Using the dreaded IE. No, other pics come up fine. It's just a few threads here. I haven't changed any settings, and this started just about two hours ago. It was fine earlier.
Hmmmmmmmm
OK then ... hmmm
Have you tried deleting temporary internet files? use Tools and then Internet Options and click on delete files under the Temporary Internet Files section.
It can take some time before your hourglass returns to normal and it is done.