HOW DO TOXIC PEOPLE MANIPULATE THEIR VICTIMS?

 In our lives, we constantly meet and get to know new people. Some spend only a few moments there, while others stay for longer. In many cases, we also make lifelong connections. It would seem that another person can only bring something good to our lives. However, this line of thinking is not consistent with reality. Very often the so-called toxic relationships have a negative impact on our well-being and mental health. Who are toxic people? How to recognize them and get rid of them from our lives? Here you will learn everything about this condition and how to fight it.

A toxic person is a person who is extremely good at manipulating others. He knows exactly what to say and do to be credible and ensure our trust. Toxic people are very nice and accommodating at the beginning of their acquaintance. We even perceive them as our friends - they surround themselves with a wonderful aura that eclipses their true nature. They support us and help us in difficult times, but over time everything changes completely. They start to destroy our self-confidence, make us feel guilty, and put us in the role of a victim. We become puppets of a toxic person. It sucks out of us all the will to live and the enthusiasm to do anything. When we are with her, we feel like we are drowning - as if we were running out of air. A toxic person adapts his behavior to the goal he wants to achieve. He lies, does not take responsibility for his actions, and always tries to appear in a positive light, blaming others for his transgressions. Such relationships should be ended as soon as possible. Unfortunately, it's not that simple.

• Toxic relationships can be destructive for us, so it is worth ending them at an early stage of development. The further we get to know such a person, the more difficult it will be to free ourselves from him. Therefore, it is worth learning to recognize this type of person after the first behavior. Here are typical behaviors of toxic people:
• Toxic people are often focused only on themselves. Only what concerns themselves is important, the rest does not matter. All that matters to them is their own goals and they do everything to achieve them. Such people put us to the test, expecting evidence of friendship or love. Another feature of their personality is constant jealousy.
• Toxic people use every opportunity to humiliate us and show that they are better and more important. They want to make us realize that only what matters is what concerns them.
• Toxic people don't care about others. They only talk about themselves and want help in solving their problems. The problems of others are irrelevant to them. They are characterized by variability of behavior. Sometimes they are nice, and other times they are arrogant and rude. They hurt us, point out our mistakes, and want to show that we are weak.

When dealing with toxic people, we must remember that they very often lie and manipulate others, adapting their behavior to their own goals.

• They make us feel guilty. They control us, intimidate us, and even use threats.
• After meeting a toxic person, we feel emotionally exhausted. We are tired of their company.
• A toxic person always puts themselves in the role of victim. The whole world is evil and they are always struggling. Nothing is their fault. What's more, they often blame it on us.
• They don't take the word "no." Toxic people want us to always do what they expect from us. They also do not respect the boundaries we set, even the smallest ones.
• They are very effusive. From the very beginning of our acquaintance, they burden us with even the smallest details of their lives.
• Toxic people are mean. They take joy in our failures - they are there for us especially then. There are cases where they abuse us mentally and even physically.

Toxic people very often adopt a characteristic type of behavior that guides them throughout their lives. We can distinguish several basic ones:

• Narcissists are toxic people who constantly talk about themselves. Even though we didn't even ask, they talked about their lives in great detail. When we want to add something, they quickly change the subject to remain the center of attention. Usually, we can't even say anything because they keep interrupting us. Of course, conversations with such people can be really tiring and even unpleasant.
• Controller – As the name suggests, such people want to control everything in our lives. Our every behavior, speech, and even thoughts. They also can't stand opposition, everything has to be their way.
• Pessimist – always shares only the sad aspects of his life. Everything is bad, the world is terrible, etc. He constantly puts himself in the role of a victim and emphasizes how difficult his life is. Conversations with this type of toxic people drain our energy. They usually make us feel worse and the world becomes gloomy.
• Critic – such a person does not take into account the views and feelings of others. She always tries to be the best and show herself in the greatest light possible. Criticizes the ideas and actions of others. Nothing suits him. He feels better than others. He is often arrogant and mean. It destroys our self-confidence and wants to let us know that we are hopeless.

A lover of chaos, he is a person around whom something is always happening. Loves to start group drama. Of course, she herself is innocent. He seems to be standing on the sidelines, but he encourages others to take action. He loves noise and arguments with others.

As we can guess, toxic behavior directed toward us leaves a significant mark. It should be noted here that they may appear not only in camaraderie but also in love, friendship, or family relationships. Sometimes it turns out that we have been dealing with such a person all our lives.

This is a very common case of a toxic relationship. Someone pretends to be our friend, we tell him our secrets, and suddenly it turns out that he has been talking about us behind our back or is simply bored with us. We expect support, closeness, and dedication from a friend. However, in relationships with such people, at some point, we start to force them. We feel undervalued and exhausted. When meeting a supposed friend, we feel that he is overwhelming us and taking advantage of us, which makes us nervous and simply sad. Maintaining a relationship with a toxic person often rests on our shoulders, and the nature of such a person does not make the task easier for us - which makes us feel emotionally, mentally, and even physically exhausted.

We have heard about relationships with toxic people many times. Love is a feeling that particularly exposes us to a toxic relationship because it requires a lot of emotional commitment from us. A toxic relationship destroys us from the inside. On the one hand, we feel that we love our partner very much, but on the other hand, we simply feel hatred. We live with conflicting feelings. We miss our loved ones, but when we are close to them, we feel like running away. The relationship overwhelms us and we feel limited. This is often due to jealousy, resentment, and lack of respect. Of course, such relationships with a toxic person should be ended as soon as possible, but it is not that simple. simply put, we cannot leave our partner. An example here is frequent returns to each other - as soon as we hear assurances that he has changed, we give in to the other person and enter into this relationship again. In some cases, we stay in relationships with toxic people for several years, hoping that something will change. Usually, after such a long time, we simply mature and decide to end the relationship for good.

Toxic relationships can also occur within the family. Parents play a special role here. Very often they show excessive control over the child, read their private correspondence, check their messages, and excessively control all their exits. Toxic behavior also occurs when parents constantly criticize their children. They demand more and more from them, constantly pointing out that they can't do anything. Such treatment translates into a lack of self-confidence and fear of almost everything in the future. Children are constantly aware that they are doing something wrong and strive for perfection. It happens that they choose this lifestyle and everything they do has to be perfect. A case of toxicity is also the moment when a parent forces the child to take care of it. He wants her to take care of the house, go to work, and support it. As we can guess, this amount of responsibility is too much for young people and results in many psychological injuries.

The most common example of toxicity is the so-called passive aggression used by parents who usually don't even realize it. This happens when a child does something wrong, and instead of starting a conversation and explaining to the child that it was wrong, the parents remain silent and ignore their child, causing him or her to feel guilt, stress, and fear. People treated this way will behave similarly in the future.

Unfortunately, cutting off a toxic person is not always possible, so it is worth taking every step to reduce any unwanted emotions and feelings that accompany us while being with him. We can:

• Talk directly and explain that we don't like the toxic person's behavior.
• Ask calm questions that will make a toxic person think about certain theories and beliefs, for example, if he or she says that all women are bad drivers - we will ask if he can give an example, if he knows many such women, etc.
• Act like him, as if in a mirror image, imitating his tone and speaking technique.
• Release your emotions, don't think about that person.
• Breaking off contact or limiting it to a minimum is a last resort, but sometimes it is necessary to get rid of toxic people from our environment.

As we see, not every acquaintance can be a positive factor that has a good impact on our lives. We should always carefully observe the behavior and analyze the words not only of a newly met person but also of long-time friends. Thanks to this, we can avoid or release an unwanted, toxic relationship that affects our mental health.

HOW NOT TO BE MANIPULATED

 People always have a solution for everything - we can present ready-made solutions to all the problems of other people's worlds on a golden platter, even when it comes to a field in which we are not entirely specialists. Giving advice makes us feel better. We are the ones who suggest a specific solution, we feel competent, and we hold the bull by the horns, not the other way around. By giving advice, we spread our views, values, and ideas about the world and reality, in which we put ourselves at the center.

