Under stjarnorna - 1998 No 7

Magazine Overview

Title: Under Stjärnorna
Issue: Number 7, June 1998
Publisher: UFO-Karlskrona

This issue of 'Under Stjärnorna' is the membership magazine for UFO-Karlskrona, published in June 1998. The magazine has undergone some format changes, now being printed on both sides of the paper to save costs, and the editors are experimenting with different layouts. They encourage reader feedback on the new format and content.

Redaktören har ordet! (The Editor's Word!)

The editorial section, written by Anders Sjölander, discusses the magazine's new format and the challenges of discerning truth in UFO-related information. Sjölander references a TV4 program host's statement about a documentary on UFOs, translating 'UFO' to 'Flygande Tefat' (Flying Saucer).

He then addresses the article on CSETI (see page 3), questioning the evidence presented by those claiming contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. While acknowledging the potential for such contact, he expresses skepticism, suggesting that some might fabricate stories to gain members and money. However, he notes that Steven Greer, the founder of CSETI, is a globally recognized figure.

Sjölander concludes by stating that while he finds it difficult to believe such claims, he acknowledges that time will be the ultimate judge. He also mentions that UFO-Karlskrona plans to establish cooperation with similar organizations in neighboring countries like Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, and provides contact information for those interested.

Additionally, the editorial reminds members about two important UFO publications from UFO-Sverige: 'Rapport-Nytt' (120 SEK/year) and 'UFO-Aktuellt' (190 SEK/year), providing postgiro details for subscriptions.

Innehåll (Contents)

The issue's table of contents lists:
1. UFO-Karlskrona Nytt, leader (editorial)
2. Film review
3. UFO articles
5. Other articles

Filmrecension: Event Horizon (Film Review: Event Horizon)

This section reviews the science fiction horror film 'Event Horizon'. The reviewer notes the recent surge in sci-fi and disaster films. The plot of 'Event Horizon' involves a research vessel sent to investigate the reappearance of a lost ship, the Event Horizon, which was equipped with a revolutionary new drive system capable of folding space and traveling at light speed. Upon arrival, the rescue crew finds the original ship's crew brutally murdered, and the ship seems to be possessed by an evil entity from another dimension.

The reviewer points out that the film's beginning borrows heavily from clichés found in films like 'Alien' and '2010'. However, after the first 50 minutes, the film shifts into a gory horror experience. The new drive system is described as opening a portal to another dimension, bringing an indescribable evil aboard. The rescue team has only 20 hours to repair the ship while experiencing hallucinations of their past.

Despite its reliance on clichés and perceived plagiarism from 'Alien' and 'Hellraiser', the reviewer gives the film a positive rating for its genuinely terrifying and suspenseful moments, though some scenes are described as bizarre and potentially disturbing for sensitive viewers.

UFO-Artiklar (UFO Articles)

CSETI

This article introduces CSETI (Center for the Study of Extraterrestrial Intelligence), founded in 1991 by Dr. Steven M. Greer, a physician from Asheville, North Carolina. CSETI is an international, independent, and non-profit organization focused on studying and attempting contact with extraterrestrial beings. The organization claims to have communication with extraterrestrials in the USA, England, Mexico, and Belgium, and hopes to achieve full contact within 2-5 years.

Greer believes that extraterrestrials have not contacted humanity directly because they deem humans not yet mature enough. He aims to prove otherwise through 'Project Starlight', which involves world leaders participating in events. The article notes that CSETI's website features numerous articles, some of which are highly debatable and seem to accept all information uncritically to support their claims.

The article also explains that joining CSETI is easy, requiring a monetary contribution that varies based on membership duration and status. A 'WorkGroup Training Kit' for contacting extraterrestrials is also available for purchase.

Despite some reservations about the organization's methods, the author believes CSETI is a serious organization that could contribute to research, pushing things forward, and that its claims, if true, could be significant.

