Dit is ons nieuw hondje Kira, een kruising van een waterhond en een Podenko. Ze is sinds 7 februari 2024 bij ons en druk bezig ons hart te veroveren. Het is een lief, aanhankelijk hondje, dat zich op een week snel aan ons heeft aangepast. Ze is heel vinnig en nieuwsgierig, een heel ander hondje dan Noleke.
This is our new dog Kira, a cross between a water dog and a Podenko. She has been with us since February 7, 2024 and is busy winning our hearts. She is a sweet, affectionate dog who quickly adapted to us within a week. She is very quick and curious, a very different dog than Noleke.
DEAR VISITOR,
MY BLOG EXISTS NEARLY 13 YEARS AND 4 MONTH.
ON /30/09/2024 MORE THAN 2.230.520
VISITORS FROM 135 DIFFERENT NATIONS ALREADY FOUND THEIR WAY TO MY BLOG.
THAT IS AN AVERAGE OF 400GUESTS PER DAY.
THANK YOU FOR VISITING MY BLOG AND HOPE YOU ENJOY EACH TIME.
The purpose of this blog is the creation of an open, international, independent and free forum, where every UFO-researcher can publish the results of his/her research. The languagues, used for this blog, are Dutch, English and French.You can find the articles of a collegue by selecting his category. Each author stays resposable for the continue of his articles. As blogmaster I have the right to refuse an addition or an article, when it attacks other collegues or UFO-groupes.
Druk op onderstaande knop om te reageren in mijn forum
Zoeken in blog
Deze blog is opgedragen aan mijn overleden echtgenote Lucienne.
In 2012 verloor ze haar moedige strijd tegen kanker!
In 2011 startte ik deze blog, omdat ik niet mocht stoppen met mijn UFO-onderzoek.
BEDANKT!!!
Een interessant adres?
UFO'S of UAP'S, ASTRONOMIE, RUIMTEVAART, ARCHEOLOGIE, OUDHEIDKUNDE, SF-SNUFJES EN ANDERE ESOTERISCHE WETENSCHAPPEN - DE ALLERLAATSTE NIEUWTJES
UFO's of UAP'S in België en de rest van de wereld In België had je vooral BUFON of het Belgisch UFO-Netwerk, dat zich met UFO's bezighoudt. BEZOEK DUS ZEKER VOOR ALLE OBJECTIEVE INFORMATIE , enkel nog beschikbaar via Facebook en deze blog.
Verder heb je ook het Belgisch-Ufo-meldpunt en Caelestia, die prachtig, doch ZEER kritisch werk leveren, ja soms zelfs héél sceptisch...
Voor Nederland kan je de mooie site www.ufowijzer.nl bezoeken van Paul Harmans. Een mooie site met veel informatie en artikels.
MUFON of het Mutual UFO Network Inc is een Amerikaanse UFO-vereniging met afdelingen in alle USA-staten en diverse landen.
MUFON's mission is the analytical and scientific investigation of the UFO- Phenomenon for the benefit of humanity...
Je kan ook hun site bekijken onder www.mufon.com.
Ze geven een maandelijks tijdschrift uit, namelijk The MUFON UFO-Journal.
Since 02/01/2020 is Pieter ex-president (=voorzitter) of BUFON, but also ex-National Director MUFON / Flanders and the Netherlands. We work together with the French MUFON Reseau MUFON/EUROP.
ER IS EEN NIEUWE GROEPERING DIE ZICH BUFON NOEMT, MAAR DIE HEBBEN NIETS MET ONZE GROEP TE MAKEN. DEZE COLLEGA'S GEBRUIKEN DE NAAM BUFON VOOR HUN SITE... Ik wens hen veel succes met de verdere uitbouw van hun groep. Zij kunnen de naam BUFON wel geregistreerd hebben, maar het rijke verleden van BUFON kunnen ze niet wegnemen...
06-04-2023
These local fishermen from Brazil were almost pulled downwards into a sinkhole
These local fishermen from Brazil were almost pulled downwards into a sinkhole
Two fishermen from Franca, Brazil had a frightening experience when a sinkhole suddenly opened up beneath their jon boat, pulling it down into the murky depths of the water. The incident was caught on video, showing the men struggling to keep their boat from sinking as everything around them was pulled downward.
Image credit: LPE360
Remarkably, the size of the boat proved to be just right, with the front and back staying on land and spanning the length of the sinkhole. After the boat became stuck in the mud and debris rescuers used a crane to lift the fishermen to safety.
These two men were lucky to survive, it could also have ended worse, like what happened to a 36 year-old Florida man who fell into a sinkhole that opened suddenly at night beneath the bedroom of his suburban Tampa home, in 2013, calling out to his brother for help as he fell and although the brother of the man, frantically tried to help his brother, he did not survived the fall into the sinkhole
Today in UFO history: the Mysterious Westall UFO Encounter
Today in UFO history: the Mysterious Westall UFO Encounter
On this day, April 6, 2023, we commemorate the 57th anniversary of one of Australia’s most puzzling and intriguing UFO encounters. The Westall UFO incident, which transpired on April 6, 1966, remains an enigma that has captivated enthusiasts and researchers for decades.
The Westall UFO encounter took place in the suburban area of Clayton South in Melbourne. What sets this event apart from other UFO sightings is the number of witnesses who claim to have seen the object. Over 200 students and teachers from Westall High School and Westall State School, along with other bystanders, reported observing an unusual, silvery object in the sky that morning.
According to witness accounts, the mysterious object appeared to descend into a nearby open paddock before taking off again. Some witnesses also reported seeing smaller objects in the vicinity, as well as the presence of unmarked aircraft that arrived shortly after the event. The object remained in sight for approximately 20 minutes, leaving everyone present bewildered and curious.
In the aftermath of the encounter, there were attempts to dismiss the sighting as a weather balloon or an experimental military aircraft. However, the sheer number of witnesses, the peculiar flight patterns of the object, and the lack of any concrete explanations continue to fuel speculation about the true nature of the incident.
Over the years, the Westall UFO encounter has been the subject of numerous investigations, documentaries, and media coverage. Yet, despite these efforts, the event remains shrouded in mystery, with no definitive answers to satisfy the curiosity of those who have followed the case.
As we mark the 57th anniversary of this enigmatic event, the Westall UFO encounter serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of unexplained phenomena. The incident continues to pique the interest of UFO enthusiasts, researchers, and the general public, sparking debates and discussions about the possibility of extraterrestrial life and the secrets that may still be waiting to be uncovered.
In a world where scientific discoveries and technological advancements are made daily, the Westall UFO encounter invites us to ponder the mysteries that persist beyond our current understanding. This 57th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the enduring fascination with the unknown and to appreciate the sense of wonder it evokes in us all.
Unveiling the Enigma: Whistleblowers Reveal Covert UFO Reverse Engineering Programs in Washington D.C.
Unveiling the Enigma: Whistleblowers Reveal Covert UFO Reverse Engineering Programs in Washington D.C.
The mysterious world of UFOs has captured the imagination of people for decades. In recent years, the U.S. government has shown a renewed interest in unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), leading to the creation of the Advanced Aerial and Anomalous Research Organization (AARO). Now, a series of whistleblowers have come forward, shedding light on covert reverse engineering programs happening right under our noses in Washington D.C. In this exclusive exposé, we delve into the astonishing claims made by these insiders.
The AARO Task Force
The bipartisan UAP legislation passed in late 2022 marked a significant step in addressing the UFO phenomenon. This legislation led to the establishment of the AARO task force, headed by Sean Kirkpatrick. The task force’s primary objective is to investigate and understand UAPs and their potential implications on national security. Notably, the legislation also explicitly acknowledges the existence of UFO crash material, indicating a growing willingness to investigate such incidents.
