# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1340 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1341 --- ## [Star Wars: A New Hope - Is it possible the deleted Biggs scene ever aired when the movie was released](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/star-wars-a-new-hope-is-it-possible-the-deleted-biggs-scene-ever-aired-when-the-movie-was-released/950396)
**Author:** [@joemama24\_98](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/joemama24_98)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 3:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/star-wars-a-new-hope-is-it-possible-the-deleted-biggs-scene-ever-aired-when-the-movie-was-released/950396 "2021-09-16T15:06:10Z")
Regarding this deleted scene, which is now available on Disney+ I could picture this scene in my head before I actually watched it. I’ve sworn to my friends for some time I recall seeing this scene in the movie (broa… --- ## [POLL: Your favorite mega groups](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-your-favorite-mega-groups/950608)
**Author:** [@lobotomyboy63](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lobotomyboy63)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 12:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-your-favorite-mega-groups/950608 "2021-09-16T12:57:38Z")
I left out solo acts like Prince and duos like Simon and Garfunkel. The Beatles seem to routinely appear as the front runner. Which three would you pick? I left a none of the above because I’ve probably missed some…Su… --- ## [Fuck 9/11 Observances](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fuck-9-11-observances/950510)
**Author:** [@RTFirefly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RTFirefly)\ **Replies:** 139\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 12:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fuck-9-11-observances/950510 "2021-09-16T12:49:09Z")
Really. Fuck them. We’re in the midst of a rolling tragedy that has dwarfed what happened on 9/11/2001. The pandemic has killed hundreds of times more Americans than the 9/11 terrorists did - with some help, of course, … --- ## [That's the Beauty of It: It Does Nothing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thats-the-beauty-of-it-it-does-nothing/949837)
**Author:** [@Exapno\_Mapcase](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Exapno_Mapcase)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 12:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thats-the-beauty-of-it-it-does-nothing/949837 "2021-09-16T12:35:53Z")
No new info about the origin of that particular phrase, but I have to share this from this morning’s obituary of gadget-maker Don Poynter. But if some of the countless novelty items Mr. Poynter invented and produced we… --- ## [Beloved UK pop/rock acts that never caught on in the US... and vice versa](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/beloved-uk-pop-rock-acts-that-never-caught-on-in-the-us-and-vice-versa/949676)
**Author:** [@Chad\_Sudan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chad_Sudan)\ **Replies:** 119\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 12:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/beloved-uk-pop-rock-acts-that-never-caught-on-in-the-us-and-vice-versa/949676 "2021-09-16T12:23:52Z")
I was discussing with a friend which bands/performers were really acclaimed on one side of the Atlantic yet shockingly unknown on the other. Which ones would you say that applies to the most? --- ## [RPG Play by post invitation](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rpg-play-by-post-invitation/950731)
**Author:** [@ahduval](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ahduval)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rpg-play-by-post-invitation/950731 "2021-09-16T03:48:55Z")
I am running a campaign for teen superheroes. Using the website ongoingworlds.com, and can be found at hero Academy Using a simplified Hero/Champions RPG. No experience in the system is required. Please, check out the… --- ## [Why can't I make up my own security questions (and answers, of course)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-cant-i-make-up-my-own-security-questions-and-answers-of-course/950531)
**Author:** [@Roger\_That](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roger_That)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 12:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-cant-i-make-up-my-own-security-questions-and-answers-of-course/950531 "2021-09-16T12:03:56Z")
Seems to me that almost every time I have to answer somebody’s security questions, no unambiguous answer applies (or the question is flawed because there are only a few possible answers). As an example of ambiguity, I ca… --- ## [Have a nice \[rest of the\] day](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-a-nice-rest-of-the-day/950600)
**Author:** [@Mangetout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangetout)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 11:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-a-nice-rest-of-the-day/950600 "2021-09-16T11:06:09Z")
I’ve noticed in the past few years, in the UK, a significant shift toward specificity when wishing someone a happy whatever, when the period being mentioned is already underway; that is: “Enjoy your stay” → “Enjoy the r… --- ## [Is there a possible way to scrub carbon from the atmosphere on a planetary scale?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-possible-way-to-scrub-carbon-from-the-atmosphere-on-a-planetary-scale/950286)
**Author:** [@EmbarrassingDad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EmbarrassingDad)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 10:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-possible-way-to-scrub-carbon-from-the-atmosphere-on-a-planetary-scale/950286 "2021-09-16T10:36:59Z")
Title says it all. Probably been asked before --- ## [Windows 11 thread, poll and specs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windows-11-thread-poll-and-specs/945452)