Everyone has probably received a series of helpful pieces of advice in response to sharing their concerns or complaining. The thing is... we don't always expect "golden advice". Sometimes we want someone to just hug us or curse us. Does this make us toxic? NO. Everyone sometimes has a bad day and wants to complain rather than look for solutions to problems. However, let us remember that our interlocutors are not in our heads and do not always have to read our moods and needs flawlessly. If we don't want to receive any advice, it's best to say it directly.

First of all, you need to ask yourself whether I think I need this person's advice. People automatically start giving us good advice when we share our problems with them. The desire to influence the world is natural. However, it is worth considering what issues require support. Do we really want our friends to make decisions about our relationship for us? Does he have sufficient knowledge about you, your partner, and your feelings?

There are areas in which we need substantive support from an expert because unfortunately, one cannot know everything. That is why we trust a doctor, lawyer, or architect in situations when we do not have the appropriate competencies.

A hierarchy naturally develops in a group, and different individuals perform assigned or equally naturally accepted tasks. Everyone in the "herd" has a role to play and is improving to be able to perform it better. It is strange that modern man rarely realizes that he is not as independent as he usually thinks. In the early stages of their development, people imitated and learned from each other in order to contribute to the success of the group in which they functioned and without which they could not survive. Today, people are focused on their individual success.

Is such behavior against our nature? Collaboration stopped being people's strong points some time ago. One may wonder about the consequences of this change for the individual, but it should be noted that there are spheres of life that require cooperation and situations in which a person must rise above his or her individual good and work for the well-being of all in order to indirectly also secure his or her own interest.

Man subconsciously looks for a recipe for happiness. One "for everyone", because if everyone becomes happy thanks to it, it means that I can too. Thanks to this need, influencers, YouTubers, and internet "specialists" gain success. They are role models of success for people. After all, she does, so she definitely knows - she has some universal knowledge about how to be a successful woman. And we start to imitate - buy what they recommend, do what they do.

And like mushrooms after the rain, "professional" YouTubers, bloggers, and Instagram models are sprouting up - all captivated by the story of making millions pleasantly and quickly... Let's be honest, a certain percentage of people on the Internet pursue their passions, while others like to browse other people's materials, show their own, and try to do business. It should be noted that these people whom we put on a pedestal because they have a great life on social media, in reality, are not always as happy as in the photos. We listen to the advice not of those who know something, but of those who can advertise something well.

Psychologists point out that a certain kind of relationship is created between the person giving advice and the person receiving it, in which a certain hierarchy prevails. The person giving advice becomes the more important, "knowing", more experienced one, and the other person is subordinate because he admits ignorance and considers himself incompetent.

When we advise, we hold a higher position than the person we advise. During this exchange of thoughts and views, we begin to feel that we have higher competencies than we actually have, and if someone follows our suggestion, this feeling strengthens. This is often an unconscious or partially unconscious process - we influence someone's decision to feel better, to create the world according to our needs. When we talk about such conscious behavior, we simply call it manipulation.

Well, not necessarily, because life is about meeting our needs and trying to shape the world and reality around us so that we are happy. Advising can actually strengthen relationships with other people. Research has shown that helping others and improving their quality of life can increase our own level of happiness.

What's more, we can be asked for advice - it strengthens or even improves our self-esteem, because we receive proof that someone trusts us and that our opinion is important to someone. We also often ask for support in making some decisions so that we can divide the "responsibility" between other people. I need to decide something, but I'm not sure how to handle the situation, so I ask a colleague at work or a friend. Then, even if the idea turned out to be unsuccessful and I had to bear the consequences myself, I still feel better to some extent because I can tell myself that I was not the only one who thought that this solution would be good. We both thought so...

In some societies, the need to act for the common good is not as important as the happiness of an individual, but there are also societies in which the pressure to "complete" certain stages in life is very strong. Maybe you've also found yourself shrugging off "good" advice like "You really should get married already" or "Why do you work? Your boyfriend earns so much, you should tell him that he should support you.”

We often put up with this advice because it is the price of belonging to the group, and sometimes we even implement it because we feel that this is what is expected of us. And sometimes because of this, we stop being ourselves, we give in to persuasions, we do what we would normally never do and we ask for things we don't care about, just because others need it - children of successful parents become lawyers, " because it's the only right way to success", young people get married "because it's the right thing to do", artists and athletes give up on their dreams because it's not serious. Just because someone gave them good advice... Everyone does it, and we listen to them because then we can blame our failure on those who preferred to advise us on the path of less resistance...

…because it's easier.

Shapeshifting Reptilians | Is the evidence convincing?

 In the vast landscape of conspiracy theories, few are as captivating and polarizing as the claims that a reptilian race is secretly pulling the strings of global affairs. Popularized by British author and conspiracy theorist David Icke, the theory suggests that shape-shifting lizardmen have infiltrated the highest levels of government, orchestrating world events from behind the scenes. Although it is widely rejected by mainstream researchers and scientists, the belief in the existence of reptilians is quite popular and continues to attract devoted supporters.

The roots of the reptilian conspiracy theory can be traced to various ancient myths and folklore from cultures around the world. However, it was David Icke's publications and charismatic presentations in the 1990s that brought the concept into the spotlight. Icke argued that these reptilian creatures were of extraterrestrial origin and possessed advanced shape-shifting abilities.

Central to this theory is the belief that reptilian beings have a long-term plan to enslave the human race. According to Icke and his supporters, this program involves controlling and manipulating humanity on a global scale. This control is to be manifested, among others, by suppressing knowledge, fueling conflicts and arousing negative emotions in people.

Proponents of the theory cite various phenomena and historical references to strengthen their claims, although these are often met with skepticism and scrutiny. Below are some of the key elements presented by believers:

Slit pupils:

One of the most frequently cited pieces of evidence in favor of the reptilian theory is the alleged presence of slit pupils in the eyes of world leaders, celebrities and influential figures at specific times. Believers claim that this transformation in eye shape reveals their reptilian nature. Such instances are often captured in photos or video, and proponents suggest that these visual anomalies occur due to a temporary weakening of the creatures' shape-shifting abilities. Skeptics say these observations can be attributed to more mundane factors. For example, they suggest that changes in lighting conditions, camera artifacts, or inherent characteristics of certain eye shapes can create the illusion of slit pupils.

Symbolism and mythology:

David Icke's work delves deep into the interpretation of ancient myths and symbols. Believers claim that these narratives contain coded information about the presence of reptiles in human history. For example, they point to ancient depictions of snake-like creatures and dragon symbolism as potential evidence of the hidden influence of reptiles in our collective past. One of the main symbols associated with the reptilian theory is the snake. Believers point to ancient depictions of snakes in art, literature and religious texts as evidence of long-standing awareness of reptilian entities. For example, in Christianity, the snake is often associated with the devil in the form of the serpent in the Garden of Eden.

It is difficult not to acknowledge that snakes have been symbols of transformation, knowledge and power in various cultural contexts and in many isolated regions of the planet. This correlation has the right and even should raise doubts about their "accidental" nature. It is worth noting that interpretations of reptilian symbolism vary from culture to culture. For example, in Mesoamerican cultures such as the Aztecs and Mayans, snake symbolism was associated with deities such as Quetzalcoatl, who had both serpentine and birdlike characteristics.

When you examine most myths about shape-shifting creatures, a surprising number of them somehow involve dragons, snakes, and reptiles in general. It's hard to find a better example than the so-called Dragon Kings from Chinese mythology. In this legend it is clearly written that the reptilian kings can take on the face of humans and live in underwater palaces. There was also Kekrops, a half-man, half-snake, who was supposed to be the mythical king of Athens, which was then called Kekropia.

Anecdotal accounts:

Some people claim to have had personal encounters or experiences with reptilians. These accounts often describe encounters with individuals who briefly exhibited reptilian characteristics, such as unusual eye changes or moments of strange behavior. These anecdotes, while intriguing, are considered subjective and anecdotal.

