Under stjarnorna - 1998 No 5

Magazine Overview

Title: Under Stjärnorna
Issue: Number 5, April 1998
Publisher: UFO-Karlskrona
Type: Membership magazine for UFO-Karlskrona.

Editor's Note

The editor, Anders Sjölander, begins by apologizing for the delay in delivering the previous and current issues. He informs readers that the magazine will henceforth only be sent to members who have paid their membership fees.

Contents Overview

This issue features an article by Tommy Richardsson on the mysterious "Men in Black" (MIB) figures often depicted in media. It also includes a report on the open approach to UFO research in China and a specific UFO sighting from Blekinge, Sweden.

UFO Research in China

The article highlights that in China, UFO research is state-funded, and the country has a large society of ufologists, including respected academics and Communist Party officials. Professor Sun Shili from Beijing University of Business and Economics, who leads the national UFO research society, states their aim is to solve China's energy problems by applying extraterrestrial technology. He emphasizes that their research is always linked to science, acknowledging the Communist Party's prohibition on superstitious activities.

The Phenomenon of Men in Black (MIB)

Tommy Richardsson's article explores the "Men in Black" (MIB), figures who allegedly appear after UFO sightings. Speculation suggests they are state agents or even extraterrestrial beings. MIB are described as typically gray-skinned, with high cheekbones, thin lips, and pointed chins. They are always dressed in black, often with hats, and their suits appear to be older models but in new condition. They usually appear in pairs or groups of three, driving large, older American cars that look like new. MIB are known to try and dissuade witnesses from speaking about their experiences, sometimes threatening them with severe penalties. The article notes that only about forty MIB encounters are documented, with few being truly credible. The MIB are sometimes described as mechanical robots or androids, moving stiffly and speaking tonelessly.

Blekingska UFO-fall #1

This section recounts a UFO sighting from 1991 near Jämjö, Sweden. Alf Heilert observed a silvery, reflective object that appeared to rotate, flashing every second. He did not take a photograph at the time. The object disappeared rapidly. When he contacted F-17 (a military unit), he was told it was a weather balloon, but Heilert expressed doubt due to the object's speed.

Advertisements and Information

The issue includes an advertisement from UFO-Sverige for their books "Uppslagsboken" (now 70 SEK, previously 100 SEK) and "UFO-Gåtan" (now 90 SEK, previously 130 SEK). A combined offer for both books is available for 130 SEK. The purpose is to allow more members of UFO-Sverige to learn more about the subject. Contact information is provided for "Under Stjärnorna" (published monthly, edited by Anders Sjölander) and "UFO-Karlskrona" (contact person Owe Ekhav, chairman Paulo Lewenhagen, secretary Elin Henriksson, treasurer Anders Sjölander), including their postal addresses, phone numbers, and an internet address for UFO-Karlskrona.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to adopt a serious and scientific approach to the study of UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the emphasis on scientific research in China and the detailed exploration of the MIB phenomenon. The editorial stance encourages members to engage with the subject matter through paid membership and the purchase of related literature. The publication aims to inform its readership about reported sightings, ongoing research, and the broader cultural context of UFOs and related mysteries.