In a surprising twist, multiple whistleblowers have come forward to testify to the AARO. These individuals, some of whom are still actively employed in their respective programs, have chosen to remain anonymous for the time being. Their testimonies provide a rare glimpse into the highly secretive world of UFO reverse engineering programs, revealing the existence of such initiatives within the heart of Washington D.C.
The insiders claim to have first-hand knowledge of the programs, including their names, locations, and the individuals involved. If given the appropriate security clearance, they have offered to personally escort interested parties into the labs where this groundbreaking work is being conducted.
What Lies Ahead?
The revelations brought forth by these whistleblowers have left the public with a burning question: What will Sean Kirkpatrick do with this information? Will he share it with others or keep it under wraps?
As the situation unfolds, it is evident that we are standing at the precipice of a new era in UFO research and understanding. The testimonies from these whistleblowers could potentially unveil long-hidden secrets and lead to groundbreaking discoveries.
VIDEO:
James Fox on what’s going on behind the scenes in D.C “UFO reverse engineering programs exist!”
The unmasking of covert UFO reverse engineering programs in Washington D.C. is a game-changer for the UFO community and the world at large. With the support of the U.S. government and the courage of whistleblowers, we may finally be on the verge of unlocking the enigma that has fascinated and perplexed us for generations. As we continue to investigate these astonishing claims, we can only wonder what fascinating revelations lie ahead.
Steven Spielberg is among the few commercially successful movie directors who has a great interest in the UFO phenomenon. He probably knows something intriguing about aliens and UFOs, and that is why he did the 1982 blockbuster “E.T.” and the 1972 “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”
Spielberg expressed his thoughts on UFOs and extraterrestrials during a 2023 interview on “The Late Show with Steven Colbert.” While he admitted to never having seen a UFO himself, he stated his belief in those who have experienced unexplainable encounters:
“I think what has been coming up recently is fascinating, absolutely fascinating. And I think the secrecy that is shrouding all of these sightings and the lack of transparency… I think there is something going on that just needs extraordinary due diligence.”
When it comes to the possibility of extraterrestrial life, Spielberg firmly believes that we are not alone in the universe. He stated: “I don’t believe we’re alone in the universe. I think it’s mathematically impossible that we are the only intelligent species in the cosmos. I think that’s totally impossible.”
However, he is skeptical about the idea of interstellar travel: “At the same time, it also seems impossible that someone would visit us from 400 million lightyears from here — except in the movies, of course — unless it figures out some way of jumping the shark, so to speak, and getting here through wormholes.”
While he doubts that any beings have yet mastered faster-than-light travel, he believes that time travel may be a possibility for humans. Spielberg shared an engaging theory: “What if it’s us, 500,000 years in the future, that is coming back to document the second half of the 20th century and into the 21st century because they’re anthropologists? And they know something we don’t quite know yet that has occurred, and they’re trying to track the last hundred years of our history.”
Spielberg believes that the 1982 film had a valid point and suspects that the US government is hiding information about UFOs from the public. “I think the secrecy that is shrouding all of these sightings and the lack of transparency until the Freedom of Information Act compels certain materials to be released publicly, I think that there is something going on that simply needs extraordinary due diligence,” he said on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.”
In 2009, filmmaker James Fox, an advocate for government transparency on the subject of UFOs released a documentary titled “I Know What I Saw,” which explores reasons behind government secrecy and features credible witnesses from around the world testifying at the National Press Club event in November 2007. (Source)
Spielberg viewed the documentary and commented on it in a letter, but did not give permission for the comments to be made public at this time. Fox stated that Spielberg is an advocate of government transparency on the UFO phenomena. However, in 2013, Fox finally revealed the contents of a letter to Larry King regarding his UFO documentary.
With great curiosity, I watched the documentary you sent over and found it compelling. Personally, I would like to think we are not alone, and even though I have devoted a generous percentage of my movies to extraterrestrial related themes, I for one have never seen a UFO. That is so unfair! (sic)
I hope you will continue to pursue this topic on your program, and that some day our government will offer a total disclosure about what they know about unidentified flying objects and their true and natural origins.
I continue to enjoy watching you and all your guests.
All my best,
Signed: Steven
Fox expressed his disappointment in Spielberg’s lack of public endorsement for his film. According to him, Spielberg is someone who is aware of a cover-up and holds significant influence in the entertainment industry. In the movie “Close Encounters,” Spielberg included Dr. J. Allen Hynek as a nod to those familiar with the topic, suggesting that it was based on actual events. Despite this, Fox felt that Spielberg did not make a small effort to support an independent filmmaker like himself and help his movie succeed.
Very few people know about the secret conversation that happened between Spielberg and President Ronald Reagan about extraterrestrials and close encounters. According to Journalist Alejandro Rojas, during a special screening of ET at the White House in 1982, President Reagan did make a comment about everything in the movie being true.
Ronald and Nancy Reagan speaking with Spielberg after the screening of ET. image credit: Ronald Reagan Library
Reagan whispered to Spielberg that everything shown in the movie was real. It was confirmed by Spielberg while giving an interview to Quint (aka Eric Vespe).
Spielberg said:
“No, he wasn’t ushered out of the room. He was the President of the United States! Nobody could usher Ronald Reagan out of the room! It was in the White House screening room and Reagan got up to thank me for bringing the film to show the President, the First Lady, and all of their guests, which included Sandra Day O’Connor in her first week as a Justice of the Supreme Court, and it included some astronauts… I think Neil Armstrong was there, I’m not 100% certain, but it was an amazing, amazing evening.
He just stood up and he looked around the room, almost like he was doing a headcount, and he said, “I wanted to thank you for bringing E.T. to the White House. We really enjoyed your movie,” and then he looked around the room and said, “And there are a number of people in this room who know that everything on that screen is absolutely true.”
And he said it without smiling! But he said that and everybody laughed, by the way. The whole room laughed because he presented it like a joke, but he wasn’t smiling as he said it.
The room did laugh and then later on I’ll never forget my conversation with the President. He pulled me aside, he said… and I can’t do Reagan. I wish I could do that breathy, wonderful voice of his… And Nancy Reagan was standing right next to him and the President said to me, “I only have one criticism about your movie,” and I said “What’s that?” He said, “How long were the end credits?” I said, “Oh, I don’t know. Maybe three, three and a half minutes?” He said, “In my day, when I was an actor, our end credits were maybe 15 seconds long.”
He said, “Why don’t you let everybody get a credit… three and a half, four minutes, that’s fine, but only show that inside the industry, but throughout the rest of the country reduce your credits to 15 seconds at the end?” Nancy Reagan turned to him and said, “Oh, Ronny, they can’t do that. You know that.” And he went, “Oh, yes, yes. I suppose.” (laughs) That was the extent of my conversation about that. That was his only criticism, he felt the end credits were too long!
Spielberg was skeptical that President Reagan accidentally revealed anything important. He thought Reagan made a deliberate joke without any indication of humor. Although the joke was successful and garnered laughter from the audience, Spielberg, who called himself a UFOlogist, was hoping that there was a deeper meaning behind it. However, Spielberg ultimately concludes that Reagan was only trying to tell a joke.
The China National Space Agency (CNSA) has made considerable progress in recent years with the development of itsLong March 5 (CZ-5) rocket and the completion of its Tiangong-3 space station. The agency also turned heads when it announced plans in June 2021 to create an International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) that would rival the Artemis Program. On top of all that, China upped the ante when it announced later that month that it also had plans to send crewed missions to Mars by 2033, concurrent with NASA’s plans.
