# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=149&state=watching [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 150 --- ## [Evolutionary correlates of same sex behaviors](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/evolutionary-correlates-of-same-sex-behaviors/1027369)
**Author:** [@DSeid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DSeid)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 7:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/evolutionary-correlates-of-same-sex-behaviors/1027369 "2026-02-04T19:25:45Z")
Article summarized here. I’ve previously read of other hypotheses for the evolutionary benefit of any genetic predisposition to same sex behaviors but these correlations are new to me and interesting. Any generalizab… --- ## [Upcoming game releases you're looking forward to (2026-)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/upcoming-game-releases-youre-looking-forward-to-2026/1025820)
**Author:** [@Tusculan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tusculan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 6:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/upcoming-game-releases-youre-looking-forward-to-2026/1025820 "2026-02-04T18:07:50Z")
Anyone have upcoming games that you are are looking forward to? For me it’s the upcoming Bond game: it looks basically like a reskinned Hitman, which is fine by me. Also the recently announced Tomb Raider games for 202… --- ## ["Never give up, never surrender!" - for Galaxy Quest fans](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/never-give-up-never-surrender-for-galaxy-quest-fans/946024)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 5:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/never-give-up-never-surrender-for-galaxy-quest-fans/946024 "2026-02-04T05:53:13Z")
Previous thread: Galaxy Quest Here are two funny, interesting behind-the-scenes articles about the 1999 sf comedy (considered by some, including me, arguably the greatest Star Trek movie ever made) that I just came acro… --- ## [Former FLDS town "supervised" from polygamous theocracy into a "normal" town](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/former-flds-town-supervised-from-polygamous-theocracy-into-a-normal-town/1027241)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 3:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/former-flds-town-supervised-from-polygamous-theocracy-into-a-normal-town/1027241 "2026-02-04T03:32:40Z")
Thought this was a really interesting AP story: Polygamous sect's sway has dwindled in twin towns on Arizona-Utah line. Residents enjoy new freedoms A town formerly under the control of the Fundamentalist Church of Latt… --- ## [Would it be better to remake the Devil wears Prada, or sequel it.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-it-be-better-to-remake-the-devil-wears-prada-or-sequel-it/822998)
**Author:** [@Declan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Declan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 2:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-it-be-better-to-remake-the-devil-wears-prada-or-sequel-it/822998 "2026-02-04T02:09:35Z")
Was just watching it last night again, and the movie had me falling down laughing at times. But time has moved on from the 2000’s, what has time done for Andy. I don’t know if Anne Hathaway would be of an age to be seni… --- ## [Would today's Broadband internet speeds have been possible in 2000 if there was a demand?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-todays-broadband-internet-speeds-have-been-possible-in-2000-if-there-was-a-demand/1027217)
**Author:** [@Quintas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quintas)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-todays-broadband-internet-speeds-have-been-possible-in-2000-if-there-was-a-demand/1027217 "2026-02-04T01:25:05Z")
I first got broadband internet in 2000. It was 1.5 mbps. Pretty slow now, but was a massive improvement over dial up. By 2010, i was around 30 mbps if I remember correctly, and now in 2026 i’m getting close to 500 mb… --- ## ["Thank you" songs, non-love?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thank-you-songs-non-love/1027276)
**Author:** [@Berwynite](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Berwynite)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 12:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thank-you-songs-non-love/1027276 "2026-02-04T00:27:43Z")
I had a co-worker go way out of her way to do something very nice for me at a time I was struggling. No other soul at the office even seemed to notice. So, as a hobbyist woodworker, I have been making her a gift as a t… --- ## [Sports in school is cool...and?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sports-in-school-is-cool-and/1026687)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 99\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sports-in-school-is-cool-and/1026687 "2026-02-03T23:13:28Z")
Does being on a sports team in school better prepare you, compared to those that don’t, job-wise, social interaction-wise, marriage-wise etc.? Are there studies that support any of these ideas that do not come from spor… --- ## [Protesting a warning given to me in The Pit](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/protesting-a-warning-given-to-me-in-the-pit/1027347)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 10:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/protesting-a-warning-given-to-me-in-the-pit/1027347 "2026-02-03T22:44:13Z")
I would like to appeal this warning. What I meant was, “You’re being a jerk, and this is why Jews have a bad reputation. Generally speaking.” It wasn’t intended as an antisemitic comment, though it could come off as u… --- ## [The ICE shootings in Minneapolis (1/7/2026)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-ice-shootings-in-minneapolis-1-7-2026/1026461)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 1352\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 9:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-ice-shootings-in-minneapolis-1-7-2026/1026461 "2026-02-03T21:37:15Z")
