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**Author:** [@That\_Don\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/That_Don_Guy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 2:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/january-6-2025-that-is/1011223 "2024-12-07T14:18:24Z")
{Note to moderators: feel free to move this to, say, IMHO if it is too much of an “opinion-based topic” for P&E} The electoral college votes will be counted on January 6, 2025, at 1 PM Eastern, as required by Federal la… --- ## [Peak Foliage by year](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/peak-foliage-by-year/1011261)
**Author:** [@Cheesesteak](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cheesesteak)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 12:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/peak-foliage-by-year/1011261 "2024-12-07T12:39:28Z")
Each year I see reports that say “here’s the best week to see fall colors” with maps of when to go leaf peeping in different areas. I’m curious if these peak weeks have been changing at all due to climate change. Is the… --- ## [What's this on Gidget's butt?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-this-on-gidgets-butt/1011285)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 12:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-this-on-gidgets-butt/1011285 "2024-12-07T12:22:22Z")
Watching Gidget 1x03, The Great Kahuna. Noticed the big white square on the back of her bikini. Looks like a pocket. Did they used to make bikinis with pockets? --- ## [After a person dies, how long is their SSN kept inactive before it can be used again?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-a-person-dies-how-long-is-their-ssn-kept-inactive-before-it-can-be-used-again/1010821)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 11:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-a-person-dies-how-long-is-their-ssn-kept-inactive-before-it-can-be-used-again/1010821 "2024-12-07T11:49:30Z")
This is a spinoff of the safety-deposit box question. I know that Social Security numbers are rendered invalid for that person upon their deaths, but I’m curious - how long is the number kept dormant, if you will, befor… --- ## [How do I make a Facebook "friend request" just disappear?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-facebook-friend-request-just-disappear/1011234)
**Author:** [@Jaycat.again](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jaycat.again)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 4:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-facebook-friend-request-just-disappear/1011234 "2024-12-07T04:52:28Z")
That’s the question. I don’t want to accept it, and I don’t want to delete it. What to do? --- ## [A person fell into a sinkhole. Dumb question about rescue operation](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-person-fell-into-a-sinkhole-dumb-question-about-rescue-operation/1011200)
**Author:** [@Crafter\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crafter_Man)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 3:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-person-fell-into-a-sinkhole-dumb-question-about-rescue-operation/1011200 "2024-12-07T03:09:41Z")
There are many news stories this week about a 64 year old woman fell into a sinkhole in Pennsylvania. The earliest photos show a small hole, maybe two to three feet in diameter. The rescue operation immediately starts to… --- ## [I Got My Security Deposit Back! Why?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-my-security-deposit-back-why/1011239)
**Author:** [@DocCathode](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DocCathode)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 2:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-got-my-security-deposit-back-why/1011239 "2024-12-07T02:05:54Z")
Brief recap- I lived with my parents from birth to 1998 or so. I moved into a nice apartment complex in a good, safe neighborhood and close to reliable public transportation. All was well until I discovered several for… --- ## [Great Viewing Conditions for Jupiter](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-viewing-conditions-for-jupiter/835318)
**Author:** [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 12:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-viewing-conditions-for-jupiter/835318 "2024-12-07T00:45:49Z")
Tonight Is the Best Time of the Year to See Jupiter and Its Many Moons: Jupiter will reach opposition the night of June 10, forming a straight line with Earth and the sun Now if only I can only remember to go out an… --- ## [Tsunami Warning for SF Bay. But No Info on Web!?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tsunami-warning-for-sf-bay-but-no-info-on-web/1011216)
**Author:** [@I\_Love\_Me\_Vol.I](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/I_Love_Me_Vol.I)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tsunami-warning-for-sf-bay-but-no-info-on-web/1011216 "2024-12-07T00:17:04Z")
I live in San Francisco. My phone just shrieked with an emergency Tsunami warning following a 7.3. quake nearby. I live about 20 ft above sea level. Naturally I’m concerned. So I go online and search every local news si… --- ## [Are you a fan of horror movies/](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-a-fan-of-horror-movies/1004477)
**Author:** [@f.coli](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/f.coli)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 10:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-a-fan-of-horror-movies/1004477 "2024-12-06T22:49:29Z")
YouTube has been flooded (seemingly) with videos discussing the recent release of “Longlegs”, and I am wondering, if you enjoy horror movies, do you have regrets when the movie is over? Does every innocuous sound, that … --- ## [Should resumes be on special paper anymore?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-resumes-be-on-special-paper-anymore/1011069)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 10:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-resumes-be-on-special-paper-anymore/1011069 "2024-12-06T22:20:50Z")
