UFO Rama - No 199 - Aprile 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: Nr. 199
Date: April 2018
Publisher: UFO-RAMA
Type: Monthly Ufological Bulletin

Editorial

The editorial reflects on the fear generated by the re-entry of the Chinese space station Tiangong-1, drawing parallels with the earlier fall of the Soviet space station Mir in 2001. It notes how such events, coupled with misinterpretations of prophecies like Nostradamus's, can cause public anxiety about celestial threats. The editorial emphasizes the role of ufologists in providing accurate information to the public about phenomena observed in our skies. It criticizes governments and military institutions for conducting secret studies on unidentified flying objects (UFOs) while overlooking the fact that these phenomena are often publicly visible, citing the console Alberto Perego's assertion that 'the discs are seen' and that secrecy is futile when something is in plain sight.

Space Station Tiangong-1 Re-entry

Two articles detail the re-entry of the Chinese space station Tiangong-1. The first, from Corriere della Sera on March 23, 2018, reports that the Italian Civil Protection had alerted ministries and regions about the potential risk of debris falling on Italian territory, particularly south of Emilia-Romagna, during the Easter period (March 28 - April 4). A technical working group was established. The second article, from Corriere della Sera on March 31, 2018, confirms that the Tiangong-1 entered the atmosphere at 2:16 AM Italian time and burned up over the Pacific Ocean. It states that the space station, launched in September 2011 and designed to last two years, was largely destroyed, with no risk or consequences for Italy. The article mentions that the potential landing zone had been narrowed down to the eastern part of Lampedusa. It also notes that the event was not visible as it occurred during the day and the station disintegrated over a remote area of the Pacific.

UAP Sightings and Investigations

Intercepted UFO Video: An article published on March 14, 2018, discusses a new video released by 'To The Stars Academy of Arts and Science' showing what appears to be an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) flying alongside an American fighter jet. The object was reportedly intercepted in 2015 by a McDonnell Douglas F/A-18E Super Hornet. This is the third such video released by the organization, following government authorization under the Freedom of Information Act. The Pentagon declined to comment on the video, which was described as a 'high-speed flight of an unidentified vehicle'. The article also references a former director of the Pentagon's UAP study program who claimed that observed UFOs provide 'overwhelming evidence' that 'we may not be alone in the universe'.

Interview with Vladimiro Bibolotti: An interview with Vladimiro Bibolotti, president of the National Ufological Center, asserts that aliens exist and visit our planet, likening Earth to a 'huge zoo safari' from their perspective. He believes aliens do not intend to invade, as they would have done so already with their advanced technology. Bibolotti also suggests that extraterrestrials might have provided humanity with technological advancements. He explains the center's scientific methodology for investigating sightings, involving checking flight logs, military exercises, and weather conditions before classifying an event as a UFO. He notes a decline in sightings but attributes it to the random nature of events and the center's rigorous, fact-based approach.

Ufology and Media

Marco Columbro and Ufology TV Program: An article from January 25, 2018, reports that ufologists are proposing TV host Marco Columbro to host a program on 'frontier' topics, including ufology and alternative medicine. Columbro, who has previously expressed belief in extraterrestrial life, is open to the idea, envisioning a 90-minute 'counter-information' format that explores 'heretical' themes without aiming to convince, but rather to provide a different perspective. He aims to offer an alternative to the often 'grim and catastrophic' view presented in news programs, emphasizing a belief in humanity's multidimensional divine nature. Roberto Pinotti, founder of the National Ufological Center, expresses willingness to collaborate on such a television project.

Paco Rabanne and the Mir Space Station: An article from July 1, 1999, discusses Paco Rabanne's theory that the Mir space station would fall on France, carrying a nuclear charge. This theory was presented at the 'Nostradamiques' event in Salon-de-Provence. Museum officials tried to allay fears, noting Nostradamus's prophecies extend far into the future. The article also mentions a Channel Four documentary on Nostradamus.

Rome Conference on the Universe: A notice from February 25, 2018, announces a conference in Rome from March 1-3 titled 'Why the Universe is a Marvel', bringing together scientists, philosophers, and theologians to discuss humanity's exploration of the universe. The event is organized by Sefir (Science and Faith on the Interpretation of the Real).

Roberto Giacobbo Moving to Mediaset: An article from April 23, 2018, reports that TV host Roberto Giacobbo, known for the show 'Voyager', is expected to move to Mediaset to host a new version of the 'Focus' channel. Giacobbo had previously announced his departure from Rai2.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFOs, UAPs, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance appears to be one of advocating for transparency and accurate information dissemination regarding these phenomena, criticizing government secrecy and promoting a scientific yet open-minded approach to ufology. There's a recurring theme of challenging conventional scientific and governmental narratives, suggesting that 'we may not be alone' and that hidden truths about aerial phenomena are being suppressed.