As part of their growing efforts to become a major power in space, which includes human exploration, China recently announced the completion of the first in-orbit test of a Stirling thermoelectric converter. The Shenzou-15 mission crew performed the test aboard Tiangong-3, and it was the first successful verification of the technology in space. This technology is also being investigated by NASA and is considered a technological solution to the challenges of space exploration, especially where long-duration stays and missions to locations in deep space are concerned.
Similar to how hydroelectric dams generate power, a Stirling unit converts heat into electrical energy through a series of piston-driven magnets. These pistons rely on a fuel source to generate heat, pushing the magnets back and forth through a coil of wire, generating electrical current. This process is known as the Stirling Cycle, which is more efficient than solar-powered systems and conventional batteries. Compared to other power systems, it is also lightweight, has a simple structure, a quick start-up cycle, and produces minor vibrations and low noise.
All of this makes the technology appealing to spacecraft engineers and mission planners, who see it as a more sustainable means for providing power to spacecraft and surface habitats. On the one hand, it can reduce their dependence on solar energy, which is limited by solar cell efficiency and is not always accessible in certain environments. Around the Moon’s South Pole-Aitken Basin, where multiple agencies plan to build research stations before the end of the decade (including China’s ILRS), a lunar night lasts fourteen days.
The Stirling power converter was developed by the Lanzhou Institute of Physics at the China Academy of Space Technology (CAST). It was transported aboard the space station by the Shenzou-15 crew and installed in the equipment cabinet in the Mengtian lab module. As the China Global Television Network (CGTN) reported, three in-orbit experiments were carried out in the lab module before the test run. The converter produced a stable power supply throughout, reportedly achieving a level of thermoelectric conversion efficiency that reached “an advanced international level under the same isothermal ratio.”
When paired with a nuclear reactor as a power source, Sterling engines could allow for long-duration stays on the Moon and Mars, augmenting solar power, batteries, fuel cells, and other conventional power sources. NASA is currently researching the technology as part of its Kilopower Reactor Using Sterling Technology (KRUSTY) experiment, which evolved from previous efforts to develop nuclear power applications for space exploration. NASA and DARPA recently announced a partnership to test a prototype nuclear thermal propulsion system in space (scheduled for 2027).
Artist’s impression of four KRUSTY generators providing power to an outpost on the surface of Mars. Credit: NASA/STMD
Shortly after that, the UK Space Agency (UKSA) announced they had contracted with Rolls-Royce to develop nuclear systems for space exploration, which could power a future lunar base. These and other attempts to realize next-generation power and propulsion systems are part of a growing effort to realize the next great leap in space exploration. They also reflect an undeniable truth about the modern space age: it’s an international affair characterized by competition and cooperation.
The capped device of Stirling thermoelectric converter. /China Manned Space Agency
The Stirling thermoelectric converter. /China Manned Space Agency
The uncapped Stirling thermoelectric converter. /China Manned Space Agency
We Now Have a Map of all 85,000 Volcanoes on Venus
A new map created with decades-old radar imagery from NASA’s 1990’s Magellan mission shows the locations of a whopping 85,000 volcanoes on Venus. The detailed map shows where the volcanoes are, how they’re clustered, and how their distributions compare with other geophysical properties of the planet such as crustal thickness.
This comprehensive study of Venus will help planetary scientists answer many outstanding questions about the planets’ geological history, such as why doesn’t it have plate tectonics like Earth? Was it ever habitable, and if so, for how long?
Sapas Mons, a large volcano on Venus, is about 400 km in diameter. It was imaged by the Magellan spacecraft, with a light source coming from the left side of the image. (Image courtesy of JGR Planets)
This is the second major finding from archival Magellan mission data, as just a few weeks ago scientists announced they found evidence of recent active volcanism on Venus. The authors of this new paper, graduate student Rebecca Hahn, and Paul Byrne, an associate professor of earth and planetary sciences, both from Washington University in St. Louis, say their new map can help locate the next active lava flow on Venus, and more.
“This paper provides researchers with an enormously valuable database for understanding volcanism on that planet — a key planetary process, but for Venus is something about which we know very little, even though it’s a world about the same size as our own,” said Byrne, in a press release.
It has long been known that volcanism has been a major, widespread process on Venus. And even if 85,000 volcanoes on Venus sounds like a large amount, Hahn said it is probably a conservative number. She believes there are hundreds of thousands of additional geologic features that have some volcanic properties lurking on the surface of Venus. However, they’re just too small to have been picked up by Magellan’s synthetic-aperture radar (SAR).
Building this global map was tedious work, as Hahn pored through planetary radar scans captured by Magellan. On Twitter, Byrne said this took years of work by Hahn. But she also took advantage of new technology.
“It was tedious, but I had experience using ArcGIS software, which is what I used to build the map,” Hahn said. “That tool wasn’t available when these data first became available back in the ’90s. We came up with this idea of putting together a global catalog because no one’s done it at this scale before.”
Image of “pancake volcanoes” located in the Eistla region, taken by the Magellan space probe. Credit: NASA/JPL
In building this global map, the researchers found that Venus is home to thousands of volcanic landforms, distributed across virtually the entire planet. The volcanoes range in size from much less than 5 km (3 miles) to well over 100 km (60 miles) in diameter. However, 99% of Venus’ volcanoes are smaller than 5 km (3 miles) in diameter.
“Although there are volcanoes across almost the entire surface of the planet, there seem to be relatively fewer volcanoes in the 20–100 km [12-60 mile] diameter range, which may be a function of magma availability and eruption rate,” the researchers wrote in their paper — (which is free to read online until early May 2023.)
While Venus is nearly the same size and composition of Earth, it doesn’t have plate tectonics so all Venus’ internal heat likely emerges through its volcanoes.
How does the amount of volcanoes on Venus compare with Earth? Right now, there are about 1,350 potentially active volcanoes on Earth, but the amount under the ocean is not well known. We also don’t know how many volcanoes have been active over Earth’s history. Of course, Venus is without oceans and without weathering to change planet’s surface. But we do know that more than 80 percent of the Earth’s surface–above and below sea level–is of volcanic origin.
“We’ve already heard from colleagues that they’ve downloaded the data and are starting to analyze it — which is exactly what we want,” Byrne said. “Other people will come up with questions we haven’t, about volcano shape, size, distribution, timing of activity in different parts of the planet, you name it. I’m excited to see what they can figure out with the new database!”
I found this pink and green plant growing from a rock on Mars, its one of the latest Mars Perseverance rover photos so its 100% news stuff. I have reported a white rose on Mars I found back in 2020, but this one being two colors and close up is just mind-blowing. Now you know why NASA puts most photos into false-color. To hide the truth from the public. 100% proof that life exists on planet Mars right now!
0
1
2
3
4
5
- Gemiddelde waardering: 0/5 - (0 Stemmen) Categorie:Ruins, strange artifacts on other planets, moons, ed ( Fr, EN, NL )
Mysterious portal appears above the Arabian Sea
Mysterious portal appears above the Arabian Sea
Two days ago the ISS live stream captured an unknown object that suddenly appeared above the Arabian Sea.
The strange object not only turns into a what looks like a portal or planet but it rotates and it moves through space until it slowly disappears again.
Could this object be an interdimensional portal that gave a glimpse of a parallel universe or could it have been a UFO or a small celestial body that cloaked and uncloaked itself?
While is unknown what the object may have been, one commenter questioned: "Could the ISS be layering an image to block out any UFO we may see and that was a spot that the real view got thru?
Whatever it was, it remains a mystery what exactly happened above the Arabian Sea.
