# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=6&state=muted [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 7 --- ## [The Great SDMB Movie Poll Round 3](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-great-sdmb-movie-poll-round-3/1033520)
**Author:** [@Thumper668](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Thumper668)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-great-sdmb-movie-poll-round-3/1033520 "2026-10-05T16:45:45Z")
Round 3 consists of the Winners of Round 2B versus the Losers of Round 2A. poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll poll … --- ## [Why does Walmart allow service vendors to set up in the main aisles?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-walmart-allow-service-vendors-to-set-up-in-the-main-aisles/1033312)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-walmart-allow-service-vendors-to-set-up-in-the-main-aisles/1033312 "2026-10-05T16:23:53Z")
“Sir, sir - what cable company do you have” Damn, I will go through the women’s clothing section to avoid those salesmen. --- ## [Smoky beans recipe](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smoky-beans-recipe/1033522)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smoky-beans-recipe/1033522 "2026-10-05T16:22:46Z")
I recently got a Weber Smokey Mountain smoker. We’ve likely only got a few suitable weekends left before rainy/cold fall weather arrives. I’d like to make some smoky beans. I’ll likely smoke a whole chicken at the same t… --- ## [For volcano watchers - maybe you'll get lucky! {Kilauea may be erupting}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-volcano-watchers-maybe-youll-get-lucky-kilauea-may-be-erupting/989665)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 707\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-volcano-watchers-maybe-youll-get-lucky-kilauea-may-be-erupting/989665 "2026-10-05T16:09:00Z")
Kīlauea Volcano is showing signs of unrest as I write this - the daily update reads, on September 5, 2023: The seismic and tilt data indicate that Kīlauea’s summit is becoming increasingly pressurized. Similar episodes … --- ## [Brazilian Election](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/brazilian-election/1033583)
**Author:** [@PhillyGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PhillyGuy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/brazilian-election/1033583 "2026-10-05T16:00:05Z")
Results of today’s elections are coming in quickly: The Guardian: Brazil presidential election 2026: first-round live results --- ## [Widow's Bay -- new series on Apple TV](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/widows-bay-new-series-on-apple-tv/1029649)
**Author:** [@iiandyiiii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iiandyiiii)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/widows-bay-new-series-on-apple-tv/1029649 "2026-10-05T14:55:27Z")
This is a fantastic new show that just came out. Horror comedy, or comedic horror… a bit of Stephen King, a bit of Lovecraft, a bit of Twin Peaks, a bit of Donald Glover’s show Atlanta, but really fantastic so far. Matth… --- ## [Time again for a Daylight Saving thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-again-for-a-daylight-saving-thread/1015394)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 220\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-again-for-a-daylight-saving-thread/1015394 "2026-10-05T14:26:26Z")
Rather than resurrecting any number of zombies, lets discuss Daylight Saving Time NO S!. It is not Daylight Savings It is such an antiquated idea. We have electric lights now for the evenings. Someone here, ca… --- ## [What a bunch of baloney!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-a-bunch-of-baloney/1033543)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-a-bunch-of-baloney/1033543 "2026-10-05T14:13:09Z")
There are flavors of bologna available-garlic, smokey, sweet etc., but I want y’all to come up with bologna flavors that you honestly think might taste good. Neapolitan bologna loaf, anyone? :grin: --- ## [I've started recording tracks again](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ive-started-recording-tracks-again/1033197)
**Author:** [@AHunter3](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/AHunter3)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ive-started-recording-tracks-again/1033197 "2026-10-05T14:08:59Z")
Between 2017 and 2020 I recorded 12 of my own pieces (piano or piano/vocal) as a playlist, modern equivalent of an album. Hadn’t done any since (focused on writing books and being an author) but our choir declared in fa… --- ## [Why 3 different milks in Tres Leche cake?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-3-different-milks-in-tres-leche-cake/1033577)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 12:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-3-different-milks-in-tres-leche-cake/1033577 "2026-10-05T12:40:00Z")
A search shows that after sweetened condensed milk was introduced to South America in the late 1800s they soaked cake in it. But it would seem that that is the basic taste of the sauce. If you want it thinner, add milk. … --- ## [If the sun can radiate heat into space, why is this a problem for data centers in space?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-the-sun-can-radiate-heat-into-space-why-is-this-a-problem-for-data-centers-in-space/1033454)
