How We See The World

So, after realizing that there isn't a thread for Roland Garros, or tennis in general. I thought it would be nice to discuss a bit about the tournament. I really hope I'm not the only avid tennis fan on here... First of all, I am really pumped that both Raonic and Bouchard are in the round of 16! Neither of them are especially good on clay, and it's always amazing to see that Canada actually has some tennis players. It would take a miracle for Raonic to win, but Bouchard has a pretty good chance, especially with Williams out. (Which was the oddest thing of the whole tournament so far) Djokovitch is not playing his best at all, which is actually quite good, because…

So I don't know if this is just happening to me but ever since chrome updated to the newest version it stopped working on my computer. Every time I try to open it, it opens briefly and then freezes. I've tried un-installing it and re-installing it, deleting all of its files and it still doesn't work. Does any one know how to fix this?

NEWS IN RELATION TO EARTHQUAKES ETC. AND ACTUAL NATURAL DISASTERS The reason for creating this NEW THREAD called "UPDATES OF THE SITUATION IN THE SOUTHEAST ASIA" is: TO MAKE IT EASY - FOR THOSE INTERESTED - TO HAVE AN OVERVIEW OF THE SITUATION IN THAT REGION including - what is going on in that region - the relief efforts of the relief organizations AND - some articles with reports for instance from the rescuers or someone from the relief organizations being in the area to get an overview of the situation. On 10 May 2010 I am renaming the thread to cover natural disasters as such. New name should be: NEWS IN RELATION TO NATURAL DISASTERS. …

Ok... I understand that Coldplay is a global band at this point, but with their British roots, and the amount of British fans on this forum... some of you have got to like Formula One, right? As Chris would say "Anybody out there?" Yes, I am American, yes I love Formula One. I was hoping we could have a conversation.

Swedish soccer match called off after man dies amid fan fighting STOCKHOLM - A Swedish soccer league match was called off during the first half Sunday after a man died following fighting among fans before the game. The 43-year-old Djurgarden fan was found "seriously injured" about 2:30 p.m. in central Helsingborg in southern Sweden, police said. He was taken to a hospital, where he died. He reportedly had been hit in the head by an object. Swedish media said Djurgarden fans stormed the field after word spread that the man had died. Police did not release his name and said no arrests had been made. "The Djurgarden family is in mourning," the Stockholm club s…

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rT_OmTMwvZI]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rT_OmTMwvZI[/ame] Is anybody else excited for iOS 7? I'm pumped! I encourage whoever is interested to watch introduction video above. It's inspiring. Apple truly are a class above. iOS 7 will be released this fall.

Wikipedia pilots articles via SMS Wikipedia begins piloting a service that sends articles via text message, primarily aimed at users in Africa.

Hackers hit China's central bank China's central bank has been hit by a hack attack that briefly made its website unreachable.

Google developing smart contact lens Google's vision for wearable technology took another ambitious leap forward Thursday when the world's largest Internet search company announced it is developing a smart contact lens. The lens measures glucose in tears using a wireless chip and miniaturized glucose sensor. While at a very early stage, Google hopes the technology could help people manage diabetes better. The project is the latest invention to emerge from the company's Google X unit, which works on long-term, risky new technology that may never become commercially successful but has the potential to change the way people live in drastic ways. The …

'Fast & Furious' star Paul Walker dies in car accident (CNN) -- Actor Paul Walker, who shot to fame as star of the high-octane street racing franchise "Fast & Furious," died Saturday in a car crash in Southern California. He was 40. Walker's publicist Ame van Iden confirmed his death, but said she could not elaborate beyond statements posted on Walker's official Twitter and Facebook accounts. Walker was a passenger in a friend's car and both were headed to a charity event for his organization, Reach Out Worldwide, according to a statement posted on his Facebook page. The website for the charity indicated there was an event in Southern California on …

