# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=442&state=tracking [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 443 --- ## [Harris and SCOTUS](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/harris-and-scotus/1009719)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2024, 12:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/harris-and-scotus/1009719 "2024-11-06T00:24:17Z")
If Harris is elected and gets some SCOTUS appointments, with her being a former prosecutor can we assume that she will appoint justices that will continue to erode civil rights? I hate Biden with a passion but I will cr… --- ## [Need advice on injured outdoor cat](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-on-injured-outdoor-cat/1009155)
**Author:** [@Orville\_mogul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Orville_mogul)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2024, 12:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-on-injured-outdoor-cat/1009155 "2024-11-06T00:15:17Z")
We have two ‘hedge’ cats that were born wild but whom we have been feeding since they were kittens, six years now. We consider them part of the family. One of them, Poppy, will allow us to pet her and even pick her up fo… --- ## [Are you entertained?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-entertained/1009617)
**Author:** [@GailForce](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GailForce)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-entertained/1009617 "2024-11-05T23:13:05Z")
Easily, that is. I am not. I’m one of the hardest people I know to be satisfied by any form of entertainment. When I like something-- and I do like a lot of TV shows, movies, books, plays, songs—I’ll re-watch or re-list… --- ## [NFL 2024-25: Week 9](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2024-25-week-9/1009409)
**Author:** [@Railer13](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Railer13)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 10:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2024-25-week-9/1009409 "2024-11-05T22:59:11Z")
In the best finish of the year, Washington beat Chicago on an amazing Hail Mary with no time on the clock. The throw by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels traveled 65 yards in the air. The Browns figured out a way to scor… --- ## [How did everyone find this board?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-everyone-find-this-board/1008957)
**Author:** [@deneen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/deneen)\ **Replies:** 115\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 10:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-everyone-find-this-board/1008957 "2024-11-05T22:55:20Z")
I’m so curious. I’m pretty addicted- such great topics, and the responses all seem to be amusing and smart. Wait, let me rephrase- hilarious and brilliant. What is this place? What have I stumbled upon? Every response is… --- ## [Pre-Christmas has begun](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pre-christmas-has-begun/1009699)
**Author:** [@Northern\_Piper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Northern_Piper)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pre-christmas-has-begun/1009699 "2024-11-05T22:45:58Z")
There’s eggnog for sale in the grocery stores. It actually appeared before Canadian Thanksgiving a couple of weeks ago. Ho, ho, ho! :santa: --- ## [I Voted - Nov 2024 Edition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-voted-nov-2024-edition/1008280)
**Author:** [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Replies:** 384\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 10:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-voted-nov-2024-edition/1008280 "2024-11-05T22:44:54Z")
Happy Sep 30th to you all. Today I voted. My ballot arrived on Sat and today = Mon USPS is carrying it back to the elections board. In a few days I an check online to see that they have it. Who’s next? Or who’s even … --- ## [What is the definition of "majority". More than half? 50%+1? Both?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-definition-of-majority-more-than-half-50-1-both/1009724)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 6:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-definition-of-majority-more-than-half-50-1-both/1009724 "2024-11-05T18:09:59Z")
Continuing from here. The question is: is 50%+1 an equivalent definition of a majority which is more than half. Issues that did not enter into that discussion is weighted voting and being able to split your votes, e.g.… --- ## [Trump and Davy Crockett](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-and-davy-crockett/1009715)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 9:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-and-davy-crockett/1009715 "2024-11-05T21:17:21Z")
Not sure where to put this. It doesn’t belong in the BBQ Pit, so this probably the right place. I’m finishing up Michael Wallis bio David Crockett: The Lion of the West, and I’m struck by the similarities between Crocke… --- ## [Does it really matter if you vote if you know you are in the minority?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-really-matter-if-you-vote-if-you-know-you-are-in-the-minority/1008302)
**Author:** [@Whack-a-Mole](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Whack-a-Mole)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 6:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-really-matter-if-you-vote-if-you-know-you-are-in-the-minority/1008302 "2024-11-05T18:40:03Z")
Continuing the discussion from I Voted - Nov 2024 Edition: I have had people comment to me something similar to the above many times. Since they live in “X” area their vote does not count because they are in the minor… --- ## [Bluetooth sucks. Why isn't there a better wireless protocol for peripherals?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bluetooth-sucks-why-isnt-there-a-better-wireless-protocol-for-peripherals/1009614)