The Craziest Alien Theories That Will Blow Your Mind
The Craziest Alien Theories That Will Blow Your Mind
When it comes to the existence of extraterrestrial life, there’s no shortage of imaginative and wild theories. Some are grounded in scientific speculation, while others are purely the products of vivid imaginations. In this article, we explore some of the craziest alien theories that have intrigued and entertained UFO enthusiasts and conspiracy theorists alike. Fasten your seatbelts; we’re going on a journey to the outer limits of human imagination
The Reptilian Elite Theory
One of the most bizarre theories is that shape-shifting reptilian aliens control the world’s governments and major institutions. These extraterrestrial beings, known as the Reptilian Elite, are said to be able to take human form, infiltrating powerful organizations to manipulate global events and enslave humanity. Proponents of this theory often cite alleged sightings of prominent figures, such as politicians and celebrities, briefly revealing their reptilian nature.
The Ancient Astronaut Hypothesis
The ancient astronaut hypothesis posits that extraterrestrial beings visited Earth in the distant past and played a crucial role in the development of human civilization. Proponents of this theory argue that ancient structures like the pyramids of Egypt, Stonehenge, and the Moai statues on Easter Island are too advanced for the civilizations of that time, suggesting alien intervention or guidance. They also point to ancient texts and artwork depicting otherworldly beings and flying craft as evidence of these cosmic encounters.
The Hollow Earth TheoryThis theory proposes that the Earth is hollow, with an entire civilization of advanced beings living beneath our feet. These subterranean beings, sometimes referred to as “Agarthans” or “Lemurians,” are said to reside in a world lit by a central sun, complete with oceans, continents, and advanced technology. Some variations of the Hollow Earth theory claim that these inner-Earth inhabitants are actually extraterrestrial in origin, having retreated underground to escape surface cataclysms or hostile alien races.
The Moon as an Alien Base
Some conspiracy theorists propose that the Moon is not a natural satellite but an artificial construct or even a spacecraft, created by advanced extraterrestrial beings. This theory suggests that the Moon is hollow, and its dark side is home to alien bases and facilities. Proponents of this idea often point to alleged anomalies in lunar photographs, such as unexplained lights or structures, as evidence of extraterrestrial activity.
The Galactic Federation
This outlandish theory claims that Earth is part of a vast interstellar alliance called the Galactic Federation, comprising numerous extraterrestrial species that have banded together to maintain peace and order in the galaxy. According to this theory, Earth’s governments are aware of the existence of the Galactic Federation and maintain secret communications with its members. Some versions of the theory even assert that the Federation is actively involved in preventing catastrophic events on Earth, such as nuclear war or asteroid impacts.
The world of alien theories is filled with fascinating, outlandish, and sometimes downright bizarre ideas. While most of these theories lack concrete evidence or scientific support, they do offer a window into the boundless creativity of the human mind. As we continue to explore the cosmos and search for signs of extraterrestrial life, it’s important to keep an open mind while remaining grounded in the principles of critical thinking and scientific inquiry.
Meet the Four Astronauts Who’ll Fly Around the Moon for Artemis II
The four astronauts chosen for NASA’s Artemis II mission will check off a string of firsts during their flight around the moon, scheduled for next year. It’ll mark the first trip beyond Earth orbit for a woman, for a person of color and for a Canadian. Artemis II will represent yet another first for Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen: Based on the current crew schedule, it’ll be his first-ever space mission.
Commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover and mission specialist Christina Koch round out the first crew for NASA’s Artemis moon program, which picks up on the legacy of the Apollo moon program. If all goes according to plan, they’ll be the first humans to circle the moon since Apollo 17 in 1972.
As NASA Administrator Bill Nelson geared up to introduce the crew, he echoed the moonshot vision that President John F. Kennedy laid out in 1962 in his famous “We Choose to Go to the Moon” speech.
“We choose to go to back to the moon, and on to Mars,” Nelson said. “And we’re going to do it together, because in the 21st century, NASA explores the cosmos with international partners. We will unlock new knowledge and understanding. We’ve always dreamed about what more is ahead. Why? Because it’s in our DNA. It’s part of us. It’s who we are, as adventurers, as explorers, as frontierspeople.”
Dozens of astronauts and scores of VIPs attended today’s big reveal at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Texas. Joe Acaba — the chief of the Astronaut Office — joked onstage about the secrecy that surrounded the selection of the four Artemis II crew members. “I’ll give you one hint: I am not one of them,” he said, drawing a laugh. “Don’t be so happy about that.”
Metaphorically speaking, the stage was set for Artemis II last fall when NASA’s Space Launch System sent an uncrewed Orion deep-space capsule on a weeks-long Artemis I mission around the moon and back. That flight was designed to test NASA’s hardware and procedures for Artemis II — and for the even more ambitious Artemis III mission, which currently aims to put astronauts on the lunar surface in late 2025.
The flight plan for the 10-day Artemis II mission, officially planned for November 2024, is analogous to the Apollo 8 round-the-moon mission in 1968. As was the case for Artemis I, the trip would begin with an SLS launch — but this time with people instead of test dummies inside the Orion capsule. After an initial systems checkout in high Earth orbit, the crew would fly past the moon and then make a gravity-assisted turnaround 6,400 miles beyond lunar orbit. The return to Earth would feature a 25,000 mph re-entry and an Apollo-style splashdown.
This NASA infographic lays out the flight plan for Artemis II. Click on the image for a larger version.
“Am I excited? Absolutely,” Christina Koch, who would become the first woman to see the moon’s far side with her own eyes, told today’s audience. “But my real question is, are you excited? I see you and I ask that, because the one thing I’m most excited about is that we are going to carry your excitement, your aspirations, your dreams with us on this mission.”
Jeremy Hansen, the only space rookie on the Artemis II crew, gave a shout-out to America’s leadership in space and Canada’s “can-do attitude.” His role on the mission recognizes Canadian contributions to NASA’s space effort, including the robotic arms for the space shuttle and the International Space Station as well as a lunar utility vehicle that Canadian companies are building for moon missions.
“For decades now, literally thousands upon thousands of Canadians have risen to that challenge to bring real value to the international partnership with respect to space exploration, to bring real solutions,” Hansen said.
“Human spaceflight is like a relay race,” Glover said. “And that baton has been passed from generation to generation, and from crew member to crew member, from Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Apollo-Soyuz, Skylab, Mir, the shuttle, International Space Station, commercial crew and now the Artemis missions. We understand our role in that. And when we have the privilege of having that baton, we’re going to do our best to run a good race, to make you proud.”
Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman closed out the ceremony with a round of thanks to NASA’s workforce, its international partners — and particularly to his fellow astronauts, including the International Space Station’s current crew.
“If any of you over there are looking for heroes, go Google these folks, because they’re our heroes,” Wiseman said.
Commander Reid Wiseman Hometown: Baltimore, Md. Born: 1975 Background: Naval aviator, test pilot, selected to become astronaut in 2009. Spaceflight experience: Expedition 40/41 on International Space Station, 2014.
Pilot Victor Glover Hometown: Pomona, Calif. Born: 1976 Background: Naval aviator, test pilot, selected as NASA astronaut in 2013. Spaceflight experience: SpaceX Crew-1 and Expedition 64 on International Space Station, 2020-2021.
Mission specialist Christina Hammock Koch Hometown: Grand Rapids, Mich. Born: 1979 Background: Engineer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, research associate in U.S. Antarctic Program, electrical engineer at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, researcher at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, selected as NASA astronaut in 2013. Spaceflight experience: Expedition 59/60/61 on International Space Station, 2019-2020.
Mission specialist Jeremy Hansen (Canada) Hometown: London, Ontario Born: 1976 Background: Fighter pilot, selected as Canadian Space Agency astronaut in 2009. Training experience: Cave test subject with European Space Agency’s CAVES program in 2013, aquanaut with NEEMO 19 underwater test program in 2014.
