SUFOI Nyhedsbrev - 1999 09-10 No 5

Magazine Overview

Title: SUFOI Nyhedsbrev
Issue: Nr. 5 - 1999
Date: September/oktober 1999
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information (SUFOI)
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish
ISSN: 1396-545X

This issue of SUFOI Nyhedsbrev, published by Skandinavisk UFO Information, covers a range of topics related to UFOs and unexplained phenomena. The cover features a dramatic image of a space shuttle launch. The issue includes articles on an alleged alien interview, reports of fireballs over Denmark, and a discussion of potential risks from space probes.

Articles

Super-duper Top Secret

This article critiques a Danish TV program, "U.land Undersøger," which aired on DR2 on August 18, 1999. The program featured footage of an alien being interrogated at the top-secret Area 51 base in Nevada. The article questions the quality of the program and the credibility of the guest, Robby Curdorff, who is described as an 'expert in unexplained phenomena.' Curdorff claimed the video was smuggled from 'S-4 south of Area 51' and was '34 stages above Top Secret.' He also suggested that aliens have 'kilometers of registered interrogations of such beings' and that their eyes are 'very light-sensitive' because they live in 'large underground cities' on their home planets. The article notes that SUFOI member Ole Henningsen had previously met Curdorff and was unimpressed with his knowledge, as detailed in a previous UFO-Nyt article.

The article also discusses the "Alien Interview" video, produced by Rocket Pictures, which claims to be a 65-minute program featuring an interview with the source of the Area 51 footage. The video was purportedly smuggled out by a man named Victor and presents a controversial view of government activities at Area 51. The footage itself was first shown on the TV show "Strange Universe" on April 14, 1997. The "Alien Interview" video includes interviews with various individuals, including Robert O. Dean, Jesse Long, Steve Neill, Alice Leavy, and Whitley Strieber, most of whom express positive views on the footage, though some later expressed doubts about its authenticity.

Filmet afhøring af rumvæsen (Filmed interrogation of an alien)

This section, likely a newspaper clipping from Vejle Amts Folkeblad dated June 15, 1999, discusses the same "Alien Interview" footage. It mentions that the film, allegedly smuggled from a secret military base S-4 in Nevada, USA, was to be shown locally by lecturer Robby Curdorff. Curdorff is presented as believing that NASA knows more about alien visitors than it reveals. The article notes that Robby Curdorff is a humorous lecturer with 'fantastic theories about UFOs and their visits to Earth.' It also mentions claims by former astronaut Brian O'Leary and another astronaut who allegedly sent letters to the UN about their encounters with UFOs. The article also notes that S-4 allegedly stores nine UFOs, several of which can fly.

Ildkugler over Danmark (Fireballs over Denmark)

This article by Asle Nielsen details reports of fireballs observed in Denmark on July 11, 1999. The alarm central received 12-15 calls describing a phenomenon that initially sounded like a falling satellite but was later identified as a stone. The local newspaper and Århus Stiftstidende also inquired about the event. Following a conversation with Ole J. Knudsen from Steno Museet, the consensus was that it was a stone, not a satellite. The article also recounts a separate incident from August 15, 1999, where a woman in Århus reported seeing a fireball that she believed fell in a nearby field. She contacted the alarm central, and an investigation of the area with the witness yielded no results. The author contacted Steno Museet for an explanation.

Randers Amtsavis and Århus Stiftstidende articles on Fireballs

Two newspaper articles, one from Randers Amtsavis (July 12, 1999) and one from Århus Stiftstidende (July 12, 1999), report on Danish sightings of fireballs. The articles describe multiple witnesses observing bright, fiery objects in the night sky. Jan Bredgaard from Århus Studenterroklub described seeing two fireballs that followed each other and disintegrated. Anders Krabbe and Maria Langballe also witnessed a bright object described as being the size of 'half a moon.' Asle Nielsen of the SUFOI alarm central reported receiving 12-13 calls that night from various locations in Denmark. Ole J. Knudsen, leader of the planetarium at Steno Museet, suggested the phenomenon was likely a very powerful meteor or a burning satellite. The articles note that while some witnesses described particles around the object, which is not typical for meteorites, the speed and duration of the sightings led some to believe it was a satellite burning up in the atmosphere.