Artistic performances:

Some supporters point to historical works of art, ancient sculptures, or modern illustrations as evidence of long-term awareness of reptilian entities. These depictions range from snake-like creatures in ancient petroglyphs to illustrations in popular media. Critics, however, argue that artistic interpretations are highly subjective and should not be taken as concrete evidence.

When examining the evidence and beliefs surrounding reptilians, it is important to take into account the complexity of the story. While supporters find these elements compelling, skeptics rightly point out that there are other more plausible explanations for the phenomena cited. You must remember that Icke's work draws a huge web of connections between ancient myths and reptilian symbolism. This is where the charm of this theory lies. It challenges the conventional understanding of the world, which has the right and even should arouse resistance from people who do not feel convinced.

Having read Icke's literature for many years, it is impossible not to notice that almost every seemingly symbolic narrative contains, in his opinion, encoded information about the presence of these beings throughout human history. The theses advanced by Icke are de facto unverifiable and that is why they are met with enormous skepticism and criticism. On the other hand, while the reptilian theory has not achieved mainstream acceptance, it has certainly left its mark on popular culture. It has inspired countless works of fiction, including books, films and television shows.

The theory about Reptilians taking on the image of humans is so deeply rooted that there was even a situation when journalist Louis C.K. jokingly asked Donald Rumsfeld, the US Secretary of Defense, if he was sure he was not a representative of the reptilian family. Interestingly, he did not receive a response at that time.

In conclusion, I will only mention that the ideal conspiracy is one that is generally considered improbable and absurd. Quite recently, the theses about the CIA prisons in Klewki, Masuria, were synonymous with idiocy and absurdity, and they aroused as much laughter as the theory about shape-shifting reptilian creatures. Is waterboarding Taliban in Polish Masuria still so funny today? Who knows whether a similar scenario will not repeat itself in the coming future thanks to the theses expressed by David Icke.

A strange flash on Jupiter captured by amateur astronomers

 A recent astronomical event attracted the attention of the community when a group of amateur astronomers from Japan managed to capture a phenomenal flash on the giant gas planet Jupiter. An unusual episode occurred a few days ago when astronomy enthusiasts recorded a bright flash that lit up Jupiter's atmosphere. Scientists curiously began to analyze this data to deepen their understanding of the dynamics of our solar system.

Captured on September 16, 2023, the flash is believed to be the result of a cosmic collision, likely caused by an asteroid or comet colliding with Jupiter's dense atmosphere. The force of the impact was enough to create a brilliant flash, visible from Earth, that was captured on video, sparking interest among the astronomical community.

Amateur astronomers play a key role in monitoring our skies and often contribute to significant discoveries. The recent event highlights the invaluable contributions that amateur astronomers make to expanding our understanding of cosmic phenomena and reminds us of the dynamic and ever-changing nature of our solar system.

While the scientific world is always keen to observe celestial phenomena, amateurs are often the primary source of discoveries and important observations. Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, is a fascinating object of observation for both professional and amateur astronomers. Its dense gas atmosphere and numerous moons make it an interesting place for research and observation, revealing secrets that may shed light on the formation and evolution of planetary systems.

A phenomenal flash on Jupiter captured by amateur astronomers from Japan raises hopes for exciting new discoveries. Analyzing this unusual event can help scientists understand the mechanisms of cosmic collisions and their impact on planetary atmospheres. Moreover, it could also provide important information about processes taking place in the dense atmospheres of gas giants like Jupiter.

The role that amateur astronomers play in this research cannot be overstated either. Thanks to their passion and interest, they are able to complement professional research conducted by scientists, providing valuable data and unique observations. These contributions are invaluable in light of the limited resources and time that scientists have at their disposal, highlighting the importance of the amateur astronomy community in advancing our knowledge of the solar system and the universe.

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Las Vegas has become the most popular UFO sighting site in the US

 According to local sources and UFO enthusiasts, the heart of the Nevada desert, known as a place full of glamor and entertainment, Las Vegas, has also become the scene of incredible sightings of unidentified flying objects. The charm of the mysterious night skies seems to be irresistible not only to humans but also, as reports suggest, to alien civilizations that choose this place as their meeting place with humanity.

Deep in the quiet desert nights, when the city lights sparkle like stars on the earth, evidence of an alien presence appears on the horizon. Steve Barone, a US Army veteran and enthusiast of unknown aviation phenomena, has been researching and documenting his observations on the Anomalous Vegas YouTube channel for years. Barone has amassed a large collection of recordings of mysterious objects that hover over the desert, moving at speeds and maneuvers that seem to exceed the limits of known physics.

Although for some people Las Vegas is associated primarily with casinos and entertainment, for Barone and other UFO researchers, this place is an open gate to unknown domains of reality. What makes mysterious objects choose these areas? Barone believes the answer may lie in the proximity of the mysterious Area 51 and Nellis Air Force Base. It is possible that these facilities are attracted to this location by the huge concentration of secret military projects and scientific experiments.

The allure of the Mojave Desert, endless spaces, and the stark beauty of the open landscape create the perfect conditions for these unusual objects to flit across the sky, unnoticed by most people. Only the most vigilant, with night vision cameras, can capture the moment when the sky becomes the stage of a cosmic spectacle.

Barone describes his observations as moving. The objects he managed to capture range from geometric forms to twinkling lights moving in synchrony that seem to interact with their surroundings in ways unattainable by modern human technology.

Although astronomical experts and scientists try to explain these phenomena, many questions remain unanswered. Dr. Jane Greenfield, a renowned UFO researcher, believes that Las Vegas may offer unique conditions for interacting with alien technologies. This could be a combination of local military installations, unique geographic features, and energy sources such as the power turbines at Hoover Dam.

It is this mix of mystery and incredible discoveries that attracts truth seekers to Las Vegas, transforming it into a true hub for UFO researchers. Barone's own experiences are just the tip of the iceberg, and his recordings encourage others to open their eyes to the sky.

While further research is necessary to fully understand what's happening in the skies above Las Vegas, one thing is certain: the city has become a major hotspot on the UFO map, attracting both scientists and the curious about alien civilizations.

One day, thanks to the constant research of enthusiasts like Barone and scientific cooperation, the truth about what lies behind the phenomena observed over Las Vegas may come to light. But for now, this mystery remains unsolved, encouraging us all to look to the sky with curiosity and an open mind.

Is the Moon an alien spacecraft?

 The Moon, our closest cosmic neighbor, has always fascinated humanity with its unique character and elusive mysteries. Although it is the largest satellite of the Earth and serves as an important regulator of our ecosystem, certain anomalies in its characteristics lead to reflection on its natural origin.

The first issue concerns the proportion of the Moon in relation to the Sun. It is surprising that although the diameter of the Moon is exactly 400 times smaller than the diameter of the Sun, its position, 400 times closer to the Earth, causes us to perceive both celestial bodies as similar in size. Such coincidences on a cosmic scale are rare.

However, what really intrigues researchers are the unpredictable movements of the Moon and its gravitational features. The theory of universal gravity suggests that the Moon could be absorbed by the Sun's gravity, but in fact, it maintains a stable orbit around the Earth. This anomalous phenomenon continues to be debated in the scientific community.

Additionally, analyses of the lunar surface by NASA and other space organizations have revealed many inconsistencies. For example, lunar rock samples dated by radiometry suggest that the Moon could be older than the Earth. Additionally, some of these rocks exhibit magnetic properties, even though the Moon does not have a permanent magnetic field. All this raises the question of whether the processes shaping the Moon were natural or perhaps artificial.

Some hypotheses suggest that the Moon could be an "artificial" object, perhaps a spacecraft or satellite constructed by alien civilizations. While such claims are fascinating, they should be treated with great caution. In the light of current knowledge, there is no specific evidence confirming such hypotheses.

One thing is certain: the Moon's role in maintaining the stability of the Earth's climate and its influence on phenomena such as tides make it irreplaceable for the existence of life on our planet. Even if the hypotheses about the "artificial" nature of the Moon turned out to be true, its importance for Earth would remain unchanged.