And here are a few reactions from notables on Twitter:
Astronomers Think They've Found One of the Biggest Black Holes Ever Seen
In 1931, Indian-American physicist Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar proposed a resolution to Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity that postulated the existence of black holes. By 1972, astronomers obtained the first conclusive evidence that these objects existed in our Universe. Observations of quasars and the center of the Milky Way also revealed that most massive galaxies have supermassive black holes (SMBHs) at their cores. Since then, the study of black holes has revealed that these objects vary in size and mass, ranging from micro black holes (MBHs) and intermediate black holes (IMBHs) to SMBHs.
Using astronomical simulations and a technique known as Gravitational Lensing, an international team of astrophysicists detected what could be the largest black hole ever observed. This ultramassive black hole (UMBH) has a mass roughly 30 billion times that of our Sun and is located near the center of the Abell 1201 galaxy cluster, roughly 2.7 billion light-years from Earth. This is the first time a black hole has been found using Gravitational Lensing, and it could enable studies that look farther into space to find black holes and deepen our understanding of their size and scale.
This illustration shows how gravitational lensing works. The gravity of a large galaxy cluster is so strong it bends, brightens, and distorts the light of distant galaxies behind it.
Credit: NASA, ESA, L. Calcada
Gravitational Lensing (GL) refers to a phenomenon predicted by General Relativity, which describes how spacetime curvature is warped by the presence of massive objects. This technique involves astronomers using massive objects in the foreground (like galaxies or galaxy clusters) to amplify light from more distant objects. This enables astronomers to study objects that would otherwise be inaccessible to them, either because of distance or the presence of other objects along the same line of sight. This technique also allows astronomers to study distant objects in greater detail, such as the Abell 1201 cluster.
Dr. Nightingale and his associates began studying this cluster in 2004 when Prof. Alastair Edge, a fellow Durham University astronomer and a co-author of this paper, reviewed images of a galactic survey and noticed a giant lens in its vicinity. For this study, Dr. Nightingale, Prof. Edge, and their colleagues consulted data from the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in multiple bands – including visible light, X-rays, and other wavelengths. Following up on what Hubble saw years ago, the team compared the data to simulations on the new DiRAC COSmology MAchine 8 (COSMA8) supercomputer facilities at Durham University.
Using open-source software (PyAutoLens) that astronomers rely on to model strong lenses, the team simulated light traveling between Abell 2021 and Earth thousands of times. Each simulation included a black hole with a different mass and how this would influence the way the light traveled over 2.7 billion years to reach Earth. Their results showed that a UMBH located in the foreground galaxy, over 30 billion times as massive as our Sun, would account for what Hubble saw. Astronomers rarely see black holes this massive, and this find (if confirmed) would constitute the largest black hole ever detected.
On top of that, it was the first time astronomers used the GL technique to detect such a massive black hole. What’s more, it could help astronomers learn more about UMBHs and dormant black holes in the future. Ordinarily, astronomers are largely restricted to studying active black holes because of how bright they are in multiple wavelengths. This is caused by gas and dust being pulled in toward black holes and forming tightly-bound disks that are accelerated to velocities approaching the speed of light (aka. relativistic speed).
This causes the material in the disk to become highly energetic, emitting radiation in visible light, infrared, X-rays, radio waves, and other wavelengths. The same occurs when the material infalls and is accreted onto the face of the black hole, being torn apart at the subatomic level. This is characteristic of Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN), where a galaxy’s center shines brighter than all the stars in the galactic disks. This study has shown how dormant black holes, which are significantly less luminous, can be inferred by the presence of a powerful GL.
The team hopes that this study will lead to deeper explorations of black holes, which will benefit from the new class of 30-meter telescopes that will become operational in the near future. These include the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), and the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT), which will combine greater sensitivity with adaptive optics and interferometers. Along with improved data analysis and new methods, astronomers will likely be able to study even more distant black holes and gain additional insights into these behemoths.
Denver’s Hidden Secrets: Underground Bunkers and The Elite’s Escape Plan
Denver’s Hidden Secrets: Underground Bunkers and The Elite’s Escape Plan
The thought of a catastrophic event leading to the annihilation of a large percentage of Earth’s population is both intriguing and terrifying. While we can’t predict when or how such a disaster may strike, it’s worth considering the measures that have been put in place to protect select individuals in the face of catastrophe. In the United States, the chosen few would likely find refuge in Denver, Colorado – a location shrouded in mystery, conspiracy theories, and rumored connections to UFOs and aliens.
A Haven for the Elite
It’s no secret that world leaders and key government figures, like the President of the United States and Vice President, would be taken to secure underground facilities in the event of a doomsday scenario. Members of Congress and the military would also find themselves in protected locations. But what about the civilians? There are facilities around the world designed to house thousands of people, but who gets to decide who is saved and who is left behind?
Denver, Colorado, has long been associated with conspiracy theories and underground bunkers. One of the most famous theories revolves around the Denver International Airport, which has sparked numerous speculations due to its unusual artwork, Masonic symbols, and rumors of a vast network of underground tunnels.
Some believe that Denver International Airport serves as a cover for an extensive underground bunker system, built to house the elite in the event of a cataclysmic event. In 2011, when the Comet Elenin was headed towards Earth, President Obama was reportedly taken to a secret facility near Denver Airport instead of the usual Cheyenne Mountain bunker.
UFOs, Aliens, and Area 51
Adding to the mystery surrounding Denver is the purported connection to UFOs, aliens, and the infamous Area 51. Denver International Airport, with its peculiar design, has been linked to extraterrestrial activity, fueling speculations that the underground bunkers may serve a dual purpose – not only to protect the elite but also to hide evidence of alien encounters and advanced technologies.
Area 51, a highly classified US Air Force facility located in Nevada, has long been the subject of conspiracy theories related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life. While there is no direct evidence connecting Area 51 to the alleged underground bunkers in Denver, the secrecy surrounding both locations has led some to believe that they may be part of a larger, covert network of facilities designed to deal with potential alien contact and technology.
The Veil of Secrecy
The existence of these hidden bunkers and the role of Denver in sheltering the chosen few during an apocalyptic event, as well as its possible connections to UFOs and aliens, remains shrouded in secrecy. While many dismiss these theories as baseless conspiracies, others argue that the government’s reluctance to address these questions fuels suspicion.
Conclusion
As we continue to ponder the possibility of a catastrophic event that could force humanity to “reset,” the debate around underground bunkers, the elite’s escape plans, and Denver’s mysterious role in the world of UFOs and aliens will likely persist. Ultimately, the question of who gets to survive while the rest of the population is left to face the consequences is a sobering reminder of the potential inequality in the face of disaster and the importance of transparency and accountability from governments around the world.
VIDEO:
The Why Files: What Are They Hiding Underneath? The Truth about the Denver International Airport Conspiracy
NASA reveals the crew for its first moon mission in 50 YEARS: Victor Glover becomes first person of color while Christina Koch becomes the first WOMAN to get called up for Artemis II lunar launch
NASA reveals the crew for its first moon mission in 50 YEARS: Victor Glover becomes first person of color while Christina Koch becomes the first WOMAN to get called up for Artemis II lunar launch
NASA has unveiled the crew that will take part in Artemis II mission
It includes the first person of colour and first woman selected for a moon mission
They will fly around the moon in NASA's Orion spacecraft in 18 months time
NASA has revealed the identities of the four astronauts who will make the first trip to the moon in 50 years as part of the Artemis II mission.
Victor Glover, 46, from Pomona, California, becomes the first person of color selected for lunar moon mission, while Christina Koch, 44, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, becomes the first woman.
