Svsvaren - 1985 No 2

Magazine Overview

SVAVAREN, the official organ of UFO-CENTER, KARLSKOGA, issue number 2/85, published in 1985, is a Swedish-language magazine dedicated to UFO phenomena. The cover features a striking illustration and lists several key articles, including an interview with Dr. J. Allen Hynek, reports from the Rikstämman '85, and discussions on radar anomalies, Mars, and Neptune.

Editorial and Spring Season Summary

The "Ledare" (Editorial) section reflects on the past spring season of UFO-Center Karlskoga. The editorial notes the ongoing challenge of finding a suitable meeting location. It highlights the significant UFO wave experienced in Dalarna, Sweden, which, despite its intensity, was more notable for the positive shift in local press attitudes towards the subject. The article recaps the center's spring activities, including reports on visits to Hessdalen, Norway, by Janne Ahl and Owe Lewitzki, who presented measurement equipment, results, and interviews. The UFO wave in Dalarna and reports from key witnesses were also discussed. Guest speakers included Lars-Erik Bornlöf, who discussed ten dimensions, and Carl-Anton Mattsson, who presented on ancient buildings and monuments from his travels to 33 countries. The editorial also mentions the interview with Ufology's 'Grand Old Man,' Professor J. Allen Hynek, and contributions from Jörgen Stenkqvist. The section concludes with a hopeful outlook for a new, larger meeting space and wishes readers a pleasant summer.

Report from Rikstämman '85

This section provides a detailed account of the Rikstämman '85, hosted by the Gävleborgs UFO-förening. The event was described as well-organized and enjoyable. The internal meeting addressed motions, including a proposal from Stockholm's UFO-förening for a review of past motions and a call for more proactive UFO-related activities. Enköping proposed forming a working group to create exhibition materials. The status of UFO-Sverige's new film project was also discussed, with plans for a two-projector slideshow and video conversion. Stadgeförändringar (statutory changes) were proposed, and Laxå UFO-förening was elected to the nomination committee for the following year. Discussions on membership fees for local groups remained unchanged. Håkan from Sala presented the 1985 budget. A recommendation was made to hold future Rikstämman meetings later in the year.

The external part of the meeting featured guest speakers from Norway. Leif Haavik presented on Hessdalen, Norway, calling it the 'world's only UFO-Laboratory,' and noted that authorities and universities were showing interest and allocating funds for research. Haavik also mentioned that UFO sightings in Hessdalen, though less frequent in winter, still occurred sporadically. The section also debunks a famous Norwegian UFO photo as a hoax. Odd Gunnar Rööd shared anecdotes about Hynek's visit to Norway. The URD-group, represented by Bertil Kuleman and Sten Lindgren, presented results from UFO report analyses, noting that most observations lasted longer than one minute. The Rikstämman concluded with a Q&A session and a panel discussion featuring Jüri Lina, Odd Gunnar Rööd, Ch. Nordin, B. Kuleman, and Roland Östlund. The report concludes with thanks to the host organization.

Interview with J. Allen Hynek

This extensive interview with J. Allen Hynek explores his transformation from a skeptic to a leading figure in UFO research. Hynek recounts his early career in astrophysics and his involvement with Project Blue Book, where he initially sought to explain away UFO reports. However, he gradually realized that certain observations, particularly from qualified witnesses like pilots, defied conventional explanations. He describes his growing unease with the scientific community's dismissal of such data, stating, "I was not scientifically honest." This realization led him to establish the Center for UFO Studies in Evanston, Illinois, in 1972, where he focused on defining UFOs and profiling witnesses.

The interview delves into the criticisms Hynek faced from UFO skeptics like Philip J. Klass, who accused him of profiting from the phenomenon and misleading the public. Hynek defends his work, likening his role to that of Johannes Kepler, who used Tycho Brahe's data to formulate scientific laws. He explains that his initial involvement with the U.S. Air Force's Project Sign in 1948, where he was a "hundred-percent skeptic," was driven by a desire to understand the data being collected. He recounts how the Air Force, facing public pressure, initiated Project Blue Book in 1952 to investigate UFO reports.

Hynek discusses the Condon Committee, formed to investigate UFOs, and expresses his belief that its conclusions were predetermined. He criticizes the committee's methodology, particularly its selective use of data and its dismissal of unexplained cases. He recounts the "swamp gas" incident, which he initially suggested as a possible explanation for a sighting, but which was then used to dismiss other, more compelling cases. Hynek emphasizes that his later work focused on the phenomenon of UFO reports themselves, defining it as the continuous influx of such reports worldwide, rather than focusing on whether 'little green men' exist.

