# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=13 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 14 --- ## ["His & Hers" Netflix Limited Series](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/his-hers-netflix-limited-series/1034404)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 9:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/his-hers-netflix-limited-series/1034404 "2026-11-05T21:05:49Z")
This is a “whodoneit” centered in a small town where everyone knows each other and each other’s business. Who is responsible for a series of murders and why? It is very well done with twists and turns and, if you can f… --- ## [Gov Newsom cancels Death Penalty](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gov-newsom-cancels-death-penalty/831109)
**Author:** [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Replies:** 134\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 8:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gov-newsom-cancels-death-penalty/831109 "2026-11-05T20:57:51Z")
However:\*While campaigning for the death penalty repeal measure in 2016, Newsom told The Modesto Bee editorial board he would “be accountable to the will of the voters” on the death penalty if he became governor. \* an… --- ## [This turkey was killed by hand with a sharp knife](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/this-turkey-was-killed-by-hand-with-a-sharp-knife/609252)
**Author:** [@Isamu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isamu)\ **Replies:** 609\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 8:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/this-turkey-was-killed-by-hand-with-a-sharp-knife/609252 "2026-11-05T20:50:57Z")
That was on the label of the turkey I cooked last Christmas dinner. I wonder if they put all the causes of death on each and every turkey. I’d like to go down to the packaging plant one day and read all the labels. Oh th… --- ## [Were there any areas where the Imperial Japanese Navy exceeded the US Navy during WWII?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-there-any-areas-where-the-imperial-japanese-navy-exceeded-the-us-navy-during-wwii/1032689)
**Author:** [@spacecadet86](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/spacecadet86)\ **Replies:** 130\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 8:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-there-any-areas-where-the-imperial-japanese-navy-exceeded-the-us-navy-during-wwii/1032689 "2026-11-05T20:43:30Z")
The Japanese Navy got beat by the quantitatively and qualitatively superior US Navy pretty bad, but were there any areas where they were better? --- ## [Democrats have a realistic path to capture 400 electoral votes in the 2028 election](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/democrats-have-a-realistic-path-to-capture-400-electoral-votes-in-the-2028-election/1034491)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 7:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/democrats-have-a-realistic-path-to-capture-400-electoral-votes-in-the-2028-election/1034491 "2026-11-05T19:35:29Z")
Extrapolating outcomes from a midterm onto a presidential election is messy, but for the first time since 1988, it’s plausible that one political party is going to capture 400 electoral votes in a presidential election. … --- ## [Well that didn't take long (Political fundraising for 2028 has commenced)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-that-didnt-take-long-political-fundraising-for-2028-has-commenced/1034432)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 7:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-that-didnt-take-long-political-fundraising-for-2028-has-commenced/1034432 "2026-11-05T19:33:56Z")
I just got my first solicitation asking me to donate money for the 2028 election. --- ## [Stolen, altered, cashed check](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stolen-altered-cashed-check/1034405)
**Author:** [@2\_More\_Bits](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/2_More_Bits)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 6:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stolen-altered-cashed-check/1034405 "2026-11-05T18:22:04Z")
A few months ago someone somehow stole a check for $25 my business had mailed. This person changed the recipient to (presumably) themselves and changed the amount to exactly $5,000 and successfully cashed it (apparently … --- ## [Permanent Ban for ZosterSandstorm](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/permanent-ban-for-zostersandstorm/1034505)
**Author:** [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/permanent-ban-for-zostersandstorm/1034505 "2026-11-05T18:11:28Z")
After discussion in the mod loop, we have decided to permanently ban @ZosterSandstorm from the board. It is our perception that this poster is basically here to troll and gin up anger around hot button issues, rarely off… --- ## [Is there any gameshow on TV dumber than "Family Feud"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-gameshow-on-tv-dumber-than-family-feud/1034133)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 137\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 5:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-gameshow-on-tv-dumber-than-family-feud/1034133 "2026-11-05T17:21:38Z")
Unfortunately, a couple of other people in the household love the show. Two simple things to remember that families on the show forget constantly: Steve is not asking what your favorite (fill in the blank) is. He is … --- ## [Curious coincidences of the most mundane and pointless kind](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/curious-coincidences-of-the-most-mundane-and-pointless-kind/1034385)
**Author:** [@kambuckta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kambuckta)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/curious-coincidences-of-the-most-mundane-and-pointless-kind/1034385 "2026-11-05T16:26:35Z")
So I wrote a shopping list today, just a handful of things really, but EVERY SINGLE ONE started with the letter ‘P’. Pillow (for my neighbour who has broken ribs), potato gratins, Polident (for dentures) Panko breadcrum… --- ## [Geolocation by sound](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/geolocation-by-sound/1034454)