Conclusions about the origin and nature of the Moon therefore remain open. Whether a natural satellite or a constructed object, the Moon will continue to be studied, fascinating generations of scientists and space enthusiasts.

The mysterious disappearance of Annie Lat - was a UFO behind one of the most mysterious disappearance cases in history?

 The village of Yurinvaare, located in North Karelia, became the reference point for one of the most extraordinary reports of an encounter with extraterrestrial life in the early 20th century. In January 1917, Anni Lattu, a resident of this village, claimed to have been abducted by beings from another planet. At that time, when the world was preoccupied with war and the concept of a "flying saucer" was still unknown, such reports were rare.

Anni Lattu, described by neighbors as an extremely honest and reliable person, shared her experience with the local community. According to her, one day a huge flying machine landed near her house. Small beings emerged from this object and took her aboard without a word.

What's most fascinating about her account is how she described the inside of this machine. She mentioned unknown technology, a silent interior and communication without words - the entity communicated with her through thoughts. If her account is true, it points to technologies and methods of communication that would be far advanced compared to our civilization.

Anni Lattu's story was published in the local newspaper Kurkijokelainen, which attracted the attention of researcher Maurits Hietamäki from Research Finland. His analysis of Anni's account identified several key moments that also appear in other UFO encounter accounts.

One of them is the feeling of a "different" world inside the facility - the atmosphere of a quiet and peaceful journey surrounded by advanced technology. Another common theme is the ability of extraterrestrials to communicate telepathically.

Although Anni Lattu's story remains one of the few reports of UFO contacts from that period, it bears many similarities to later accounts. Importantly, at that time there were no science fiction films or literature that could influence her perception and description of the event.

Modern UFO research is increasingly focusing on analyzing such accounts, trying to find common features and clues that could help understand the nature of these phenomena. Is the story of Anni Lattu proof of the visit of an extraterrestrial civilization to Earth in the early 20th century? Or is it just the result of a hallucination or an experience of unknown cause?

While the truth about this event may never be revealed, Anni Lattu's account remains a valuable source of information for UFO investigators. In a scientific context, it emphasizes the need for further research on these reports, which - despite the passage of time - still fascinate and intrigue scientists around the world.

UFO over a stadium in Italy - mass observation of unidentified objects

 In the world of the paranormal, few things are as fascinating as mysterious UFO sightings. These unidentified flying objects not only intrigue but also often provoke questions about what may really exist beyond our planet. One of the most famous cases of mass UFO sightings is the event that took place on October 27, 1954, at the stadium in Florence.

Thousands of fans and players gathering for one of the most important football matches became unexpected witnesses of an unexplained phenomenon.

The silvery objects that covered the sky above the stadium not only surprised everyone present but also brought something even more extraordinary. Descriptions of what fell from the sky varied, but many accounts spoke of "Angel Hair" - a strange, cotton-like substance that disappeared as quickly as it appeared. Scientists have been unable to fully investigate the phenomenon, which has only deepened the mystery and fueled speculation.

Eyewitnesses to this amazing event are still alive and remember perfectly what they saw. They are sure that these were extraterrestrial planes that for some reason decided to openly show their presence on planet Earth. Their evidence raises many questions and debates among scientists and enthusiasts.

But the sighting in Italy is not the only one that has intrigued the paranormal community. There are many similar cases around the world. For example, in 1997, a phenomenon known as the "Phoenix Lights" passed over the US state of Arizona. Thousands of people watched a series of evenly spaced lights move slowly over the city, creating a trapezoid-like formation. The US government claimed that they were military flares, but many people still believe that it was a visit from another planet.

Could humanity come from another planet?

 Since the dawn of time, humanity has wondered about its origins. From theology to science, we searched for answers to where we came from and why we are here on Earth. Among many theories and hypotheses, one stands out in particular - the theory of Dr. Ellis Silver, which suggests that humanity may come from another planet.

Dr. Ellis Silver, a recognized expert in her field, has been exploring the secrets of human biology, anatomy, and evolution for years. At some point, she began to notice some inconsistencies and anomalies that seemed inconsistent with the generally accepted theory that humans evolved on Earth. So she began to question what was taken for granted.

Many people suffer from chronic back pain, which Dr. Silver says may be because our bodies were not designed to walk upright on this planet. She also noted that people tend to develop health problems when exposed to sunlight for long periods of time. So why this intolerance to the sun, if we are supposedly created to live on Earth?

Dr. Silver's next argument concerns our reproductive system. Why are human pregnancies so difficult and risky compared to other species? This may be due to the fact that humanity has not evolved naturally under current conditions and our bodies are still adapting.

Dr. Silver also pointed out that humans, unlike many other species on Earth, have difficulty surviving without clothing, shelter, or technology. We seem to be a species that is unable to survive in the wild without the aid of tools.

But Dr. Silver's most fascinating argument is our fascination with space. Why are we so fascinated by space, stars, and potential life beyond our planet? Maybe because we subconsciously feel that our real home is there?

Of course, Dr. Ellis Silver's theory is controversial and has its share of critics. Many scientists believe that her arguments can be easily refuted or explained in other ways. Nevertheless, this theory is gaining more and more supporters.

We cannot forget that science is constantly developing and what is considered controversial today may become a generally accepted truth tomorrow. Regardless of whether we agree with Dr. Silver's theory or not, it is worth admitting that it forces us to think deeply about our origins.

In an era in which we discover more and more exoplanets and look for traces of life beyond Earth, the question about our origins becomes even more pressing. Are we alone in the universe? Or maybe we are just the lost descendants of space travelers who visited Earth thousands of years ago?

There may be no answers to these questions yet, but one thing is certain - Dr. Ellis Silver's theory gives us a lot to think about and inspires us to continue searching for the truth about our origins.

Why does everyone care about the alien mummy reveal?

 The Mexican government's astonishing claim of thousand-year-old alien mummies has not caused a global stir. Why? Are we so used to the concept of extraterrestrial life that we have stopped caring about it? Or do we live in a hyper-reality where real discoveries are lost in a sea of information and entertainment?

For decades, aliens have been present in our pop culture. From computer games to movies and TV series, they have become an almost everyday part of our lives. For this reason, when a real discovery occurs, we react to it with little interest. Aliens have become for us not so much a mystery to solve, but one of many elements of the cultural background.

However, the presence of aliens in our culture is not the only reason for our indifference. Many conspiracy theories concerned alleged government actions to hide the truth about the existence of aliens. Such narratives have become as common to us as stories about aliens themselves, leading to a kind of cynicism towards any new reports on the subject.

Additionally, we live in an era where images are becoming more and more dominant. Gigantic planes flying through skyscrapers have become as real to us as traditional information. In such an environment, it is difficult to distinguish fact from fiction, which leads to an increasing distance from reality.

Another interesting idea is that our fascination with space is a reflection of our own fears and concerns. Maybe aliens, as they were portrayed in pop culture, were just a projection of our fears? From the Cold War to globalization, they reflected our fears of the unknown.

Scientists like Carl Sagan once argued that any advanced space civilization would destroy itself before it acquired the technology needed to contact us. Today, in the face of our own crises on Earth, this theory seems more relevant than ever. Are we, as humanity, able to survive our own technological and social progress, or are we doomed to self-destruct before we can establish contact with other civilizations?

The mystery of the UFO landing in the village of Valensole in France

 France, known for the romantic streets of Paris, the vineyards of Bordeaux, and the breathtaking landscapes of Provence, has become the site of one of the most controversial and unusual UFO incidents in history. The village of Valensole, located in the heart of Provence, has become the epicenter of a mystery that has not yet been solved.

It was a warm summer morning in 1965 when Maurice Masse, a local farmer, began working in his lavender field. There was no indication that this day would be different from any other. However, as the sun began to rise in the sky, Maurice noticed something unusual. A strange, oval object landed in one of his fields that was unlike anything he had ever seen.

Shocked and intrigued, Maurice approached the object. Two figures that didn't look like humans came out of it. They were short in stature, had large, twinkling eyes, and skin of an unearthly shade. These beings began collecting plant samples from the field, ignoring the shocked farmer.