The interview also touches upon specific cases, including the Levelland, Texas, sightings in 1957, where UFOs reportedly caused vehicles to stop, and the Socorro, New Mexico, sighting in 1964, investigated by policeman Lonnie Zamora. Hynek recounts his personal investigation of the Socorro case, finding physical evidence like landing marks that he could not explain conventionally. He also discusses the Dexter, Michigan, incident involving a farmer named Frank Manor. Hynek's research led him to believe that UFOs were not necessarily extraterrestrial craft but a phenomenon that required serious scientific study.

He further details his investigation into a case in Boanaï, Papua New Guinea, in 1973, involving a craft observed by local inhabitants and a priest. Hynek concludes that while the phenomenon of UFO reports is real, the nature of the objects themselves remains a mystery. He categorizes UFO phenomena into six types: night lights, daylight discs, radar contacts, and close encounters.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes UFO research and investigation, providing a platform for reports, interviews, and discussions on the subject. There is a clear interest in both historical and contemporary UFO cases, with a particular focus on scientific analysis and witness testimony. The publication appears to lean towards a more open-minded approach to UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the extensive interview with J. Allen Hynek, who, despite his initial skepticism, became a leading advocate for serious UFO study. The magazine also highlights the challenges faced by UFO researchers, including skepticism from the scientific community and potential government cover-ups, as suggested by the critique of the Condon Report. The overall stance is one of encouraging continued investigation and open discussion within the UFO community.

This issue of OMNI, dated February 1985, features a prominent interview with Professor J. Allen Hynek, a renowned astrophysicist and UFO researcher. The cover story focuses on the 'Face on Mars' anomaly and the possibility of a city-like structure on the planet. The magazine also touches upon environmental issues at the Kennedy Space Center and proposals for a manned mission to Mars.

Interview with J. Allen Hynek

The core of the magazine is an extensive interview with J. Allen Hynek, who discusses his evolving views on the UFO phenomenon. He explains his classification system for UFO encounters: first degree (simple sightings), second degree (physical effects on witnesses or the environment, such as burn marks or stalled vehicles), and third degree (sightings of human-like beings).

Hynek recounts how Steven Spielberg adopted his 'third degree' classification for his film 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind.' He expresses that his work has helped him formulate the question of whether UFOs represent a new type of empirical evidence, similar to how microscopy revealed bacteria. He believes the current scientific level cannot explain many UFO phenomena, citing examples like cars suddenly stopping when exposed to intense magnetic fields, which the Condon Committee failed to replicate.

He also discusses UFOs hovering silently and then accelerating at high speeds, a capability beyond current technology. Hynek leans towards a psychological interpretation for some aspects of the phenomenon, suggesting that UFOs might teach us more about ourselves than about the universe. However, he doesn't dismiss the possibility of extraterrestrial visitors but finds the ET hypothesis difficult to accept due to the vast interstellar distances involved. He uses the analogy of a deck of cards to illustrate the immense distances to the nearest stars, making interstellar travel seem nearly impossible with current or foreseeable technology.

Hynek also questions the behavior of alleged extraterrestrials, noting they don't behave like human visitors would, not seeking diplomatic contact or engaging in trade. He finds it unlikely they would be comfortable with Earth's gravity and atmosphere without special equipment.

He addresses the 'kidnapping' aspect of UFO encounters, referencing the classic Betty and Barney Hill case. Hynek interviewed the Hills under hypnosis and found their accounts consistent, describing medical examinations and sample collection. He expresses skepticism about the literal interpretation of some UFO accounts, particularly those involving third-degree encounters, but acknowledges that the phenomenon challenges our understanding of reality.

Hynek discusses Professor Michael Persinger's theory that UFO sightings might be caused by electromagnetic fields from the Earth's crust, but he requires proof that such fields can induce visions without electrodes. He dismisses Alvin Lawson's theory that abduction experiences are merely repressed birth traumas, calling it 'nonsense.'

Regarding Jungian archetypes, Hynek questions why UFO sightings became prevalent in the modern era, suggesting that modern technology might influence these archetypes. He acknowledges that while the ET hypothesis is difficult to prove, the physical evidence from second-degree encounters cannot be ignored.

Hynek prefers to focus on cases with physical evidence. He speculates that advanced civilizations might project thought forms that manifest as physical objects. He highlights the Cash/Landrum case, where witnesses reported a triangular craft and escorting helicopters, leading to physical symptoms, possibly from microwave radiation or military devices.

