UFO Rama - No 196 - gennaio 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: 196
Date: January 2018
Publisher: Rete UFO
Type: Monthly UFOlogy Bulletin

Editorial

The editorial section of UFO-RAMA, titled 'EDITORIALE', reflects on the rapid public forgetting of significant UFO-related news, such as the Pentagon's secret UFO study program (A.A.T.I.P.), which was revealed by the 'New York Times'. The publication notes that despite these revelations, the focus has quickly shifted away, leaving citizens confused about whom to believe – military institutions that report nothing anomalous, or private study groups that document numerous sightings of extraterrestrial craft. The editorial emphasizes that the phenomenon has persisted for 70 years, resisting all attempts at explanation. It criticizes the digital information landscape for being overwhelmed by 'fake news' and propaganda, positioning UFO-RAMA as a steadfast bastion of reliable ufological information. The publication pledges to continue its mission in 2018 by carefully selecting genuine news from false reports.

Key Articles and Features

"Ecco «Ufo Stalker», la mappa degli avvistamenti alieni"

This article, published in 'IL TEMPO' on December 4, 2017, reports on the increase in UFO sightings, noting a 12% rise compared to previous years. It introduces 'Ufo Stalker', an interactive map that tracks and updates UFO sightings globally. The technology is said to expand the possibilities of observing extraterrestrial phenomena. The article mentions that in 2017, there were 83,715 reported sightings worldwide. It also highlights two presumed sightings in Italy during October: one in Florence and another in Rome, where a tourist allegedly photographed a UFO.

Rome UFO Sighting - January 6, 2018

The article details a UFO sighting in Rome on the night of January 6, 2018. A witness observed a luminous object hovering over the city before it disappeared. Ufologist Angelo Maggioni of A.R.I.A. cataloged the object as spherical, similar to others observed previously, possibly used for surveillance. The object was described as rotating on its axis, emitting a luminous energy, and making no sound. The sighting, lasting several minutes, was confirmed by three family members. The article dismisses explanations like airplanes, lanterns, or drones, citing altitude restrictions and the object's characteristics.

"Il 2017 anno record di avvistamenti di dischi volanti sull'Italia"

Published in 'LA SICILIA' on January 6, 2018, this article states that 2017 was a record year for UFO sightings in Italy, with many observed in Liguria. Angelo Carannante, president of the Centro Ufologico Mediterraneo (Cufom), released a dossier detailing sightings from across Italy. The reported objects included various types: discs, spheres, luminous objects of different colors, stationary craft, and those traveling at high speeds. Carannante noted a significant increase in the clarity of photographic and video evidence in 2017, with a notable return of classic flying disc sightings in locations like Lavagna, Arco Felice, and Civitavecchia. The article also mentions instances of UFOs flying in formation and alleged UFO-chasing incidents involving military jets.

"Nello "Stivale" avvistati meno Ufo"

This piece from 'GAZZETTA/Modena' on January 14, 2018, reports a decrease in UFO sightings in Italy in 2017, with 110 cases compared to 118 in 2016. Lombardy had the highest number of reports (21). The article contrasts these civilian reports with the much lower numbers officially recorded by the Italian Air Force, which documented only a few cases annually. It highlights a sighting in Pariana di Massa (Massa Carrara) on April 5, 2015, which was included in the Air Force's official register. The article notes that reliable civilian sightings represent only about 5-10% of all reports.

"Godiamoci suoni e rumori dell'universo"

This article from 'la Repubblica' on October 7, 2017, discusses the ongoing interest in aliens despite NASA's past denials. It recommends books like 'Aliens. C'è qualcuno là fuori?' by Jim Al-Khalili and the young adult novel 'Arrivederci tra le stelle' by Jack Cheng. The article also touches upon the sounds of the universe, mentioning NASA's recordings of space vibrations (20-20,000 Hertz) and the sounds associated with gravitational waves.

"Terra chiama alieno"

Published in 'INTERNAZIONALE' on November 24, 2017, this science section article reports on a radio message sent from Norway towards the potentially habitable exoplanet GJ273b, located 12.4 light-years away. The message, part of a series initiated in 1974 by the METI organization, contains mathematical calculations and information about radio waves. The article also includes a quote from Dan Werthimer of the University of California, Berkeley, who expresses caution about communicating blindly with potential extraterrestrial life.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

UFO-RAMA consistently focuses on UFO sightings, government transparency (or lack thereof) regarding the phenomenon, and the scientific exploration of space and potential extraterrestrial life. The publication positions itself as a reliable source of information in an era of widespread misinformation, advocating for a critical approach to news and a commitment to reporting factual ufological data. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards official denials and a belief in the persistence and significance of the UFO phenomenon, while also acknowledging the scientific endeavors to understand the universe and search for life beyond Earth.