# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1057 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1058 --- ## [OB-GYN from the San Francisco area is planning a floating clinic](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ob-gyn-from-the-san-francisco-area-is-planning-a-floating-clinic/967823)
**Author:** [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 3:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ob-gyn-from-the-san-francisco-area-is-planning-a-floating-clinic/967823 "2022-07-14T03:54:34Z")
“This is going to be a very large monetary effort that is funded by philanthropy and maybe a donated vessel,” said Dr. Meg Autry, an OB-GYN and professor at UCSF. “Basically a reproductive floating health clinic,” sa… --- ## [Is a gas tax holiday a good idea?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-a-gas-tax-holiday-a-good-idea/966757)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 2:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-a-gas-tax-holiday-a-good-idea/966757 "2022-07-14T02:48:29Z")
Economic policy is pretty much at the top of a long list I’m abjectly ignorant about. :smiley: But I don’t see how the proposed gas tax holiday is in any way a good thing - or anything other than pandering theater. An… --- ## [How, exactly, does binary code actually become what is shown on a computer screen?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-exactly-does-binary-code-actually-become-what-is-shown-on-a-computer-screen/967493)
**Author:** [@SmartBulbInc](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SmartBulbInc)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 12:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-exactly-does-binary-code-actually-become-what-is-shown-on-a-computer-screen/967493 "2022-07-14T00:45:25Z")
It is often something that is portrayed in media: “hackers” looking at ones and zeros all day to code. Of course, anyone who has extensively used computers knows that this just is not the case. But, few people actually t… --- ## [What does US customs do with packages?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-us-customs-do-with-packages/967298)
**Author:** [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 12:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-us-customs-do-with-packages/967298 "2022-07-14T00:32:40Z")
Bought a used guitar from Canada. Does US customs just open it and make sure it’s a guitar and nothing else ? --- ## [Gerrymandering Damages?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gerrymandering-damages/967899)
**Author:** [@Sage\_Rat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sage_Rat)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 12:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gerrymandering-damages/967899 "2022-07-14T00:05:41Z")
During the Gilded Age, parties were known to buy votes from people: Now while it may be the case that it’s illegal for me to sell my vote - either by taking money to vote in a certain way or selling my name to another… --- ## [What We Do In The Shadows Season 3 hits Sept 2nd (Plus Trailer!)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-we-do-in-the-shadows-season-3-hits-sept-2nd-plus-trailer/948643)
**Author:** [@Hoops](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hoops)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-we-do-in-the-shadows-season-3-hits-sept-2nd-plus-trailer/948643 "2022-07-13T23:05:04Z")
What the title says. Trailer: --- ## [Interesting idea for a garden bench](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/interesting-idea-for-a-garden-bench/967836)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/interesting-idea-for-a-garden-bench/967836 "2022-07-13T23:01:57Z")
I saw this photo on bored panda. I’ve never thought about building in a pop-up table. It would be great for a paper plate with sandwiches and I would include a cut out for a coke can. It’s a simple concept. I’m looking … --- ## [Have you bought anything interesting for Amazon Prime Day(s)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-bought-anything-interesting-for-amazon-prime-day-s/967898)
**Author:** [@Nars\_Glinley](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nars_Glinley)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 10:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-bought-anything-interesting-for-amazon-prime-day-s/967898 "2022-07-13T22:03:10Z")
I’m looking for a new router but haven’t pulled the trigger yet. Anyone get a good deal on something? --- ## [The new wrong shopping mall](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-wrong-shopping-mall/967492)
**Author:** [@Kedikat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kedikat)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 9:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-wrong-shopping-mall/967492 "2022-07-13T21:13:47Z")
I live in one of the many parts of Canada where winters are nasty. But that is even beside many points against this new shopping mall concept. We now have two major shopping malls that are a collection of separate store… --- ## [User avatars not sliding down anymore](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/user-avatars-not-sliding-down-anymore/967513)
**Author:** [@commasense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/commasense)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 8:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/user-avatars-not-sliding-down-anymore/967513 "2022-07-13T20:19:31Z")
On my android tablet, user avatars are no longer sliding down alongside long posts as I scroll. Is this a change to the software, or have I accidentally changed something on my end? I looked through preferences and coul… --- ## [Chronos, I'm sorry](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chronos-im-sorry/967890)
