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**Author:** [@dauerbach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dauerbach)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 10:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medicine-cabinet-installation/853490 "2020-05-10T10:56:43Z")
I want to replace my recessed medicine cabinet. The current on is 16 x 26 overall fitting into a wall recess that is 14 1/4 x 24. I would like to replace this with one that is only 15 inches wide after instillation. T… --- ## [Great boxing matches placed on hold due to C19?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-boxing-matches-placed-on-hold-due-to-c19/853527)
**Author:** [@russian\_heel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/russian_heel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 9:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-boxing-matches-placed-on-hold-due-to-c19/853527 "2020-05-10T09:39:31Z")
Off the top of my head, Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua though not a guarantee otherwise. What other great prize fights have either been postponed or may now may never happen due to this pestilence? Sent from my iPhone usi… --- ## [Will there be Presidential Debates this year?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-there-be-presidential-debates-this-year/852744)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 7:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-there-be-presidential-debates-this-year/852744 "2020-05-10T07:40:21Z")
At this point, are there still plans to hold a series of Presidential debates this fall? I don’t see any reason why you can’t have them. You don’t need an audience, and in fact I think it would be better to not have the… --- ## [Why "is this a debit card?" at fuel pump?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-this-a-debit-card-at-fuel-pump/830789)
**Author:** [@Dingbang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dingbang)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 2:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-this-a-debit-card-at-fuel-pump/830789 "2019-03-16T14:09:20Z")
The fuel pumps I use always start by asking “Is this a debit card?” after I put my credit card in. I’m not interested in why they need to know that; I assume it makes a difference in how they process the card. My questio… --- ## [Trump aide tests positive for CV](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-aide-tests-positive-for-cv/853333)
**Author:** [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 6:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-aide-tests-positive-for-cv/853333 "2020-05-10T06:33:54Z")
The valet works closely with Trump and his family. One of Trump's personal valets has tested positive for coronavirus | CNN Politics --- ## [Question about Buying a Vehicle When Handicapped](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-buying-a-vehicle-when-handicapped/853458)
**Author:** [@Gatorfan9](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gatorfan9)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 5:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-buying-a-vehicle-when-handicapped/853458 "2020-05-10T05:47:54Z")
I’m in the market for a new vehicle, but the extra cost of having my hand controls installed is making the process tougher. Does anyone know if the dealership will pay to have my controls switched out to the purchased ca… --- ## [Ask the newish instacart shopper](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-newish-instacart-shopper/851875)
**Author:** [@drachillix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drachillix)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 5:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-newish-instacart-shopper/851875 "2020-05-10T05:13:57Z")
Most of my computer clients are shutdown Uber is dead (like 15% of normal volume) So I needed something more fitting to the times. About a month ago i signed up for instacart and so far, I kinda love it. If i get a c… --- ## [Place to set up personal telescope south or west of Minneapolis](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/place-to-set-up-personal-telescope-south-or-west-of-minneapolis/853376)
**Author:** [@erpa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/erpa)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/place-to-set-up-personal-telescope-south-or-west-of-minneapolis/853376 "2020-05-10T03:30:08Z")
I’ve got a shiny new telescope and want some dark sky south or west of Minneapolis. My google fu isnt bringing results targeted at dark skies, mostly I’m finding locations that are hosting viewing events on their equip… --- ## [Cyber Citizen's Zoom Meetings.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cyber-citizens-zoom-meetings/853438)
**Author:** [@CCitizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CCitizen)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cyber-citizens-zoom-meetings/853438 "2020-05-10T03:29:59Z")
The first one started 5:00 pm ET – right now. It is called MyFirstZoomMeeting. Cyber Citizen is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MyFirstZoomMeeting Time: May 8, 2020 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Cana… --- ## [Rate of false positives/negatives in COVID/other tests](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-of-false-positives-negatives-in-covid-other-tests/853512)
**Author:** [@TSBG](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TSBG)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-of-false-positives-negatives-in-covid-other-tests/853512 "2020-05-10T03:27:30Z")
How is the rate of bad results determined in new tests for any disease? Bonus if you can explain the different types of tests and why the rates of bad results might differ across them. Sorry if this is a duplicate, I d… --- ## [What does this tell us--so many asymptomatic people test positive?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-this-tell-us-so-many-asymptomatic-people-test-positive/853416)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-this-tell-us-so-many-asymptomatic-people-test-positive/853416 "2020-05-10T03:21:17Z")