I really think this warrants its own thread. I don’t see one here, so I’ll start one. Yes, I’m the one who said that we need to let the authorities do their jobs, and figure out what really happened, and by whom. AFAI… --- ## [Thunderbolt of Flaming Wisdom: Drukpa Kunley, The Saint of 5,000 Women](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thunderbolt-of-flaming-wisdom-drukpa-kunley-the-saint-of-5-000-women/1027348)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 8:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thunderbolt-of-flaming-wisdom-drukpa-kunley-the-saint-of-5-000-women/1027348 "2026-02-03T20:32:41Z")
Continuing the discussion from Is Epstein unique?: I didn’t want to hijack that thread, but it immediately reminded me of Drukpa Kunley - Wikipedia He was a 15th-century Tibetan sex-crazed monk with a sacred penis. I q… --- ## [Pluribus (New Vince Gilligan show on AppleTV)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pluribus-new-vince-gilligan-show-on-appletv/1024659)
**Author:** [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Replies:** 1210\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 7:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pluribus-new-vince-gilligan-show-on-appletv/1024659 "2026-02-03T19:32:09Z")
Open spoilers – anything that has been available to stream will be open for discussion. Created by Breaking Bad / Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan and starring Rhea Seehorn, the premise of the show is “The most m… --- ## [Confirmation of poorly-covered news story requested. ICE invades a Foreign Consulate. T/F](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/confirmation-of-poorly-covered-news-story-requested-ice-invades-a-foreign-consulate-t-f/1027238)
**Author:** [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 6:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/confirmation-of-poorly-covered-news-story-requested-ice-invades-a-foreign-consulate-t-f/1027238 "2026-02-03T18:41:47Z")
YouTube video asserts that four ICE agents may have forced entry into the Ecuadorian Consulate in Minneapolis. But I have found nothing in mainstream media. Can the SDMB confirm? --- ## [The world is racing to ruin! (disappointing foods you've encountered)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-world-is-racing-to-ruin-disappointing-foods-youve-encountered/1027229)
**Author:** [@StarvingButStrong](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StarvingButStrong)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 6:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-world-is-racing-to-ruin-disappointing-foods-youve-encountered/1027229 "2026-02-03T18:37:27Z")
Yesterday while grocery shopping I had an attack of childhood nostalgia. There was one of those free standing bins they put up at the end of aisles full of bags of spice drops. You know, those jelly-ish domes coated in… --- ## [Charlie Kirk is Dead](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/charlie-kirk-is-dead/1022935)
**Author:** [@CoolHandCox](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CoolHandCox)\ **Replies:** 361\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 4:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/charlie-kirk-is-dead/1022935 "2026-02-03T16:10:01Z")
Charles Kirk was an American right-wing political activist, author, and media personality. He was shot and killed on Sep 10, 2025. He was 31 years old and had 2 kids. I only knew him some from debates online. I thoug… --- ## [Several dozen dead in bar fire in Switzerland](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/several-dozen-dead-in-bar-fire-in-switzerland/1026237)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 130\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 3:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/several-dozen-dead-in-bar-fire-in-switzerland/1026237 "2026-02-03T15:23:56Z")
‘Several’ dozen killed in blaze in Swiss resort bar on New Year’s Day, police say - ABC News Bar fire on New Years Day. --- ## [So a coworker invited me to his bible study group](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-a-coworker-invited-me-to-his-bible-study-group/1026963)
**Author:** [@Knowed\_Out](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Knowed_Out)\ **Replies:** 130\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-a-coworker-invited-me-to-his-bible-study-group/1026963 "2026-02-03T15:18:38Z")
My coworker RD is a really nice and fun guy. We talk about comic books, movies, and all sorts of fun stuff. He’s been working on a graphic novel about dinosaurs and he’s really talented. The other day he invited me to h… --- ## [Looks like Kraft isn't getting into the HOF ahead of Belichick](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looks-like-kraft-isnt-getting-into-the-hof-ahead-of-belichick/1027338)
**Author:** [@Maserschmidt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Maserschmidt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 3:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looks-like-kraft-isnt-getting-into-the-hof-ahead-of-belichick/1027338 "2026-02-03T15:17:23Z")
Sources: Robert Kraft not voted for Hall of Fame Class of '26 - ESPN I have such mixed feelings of schadenfreude and disbelief on this one. Despite living in Pats land (and my son being a big fan) and really enjoying th… --- ## [Origin of a Quote](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/origin-of-a-quote/2860)
**Author:** [@Kethlak](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kethlak)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 12:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/origin-of-a-quote/2860 "2026-02-03T12:38:44Z")
Where did the quote “Of course you realize (or know), this means war” originate? Is it from Warner Bros, the Marx Bros, or was it historical somehow? Thanks --- ## [Mountain lion captured in the middle of San Francisco](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mountain-lion-captured-in-the-middle-of-san-francisco/1027100)