Maybe this belongs in another forum. If so mods, feel free to move it. Back when handing out resumes (1980s & 90s) in person was a thing, you always wanted it on special paper. 24 pound, parchment, cream or grey, etc.… --- ## ["Your body, my choice" - is it really true that gangs of boys are chanting this in schoolyards and other public places?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-body-my-choice-is-it-really-true-that-gangs-of-boys-are-chanting-this-in-schoolyards-and-other-public-places/1010245)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 9:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-body-my-choice-is-it-really-true-that-gangs-of-boys-are-chanting-this-in-schoolyards-and-other-public-places/1010245 "2024-12-06T21:40:09Z")
Not being a mom, of tweens or anyone else, I’m personally finding this a little hard to believe, and the whole thing sounds like a meme or an urban legend in the making. Plus, I personally think Nick Fuentes is a troll. … --- ## [Today's Topics of Interest](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/todays-topics-of-interest/1011253)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 8:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/todays-topics-of-interest/1011253 "2024-12-06T20:54:41Z")
“South Korea Declares Martial Law” “I Pit the Obsession with Trump” “Fascism, Hope(lessness), and Trump’s America” “What the Hell is Happening in Korea” “The French Government Fell Today (12/4/24). Does Anyone Care?… --- ## [.amp in news links?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/amp-in-news-links/1011269)
**Author:** [@Northern\_Piper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Northern_Piper)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 7:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/amp-in-news-links/1011269 "2024-12-06T19:57:16Z")
I’ve been noticing this in links to news articles: increasingly, there is “.amp” at some point in the url. I’ve noticed it in CBC, CNN and BBC links. What does it mean? --- ## [Any good comedies lately?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-good-comedies-lately/1009955)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 6:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-good-comedies-lately/1009955 "2024-12-06T18:49:19Z")
After recent events I’ve decided I need to inject some comedy into my system. I’m not a big comedy movie fan. So I’d appreciate some suggestions. --- ## [Someone's going to drive a race car on the ceiling. REALLY!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/someones-going-to-drive-a-race-car-on-the-ceiling-really/991412)
**Author:** [@commasense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/commasense)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 5:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/someones-going-to-drive-a-race-car-on-the-ceiling-really/991412 "2024-12-06T17:28:21Z")
For decades people have been pointing out that since many modern race cars (Formula 1, Indy Car, etc.) have more aerodynamic downforce than they weigh, theoretically they would stick to the ceiling of a tunnel if you cou… --- ## [I'm Done with Google](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-done-with-google/1011198)
**Author:** [@OldOlds](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OldOlds)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 5:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-done-with-google/1011198 "2024-12-06T17:13:55Z")
OK, their enshitification has gone too far. Lately, when I search for things it seems like I really have to dig to get past the ads. Today I googled a specific store near me, knowing that Google would list it in a littl… --- ## [Treating a wooden cutting board](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/treating-a-wooden-cutting-board/1011123)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/treating-a-wooden-cutting-board/1011123 "2024-12-06T15:47:42Z")
As a present, I received a beautiful engraved wooden cutting board. Problem is, it is raw wood. I’m not going to cut on it, but it would be perfect for piling ribs or steaks or a brisket on for presentation. I think i… --- ## [Things that disappear other than socks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-disappear-other-than-socks/1001738)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 3:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-disappear-other-than-socks/1001738 "2024-12-06T15:31:28Z")
The only reason I developed my rudimentary finger picking style was because picks disappeared. I don’t know how they migrated from the vicinity of the guitar. Another is microfiber cloths- I’ll have a big stack, and they… --- ## [My 401K--in the Trump Era--advice?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-401k-in-the-trump-era-advice/1010160)
**Author:** [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 3:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-401k-in-the-trump-era-advice/1010160 "2024-12-06T15:14:36Z")
I am retired, with a VERY meager pension. Within 6 months, I will reach the minimum age for Social Security. Which Trump may kill. Several days after the election, I transferred my money from one part of my old, State-s… --- ## [Advice needed with will](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-with-will/1009995)
