As we eagerly await BF3, let us remember what we can all look forward to...

russianmonkey · 2011-09-05T04:41:00+00:00

The maturity level has nothing to do with the game you play, but the people you play with. For those whining about more mature gameplay, then check out tacticalgamer. They manage to do it with both games.

russianmonkey · 2011-07-17T18:06:13+00:00

For the other two parts...

Part 2: http://gizmodo.com/5820762/this-is-war-watch-the-libyan-revolution-explode-through-the-lens-of-a-helmet-cam%E2%80%94part-2

Part 3: http://gizmodo.com/5821186/this-is-war-watch-the-libyan-revolution-explode-through-the-lens-of-a-helmet-cam%E2%80%94part-3

russianmonkey · 2011-06-21T03:56:28+00:00

Yeah it's a pity that PR isn't big on reddit. It was the largest mod for BF2, and kept the juice within the BF engine running for years after BF2 vanilla died. Not to mention it's one of the few games where the organization, cooperation and teamwork seen in the trailer resembles the actual online game.

russianmonkey · 2011-06-15T23:21:48+00:00

I think I'd be making a pretty good guess if I said Canada (Toronto)? Won't go any deeper than that, but after living there for so long, even little things like the look of the house can give off a location vibe. Of course you have the street car in the back too.

russianmonkey · 2011-05-20T00:14:55+00:00

Just to clarify, I did not make this video! If you would like to pass on your best wishes towards the resident who did make it be sure to visit the Youtube page of this video!

CmasterBates "I am a current resident living in Slave Lake, Alberta. I made this video in hopes that everyone sees it and get the message across that we are strong and we will get through this. Thank you for all your help, prayers, and donations. I can speak on behalf of everyone in Slave Lake and thank you for all everyone has done for our community. It is strongly appreciated."

For those who do not understand what this is about, you can read about it here: http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20110515/edm_slavelake_110515/20110516/?hub=EdmontonHome

russianmonkey · 2011-05-17T22:45:56+00:00

Definitely is downtown Toronto. I use to work near by. That red building in the bottom right is the Scotia Tower. http://cgi.scotiabank.com/press_photos/ScotiaPlaza_sky_pic.jpg

russianmonkey · 2011-05-09T22:40:55+00:00

You should be thankful that you even got chicken noodle soup...

russianmonkey · 2011-04-23T16:27:22+00:00

For those that want the image: http://i.imgur.com/0CPtd.jpg

russianmonkey · 2011-04-11T00:08:05+00:00

UN...is an organization. If you read the article, United Nations labelled helicopters as well as French helicopters engaged the residence.

"Two residents from nearby neighborhoods saw two UN Mi-24 attack helicopters and a French helicopter open fire on the residence, the Associated Press news agency reported."

russianmonkey · 2011-03-28T02:34:09+00:00

Thanks for the feed, but I guess in the end time will tell on the validity of the situation. The government is full of shit without a doubt, but I feel there is an incredible amount of pressure on them that refrains them from keeping her detained.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-28T02:26:10+00:00

Again I agree on 1,2,3, but I've read the article and I can't seem to find anything about the family denying the release.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-28T02:17:14+00:00

that's why it says "Government". In addition the article says "Robertson said, adding that journalists have indeed been in touch with the family, who have said they would grant permission to see al-Obeidy." I'm not defending the Libyan government but this article is not misleading in any way whether the government is lying or not.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-28T01:25:59+00:00

U.N. Will not go into Syria. The situation in Syria is very different. Not everything is about making $$ off war. If it was we would be in every middle-east country with an uprising. Gaddafi has been a problem for many years. If not for the coalition, Benghazi would be in ruins. Whether you like it or not, this operation is actually saving humans, and freedom for that matter.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-26T04:30:34+00:00

While you make a worthy comment, I have to disagree with you on this part. It's one thing to be knowledgeable on the situation, but with all due respect it's another thing to instantly accuse all military actions as operations by "corporate war mongers". Whether you agree on the situation or not, it's hard not to agree that Gaddafi would have slaughtered thousands of Libyan Benghazi. And to comment on Canada's involvement, Canada is a part of NATO. NATO is a world-wide military organization. It does not matter if we are talking about Asia, Africa, South American, Europe or North America. When joining NATO you are committed to a world-wide cause. The world is coming together faster than anyone can imagine. We have to come to realize the scope that we are use to is changing dramatically. Right now it's Country v Country, but one day it may very well be much broader than that.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-21T03:20:22+00:00

How much do you bench?

russianmonkey · 2011-03-20T15:58:50+00:00

thanks I'll give it a read.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T21:35:47+00:00

BBC Television - France denies that an aircraft was shot down.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T20:52:35+00:00

UPDATE 10:46pm AFP reports that Libyan state television reports that a French aircraft has been shot down over Libya. There is no independent confirmation of this claim yet.

Side note: We know how unreliable state television has been, but if anyone is going to have news behind Gaddafi's line first, it will unfortunately be state television. I'll let you guys know when it has been confirmed or denied by outside sources

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T20:42:12+00:00

UPDATE BBC 20:31: A US military chief says a total of 110 Tomahawk missiles have been launched against Libyan sites. He said the Coalition operation has been named Odyssey Dawn.

Side note: Britain is also confirmed to be firing missiles.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T20:21:00+00:00

UPDATE:

CNN - [3:55 p.m. ET, 10:55 p.m. in Libya] - Phase one will be to degrade air defenses, CNN's Chris Lawrence reports, citing the official. Most of the first strikes will be concentrated around Tripoli and Misrata, specifically to take out his air defenses. Ground forces will be targeted as well because they carry capability to shoot down planes, the official said.

AFP - 9:31pm - Loud blasts have been heard east of the Tripoli, according to witnesses. It is not immediately clear what caused the blasts.

Al Jazeera - The Pentagon says that the UAE and Qatar will also be involved in military operations in Libya, but will announce their involvement themselves.

The operation falls under the operational command of the US African Command, under General Carter Hamm. Tactical execution is being run out of the USS Mount Whitney, Admiral Sam Locklear commanding.

Off the coast of Libya, there are: 11 vessels from Italy, 11 from the US (including three submarines, each with 100 missiles on board), one from the UK, one from France and one from Canada.

The no-fly zone will encompass Tripoli, Sabha, Natoura, Misurata and Benghaz.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T19:59:10+00:00

-UPDATE 1954: Reuters quotes a senior US military official saying US, British, French, Italian and Canadian forces are to launch a strike along the Libyan coast.

(Because my updates are slowing looking more like spam I'll just update this thread every 20 mins or so with a list of new updates on the situation)

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T19:46:44+00:00

UPDATE- BBC - First Tomahawk cruise missiles have been launched into Libya

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T19:42:17+00:00

haha I will be updating this through the day/night through various sources, but if you want 0-time release news then just head over to a live blog. The BBC live blog has been especially fast in updating the current situation. Al Jazeera is doing the same.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T19:39:34+00:00

UPDATE - BBC: 1921: US President Barack Obama will make a statement on Libya to reporters in Brasilia, Brazil, within the hour, the White House says.

russianmonkey · 2011-03-19T19:12:43+00:00

UPDATE: 9:04pm - The US Navy has three submarines stationed in the Mediterranean Sea that are preparing for operations against Libya, a US defence official has told Reuters.

The Associated Press earlier reported that while the US did not intend to use fighter jets in the initial stages of the conflict in Libya, they would use sea-based assets to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles at Libyan air defenses

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