# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1576 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1577 --- ## [Uptowns and High streets instead of Downtowns and Main streets](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/uptowns-and-high-streets-instead-of-downtowns-and-main-streets/930278)
**Author:** [@Acsenray](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Acsenray)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/uptowns-and-high-streets-instead-of-downtowns-and-main-streets/930278 "2021-01-19T15:57:14Z")
In the United States, the term “downtown” generally refers to the central, most dense part of a city or town, where the tallest buildings are. And the principal street is generally literally called “Main Street.” There … --- ## [Do the events at the US Capitol on 1-6 indicate that the insurrectionist groups had not been infiltrated by Law Enforcement?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-the-events-at-the-us-capitol-on-1-6-indicate-that-the-insurrectionist-groups-had-not-been-infiltrated-by-law-enforcement/930832)
**Author:** [@River\_Hippie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/River_Hippie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-the-events-at-the-us-capitol-on-1-6-indicate-that-the-insurrectionist-groups-had-not-been-infiltrated-by-law-enforcement/930832 "2021-01-19T15:55:43Z")
We’ve known that there are police and military that joined these groups and law enforcement and military has been infiltrated by insurrectionists. I would have bet that the Proud Boys and Booga-Loogies had also been inf… --- ## [Do I need more ipad memory?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-need-more-ipad-memory/930884)
**Author:** [@CC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CC)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-need-more-ipad-memory/930884 "2021-01-19T15:45:42Z")
Planning on buying an ipad 2020 for Mrs. CC. She doesn’t play video games on line (aside from Candy Crush). She doesn’t download movies to watch. She mainly uses her phone or big laptop for looking at various websites… --- ## [Is car price negotiation even a thing now, with all these online fair pricing guides?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-car-price-negotiation-even-a-thing-now-with-all-these-online-fair-pricing-guides/930226)
**Author:** [@Arcite](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Arcite)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-car-price-negotiation-even-a-thing-now-with-all-these-online-fair-pricing-guides/930226 "2021-01-19T15:33:38Z")
I’m looking to replace my current car and I’m looking for local certified pre-owned inventory. I’m finding that many dealerships’ advertised prices already fall within what independent third-party sites, like cars.com o… --- ## [Biden's student loan forgiveness program](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bidens-student-loan-forgiveness-program/930885)
**Author:** [@Fotheringay-Phipps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fotheringay-Phipps)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bidens-student-loan-forgiveness-program/930885 "2021-01-19T15:22:18Z")
A young relative of mine is in school and is paying part of her way herself. She has enough assets/income to pay the rest of what she owes, but is thinking of taking about $10K in student loans for the sole reason of hav… --- ## [Mad About You - Again](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mad-about-you-again/843624)
**Author:** [@Telemark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Telemark)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mad-about-you-again/843624 "2021-01-19T15:11:12Z")
Something called Spectrum Originals is producing a special 12-episode limited series of Mad About You set in the current day, 20 years after the events in the last season of the show. Not sure how they treat the finale w… --- ## [Potential consequences for servicemembers failing military vetting against seditious or white supremacist sympathies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/potential-consequences-for-servicemembers-failing-military-vetting-against-seditious-or-white-supremacist-sympathies/930793)
**Author:** [@Cervaise](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cervaise)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/potential-consequences-for-servicemembers-failing-military-vetting-against-seditious-or-white-supremacist-sympathies/930793 "2021-01-19T15:08:46Z")
Inspired by this (still sketchy and unconfirmed) breaking news report: Narrowly construed, this falls under the existing topics in P&E related to what might happen at the upcoming inauguration. But I think there’s an… --- ## [Waiting to have sex](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/waiting-to-have-sex/930824)
**Author:** [@SuntanLotion](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SuntanLotion)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/waiting-to-have-sex/930824 "2021-01-19T15:07:08Z")
Okay. My girlfriend has known this man for a few years and always knew he was interested in her but they were friends. She recently let him know she was finally interested. So when she visits him, they were watching dvd’… --- ## [Help me pick out comic strips to follow](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pick-out-comic-strips-to-follow/930737)
**Author:** [@RitterSport](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RitterSport)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 2:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pick-out-comic-strips-to-follow/930737 "2021-01-19T14:18:58Z")
I had great luck with my thread about hard SF recommendations, so I’m back for more recommendations. Full disclosure – I’m pretty busy today, so I may not be able to respond. Every morning, I read the funnies. Are the… --- ## [COVID shaming -- another grim post-corona side-effect](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/covid-shaming-another-grim-post-corona-side-effect/930731)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/covid-shaming-another-grim-post-corona-side-effect/930731 "2021-01-19T14:02:01Z")