He discusses the limitations of current technology in replicating UFO capabilities, such as silent hovering and rapid acceleration. Hynek also addresses the role of organizations like CAUS (Citizens against UFO Secrecy), which claim authorities are hiding UFO information. He acknowledges that some UFO reports might be explained by advanced terrestrial technology, but not all.

Hynek expresses his commitment to rigorous scientific research, establishing a new UFO research institution in Phoenix funded by private means. This center will focus on both passive research (data analysis of UFO catalogs) and active research (involving psychologists, physicists, and polygraph experts). He aims to present UFO research as a legitimate scientific field, worthy of attention from the scientific community.

He contrasts his approach with SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence), arguing that while SETI searches for distant signals, UFO phenomena might offer evidence of extraterrestrial intelligence closer to home. He believes that focusing solely on SETI while neglecting UFO research is a misallocation of resources.

Hynek shares his personal belief that the universe is not a product of chance, comparing human understanding to a fishing net that can only catch certain types of fish. He finds the study of UFOs to be a stimulating intellectual exercise.

The Face on Mars and a City

This section delves into the 'Face on Mars' anomaly. It describes how data researchers discovered images of a face-like formation and a pyramid-like structure on the Martian surface in 1979, years after the Viking probes' initial mission in 1976. Richard Hoagland analyzed these images, noting the symmetry of the face and suggesting it was not a natural formation. He also identified grid-like markings west of the face, interpreting them as evidence of a lost Martian civilization and city structures. Hoagland calculated that the face might have been aligned with the sun's position during the summer solstice millions of years ago. He also observed a pyramid structure and claimed to find traces of a city in its shadow, describing a nearly square area with 1.5-mile sides. While acknowledging that these lines could be artifacts of the photo process, Hoagland remains convinced of their artificial origin, noting that such features are not found in photos taken from Earth.

Mars Exploration Proposals

A powerful lobbying group, including Nobel laureate Carl Sagan, is pushing NASA to pursue a manned mission to Mars. The group, known as MARS UNDERGROUND, aims to rekindle the spirit of discovery seen during the Apollo missions. They propose a collaborative effort between the USA and the Soviet Union, leveraging the Soviets' experience in long-duration space missions. The estimated cost for a manned Mars mission is around 600 billion dollars, with some suggesting it could be done for as little as 160 billion dollars. The plan involves assembling the spacecraft in orbit due to its immense size (900 tons). While NASA has plans for a small unmanned probe in 1990, the Soviets are planning a probe to Phobos in 1986.

NASA's Zoo

This article highlights the unique environmental efforts at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. NASA purchased Merritt Island in 1960 to prevent its development and has since integrated the area into its 'spaceport' plans, aiming to protect its wildlife. The article mentions that the island is a sanctuary for various species, including alligators and sea turtles. It notes that by 2000, the beach on Merritt Island might be the only remaining habitat for the green sea turtle in Florida. The article also touches upon the challenges of coexisting with wildlife, such as woodpeckers drilling into shuttle tanks and raccoons posing a danger. It also mentions the efforts to educate personnel about avoiding jellyfish.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of science, the unexplained, and the human psyche. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded scientific inquiry, encouraging the investigation of phenomena like UFOs and anomalies on other planets, even when they challenge conventional understanding. There's a clear emphasis on seeking evidence and avoiding sensationalism, as seen in Hynek's cautious approach to the 'Face on Mars' and his critique of unsubstantiated claims. The magazine also highlights the importance of environmental conservation, as demonstrated by the article on NASA's efforts at Kennedy Space Center.

Title: SVÄVAREN
Issue Date: April 1985
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Articles and Content

The 'Face on Mars' and Expert Critiques

The issue begins by discussing Richard Hoagland's theory that a formation on Mars, known as the 'Face on Mars,' is evidence of intelligent extraterrestrial work from 1.5 million years ago. Hoagland suggests that the formation, when viewed from a hypothetical city center, would show the Earth rising just before twilight. However, NASA engineer James E. Oberg disputes this, stating that two photos of the 'face' were taken from nearly identical angles, only 36 Martian days apart, making significant shadow differences unlikely to prove a three-dimensional structure. Oberg asserts that Hoagland's claims do not align with the facts. He also notes that Mars' axial tilt has varied, making almost any view towards the northeast possible at different times in Mars' history. Harold Masursky, a Mars geologist, finds the 'face' interesting but notes the area is heavily eroded and that similar formations exist on Mars. He dismisses the idea of ancient civilizations based on such eroded structures, calling it nonsense. Masursky is currently involved in finding landing sites for a Mars Rover and finds other locations more compelling. Both Oberg and Masursky do not dismiss the possibility of intelligent life on Mars, with Oberg believing that evidence of extraterrestrial life will likely be found by chance and will not be insignificant. He supports the search for artificial structures in space photos as long as the arguments are rational.

