UFO Rama - No 198 - marzo 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: 198
Date: March 2018
Type: Bulletin
Publisher: Not specified (Printed in Genova, Italy)
Price: OMAGGIO (Complimentary)

Editorial: The Specter of Nuclear War and UFOs

The editorial expresses deep concern over the current geopolitical climate, where superpowers are openly discussing nuclear rearmament. It recalls the post-WWII era when the world narrowly avoided nuclear catastrophe and notes that while diplomacy had seemed to reduce the immediate risk, recent declarations by political leaders suggest a dangerous return to threatening the use of atomic weapons. The editorial laments that this threat is often met with insensitivity, even by those in contact with 'brothers from space.' It mentions that prominent ufologists like Console Alberto Perego were aware of messages concerning the relationship between UFOs and nuclear armament. The upcoming 26th World Symposium on Unidentified Flying Objects in San Marino is highlighted as a crucial event where this topic will be discussed, emphasizing that the threat of nuclear war is an undeniable danger to humanity.

Article: Nobel Peace Laureates Warn Banks: Stop Investing in Atomic Weapons

This article, by Lucia Capuzzi, reports on the findings of a new study by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) and the Dutch NGO Pax. The study reveals that twenty major companies involved in the maintenance and modernization of nuclear arsenals in countries like France, India, Great Britain, and the United States are experiencing increased business. In the past year, investments in these companies reached 525 billion dollars, an increase of 81 billion from 2016. The report, titled "Don't Bank the Bomb," also notes a decrease in financial entities willing to fund these activities, with 329 banks, insurance companies, pension funds, and asset managers still involved across 24 countries. However, a positive shift is observed, particularly after the UN treaty banning nuclear weapons was approved in July of the previous year. Since then, thirty companies have ceased investing in nuclear arms. Notably, large financial institutions like ABP and the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund have announced divestment from nuclear weapons, citing ethical and societal changes. In Italy, Banca Etica, Intesa San Paolo, and Unicredit are mentioned for adopting codes of conduct that restrict or prohibit financing for nuclear weapons producers and transactions. The article concludes by commending these financial actors for aligning their investments with humanity's interests.

Article: ANDERS Mondo, your end is near

This piece by Simone Paliaga discusses the enduring relevance of the German philosopher Günther Anders (born Günther Stern). Anders, who developed a philosophy of the nuclear age, is presented as prescient in his warnings about the real risk of human extinction due to nuclear proliferation. The article highlights his 1964 work, "Discourse on the Three World Wars," where he noted the discrepancy between humanity's imagination and its production capacity as a reason for failing to grasp the existential consequences of its actions. Anders argued that the universalization of technology, including nuclear technology, has made proliferation inevitable, enabling even small entities like North Korea to pose a threat. The article also touches upon Anders' critique of the concept of progress as a driver for the arms market, linking it to planned obsolescence in products, including weapons. His work "The Obsolescence of Man" is mentioned, emphasizing his concern for the human condition in a world increasingly shaped by machines and artificial apparatuses.

Article: In a US military video, a UFO appears

This short news item reports on a new UFO sighting. A video released by "To The Stars Academy of Arts and Science" shows what appears to be an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) near an American fighter jet. The incident was reportedly captured in 2015 by a McDonnell Douglas F/A-18E Super Hornet and is the third such video released by the US Navy. The Pentagon has declined to comment, but the organization described the object as flying at high speed. The article also references a former Pentagon UFO program director's statement about "overwhelming evidence" that humanity may not be alone in the universe.

Article: Strategy. The Pentagon deploys mini-atomics

This news brief from "Washington Post" reveals the US Pentagon's new nuclear strategy, which includes the development of new low-yield nuclear devices (mini-atomics). This strategy, outlined in the "Nuclear Posture Review," represents a shift from the Obama administration's focus on containment and is seen as a response to the actions of Russia and China. It is the first such declaration since 2010 and signals the military's plans for nuclear threats in the coming decades.

Article: Marzabotto Mysterious Lights that Go Viral Online

This piece recounts a personal sighting by Dino Lolli, a 71-year-old man from Pioppe di Salvaro, who observed three immobile, colored lights in the sky on March 7, 2018. He initially thought they were an airplane, but their stillness and subsequent merging into a red ball prompted him to photograph them. Lolli is seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed the same phenomenon.

Events in San Marino

The magazine announces two symposia taking place in San Marino in Spring 2018:

• 19th World Symposium on Space Exploration and Life in the Cosmos (May 19, 2018)
• 26th World Symposium on Unidentified Flying Objects and Related Phenomena, with a special focus on "UFOs, Extraterrestrials, and Nuclear Armament" (May 19-20, 2018).

These events are coordinated by Roberto Pinost of the Centro Ufologico Nazionale (CUN) and involve collaboration with various ufological and scientific organizations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO-RAMA are the escalating threat of nuclear war and the ongoing discussion surrounding UFOs and extraterrestrial phenomena. The magazine consistently advocates for nuclear disarmament and expresses concern over the proliferation of nuclear weapons and the financial interests profiting from them. There is a clear editorial stance supporting ethical finance and divestment from the arms industry. The magazine also actively promotes ufological research and events, such as the symposia in San Marino, suggesting a belief in the significance of UFO encounters and their potential connection to global issues like nuclear armament. The philosophical reflections on technology and humanity's future, as seen in the article on Günther Anders, reinforce a critical perspective on unchecked technological advancement and its existential risks.