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**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 12:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-a-postman-refuse-to-deliver-mail-because-he-disapproves-of-the-recipients-living-arrangements/1004912 "2024-08-03T12:52:30Z")
A day or two ago, the Times printed an article by columnist Gail Collins about her husband’s death. She mentioned along the way that before they were married in 70s, they started living together and she had had to adopt… --- ## [Please tell me there’s a chance this isn’t water damage…](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-tell-me-there-s-a-chance-this-isn-t-water-damage/1004928)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 11:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-tell-me-there-s-a-chance-this-isn-t-water-damage/1004928 "2024-08-03T11:32:19Z")
I’m not sure what to do if it is. I know it’s serious, but there’s only so much I can do immediately; it’s not like I can tell my upstairs neighbor to turn off their water. This would be my first major “crisis” here, so … --- ## [How many synonyms for "drunk" can you come up with in a language that you speak?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-synonyms-for-drunk-can-you-come-up-with-in-a-language-that-you-speak/988269)
**Author:** [@EinsteinsHund](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EinsteinsHund)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 8:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-synonyms-for-drunk-can-you-come-up-with-in-a-language-that-you-speak/988269 "2024-08-03T08:22:11Z")
Disclaimer first: I’m not drunk (at least at the moment). But I just had a random thought about how many words for (being) drunk there are in my native language of German. I also know a lot of English expressions. Of cou… --- ## [Elden Ring - my thoughts and questions while I play this game](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/elden-ring-my-thoughts-and-questions-while-i-play-this-game/977759)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 254\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 5:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/elden-ring-my-thoughts-and-questions-while-i-play-this-game/977759 "2024-08-03T05:02:12Z")
I loved Breath of the Wild. There is just no contest to me that it is the greatest game of all time. Naturally, I have seen a lot about Elden Ring over the past 10 months and so today, I started my journey into the Lands… --- ## [Removing manual line breaks in Excel for Macs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/removing-manual-line-breaks-in-excel-for-macs/1005112)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 4:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/removing-manual-line-breaks-in-excel-for-macs/1005112 "2024-08-03T04:46:51Z")
Some of the data I receive has non-display characters that cause problems when converting the file to text. (They break the record.) On a PC I can search-and-replace ALT+010 with pipes. I can’t make an ALT+010 on my m… --- ## [Our rescue cat just went into heat](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/our-rescue-cat-just-went-into-heat/1005176)
**Author:** [@JaneDoe42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JaneDoe42)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 2:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/our-rescue-cat-just-went-into-heat/1005176 "2024-08-03T02:24:48Z")
And is driving our male cat crazy with her displays and trilling. He was holding her down and biting her on the back but now he’s hiding on top of the fridge. Of course this happened after business hours on a Friday. W… --- ## [Coogan’s Bluff: Luggage](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/coogan-s-bluff-luggage/1005107)
**Author:** [@StrongStyle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StrongStyle)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 12:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/coogan-s-bluff-luggage/1005107 "2024-08-03T00:35:20Z")
In the Clint Eastwood movie Coogan’s Bluff, Eastwood’s character arrives in New York carrying a briefcase. A taxi driver charges him the rate with luggage. A front desk worker at his hotel charges him the rate without. A… --- ## [People want to see my "crazy eyes"!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/people-want-to-see-my-crazy-eyes/1005040)
**Author:** [@MW\_Degen\_Gamblr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MW_Degen_Gamblr)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/people-want-to-see-my-crazy-eyes/1005040 "2024-08-03T00:12:12Z")
Well, here it is! Here it is! HERE IT IS! o\_o\< By popular demand! Just finished up a happy hour not too long ago. And the subject of crazy eyes came up. And having weird moods in general. Im no stranger to those. My… --- ## [Misery Q (Spoilers)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/misery-q-spoilers/1005114)
**Author:** [@Pavelb1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Pavelb1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/misery-q-spoilers/1005114 "2024-08-02T23:13:17Z")
Don’t you think making Annie Wilkes a serial killer detracts from the theme of fandom gone amuck?? “I’m your number one fan!!”…well, you’re also a crazy murderer so that kind of detracts from things. --- ## [Biden v Trump. Why? Please explain to an Aussie](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biden-v-trump-why-please-explain-to-an-aussie/997464)
**Author:** [@stui\_magpie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/stui_magpie)\ **Replies:** 191\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biden-v-trump-why-please-explain-to-an-aussie/997464 "2024-08-02T20:55:51Z")
I’m confused. How on the earth can either Trump or Biden be legitimate candidates for POTUS? Look, Biden is a decent well meaning bloke with decades of public service behind him, but his cheese is barely clinging to his… --- ## ["Just the Facts" Steve Ballmer's "PSA" show (on primetime Fox where I live)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-the-facts-steve-ballmers-psa-show-on-primetime-fox-where-i-live/1005164)