Maurice, paralyzed with fear, watched them for a moment before he dared to come closer. Then one of the figures extended a kind of rod towards him, which emitted a bright light, locking him in place. After a while, the creatures returned to their ship and flew away at the speed of light, leaving a shocked and terrified Maurice behind.

When he told the villagers about his experience, many of them were skeptical. However, some of them also experienced strange phenomena during this period. Some claimed to have seen unidentified objects flying in the sky, others reported encounters with strange figures.

Word of this incident quickly spread throughout France, attracting the attention of many UFO researchers. Many of them came to Valensole to examine the landing site and interview witnesses. Some claimed to have found evidence of landing and remnants of unknown metal where the object was supposed to have landed.

Over the years, many theories have tried to explain this event. Some claimed it was a military experiment, others believed it was a real alien encounter. However, despite many studies and investigations, the mystery of the Valensole landing remains unsolved.

For many villagers and UFO researchers, this event has become a symbol of unexplained and unusual phenomena that occur on our planet. Was this a real alien encounter? Or is there another, more rational explanation? One thing is certain, the Valensole mystery remains one of the most fascinating and controversial UFO events in history.

Nowadays, the village of Valensole has become a place of pilgrimage for many UFO enthusiasts from around the world. Every year, thousands of people come here to see the site where this extraordinary incident took place and seek answers to the questions that remain unresolved. Will we ever know the truth about what really happened there? Only time will show.

SECRETS OF SPIRITUALITY: PHANTOM, YOUR FALSE SELF

 Throughout our lives, we create a so-called phantom personality. It is a collection of thousands or even more opinions of other people about ourselves, as well as various events. But wait a minute... Are these opinions real and truthful? Most often, these are their own, unconscious mechanisms. And most often, these opinions are expressed not from the level of their real self, but from the level of their phantom personality.

This phantom is, in other words, system codes imposed on the delicate and very vulnerable human psyche. They are often limiting, tyrannical, or silly, but they keep society alive and civilization grows. Something for something. The purpose of these codes is to tame the return of the animalistic wildness still present in us, as well as to force people to simply work.

However, they have grown to unprecedented proportions, stifling the individuality of the individual and becoming a caricature of themselves. Today, in the era of network media, the requirements have increased so much that anyone who deviates from the Insta model is reprimanded.

Therefore, if someone tells you that you are strange, stupid, maladjusted, ugly or that you don't do what you should do - learn to let it go freely. The phantom personality ultimately also harms these great critics and experts of life, because it pushes unworked patterns into the shadows and makes it difficult or impossible to fully show the world your potential - as you really are.

However, this approach can also become a convenient excuse to ignore the opinions of others and not work on yourself. It's not worth going this route either.

Mysterious disappearances in American national parks: An attempt to analyze the phenomenon

 The forests, mountains, and national parks in the United States definitely have their magic, attracting crowds of tourists. Unfortunately, every year we hear about people who mysteriously disappear during their trips to these areas. However, the scale of this phenomenon and the circumstances of many of these disappearances raise concerns and questions that are difficult to answer.

David Paulides, a former detective who decided to devote himself to private investigations, is one of the main experts on this phenomenon. His works, both books and films, document hundreds of cases of mysterious disappearances in national parks and wilderness areas across North America. However, it is not only the number of disappearances that is of concern. Equally disturbing are the recurring circumstances and patterns of these events, which Paulides calls "profile points."

Some of these points include: the separation of the person from the group, an unexpected change in weather immediately after the disappearance, and the inability of search and rescue services to find any traces of the person, despite the use of modern equipment and sniffer dogs. In many cases, searches ended in failure and missing people were never found, even despite enormous expenditure and advanced technologies.

Another aspect that is surprising and disturbing is the lack of a complete list of missing persons in protected areas. While the number of 500,000 missing people across the United States in 2021 seems huge, it is unknown exactly how many of them are missing in national parks or national forests.

Some theories suggest that the disappearances may be related to paranormal phenomena. For example, Paulides' latest documentary, Missing 411: The UFO Connection, suggests that the disappearances may be related to UFO sightings.

Although it is difficult to pinpoint the causes of mysterious disappearances, it is clear that there is a need for a deeper understanding of this phenomenon. Whether the cause is natural, human-made, or something more mysterious, every missing person is a tragedy for the family and community.

A key piece in this puzzle is continuing research and trying to understand the mechanism behind these disappearances. Paulides and other researchers of this phenomenon are working to not only collect as much data as possible, but also to raise public awareness of the potential dangers of hiking in wilderness areas.

One thing is certain, mysterious disappearances in American national parks are a mystery that requires further analysis, not only to understand the mechanism of this phenomenon, but also to ensure greater safety for people visiting these amazing places.

Where do ghost ships and other atmospheric mirages come from?

 The history of humanity is full of stories about inexplicable phenomena that amaze, intrigue, and sometimes terrify. For centuries, these observations have been attributed to gods, spirits or supernatural beings. In the age of science and technology, many, but not all, of these phenomena have been explained.

One of the most intriguing phenomena was an observation made by the crew of the ship Matador in the late 19th century in the Pacific. According to reports, under the tropical moonlight, sailors watched a huge sailing ship battle a storm against the backdrop of a calm ocean. This ghostly ship, almost spiritual in nature, suddenly appeared before the Matador and then just as suddenly disappeared. But more surprisingly, these events seemed to echo a real accident on another ship on the same night.

To understand such phenomena, many scientists turned their attention to the laws of optics. When light passes through mediums of different density, such as air and water, it experiences refraction. This refraction can sometimes cause distortions that give the illusion of objects being present where they are not. Such distortions, although fascinating, are not uncommon. In fact, these phenomena are well known to sailors and travelers near the poles, where deviations in light can cause objects to float above the horizon.

However, other aspects of these relationships cannot be discounted, such as the emotions and feelings of people observing these phenomena. Can observations made under conditions of extreme stress or fatigue be fully trusted? Is it possible that some details were added or distorted in the process of conveying the story?

Ultimately, although many scientists and researchers have tried to understand and explain these mysterious observations, not all of them have been fully understood. Undoubtedly, understanding light refraction and other optical phenomena has helped explain many of them, but not all of them. And while many of these mysterious phenomena may one day find a scientific explanation, some things may remain beyond our understanding.

Tragedy in eastern Libya - over two thousand people died as a result of flooding

 A real disaster has engulfed Libya. Severe flooding caused by Cyclone Daniel hit the eastern part of the country, killing over two thousand people. Several thousand more are believed to be missing. This is a terrible tragedy requiring immediate intervention and help.

The head of the parliament-appointed government, Osama Hamad, said the death toll had exceeded all expectations. He also noted that in the front-line town of Derna, the death toll exceeds two thousand people. Several thousand inhabitants are considered missing and their fate remains unknown.

The situation in eastern Libya continues to deteriorate. The cities of Sousse and Derna have been declared disaster zones. The Benghazi chapter of the Red Crescent reported more than 150 deaths. This is just the beginning and the death toll may continue to rise.

The floods caused serious consequences for the population. Heavy rains caused flooding and destruction in many cities and towns in eastern Libya, including Al-Bayda and Derna. Airports and seaports were closed due to unfavorable weather conditions.

This tragedy reminds us how defenseless we are in the face of natural disasters. Floods caused by extreme weather are becoming more common around the world. Climate change and global warming play a role in increasing such phenomena.

Libya has repeatedly struggled with floods and other natural disasters. In 2018, the country was also hit by floods, resulting in many deaths and destruction of infrastructure. This indicates the need to take action to prevent similar disasters in the future.

Scientific research confirms that climate change is causing an increase in extreme weather phenomena such as floods. Scientists warn that without immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change, such natural disasters will become more frequent and have even more serious consequences.

The international community must join forces and provide assistance to Libya at this difficult moment. Humanitarian aid, medical assistance, and funds for rebuilding the country are urgently needed. Libyans need support and solidarity from the international community.