I stumbled upon this trilogy quite by accident. I saw the trailer for the film a couple months before I considered reading the books and well-before I found myself up late at night, refusing to put the books down. It is great, to say the least. But to say little is never my style, especially about something I like. Back to the series. It is fantastic, gruesome, adventurous, and the author, Suzanne Collins, has the reader hanging on till the very last sentence of the trilogy. I thoroughly enjoyed this fascinating and original story, and I have a feeling most others will, though this is based on nothing much other than the fact I was completely enthralled with this tale;…

yeah thats right, i havent seen an 'official' thread devoted to everything Harry Potter, so here it is.......post away my dears...... my fave character :smug: bless his little cotton socks this thread is just for posting pics/links/thoughts/general ramblings that kind of thing :D

I know this is really off topic but is anyone else excited for Mario Kart 8?

The season is fast approaching and I can hardly wait. Here's my predictions for the standings and playoff teams: AFC South Colts Texans Titans Jaguars AFC North Bengals Ravens Browns Steelers AFC West Chiefs Broncos Chargers Raiders AFC East Patriots Dolphins Jets Bills 1. Colts 2. Chiefs 3. Bengals 4. Patriots 5. Broncos 6. Texans Texans at Bengals: Texans Broncos at Patriots: Broncos Broncos at Chiefs: Broncos Texans at Colts: Colts Broncos at Colts: Colts NFC South Saints Buccaneers Panthers Falcons NFC West 49ers Rams Seahawks Cardinals NFC North Vikings Packers Lions Bears NFC East Giants Red…

Ladies and gentleman, I present to you a thread that is dedicated to The Lovely Tom Hiddleston! He is best known for his role as Loki in both of the Thor movies and The Avngers.

http://en.stickeralbum.fifa.com/ I have a Collector's Group set up 1st ten can join using Team ID : 46794 Password : ghost Anybody welcome to join as we can swap between each other! Good Luck and Start Collecting :D

Celien likes Sherlock. Therefore, I made this thread. Problem?

AW JEEZ... Starting April 15 on FX, awesome cast... discussion to follow! [video=youtube;6jFU0r0xG_c]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jFU0r0xG_c imdb info

Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. makes strong US TV debut New TV series Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. achieved the highest ratings for a US drama debut in nearly four years, according to ABC. The comic book spin-off attracted 12.2 million viewers on Tuesday night, despite going up against the American version of The Voice and NCIS. The series launches in the UK on Channel 4 on Friday 27 September. It stars Clark Gregg as Agent Phil Coulson, a hit character from Marvel movies Avengers Assemble and Iron Man. Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is one of the autumn's most eagerly anticipated new series, with producers hoping to translate the success of the film franchi…

GREAT show on FX, season 2 premieres tonight. Anyone else watch? :nice:

Tove Jansson: Love, war and the MoominsBy Mark Bosworth Helsinki This year Finland is celebrating the centenary of the birth of Tove Jansson, creator of the Moomins, and one of the most successful children's writers ever. Her life included war and lesbian relationships - both reflected by the Moomins in surprising ways. There is Moomintroll, Moominmamma and Moominpappa - little white trolls who live in Moominvalley, with other fantastical creatures such as the Hattifatteners, Mymbles and Whompers. Tove Jansson's Moomin books have sold in their millions, and been translated into 44 languages. Philip Pullman, author of His Dark Materials, has described her…

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-22160691 This is happening now so the story'll be updated. New York police are bracing security in response, and the President will probably issue a statement once things start to get clear. New York Times

What are your opinions about this case? Before the verdict is announced, do you think she is guilty or innocent? Although the case is getting a bit of press here in the U.S., the details still aren't clear (at least, not to me). I'm particularly interested in the opinions of those from Italy, since you probably hear more details regarding this case...

so what did you guys do to pass the time while the forum was down?:P I got to do a wolf puzzle, played video-games, study.. and is anybody else watching the grammys right now?

Anyone watch this awesome show? Season three starts this Sunday!!!