An article in The Atlantic brought up something I hadn’t thought about yet, but it’s not surprising. COVID-19 diagnoses start with a barrage of grueling decisions and paralyzing worries. Did I infect anyone else? Who… --- ## [MLK Jr. Day](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlk-jr-day/930819)
**Author:** [@StGermain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StGermain)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 11:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlk-jr-day/930819 "2021-01-19T11:41:29Z")
This is the first year my company has added MLK Day to the roster of holidays we’re allowed. Previously it was New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (and Friday), and Christmas Day. So this … --- ## [Killer Harmonica Parts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/killer-harmonica-parts/930665)
**Author:** [@Jack\_Batty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jack_Batty)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 11:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/killer-harmonica-parts/930665 "2021-01-19T11:23:34Z")
What are some great songs with killer harmonica parts - either solo or featured or whatever? There are tons that aren’t springing to mind, but here are two that inspired this thread: Sneaking Through the Alley with Sall… --- ## [Man disocvered living in O'Hare Airport since October](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/man-disocvered-living-in-ohare-airport-since-october/930825)
**Author:** [@WildaBeast](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WildaBeast)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 9:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/man-disocvered-living-in-ohare-airport-since-october/930825 "2021-01-19T09:44:04Z")
Let the obligatory references to The Terminal begin. --- ## [The economics of petrol (gas) distribution and electric vehicles](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-economics-of-petrol-gas-distribution-and-electric-vehicles/930448)
**Author:** [@Baboonanza](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baboonanza)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 7:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-economics-of-petrol-gas-distribution-and-electric-vehicles/930448 "2021-01-19T07:09:53Z")
Many nations and regions are planning to ban the sale of new ICE vehicles in the next 20 years (as soon as 2030 in the UK for instance). Whenever I read about this it comes with the proviso that ‘used vehicles will conti… --- ## [Question about filibuster and the nuclear option](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-filibuster-and-the-nuclear-option/930736)
**Author:** [@KidCharlemagne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/KidCharlemagne)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 5:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-filibuster-and-the-nuclear-option/930736 "2021-01-19T05:51:27Z")
I’m a bit hazy on the mechanics of the nuclear option, wherein a procedural loophole allows for a simple majority vote to pass legislation. Could this be invoked at any time and on any issue, and is the only thing stoppi… --- ## [Virgins in Spaaaaace \[Virgin Galactic makes orbit\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/virgins-in-spaaaaace-virgin-galactic-makes-orbit/930847)
**Author:** [@Dr.Strangelove](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Strangelove)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 5:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/virgins-in-spaaaaace-virgin-galactic-makes-orbit/930847 "2021-01-19T05:10:35Z")
A continuing series. In a previous episode, New Zealand made the list of orbit-capable nations. Now, Richard Branson makes the list of orbit-capable billionaires: It does appear to be getting easier to achieve orbit … --- ## [Will 'giving up' turn trumps base against him](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-giving-up-turn-trumps-base-against-him/929992)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 5:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-giving-up-turn-trumps-base-against-him/929992 "2021-01-19T05:02:29Z")
despite the fact that trump now says he accepts the election results, I’m not going to hold my breath. But assume he does accept bidens win. would that be what turns his base against him? I’ve already heard some of trum… --- ## [Poll/Pool: When will Trump get out of the race?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-pool-when-will-trump-get-out-of-the-race/727496)
**Author:** [@commasense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/commasense)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 4:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-pool-when-will-trump-get-out-of-the-race/727496 "2021-01-19T04:53:59Z")
Personally, I don’t think Trump is serious about running for President. --- ## [Thoughts on potential relocation - Chicago to Denver](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-potential-relocation-chicago-to-denver/848670)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2020, 12:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thoughts-on-potential-relocation-chicago-to-denver/848670 "2020-03-09T12:16:01Z")
My employer just posted an opening in Denver. I currently work in a suburb of Chicago, with a 6 minute commute, working at home 2 days/week. I’m considering applying for the position. Would welcome any thoughts of you… --- ## [Paltrow introduces vagina scented candle](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paltrow-introduces-vagina-scented-candle/846314)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 3:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paltrow-introduces-vagina-scented-candle/846314 "2021-01-19T03:12:34Z")
