# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1077 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1078 --- ## [Tell me about your multitool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-multitool/691066)
**Author:** [@Rhythmdvl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhythmdvl)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 6:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-multitool/691066 "2014-06-19T18:59:55Z")
I’m looking to get a multitool to throw in with our festival gear (festivals usually equal three to five days of car-camping with a somewhat elaborate set up and a mobile cart with a totem, sunshade, etc.). We don’t need… --- ## [What will the world be like in 2030 or 2050?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-the-world-be-like-in-2030-or-2050/691147)
**Author:** [@Earth001](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Earth001)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 5:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-the-world-be-like-in-2030-or-2050/691147 "2014-06-19T17:52:14Z")
I often think about life in the future as a futuristic utopia like that of Star Trek or Back to the Future II, or other visions of the future. I would like to know what will be different in 2030 or 2050? How will we live… --- ## [My Laptop died, need suggestions on what to get to replace it.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-laptop-died-need-suggestions-on-what-to-get-to-replace-it/690909)
**Author:** [@MyFootsZZZ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MyFootsZZZ)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 2:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-laptop-died-need-suggestions-on-what-to-get-to-replace-it/690909 "2014-06-19T14:51:31Z")
So after about 5 years of use, my old laptop died. I went to Best Buy the other day, and my options are more varied than ever. I’m a little lost and could use some advice. I JUST got my first Smart Phone. It’s a Samsu… --- ## [Fun and games in Russian Parliament](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-and-games-in-russian-parliament/691120)
**Author:** [@Terr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Terr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 1:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-and-games-in-russian-parliament/691120 "2014-06-19T13:17:43Z")
This is hilarious - I couldn’t find this in English, but: http://lenta.ru/news/2014/06/18/lingvo/ - my translation. Russian Parliament’s Committee on Culture has advanced a bill that would fine unwarranted use of foreig… --- ## [New house, new porch, old grill](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-house-new-porch-old-grill/691053)
**Author:** [@Munch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Munch)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 11:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-house-new-porch-old-grill/691053 "2014-06-19T11:57:19Z")
Should the stars align in the next couple weeks with inspections, appraisals and whatever other elder gods we need to pray to in order to get this process finally over with, we should be moving into a new house in a few … --- ## [Paying Monster, Careerbuilder, Flipdog, etc. to distribute resume - Worth it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paying-monster-careerbuilder-flipdog-etc-to-distribute-resume-worth-it/159033)
**Author:** [@TurdFerguson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TurdFerguson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2003, 1:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paying-monster-careerbuilder-flipdog-etc-to-distribute-resume-worth-it/159033 "2003-03-05T13:14:48Z")
My apologies if this is in the wrong forum, couldn’t decide if it belonged here or GQ. I have been looking for a job for a while now and I haven’t had much luck. I’ve responded to thousands of job postings and have cal… --- ## [I dislike Firefox 29's mandatory UI change](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dislike-firefox-29s-mandatory-ui-change/687572)
**Author:** [@by-tor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/by-tor)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 8:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dislike-firefox-29s-mandatory-ui-change/687572 "2014-06-19T08:18:10Z")
So Firefox 29 changes the UI in a lot of ways that in my opinion, sucks. The tabs are on top, the (useful) add-on bar is gone, the new buttons are frigging small and weird. I think they are trying to be more like Chrome,… --- ## [What's the most "clean rinsing" brand of liquid hand soap](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-most-clean-rinsing-brand-of-liquid-hand-soap/690810)
**Author:** [@sara20](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sara20)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 8:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-most-clean-rinsing-brand-of-liquid-hand-soap/690810 "2014-06-19T08:03:19Z")
I have very sensitive skin and I think I might even be somewhat allergic to soap. If I don’t rinse off every little bit of residue it dries my skin out horribly and irritates it. What’s the most “clean rinsing” brand … --- ## [720p vs 1080p projector -- noticeable difference?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/720p-vs-1080p-projector-noticeable-difference/690965)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 7:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/720p-vs-1080p-projector-noticeable-difference/690965 "2014-06-19T07:51:32Z")
I’m considering a digital projector (for movies and gaming) in the near future, but I’m finding it hard to choose between a 720p and a 1080p model. I understand the theoretical relationship between viewing distance and D… --- ## [Does anyone here have experience with Avoidant Personality Disorder?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-here-have-experience-with-avoidant-personality-disorder/685862)
