# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=342 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 343 --- ## [Bible literacy in the days of illiteracy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bible-literacy-in-the-days-of-illiteracy/1016267)
**Author:** [@sciurophobic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sciurophobic)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 5:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bible-literacy-in-the-days-of-illiteracy/1016267 "2025-04-02T17:02:14Z")
How familiar was the average Christian of the contents of the Bible back when most people couldn’t read Latin, let alone read at all? Would they be familiar with all the stories, even the more salacious ones? Would they… --- ## [How ill equipped are we to start a rapid reindustrialization?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-ill-equipped-are-we-to-start-a-rapid-reindustrialization/1016434)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-ill-equipped-are-we-to-start-a-rapid-reindustrialization/1016434 "2025-04-02T17:01:10Z")
It seems to me we would have a shortage of engineers, mill rights, machinests etc. I know a lot of that is easier and quicker than it used to be but it is still a gigantic undertaking. --- ## [Ford fuse follies \[long\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ford-fuse-follies-long/1016458)
**Author:** [@3AxisCtrl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/3AxisCtrl)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 3:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ford-fuse-follies-long/1016458 "2025-04-02T15:51:04Z")
I tow a trailer with my Ford Transit van. On a recent stop in eastern Tennessee I noticed that the trailer tail lights had gone dark. Investigation showed that this was due to a short in the trailer that had apparently… --- ## [Is there any way to determine how much tariffs are costing me personally?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-determine-how-much-tariffs-are-costing-me-personally/1016515)
**Author:** [@RAWDuke](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RAWDuke)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 2:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-determine-how-much-tariffs-are-costing-me-personally/1016515 "2025-04-02T14:06:31Z")
I know there will be plenty of stories about how much this car costs this year as opposed to last. We always get news about gas prices changing due to various circumstances. If there’s a change or addition to sales tax… --- ## [Making Chili Colorado for the first time this weekend!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/making-chili-colorado-for-the-first-time-this-weekend/1016211)
**Author:** [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 1:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/making-chili-colorado-for-the-first-time-this-weekend/1016211 "2025-04-02T13:57:49Z")
Just got my dried pasilla, guajillo, and ancho chilies, along with some Mexican oregano, delivered after 2 1/2 long weeks of waiting (Amazon really drags their heels when you don’t subscribe to Prime). Been reading or vi… --- ## [How does --ICE-- select their "people of interest"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-ice-select-their-people-of-interest/1016492)
**Author:** [@MW\_Degen\_Gamblr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MW_Degen_Gamblr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 12:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-ice-select-their-people-of-interest/1016492 "2025-04-02T12:33:06Z")
There doesn’t seem to be a lot of transparency on how this agency selects people who they want to arrest or detain. Especially if they’re legal immigrants or ordinary citizens. It appears to be random yet targeted, if yo… --- ## [Apparently, you are only allowed 10 reports per month {Note: this is of course not accurate}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/apparently-you-are-only-allowed-10-reports-per-month-note-this-is-of-course-not-accurate/1016406)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 100\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 11:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/apparently-you-are-only-allowed-10-reports-per-month-note-this-is-of-course-not-accurate/1016406 "2025-04-02T11:51:29Z")
I reported a post for violating the “Don’t be a jerk” rule. I was then told by What\_Exit that I was over-reporting and it was becoming a problem. I went back through my history for March and I had reported 10 posts tot… --- ## [Classical music performance as an exercise in memorization](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/classical-music-performance-as-an-exercise-in-memorization/1016142)
**Author:** [@jsc1953](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jsc1953)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 10:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/classical-music-performance-as-an-exercise-in-memorization/1016142 "2025-04-02T10:50:08Z")
We saw a Performance on Sunday of Beethoven’s piano Concerto No. 5 (“Emperor”). And while I was of course impressed by the skill and talent of the pianist, and genius of Beethoven… I am always struck by the fact that the… --- ## [Please welcome our new moderator, ParallelLines](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-welcome-our-new-moderator-parallellines/1016239)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Zotti](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ed_Zotti)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 10:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-welcome-our-new-moderator-parallellines/1016239 "2025-04-02T10:10:45Z")
I’m pleased to announce that ParallelLines has agreed to help moderate Great Debates and Politics & Elections. He’s still getting used to the chain mail and accidentally banned Kazakhstan during mod practice but we’re co… --- ## [The new google AI programs Gemini 2.5 and deep research are really nice](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-google-ai-programs-gemini-2-5-and-deep-research-are-really-nice/1016482)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 4:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-google-ai-programs-gemini-2-5-and-deep-research-are-really-nice/1016482 "2025-04-02T04:10:32Z")