**Author:** [@blondebear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blondebear)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 12:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mountain-lion-captured-in-the-middle-of-san-francisco/1027100 "2026-02-03T12:03:13Z")
SFist article:SF Animal Control Locates Mountain Lion In Pac Heights, Will Transport It Elsewhere The lion had been seen wandering around the last couple of days. They caught up with it near the intersection of Octavia… --- ## [Please recommend Software for Windows backup](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-software-for-windows-backup/1026981)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-software-for-windows-backup/1026981 "2026-02-03T11:56:10Z")
I need to get organized and start backing up my laptop regularly. I use my own folder layout. Hopefully, One Drive is ignoring my personal work files. I’ve heard bad stories about One Drive. I need a data backup that l… --- ## [Shelf Stable Milk - would you buy it or use it in cooking?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shelf-stable-milk-would-you-buy-it-or-use-it-in-cooking/1027289)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 3:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shelf-stable-milk-would-you-buy-it-or-use-it-in-cooking/1027289 "2026-02-03T03:49:31Z")
I’ve seen shelf stable milk at the grocery. It requires no refrigeration. Link https://www.kroger.com/p/horizon-organic-shelf-stable-whole-milk/0074236500766?fulfillment=PICKUP Does It taste exactly the same? Any wei… --- ## [What is "noreply@qemailserver.com" and why does it seem to be immune to my forced SPAM filter](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-noreply-qemailserver-com-and-why-does-it-seem-to-be-immune-to-my-forced-spam-filter/1027235)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 3:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-noreply-qemailserver-com-and-why-does-it-seem-to-be-immune-to-my-forced-spam-filter/1027235 "2026-02-03T03:00:00Z")
Periodically I get requests from the above to respond to a survey of residents in my region. I hate surveys anyway, but I am very suspicious of this one, so I marked it as spam. Again, and again, and again. It still show… --- ## [The science of windshield ice (WTF?)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-science-of-windshield-ice-wtf/1027046)
**Author:** [@Stratocaster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stratocaster)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 2:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-science-of-windshield-ice-wtf/1027046 "2026-02-03T02:38:07Z")
The recent storm, and all the shoveling and scraping, got me thinking. I get why ice might form on my windshield overnight. But why in the world is it often so difficult to scrape off? There are instances where it’s f… --- ## [SciFi story recommended by Pluribus fan?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scifi-story-recommended-by-pluribus-fan/1027319)
**Author:** [@jharvey963](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jharvey963)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 1:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scifi-story-recommended-by-pluribus-fan/1027319 "2026-02-03T01:01:43Z")
I was listening to a podcast recently (sorry, don’t remember which one) and they said “Fans of Pluribus should enjoy the story ‘Newsletter’”. At least I THINK they said “Newsletter”. I remember repeating the name out lo… --- ## [Fun products you've encountered?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-products-youve-encountered/999893)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 11:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-products-youve-encountered/999893 "2026-02-02T23:03:20Z")
Saw an ad for the Claymore bluetooth speaker today–complete with “front toward party”. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHCWP1XC --- ## [Monthly Photo Competition #38– January, 2026 – “Fire or Ice" \[Poll added\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-38-january-2026-fire-or-ice-poll-added/1026256)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-38-january-2026-fire-or-ice-poll-added/1026256 "2026-02-02T22:57:11Z")
Monthly Photo Competition #38– January, 2026 – “Fire or Ice” This is the monthly thread for January, 2026. The topic this month is “Fire or Ice” chosen by @romansperson. IMPORTANT: It is recommended that you not use Im… --- ## [Is there a silver crisis?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-silver-crisis/1026297)
**Author:** [@Gordon\_G](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gordon_G)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 9:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-silver-crisis/1026297 "2026-02-02T21:16:10Z")
The recent rise in silver’s price has attracted attention, but what is really going on? I’ll list some key points as I understand them; and invite further explanations and corrections. In contrast with gold (prized f… --- ## [The secret to happiness](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-secret-to-happiness/1026640)
**Author:** [@iiandyiiii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iiandyiiii)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 6:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-secret-to-happiness/1026640 "2026-02-02T18:45:21Z")
…it’s caring for others. Not just in your mind, but with your actions. That’s it. That’s really all there is to it. Finding a way to do that, and making it your chief purpose, is the best chance at happiness. Even if yo… --- ## [Bathroom renovation: Any experience with micro-cement?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bathroom-renovation-any-experience-with-micro-cement/1027200)
**Author:** [@Orville\_mogul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Orville_mogul)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bathroom-renovation-any-experience-with-micro-cement/1027200 "2026-02-02T18:10:46Z")
I have a small bathroom (about 50 sq ft) that I am looking to renovate. It dates from the 1970s and both the floor and walls are tiled. As is common with many places built in the 70s, there is also asbestos under the til… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=148&state=watching) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=150&state=watching)