UFO-RAMA

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue Date: July 2003
Type: Ufological bulletin from Italy and the world.

Editorial

The editorial highlights recent ufological events, including new crop circles in Italy and the USA, UFO sightings in the Viterbo area, attempts at communication with E.T., and a non-confirmed report of an alien support base in Pordenone, Italy. It suggests that ufologists will have much to discuss and that these events signal an impending contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. The editorial also recommends visiting an art exhibition by Yinka Shonibare in Milan as preparation for encountering new civilizations.

Key Articles and Reports

"La base degli alieni vicino ad Aviano" (The aliens' base near Aviano)

This article from "Il Gazzettino" (July 13, 2003) reveals the claims of ufologist Antonio Chiumiento, who alleges the existence of a subterranean alien headquarters near the USAF base in Aviano, Pordenone. Chiumiento, a mathematics teacher and former vice-president of the National Ufological Center, has researched over 1,200 UFO sightings, many in the Northeast of Italy. He bases his claims on the testimony of a young worker from Pordenone who, since February 1997, has allegedly been communicating telepathically with aliens and photographing them. The worker reportedly visited underground bases with tunnels and a hangar for spacecraft, and even traveled on a triangular craft to Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. The article notes that the aliens, described as having grey skin and large oval heads, are reportedly attempting to create a hybrid race by combining their DNA with human DNA, using samples from the worker. The authenticity of the photographs is vouched for by engineer Uliano Monti, who claims there is no sign of manipulation in the negatives.

"Misterioso avvistamento al Centro astronomico dei Cimini" (Mysterious sighting at the Cimini Astronomical Center)

Reported in "Il Messaggero" (July 21, 2003), astronomer Paolo Candy observed a constant, homogeneous light of spherical shape moving at high speed and making a 90-degree turn near the Cimini Astronomical Center in Soriano. He ruled out it being a satellite, meteorite, aircraft, or known object. A second sighting occurred later that evening. The observation was made with binoculars, and the object's trajectory was described as harmonic.

"I cerchi nel grano invadono la California" (Crop circles invade California)

This Metro report (July 15, 2003) mentions the ongoing mystery of crop circles appearing in the Sacramento Valley, California, with dozens reported in Rockwell. The phenomenon has attracted many enthusiasts who have photographed and filmed the formations.

"Agli Ufo piace la Toscana" (UFOs like Tuscany)

This "Cronaca Vera" report (July 23, 2003) details recent UFO-related events in Tuscany. It recounts Massimo Guidi's sighting of a strange white light in Capannoli and the subsequent appearance of crop circles in Fornacette, including a large circle and smaller ones connected by straight lines. Similar patterns were also found in Casciana Terme and Lorenzana. Despite the phenomena, locals report hearing or seeing nothing unusual.

"Terra chiama Alieni: 90mila messaggi inviati nello Spazio" (Earth calls Aliens: 90 thousand messages sent into Space)

This article discusses the "Cosmic Call" initiative by Houston-based aerospace company Team Encounter. The initiative involves sending messages and invitations into space via radio waves, launched from Ukraine and monitored from Roswell, New Mexico. Approximately 90,000 messages, including information about Earth and its inhabitants, have been sent. Scientist Seth Shostak views the activity as interesting but unlikely to yield results, comparing it to sending a message in a bottle across the ocean.

"UFO O NON UFO SONO FIGURE MERAVIGLIOSE" (UFO or Not UFO, They Are Marvelous Figures)

This report from "Cronaca Vera" (July 16, 2003) discusses crop circles found in a wheat field in Perosa Canavese, Turin. The figures, described as geometric and inexplicable, were discovered by a couple and a pilot from the local Avio Club who took photographs. The landowner subsequently harvested the field to erase the traces, leading to speculation about whether the figures were man-made or extraterrestrial.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, crop circles, and the possibility of extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance appears to be open to these phenomena, presenting reports and claims from ufologists and witnesses, while also acknowledging the need for further investigation and discussion. There is a clear interest in documenting and disseminating information about alleged encounters and evidence of alien presence, suggesting a belief that these events are significant and potentially preparatory for future contact.