I’m behind the curve of keeping up with AI, but I’m seeing really good results with Gemini 2.5 and Deep research. This is totally worth the $20 a month. This is the first AI subscription I’ve paid for, and its well worth… --- ## [They still don't know if the Loch Ness Monster is real?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/they-still-dont-know-if-the-loch-ness-monster-is-real/195938)
**Author:** [@Vision\_of\_Love](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Vision_of_Love)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 2:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/they-still-dont-know-if-the-loch-ness-monster-is-real/195938 "2025-04-02T02:52:00Z")
With all the technology of today, why are people still unsure of whether or not there is a creature swimming in a lake? How big is this lake anyway? Isn’t there any way of scanning the lake all the way through using sona… --- ## [Paycheck deposit automation across several banks and accounts?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paycheck-deposit-automation-across-several-banks-and-accounts/1016447)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 2:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paycheck-deposit-automation-across-several-banks-and-accounts/1016447 "2025-04-02T02:45:19Z")
I recently started a new job, and with it comes a predictable paycheck. I would like to split the incoming money across several accounts and banks, such as two joint accounts I hold with my partner and several personal … --- ## [Getting from La Guardia to Inwood NYC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-from-la-guardia-to-inwood-nyc/1016479)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Mabes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mike_Mabes)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 1:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-from-la-guardia-to-inwood-nyc/1016479 "2025-04-02T01:16:23Z")
Arriving 8 am Thusday. Subway is out, takes about an hour and 15 minutes. Should I request an Uber or Lyft when I get off the plane, or wait until in the queue? Haven’t been there since the renovation, seems like I ha… --- ## [Books in translation](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/books-in-translation/1008660)
**Author:** [@GailForce](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GailForce)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 1:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/books-in-translation/1008660 "2025-04-02T01:08:43Z")
I’ve been what you might call an obsessive reader my whole life (call me a deranged nut if you want to get a bit nasty, and I can’t really object) --I have seven books right now that I’m in the middle of, and this isn’t … --- ## [Instances where Wikipedia references the Straight Dope](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/instances-where-wikipedia-references-the-straight-dope/1016471)
**Author:** [@Fiendish\_Astronaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fiendish_Astronaut)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/instances-where-wikipedia-references-the-straight-dope/1016471 "2025-04-02T00:51:36Z")
I was looking at this Wikipedia site after going down a rabbit hole and noticed that The Straight Dope is listed as a reference. I thought I’d search for other instances (on pages which aren’t about The Straight Dop… --- ## [WW2 Codebreaker Betty Webb has passed away](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ww2-codebreaker-betty-webb-has-passed-away/1016470)
**Author:** [@Love\_Rhombus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Love_Rhombus)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 12:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ww2-codebreaker-betty-webb-has-passed-away/1016470 "2025-04-02T00:14:05Z")
These stores should be remembered and celebrated even more today. She was even given a seat at Charles III’s Coronation. . --- ## [How to level-up peas?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-level-up-peas/1016442)
**Author:** [@Whack-a-Mole](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Whack-a-Mole)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 12:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-level-up-peas/1016442 "2025-04-02T00:00:24Z")
I’m having family over next weekend and I have a chicken dish in mind. All good with that but I was thinking of sides and I think peas go great with chicken. But, I would like to do a bit more than some steamed peas (w… --- ## [Next MCU Spider-Man Movie announced](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/next-mcu-spider-man-movie-announced/1016465)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/next-mcu-spider-man-movie-announced/1016465 "2025-04-01T22:58:42Z")
Spider-Man Brand New Day July 31st 2026 This would put it between the two Avengers films. Given the next film after it is Secret Wars it would be funny if he has the black suit in this one with no explanation or acknowl… --- ## [I am pitting the New York State and Local Retirement System](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-am-pitting-the-new-york-state-and-local-retirement-system/1016462)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 10:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-am-pitting-the-new-york-state-and-local-retirement-system/1016462 "2025-04-01T22:25:40Z")
I have a simple request. I need a form. I go to their website. The pop-up tells me I can’t access the website. So I should call their phone number. I call their phone number. The recorded message tells me they’re busy … --- ## [Botticelli March 2025](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/botticelli-march-2025/1015443)