**Author:** [@Budget\_Player\_Cadet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Budget_Player_Cadet)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 5:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-here-have-experience-with-avoidant-personality-disorder/685862 "2014-06-19T05:50:19Z")
So someone important in my life has self-diagnosed themselves with avoidant personality disorder, and looking at how they behave and how they act, I can’t really disagree with the diagnosis. I… don’t really know how to d… --- ## [Do men on their own light Shabbat candles?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-men-on-their-own-light-shabbat-candles/691114)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2014, 5:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-men-on-their-own-light-shabbat-candles/691114 "2014-06-19T05:45:34Z")
I know that generally it is the women of a Jewish family who light Friday night candles. I live alone and always light candles on my own. But what about Jewish men who live alone, or a widowed father with small children … --- ## [Non-Compete Agreements and my Ex Employer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/non-compete-agreements-and-my-ex-employer/690954)
**Author:** [@humbled](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/humbled)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 11:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/non-compete-agreements-and-my-ex-employer/690954 "2014-06-18T23:21:21Z")
What a great first impression I’m making. I’ve already confessed that my living situation sucks, and now I’m confessing that my work situation really sucked. I’ll start by saying that I thought I left my previous employ… --- ## [Anyone been asked to review stuff online (e.g. on Youtube or blogs)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-been-asked-to-review-stuff-online-e-g-on-youtube-or-blogs/691100)
**Author:** [@Mangetout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangetout)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 9:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-been-asked-to-review-stuff-online-e-g-on-youtube-or-blogs/691100 "2014-06-18T21:43:47Z")
I have a moderately successful YouTube channel (small stuff really: 5k subscribers) - I recently got a flurry of contacts from representatives of online Chinese electronics/gift retailers, asking me if I’d review some of… --- ## [(NJ) Help tickets cited on private property](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nj-help-tickets-cited-on-private-property/691089)
**Author:** [@\_no\_way\_jose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/_no_way_jose)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 8:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nj-help-tickets-cited-on-private-property/691089 "2014-06-18T20:43:45Z")
My brother got a parking ticket in his car that is registered in my name. My license was suspened becasue he never told me about. This weekend i was pulled over in Willowbrook mall parting lot by municipal police. His re… --- ## [What if the USA were a feudal society?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-if-the-usa-were-a-feudal-society/690829)
**Author:** [@Knowed\_Out](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Knowed_Out)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 8:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-if-the-usa-were-a-feudal-society/690829 "2014-06-18T20:00:45Z")
Say instead of president, Obama is King of America. In feudal societies, kings and queens would issue titles and land to individuals for reasons such as political promotion, alliance deals, rewards of service to the crow… --- ## [Pet insurance](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pet-insurance/691095)
**Author:** [@brachyrhynchos](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/brachyrhynchos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 7:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pet-insurance/691095 "2014-06-18T19:59:46Z")
Last week, we had to put our beloved cat Sydney down. She had been ill basically since we got her, starting with hyperthyroidism and developing chronic kidney failure and likely diffuse lymphoma. We had spent a considera… --- ## [Could the government create a retirement annuity fund which could be in your 401k/IRA](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-the-government-create-a-retirement-annuity-fund-which-could-be-in-your-401k-ira/691010)
**Author:** [@filmore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/filmore)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 7:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-the-government-create-a-retirement-annuity-fund-which-could-be-in-your-401k-ira/691010 "2014-06-18T19:47:59Z")
The 401k and IRA accounts can be a great way to save money for retirement. They can also be a good way to lose a bunch of money. It is all dependent on which funds you pick for your investment choices. The problem is,… --- ## [Volunteer to look over my resume?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/volunteer-to-look-over-my-resume/691030)
**Author:** [@moejoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/moejoe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 7:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/volunteer-to-look-over-my-resume/691030 "2014-06-18T19:20:31Z")
I’m currently employed and have a good solid work history, but I’m looking for a new job. Maybe it’s just the times we’re living in, but I’ve always had a pretty easy time getting interviews and jobs in the past and thi… --- ## [8 Year Gap in Resume?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/8-year-gap-in-resume/690801)
**Author:** [@BlueValley45](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BlueValley45)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 7:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/8-year-gap-in-resume/690801 "2014-06-18T19:19:24Z")
Hi People . . Due to a deathly illness and long recovery I have a 8+ year gap in my resume. I now feel about ready to dust it off and attempt the “search”. In the meantime I have lost my contacts due to changes in the ec… --- ## [House refinance=30 pt. drop in "credit score?"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/house-refinance-30-pt-drop-in-credit-score/691060)
**Author:** [@DummyGladHands](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DummyGladHands)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 7:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/house-refinance-30-pt-drop-in-credit-score/691060 "2014-06-18T19:02:44Z")
Credit score in quotes as it’s the fake one on the credit card statements, but I would think it might have some relevance to reality? Was this drop, which I see has huge, created by the refinance? I know they ran checks… --- ## [Looking Back 10 Yrs, Comparing 2004 and 2014](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-back-10-yrs-comparing-2004-and-2014/690798)