Hoagland has formed the 'Independent Mars Investigation Team' to study his calculations. He reported at a Mars conference in Colorado that there were enough anomalies in Viking probe photos to warrant further research. Another group, 'Mars Investigation Group,' has also been formed. Hoagland questions what other hidden or forgotten images might exist among the thousands of pictures of the planet.

UFOs at Kirtland Air Force Base

A significant portion of the magazine details a series of UFO observations and related events at Kirtland Air Force Base, based on a report released by the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) under the Freedom of Information Act. On August 8, 1980, three security guards at the Kirtland weapons storage area observed a very bright light in the sky, approximately 4.8 km away. The object moved at high speed, stopped abruptly, and then reportedly landed in the Coyote Canyon area. Later, the guards saw the light lift off and disappear at high speed. Initially thought to be a helicopter, its maneuvers quickly ruled out that possibility.

Three days later, a Sandia security officer reported that a guard had also seen the strange light around 00:30 on August 9th. This guard, while patrolling a building containing nuclear material, also initially mistook the object for a helicopter. However, upon closer observation, he described it as a round, disk-shaped object. His attempts to call for backup via radio failed. As he approached the object on foot, armed with a pistol, it ascended vertically and disappeared at high speed. This guard, a former helicopter mechanic, was certain it was not a helicopter. Two weeks after the initial sighting, three other individuals saw a brightly shining object.

A physicist from Albuquerque observed the sky over Kirtland from his home. Dr. Paul Bennewitz became so interested that he contacted Doty, and on October 26th, he visited Kirtland with Jerry Miller, a scientific advisor at AFTEC. Bennewitz presented photographs and nearly 1000 meters of 8-mm film showing unidentified flying objects over and around the Manzano Weapons Storage Area and Coyote Canyon. According to Major Thomas A. Cseh, head of Kirtland's security, Miller concluded that Bennewitz's material 'clearly shows some sort of unidentified flying objects captured on film.'

On November 10th, the Albuquerque researcher presented his evidence at a meeting with General William R. Brocksher, chief of Air Force security, along with other high-ranking officers and specialists. Bennewitz felt they understood the significance of his findings.

August 1980 was a challenging month for authorities at Kirtland. On August 13th, the radar equipment at Kirtland and Albuquerque airports was disabled for five hours due to an unknown cause. A representative from the Air Force suggested that 'hostile jamming' could not be ruled out, but added that there was no evidence to support this. At 22:16 on August 13th, all radar equipment was functioning normally again.

Nine days later, on August 22nd, three other security guards observed the same phenomenon as the three guards three weeks prior. The object landed in Coyote Canyon, and the guards reportedly never saw it lift off. The final Kirtland document, dated October 28, 1980, states that Air Force scientific advisor Jerry Miller found Paul Bennewitz's film to 'clearly show some sort of unidentified flying objects at Kirtland.' Miller, a former investigator for Project Blue Book, was tasked with examining UFO cases.

Bennewitz, who heads a local electronics firm, also reported seeing four saucer or hat-shaped objects lined up behind the outer fence of the Manzano area on February 2, 1980. He described a black spot and a large blue halo phenomenon that seemed to create a force field. The objects flashed as they hopped up about 100 meters, turned right, and disappeared southward. He filmed the entire event from approximately 2.5 km away. According to the official Air Force report, Bennewitz also provided stills and about 1000 meters of film showing unidentified flying objects over and around the Manzano weapons storage area and Coyote Canyon test range. However, Miller reported that 'no conclusions could be drawn about whether these objects posed a threat to the Manzano-Coytote areas.'