**Author:** [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 3:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windows-11-thread-poll-and-specs/945452 "2021-09-16T03:12:57Z")
poll System Reqs: Processor:|1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores & 64-bit processor RAM: 4+ GB Storage: 64+ GB System firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable TPM:|Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0| Graphics ca… --- ## [Cool video for motorcycle, machinist, engineering geeks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cool-video-for-motorcycle-machinist-engineering-geeks/950728)
**Author:** [@River\_Hippie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/River_Hippie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 1:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cool-video-for-motorcycle-machinist-engineering-geeks/950728 "2021-09-16T01:38:29Z")
Ran across images of a Kawasaki KZ 900 converted to a 1600 cc V8 years ago. Just recently stumbled across this video by the builder. Amazing! Would not have guessed how much of the work was done with hand tools. Astoundi… --- ## [How are people feeling about Discourse?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-are-people-feeling-about-discourse/926428)
**Author:** [@Deeg](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deeg)\ **Replies:** 510\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 1:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-are-people-feeling-about-discourse/926428 "2021-09-16T01:17:45Z")
When we first moved to Discourse I was dubious, especially since it used infinite scroll which I hate. After getting used to it, though, I have to agree that it’s better than the old forums. There are still a few thing… --- ## [Clogged Catalytic Converter Fuel Treatment](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clogged-catalytic-converter-fuel-treatment/950671)
**Author:** [@QuickSilver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/QuickSilver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clogged-catalytic-converter-fuel-treatment/950671 "2021-09-15T22:41:33Z")
Anybody have any experience with resolving a clogged catalytic converted issue using fuel additives that claim to be able to resolve the issue? Just wondering if anybody has had any luck with additives or did you just r… --- ## [Psychonauts 2 - August 25](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psychonauts-2-august-25/944196)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 10:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psychonauts-2-august-25/944196 "2021-09-15T22:33:40Z")
My first pre-order ever was Mass Effect Legendary edition, which I got on sale for $50. I will most likely make Psychonauts 2 my second pre-order as Psychonauts is one of my all-time favorite games. I’m excited it is fi… --- ## [How do you go about digging for fossils?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-go-about-digging-for-fossils/950613)
**Author:** [@SpacemanSpiff\_II](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SpacemanSpiff_II)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 7:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-go-about-digging-for-fossils/950613 "2021-09-15T19:57:41Z")
Let’s grant that some types of the landscape are more likely to contain fossils than other parts. Still, unless it’s something like the La Brea tar pits, you would have to think even in fossil-prone areas, only a minescu… --- ## [What's good on HBO Max?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-good-on-hbo-max/928189)
**Author:** [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 7:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-good-on-hbo-max/928189 "2021-09-15T19:54:42Z")
Did a search for HBO Max, found a few launch-related threads, but nothing too recent. So anyway last week my wife and I decided to spring for HBO Max so we could stave off winter pandemic cabin fever by watching the firs… --- ## [How to ask for a raise](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-ask-for-a-raise/938465)
**Author:** [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 7:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-ask-for-a-raise/938465 "2021-09-15T19:53:55Z")
I’ve spent most of my working life self employed. But now I find myself employed. When I first took the job they asked me if I would be willing to take less than I was asking for a three month trial period. I agreed. At… --- ## [Can you load music on an iphone without itunes, for free?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-load-music-on-an-iphone-without-itunes-for-free/950282)
**Author:** [@drad\_dog](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drad_dog)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 6:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-load-music-on-an-iphone-without-itunes-for-free/950282 "2021-09-15T18:51:22Z")
Why does this have to be so hard? If you search you get a lot of commercial solutions. I haven’t tried one of those yet. I would if it was a good one. But the free ones seem to be elusive. --- ## [Is "Southern Culture" inherently racist?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-southern-culture-inherently-racist/950125)
**Author:** [@Somethingwitty1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Somethingwitty1)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 6:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-southern-culture-inherently-racist/950125 "2021-09-15T18:04:30Z")
I’m not from the south. I am not defending the confederate flag or Confederate monuments. I am wondering if a white person can be proud of their way of life in 2021. The foods they eat. The social norms (as long as t… --- ## [Hospitals sharing info without asking me?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hospitals-sharing-info-without-asking-me/950661)
**Author:** [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 4:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hospitals-sharing-info-without-asking-me/950661 "2021-09-15T16:43:18Z")
Went to UNC the other day for hearing issue. They knew I had been to Duke for the issue as well in the spring. Pretty sure I never told UNC about my Duke visit but they knew about it anyway. Not a big deal but did… --- ## [Wah Ming Chang: Star Trek's (TOS) unsung, uncredited prop guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wah-ming-chang-star-treks-tos-unsung-uncredited-prop-guy/950704)