**Author:** [@3AxisCtrl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/3AxisCtrl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 4:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/geolocation-by-sound/1034454 "2026-11-05T16:16:39Z")
YouTube: I discovered a sound that leaks your exact location (and it’s everywhere) I found this remarkable. Summary: At any location where propeller aircraft regularly pass (which includes essentially all of the US),… --- ## [I can't stop crying (while chopping vegetables)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-cant-stop-crying-while-chopping-vegetables/1034383)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-cant-stop-crying-while-chopping-vegetables/1034383 "2026-11-05T15:37:16Z")
My reaction to onions has escalated over the years to the point where it’s like tear gas. I have to chop onions with lab-grade goggles on. Tonight I made a potato leek soup and the leeks got to me. Obviously not as bad,… --- ## [Is it time for a hip replacement?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-for-a-hip-replacement/1030282)
**Author:** [@bobsmom101](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bobsmom101)\ **Replies:** 170\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 3:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-for-a-hip-replacement/1030282 "2026-11-05T15:27:41Z")
The earlier threads on this topic are all more than 20 years old, so I thought I’d start a new one. I’m looking for some guidance from those of you who’ve had this surgery. How did you know it was time? Did you have rob… --- ## [Priest killed by falling crucifix while doing priest stuff](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/priest-killed-by-falling-crucifix-while-doing-priest-stuff/1033954)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 138\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 2:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/priest-killed-by-falling-crucifix-while-doing-priest-stuff/1033954 "2026-11-05T14:36:43Z")
A Catholic priest was killed in Ecuador on Saturday when a massive wooden crucifix collapsed onto him as he celebrated Mass, in a horrifying accident captured during a live broadcast watched by worshippers at home. Foot… --- ## [US House races 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-house-races-2026/1023336)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 211\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 1:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-house-races-2026/1023336 "2026-11-05T13:40:53Z")
Here’s our thread on the upper house: Senate races 2026 Thought we ought to have one on the House of Representatives, as well. Here’s Wiki: 2026 United States House of Representatives elections - Wikipedia These may a… --- ## [Red-eyed robots](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/red-eyed-robots/1034246)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 12:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/red-eyed-robots/1034246 "2026-11-05T12:55:56Z")
Where did this this thing in books, movies and television where having robots having red eyes means that they are evil or are turning evil come from? Secondary question: What idiotic engineer keeps giving them red eyes… --- ## [Intimacy, for want of a better thread title](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/intimacy-for-want-of-a-better-thread-title/1034409)
**Author:** [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 12:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/intimacy-for-want-of-a-better-thread-title/1034409 "2026-11-05T12:15:11Z")
I searched and did not find a new-ish thread on this topic. Over in the thread that I’ll call The Intimacy Frequency Thread (actual title is, How often do you do it?), over here, ➜ How often do you do it? - #18 by Bulli… --- ## [PC Gaming general discussion (Gaming PCs, game sales, news, etc...)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pc-gaming-general-discussion-gaming-pcs-game-sales-news-etc/952885)
**Author:** [@EllisDee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EllisDee)\ **Replies:** 732\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 6:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pc-gaming-general-discussion-gaming-pcs-game-sales-news-etc/952885 "2026-11-05T06:41:00Z")
God of War is coming to PC in January. I personally can’t wait, though I hope my scrotty 1050 ti can handle it. Steam lists it for pre-order for $50, and says it needs 80 GB drive space. No other system requirements list… --- ## [Idaho: State Gun](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/idaho-state-gun/1034444)
**Author:** [@Kitten\_Mitten](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kitten_Mitten)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 5:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/idaho-state-gun/1034444 "2026-11-05T05:47:41Z")
What the holy heck is it with Idahoans??? They had an advisory question on the ballot to choose a STATE GUN!!! There were 6 choices! My BF said: “Wild West… They ain’t right.” --- ## [What songs are insulting to the city or place that they’re about?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-songs-are-insulting-to-the-city-or-place-that-they-re-about/1033878)
**Author:** [@Nars\_Glinley](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nars_Glinley)\ **Replies:** 123\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 4:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-songs-are-insulting-to-the-city-or-place-that-they-re-about/1033878 "2026-11-05T04:41:19Z")
There are plenty of songs that sing the praises of the location that they’re about, like “New York. New York” or “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” What songs are there that are the opposite? IE, songs that make you n… --- ## [12 People... almost ten years later](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/12-people-almost-ten-years-later/1034372)