**Author:** [@DaveUnknown](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DaveUnknown)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 7:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-the-facts-steve-ballmers-psa-show-on-primetime-fox-where-i-live/1005164 "2024-08-02T19:29:19Z")
Billionaire Steve Ballmer has taken it upon himself to “educate” the public with “facts” about how the government is spending money, and other issues like healthcare and immigration. Did anyone watch this? I was scanni… --- ## [Firefighting](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/firefighting/1005140)
**Author:** [@Jemma](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jemma)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 6:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/firefighting/1005140 "2024-08-02T18:42:41Z")
Do firefighters put out controlled fires with water as well? --- ## [How do you display fingers on one hand to show a count of three? Poll!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-display-fingers-on-one-hand-to-show-a-count-of-three-poll/1005119)
**Author:** [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 5:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-display-fingers-on-one-hand-to-show-a-count-of-three-poll/1005119 "2024-08-02T17:48:11Z")
poll Asking because on two recent occasions on TV or video, most recently a video I just watched, I saw a count of three displayed on a hand with thumb, index and middle fingers up, ring and pinkie fingers folded down. T… --- ## [Punishment for young teen, hiding trash](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/punishment-for-young-teen-hiding-trash/672755)
**Author:** [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 5:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/punishment-for-young-teen-hiding-trash/672755 "2024-08-02T17:35:00Z")
So as not to poison the well, I won’t remark on the kid’s current punishment in the OP. Last night, our 14 year old was caught with garbage stashed around his room. Bunches of it. Under the dresser, under the best, un… --- ## [I'm ranting at you, July! (July mini-rants)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-ranting-at-you-july-july-mini-rants/1003552)
**Author:** [@Monty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Monty)\ **Replies:** 333\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-ranting-at-you-july-july-mini-rants/1003552 "2024-08-02T16:26:31Z")
I can’t remember which thread I saw it, but someone mentioned a number of “humorous measures” such as a Scaramucci (10 or 11 days). I’ve determined, thanks to one of my students, a shorter measure of time. We now have th… --- ## [Good quality mysteries that follow "Mystery Rules" rather than "Detective Rules"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-quality-mysteries-that-follow-mystery-rules-rather-than-detective-rules/978963)
**Author:** [@colinfred](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/colinfred)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 3:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-quality-mysteries-that-follow-mystery-rules-rather-than-detective-rules/978963 "2024-08-02T15:16:47Z")
Monk, Death in Paradise, Ellery Queen, Jonathan Creek, Blacke’s Magic, some episodes of Marple, some episodes of Poirot, follow “mystery rules”. They give the viewer all the information they need to solve the case, and p… --- ## [Outlook format question - Font colour](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/outlook-format-question-font-colour/1005064)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 3:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/outlook-format-question-font-colour/1005064 "2024-08-02T15:12:26Z")
I have a form in Word. There are fields to be filled in, and then there is a box for Problem Statement (which I’ll call PS). The PS is formatted as Bold and Dark Blue. (I didn’t choose it. That’s just the way it is a… --- ## [Consumer Fireworks USA vs. Europe](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/consumer-fireworks-usa-vs-europe/1004153)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 2:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/consumer-fireworks-usa-vs-europe/1004153 "2024-08-02T14:33:47Z")
So, the U.S.'s fireworks laws vary from state to state, with some states forbidding everything more powerful than lighting your cigarette, and others (looking at you, Missouri) just say “fuck it” and allow basically anyt… --- ## [Do you re-use ZipLock bags?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-re-use-ziplock-bags/1004888)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 2:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-re-use-ziplock-bags/1004888 "2024-08-02T14:31:07Z")
My Mom does. Used to make me crazy. Now, if the bag isn’t soiled with heavy odors or oils or something obvious, I’ll scrub it out with soapy water and hang to dry and re-use. Trying to reduce my plastics footprint a bit… --- ## [Dozens at TikTok HQ suffer food poisoning](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dozens-at-tiktok-hq-suffer-food-poisoning/1005052)
**Author:** [@Love\_Rhombus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Love_Rhombus)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 2:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dozens-at-tiktok-hq-suffer-food-poisoning/1005052 "2024-08-02T14:07:43Z")
I know the internet is probably aflame with conspiracy theories, but why? If TikTok fell ( and I realize this is nowhere close to that happening) who would profit? And are the food safety laws in Singapore pretty good? … --- ## [Cake: In fridge or Room Temp?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cake-in-fridge-or-room-temp/1004073)
