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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Britain has alien-war weapons, says former government adviser

Britain has a stockpile of aircraft, drones and weapons that could be used to fight aliens in the event of an invasion from space, according to the government's former UFO adviser.
The Taranis could be used to fight aliens
The Taranis could be used to fight aliens
In an interview with MSN, Nick Pope, who worked for the Ministry of Defence for 21 years, said that while Britain doesn't have a war plan, it certainly had sophisticated enough weaponry to defend itself.
Mr Pope, whose job it was to advise on the threat posed by other life forms, said that in the event of an attack he expected that we would "quickly adapt our plans for other more current war scenarios."
At present, he said, there was no special organisation like Torchwood, the alien-hunting team from the BBC science fiction series of the same name, but he said he was sure that in the event of attack an operation could be set up quickly and efficiently. World nations would probably pool their technology together like in films such as Independence Day.
The believers only have to be right once.
Mr Pope said: "We do have several prototype aircraft and drones and other weapons you won't see on the news for another 10-15 years so if we did face a threat from the unknown then even if there is no Torchwood around now, there would be something like it by then and they certainly would have some great kit to help in the fight."
He said: "Look at the Taranis, which is a prototype made by BAE Systems. It looks for all the world like a spaceship in the hanger."
So are aliens a threat?
The official government position is that UFOs offer "no significant defence threat".
However, Mr Pope said what that really means is that "we don't know".
"My colleagues and I said, whatever our official position - the one we gave to the public, media or parliament, - privately, where five per cent of UFO sightings remained unexplained, at the very least there has to be a potential threat."
How would we fight?
A sketch of a UFO sighted at Rendlesham Forest in 1980
Was the Taranis modelled on this UFO spotted at Rendlesham Forest in 1980?
"One possibility would be trying to unite all the nations of the world. For those who think that far-fetched, Ronald Reagan once hinted at it in a speech to the UN. He said 'I occasionally think how quickly we would set aside our difference if we faced some alien threat from the other side.'"
So why is the government looking at UFO sightings?
"Between 1991 and 1994, my job at the MoD was to investigate the 200-300 reported sightings of UFOs in the UK each year to see if there was evidence of a potential threat or something of general defence interest.
"One of the things that was interesting was that when people reported seeing UFOs these things were capable of extraordinary manoeuvres and speeds. They were much faster than our military jets so we wanted to find out about the technology and if we could find it useful.
"Defence scientists were very interested in the fact they might have some kind of exotic propulsion system."
So do aliens really exist?
"I am absolutely convinced that elsewhere in the universe there must be other life and I am also convinced that some of that is going to be intelligent. I am open-minded about the possibility that some of that life is visiting us down here but just as our space programme is reaching out to find out what is out there, it seems other life forms could be motivated by the same thing."
What do aliens look like?
"They come in all shapes and sizes according to the people who have seen these things. There is a vast variety of life."
An alien at the International UFO Museum and Research Center in RoswellPA
Aliens come in all shapes and sizes
"One of the things being discussed at the Royal Society is that we could be dealing with artificial life - a post-biological universe of cyborgs and robots.
"I suspect there are thousands and millions of civilisations out there.
"We all hope it's just going to be ET-style fluffy aliens as opposed to a terrifying alien invasion."
What one event has convinced you of the existence of alien life?
"It's a case in the UK at Rendlesham Forest, in 1980, in Suffolk between two military bases. It was not a sighting of a UFO in the sky but a UFO that actually landed. Some of the witnesses described a smallish craft.
"It came on a second night and when military personnel examined the landing site they found indentations in the ground and defence intelligence staff assessed the radiation levels with a Geiger counter and found radiation levels at eight times normal.
"We told parliament there was 'no defence significance' but did so with tongue firmly in cheek because you cannot have a UFO land between two defence bases without it being of enormous defence significance."
What would you say to sceptics?
"The believers only have to be right once."
Mr Pope was involved in the British government's programme to declassify and release the MoD's UFO files to the National Archives. He left the MoD in 2006 and now lives in California. He lectures around the world and works with television and film companies to develop new ideas.
He carried out the interview ahead of a live webTV show to discuss alien life forms as part of a promotion for the computer game XCOM: Enemy Unknown. For more information watch the webTV show with Nick Pope.