**Author:** [@TheJobsGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TheJobsGuy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 3:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/12-people-almost-ten-years-later/1034372 "2026-11-05T03:45:04Z")
About nine and a half years ago, and one now defunct user name ago (Theodore Striker), I wrote a post on here about my wife being diagnosed with an extraskeletal myxoid chondrosarcoma. This is an ultra-rare cancer, with … --- ## [MLB Playoffs 2026 (incl. World Series)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-playoffs-2026-incl-world-series/1033429)
**Author:** [@Zakalwe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zakalwe)\ **Replies:** 306\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 3:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-playoffs-2026-incl-world-series/1033429 "2026-11-05T03:29:56Z")
From my post in the September thread: So the field is set. American League On to the Divisional Round Tampa Bay Rays (Best Record) Cleveland Guardians Wild Card Round Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros (Division Wi… --- ## [Televised execution](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/televised-execution/1033786)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 3:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/televised-execution/1033786 "2026-11-05T03:00:51Z")
Is this content fit for children? Or is that part of the appeal for Kegbreath- desensitize children to the real, non-game killing of whoever you deem an enemy? What are we, ancient Sparta? --- ## [Ketamine Q](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ketamine-q/1033713)
**Author:** [@Horatio\_Hellpop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Horatio_Hellpop)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 2:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ketamine-q/1033713 "2026-11-05T02:42:37Z")
Related to the Cornell rape scandal. How is Ketamine typically administered? Must it be snorted, or can it be slipped into somebody’s drink? I honestly know that little about Ketamine. --- ## [Are there any reasons to reject Graham Platner in Maine (campaign suspended July 8, 2026)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-reasons-to-reject-graham-platner-in-maine-campaign-suspended-july-8-2026/1028179)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 1564\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 2:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-reasons-to-reject-graham-platner-in-maine-campaign-suspended-july-8-2026/1028179 "2026-11-05T02:10:35Z")
He seems to be getting the Mamdani treatment. I know he has a tattoo on his chest that has potential nazi symbolism as its a skull and crossbones. However his argument is he just picked it off a wall and didn’t know the… --- ## [OK, Dems. What's the Plan? Affordability](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ok-dems-whats-the-plan-affordability/1033494)
**Author:** [@jebert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jebert)\ **Replies:** 131\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 2:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ok-dems-whats-the-plan-affordability/1033494 "2026-11-05T02:07:12Z")
The Democrats are ruinning in the mid-terms largely on a platform of affordability. However, I haven’t seen many specific proposals. What could they realistically do to address affordability if they win a majority in t… --- ## [Should we recall Hakeem Jeffries after the midterms?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-we-recall-hakeem-jeffries-after-the-midterms/1034294)
**Author:** [@Try2B\_Comprehensive](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Try2B_Comprehensive)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 1:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-we-recall-hakeem-jeffries-after-the-midterms/1034294 "2026-11-05T01:50:31Z")
Sure, Jeffries is a Democrat. He’s talented at politics- he’s risen as high as a representative can go, all the way to Speaker of the House, then minority leader, and looks set to be Speaker once again. But there is jus… --- ## [What are you doing with your $5k?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-doing-with-your-5k/1032962)
**Author:** [@RitterSport](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RitterSport)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 12:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-doing-with-your-5k/1032962 "2026-11-05T00:59:08Z")
Trump promised every adult $5,000 if the Republicans hold onto the House and Senate. The bond market didn’t react, so either they think he’s lying or that the Dems will win, I guess. But, I’m bought in! Let’s spend th… --- ## [“Did the earliest humans and dinosaurs live at the same time?”](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-earliest-humans-and-dinosaurs-live-at-the-same-time/1033636)
**Author:** [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 11:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-earliest-humans-and-dinosaurs-live-at-the-same-time/1033636 "2026-11-04T23:02:44Z")
Please answer (here) just yes or no. Like it is a poll. For the first 24 hours. --- ## [NHL 2026-27 Regular Season Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-2026-27-regular-season-thread/1034436)
**Author:** [@TroutMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TroutMan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 9:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-2026-27-regular-season-thread/1034436 "2026-11-04T21:44:27Z")
I came looking for the current season thread and found nothing, so I guess here it is. Last night, the Jets came back from down 0-4 to the Canadiens with less than 3 minutes left, and won in OT. That’s a collapse for th… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=12) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=14)