**Author:** [@RTFirefly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RTFirefly)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 12:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-the-sun-can-radiate-heat-into-space-why-is-this-a-problem-for-data-centers-in-space/1033454 "2026-10-05T12:36:05Z")
The consensus I’ve heard on AI data centers in space is that cooling them is going to be next to impossible, since they’re in a vacuum. And sure, the vacuum of space isn’t really cold, it just doesn’t have any temperatu… --- ## [Why are appliance water filters so expensive?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-appliance-water-filters-so-expensive/1033290)
**Author:** [@CookingWithGas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CookingWithGas)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 12:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-appliance-water-filters-so-expensive/1033290 "2026-10-05T12:33:07Z")
I have a hot water dispenser for my kitchen sink that needs to be replaced (dispenses 200°F water on demand). The Insinkerator brand offers a water filter “system” for over $120. The system is just a cap with the hose fi… --- ## [Rules for the "Traitors' game on TV](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rules-for-the-traitors-game-on-tv/1033559)
**Author:** [@glee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/glee)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 10:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rules-for-the-traitors-game-on-tv/1033559 "2026-10-05T10:53:19Z")
I enjoy watching the ‘Traitors’ game (there are versions in several countries including the UK and the USA.) The latest is a BBC celebrity version: The Celebrity Traitors - BBC iPlayer Now the Traitors are occasionall… --- ## [Living on a Cruise Ship](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/living-on-a-cruise-ship/1033578)
**Author:** [@aruvqan\_myers](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aruvqan_myers)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 10:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/living-on-a-cruise-ship/1033578 "2026-10-05T10:49:32Z")
So I was randomly cycling youtube videos, and one about the vessel The World \[ um, a cruise ship of purchased apartments done condo style\] and I was wondering if one could buy one’s own starlink and provide ones own inte… --- ## [A question about Christian religions that believe a Rapture is coming](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-question-about-christian-religions-that-believe-a-rapture-is-coming/1033261)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 7:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-question-about-christian-religions-that-believe-a-rapture-is-coming/1033261 "2026-10-05T07:43:24Z")
For Christian religions that believe the Rapture is a real thing, what, if anything, is said about the rest of the universe and the other entities that occupy it? Does the whole thing go away? Are the others leaving on… --- ## [Who's missing that you really want to see on the Board?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whos-missing-that-you-really-want-to-see-on-the-board/914010)
**Author:** [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Replies:** 1246\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 4:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whos-missing-that-you-really-want-to-see-on-the-board/914010 "2026-10-05T04:16:20Z")
Title says it all. --- ## [(Old) It's Time For A New MMP](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-its-time-for-a-new-mmp/1033440)
**Author:** [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Replies:** 287\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 3:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-its-time-for-a-new-mmp/1033440 "2026-10-05T03:23:11Z")
Good Mornin’ Y’all! Up and caffeinatin’. YAWN 'Tis 57 Amurrkin out and clear with a predicted high of 86 and sunny, but will be cloudy late afternoon. I am still a bit sinusy, though I feel better today. 'Twill be a good… --- ## [Place names as first names](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/place-names-as-first-names/1033562)
**Author:** [@Tusculan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tusculan)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 3:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/place-names-as-first-names/1033562 "2026-10-05T03:11:02Z")
I just learned there is a violinist called Geneva Lewis. This spurred the idle thought that there are other place names have been used as first names. Sienna, Florence, Paris spring to mind. Do you know others? Are they … --- ## [AI song generator](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ai-song-generator/1033579)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ai-song-generator/1033579 "2026-10-05T02:57:52Z")
Over a hundred years ago James Whitcomb Riley wrote the poem Little Orphant Annie. Just for the fun of it, I pasted the first verse into an AI generator and it came out so well, I wish I had pasted the whole poem in. I t… --- ## [Looking to recreate the ring worn by The Shadow, either books, or movies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-to-recreate-the-ring-worn-by-the-shadow-either-books-or-movies/1033584)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-to-recreate-the-ring-worn-by-the-shadow-either-books-or-movies/1033584 "2026-10-05T02:53:49Z")
Our 40th (ruby) anniversary is coming up next year, and we are looking to recreate the ring worn by The Shadow. Any help/suggestions would be appreciated. --- ## [Blood at 35,000 feet: possible hijacking attempt on flight to Israel](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blood-at-35-000-feet-possible-hijacking-attempt-on-flight-to-israel/1033484)