On November 19th, the Air Force informed Bennewitz that they would not investigate the objects and were 'unable to evaluate the information and photographs he had collected.' Former New Mexico Senator Harrison Schmitt, who had been involved in the Apollo project, inquired why the Air Force refused to investigate. Bennewitz, convinced that UFOs are extraterrestrial craft, has repeatedly contacted Kirtland requesting an investigation. George Pearce, PR officer at Kirtland, stated that Bennewitz claimed to be in contact with extraterrestrial beings through his computer and wanted the Air Force to investigate. Pearce responded that such investigations were not conducted since Project Blue Book was closed in 1969 after 22 years. Colonel John Aday, PR chief at Kirtland, stated that Project Blue Book concluded that UFOs posed no threat to national security. He expressed no interest in speculating about the 1980 observations, stating that such investigations often concluded the objects were weather balloons or similar.

Bennewitz stated that while he doesn't claim the objects seen by security guards were necessarily the same, their investigations suggest they were not a threat to national security.

Tektites from the Moon

Geologists have long debated the origin of tektites, dark glass fragments found scattered around the Earth. Most are small and round, suggesting they fell through the atmosphere. Speculation has centered on them originating from volcanic eruptions or meteorite impacts. However, studies of a lunar sample (14425) brought back by astronauts indicate that some tektites may have come from the Moon, ejected by the same event that created them. John A. O'Keefe and Billy P. Glass examined a perforated sphere from the Moon, finding its composition similar to tektites found in Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Indian Ocean, though it differed from other lunar samples. Other researchers believe tektites originated from Earth, citing their chemical composition matching terrestrial sediments. O'Keefe argues that known physical processes cannot account for the transformation required for these sediments to become tektites. He favors a lunar volcanic origin. The concept of lunar volcanoes is controversial, as the Moon is traditionally considered too small to have a molten core. However, O'Keefe points to seismic measurements suggesting liquid material 800 km below the surface. He suggests lava could rise and fill craters, and some craters with unknown dark contents could be evidence of this. Tektites could thus be a result of a combination of impacts and volcanic activity.

O'Keefe and Glass's article in Science suggests a link between tektites and mass extinctions, particularly a layer formed at the boundary between the Cretaceous and Tertiary periods. Its composition matches what would be expected from the breakdown of tektites. O'Keefe posits that an impact or eruption from the Moon could form a ring around Earth, potentially lasting 100,000 years. This ring could dampen sunlight on the winter hemisphere, lowering temperatures and worsening the climate, leading to mass extinctions. The eruption theory is favored because volcanic eruptions are more likely to occur with impacts. The gap of 100,000 years between the last fossils and the extinction of dinosaurs might be explained by two successive eruptions.

Some researchers believe the 100,000-year timescale is inaccurate due to incomplete sample collections and difficulties in dating events older than 60 million years.

Mysterious Cloud Over Japan

On April 9, 1984, a Japanese traffic plane flying from Tokyo to Alaska observed a large mushroom-shaped cloud rising to an altitude of 270 km off the Japanese coast. The conditions were so severe that the crew had to wear oxygen masks. The captain stated he had 'never seen anything like it.' Two other traffic plane crews also observed the cloud, which they saw rising to 18 km and expanding to a diameter of 320 km. Initially, it was thought to be caused by a submarine explosion, but this was later disproven when dust samples from the cloud showed no radioactivity. Geophysicists have been puzzled by the cloud's origin. Daniel Walker, Charles McCreery, and Firmin Oliviera at the Hawaii Institute of Geophysics suggest that the only plausible explanation is an underwater volcano, Kaitoku Seamount, which became active in March 1984. However, they note that achieving the observed result would require an almost impossible combination of coincidences. Their conclusions are based on hydrophone recordings from Wake Island, which indicated a swarm of underwater earthquakes in the area around March 8 and 9, 1984.

While Kaitoku Seamount is a possibility, the cloud's movement 1500 km north remains unexplained. The cloud was first observed at an altitude of 4 km. Analysis of wind conditions suggests that a two-hour eruption could have created a nearly spherical cloud of dust and gas about 10 hours before the mushroom-shaped cloud was observed. This dust and gas cloud could have traveled north at 147 km/h, maintaining its shape before suddenly rising to its maximum height of 18 km in 2 minutes. The only known mechanism for such rapid ascent is either man-made or a volcanic eruption. This conclusion rules out Kaitoku as the cause.

Neptune's Ring Segments

Astronomers have been searching for rings around Neptune since 1979, following the discovery of Uranus's rings. The technique involves observing the planet as it passes in front of a star, where a ring would partially block the starlight, causing a brief dimming. However, a single observation is not considered conclusive, as it could be a passing cloud, instrument error, or a small satellite. Initial observations yielded no clear results.