Have we sniffed this out yet? Gwyneth Paltrow’s $75 vagina scented candles are already sold out. The scent is based on, “…geranium, citrusy bergamot and cedar”. That’s one herbaceous lady! Dennis --- ## [Another mathematical conundrum](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-mathematical-conundrum/930803)
**Author:** [@jtur88](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jtur88)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 1:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-mathematical-conundrum/930803 "2021-01-19T01:00:11Z")
A street fair is offering six Fairbucks coupons for $5. Or you can opt for 5-for-$4 – a better deal, the bonus is 25% instead of 20%’ You give him a fiver, get a dollar change and 5 Fairbuck. Across the street a bank,… --- ## [Doll parts hanging from tree - whaddya think THAT means?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doll-parts-hanging-from-tree-whaddya-think-that-means/930545)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 12:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doll-parts-hanging-from-tree-whaddya-think-that-means/930545 "2021-01-19T00:54:57Z")
While walking my neighborhood, I recently noticed a house a couple of blocks from me that had doll parts hanging from a parkway tree. Just regular Barbie -type legs, arms, torsos, affixed with string. The went up somet… --- ## [Describe your geographic location badly](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/describe-your-geographic-location-badly/923982)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 174\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2021, 12:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/describe-your-geographic-location-badly/923982 "2021-01-19T00:45:57Z")
I live in a country which is mainly cold forests. Since there is not much to do there most people live much farther south next to another country they are always complaining about. People eat bacon, drink coffee and wa… --- ## [Ernie Fosselius, Mark Pirro, and other vintage film parodies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ernie-fosselius-mark-pirro-and-other-vintage-film-parodies/930039)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ernie-fosselius-mark-pirro-and-other-vintage-film-parodies/930039 "2021-01-18T23:36:12Z")
I posted a link to a scene in Porklips Now! in response to another post. That elicited this: So here’s a thread for vintage film parodies by the likes of Ernie Fosselius, Mark Pirro, and anyone else you may want to ta… --- ## [Trump Voters - have any of you changed your mind?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-voters-have-any-of-you-changed-your-mind/930726)
**Author:** [@Irishman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Irishman)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 11:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-voters-have-any-of-you-changed-your-mind/930726 "2021-01-18T23:16:44Z")
I’ve been meaning to post this for a couple of weeks, but I’ve been too busy. Things just keep getting worse. So my question is for anyone who voted for Trump in 2020. Seeing all that is gone on since the election, have… --- ## [Any other songs like Cream's "Strange Brew"/"Lawdy Mama"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-other-songs-like-creams-strange-brew-lawdy-mama/930738)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 11:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-other-songs-like-creams-strange-brew-lawdy-mama/930738 "2021-01-18T23:00:31Z")
Early in the recording sessions for the Disraeli Gears album, Cream recorded a couple of versions of the blues song “Lawdy Mama”. They took one of those versions and rewrote the lyrics and melody to create “Strange Brew”… --- ## [What's going on in the Irish baby homes investigation?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-the-irish-baby-homes-investigation/930478)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 10:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-the-irish-baby-homes-investigation/930478 "2021-01-18T22:02:18Z")
I just read about the new report that was released this week. But the accounts I read are pretty dry and are avoiding any speculation. And they’re probably directed at Irish readers who have been following this story and… --- ## [What Was Supposed to Happen Today?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-was-supposed-to-happen-today/930779)
**Author:** [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 9:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-was-supposed-to-happen-today/930779 "2021-01-18T21:04:59Z")
And why today, specifically? During the time since the insurrection, there was some chatter about law enforcement/security types being on standby for more unrest on the 20th AND the 17th. Nothing of note appears to have … --- ## [Revolution? Civil War? What's going to happen to the US?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/revolution-civil-war-whats-going-to-happen-to-the-us/779892)
**Author:** [@ultimate11](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ultimate11)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/revolution-civil-war-whats-going-to-happen-to-the-us/779892 "2021-01-18T20:56:36Z")
I thought about making a topic like this for a couple of months, if not this month after my polls, I’ve notice the US is a bit tense. Riots over speeches, complete panic over a button pressed that Donald Trump pushed and… --- ## [Why isn’t Southern California getting more help?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-isn-t-southern-california-getting-more-help/929560)
**Author:** [@psychobunny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/psychobunny)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2021, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-isn-t-southern-california-getting-more-help/929560 "2021-01-18T20:56:04Z")
From everything I see, Southern California is becoming overwhelmed by the pandemic. There are reports of hospitals putting patients in chapels and gift shops. What I haven’t heard about are field hospitals being construc… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1575) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1577)