# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1669 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1670 --- ## [Leela Shark Caught](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/leela-shark-caught/924019)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/leela-shark-caught/924019 "2020-10-27T17:01:01Z")
Actually, it’s only a fetus, but it looks so weird and complete that it’s hit the news: Looks kinda like Leela from Futurama It reminds me of pictures I’ve seen of rare one-eyed kittens, and is subtly disturbing in… --- ## [What are these weird holes near Area 51?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-these-weird-holes-near-area-51/923896)
**Author:** [@therealhoax](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/therealhoax)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 4:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-these-weird-holes-near-area-51/923896 "2020-10-27T16:58:34Z")
In these screenshots I took from Google Maps you can see they seem to open and close. I’ve seen conspiracy theory types claim they are secret tunnel entrances. I don’t believe that but they are odd. They are Southwest… --- ## [Explain this bizarre ISP behavior](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/explain-this-bizarre-isp-behavior/923843)
**Author:** [@dtilque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dtilque)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/explain-this-bizarre-isp-behavior/923843 "2020-10-27T15:38:15Z")
The ISP is Xfinity. I don’t own the account, my landlord does. About 7 a.m., trying to access a large number of internet sites returns an error that the internet is down. But not all. The straightdope does not, thankful… --- ## [Voting with a side of pandemic](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/voting-with-a-side-of-pandemic/914427)
**Author:** [@dtilque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dtilque)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/voting-with-a-side-of-pandemic/914427 "2020-10-27T15:31:30Z")
What are the ways non-US countries are adjusting to voting while in a pandemic? I know how things are going in the US (badly in many states, as is to be expected), but haven’t heard a word about any other countries. What… --- ## [ISBN-scanning home inventory system?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/isbn-scanning-home-inventory-system/923827)
**Author:** [@xanthous](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/xanthous)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/isbn-scanning-home-inventory-system/923827 "2020-10-27T15:18:46Z")
We have a freezer full of stuff, and I have a manual written list (using a list app) for keeping track of it all. Due to the manual nature of it we only use it for keeping track of meat/seafood, and it has its pros/cons. … --- ## [Effects of a possible blue wave election 2020](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/effects-of-a-possible-blue-wave-election-2020/924031)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 2:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/effects-of-a-possible-blue-wave-election-2020/924031 "2020-10-27T14:41:10Z")
The prospect of a second blue wave election following the 2018 mid terms has excited many democrats. Based on current polling, Trump is exerting drag on quite a few down-ballot races in many parts of the country, particu… --- ## [The 2020 "Value Menu" discussion thread!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-2020-value-menu-discussion-thread/922504)
**Author:** [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 2:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-2020-value-menu-discussion-thread/922504 "2020-10-27T14:36:11Z")
This year has seen many restaurants prune & restrict their menus, dropping countless beloved items … not to mention how the year has seen many people lose their jobs & livelihoods, dropping countless beloved luxuries. B… --- ## [Please recommend me lawyers in Georgia and Virginia/Maryland](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-me-lawyers-in-georgia-and-virginia-maryland/924030)
**Author:** [@commasense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/commasense)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 2:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-me-lawyers-in-georgia-and-virginia-maryland/924030 "2020-10-27T14:07:48Z")
\[I have obtained permission from the mods to post this.\] My wife may need legal advice/representation regarding her employment situation, and since we have only been here in the Atlanta area for a couple of years, essen… --- ## [Mrs. Wilson](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mrs-wilson/923941)
**Author:** [@TRC4941](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TRC4941)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 1:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mrs-wilson/923941 "2020-10-27T13:51:29Z")
Has anyone watched Masterpiece’s mini-series, Mrs. Wilson? I just finished it (on Amazon). It’s based on a true story. The lead actress, Ruth Wilson plays her real-life grandmother Alison Wilson in the story of her grand… --- ## [The "I voted" thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-i-voted-thread/923892)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 1:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-i-voted-thread/923892 "2020-10-26T01:48:25Z")
Inspired by this thread. I voted and mailed it in Thursday along with Mrs Cad. President: I really wish Harris was running for President because I just couldn’t pull the trigger for Biden or Trump. Although I abstain… --- ## [Jerry Jeff Walker - Dead at 78](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jerry-jeff-walker-dead-at-78/923841)
