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Hi everyone, I know this is probably a question that gets asked about every 57 seconds, but I'm going to be visiting New York for a few days with my partner and her family and was just wondered if anyone had any tips about great things to see/do. I found the thread on here from about 4 years ago recommending the High Line, but that was a little while ago and thought that some new and interesting things might have popped up.

Low blow Lewis, low blow. I didn't see this coming at all, but I hope Nico doesn't get bored too soon. If he does, I'm sure Mercedes would give a DTM car to play in. It will be the first time since 1994 that the reigning champ isn't on the grid (Prost retired in 1993 after he won that year).

Congrats to Nico, he's shown good mental strength throughout the year and has absolutely played the long game. There is no doubt that Lewis is the quicker driver, but I'm glad Nico won as it really shows the dominance of Mercedes. They were so much faster than anyone else this year,and Nico did exactly what he needed to do to get the trophy. My main hope is that 2017 scrambles the order, but I fear that's not going to happen.

You absolutely should, as @paulmako says, the sound is immense.

Dr Strange 3/5 - Marvel have an origin movie template. Fortunately enough,I find that template is rather enjoyable. The more psychedelic areas of Strange are deftly handled and the ending is a nice twist on the much maligned Marvel destruction. Cumberbatch is great, but Tilda Swinton and a hyperactive cape steal the film from him. Not there best, but easily mid pack and a good introduction to the mystic arts.

Arrival 5/5 - Wow, just, wow. Easily the best sci-fi of the year, this tale of xyno-etymology is simple in it's premise but pretty flawless in execution. Emotionally resonant, gorgeously shot, whip smart yet approachable and pertinent to our times, Arrival shows Denis Villeneuve is at the top of his game right now. If Amy Adams isn't in the running come awards season, something has gone very wrong.

Swiss Army Man - 5/5

This might be one of the weirdest and original films I have ever seen. It manages to cram collosal fart gags, a sing-a-long to the Jurassic Park theme, Instagram stalking and philosophical thoughts while being mauled by a bear into less than 100 minutes. Just seek out the trailer and the madness there is just the tip of the iceberg. Probably my favourite film of the year.

@dave_tacitus: Good point, forgot about that. By winning Euro F3, he's got the points to qualify for a super licence though, even if he still can't legally buy GTA 5. Blooming whippersnappers.

Edit: Just had a look at his record, Williams might just be on to a winner. In his last 22 races in F3, he's won 13 and only finished once off the podium. That's a pretty good run by anyone's reckoning.

Overlooked by whom? According to some rumours, he was Renault's first choice. I think Perez is thinking about the currently open Ferrari seat in 2018, as it was Arrivabene that brought him into the Ferrari fold years ago. I think it's merely a matter of time before Lance Stroll is confirmed at Williams, apparently they are having to wait for him to be over 18 before he can wear Martini colours.

@isomeri said:

Force India have apparently confirmed that the Hulk has left the building, so it's just a matter of time before he's confirmed at Renault. I think Bottas was their option if they didn't get Hulk. Personally, I think it's a smart move. Force India do marvels for their budget, but this is the best they are ever going to get unless Mallya sells the team and they get some proper funding. Renault aren't here to make up the numbers and I wouldn't be surprised if they've spent a lot of this year developing next year's car. I'm not saying they'll instantly become a race winner, but manufacturer backing and the prospect of being numero uno over there must be very tempting. So who's going to be next to him, or is it a straight race between Magnussen and Ocon?

I'm waiting for Friday too, but Eurogamer's X-Com addict Chris Bratt's made a video on their site saying it runs absolutely fine and it's stable. I would try and link to it, but I'm doing this on my phone.