They have been chosen alongside Reid Wiseman, 47, from Baltimore, Maryland and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, 47.
This mission will see them fly around the moon in NASA's Orion spacecraft in 18 months' time, reaching a maximum altitude of 5,523 miles above the surface.
Artemis II is the second leg of NASA's new moon program for the 21st century, which will see a separate team land on the lunar surface for the first time since 1972.
NASA has revealed the identities of the four astronauts will make the first trip to the moon since 1972 as part of the Artemis II mission. Victor Glover (second from left), 46, becomes the first person of color selected for a moon mission, while Christina Koch (second from right), 44, becomes the first woman. They have been chosen alongside Reid Wiseman (left), 47, from Baltimore, Maryland and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, 47 (right)
The newly announced crew will have already embarked on training for the mission but their identities have remained top secret ahead of today's press conference
WHAT IS ARTEMIS II?
Artemis II is the second leg of NASA's new moon programme for the 21st century.
It follows Artemis I, an uncrewed mission which launched in November 2022 and successfully returned to Earth 25 days later after circling the moon.
Artemis II is scheduled to lift off in 2024.
It will also see the four-man crew go around our lunar satellite but not land.
That honour will fall to Artemis III, which is due to blast off in 2025 if Artemis II is a success and NASA can keep to its strict timeline.
Artemis III will see the US space agency return to the lunar surface for the first time since 1972, possibly with the first woman and first person of colour walking on the moon.
It follows Artemis I, an uncrewed mission which launched in November 2022 and successfully returned to Earth 25 days later after circling the moon.
This tested Orion's technologies, including its heat shield, to ensure the future astronauts' safety for when they lift off in 2024.
The newly announced crew will have already embarked on training for the mission - but their identities have remained top secret ahead of today's press conference.
Victor Glover was selected as an astronaut in 2013 and became the first African American ISS expedition crewmember to live on the ISS seven years later.
He served as pilot and second-in-command on the Crew-1 SpaceX Crew Dragon, named Resilience, which arrived at the space station in 2020.
Christina Koch is the record holder for the longest single spaceflight by a woman, having spent 328 days in orbit during her trip to the ISS between 2019 and 2020.
That surpassed the previous record of 288 days held by Peggy Whitson.
Just a few months prior, Koch and another female astronaut, Jessica Meir, completed the first all-woman spacewalk.
Following her record-breaking ISS mission, Koch was included in Time's Most Influential People of 2020.
Christina Koch (pictured) 44, is the record holder for the longest single spaceflight by a woman, having spent 328 days in orbit during her trip to the ISS between 2019 and 2020.
Victor Glover (pictured) was selected as an astronaut in 2013 and became the first African American ISS expedition crewmember to live on the ISS seven years later
Wiseman is a 47-year-old test pilot who stepped down as chief of the astronaut office in November last year.
The astronaut holding this role is traditionally involved in assigning crews for each space mission — but is not eligible to fly themselves.
This led to rumors that the decorated naval aviator's resignation could signify his involvement in the first moon mission in 50 years.
This turned out to be true, as he was named Commander of the mission.
Hansen, from London, Canada, has never been to space but was the favorite among four potential Canadian Space Agency astronauts to get the nod for Artemis II.
Reid Wiseman (pictured) is a 47-year-old test pilot who stepped down as chief of the astronaut office in November last year
Jeremy Hansen (pictured), from London, Canada, has never been to space but was the favourite among four potential Canadian Space Agency astronauts to get the nod for Artemis II
Artemis II is the second leg of NASA's new moon programme for the 21st century. It follows Artemis I , an uncrewed mission which launched in November 2022 and successfully returned to Earth 25 days later after circling the moon
peculation has been rife about who could be aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft, with at least one female astronaut strongly expected to be among them.
NASA associate administrator Jim Free said in a statement: 'We're looking forward to that crew flying on Artemis II.
'Right now, there's nothing holding us up based on what we learned on Artemis I.'
Artemis II, which is scheduled to take place in late November 2024, will take a four-person crew around the moon but won't land on it.
That honor is due to fall to Artemis III the following year.
It is part of NASA's ambitious program that aims to return humans to the moon for the first time since the historic Apollo missions ended in 1972.
The US space agency hopes to establish a lasting human presence on the lunar surface and later launch a years-long trip to Mars.
Only 12 people – all of them white men – have set foot on the moon.
The last to leave his footprints on the surface was Eugene Cernan, commander of the Apollo 17 mission.
Artemis II is a follow up to the Artemis I mission, which completed a 25-day mission around the moon in late 2022. It blasted into space on NASA's new Space Launch System rocket (pictured)
Splashdown: Artemis I's Orion capsule is retrieved from the Pacific after a successful mission
Just before leaving, Cernan dropped to one knee and etched his daughter Tracey's initials, 'TDC', into the lunar soil.
Because the moon has no wind or atmosphere, it will likely remain there for a very long time.
Cernan, who died in 2017 aged 82, was joined on the surface by scientist Harrison Schmitt.
Schmitt was the only person without a background in military aviation to walk on the moon.
Making up the Apollo 17 crew was Ronald Evans, who was the last human to orbit the moon alone.
At 147 hours and 43 minutes, he also holds the record for the most time spent in lunar orbit after serving as command module pilot for the mission.
Evans died of a heart attack aged 56 in 1990.
Artemis I launched on November 16, 2022. The program, however, was plagued with numerous delays that pushed the maiden launch data back since August.
The $4 billion Space Launch System endured fuel leak concerns, engine issues and escaped the clutches of not one but two hurricanes.
NASA said during the November launch that if all went well, the world could see humans take the same journey in 2024 - and the hope is becoming a reality.
'Our plan has always been 12 months, but there are significant developments that have to occur,' Free said.
'We're still sticking with that 12 months, but we're always looking at the development of all the hardware that has to come together for that.'
NASA announced Tuesday it is on track to send four people around the moon and back in 2024. The crew will launch atop the Artemis Space Launch System (SLS) rocket
NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the moon in 2025 as part of the Artemis mission
Artemis was the twin sister of Apollo and goddess of the moon in Greek mythology.
NASA has chosen her to personify its path back to the moon, which will see astronauts return to the lunar surface by 2025 - including the first woman and the next man.
Artemis 1, formerly Exploration Mission-1, is the first in a series of increasingly complex missions that will enable human exploration to the moon and Mars.
Artemis 1 will be the first integrated flight test of NASA’s deep space exploration system: the Orion spacecraft, Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the ground systems at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Artemis 1 will be an uncrewed flight that will provide a foundation for human deep space exploration, and demonstrate our commitment and capability to extend human existence to the moon and beyond.
During this flight, the spacecraft will launch on the most powerful rocket in the world and fly farther than any spacecraft built for humans has ever flown.
It will travel 280,000 miles (450,600 km) from Earth, thousands of miles beyond the moon over the course of about a three-week mission.
Artemis 1, formerly Exploration Mission-1, is the first in a series of increasingly complex missions that will enable human exploration to the moon and Mars. This graphic explains the various stages of the mission
Orion will stay in space longer than any ship for astronauts has done without docking to a space station and return home faster and hotter than ever before.
With this first exploration mission, NASA is leading the next steps of human exploration into deep space where astronauts will build and begin testing the systems near the moon needed for lunar surface missions and exploration to other destinations farther from Earth, including Mars.
The will take crew on a different trajectory and test Orion’s critical systems with humans aboard.
Together, Orion, SLS and the ground systems at Kennedy will be able to meet the most challenging crew and cargo mission needs in deep space.
Eventually NASA seeks to establish a sustainable human presence on the moon by 2028 as a result of the Artemis mission.
