I just realised another reason why EM Forster has to have some kind of prescience. Almost all the communist countries were controlled by Central Committees. The Central Committee of the Machine, anyone? It's a little stupid but how'd he manage to write something which so closely manages to predict both the internet AND the communist regime, way back in 1909?

And the sixth episode of Alias has Sloane on the phone, chatting with Kofi Annan, calling him "Mr Secretary" and giving his regards to Nane. I find just just a little bit more than amusing. And Sydney's suit is really nice in that scene. Gorgeous long coat. I want. Along with the suede boots. One thing for fame - her wardrobe's gone glam.