On May 10, 1981, Neptune passed in front of a relatively bright star, but no light drop was observed by astronomers worldwide. Fourteen days later, it passed in front of another star, again with no evidence of rings, except for two telescopes at the Catalina Observatory in Arizona. Two years later, astronomers in Australia, Guam, and Taiwan observed a similar passage without results. The Arizona observation seemed to be due to a small satellite.

On July 22, 1982, Neptune passed in front of a star again. Bill Hubbard at the Arizona Observatory had almost given up hope of finding rings around Neptune. However, he arranged for observations to be made in Arizona and Chile. Despite cloudy conditions in Arizona, his colleague Faith Villas made an observation, but no light drop was recorded. Ten miles north of CTIO, Brahic's group at the European Southern Observatory observed the event. Both telescopes registered a momentary dimming of the star's light. At an international conference in Hawaii, Brahic presented his results, interpreting them as a satellite passing by. Hubbard later reviewed Villas' data and discovered a second-long light dimming that had not been previously noted. He described it as a significant finding.

The brief duration of the light drop suggests that both observations detected something only 15 km wide. However, for it to be seen at both locations, it must have been at least 100 km long. This could not be a satellite. It appeared to be a segment of a ring, at an approximate distance of 70,000 km from Neptune, with a radius about three times that of the planet.

Brahic and Hubbard met in Arizona to discuss their findings. Previous negative results indicate that the 'ring' does not encircle Neptune entirely, unlike the rings of Uranus. The two astronomers propose calling these ring segments 'arcs.' These new findings suggest that Neptune's 'third moon,' discovered in 1981, is actually a second 'arc,' about five times wider than the first. The particle density also decreases further out along the arc, as the Lowell Observatory did not register any light change.

The two arcs are at slightly different distances from the parent planet, but this difference may be fictional. Brahic and Hubbard found slight discrepancies in the results from two nearby observatories last year. Hubbard believes these differences might be due to a few degrees' error in determining Neptune's polar position. Astronomers have always used Neptune's largest moon, Triton, as a reference point for calculating its position. Hubbard suggests that a revision of Triton's tilt would mean that 'Triton is significantly less massive than we previously thought.'

A previous observation also indicated that Neptune might have an incomplete ring closer to the planet. In 1982, Edward F. Guinan at Villanova University analyzed data from 1968 and found evidence of a ring closer to the planet. However, this has not yet been confirmed.

The discovery of Neptune's arcs has spurred further research. Unfortunately, the planet will not pass in front of a star for several years, and the next results are expected from infrared observations of cooler stars that hide sections of the arcs. In August 1989, Voyager cameras will provide material to understand how planets and moons form. Hubbard believes the arc material is 'in the process of deciding whether to become a moon.'

Other Briefs

Dinosaur in Africa: Herman Regusters claims to have seen a living dinosaur in the Congo jungles in 1981. He plans to return to capture it and convince skeptics. He describes it as an eleven-meter-long, dinosaur-like creature with a thick body, long slender neck, and long tail. He is the only white man to have entered the area and returned alive. He has raised funds for a second expedition, with 35 wealthy individuals sharing his conviction that dinosaurs did not go extinct millions of years ago.

NASA's Search for Extraterrestrial Life: NASA is seeking funding for a study on technology that could be used to systematically search for extraterrestrial life. The US Congress has approved over eleven million kronor for this project.

Indian Cosmonaut's Space Voyage: A brief mention of an Indian cosmonaut's journey in space.

Soviet Mirror for Space Light: A headline indicates the Soviet Union plans to build a mirror for space light.

Venus's Past Oceans: Data from Soviet probes Venus 13 and 14 suggest that Venus may have once had large oceans, which have since evaporated, leaving behind iron oxides on the planet's surface.

UFO Alarm in Argentina: An unidentified flying object reportedly made several landings in London, Argentina, causing fires and damaging vegetation and buildings. Two people were injured, and eleven houses were burned down.

Weight Loss Through Hypnosis: Adrienne Cecchini underwent a 13-day weight loss program involving hypnosis and fasting, losing eight kilograms. The program was developed by French hypnotist Jacouy Nuguet, who believes it affects metabolism and reduces psychological complexes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores topics related to unexplained phenomena, including UFOs, extraterrestrial life, and anomalies in space. There is a clear interest in presenting evidence and reports, often citing official documents or scientific studies, while also acknowledging skepticism and alternative explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional understanding, particularly in the realms of space exploration and unexplained aerial phenomena. The inclusion of expert opinions, both supportive and critical, suggests a balanced approach to presenting controversial topics.