The space agency hopes this colony will uncover new scientific discoveries, demonstrate new technological advancements and lay the foundation for private companies to build a lunar economy.
NASA stuurt voor de eerste keer een vrouw en een zwarte man richting de maan, lancering eind 2024 gepland
NASA stuurt voor de eerste keer een vrouw en een zwarte man richting de maan, lancering eind 2024 gepland
UPDATEDe Amerikaanse astronauten Reid Wiseman (47), Victor Glover (46) en Christina Koch (44) en de Canadees Jeremy Hansen (47) gaan volgend jaar, na een onderbreking van meer dan 50 jaar, opnieuw rond de maan vliegen. Dat maakte de Amerikaanse ruimtevaartorganisatie NASA maandag bekend. De vier ruimtevaarders vormen de bemanning van de vlucht Artemis II, de laatste generale repetitie voordat mensen weer voet op de maan zetten.
De lancering staat voorlopig gepland voor eind 2024. De bemanningsleden gaan niet op de maan zelf landen. Dat moet gebeuren met de missie Artemis III, die op zijn vroegst in 2025 wordt uitgevoerd. In 1972 liepen voor het laatst mensen op de maan rond. Met de keuze voor een vrouw en een kleurling komt NASA zijn belofte na om meer diversiteit te brengen in zijn exploratie-inspanningen. Alle vorige bemande missies naar de maan werden uitgevoerd door blanke mannen.
“De missie Artemis II is de volgende stap in het grote doel om naar Mars te reizen”, zei Reid Wiseman, die de bevelhebber van de missie wordt. De zwarte Amerikaan Victor Glover is de piloot van de missie. Koch en Hanson zijn de “ondersteunde missiespecialisten”. Ze zullen nu beginnen aan een intensieve training om zich voor te bereiden voor de missie.
De VS en Canada werken al langer nauw samen aan reizen naar de maan. Daarvoor is het Artemis-programma opgezet om uiteindelijk een duurzame buitenpost op de maan te vestigen. De eerste vlucht uit het project was Artemis I, die begon op 16 november. Het onbemande ruimteschip vloog naar de maan, draaide een paar rondjes eromheen en begon daarna aan de terugvlucht. Op 11 december plonsde de capsule in de Grote Oceaan.
Op het verste punt was het ruimteschip ongeveer 430.000 kilometer van de aarde verwijderd, volgens de NASA meer dan duizend keer zo ver weg als het internationale ruimtestation ISS. Nog nooit is een ruimteschip dat voor mensen is gebouwd zo ver weg gevlogen. Het is nu de bedoeling dat de vier astronauten ongeveer dezelfde ruimtereis zullen ondernemen.
0
1
2
3
4
5
- Gemiddelde waardering: 0/5 - (0 Stemmen) Categorie:HLN.be - Het Laatste Nieuws ( NL)
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
NSA whistleblower and american hero Edward Snowden agrees with us here at Redacted that all of this UFO talk is just a distraction to take your mind off of what’s really going on here. Take your mind off Seymour Hersh’s bombshell report that the US blew up the Nord Stream pipeline. Distract us all from the coming WW3 that NATO is actively pulling us into.
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
What Edward Snowden Just Said about UFO’s Is Terrifying and Should Concern all of Us
NSA whistleblower and american hero Edward Snowden agrees with us here at Redacted that all of this UFO talk is just a distraction to take your mind off of what’s really going on here. Take your mind off Seymour Hersh’s bombshell report that the US blew up the Nord Stream pipeline. Distract us all from the coming WW3 that NATO is actively pulling us into.
In July 2021, Randy Young from Oklahoma decided to break his silence and share a UFO encounter he had experienced as a ten-year-old boy in 1975. The event took place at Miracle Mountains boarding school in Hartshorn, Oklahoma, where Randy and his brother witnessed an unusual circular shining light hovering in the sky.
As the day turned to night, the mysterious craft gradually approached, revealing its saucer-like shape and a band of lights encircling its midsection. For years, the brothers kept the sighting a secret, fearing the potential impact on their reputation.
Fast forward to 2021, the increasing attention surrounding government and military involvement in tracking unidentified flying objects inspired Randy to come forward with his story. He reached out to the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) to report the encounter.
Upon receiving Randy’s report, Mindy Totfest, the Oklahoma State MUFON director, recognized the potential significance of this case in UFO history. Her investigation led her to interview other individuals who were at the school during the time of the sighting, including Philip Buchanan, an older student, and a teacher who communicated via email. The accounts collected from these interviews revealed a consensus among witnesses, with some children even describing shape-shifting entities.
Mindy then asked the witnesses to draw the UFO they had seen. The striking consistency between the drawings further supported the credibility of their accounts. This cold case highlights the importance of organizations like MUFON in documenting and investigating UFO sightings, both old and new.
The value of older cases lies in their ability to validate more recent sightings and contribute to the larger body of knowledge surrounding unidentified flying objects. This particular case from 1975, with witnesses describing the same event despite not having spoken to each other for decades, serves as a fascinating example of the enduring significance of UFO encounters throughout history.
The stories of UFOs we hear today echo those from our distant past, when our ancestors documented their experiences with mysterious aerial phenomena through cave paintings and carvings. As we continue to investigate these enigmatic encounters, we may uncover even more connections between the past and the present, further enriching our understanding of the unknown.
The UFO phenomenon is known for its widespread occurrence and its impact on witnesses from diverse backgrounds. UFO sightings have been reported by individuals in various high-profile positions, and it is their accounts that capture people’s attention. One such noteworthy incident happened with Terry Lovelace whose account grabbed the attention of Lue Elizondo.
Terry Lovelace, a retired assistant attorney general and lawyer, who served as a media and EMT in the United States Air Force from 1973 to 1979, claims that an extraterrestrial craft took him. Lovelace claims to be repeatedly abducted by aliens, fitted with a tracking device and experimented on.
In 1973, Lovelace joined the U.S. Air Force immediately after graduating from high school. He received training as a medic/EMT and was stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, which was previously called Sedalia Air Force Base. The base served as a B-2 bomber base and missile base and was home to the 351st Strategic Missile Wing, with many Minuteman II nuclear-armed ICBM silos scattered across the rural area.
Lovelace was assigned as a base medic and drove an ambulance during the graveyard shift from 11 PM to 8 AM along with his partner, who he referred to as “Toby.” One night in January 1975, while on their regular shift, they were outside the ambulance stargazing when Toby, an amateur astronomer, pointed out the constellations and planets. Typically, their shifts were uneventful, but that night turned out to be very significant, altering the course of their lives.
Lovelace (now 69) went camping with Toby at Devil’s Den state park in northern Arkansas. While conversing near a crackling fire, they had difficulty hearing each other due to the loud sounds of crickets and tree frogs. Suddenly, an eerie silence enveloped them. “That sounds kind of clichéd – out of a movie – but that is exactly what happened to us,” he said.
As they gazed toward the horizon, three bright UFOs emerged and advanced in their direction. As the lights drew closer, the two partners could see that they were emanating from a black triangular prism as wide as two city blocks.
Alien sketch by Terry Lovelace
Terry’s re-drawn sketch originally dated Sep 4, 1977, of the massive 5-story-tall craft he and his friend “Toby” encountered in the clearing at Devil’s Den State Park in June of that year. Credit: Terry Lovelace
Lovelace noticed a blue laser beam rapidly moving across them, possibly scanning their presence. Soon after it stopped, they lost consciousness. Upon awakening, he noticed Toby gazing outside the tent, and spotted a triangle-shaped object hovering above a group of approximately twelve children who were standing in a meadow below them. Lovelace questioned, “Why are these children out here at this time of night?”