**Author:** [@Roger\_That](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roger_That)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 6:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chronos-im-sorry/967890 "2022-07-13T18:54:41Z")
But in the Breaking Bad thread that you just banned me from, apparently for using a vulgar term for the idolators of Vince Gilligan’s plotting, did you not realize that (as I wrote) I was quoting someone else’s exact vu… --- ## [Which Is Worse: Hot and Humid, or VERY Hot and Dry?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-is-worse-hot-and-humid-or-very-hot-and-dry/967457)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-is-worse-hot-and-humid-or-very-hot-and-dry/967457 "2022-07-13T17:17:16Z")
I’ve you’ve spent time in climates that are hot (say, summer highs around 90F/32C) and humid, and climates that are really REALLY hot (say, summer highs around 110F/43C) but bone dry, which is harder to live with? --- ## [Can sweetness be measured chemically?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-sweetness-be-measured-chemically/967879)
**Author:** [@Keeve](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Keeve)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-sweetness-be-measured-chemically/967879 "2022-07-13T17:10:36Z")
Packets of artificial sweeteners typically say something like “Sweet as 2 teaspoons of sugar”. Is this something that can be quantitatively measured in a laboratory? Or is it merely the consensus of the manufacturer’s ta… --- ## [How do people wounded in mass shooting events, and the families of those killed, gain financial recompense?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-people-wounded-in-mass-shooting-events-and-the-families-of-those-killed-gain-financial-recompense/967599)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 4:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-people-wounded-in-mass-shooting-events-and-the-families-of-those-killed-gain-financial-recompense/967599 "2022-07-13T16:37:45Z")
I put this in FQ because I’m seeking a factual answer to this question. How do people wounded in mass shooting events, and the families of those killed, gain financial recompense to be made a semblance of whole again? … --- ## [How would The US react if 6 people were killed and 24 mangled by Cougars in Highland Park on July 4th?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-the-us-react-if-6-people-were-killed-and-24-mangled-by-cougars-in-highland-park-on-july-4th/967416)
**Author:** [@Crane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crane)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 4:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-the-us-react-if-6-people-were-killed-and-24-mangled-by-cougars-in-highland-park-on-july-4th/967416 "2022-07-13T16:34:15Z")
This question occurred to me while watching breaking news today on TV - How would The US react if 6 people were killed and 24 mangled by Cougars in Highland Park on July 4th? Would such a flurry of attacks cause general… --- ## [X-Men's Rogue's "stolen" powers—who WAS "Miss Marvel"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/x-mens-rogues-stolen-powers-who-was-miss-marvel/209802)
**Author:** [@Ranchoth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ranchoth)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/x-mens-rogues-stolen-powers-who-was-miss-marvel/209802 "2022-07-13T15:44:13Z")
…Those X-Men fans among us know that Rogue\* permenantly gained powers of flight, invulnerability, and superhuman strength after absorbing them from a superheroine named “Miss Marvel.” The thing is, though, that I can’t … --- ## [In your humble opinion, who are your countries "national treasures"? (other countries, too, if you like!)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-your-humble-opinion-who-are-your-countries-national-treasures-other-countries-too-if-you-like/966504)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-your-humble-opinion-who-are-your-countries-national-treasures-other-countries-too-if-you-like/966504 "2022-07-13T15:40:31Z")
National Treasures are people that just mean so much to the whole country. People who when the die, the nation will and should properly mourn. I’ll start with my own thoughts on the United States. Treasures are usually o… --- ## [Travel to Croatia - any tips?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-to-croatia-any-tips/962074)
**Author:** [@FinsToTheLeft](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FinsToTheLeft)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-to-croatia-any-tips/962074 "2022-07-13T15:04:27Z")
So the wife and and I are (hopefully) heading on our first post-Covid vacation the first 2 weeks of July. Kids are off at camp, so it’s just the old people. At the moment, we are booked with the following itinerary: F… --- ## [Clarification of SDMB rule against calls to action](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clarification-of-sdmb-rule-against-calls-to-action/967571)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Zotti](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ed_Zotti)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 1:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clarification-of-sdmb-rule-against-calls-to-action/967571 "2022-07-13T13:55:57Z")
In light of recent events, we thought it wise to clarify the SDMB’s rule against calls to action and related activities: No calls to action. Do not instigate members to take specific action for or against any issue or e… --- ## [What is this caboose fixture?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-this-caboose-fixture/967053)