**Author:** [@kitap](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kitap)\ **Replies:** 204\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/botticelli-march-2025/1015443 "2025-04-01T22:21:00Z")
Okay…so reading MAD finally paid off. So, let’s see… I am B. For Bavaria, the Birkebeiner and bleps. --- ## [Where are all the rich, elite celebrities when you need them?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-are-all-the-rich-elite-celebrities-when-you-need-them/1016382)
**Author:** [@WOOKINPANUBv.2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WOOKINPANUBv.2)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 9:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-are-all-the-rich-elite-celebrities-when-you-need-them/1016382 "2025-04-01T21:59:57Z")
I want to preface this by saying I don’t think it’s their obligation to pony up money for the democratic cause. However, I don’t think I’ve heard any comment from our liberal stars, or word of any big donations. I mean, … --- ## [LED Bulbs: I need the straight dope!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/led-bulbs-i-need-the-straight-dope/1016427)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 9:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/led-bulbs-i-need-the-straight-dope/1016427 "2025-04-01T21:57:48Z")
Did you see what I did there? Hardee :clown\_face:har :disguised\_face:har… I do not see well. I need lots and lots of light in order to be comfortable and happy. My whole life long I have struggled to find lamps that wou… --- ## [I need to turn clear 2-part epoxy opaque](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-to-turn-clear-2-part-epoxy-opaque/1015934)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 9:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-to-turn-clear-2-part-epoxy-opaque/1015934 "2025-04-01T21:27:03Z")
Using quite a bit of 2-part epoxy. Not many gallons. More like…2 cups of each, or whatever ratio the bottles tell me to use. I’ve used this stuff in the past, works great, sets up in 24 hours like rock. ( Just cannot rem… --- ## [Publishing a public library's general contact info is doxxing now?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/publishing-a-public-librarys-general-contact-info-is-doxxing-now/1015924)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 9:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/publishing-a-public-librarys-general-contact-info-is-doxxing-now/1015924 "2025-04-01T21:12:14Z")
Thread in question. I know, this is not a big deal. But it is still bothering me, and I think I can explain why: the information I published was NOT personal contact info for anybody. It was simply the general number/we… --- ## [Honoring last wishes](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/honoring-last-wishes/997884)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/honoring-last-wishes/997884 "2025-04-01T19:58:55Z")
What are your feelings or opinions regarding another person’s last wishes and what you’d do about them? I’m thinking about run-of-the-mill requests as opposed to something really outrageous, tho you may feel free to addr… --- ## [R.I.P. Richard Chamberlain](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/r-i-p-richard-chamberlain/1016342)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 7:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/r-i-p-richard-chamberlain/1016342 "2025-04-01T19:29:39Z")
Oh, I had such a crush on Dr. Kildare! Good-looking, sensitive, so caring… :beating\_heart: Also loved him in The Thorn Birds – but I am a sucker for the “troubled priest” story genre. And of course, in TV’s first Sho… --- ## [Japanese-speaking Dopers: The way this American woman pronounces "Itadakimasu"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/japanese-speaking-dopers-the-way-this-american-woman-pronounces-itadakimasu/1016351)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 6:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/japanese-speaking-dopers-the-way-this-american-woman-pronounces-itadakimasu/1016351 "2025-04-01T18:35:56Z")
This woman (who is ethnically Chinese, according to one of her videos, but is second generation American) picked up the phrase “いただきま” (“Itadakimasu,” or “I humbly receive,” for you not in the know) when her husband work… --- ## [Legal procedure question: Quashing a subpoena to testify?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-procedure-question-quashing-a-subpoena-to-testify/1016441)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 6:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-procedure-question-quashing-a-subpoena-to-testify/1016441 "2025-04-01T18:27:05Z")
I was served a subpoena today to testify as a witness in a court case I’d never heard of, between two parties I’m not affiliated with (Impossible Foods Inc. v. Impossible X LLC, 5:21-cv-02419 – CourtListener.com). It’s a… --- ## [Tornado Warnings in Monmouth County, I'm sheltering in the Basement. {No Twisters happened}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tornado-warnings-in-monmouth-county-im-sheltering-in-the-basement-no-twisters-happened/1016435)
**Author:** [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 5:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tornado-warnings-in-monmouth-county-im-sheltering-in-the-basement-no-twisters-happened/1016435 "2025-04-01T17:23:05Z")
Playing a party game and hope we don’t get hit or lose power. --- ## [The worst part of getting old](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-worst-part-of-getting-old/1016370)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 4:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-worst-part-of-getting-old/1016370 "2025-04-01T16:52:33Z")
My opinion only here. It’s not the aches and pains, the diminished physical and mental faculties. It’s the other people who are dying off. One of my husband’s few remaining friends has bone cancer and, because of the unb… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=341) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=343)