11.   South by Southwest demonstrated that even as technology offers countless new pop thrills, music itself is in a circling pattern, with plenty to enjoy but few surprises.

12.   Theme parks, which are growing in popularity, will also be featuring new thrills this year.

13.   To entice repeat visits, amusement parks spend millions of dollars on new thrill rides.

14.   British Formula One driver Damon Hill tried his hand Monday in an offshore powerboat and said he enjoyed the new thrills.

15.   The Canadian daredevil was left with a bruised knee and a new thrill.