**Author:** [@Dogginit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dogginit)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-with-will/1009995 "2024-12-06T15:03:14Z")
My sister passed on 9/17, in Albuquerque, NM. Since her husband predeceased her, I am the executor of the estate. The law firm that drafted her will insists they cannot release it to me until the Bernalillo County Cler… --- ## [I think I'm done with Thanksgiving](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-im-done-with-thanksgiving/1010145)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 182\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 2:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-im-done-with-thanksgiving/1010145 "2024-12-06T14:34:27Z")
Not a huge loss for me, as I’ve never really enjoyed the food aspect of it. I figure, if I want a delicious meal I can make one at any time. As far as the family aspect, Thanksgiving is a time when the men get together… --- ## [Advice needed on laptop purchase](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-on-laptop-purchase/1010961)
**Author:** [@Newtosite](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Newtosite)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 2:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-on-laptop-purchase/1010961 "2024-12-06T14:12:38Z")
I’m looking at a Lenovo V15 G3 IAP 15.6" Laptop. I need it for web surfing, Paint Shop Pro (may upgrade to Photoshop), and Ms. Word. I want to have graphics and Word programs and several internet tabs open at the same ti… --- ## [Anyone here do homemade cards/ newsletters for Christmas?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-here-do-homemade-cards-newsletters-for-christmas/1011221)
**Author:** [@Lumpy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lumpy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 1:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-here-do-homemade-cards-newsletters-for-christmas/1011221 "2024-12-06T13:33:25Z")
I do, mainly because I don’t have too many (a dozen or so) and I’ve made a tradition of sending my signature self-mailers to family and friends. I compose mine in MS Word, print on card stock and mail out. --- ## [What the hell is happening in Korea?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-the-hell-is-happening-in-korea/1011251)
**Author:** [@Really\_Not\_All\_That\_Bright](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Really_Not_All_That_Bright)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 12:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-the-hell-is-happening-in-korea/1011251 "2024-12-06T12:38:32Z")
The President declared martial law and apparently tried to have the leader of his own party (and much of the opposition) suspended as NK sympathizers. Does this make more sense in context? --- ## [Who Puts Their Anti-Perspirant On At Night?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-puts-their-anti-perspirant-on-at-night/1010761)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 12:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-puts-their-anti-perspirant-on-at-night/1010761 "2024-12-06T12:12:04Z")
A recent Atlantic article shows a rare consensus… the vast majority of experts say anti-perspirants work far better, some 50% better, if applied at bedtime, even if you shower in the morning, with no need for morning rea… --- ## [OP being identified in the list of thread titles](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/op-being-identified-in-the-list-of-thread-titles/1011013)
**Author:** [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 10:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/op-being-identified-in-the-list-of-thread-titles/1011013 "2024-12-06T10:51:17Z")
Is this new? And if it’s not, I seem to have accidentally turned it on on my phone and would like some guidance in turning it off. Note: I’m talking exclusively about the feature as it manifests on my iPhone. I’m perfec… --- ## [Who's on your gift list?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whos-on-your-gift-list/1011199)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 10:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whos-on-your-gift-list/1011199 "2024-12-06T10:07:08Z")
Past, present, future - who have you/do you buy for? When I was a kid, it was siblings, parents, and grandparents, and if any money was left, maybe friends. As we got older, siblings were dropped, spouses and some inla… --- ## [Why did the Justice Department fail to protect us from Trump?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-the-justice-department-fail-to-protect-us-from-trump/1008944)
**Author:** [@Chad\_Sudan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chad_Sudan)\ **Replies:** 165\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 5:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-the-justice-department-fail-to-protect-us-from-trump/1008944 "2024-12-06T05:29:40Z")
Trump’s interference with certifying the 2020 election posed a grave threat to US stability. And his retention of classified documents seriously jeopardized US security. The Justice Department has had about three-and-a-… --- ## [Movie lines you inadvertently blurt out in public](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movie-lines-you-inadvertently-blurt-out-in-public/995748)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 217\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 3:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movie-lines-you-inadvertently-blurt-out-in-public/995748 "2024-12-06T03:32:24Z")
I was at the grocery store yesterday, and the piped in music was playing “Gimme Some Lovin’”. But it wasn’t the Spencer Davis Group version, it was the one from The Blues Brothers. And without even thinking about it, I h… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=420&state=tracking) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=422&state=tracking)