UFO Rama - No 121

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: No. 121
Date: April 2009
Type: Monthly ufological publication
Publisher: Self-published
Country: Italy
Language: Italian

Editorial

The editorial discusses the recent 5th X-Conference in the United States, attended by Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell, and its impact on public opinion regarding UFOs and aliens. It announces the upcoming 11th Ufological Convention organized by C.U.N. in Tarquinia (VT) on October 16-17, focusing on the theme "UFO: Contact Announced." The editorial emphasizes the importance of these conventions for disseminating knowledge about extraterrestrial topics and calls for global unity to overcome economic crises and become credible interlocutors for other civilizations. It questions humanity's readiness to engage with extraterrestrial visitors if divisions, wars, animal cruelty, and pollution persist.

Articles and Reports

Teodora Stefanova on 'Grande Fratello' (Big Brother)

The psychic Teodora Stefanova is set to enter the Bulgarian 'Big Brother' house on April 8th. She plans to bring Milanese football club merchandise and a ball for orphaned children as part of a solidarity initiative.

Edgar Mitchell on UFOs

Edgar Mitchell, the sixth man to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 14 mission, is quoted stating, "We are not alone in space." His opinion on UFOs and aliens is well-known among those in the field, and his participation in the X-Conference generated significant public interest.

UFO Sighting in San Benedetto Val di Samro

Antonella Faldini, a resident of San Benedetto Val di Samro, reported a singular experience in a field near Monte Galletto. At around 9:30 PM, she and her daughter observed a strange, bright glow, described as a "whitish sphere with yellow and orange lights," circular in shape and similar to UFOs seen in films. The object was intense and unlike any terrestrial light. After an initial shock, they considered approaching it, but Faldini's mother prevented them. Upon returning later, the light was gone. Faldini contacted the carabinieri and shared her experience with friends. Other residents in the area have reportedly had similar sightings but remained silent for fear of ridicule. Faldini, along with acquaintances, later investigated the site, using a Geiger counter to check for radiation. The ground in a 20-meter diameter area showed residual humidity, and the grass appeared drier. She has sent the data to Italian ufological associations for verification.

UFO Sighting in Saxa Rubra (Rome)

A report from CORRIERE DELLA SERA on April 10, 2009, details a suspected UFO sighting in Saxa Rubra, Rome. A Rai employee, Ardo Sodurny, reportedly filmed a "black dot" with his videophone that appeared as a spinning black disc to the naked eye, capable of intermittent movements. The ufology research center "UFO Network" has requested the footage for analysis, following other reports from Balduina and Piazza Bologna.

Area 51 and Secret Weapons

A veteran claims that Area 51 was the site for testing secret US weapons, suggesting that the UFOs observed were actually advanced aircraft developed there. The article mentions that the base, located northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada, was officially acknowledged by the US government only recently. It refers to reports from the 1950s about spheres and flying discs, and extraterrestrial bodies. The veteran, identified as Harry Martill, states that the A-12 Oxcart, capable of speeds exceeding Mach 3, was developed there. He also mentions the F-117 stealth fighter as a direct descendant of this technology.

Blue Book Project and Aliens

The article touches upon the legendary "Blue Book Project," initiated by the US Air Force in 1951 to study unidentified flying objects. The project concluded in 1970 after examining 12,618 reports, with 701 remaining unexplained. The magazine suggests that for ufologists, this conclusion is not the whole story.

UFOs in China and Great Britain

This section presents two alleged UFO sightings with photographic evidence. One report from China describes photos taken from a high-altitude aircraft showing a strange, rainbow-colored object in motion with unpredictable behavior. The article notes that the photo was taken by a journalist, adding credibility. Another sighting occurred in London, where photographer Derek Burton, while taking panoramic shots of the city, discovered four luminous UFOs in his photos that were not visible to the naked eye at the time. Experts suggest these could be dust or dirt particles on the lens reflecting light, but the article invites readers to decide for themselves, referencing the 'X-Files' tagline, "I want to believe."

Exoplanet Discovery

A report from TELEVIDEO RAI on April 22, 2009, announces the discovery of an exoplanet in Chile, named 'Gliese 581.' This planet, outside our solar system, is not excluded from having "oceans of water" and an orbit potentially suitable for life. The discovery is the result of over four years of observation using the 'Harps' spectrograph at a European astronomical observatory.

Stephen Hawking Hospitalized

A brief report from CORRIERE DELLA SERA on April 21, 2009, states that astrophysicist Stephen Hawking has been urgently hospitalized and is in serious condition. Hawking, a renowned theoretical physicist known for his work on black holes, has been suffering from ALS since the age of 21 and is almost completely paralyzed.

Book Review: 'The Secret Origins of the Human Race'

A book review highlights "Le Origini Segrete della Razza Umana" (The Secret Origins of the Human Race) by Michael A. Cremo. The book is described as offering scientific and spiritual evidence for the true history of humanity, challenging the idea of human descent from apes and suggesting that Earth might not be the only inhabited planet.

Book Review: 'Galactic Synchronizer'

A brief mention of the book "Sincronario Galattico" (Galactic Synchronizer) by José Lloyd-ine Argüelles, based on Mayan calendars and the 13:20 harmonic frequency.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, extraterrestrial phenomena, and related research. It appears to adopt a stance of open inquiry, presenting various reports and perspectives, including those from scientific and journalistic sources, while also acknowledging the skepticism and potential for hoaxes. The editorial section advocates for global unity and a more responsible approach to environmental and ethical issues as prerequisites for potential contact with advanced extraterrestrial civilizations. There's a clear interest in challenging established narratives and encouraging critical thinking among readers, as evidenced by the "I want to believe" sentiment in the X-Files context.