Blekingska UFO-fall #2 (Blekinge UFO Cases #2)

This section details a UFO sighting by photographer Carl-Eric Silver ten years prior to the article's publication (in April 1985). Silver reported seeing four brightly shining, square-shaped objects flying in a peculiar formation over Björkholmen. The objects moved at the speed of a helicopter and were estimated to be at an altitude of 800 meters. Silver was stunned by the objects' ability to change positions with incredible speed before disappearing within seconds. He remains convinced they were intelligently controlled craft from another planet.

Silver described the experience as eerie due to the objects' silent movement, distinguishing it from natural phenomena like shooting stars. He was already convinced of extraterrestrial visitation before the sighting, which he considered proof that humanity is not alone. He shared his experience in the local newspaper BLT, noting that many people are afraid to report UFO sightings for fear of being ridiculed, but he believes the sheer number of sightings indicates a significant phenomenon.

Rapporter till UFO-Sverige 1989-92 (Reports to UFO-Sweden 1989-92)

This section presents statistics on UFO reports received by UFO-Sweden between 1989 and 1992. Out of a total of 289 reports, only 6% were assessed as UFOs. The reports were categorized by perceived object type, including balloons, aircraft, satellites, meteors, spotlights, and other phenomena.

Övriga Artiklar (Other Articles)

Monostar - hämtar inspiration från rymden och UFO:n (Monostar - draws inspiration from space and UFOs)

This article discusses the Swedish band Monostar, whose music is inspired by space and UFO phenomena. The band's debut album cover features images of Russian cosmonauts and NASA photos. Guitarist Linus Karlsson is a UFO believer and drew inspiration from watching 'The X-Files' on TV. Singer Eric Palmqwist states that the band finds inspiration in space without resorting to drug references.

The band worked with producer Heinz Liljedahl and his associate Johan Vävare. They incorporated unique sounds, such as recording the sound of Uranus's rings for the song 'A place in space'. Despite initial interest from multiple record labels, Monostar chose to wait, eventually signing with MNW after a positive personal connection.

Nya bilder av "Marsansiktet" (New images of the "Mars Face")

This article reports on new images of the 'Mars Face' on Mars, taken by the Mars Global Surveyor. The 'Mars Face' formation was first photographed by the Viking orbiter in 1976 and has long been a subject of speculation, with some believing it to be evidence of an ancient Martian civilization. The new images, released in April 1998, were taken by the Mars Global Surveyor's cameras. These images reveal that the formation is actually a heavily eroded mountain massif, a significant departure from the clear 'face' seen in the earlier Viking images. The article notes that despite the new evidence, debate among conspiracy theorists is likely to continue. NASA is making all data from the Mars Global Surveyor available to the public for independent analysis.

Fortsättning från föregående sida... (Continued from previous page...)

This section continues the discussion on the 'Mars Face', reiterating that the new images from Mars Global Surveyor show a heavily eroded mountain, not a distinct face. It mentions Richard Hoagland as a prominent spokesperson for the artificiality theory of the Mars Face. The article concludes by stating that NASA is making the data publicly available.

Under Stjärnorna på nätet! (Under Stjärnorna Online!)

This section provides a web address for 'Under Stjärnorna': http://www.fortunecity.com/roswell/streiber/209, noting that the page is not yet complete.

Contact Information

Contact details are provided for 'Under Stjärnorna' (magazine), UFO-Karlskrona (organization), and UFO-Sverige (national organization).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial intelligence, and related topics. The editorial stance, as expressed by Anders Sjölander, is one of cautious skepticism regarding extraordinary claims, emphasizing the need for verifiable evidence while remaining open to the possibility of genuine contact. The publication also aims to inform its readers about UFO-related news, film reviews, and personal accounts, while promoting UFO-Sverige's publications and activities. There is a clear effort to present a balanced view, acknowledging both the intriguing nature of UFOs and the potential for misinterpretation or fabrication.