UFO Rama - No 127

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: Nr. 127
Date: November 2009
Type: Monthly UFO bulletin from Italy and the world, distributed as a free sample (OMAGGIO).
Publisher: N/A
Country: Italy
Language: Italian

Editorial

The editorial section addresses the recent mass sightings of UFOs worldwide and the growing anxiety surrounding the year 2012, linking it to millenarian fears. It notes that Hollywood is preparing disaster films about the end of the world, and even the Vatican has held a week of studies on bio-astronomy, which the editorial interprets as a discreet way for the Catholic Church to discuss extraterrestrial life. The presence of representatives from the SETI Institute at this Vatican event is highlighted. The editorial concludes that while official government statements are not yet ready, it is only a matter of time before such information is released.

Dibattiti in Usa e Gb: Ufo, da gennaio è nuovo record di avvistamenti

This article, written by Beatrice Moraldi and published in 'LEGGO' on November 11, 2009, discusses the increase in UFO sightings in 2009. It mentions speculation about US President Barack Obama addressing the topic of UFOs, possibly on November 27. The article also cites data from the British Ministry of Defence, which reported 231 UFO sightings in the first six months of 2009, already surpassing the total for previous years. The British press interprets this increase as a result of greater dissemination of digital cameras and smartphones, which are used to document alleged UFOs. The article notes the growing anticipation for a potential conference on the subject and mentions the website www.barackobamaulo.com's appeal to the US President to resolve 'X-Files'.

Nardo: «Attenti all'Ufo» Un gruppo di operai immortala l'incontro

Published in 'LA GAZZETTA DEL MEZZOGIORNO' on October 16, 2009, this article reports on a UFO sighting in the industrial zone of Nardo, Italy. Six workers witnessed a spherical object in the sky early in the morning and managed to photograph it with their mobile phones. Sergio, one of the workers, described the object as luminous and stationary before it began to move slowly upwards and disappeared behind clouds. He expressed disbelief but confirmed the event, stating that the photos would serve as proof of seeing 'something strange' in the sky.

Taormina: Le "rivelazioni" di Giorgio Bongiovanni al convegno di Acireale

This article from 'GAZZETTA DEL SUD' (Sicilia) on September 9, 2009, covers a conference titled "Cosmic Contact - Apocalypse and New Era" in Acireale, organized by the "Giordano Bruno" cultural association. Italian stigmata Giorgio Bongiovanni presented his views, linking numerous UFO sightings in the Taormina and Messina areas, as well as events in Caronia, to signs preceding the second coming of Christ. Bongiovanni, who has borne stigmata since 1989, spoke about his life experiences and the revelations of the Third Secret of Fatima. He announced plans for over fifty conferences worldwide and expressed interest in organizing one in Taormina in early 2010. The article notes the increasing spiritual dimension of UFO phenomena, citing Bongiovanni's claims of encounters with aliens and sightings of cross-shaped craft. The conference also paid homage to Eugenio Siragusa, another contactee. Bongiovanni predicted events that would "shake people in Sicily" and hinted at a possible return of Christ, with Sicily being a potential location. Regarding the predicted 2012 apocalypse, he stated that while there is no precise date, "something will happen."

Nasa: Fotografata la stella più antica mai vista

This brief report from 'Corriere della Sera' on October 30, 2009, states that NASA has photographed the most distant object in the cosmos, an explosion dating back 13 billion light-years, occurring 600 million years after the Big Bang. This is identified as the oldest star ever seen.

Astrobiologia, scienza e fede s'incontrano

This article from 'DA ROMA FABRIZIO MASTROFINI' in 'GAZZETTA DEL SUD' on November 11, 2009, discusses the development of astrobiology, the study of conditions for life beyond Earth. It highlights a week of study organized by the Pontifical Academy of Sciences in the Vatican. Father José Funes, director of the Vatican Observatory, emphasized the importance of the Church's involvement in researching the possibility of extraterrestrial life, noting that while no proof of other intelligences exists yet, discovering extraterrestrial life could help understand life's origins on Earth. Jonathan Lunine from Tor Vergata University described astrobiology as an interdisciplinary field involving geology and biology. Chris Impey from the University of Arizona suggested that humanity is close to significant discoveries about life beyond Earth, which would have profound implications. Athena Coustenis from the Paris Observatory pointed to celestial bodies like Europa (a moon of Jupiter) and Saturn's moons Titan and Enceladus as potential locations for life, underscoring the need for continued scientific investment.

Cinema, altro che cinepanettoni saranno cose... dell'altro mondo

Published in 'GAZZETTA DEL SUD' on November 3, 2009, this article by Francesco Gallo reviews apocalyptic films released around the Christmas season. It mentions "2012" by Roland Emmerich, inspired by Mayan prophecies of the end of the world on December 21, 2012, and "Avatar" by James Cameron. The article also discusses "Planet 51," an animated film about a space mission to an alien planet. The film "2012" is described as a "great and terrifying poster" and is noted for its depiction of people seeking solace in prayer, including an Italian Prime Minister figure, as the world faces catastrophe. The director, Roland Emmerich, clarified that his on-screen Prime Minister is not meant to be identified with Silvio Berlusconi.

Il kolossal catastrofista "2012, il premier prega «Ma non è Berlusconi»

This article from 'Corriere della Sera' on November 12, 2009, reports on the film "2012," which depicts the end of the world according to Mayan prophecies. It highlights a scene where people, including an Italian Prime Minister, seek spiritual comfort in the Sistine Chapel as disaster strikes. The director, Roland Emmerich, stated that the Prime Minister character is not based on Silvio Berlusconi.

<<2012>> fa incassi super

Published in 'Corriere della Sera' on November 17, 2009, this brief report notes that Roland Emmerich's disaster movie "2012" has been a box office success, recouping its production costs within its opening weekend and earning over 5 million in Italy alone.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO-RAMA revolve around UFO sightings, the impending apocalypse (particularly linked to the 2012 prophecies), the potential for extraterrestrial life, and the intersection of science and faith. The editorial stance appears to be one of acknowledging the growing public and institutional interest in these topics, suggesting that official disclosures about UFOs are inevitable, and framing UFO phenomena within a broader context of cosmic significance and spiritual implications. There is also a focus on how popular culture, particularly cinema, is engaging with themes of apocalypse and extraterrestrial contact.