Scientists have identified 20 professions that are most at risk of extinction as a result of the development of artificial intelligence (AI)

 Technological evolution, especially in the field of artificial intelligence, irreversibly affects our reality and, consequently, labor markets. Princeton University has undertaken the task of analyzing this phenomenon, focusing on identifying professions that may significantly change or even disappear in the near future due to the growing role of artificial intelligence (https://arxiv.org/ftp/arxiv/papers/2303/2303.01157.pdf).

Scientists focused on analyzing 20 professions that, according to them, are most exposed to AI influence. The most disturbing conclusions concerned the role of call center agents, who, according to the analyses carried out, are on the front line of the threat. However, what is equally disturbing is that teachers of various subjects, such as law, history, religion and languages, are also at risk.

In order to precisely analyze the impact of artificial intelligence on the labor market, researchers constructed an advanced algorithm. They combined the operation of 10 AI-based applications with 52 human abilities, which allowed them to assess how many skills needed in a specific profession could be replaced by artificial intelligence.

It cannot be ignored that many of the professions considered most at risk are those that are highly paid and require advanced education. This group includes, among others: budget analysts, actuaries, accountants and judges. These findings provide important information for the educational, business and policy communities.

However, in the context of call center agents, many companies are already using AI-based chatbots. In this context, the proposal of Princeton researchers that telemarketers could take advantage of advances in artificial intelligence language modeling is interesting, which would contribute to a significant improvement in their efficiency.

However, what is surprising is the fact that of the 20 professions analyzed, as many as 14 were academic teachers from various fields. This indicates the need to rethink the role of education in the context of technological evolution.

This research has become the subject of wide debate among the scientific community and the public, especially in the context of a recent report published by Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), focusing on the professions most and least exposed to automation.

It is crucial that society, educational institutions and policy makers are aware of these changes and prepare for the coming revolution, which will undoubtedly bring both challenges and opportunities. Research like that from Princeton University is essential for us to understand and adapt to this new professional reality.

Giant earth cracks are appearing in the southwestern United States

 The ground is cracking in the southwestern United States. Cracks are observed in the states of Arizona, Utah, and California.

According to experts, these are the effects of groundwater depletion. Groundwater, a key source of fresh water, provides about half of the drinking water needed by humans and accounts for 40% of the world's irrigation resources. However, excessive extraction leads to soil subsidence and the formation of cracks, which have far-reaching consequences for both the environment and the population.

Joseph Cook of the Arizona Geological Survey points out that what we are observing is not a natural phenomenon, but the result of human activities. The withdrawal of groundwater at a rate that exceeds its natural replenishment leads to the subsidence of large flat areas and the formation of cracks, which pose a threat to infrastructure such as houses, roads and dams, but also to people and livestock. Monitoring since 2002 by the Arizona Geological Survey has identified 269 miles of cracks.

To further understand the scale of the problem, The New York Times conducted an investigation examining water levels in tens of thousands of locations across the country. The results are alarming. About 90% of the water in the United States comes from aquifers that have already been so depleted that they may be impossible to restore. In many monitored locations, groundwater levels have dropped significantly over the past forty years, and in some have reached record lows.

Trying to restore the balance of aquifers can take hundreds or even thousands of years. Some regions, especially in Arizona, have already reached the tipping point from which there is no return. Constant and excessive water consumption prevents the natural replenishment of aquifers, which leads to irreversible changes in the ecosystem.

Equally worrying is the impact of climate change on the situation. Varigia Bowman, a water resources expert and law professor at the University of Tulsa, points out that as global temperatures rise, rivers like the Colorado River are shrinking. Temperature increases of even a few degrees by 2050 could lead to further reductions in river flows, which in turn will increase reliance on underground water resources and deepen the water depletion crisis.

Will alien mutants attack? Scientists warn about a new biological threat

 Scientists warn that humanity's rapid cosmic activity poses dangers it does not appreciate. We are talking about the threat of invasion by alien organisms and biological infection by extraterrestrial bacteria or other forms of life.

Life in Earth's orbit is teeming with life. In addition to the crews of astronauts constituting the crews of the International Space Station - ISS, ordinary tourists are increasingly sent into space in private spacecraft. In ten years, NASA intends to deliver Martian soil to Earth, Elon Musk intends to colonize the Red Planet, and several countries plan to build full-fledged, long-term bases on the Moon. The risk of transmitting deadly pathogens originating outside Earth to our planet is constantly increasing.

Plans for space exploration and the commercial exploitation of near-Earth space are developing rapidly. This year, two rovers landed on the Red Planet, an American and a Chinese one. Next year, the European Space Agency will also send its equipment there. In the early 1930s, a NASA mission was planned to deliver the first soil samples from Mars.

A little later, Japanese probes will bring samples taken from two Mars satellites - Phobos and Deimos. In the near future, a manned mission to the Red Planet and its gradual colonization also seem inevitable. This means that there may be alien organisms on board one of the many spacecraft that regularly return to Earth. If they find suitable conditions here and do not cope with the threats, their invasion may cause enormous damage to the biosphere of our planet.

An international group of scientists wrote about this threat, whose article was published in the journal BioScience (https://academic.oup.com/bioscience/article/72/3/247/6413826). According to the authors, a revolution is currently taking place in the exploration and use of space. The global industry of private and public companies seeking to profit from space products or services continues to grow. In addition to space missions, private companies (e.g. SpaceX or Blue Origin) are starting flights under the auspices of national agencies and governments, and space is becoming available to an increasingly wider group of people. Thus, the threat profile related to space activities has changed dramatically.

Scientists divide these threats into two types. In the first case, the threat is alien organisms brought to Earth. This can be compared to an invasion of an isolated continent such as Australia by biological species of animals and plants from other countries and continents. There have been many such cases in the history of Australia - just remember the rabbits that caused enormous damage to the native fauna and flora, displacing local species.

In the second case, the danger is created by terrestrial microorganisms that have flown into space and returned back. The fact is that in extreme conditions of space (extreme temperature changes, radiation, lack of pressure), some protozoa quickly mutate, adapting to a new habitat. Once back on Earth, these microorganisms (for example, fungi or bacteria) can demonstrate unprecedented resistance to antibiotics, and if humans become infected with them, they will be invincible.

The risk of accidental direct contamination of the extraterrestrial environment was recently demonstrated by the Israeli Bereshit lunar apparatus. In 2019, it crashed on the Moon carrying hundreds of tardigrades, invertebrates known for their ability to withstand harsh conditions such as extreme dryness, low temperatures, and high doses of radiation. Suppose they return to Earth one day. It is impossible to predict what properties they will acquire while they are on the lunar surface under the influence of cosmic radiation.

The moon and its impact on people's well-being

 Since ancient times, people have wondered about the influence of the Moon on our planet, especially in the context of the impact of its gravitational forces on sea tides. But does this satellite of the Earth also influence human behavior, well-being and mood?

This is a topic widely discussed both in folk literature and in scientific circles, although it is much more difficult to research and confirm than astronomical or oceanographic observations.

The moon is primarily responsible for the tides on Earth thanks to its gravitational forces. The theory is that since the human body is approximately 60% water, it may be similarly susceptible to the moon's influence. However, the difference in the scale of impact of this force on the ocean and on an individual person is colossal. In fact, the gravitational forces acting on the human body due to the Moon are much weaker than those acting due to other people or objects in our immediate environment.

Many studies by scientists have tried to identify the correlation between the phases of the moon and human behavior. Some of this research suggests that the full moon may affect people's sleep quality, although the mechanism behind this phenomenon remains unclear.

However, most epidemiological studies of mental health indicators, such as hospitalizations for mental disorders and suicide deaths, have found no significant correlation with lunar phases.

Another interesting area of research is the possible influence of the Moon on human hormones. Some research suggests that women's menstrual cycle may be synchronized with the lunar cycle, although evidence for this is mixed and requires further research.

Although the Moon undoubtedly plays an important role in many aspects of life on Earth, current scientific evidence about its impact on people's well-being and mood is inconclusive. Many myths and superstitions related to the influence of the Moon on human behavior remain without solid confirmation in the scientific literature. Nevertheless, continuing research in this area is important to better understand any subtle interactions between the Moon and the human psyche.

