Well there you go Ralph, two subjects you researched because you had an interest in them. Whereas at school we were (and im guessing still are) taught about things we didn't want to know about. I've never really understood the Israel Palestine thing, something to do with land is about all i can fathom. I suppose if you do find a thread borig the thing to do is think 'that was boring, oh well' and not feel the need to tell people.
I must admit i do like libraries, old ones with actual books in that aren't stuffed with computers and have a DVD/video games rentals section. I really should try make an effort to read more...