Rystet af et himmelsyn (Shaken by a celestial vision)

This article from Århus Stiftstidende (July 12, 1999) focuses on the experience of 18-year-old Anders Krabbe, who witnessed a fireball. Krabbe, a new stargazer, described the event as 'fantastic' and 'the wildest I have ever experienced.' He and his girlfriend saw a very bright object, described as orange, yellow, and red, with a tail, moving across the sky. Krabbe reported the sighting to SUFOI's alarm central, as the Steno Museet planetarium was unavailable. The article explains that SUFOI aims to find explanations for sightings, not necessarily to confirm alien presence. Asle Nielsen of SUFOI stated that they received 12-13 similar reports that night. While some interpreted the sightings as burning satellites, Nielsen noted that the presence of particles around the object and its long trajectory were not consistent with typical meteorites. Ole J. Knudsen of Steno Museet, while acknowledging the witness accounts, leaned towards the explanation of a powerful meteor or fireball, noting that a burning satellite's trajectory is usually shorter.

Læserbrev (Letter to the Editor)

Flemming Jensen writes a letter to the editor expressing concern about SUFOI's perceived tendency to explain away UFO observations as known phenomena, hallucinations, or hoaxes. He argues that this approach may alienate witnesses who have had genuine, unexplained experiences. Jensen criticizes the focus on Michael Rothstein's theories, which he feels dismiss UFO phenomena by linking them to folklore and psychology without the theorists having had personal observations. He urges SUFOI to remain more open to reporting unexplained events and not feel compelled to explain everything. Jensen also expresses concern that SUFOI's high rate of explained cases might lead to the closure of the organization. He suggests revisiting phenomena from Hessdalen or the 1980s UFO wave in Dalarna. Jensen concludes by expressing hope for many more years of SUFOI Nyhedsbrev.

Satellit med dødelig last (Satellite with deadly cargo)

This article from Ekstra Bladet (July 16, 1999) raises concerns about the NASA satellite 'Cassini,' launched in 1997 to study Saturn. The satellite carries 32 kg of plutonium for its power source. The article expresses fear that as Cassini passes close to Earth (64,000 km/h) on August 18, 1999, the radioactive material could enter Earth's atmosphere. It cites Earl Budin, a professor of radioactivity at the University of California, who believes the plutonium containment vessel is not designed to withstand the heat of atmospheric re-entry. Budin estimates that up to 9 kg of plutonium could be released, creating a radioactive cloud. The article contrasts this with NASA's assessment, which states the probability of atmospheric re-entry is one in a million, and that Cassini is designed to withstand the heat. The article concludes that the outcome depends on belief, as the proof lies in space.

Dødens Konge Sadlet (Death's King Saddled)

This section presents a prophecy attributed to the 16th-century French astrologer Nostradamus. It foretells that in the year 1999, in the seventh month, a 'king of terror' will descend from the sky, awakening the 'great Mongolian king.' It also mentions Mars ruling before and after. The article suggests this prophecy could refer to the Antichrist. It notes that Nostradamus is credited with predicting events like World War II and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The text implies that the 'king of terror' might be Genghis Khan.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the investigation of alleged UFO sightings and encounters, the critical examination of media presentations of UFO phenomena, and concerns about potential risks from space exploration. The magazine, through its articles and letters, demonstrates a cautious approach, seeking explanations for sightings while acknowledging the possibility of genuine unexplained events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging debate and critical thinking among its readers, as evidenced by the inclusion of a letter to the editor that challenges the organization's explanatory methods.

Title: SUFOI Nyhedsbrev
Issue: Nr. 5 - 1999
Date: 1999
Publisher: SUFOI

This issue of SUFOI Nyhedsbrev from 1999 is a comprehensive exploration of UFO phenomena, prophecies, and end-of-millennium anxieties, primarily from a Danish perspective but also incorporating international viewpoints. The magazine features articles on UFO sightings, crop circles, the predictions of Nostradamus, and the widespread fear surrounding the year 2000 (Y2K).