Here are the most likely UFO encounter spots

 Fascinating stories about unidentified flying objects, or UFOs, have been circulating in society for years. These enigmatic observations become the subject of numerous discussions, both among laypeople and scientists. In response to the growing curiosity of the public, the US Department of Defense decided to share its data on the places where these mysterious objects are most often spotted.

The report released by the Environmental Anomalous Events Research Office (AARO) provides a detailed map of where UFO sightings have been concentrated. Sean Kirkpatrick, CEO of AARO, emphasizes that although UFO encounters are reported all over the world, certain areas stand out with an exceptionally high number of such events.

Particular activity in this area is recorded in the vicinity of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. After the tragic events related to atomic bombings during World War II, these areas became like a magnet for UFOs. Scientists speculate whether nuclear testing has created unique conditions that could attract potential extraterrestrial civilizations.

Areas of intense UFO observation also include the east and west coasts of the USA, including cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Miami. It can be assumed that the dynamic technological and scientific development of the United States makes it an interesting target for potential UFO observations.

However, these regions are no exception. The Middle East, with particular emphasis on countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Syria and Qatar, is also becoming a place of frequent encounters with unidentified flying objects. This may be related to the rich history and culture of these areas, which attracts the interest of potential observers from space.

Although the UFO issue still holds many mysteries, one thing is certain: this topic will continue to intrigue and fascinate people around the world. Will we ever know the truth about these phenomena? Only time will show.

Black holes may be lurking much closer to Earth than previously thought

 The Milky Way, our home galaxy, is thought to be riddled with tiny black holes. These mysterious and dark formations are estimated to number between 10 million and 1 billion, but their elusive nature makes them difficult to discover and study. However, recent research has shown that these stellar-mass black holes may be much closer to us than previously thought, and perhaps right on the doorstep of our cosmos.

A team of astronomers analyzed the Hyades cluster, a group of stars 150 light-years away, to investigate the presence of stellar-mass black holes. Modeling the mass and motion of the cluster's stars using data from the Gaia satellite, which maps the positions and velocities of stars in the Milky Way, made it possible to simulate and reproduce observations of the cluster.

The researchers found that when two or three stellar-mass black holes were included in the model, their models closely matched the observed features of the Hyades cluster. This suggests that these black holes are either still present in the cluster or were ejected less than 150 million years ago and remain on its outskirts. The gravitational influence of these black holes can still be detected in the core of the cluster.

Astrophysicist Stefano Torniamenti from the University of Padua (Italy), one of the study participants, explains: "Our simulation can simultaneously match the mass and size of the Hyades only if today (or until recently."

The Hyades Cluster, visible to the naked eye in the constellation Taurus, is an open cluster of stars that share similar characteristics and move through space as a gravitationally bound group. Essentially, these open clusters are families of twin stars that emerged from a single molecular cloud and then dispersed.

In a dense stellar environment, such as the center of the Hyades cluster, stars are expected to interact and collide more frequently, leading to an increase in merger rates. This is where, according to astronomers, black holes, the end product of these interactions, can be found. However, black holes are difficult to detect because they do not emit light unless they actively absorb nearby stars.

Although the exact location of the black holes in the Hyades cluster remains unknown, this study strongly suggests that it contains the closest black hole candidates to the Solar System. Moreover, these black holes are believed to be more than 10 times closer than the previous candidate.

This discovery opens new possibilities for studying and understanding black holes, which are amazing cosmic phenomena. According to astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, "black holes are places where God divides by zero." They have enormous gravitational pull, capable of bending space-time and absorbing anything that gets too close. Studying them can provide valuable information about the nature of our Universe.

Strange lights in the sky seen before the earthquake in Morocco

 A mysterious glow was observed in the sky moments before the earthquake in Morocco. The phenomenon was captured on surveillance cameras in Marrakech, where enigmatic flashes of blue light appeared in the sky about three minutes before the powerful earthquake. The exact cause of this phenomenon remains unknown.

Interestingly, similar flashes of light were documented by surveillance cameras before the devastating earthquake in Turkey earlier this year, which killed 45,000 people. One theory suggests that these flashes may be a response to tectonic pressure, nearby seismic activity, or even volcanic eruptions.

This phenomenon, known as earthquake lights, has been reported for centuries. Thanks to the advancement of modern technology, more information has been obtained about this phenomenon. These luminous atmospheric phenomena are associated with seismic activity or celestial phenomena and often appear near the time and epicenter of an earthquake, where tectonic pressure is greatest.

The first pre-earthquake lights were recorded only in 1965 during the earthquake in Japan. Similar phenomena were observed in China in 2008, Italy in 2009 and Mexico in 2017.

A mysterious glow observed in the sky before the earthquake in Morocco and Turkey may be related to the ionosphere. There are theories suggesting that the ionosphere, the layer of the Earth's atmosphere rich in ions, may heat up before an earthquake. This heating can lead to the emission of light that is visible from the ground. These flashes of blue light could therefore be a direct result of these changes in the ionosphere prior to seismic activity.

While the exact cause of these lights remains a subject of research and debate among scientists, the connection to the ionosphere is one interesting research direction in this field. Conspiracy theorists certainly know something about a certain ionosphere manipulation antenna installation that has been accused of causing earthquakes.

22 years after the strange attacks on New York and Washington, conspiracy theories continue to abound

 On September 12, 2001, the world woke up in horror, trying to understand what exactly had happened the previous day in New York when the two towers of the World Trade Center collapsed after a series of terrorist attacks. Shortly after this tragic day, various conspiracy theories appeared that tried to explain or undermine the official versions of events. Below we present an overview of the most popular of them.

Controlled demolition: One of the most popular theories suggests that the WTC towers did not collapse due to the impact of planes, but were destroyed as a result of controlled demolition. Proponents of this theory rely on an analysis of footage of the building collapse, arguing that explosions could be observed on the lower floors before the actual building collapse.

Pentagon and Flight 77: Another conspiracy theory disputes official reports that American Airlines Flight 77 hit the Pentagon. Some say the damage to the Pentagon is too minor to have been caused by a Boeing 757 strike. Instead, they suggest a missile or smaller plane hit the building.

Stock Market Trading Before the Attack: There was unusual activity in the stock market prior to 9/11, especially regarding airline companies. Some speculate that some people had knowledge of the upcoming attacks and tried to take advantage of it.

Building 7: Although Building 7 of the World Trade Center was not hit by the plane, it did collapse a few hours after the two main towers. A conspiracy theory claims that its collapse was also the result of a controlled demolition.

Inoperative air defenses: Some people question why U.S. air defenses were unable to intercept any of the planes before they hit their targets. They suggest that the military had orders not to intervene.

Dual planes: There are claims that the planes that hit the WTC were remotely piloted or had extra payloads on board that accelerated their destructive impact.

Many of these conspiracy theories have been widely officially debunked by experts in various fields, including civil engineers, security specialists, and investigators. Nevertheless, these theories still have their supporters and are often the subject of debate among those interested in the events of 9/11.

It is worth adding that conspiracy theories tend to emerge in moments of national crisis or tragedy when people are trying to find answers to difficult questions. Regardless of their truth, they reflect people's deep needs to understand and make sense of events that seem incomprehensible.

Strong earthquake in Morocco

 There was a very strong earthquake in Morocco. As a result of this seismic event, more than 2,040 people died and another 2,200 were injured in various degrees. This data is an update of earlier information provided by the Moroccan Ministry of the Interior. It is noteworthy that many victims were located in hard-to-reach, mountainous areas of the country.

The epicenter of this shock, whose strength was 7.2 on the Richter scale, was located in the High Atlas Mountains, specifically in the Isis region. This is an area located approximately 70 km south of Marrakech. Quakes with such characteristics, i.e. those occurring at a relatively shallow depth, are considered more destructive.

