the title of the thread when i began it says it all Vegas Kid...i don't think space exploration/experimentation is worthless, and i understand NASA does more then just launch a space shuttle. at this point, i would rather see my basketball game or sitcom instead of an exploitation of a tragedy. me creating this thread was not meant to discredit, defame, or take away anything the people accomplished. it was to make the point that the media blows everything out of proportion with their around the clock reports. the women and men that perished deserve respect, but they aren't gods, or idols, or 'better' than you or me. they were regular people and should not be exalted and exploited for NASA's gain, which is currently the case. THAT is why i hate seeing the current "updates" and "breaking news" that serve no purpose but beating a dead horse.