**Author:** [@SuntanLotion](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SuntanLotion)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 1:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cake-in-fridge-or-room-temp/1004073 "2024-08-02T13:52:46Z")
I have been having cake ( small piece, no frosting) for breakfast every morn for a long time. Also a snack at night. It helps me drink more water. I have been keeping it in the fridge, it lasts about 6 days. My recent… --- ## [Repair or replace a parachute buckle?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/repair-or-replace-a-parachute-buckle/1005071)
**Author:** [@SunUp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SunUp)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 11:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/repair-or-replace-a-parachute-buckle/1005071 "2024-08-02T11:55:38Z")
Note: the buckle itself is not part of a parachute, and is not a safety-critical application. I need to repair or replace a plastic parachute buckle on a 2" wide strap on my frame backpack’s hip belt. The “female” part… --- ## [How does a stand-alone inside air-conditioner work](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-a-stand-alone-inside-air-conditioner-work/1003415)
**Author:** [@Coriolanus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Coriolanus)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 4:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-a-stand-alone-inside-air-conditioner-work/1003415 "2024-07-08T16:19:32Z")
I looked at past threads yet those machines had exhaust hoses to let the heat generated by an air compressor out of the room. I’ve reinstalled a Windows 11 machine and of course the opening page for msn.com is full of u… --- ## [Monthly Photo Competition #20 – July, 2024 – “Bridges” \[Poll added\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-20-july-2024-bridges-poll-added/1003772)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 10:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-20-july-2024-bridges-poll-added/1003772 "2024-08-02T10:31:27Z")
This is the monthly thread for July , 2024. The topic this month is “Bridges”, chosen by Spiderman. Please note: The general rules for the competition are here. One entry per person per month . To make the photos easi… --- ## [Damage to duct work and HVAC can occur with shut-off vents?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/damage-to-duct-work-and-hvac-can-occur-with-shut-off-vents/986248)
**Author:** [@Earl\_Snake-Hips\_Tucker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Earl_Snake-Hips_Tucker)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2023, 10:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/damage-to-duct-work-and-hvac-can-occur-with-shut-off-vents/986248 "2023-06-30T22:35:57Z")
Just about all the HVAC-related sites indicate that shutting off vents (“registers” in the industry parlance) can potentially damage your unit because it adds stress to you unit and duct work since it increases pressure. … --- ## [What does "Heat, Central Air Included" mean regarding a condo unit?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-heat-central-air-included-mean-regarding-a-condo-unit/1004993)
**Author:** [@pkbites](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pkbites)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 4:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-heat-central-air-included-mean-regarding-a-condo-unit/1004993 "2024-08-02T04:42:05Z")
My daughter and her boyfriend bought a condo a while back (Still can’t get a live person at the mortgage company!) Part of the HOA fees are to include Water, hot water, heat, and central air. What exactly does that mea… --- ## [MLB-July 2024](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-july-2024/1003558)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 2:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-july-2024/1003558 "2024-08-02T02:20:42Z")
Is it time to call the Craig Counsell experiment in Chicago a failure? Yes, the Cubs have had a lot of injuries but this team has too much talent to be a last place team. --- ## [Bob vs The Laser](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bob-vs-the-laser/1005091)
**Author:** [@Derleth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Derleth)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 1:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bob-vs-the-laser/1005091 "2024-08-02T01:52:54Z")
This is a story of what happens when an idiot gets a good idea. It’s from the website Funranium Labs, created by health physicist Phil Broughton who has had an interesting life, especially as it relates to ionizing radi… --- ## [SageRat Discussion re Proposed Changes to be Made to the Supreme Court](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sagerat-discussion-re-proposed-changes-to-be-made-to-the-supreme-court/1004970)
**Author:** [@Sage\_Rat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sage_Rat)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2024, 11:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sagerat-discussion-re-proposed-changes-to-be-made-to-the-supreme-court/1004970 "2024-08-01T23:17:17Z")
I’d also like to note that there should be a system put in place to ensure that justices can be nominated and approved in a timely manner. For example (and only for example - I’m not presuming this to be a perfect or so… --- ## [Should Dems make the secret documents at Mar a Lago a major issue?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-dems-make-the-secret-documents-at-mar-a-lago-a-major-issue/1004616)
**Author:** [@chappachula](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chappachula)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2024, 10:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-dems-make-the-secret-documents-at-mar-a-lago-a-major-issue/1004616 "2024-08-01T22:21:47Z")
Everybody saw the pictures of boxes stacked in Trump’s bathroom. Should the Democrats publicize them as part of their campaign? Obviously, the docs are top secret. But a general description of their content is of legiti… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=507) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=509)