**Author:** [@Nema98](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nema98)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 5:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-back-10-yrs-comparing-2004-and-2014/690798 "2014-06-18T17:48:11Z")
What are some trends you have noticed between now in 2014 and back 10 years ago in 2004, could be in any respect? Fashion: At first glance I would say most people dress the same as they did in 2004, meaning it is not wo… --- ## [Ladies with fine/slippery hair: I need headband advice!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-with-fine-slippery-hair-i-need-headband-advice/664139)
**Author:** [@nashiitashii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nashiitashii)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 5:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-with-fine-slippery-hair-i-need-headband-advice/664139 "2014-06-18T17:35:34Z")
I currently have hair that’s not quite long enough to put back in any sort of ponytails, so I’m stuck with using headbands when working out. With any sort of intense exercise, I’ve had trouble with headbands and bandanas… --- ## [Public service employees: What were the worst looking people you had to deal with?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/public-service-employees-what-were-the-worst-looking-people-you-had-to-deal-with/691056)
**Author:** [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 4:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/public-service-employees-what-were-the-worst-looking-people-you-had-to-deal-with/691056 "2014-06-18T16:49:34Z")
Inspired by this thread. I’m a cashier. I treat every customer equally until they act like idiots. Then I call the manager. Them’s the rules. The cited thread reminded me that in one day I had to ring up: A woman we… --- ## [Dr. Oz promotion of quackery](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-oz-promotion-of-quackery/665695)
**Author:** [@Razncain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Razncain)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 4:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-oz-promotion-of-quackery/665695 "2014-06-18T16:28:21Z")
Yesterday I was flipping through the channels, and seen where he had numerologist expert Glynis McCant on. Dr. Oz said he first learned about numerology by meeting wise men in India. He said he didn’t learn anything abou… --- ## [Innovator's Dilemma/Harvard Prof Clayton Christensen - slammed in The New Yorker](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/innovators-dilemma-harvard-prof-clayton-christensen-slammed-in-the-new-yorker/691067)
**Author:** [@WordMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WordMan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 4:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/innovators-dilemma-harvard-prof-clayton-christensen-slammed-in-the-new-yorker/691067 "2014-06-18T16:24:50Z")
Just needed to get this out there - totally swamped and about to get on a phone call for work. Was reading this week’s New Yorker - journalist/staff writer Jill Lepore has an article about the business concept of “disru… --- ## [What is a contract position?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-contract-position/690776)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 4:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-contract-position/690776 "2014-06-18T16:02:11Z")
I have an interview coming up for a video production job. I would be editing videos for training and marketing purposes for a company that installs natural gas pipelines. They did say that it is a contract position. … --- ## ["A buck fifty" vs. "a dollar fifty"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-buck-fifty-vs-a-dollar-fifty/690899)
**Author:** [@guizot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/guizot)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 3:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-buck-fifty-vs-a-dollar-fifty/690899 "2014-06-18T15:05:17Z")
If you buy something for $1.50, in your experience, what kind of vendor will say, “That’s a buck fifty,” as opposed to “That’s a dollar fifty,” (or as opposed to “one dollar and fifty cents”)? At which vendors would it s… --- ## [Subliminal Messages (MKULTRA, Disney, and Your Wallet)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/subliminal-messages-mkultra-disney-and-your-wallet/691042)
**Author:** [@independentDemocrat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/independentDemocrat)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 2:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/subliminal-messages-mkultra-disney-and-your-wallet/691042 "2014-06-18T14:36:42Z")
When you invest in Disney what do you get back?? Time to kill from your kids. And…Hollywood has since, its inception always promoted racism, sexism, violence, etc. From D.W. Griffith’s “Birth of A Nation” to modern da… --- ## [Probable cost of ticket?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/probable-cost-of-ticket/691039)
**Author:** [@EndlessEntropy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EndlessEntropy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 12:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/probable-cost-of-ticket/691039 "2014-06-18T12:36:36Z")
I got pulled over after passing a truck at 77 mph in a 65 mph zone and the cop let me go because I had a clean record but gave me a ticket because I didn’t put my warning lights on while he stopped me. Does anyone know m… --- ## [How did these bruises occur?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-these-bruises-occur/690993)
**Author:** [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2014, 11:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-these-bruises-occur/690993 "2014-06-18T11:08:15Z")
Background info: a few months back I had a cardiac cauterization, angioplasty, and placement of a single stent. I’ve been doing fine since. I take Aspirin and Plavix everyday (along with Lipitor, Atenolol, Norvasc, a… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1076) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1078)