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Associates of NASA Warn of Alien Attack Scenario




Tell me if this isn’t a little strange.
NASA via associates at Pennsylvania State University have compiled a list of possible “contact” scenarios. The most compelling of which involves aliens attacking us because we are out of control.
This report named “Would Contact with Extraterrestrials Benefit or Harm Humanity? A Scenario Analysis” was compiled to help us (get this!) prepare for actual contact.
Contract scenarios fall into 3 different categories: beneficial, neutral or harmful.
One very unfriendly scenario has advanced aliens wiping out mankind in order to stop us from destroying the planet. Others involve everything from them eating us to saving us from another alien menace.
If this all sounds a little…a lot out there, I think you may be focusing on the wrong subject. In other words, why? Why is NASA doing this and why now? This isn’t something they are known for and frankly up until now they’ve said and done little to make us think they had any interest at all (not that we believed it).
Are you all thinking what I’m thinking? Is NASA and the Gov already aware of an alien threat? Have they already made contact and been warned or worse, threatened? Are these UFO sightings different alien civilizations monitoring us and waiting for attack orders from the Galactic Federation of Planets? Are we in league with certain alien civilizations already? These have all been on our minds in the past but with this report it seems even more possible.
Is NASA telling us something here?
So many questions! One thing I can say for sure, this certainly can give you the willies if you think about it too much.
Planet earth may be on borrowed time and the clock is ticking. Put on your tinfoil hats STAT!
Aliens may destroy humanity to protect other civilisations, say scientists
Rising greenhouse emissions could tip off aliens that we are a rapidly expanding threat, warns a report
It may not rank as the most compelling reason to curb greenhouse gases, but reducing our emissions might just save humanity from a pre-emptive alien attack, scientists claim.
Watching from afar, extraterrestrial beings might view changes in Earth’s atmosphere as symptomatic of a civilisation growing out of control – and take drastic action to keep us from becoming a more serious threat, the researchers explain.
This highly speculative scenario is one of several described by a Nasa-affiliated scientist and colleagues at Pennsylvania State University that, while considered unlikely, they say could play out were humans and alien life to make contact at some point in the future.
Shawn Domagal-Goldman of Nasa’s Planetary Science Division and his colleagues compiled a list of plausible outcomes that could unfold in the aftermath of a close encounter, to help humanity “prepare for actual contact”.
In their report, Would Contact with Extraterrestrials Benefit or Harm Humanity? A Scenario Analysis, the researchers divide alien contacts into three broad categories: beneficial, neutral or harmful.
Beneficial encounters ranged from the mere detection of extraterrestrial intelligence (ETI), for example through the interception of alien broadcasts, to contact with cooperative organisms that help us advance our knowledge and solve global problems such as hunger, poverty and disease.
Another beneficial outcome the authors entertain sees humanity triumph over a more powerful alien aggressor, or even being saved by a second group of ETs. “In these scenarios, humanity benefits not only from the major moral victory of having defeated a daunting rival, but also from the opportunity to reverse-engineer ETI technology,” the authors write.

Other kinds of close encounter may be less rewarding and leave much of human society feeling indifferent towards alien life. The extraterrestrials may be too different from us to communicate with usefully. They might invite humanity to join the “Galactic Club” only for the entry requirements to be too bureaucratic and tedious for humans to bother with. They could even become a nuisance, like the stranded, prawn-like creatures that are kept in a refugee camp in the 2009 South African movie, District 9, the report explains.
The most unappealing outcomes would arise if extraterrestrials caused harm to humanity, even if by accident. While aliens may arrive to eat, enslave or attack us, the report adds that people might also suffer from being physically crushed or by contracting diseases carried by the visitors. In especially unfortunate incidents, humanity could be wiped out when a more advanced civilisation accidentally unleashes an unfriendly artificial intelligence, or performs a catastrophic physics experiment that renders a portion of the galaxy uninhabitable.
To bolster humanity’s chances of survival, the researchers call for caution in sending signals into space, and in particular warn against broadcasting information about our biological make-up, which could be used to manufacture weapons that target humans. Instead, any contact with ETs should be limited to mathematical discourse “until we have a better idea of the type of ETI we are dealing with.”
The authors warn that extraterrestrials may be wary of civilisations that expand very rapidly, as these may be prone to destroy other life as they grow, just as humans have pushed species to extinction on Earth. In the most extreme scenario, aliens might choose to destroy humanity to protect other civilisations.
“A preemptive strike would be particularly likely in the early phases of our expansion because a civilisation may become increasingly difficult to destroy as it continues to expand. Humanity may just now be entering the period in which its rapid civilisational expansion could be detected by an ETI because our expansion is changing the composition of the Earth’s atmosphere, via greenhouse gas emissions,” the report states.
“Green” aliens might object to the environmental damage humans have caused on Earth and wipe us out to save the planet. “These scenarios give us reason to limit our growth and reduce our impact on global ecosystems. It would be particularly important for us to limit our emissions of greenhouse gases, since atmospheric composition can be observed from other planets,” the authors write.
Even if we never make contact with extraterrestrials, the report argues that considering the potential scenarios may help to plot the future path of human civilisation, avoid collapse and achieve long-term survival.
Source: Guardian UK

 http://www.ghosttheory.com/2011/08/19/nasa-warns-of-alien-attack-scenario
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Thursday, April 18, 2013

A Simple Pineapple?!