**Author:** [@Earl\_Snake-Hips\_Tucker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Earl_Snake-Hips_Tucker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 4:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wah-ming-chang-star-treks-tos-unsung-uncredited-prop-guy/950704 "2021-09-15T16:43:01Z")
Designed the Gorn, Balok’s head, Talosians’ heads, the salt vampire, and so much more. Figure die-hard Trekkers might already know this, but for those of us who didn’t: The article makes a passing reference that union … --- ## [Do you think your parents are good looking?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-think-your-parents-are-good-looking/950475)
**Author:** [@ZipperJJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZipperJJ)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 4:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-think-your-parents-are-good-looking/950475 "2021-09-15T16:33:27Z")
Weird question but hear me out. Today is my mom’s 70th birthday and I posted a picture of her, and I can’t get over how good she looks for 70. But I’ve always thought she has looked good. She has fantastic, freckled oli… --- ## [I received a rather lovely but strange email today](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-received-a-rather-lovely-but-strange-email-today/950415)
**Author:** [@Princhester](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Princhester)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 4:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-received-a-rather-lovely-but-strange-email-today/950415 "2021-09-15T16:15:12Z")
"Dear Friend I write to you in hopes we can become friends. How making this invitation make sense is honestly hard at this time. There is so much about this invitation I can’t imagine working out. But in my beautiful i… --- ## [The dry ice "witch's brew"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-dry-ice-witchs-brew/950698)
**Author:** [@CookingWithGas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CookingWithGas)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-dry-ice-witchs-brew/950698 "2021-09-15T15:52:28Z")
I got a package yesterday packed in dry ice. Even though it was not Halloween I had to take a brick of it and put it in a bucket of water to make a foggy “witch’s brew” cauldron. I always wanted to do that but never had … --- ## [How much ease in voting would you consider to be too much?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-ease-in-voting-would-you-consider-to-be-too-much/949661)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 3:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-ease-in-voting-would-you-consider-to-be-too-much/949661 "2021-09-15T15:32:14Z")
We’ve had many threads in the past few years to the effect of “These restrictions on voting go too far or are unnecessary” - so I wanted to explore it from the other angle instead. At what point would you say the voting… --- ## [About the About the About This Message Board Category Sticky](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/about-the-about-the-about-this-message-board-category-sticky/950650)
**Author:** [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 3:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/about-the-about-the-about-this-message-board-category-sticky/950650 "2021-09-15T15:08:12Z")
In post #2, Colibri, (Curator of critters) wrote: Just curious. It’s been more than fourteen months. Did the new shipment of stickies arrive? --- ## [Why is Biden being held to a much higher standard than Trump was?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-biden-being-held-to-a-much-higher-standard-than-trump-was/950378)
**Author:** [@John\_DiFool](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_DiFool)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-biden-being-held-to-a-much-higher-standard-than-trump-was/950378 "2021-09-15T15:00:57Z")
Note I skipped over the prior begged question there, by not deleting the “Why?” up there, because the pattern is crystal clear by now I’d say, after examining the events of the past month or so. Biden, to maintain his a… --- ## [I was assaulted at work over vaccines/masks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-was-assaulted-at-work-over-vaccines-masks/950381)
**Author:** [@Irishman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Irishman)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 2:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-was-assaulted-at-work-over-vaccines-masks/950381 "2021-09-15T14:40:39Z")
Warning - racial and homophobic insults quoted below. Two nights ago at work, I had a physical altercation with an anti-vacciner. I was walking out to the fuel station with some change for the register, and one of my e… --- ## [Why Did the Olympic Athletes Bite Their Gold Medals?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-the-olympic-athletes-bite-their-gold-medals/950676)
**Author:** [@Jim\_B](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jim_B)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 2:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-the-olympic-athletes-bite-their-gold-medals/950676 "2021-09-15T14:37:18Z")
I just know on TV, they said Olympic athletes biting their gold medals signified something. But they never said what. What does it signify? And why do they do it? :slight\_smile: --- ## [Did you know someone that drank coffee from a saucer?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-someone-that-drank-coffee-from-a-saucer/950312)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 9:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-someone-that-drank-coffee-from-a-saucer/950312 "2021-09-15T09:27:17Z")
My aunt drank a cup of instant coffee every morning. She was always running late for work. She’d pour some coffee in a saucer and it would cool enough to drink. Of course, this was at home and not in a restaurant. She d… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1339) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1341)