**Author:** [@Reply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reply)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 5:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bluetooth-sucks-why-isnt-there-a-better-wireless-protocol-for-peripherals/1009614 "2024-11-05T17:47:10Z")
Continuing the discussion\* from Why the lack of \[wireless\] USB-C mouse's?, where the OP was trying to find a good wireless mouse that doesn’t suffer from Bluetooth latency issues. It seems to me that Bluetooth in genera… --- ## [NYT strike? What's up?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nyt-strike-whats-up/1009725)
**Author:** [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 5:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nyt-strike-whats-up/1009725 "2024-11-05T17:42:15Z")
So, I’ve read here on the dope that some workers at the NYT are on strike, but I’m curious Who? Over what issues? Any guesses as to likely outcomes? So if course I’m turning to the rest of you to find clear answers. … --- ## [Does it annoy you when movies/TV delete song lyrics?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-annoy-you-when-movies-tv-delete-song-lyrics/1009707)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-annoy-you-when-movies-tv-delete-song-lyrics/1009707 "2024-11-05T14:59:00Z")
poll For instance, right now I’m rewatching an old episode of The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. They are at a dance. Maneater is playing. The song goes Ooh, she’s sitting with you But her eyes are on the door and … --- ## [Boaters- is this a thing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boaters-is-this-a-thing/1009618)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boaters-is-this-a-thing/1009618 "2024-11-05T14:52:34Z")
Idly looking through Temu I came across an outboard motor, one of the pictures of which made me wonder. It’s the one of the guy driving, sitting over the stern of an otherwise empty boat. I supposed getting all the weigh… --- ## [How I spent my extra hour this year](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-i-spent-my-extra-hour-this-year/1009613)
**Author:** [@StarvingButStrong](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StarvingButStrong)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-i-spent-my-extra-hour-this-year/1009613 "2024-11-05T14:23:36Z")
So, I naturally woke up at my usual time, but it was an hour earlier according to the official clock, right? Okay, thought I, I’ve got a bonus hour! Oh, just imagine the fun things I can do with it. What to pick, what… --- ## [Attacking a car with a sticky drink - Legalities](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/attacking-a-car-with-a-sticky-drink-legalities/1009522)
**Author:** [@Skypist](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skypist)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/attacking-a-car-with-a-sticky-drink-legalities/1009522 "2024-11-05T14:21:29Z")
How much trouble could/would someone get into legally - if at all - for throwing a drink at another car while stuck in traffic? This “lady” wanted to get over, apparently very angry about how congested the traffic was -… --- ## [Quincy Jones dies at 91](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/quincy-jones-dies-at-91/1009659)
**Author:** [@pjd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pjd)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/quincy-jones-dies-at-91/1009659 "2024-11-05T14:19:53Z")
Quincy Jones, jazz legend dies at 91… Time to give this gem another listen … --- ## [Pretentious rock lyrics](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pretentious-rock-lyrics/1009504)
**Author:** [@GailForce](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GailForce)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 6:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pretentious-rock-lyrics/1009504 "2024-11-05T06:11:56Z")
Everyone defines “pretentious” slightly differently, so let me give my definition. Rock’n’roll lyrics are generally written by musicians who are primarily interested in the chords, melodies and harmonies and are indiffer… --- ## ["minimally invasive, laparoscopic ovary removal" - why is this done?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/minimally-invasive-laparoscopic-ovary-removal-why-is-this-done/994497)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 5:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/minimally-invasive-laparoscopic-ovary-removal-why-is-this-done/994497 "2024-11-05T05:08:06Z")
Someone I know just emailed me that they are having “minimally invasive, laparoscopic ovary removal.” It was a group email, work-related, so there weren’t any other details. I don’t want to pry, but I do want to know if … --- ## [Should you get paid extra working 11 to 7pm, (end of Daylight Savings last night)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-you-get-paid-extra-working-11-to-7pm-end-of-daylight-savings-last-night/1009615)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 4:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-you-get-paid-extra-working-11-to-7pm-end-of-daylight-savings-last-night/1009615 "2024-11-05T04:34:33Z")
Contract employees get a flat salary. If we worked an extra hour, working 11 to 7 last night. Do we get anything? Except the privilege of keeping our jobs? Should we get any compensation for that extra hour? I never got… --- ## [Male strippers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/male-strippers/33126)
**Author:** [@Homer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Homer)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 4:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/male-strippers/33126 "2024-11-05T04:28:32Z")
Seeing as how I’ve never watched a male stripper, I do not know the answer to this question, so I’ll put it bluntly. Do male strippers generally strip with an erection? If not, why would someone pay to see a shrivled up… --- ## [Hey, did you know \[some of\] your voting records are public?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-did-you-know-some-of-your-voting-records-are-public/1009622)
