Why terrorist's select celebrity events?

The calamity and tragedy of this weeks  Boston Marathon terrorist attack brings into

question besides the sheer horror of it why do they (Terrorists) target big noteworthy

celebrity events.

Terrorists are improving their sophistication and abilities in virtually all aspects of their operations and logistics. The aggressive use of modern technology for information management, communication and intelligence has increased the efficiency of these activities. Weapons technology has become increasingly available, and the purchasing power of terrorist organizations is on the rise. The ready availability of both technology and trained personnel to operate it for any client with sufficient cash allows the well-funded terrorist to equal or exceed the sophistication of governmental counter-measures.

 

Likewise, due to the increase in information outlets, and competition with increasing numbers of other messages, terrorism now requires a greatly increased amount of violence or novelty to attract the attention it requires. The tendency of major media to compete for ratings and the subsequent revenue realized from increases in their audience size and share produces pressures on terrorists to increase the impact and violence of their actions to take advantage of this sensationalism.

Unfortunately we can only look forward to more of these type of attacks in the future.
Take a minute to think, meditate and pray for not only the victims of terrorism in Boston but those all over the World.

Rest in Peace