**Author:** [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 1:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jerry-jeff-walker-dead-at-78/923841 "2020-10-27T13:01:03Z")
FUCK 2020! Link. “Mr. Bojangles” aside, the man was one of the most influential country artists ever, from “Outlaw” country to introducing Jimmy Buffett to the bars of Key West. --- ## [Bob Bradley, Coach of LA Football Club](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bob-bradley-coach-of-la-football-club/923869)
**Author:** [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 10:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bob-bradley-coach-of-la-football-club/923869 "2020-10-27T10:42:54Z")
The man is passing up easy money if he’s not auditioning for any and all roles calling for “hit man from.Cleveland”. --- ## [How has Trump avoided the "Antichrist" label?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-has-trump-avoided-the-antichrist-label/923351)
**Author:** [@Hippy\_Hollow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hippy_Hollow)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 8:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-has-trump-avoided-the-antichrist-label/923351 "2020-10-27T08:12:00Z")
Aside from a seemingly self-published Amazon book with a similar title, I have to admit I’m a little mystified that this idea isn’t gaining traction. While he has support from the evangelical community, it’s becoming inc… --- ## [Do you remember those city address books](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-remember-those-city-address-books/923968)
**Author:** [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 6:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-remember-those-city-address-books/923968 "2020-10-27T06:45:40Z")
They were kind of small and were black with (I think) red foil lettering. Basically just blank address books with the name of the city you were buying them in. I loved those things. No need now I guess with the advent of… --- ## [Could a US president use an executive order to ban direct-to-consumer advertising?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-a-us-president-use-an-executive-order-to-ban-direct-to-consumer-advertising/840812)
**Author:** [@elfkin477](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elfkin477)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 6:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-a-us-president-use-an-executive-order-to-ban-direct-to-consumer-advertising/840812 "2020-10-27T06:38:04Z")
That I’m aware of the US and New Zealand are the only countries where direct-to-consumer TV advertising of pharmaceuticals, of a prescription kind anyway, are legal. In the US pharmaceutical companies spend a lot more mo… --- ## [Is This Song Racist/Offensive? (The Wiggles Pappadum Song)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-song-racist-offensive-the-wiggles-pappadum-song/923839)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 6:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-song-racist-offensive-the-wiggles-pappadum-song/923839 "2020-10-27T06:22:07Z")
Here’s an earworm for you. You’re welcome. Apparently the idea of white Australians doing Bollywood dances while singing about pappadum is rubbing some people the wrong way. I have to admit that I was more… --- ## [90-yr old former ballerina watches gym classes from assisted-living apt window](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/90-yr-old-former-ballerina-watches-gym-classes-from-assisted-living-apt-window/923972)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 4:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/90-yr-old-former-ballerina-watches-gym-classes-from-assisted-living-apt-window/923972 "2020-10-27T04:55:12Z")
Ok. This story made me cry. In a good way. For several months, Devin Maier has taught daily fitness classes on the rooftop of a D.C. gym. Until recently, though, he had no idea that a 90-year-old woman was keenly obs… --- ## [Movies best foot chases](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movies-best-foot-chases/923902)
**Author:** [@Sigene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sigene)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 4:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movies-best-foot-chases/923902 "2020-10-27T04:51:21Z")
I’ve always felt that Bullitt had the best car chase scene; but recognize Ronin is a favorite. I just watched The Firm and see it had the best foot chase scene that I’ve ever watched. What are some of the top foot chas… --- ## [Anyone tried the ghost pepper donut from Dunkin'?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-tried-the-ghost-pepper-donut-from-dunkin/923156)
**Author:** [@Happy\_Lendervedder](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Happy_Lendervedder)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 4:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-tried-the-ghost-pepper-donut-from-dunkin/923156 "2020-10-27T04:21:56Z")
I like a nice healthy splattering of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce on my tacos and pizza. I order my hotwings “hot.” I get my Thai takeout “spicy” (maybe not “Thai spicy,” but “spicy” nonetheless). I enjoy a bit of horseradish o… --- ## [Out of touch politicians](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/out-of-touch-politicians/923642)
**Author:** [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/out-of-touch-politicians/923642 "2020-10-27T03:41:36Z")
In last night’s episode of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah showed a clip from the senatorial debate in Iowa in which the moderator challenged the two candidates whether they knew the break-even price of corn and soybeans. Gi… --- ## [Is there a name for that "bloop" you hear when connecting to a call center?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-name-for-that-bloop-you-hear-when-connecting-to-a-call-center/923155)