“They aren’t little kids. Don’t you remember they took us and they hurt us?” Toby answered.
According to Lovelace, when Toby uttered those words, he experienced a sudden recall of memories of being inside a UFO. In later years, he resorted to hypnosis to recover his missing memories. Through one of these sessions, Lovelace recollected an incident where he had been taken aboard a spacecraft and subjected to medical experimentation by peculiar entities.
Those entities were humanoid forms, but their characteristics were distorted and almost non-human. They communicated with each other through telepathy and seemed to be performing a medical procedure on Lovelace. During his hypnosis sessions, Lovelace experienced flashes of memory where he was on an examination table and screaming, but no sound was coming out of his mouth. He could hear telepathic messages in his head, urging him to stop screaming because they did not intend to harm him and would take him back.
Lovelace said that they had a terrible experience that left their skin red and sore like a bad sunburn all over their body, even the soles of their feet. They had to go to the hospital at the base for two days because they were very dehydrated.
While they were there, they were questioned many times by some men who said they were from the “Office of Special Investigations.” They searched his home and car for a camera that Lovelace said he did not have, but they did not believe him. They also told him not to see his partner Toby again, who was sent to another base. The whole experience made Lovelace have nightmares and affected him mentally for a long time.
Terry Lovelace was profoundly disturbed by his encounter and left with numerous unanswered queries. Subsequently, he authored a book titled “Incident at Devils Den: A True Story,” with the intention of uncovering the facts about extraterrestrial abductions and inspiring others to share their experiences.
During a routine X-ray of his leg in 2012, a foreign object was discovered in his leg above the knee. The X-ray revealed an artificial object, about the size of a fingernail, with two wires attached, which the radiologist believed resembled an “RFID compute device.” The radiologist also noticed a collection of foreign objects in his’s calf muscle and was surprised that there was no corresponding scar in the skin. This discovery led Lovelace to recall a traumatic event from 1977 that they had never intended to disclose to anyone.
X-ray shows a chip-like object
Credit: Terry Lovelace
The most astonishing aspect of this discovery was that there were no signs of incision or surgery on Lovelace’s leg, and the radiologist who detected the object claimed that an absent scar would mean Lovelace was born with this thing in his leg.
“September of 2017, I was a guest speaker at a UFO event in Houston. It was my first public appearance and opportunity to speak candidly on the topic of alien abduction. This was the time when I decided to write a book. It’s an important topic. We deserve to be informed and not mislead.
I fear we’ve been desensitized about the UFO phenomena by the media especially the motion picture industry. Close Encounters of the Third Kind was released in November 1977. my experience happened in June that same year. Now, YouTube provides a flood of valid information mixed with confabulation and deception. Know the truth. Alien’s really exist and some live and walk among us without so much as a second look. There are probably many species from different worlds or different dimensions here on Earth today.
Terry Lovelace with former AATIP manager Luis “Lue” Elizondo, late June, 2019.
Credit: Terry Lovelace
Some aliens may actually be our ‘benign space brothers’ as some have claimed. Here to join hands and walk mankind into a new era of peace and higher consciousness. Maybe so, but not the ones we met. The beings we met were monsters. They kidnap people and subject them to terror and brutality in pursuit of their agenda. They are 100% purpose-driven and void of empathy for human or animal suffering. We are their lab rats. Once you’re tagged as their specimen you’re tagged for a lifetime. Like a wild animal on the Serengeti Plane.”
Five years ago, Terry Lovelace published a book that caused significant issues, leading to a year-long harassment incident over his home outside Dallas. Lovelace reports that following the book’s publicity, military aircraft, including two and four-seaters, as well as Airbus 350s with no registered “N” numbers, flew over his house. These aircraft, which were drab-olive in color, were spotted making flyovers at least twice a week, often every day. Lovelace captured many photos of the incidents, including one that appears to show a UFO in the same frame as one of the intruding aircraft.
USAF veteran Terry Lovelace suspects a UFO photobombed this helicopter as he tried to document evidence of aerial harassment of his home in Texas. £
Credit: Terry Lovelace via Bill Cox
After publishing a book about his experience, Lovelace received a call fromTom DeLonge, founder of To The Stars Academy, along with General Neil McCasland andLue Elizondo, who were interested in the X-rays of Lovelace’s leg, which had been injured during the encounter.
“I can attest to the fact that TTSA was interested in speaking with Terry regarding possible biological effects that he may have suffered,” states former AATIP manager Elizondo in an email. “Biological effects (are) a potential serious aspect of what we studied in AATIP and we now know that certain elements with the U.S. Government are equally concerned as we were. If Terry is suffering any medical consequences as a result of an alleged encounter with a UAP while serving in the military, then he deserves medical care.
“It is my experience that helicopters of unknown utility have been reported by certain individuals. It is not yet known if this is some sort of intentional harassment or simply a matter of being near a congested flight corridor. Obviously, flying a helicopter is expensive and logistically intense if this were some sort of campaign to intimidate individuals on a regular basis. We would need to do additional research to better determine the nature of these incidents,” he added, “before making any sort of proclamation.
“Terry is a good person who is also credible. I believe Terry and others are convinced their experiences are legitimate.”
Beste bezoeker, Heb je zelf al ooit een vreemde waarneming gedaan, laat dit dan even weten via email aan Frederick Delaere opwww.ufomeldpunt.be. Deze onderzoekers behandelen jouw melding in volledige anonimiteit en met alle respect voor jouw privacy. Ze zijn kritisch, objectief maar open minded aangelegd en zullen jou steeds een verklaring geven voor jouw waarneming! DUS AARZEL NIET, ALS JE EEN ANTWOORD OP JOUW VRAGEN WENST, CONTACTEER FREDERICK. BIJ VOORBAAT DANK...
Druk op onderstaande knop om je bestand , jouw artikel naar mij te verzenden. INDIEN HET DE MOEITE WAARD IS, PLAATS IK HET OP DE BLOG ONDER DIVERSEN MET JOUW NAAM...
Druk op onderstaande knop om een berichtje achter te laten in mijn gastenboek
Alvast bedankt voor al jouw bezoekjes en jouw reacties. Nog een prettige dag verder!!!
Over mijzelf
Ik ben Pieter, en gebruik soms ook wel de schuilnaam Peter2011.
Ik ben een man en woon in Linter (België) en mijn beroep is Ik ben op rust..
Ik ben geboren op 18/10/1950 en ben nu dus 74 jaar jong.
Mijn hobby's zijn: Ufologie en andere esoterische onderwerpen.
Op deze blog vind je onder artikels, werk van mezelf. Mijn dank gaat ook naar André, Ingrid, Oliver, Paul, Vincent, Georges Filer en MUFON voor de bijdragen voor de verschillende categorieën...
Veel leesplezier en geef je mening over deze blog.
![Based on new evidence from the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope, this illustration reflects the conclusion that the exoplanet LHS 475 b is rocky and almost precisely the same size as Earth. The planet whips around its star in just two days, far faster than any planet in the Solar System. Researchers will follow up this summer with additional observations with Webb, which they hope will allow them to definitively conclude if the planet has an atmosphere. LHS 475 b is relatively close, 41 light-years away, in the constellation Octans. [Image Description: Illustration of a planet and its star on a black background. The planet is large, in the foreground at the centre, and the star is smaller, in the background and also at the centre. The planet is rocky. The top quarter of the planet (the side facing the star) is lit, while the rest is in shadow. The star is bright yellowish-white, with no clear features.]](https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/230111134727-01-james-webb-space-telescope-exoplanet-confirmation.jpg?c=16x9&q=h_144,w_256,c_fill)
.jpg)