Cover Story: Korncirklen har talt

The cover prominently features the headline "KORNCIRKLEN HAR TALT" (The Crop Circle Has Spoken), hinting at a significant article about crop circles. The cover also includes a dramatic image of a volcanic eruption on an island and mentions prophecies by Nostradamus, setting a tone of impending events and mysteries.

Prophecies and the End of the Millennium

Several articles address the anxieties surrounding the turn of the millennium. One article details how "God's Own Land" (USA) is filled with biblically-minded Americans who foresee the end of the world and Jesus's return around the year 2000. These predictions are often based on interpretations of the Bible, particularly the Old Testament prophets and the Book of Revelation. The article highlights the commercialization of these fears, with sales of survival gear, books, and videos. Pastor Terry Stone is mentioned as a key figure in this movement, advocating for preparedness and faith.

Another piece discusses the historical context of millennium fears, noting that similar anxieties existed in Western Europe prior to the year 1000 and again in the 1990s. The article contrasts the American preparedness culture with a more passive Danish attitude, where people tend to rely on societal structures to handle potential problems.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

The magazine presents multiple accounts of UFO sightings and encounters.

• Grindsted UFO Meeting: An event in Grindsted featured UFO enthusiast Robby Curdorf, who discussed CIA cover-ups and presented evidence of aliens. He shared an interview with an alien from the planet Proprion, described as resembling Scandinavians. The alien reportedly became ill after the interview.
• Sønderjylland Panic: Reports of strange lights and phenomena in Sønderjylland led to a UFO meeting. Experts from the international UFO organization IGAP suggested these were 'telemeter discs' sent from larger UFOs for observation.
• Hillerød Fireball: Multiple witnesses across Zealand reported seeing a bright, comet-like object, identified by the Tycho Brahe Planetarium as a fireball. The planetarium head, Bjørn Franck Jørgensen, explains that these are likely meteors, which can be very bright and leave trails.
• Major H.C. Petersen's Testimony: Retired Major H.C. Petersen, a former head of flight control, shares his extensive experience with UFOs since the 1940s. He believes aliens have been observing Earth for millennia and that powerful entities are concealing this knowledge. He recounts seeing UFOs, including what he believes were alien 'mother ships' and 'telemeterskives' (small, flying cameras). Petersen is a proponent of George Adamski's work and travels to share his views.
• Arizona Landing: An article mentions a reported UFO landing in Arizona in 1947, with claims that the US government covered up information about it and the 'grey aliens' (robots made of plant fibers) found there.

Crop Circles in Skibby

An article details the discovery of crop circles in Skibby, Denmark. While some, like a local farmer, believe they are man-made, the phenomenon is also linked to the broader UFO and extraterrestrial theme, with speculation that they could be messages or signs from alien visitors.

Nina Hagen and Sci-Fi TV

Singer Nina Hagen is mentioned as hosting a TV show on the Sci-Fi Channel, linking her to the broader theme of science fiction and the unknown.

Natural Phenomena

Beyond UFOs, the magazine touches upon natural celestial events. The upcoming solar eclipse on August 11, 1999, is noted as being accompanied by a strong meteor shower (Perseids). The sighting of a fireball over Hillerød is also discussed as a natural phenomenon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the human fascination with the unknown, particularly extraterrestrial life and unexplained phenomena, and the anxieties surrounding the turn of the millennium. There's a clear editorial stance that UFOs and related phenomena are subjects worthy of serious investigation, with personal testimonies and expert opinions given significant weight. The magazine seems to lean towards the belief that there is more to these events than conventional explanations allow, particularly in the case of UFOs and the potential for alien contact. The Y2K anxieties are presented as a significant cultural phenomenon, driven by religious beliefs and a desire for control in uncertain times. The overall tone is informative, presenting various perspectives and accounts related to these topics.