I thought this info was fascinating. . . perhaps you will too.
I had no idea the pineapple you pick up at the grocery
had a fascinating "life story."
Have a great day!!

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A Simple Pineapple - MUST Read

The pineapple is a member of the bromeliad family.
It is extremely rare that bromeliads produce edible fruit.
The pineapple is the only available edible bromeliad today.

It is a multiple fruit. One pineapple is actually made up of dozens
of individual floweret's that grow together to form the entire fruit.
Each scale on a pineapple is evidence of a separate flower.

Pineapples stop ripening the minute they are picked.
No special way of storing them will help ripen them further.
Color is relatively unimportant in determining ripeness.
Choose your pineapple by smell.
If it smells fresh, tropical and sweet, it will be a good fruit.
The more scales on the pineapple, the sweeter and juicier the taste.

After you cut off the top, you can plant it.
It should grow much like a sweet potato will.

This delicious fruit is not only sweet and tropical; it also offers many
benefits to our health. Pineapple is a remarkable fruit.

We find it enjoyable because of its lush, sweet and exotic flavor, but it
may also be one of the most healthful foods available today.
If we take a more detailed look at it, we will find that pineapple
is valuable for easing indigestion, arthritis or sinusitis.
The juice has an anthelmintic effect; it helps get rid of intestinal worms.

Let's look at how pineapple affects other conditions.
Pineapple is high in manganese, a mineral that is critical to development
of strong bones and connective tissue. A cup of fresh pineapple
will give you nearly 75% of the recommended daily amount.
It is particularly helpful to older adults, whose bones
tend to become brittle with age.

Bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme, is the key to pineapple's value.
Proteolytic means "breaks down protein", which is why pineapple is known
to be a digestive aid. It helps the body digest proteins more efficiently.
Bromelain is also considered an effective anti-inflammatory.

Regular ingestion of at least one half cup of fresh pineapple daily is
purported to relieve painful joints common to osteoarthritis.
It also produces mild pain relief.
In Germany, bromelain is approved as a post-injury medication because it is
thought to reduce inflammation and swelling.

Orange juice is a popular liquid for those suffering from a cold because
it is high in Vitamin C. Fresh pineapple is not only high in this vitamin, but
because of the Bromelain, it has the ability to reduce mucous in the throat.
If you have a cold with a productive cough, add pineapple to your diet.
It is commonly used in Europe as a post-operative measure to cut mucous
after certain sinus and throat operations.

Those individuals who eat fresh pineapple daily report fewer sinus problems
related to allergies. In and of itself, pineapple has a very low risk for allergies.

Pineapple is also known to discourage blood clot development.
This makes it a valuable dietary addition for frequent fliers
and others who may be at risk for blood clots.

An old folk remedy for morning sickness is fresh pineapple juice. it really works!
Fresh juice and some nuts first thing in the morning often make a difference.
It's also good for a healthier mouth. The fresh juice discourages plaque growth.
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Saturday, March 2, 2013

Is It Better to Rent or Buy a House?

By Maggie Gebremichael, eHow Contributor

The decision to rent or buy a house depends on your financial situation and long-term objectives. You may have found the perfect house, but the ideal location, size and price alone are not good-enough reasons. You should buy a house when you are financially healthy. If you have a lot of debt, including credit cards and student loans, then you should pay off your debts before acquiring more. If you will not be staying put for a long time or if you do not have a savings cushion, then you should rent until your financial situation improves.

  1. Monthly Cost

    • When evaluating whether to buy or rent, you must thoroughly consider likely expenses. For instance, if you rent an apartment, you must pay the monthly rent -- plus utilities, unless they're included in the rent. Renters usually do not have to pay maintenance fees as the landlord is responsible for most repairs. Homeowners must pay their mortgage and utilities, which may be similar to rental costs. However, if you buy a home, add a few thousand dollars annually to cover taxes, insurance and maintenance costs.

    Credit History

    • Your credit will be checked when you complete either a rental or mortgage loan application. Your credit history will impact your financing options if you need a mortgage to purchase your home. However, your credit likely will not change the rental price for an apartment. Thus, if your credit is nonexistent, weak or bad, you should wait to buy a house until your credit improves.