**Author:** [@dummygladhands71](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dummygladhands71)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-name-for-that-bloop-you-hear-when-connecting-to-a-call-center/923155 "2020-10-27T03:11:07Z")
You know, the spam call that you answer and it’s nothing then you hear “bloop” followed by car warranty/microsoft/social security agent. Or whatever it is. I did try the Google. --- ## [Renewable Reparations](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/renewable-reparations/920594)
**Author:** [@damuriajashi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/damuriajashi)\ **Replies:** 125\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 1:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/renewable-reparations/920594 "2020-10-27T01:03:13Z")
The conversation on racial justice has moved from “equality of opportunity” when i was younger towards “there is no such thing of equality of opportunity so we must have equality of outcome” One of the primary drivers b… --- ## [Is Trump healthy for his age, and if so, how?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-trump-healthy-for-his-age-and-if-so-how/923840)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 12:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-trump-healthy-for-his-age-and-if-so-how/923840 "2020-10-27T00:05:02Z")
Not a political discussion - just a medical question: Given Trump’s age - 74 - and his propensity for eating a lot of red meat, fast food, fried food, etc., and his lack of exercise, and great deal of traveling as a pre… --- ## [God's reelection campaign](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gods-reelection-campaign/640049)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gods-reelection-campaign/640049 "2020-10-26T23:05:05Z")
From Ruben Bolling’s “Tom the Dancing Bug” strip. One of my favorite political cartoons of all time: --- ## [Can the existence of shy voters be predicted?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-the-existence-of-shy-voters-be-predicted/923742)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 11:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-the-existence-of-shy-voters-be-predicted/923742 "2020-10-26T23:04:57Z")
I was reading an article about a pollster who’s predicting a Trump win. His credibility is based on the fact that he predicted Trump’s victory in 2016. He explains that his predictions take “shy voters” into account. He… --- ## [Clearing space on C drive](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clearing-space-on-c-drive/923697)
**Author:** [@Gary\_T](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gary_T)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 11:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/clearing-space-on-c-drive/923697 "2020-10-26T23:01:15Z")
I’ve gotten the warning that I’m very low on disc space. It shows 120mb free out of 111gb. I’ve googled to find what to do but it hasn’t really helped. Many of the procedures say go \[this folder\] and do something, but th… --- ## ["Doctor", not "the doctor"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-not-the-doctor/923427)
**Author:** [@E-DUB](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/E-DUB)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 11:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-not-the-doctor/923427 "2020-10-26T23:00:19Z")
I’ve noticed this at my dentist, at the vet, and at other medical offices. The support staff refers to the doctor as “doctor” rather than “the doctor”, as in “Let’s see what doctor has to say about that.” Is there some… --- ## [What to do with 3 fresh okra pods?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-3-fresh-okra-pods/923650)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 10:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-3-fresh-okra-pods/923650 "2020-10-26T22:48:44Z")
I started a garden at my new place recently, and it is just now starting to yield a few things. Hopefully I’ll have a bigger crop later, but right now I have three fresh okra pods. The only thing I can think of to do wi… --- ## [2019 Subaru Outback 12V, Amps, Wattage, and Power Invertor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-12v-amps-wattage-and-power-invertor/923651)
**Author:** [@Madam\_Librarian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Madam_Librarian)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 10:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-12v-amps-wattage-and-power-invertor/923651 "2020-10-26T22:28:03Z")
Hello! I thought I could figure this out, but I need some help. I’ve purchased a 150w power invertor to run some LED lights (I’ve calculated I only need about 60w) through the cigarette lighter 12v power socket. I thou… --- ## [After the 1929 stock market crash, did investors really jump out of windows?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-the-1929-stock-market-crash-did-investors-really-jump-out-of-windows/852953)
**Author:** [@mdcatdad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mdcatdad)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 10:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-the-1929-stock-market-crash-did-investors-really-jump-out-of-windows/852953 "2020-10-26T22:11:43Z")
My father (who was 26 at the time of the Crash, once told me, “People jumped out of a window because they lost 6 of their $7 million”. To me, that suggests that they had no hope of holding on to what they had left. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1668) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1670)