Soccer Fever in Iraq
After the arrival of David Beckham, more soccer news began to appear on the front page of the U.S. newspapers (Sport section). While I am waiting to see the growing popularity of soccer here, I am looking into some sport crazes. For example, the Iraqi National Soccer Team just won its first Asian Cup on Sunday. The Iraqi celebrated the victory by firing at the sky. I don't think those who were unintentionally injured enjoyed the celebration. In fact, I see their national pride and excitement. Hm... perhaps the U.S. team should play against the Iraqi on a soccer field rather than a battlefield.
Olympics & Politics
Steven Spielberg considers quiting his position as artistic adviser to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. I don't exact know what that position means since I only admire Spielberg as a director, but I am surprised to hear that he is quitting for political reasons. Critics argue that it has not done enough to against Sudan over Darfur due to the oil trade. Meanwhile, a group of "Free Tibet" protesters are urging the Chinese government to set Tibet free. Well...too much politics... I wanna enjoy the show. Just that simple.