**Author:** [@Lare](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lare)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-did-you-know-some-of-your-voting-records-are-public/1009622 "2024-11-05T04:05:05Z")
Given the audience here, you probably did. I know I did and statistically I’m representative of the members of this board. But this year, more than I ever have before, I am bombarded with TV and YouTube commercials tel… --- ## [Situation before Roe v. Wade; is it worse now?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/situation-before-roe-v-wade-is-it-worse-now/1009632)
**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 3:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/situation-before-roe-v-wade-is-it-worse-now/1009632 "2024-11-05T03:59:30Z")
Beck before Roe v. Wade, abortion was illegal in many except to save the life of the mother. But now even that exception is dubious because doctors are afraid that a zealous prosecutor could argue that the mother’s life… --- ## [Do Japanese Mothers Masturbate Their Sons To Put Them To Sleep?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-japanese-mothers-masturbate-their-sons-to-put-them-to-sleep/237090)
**Author:** [@Surreal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Surreal)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2004, 5:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-japanese-mothers-masturbate-their-sons-to-put-them-to-sleep/237090 "2004-03-31T17:12:02Z")
Is it true that it is not an uncommon practice for Japanese mothers to manually masturbate their sons’ penises to help them fall asleep at night? Also, is it true that in Japan, the parents sleep in the same bed with th… --- ## [Can anyone help me with a work problem?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-anyone-help-me-with-a-work-problem/1003723)
**Author:** [@MagicEyes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MagicEyes)\ **Replies:** 230\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 3:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-anyone-help-me-with-a-work-problem/1003723 "2024-11-05T03:17:10Z")
So I’ve posted a few things about my chaos demon boss in the Workplace Rants thread. She’s been my boss for almost nine months, and I’ve thought from the beginning that she wants to get rid of me. Unfortunately for her, … --- ## [Visiting Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA for a day each on the way to Florida](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/visiting-charleston-sc-and-savannah-ga-for-a-day-each-on-the-way-to-florida/1009620)
**Author:** [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 2:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/visiting-charleston-sc-and-savannah-ga-for-a-day-each-on-the-way-to-florida/1009620 "2024-11-05T02:11:26Z")
I’m planning on plenty of time for the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and maybe Fort Sumter. What else is good to visit in the immediate Charleston area? (Probably on a Saturday) We are going to explore Savannah the next day. Wal… --- ## [Time change compromise: permanent half hour forward](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-change-compromise-permanent-half-hour-forward/992621)
**Author:** [@dtilque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dtilque)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 1:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-change-compromise-permanent-half-hour-forward/992621 "2024-11-05T01:14:50Z")
Well, it’s time to change the clocks back again and of course, time to argue about changing to permanent DST or ST. I have a suggestion: split the difference. Put the clocks permanently half an hour forward from Standard… --- ## [How to Explain that the Democracy Crisis Transcends Principle](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-explain-that-the-democracy-crisis-transcends-principle/1008920)
**Author:** [@Two\_Many\_Cats2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Two_Many_Cats2)\ **Replies:** 129\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-explain-that-the-democracy-crisis-transcends-principle/1008920 "2024-11-04T21:48:46Z")
I have a friend who is very much into activist causes. She writes occasional pieces for a local communist newspaper. I guess she considers herself a communist, but I never directly asked. From hearing her talk, I’m of… --- ## [How likely is it that the Tasmanian Tiger is not extinct?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-likely-is-it-that-the-tasmanian-tiger-is-not-extinct/579375)
**Author:** [@Dahu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dahu)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 9:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-likely-is-it-that-the-tasmanian-tiger-is-not-extinct/579375 "2024-11-04T21:12:34Z")
I’ve been fascinated by the story of the Tasmanian Tiger (Thylacine). Despite the last known one dying in 1936 sightings have persisted. How likely is it that the species might still survive in Tasmania? Specifically I’… --- ## [Can we have a "freer discussion" option with looser modding on hijacks?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-we-have-a-freer-discussion-option-with-looser-modding-on-hijacks/1009350)
**Author:** [@Aeschines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aeschines)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 9:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-we-have-a-freer-discussion-option-with-looser-modding-on-hijacks/1009350 "2024-11-04T21:11:08Z")
I doubt I am alone in my opinion that the modding of “off-topic posts” and “hijacks” on this board is strict to the point of stifling discussion. It’s to the point where I see posters openly stating their fear that they… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=441&state=tracking) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=443&state=tracking)