    Savings

    • If you do not have sufficient savings to provide a down payment and cover your monthly expenses for six months, then you should rent. To achieve a goal of owning a home, bolster your savings in order to purchase a home wisely. Interest-only and adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) should be avoided like the plague as you will make insignificant payments toward your principal loan, thereby remaining in debt longer.

    Considerations

    • Be creative yet realistic about available options. If you are not ready to buy a home, though you need additional space, consider alternatives, such as renting a townhouse. Get a second job so that you can increase your savings.

    Time Frame

    • There are different durations for rental agreements vs. mortgages. You might sign a three-, six- or 12-month lease if you rent. However, the process to close on a house takes some time, so you will not be able to enter into a mortgage, then turn around and sell the house after a few months when you need to relocate.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

How to Get Deep Sleep and Wake Up Rested


By eHow Contributor
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After struggling on and off for over four years, I have finally figured out simple steps that allow me to sleep well at night and wake up refreshed without prescription sleep aids. The following outlines tips that I have worked for me when it comes to falling asleep quicker and getting a deeper, more rejuvenating night of sleep.


Instructions

    • 1
      Stick to a routine. Whether you go you typically go to bed late and wake up late or go to bed early and wake up early, you will sleep much better if you stick to the most consistent routine that your schedule allows.
    • 2
      Get up and workout in the morning. Just 20-30 minutes of walking, running, biking or lifting weights will help you feel better during the day and tired when night falls.
    • 3
      Relaxing activities 20-30 minutes before bed. A hot bath or even sex can do wonders in helping you get to sleep.
    • 4
      Avoid naps. I bet they won't make you feel that much better and they could disrupt your sleep that night.
    • 5
      Invest in a comfortable mattress in pillow. I have recently made this change and can't believe I didn't do it earlier. You spend a third of your life in bed, don't be cheap with what you are sleeping on.
    • 6
      Use a fan to drown out noise and good blinds to block out light. Simple but very effective for avoiding midnight disruptions.
    • 7
      Eat something light with carbohydrates. This can work wonders, just a small bowl of cereal with milk does the trick for me. Avoid anything fatty or really high in protein.
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Saturday, January 26, 2013

UFO new pictures, I captured them tonight on my way of driving home.



























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Tuesday, January 1, 2013

How to React if You Fall off a Cruise Ship

  1. Never go out alone on a cruise ship, especially when the place you are going to seems lonely or has few people. This is typically where dangerous activity is most likely to happen. Always bring along someone else, or make sure plenty of others are around.

  2. 2
    Thwart being thrown off, if possible. If someone begins to approach you strangely and picks you up/begins to push you, scream as loud as you can, and cry for help. In such dire situations, it is publicly acceptable to do anything to gain attention. Screaming "FIRE!" is likely to get others to notice than just "Help!" Bite, spit on, kick, or do anything else to defend yourself on the person attempting to hurt you. While this may seem like a joke, it is what people are advised to do if approached by an attacker and not at all a joke. This may help repel the attacker.
  3. 3
    If you are thrown off or fall off, try to hang onto something. For example, if the ship has several decks and you happen to pass by other decks as you drop, grab hold of the railings or other bearings.
  4. 4
    Once you are in the water, scream as loud as you can. DO NOT take your time - it is a matter of life and death. Scream, "HELP! I'M DROWNING! RESCUE ME! I'M DYING!", or anything else you can think of.
  5. 5
    Stay afloat. Don't panic. Move your arms and legs back and forth, doing free-stroke. Hang onto anything that may have fallen off the ship as a result of your descent, such as a plank of wood, or anything else that floats.
  6. 6
    Continue to scream even if someone on the ship sees and runs off to get help. You need as much attention as possible.
  7. 7
    Unfortunately, the ship might go far away soon without anyone noticing. Wave your arms up in the air to signal help. If you see any ships near, continue to do so. Hang onto a branch if you can see it.
  8. 8
    If you can see shore, then swim towards it. This is a last-ditch effort. If shore is nowhere nearby but there is an island, and you happen to make it successfully, be prepared to survive in the wild until rescue comes.
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    If you do happen to be rescued, seek medical attention immediately. Chances are, you will be injured and in some kind of trauma. Report the case to authorities in the ship immediately. If you are in trauma, or are scared, remind yourself that you have survived falling off a ship, and tell yourself that you will recover in the end.
  10. 10
    Be reasonable. If you have been stranded for more than about three or four hours and no ships have happened to pass by, your chances of survival are extremely low. While it may be depressing, console yourself with memories of good times, the fact that you will probably pass out before you drown.
http://www.wikihow.com/React-if-You-Fall-off-a-Cruise-Ship

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