The Independent has an incredibly interesting article about the SETI -- It Came From Outer Space. Aside having a really pertinent opening section rationalising about ET's appearance, the end bit concludes that when we meet some form of intelligent life, chances are it will be a sentient creation of the original race sent out to find other species. A great point indeed!

In the Arabian Star there's a discussion whether machines have contributed to humanity or have they actually dehumanised people; Under the Spell of a Machine. It seems one of those questions without a clearcut answer, but this article tries to find one.

Quick note about scientists and religious beliefs, a popular topic here... A Matter of Disbelief in The Australian.