The tremors caused serious damage to Morocco's architectural heritage. Footage has emerged on social media showing the destruction, including the iconic red walls surrounding Marrakech's Old City, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the city's most important monuments, the 12th-century Koutoubia mosque, was also damaged. The extent of damage to this facility is still under investigation.

It is worth emphasizing that the repercussions of this earthquake were felt not only in Morocco. Tremors were recorded as far away as Portugal and Algeria. The international scientific and aid community is already declaring support for Morocco. The United Nations and the European Union have declared their readiness to help.

This event serves as a reminder of the seismic activity affecting Morocco. The country has experienced several strong earthquakes in its history, including the disastrous 1960 earthquake near Agadir. Therefore, scientists emphasize the need for further research and monitoring of this activity in the region.

Mysterious explosions on the Moon in 1178

 On June 18, 1178, when five Canterbury monks looked up at the sky, they witnessed a phenomenon that would remain in their memory forever. As they observed the new crescent moon, they suddenly noticed its upper part splitting and bright light-like torch flames shooting out from the central part. This extraordinary spectacle, which lasted for a while, ended when the entire crescent moon turned black.

The records of the monk Gervase of Christ Church Abbey provide us with a detailed account of this extraordinary event. His account tells how the moon "trembled like a wounded snake" and how this phenomenon repeated itself many times before suddenly disappearing.

But what really happened that evening? Was it a natural phenomenon or something more mysterious?

Some experts suggest that the observed phenomenon could have been the result of a meteorite falling on the lunar surface. The bright flash may have been the result of an impact that shattered the crescent. Other scientists believe it may have been caused by an outburst of gas from the Moon's interior, which could have caused flares and sparks. Still, others speculate that it may have been an earthquake on the Moon that cracked its surface.

While these theories are fascinating, we still lack concrete evidence to support one of these explanations. What is certain is that the observation of the Canterbury monks was a unique event that still attracted attention and aroused interest among both scientists and astronomy enthusiasts. The Moon, this satellite close to us, still hides many secrets waiting to be discovered.

Voynich Manuscript

 The Voynich Manuscript is a medieval book that has perplexed scientists, cryptographers, and linguists since its discovery. Its unique combination of unknown writing, peculiar illustrations, and mysterious origins make it one of the most enigmatic and studied texts in the world.

The manuscript gained its popularity thanks to a Pole, Michał Wojnicz, who came across it in one of the Jesuit monasteries in the town of Frascati near Rome. Since 1969, it has been kept in the manuscript library at the American Yale University. Since then, the mystery of the manuscript has been the subject of intense research, which has not yet solved its mystery.

The manuscript consists of 240 vellum pages, each measuring approximately 6 by 9 inches. The text is written in an unknown script, flowing from left to right, in a coherent and orderly manner. A striking feature of the manuscript is its detailed illustrations. It contains representations of plants, celestial bodies, astronomical diagrams, human figures, and surreal landscapes. However, these are merely decorations for the undecipherable content of the manuscript. Over the centuries, countless experts in cryptography and linguistics have tried to crack this code, some even claiming to have succeeded. For now, however, the secrets of the manuscript remain a mystery.

However, you can guess certain things about it even without knowing the contents of the book. Scientists are confident that the script appears to follow the rules of grammar, suggesting it may be a real language. However, it does not resemble any known ancient or modern language. Despite extensive efforts and advances in cryptography, no one has been able to identify the key or decipher more than a few individual words or phrases from the manuscript. The script maintains a consistent structure throughout the manuscript, suggesting that it is not simply random gibberish.

The mystery of the Voynich Manuscript has given rise to numerous theories and speculations. Some believe that the manuscript was written in a language that has been lost to history. This would allegedly explain why efforts to combine it with known languages such as Latin, Arabic, or ancient Asian languages have been unsuccessful.

There are also those who suggest that the manuscript may be an elaborate hoax, created to deceive a person or group of people. However, it is difficult to understand the meticulousness with which both the illustrations and the text itself were made. Hence, many people fascinated by this book believe that the manuscript contains valuable knowledge, such as herbal medicines, alchemical formulas, or some esoteric wisdom. Some even proposed the idea that the manuscript is of extraterrestrial origin, and the mysterious writing is simply a language spoken by the inhabitants of another world.

In recent years, the Voynich Manuscript has undergone advanced scientific analysis, including radiocarbon dating and spectroscopy, to determine the age and origin of its materials. These studies confirmed that it comes from the Middle Ages. It is placed between 1404 and 1438. These timelines are consistent with the historical context of the Renaissance, a period of great intellectual and artistic ferment.

The researchers also used Raman spectroscopy and other spectroscopic techniques to analyze the ink and pigments used in the manuscript's illustrations. This research shed light on the materials and techniques used by its creator or creators. High-resolution digital imaging, however, allowed for close examination of the manuscript's pages, revealing details that were previously difficult to see. This made it easier to study individual characters and symbols in the script that had faded over the years.

Computer scientists and linguists turned to machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze the text and try to decipher it. Proposals have been made that the Book of Warriors is written in Hebrew. The experiment was carried out in 2016 and was initiated by researchers Bradley Hauer and Grzegorz Kondrak. Their results, however, have been questioned, and they have been criticized, among other things, for the lack of logically translated sentences.

A few years later, a similar thesis was put forward by the German Egyptologist Rainer Hannig of the Roemer-und Pelizaeus Museum in Hildesheim. The scientist claimed that after identifying the relationship between some of the characters in the Voynich manuscript, he was able to translate the first words and then full sentences. According to Rainer Hanning, the translation of The Book of Voynich should take at least several years. Any work, however, will require the participation of specialists in the Hebrew language who are well acquainted with the medieval variety of this language and the terminology of botanical and medical texts of that time. So far, no clear steps have been taken in this direction.

The Voynich Manuscript remains an enduring mystery, captivating the imagination of both scientists and amateur detectives. The pages of this book so far contain the promise of ancient knowledge, secrets and remedies, but we should not rule out that someone will appear who will decipher its code and reveal the enigmatic message hidden within it.

Mysterious UFO encounter in Scottish forests

 On November 9, 1979, in the quiet area of West Lothian in Scotland, Robert Taylor, a lumberjack by trade, experienced something that changed his life forever. That day, while working in the forest, he came across an inexplicable phenomenon that became one of the most controversial cases of alleged UFO contact in British history.

It all started when Robert heard a strange sound and looked towards the source of the sound. What he saw made his heart beat faster. A huge circular object made of shiny gray metal hovered above the grass. He stood still and made no sounds, which only added to the mystery of what was happening.

Taylor came across a flying saucer-like object hovering just above the ground. He described it as a metal, dark spherical structure about 6-7 meters in diameter. Two spiky, rounded arms sprouted from the object and began to move towards Taylor. These arms attached themselves to Taylor's pants and pulled him towards the object, causing him to feel nauseous and pass out.

At that moment, Robert and his faithful dog were overcome with a feeling of paralysis as two small balls shot out of the round object and flew over the grass. They grabbed Robert and immediately dragged him inside the round object. The next moment he lost consciousness. Upon awakening, Taylor described being surrounded by small alien beings who watched him with interest. What exactly happened inside the ship remains unknown, but when Robert returned home he was in a state of shock, with torn pants and traces of dirt.

When he regained consciousness, the UFO was gone, but his pants were damaged where the prehensile arms had attached to him. His dog was visibly anxious. Taylor had difficulty speaking and moving, so he had to fight to get home.

When he returned home, his wife noticed he was in shock and called the police. Traces were found at the scene that did not match any vehicle known in the area at the time. Police treated it as the only case in British history where an assault investigation was linked to a UFO.

For many people, this event was one of the most convincing pieces of evidence for the existence of UFOs, due to the physical evidence and Taylor's honesty. Critics have suggested various alternative explanations, including possible hallucinations caused by gas poisoning or an epileptic attack.

Taylor never changed his story and always maintained that he actually encountered an alien object. Until the end of his life, he did not seek fame or financial benefits related to this event. The UFO encounter that occurred in 1979 and was attended by Robert Taylor is still one of the most famous cases of alleged alien contact in the UK.