In the San Antonio Express-News this morning, the following story appeared: We’ve known this for a while, namely, that lots of people walk around positive for COVID and don’t show symptoms yet, or in fact, ever. This … --- ## [We need a bi-partisan non-political campaign on wearing masks and social distancing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/we-need-a-bi-partisan-non-political-campaign-on-wearing-masks-and-social-distancing/853278)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 7:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/we-need-a-bi-partisan-non-political-campaign-on-wearing-masks-and-social-distancing/853278 "2020-05-08T19:59:02Z")
It’s stupid that a public health issue has become so politicized, and that a man died attempting to enforce his company’s policy on requiring customers to wear masks. Governments are capitulating when there is backlash … --- ## [America's Bible Belt played down the pandemic and even cashed in. Now dozens of pastors are dead](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/americas-bible-belt-played-down-the-pandemic-and-even-cashed-in-now-dozens-of-pastors-are-dead/853240)
**Author:** [@davidm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/davidm)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/americas-bible-belt-played-down-the-pandemic-and-even-cashed-in-now-dozens-of-pastors-are-dead/853240 "2020-05-10T03:16:39Z")
. Can we arrest people for crying “no fire” in a burning theater? --- ## [Statistical breakdown of COVID-related unemployment?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/statistical-breakdown-of-covid-related-unemployment/853505)
**Author:** [@Eva\_Luna](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Eva_Luna)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 3:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/statistical-breakdown-of-covid-related-unemployment/853505 "2020-05-10T03:01:56Z")
So tens of millions of people have lost their jobs in the past few weeks because of COVID-19. How many of those job losses are because the job violates a lockdown order (bartenders, hairdressers, etc.) or is in a busines… --- ## [Why is President Trump's approval rating climbing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-president-trumps-approval-rating-climbing/850420)
**Author:** [@Happy\_Fun\_Ball](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Happy_Fun_Ball)\ **Replies:** 113\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 2:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-president-trumps-approval-rating-climbing/850420 "2020-05-10T02:38:44Z")
I just don’t get it. This guy is seriously mismanaging this pandemic. A lot of people are going to die because of his lack of action. Yet Five Thirty Eight has his approval rating at all time highs: 538 Trump Approva… --- ## [Retrospective Downgrading of Talent](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/retrospective-downgrading-of-talent/835601)
**Author:** [@Casparlatete](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Casparlatete)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 2:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/retrospective-downgrading-of-talent/835601 "2020-05-10T02:26:24Z")
I came across an old copy of the TLS today (of Apr. 15 2016) in which there is a review of Netflix’s ‘House of Cards’ which starred Kevin Spacey, and he gets quite an accolade for his portrayal of Frank Underwood, the Ma… --- ## [Will/should the Democratic nominee shake hands with Trump?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-should-the-democratic-nominee-shake-hands-with-trump/841553)
**Author:** [@SlackerInc](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SlackerInc)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 1:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-should-the-democratic-nominee-shake-hands-with-trump/841553 "2020-05-10T01:22:42Z")
Assuming Trump agrees to a debate, which is no sure thing, standard protocol is to shake hands at the start of the proceedings. For the first time in modern political history, I tend to lean toward thinking the Democrati… --- ## [Is it forbidden to post invitations to Zoom, Discord, Skype, etc.?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-forbidden-to-post-invitations-to-zoom-discord-skype-etc/853362)
**Author:** [@CCitizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CCitizen)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 1:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-forbidden-to-post-invitations-to-zoom-discord-skype-etc/853362 "2020-05-10T01:16:45Z")
Talking to people via text is great. But real-time voice would be appreciated. --- ## [“The Room” (2003) vs. “Room” (2015)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-room-2003-vs-room-2015/853484)
**Author:** [@Ynnad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ynnad)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 12:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-room-2003-vs-room-2015/853484 "2020-05-10T00:31:29Z")
If you were foolish enough to click on this thread, be aware that this thread was posted in the Cafe Society forum for at least the following two reasons: There is no forum on this message board titled Really, Really S… --- ## [Return of the Obra Dinn](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/return-of-the-obra-dinn/825761)
**Author:** [@DPRK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DPRK)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/return-of-the-obra-dinn/825761 "2020-05-10T00:12:48Z")
This game is a fun graphical logic puzzle, so I assume many readers of this site like it. You play an insurance investigator sent by the East India Company to figure out the fates of the crew and passengers on board a gh… --- ## [Bridge-gate Trial: FINALLY](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bridge-gate-trial-finally/766601)