**Author:** [@tofor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tofor)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 1:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-this-caboose-fixture/967053 "2022-07-13T13:46:29Z")
I recently saw this on a caboose in a train museum. The guide didn’t know what this fixture was for. She said that the caboose was home to the conductors, who could climb these little ladders into a loft space with big … --- ## [Homeowners Insurance-Hawaii](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homeowners-insurance-hawaii/967747)
**Author:** [@19USMC69](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/19USMC69)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 1:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homeowners-insurance-hawaii/967747 "2022-07-13T13:40:45Z")
I was just watching Weather Channel program featuring the big island (Hawaii),the eruption of Kilauea and the destruction of homes. Can homeowners living close to volcanoes even get insurance? --- ## [Why is the keys on a keyboard labeled in lowercase?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-the-keys-on-a-keyboard-labeled-in-lowercase/967806)
**Author:** [@SmartBulbInc](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SmartBulbInc)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-the-keys-on-a-keyboard-labeled-in-lowercase/967806 "2022-07-13T11:59:48Z")
This is something that has urked me for quite some time. Aren’t the capitalized-versions of the letters easier to recognize? For what reason are they lower-case? --- ## [Man saves murder hornet from parasite with his bare hands](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/man-saves-murder-hornet-from-parasite-with-his-bare-hands/967478)
**Author:** [@nightshadea](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nightshadea)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 9:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/man-saves-murder-hornet-from-parasite-with-his-bare-hands/967478 "2022-07-13T09:16:21Z")
one this guy has balls o steel two he’s crazy and 3 ewwww this is sorta gross you are warned --- ## [Computer buying question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-buying-question/967760)
**Author:** [@Southern\_Yankee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Southern_Yankee)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 7:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-buying-question/967760 "2022-07-13T07:39:42Z")
I am looking at two budget-friendly desktop computers. They are the same price. Based on the main differences below, which would you think is the better deal. I mostly use the computer for web stuff and minor document cr… --- ## [How effective is a low sodium diet vs a diuretic for lowering risk of stroke and CVD events](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-effective-is-a-low-sodium-diet-vs-a-diuretic-for-lowering-risk-of-stroke-and-cvd-events/967855)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-effective-is-a-low-sodium-diet-vs-a-diuretic-for-lowering-risk-of-stroke-and-cvd-events/967855 "2022-07-13T05:20:44Z")
Lets say you break up a group of risk individuals into three groups. Group 1 - eats a low sodium diet of 1500mg/day Group 2 - eats a high sodium diet, but takes a HTN diuretic that removes sodium Group 3 - eats a low … --- ## [Old country song with yodeling on the current Better Call Saul trailers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-country-song-with-yodeling-on-the-current-better-call-saul-trailers/967739)
**Author:** [@saucywench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/saucywench)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-country-song-with-yodeling-on-the-current-better-call-saul-trailers/967739 "2022-07-13T03:44:57Z")
I’ve listened to Jimmie Rodgers and Slim Whitman, can’t find the song. Anyone know it? --- ## [Ever seen a road with your name?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-seen-a-road-with-your-name/967585)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-seen-a-road-with-your-name/967585 "2022-07-13T03:12:15Z")
I’ve noticed a lot of roads in my county have people’s names (mostly first names) and while I’ve never seen my name, there is one near here with my mom’s name (Loretta Drive.) My last name shows up on a lot of roads, b… --- ## [Georgia's Guidestones get partially blown up!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/georgias-guidestones-get-partially-blown-up/967505)
**Author:** [@Maserschmidt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Maserschmidt)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/georgias-guidestones-get-partially-blown-up/967505 "2022-07-13T03:02:15Z")
I put this in Cafe Society because John Oliver covered them last month in a free web exclusive. JohnOliver: There’s a whole satanic theory around them, and there’s a gubernatorial candidate saying she woul… --- ## [Looking for a music fantasy book](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-a-music-fantasy-book/967841)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 2:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-a-music-fantasy-book/967841 "2022-07-13T02:56:27Z")
This is probably from a few decades back. By listening the the last albums from performers whose lives were cut tragically short, this guy is able to either go back in time or enter another universe to prevent the death… --- ## [Ordered a "special" pizza](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ordered-a-special-pizza/967703)
**Author:** [@a6ka97](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/a6ka97)\ **Replies:** 146\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 11:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ordered-a-special-pizza/967703 "2022-07-12T23:38:44Z")
Last night called up the locally owned pizza joint to get pizza for supper. Ordered a large and knowing they cut the pizza into 8 slices and I had 5 people eating I asked it to be cut into 10 slices. The kid on the other… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1056) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1058)