "Les Rencontres Ufologiques" website is presented as a platform for sharing ideas, information, and research on UFOs. Readers are encouraged to contribute their findings, news, and articles. Information on subscribing to their newsletter is also provided.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the organization and discussion of UFOlogical cafes as platforms for sharing information and research, detailed reports of specific UFO sightings with witness testimonies, and the analysis of UFO phenomena through books and presentations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and community building, encouraging participation and the sharing of diverse perspectives on the UFO subject. There is a clear emphasis on investigation, witness accounts, and the exploration of both historical and contemporary cases.