**Author:** [@Count\_Blucher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Count_Blucher)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bridge-gate-trial-finally/766601 "2020-05-09T23:05:14Z")
It looks like, years later, its finally in a courtroom. Cites: So… is Christie Guilty? Not Guilty? Do you think there will be any surprises? If Chris Christie is impeached (and technically that is possibl… --- ## [Woman who accused Fauci of sexual assault now says Trump supporters paid her to lie](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/woman-who-accused-fauci-of-sexual-assault-now-says-trump-supporters-paid-her-to-lie/853350)
**Author:** [@Boycott](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Boycott)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 10:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/woman-who-accused-fauci-of-sexual-assault-now-says-trump-supporters-paid-her-to-lie/853350 "2020-05-09T22:10:12Z")
And she has recorded evidence \*“Let me tell you something, Diana. This guy shut the country down. He put 40 million people out of work. In a situation like that, you have to make up whatever you have to make up to st… --- ## [Why quarantine now and not with other recent epidemics?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-quarantine-now-and-not-with-other-recent-epidemics/853469)
**Author:** [@dflower](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dflower)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-quarantine-now-and-not-with-other-recent-epidemics/853469 "2020-05-09T21:51:12Z")
Why did the government, federal, local, and global, choose to use quarantine as the response to this epidemic? There have been major flu epidemics in 1957, 1968, and 2009 that were widespread and deadly. In none of thos… --- ## [How long/much of a lockdown will people tolerate?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-much-of-a-lockdown-will-people-tolerate/849747)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 210\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-much-of-a-lockdown-will-people-tolerate/849747 "2020-05-09T21:28:23Z")
I just read an opinion on Reddit by a doctor (not an epidemiologist or anything like that, though) that an effective curve-flattening social distancing mandate in the United States would have to last for months, like fiv… --- ## [Drinking milk past 'use buy' date - is it safe? (Fast answers appreciated!)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/drinking-milk-past-use-buy-date-is-it-safe-fast-answers-appreciated/853060)
**Author:** [@glee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/glee)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/drinking-milk-past-use-buy-date-is-it-safe-fast-answers-appreciated/853060 "2020-05-09T21:16:14Z")
I’m trying not to waste food (especially in these troubled times.) I’m in the UK (if that helps) and have a pint of milk which is: pasteurised homogenised semi-skimmed It’s unopened and has been kept in the refrigera… --- ## [Doctor Who: Forest of the Dead](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-forest-of-the-dead/452158)
**Author:** [@Baron\_Greenback](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baron_Greenback)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-forest-of-the-dead/452158 "2020-05-09T21:15:06Z")
Spoiley spoil spoil There was a bit in tonights episode that freaked me the fuck out: and then it got seriously creepy. I’ve no idea about what really happened ongoing plot-wise, but that was fucking awesome. --- ## [The disappointment that is Hunters on Amazon Prime](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-disappointment-that-is-hunters-on-amazon-prime/848330)
**Author:** [@Isosleepy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isosleepy)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-disappointment-that-is-hunters-on-amazon-prime/848330 "2020-05-09T21:08:42Z")
Starring Al Pacino, and a strong cast. The story should be great: hunting Nazis in 1970’s America. But it is shit. The acting is pretty good, but it it is written by someone who saw Inglorious Basterds, decided he c… --- ## [Sleep/dreams are a where, not a what?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sleep-dreams-are-a-where-not-a-what/853161)
**Author:** [@elfkin477](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elfkin477)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 9:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sleep-dreams-are-a-where-not-a-what/853161 "2020-05-09T21:05:00Z")
I’m looking for book/show/movie recommendations for stories where characters discover that everything that happens in dreams is real, because sleep is a literal other place you go each night. Know any? --- ## [How much in public funds would a medicare buy in for older people cost](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-in-public-funds-would-a-medicare-buy-in-for-older-people-cost/853477)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 8:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-in-public-funds-would-a-medicare-buy-in-for-older-people-cost/853477 "2020-05-09T20:37:00Z")
One proposal to expand health insurance is to let people who are older buy into medicare. Some put the age at 50, 55 or 60, but basically letting people above a certain age (usually 55) buy into medicare. Are there stud… --- ## [The Conners (open spoilers)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-conners-open-spoilers/823116)
**Author:** [@alphaboi867](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alphaboi867)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 8:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-conners-open-spoilers/823116 "2020-05-09T20:32:15Z")
I just watched the series premiere. I though it was funny. It felt true the original series. I think Darlene will fill her mother’s role nicely. I still wonder if we’ll ever see Jerry or Andy. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1882) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1884)