UFO Rama - No 107

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: Nr. 107
Date: January 2008
Publisher: UFO-RAMA
Type: Bulletin of ufology from Italy and the world.

Editorial

The editorial expresses optimism for the start of 2008, citing numerous worldwide sightings of unidentified flying objects and continuous confirmation from deep space probes. It asserts that humanity is not alone in the universe and that attempts to suppress or discredit these phenomena are becoming insufficient. The editorial notes that governments are beginning to acknowledge this new reality, with some implementing policies to open secret archives. The publication, UFO-RAMA, pledges to continue its efforts through its bulletins and online platforms to keep readers informed about this "extraterrestrial reality."

Key Articles and Reports

The Rossano Incident: A Manager's Close Encounter

This article details an extraordinary experience of Lidia Arcidiacono, a manager from Rossano, Italy, who, along with her two children (aged 7 and 9), witnessed and was pursued by a UFO on the evening of February 5, 2007. While driving on an unpaved road through an olive grove, Arcidiacono noticed two intense lights that seemed to be chasing each other. Initially mistaking them for aircraft, she soon realized they were part of a single, large, metallic, disc-shaped object, approximately 20 meters in diameter, with a gunmetal grey color. The object hovered silently just above the car, causing no disturbance to the surrounding trees. Frightened, Arcidiacono drove to her parents' farm, where the object appeared to follow them. Her children reported that the object's smaller lights moved towards the house. The incident was later investigated by experts from the CUN (Centro ufologico nazionale), who classified it as one of the most interesting national cases in five years.

Texas UFO Sighting: Many Witnesses

This report, sourced from "Il Secolo XIX" and "La Stampa," describes a mass sighting of a large, silent UFO over Stephenville, Texas, on the night of January 10, 2008. Residents reported seeing an object described as enormous, long, and wide, moving at a low altitude. Witnesses included a pilot with a regular license and a police officer. The description of the object varied slightly, but all agreed it was unlike any conventional aircraft. Some witnesses reported seeing it pursued by jets. The Pentagon initially remained silent but later admitted that jets were in the area, a statement that ufologists like Kenneth Cherry of the Mutual UFO Network believe was an attempt to downplay the event and avoid publicity.

UFOs in Japan: Government Acknowledgment

This section discusses the increasing openness of the Japanese government regarding UFOs. Following statements by the Minister of Defense, Shigeru Ishiba, about verifying the country's readiness for potential alien threats, the Minister of Science and Education, Kisaburo Tokai, also commented on the subject. Tokai suggested that the existence of aliens would be a positive development, potentially inspiring children's interest in space, referencing the popular film "E.T." This renewed focus is possibly linked to data from the Japanese lunar probe "Kaguya" (Selena), which entered lunar orbit in October 2007 and is providing extensive scientific data. The article also mentions the release of early photos from China's Chang'e-1 lunar probe.

NASA's Mars Photo: A Green Figure?

This report, originating from ANSA and "Il Secolo XIX," discusses a photograph taken by NASA's Spirit probe on Mars in November 2007. The image, which shows parts of Martian mountains illuminated and in shadow, has been interpreted by ufologists as revealing a "green man" or a "statuette" on the planet's surface. While skeptics suggest it's an optical illusion or a play of light and shadow, the image has fueled speculation about life on Mars. The article notes that NASA has stated that contrasts and colors in the images were enhanced. It also references a previous NASA announcement about geological formations on Mars that could suggest the presence of liquid carbon dioxide.

Mystery Park Sold

This brief news item reports that the "Mystery Park" in Interlaken, Switzerland, a park dedicated to enigmas of Earth and the universe, has been sold for approximately 14 million Swiss francs to a group of companies associated with the organizers of the Swiss Economic Forum. The park had faced financial difficulties and closed in November 2006.

Books Review

• Two books are briefly mentioned:
• "IL PENSIERO OLOGRAFICO" by Rossella Nannelli, described as a new paradigm for leadership, exploring the integration of body-mind and spirit-matter dimensions.
• "Oddio, c'è una donna su Marte" (Oh God, there's a woman on Mars), a book that seems to relate to the Mars photo discussed earlier.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the possibility of extraterrestrial life, and the perceived efforts by governments and authorities to control or discredit information about these phenomena. The editorial stance is clearly in favor of acknowledging and investigating UFO reports, advocating for greater transparency and information dissemination. The publication positions itself as a source for keeping the public informed about what it terms a "new extraterrestrial reality."