In this 2-part tv series Richard Dawkins describes his astonishment that, at the start of the 21st century, religious faith is gaining ground

in the

face of rational, scientific truth. Science, based on scepticism, investigation and evidence, must continuously test its own concepts and claims. Faith, by definition, defies evidence: it is untested and unshakeable, and is therefore in direct contradiction with science.

FOR SCIENCE! Where: Matt's place, 110 Abel Smith Street When: 7:30pm, this Monday (the 17th) What to bring: maybe a cushion or beanbag because we don't have many chairs How long: about 2 hours with a break in the middle Who: you and anyone you want to invite. .Matthew Cruickshank http://holloway.co.nz/