**Author:** [@Alessan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alessan)\ **Replies:** 153\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 1:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blood-at-35-000-feet-possible-hijacking-attempt-on-flight-to-israel/1033484 "2026-10-05T01:59:23Z")
I posted this in the Aviation thread, but I think it deserves a thread of its own. A FlyDubai flight took off from the UAE early this morning on its way to Tel Aviv, and as it approached Jordanian airspace, it sent out … --- ## [Fabric softener/conditioner...yes/no?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fabric-softener-conditioner-yes-no/779962)
**Author:** [@kambuckta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kambuckta)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 12:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fabric-softener-conditioner-yes-no/779962 "2026-10-05T00:27:11Z")
I’ve always been a regular washing powder/liquid and hang the clothes on the outdoor line sort of gal, but recently (after being persuaded by the telly advertisements) decided to try a fabric softener. I was extremely u… --- ## [Monthly Photo Competition #47 – October, 2026 – “Look Up!”](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-47-october-2026-look-up/1033513)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 12:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monthly-photo-competition-47-october-2026-look-up/1033513 "2026-10-05T00:21:09Z")
Monthly Photo Competition #47 – October, 2026 – “Look Up!” This is the monthly photo competition thread for October, 2026. The topic this month is “Look Up!” chosen by Twoflower. One entry per person per month. In this… --- ## [How would you describe an orgasm (not seeking sex stories!)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-describe-an-orgasm-not-seeking-sex-stories/1033186)
**Author:** [@Moriarty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Moriarty)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-describe-an-orgasm-not-seeking-sex-stories/1033186 "2026-10-04T23:34:51Z")
This is not meant to be a lurid thread. I’m not trying to solicit stories of how you got to the moment. Rather, I’m curious about the limits of language. and variations in subjective experiences. An orgasm is often to… --- ## [Trump is dying](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-is-dying/1022520)
**Author:** [@DWMarch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DWMarch)\ **Replies:** 3849\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 11:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-is-dying/1022520 "2026-10-04T23:33:53Z")
Starting this thread in the Pit as I imagine there is little substantive discussion to be had and most of the commentary will be along the lines of wishing Trump a swift journey to Hell. First and foremost, apologies if… --- ## [Ripped from Today's Headlines!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ripped-from-todays-headlines/1033527)
**Author:** [@Horatio\_Hellpop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Horatio_Hellpop)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ripped-from-todays-headlines/1033527 "2026-10-04T22:45:36Z")
I was looking for a thread on the Cornell fraternity rape news story, and realized there is no longer a group/thread category covering that kind of story. I propose a new one called “Ripped from Today’s Headlines!” --- ## [When Did / Will the Astros Outlive the Cheatstros Label for You](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-will-the-astros-outlive-the-cheatstros-label-for-you/1033519)
**Author:** [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-will-the-astros-outlive-the-cheatstros-label-for-you/1033519 "2026-10-04T22:45:32Z")
Continuing the discussion from MLB Playoffs 2026 (incl. World Series): I have a generic baseball fan question. I’m not taking any position on it, at least not yet. But I’m just curious what y’all think: The Astros che… --- ## [Championship or playoff games you have been to](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/championship-or-playoff-games-you-have-been-to/1033553)
**Author:** [@Loach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Loach)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/championship-or-playoff-games-you-have-been-to/1033553 "2026-10-04T22:41:29Z")
Here we are in the middle of the baseball postseason. It got me wondering who has been to these games in person. Although I would love to go see more Yankee postseason games I’ve only been to two. It was supposed to be … --- ## [Brazil Elections](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/brazil-elections/1033582)
**Author:** [@PhillyGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PhillyGuy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/brazil-elections/1033582 "2026-10-04T22:27:15Z")
Results are coming in quickly and can be watched here: --- ## [Character Names you love](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/character-names-you-love/1014138)
**Author:** [@Telemark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Telemark)\ **Replies:** 231\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/character-names-you-love/1014138 "2026-10-04T22:25:09Z")
We last did this back in 2009 but many new characters have been created since then. I’ll start - Duke Caboom from Toy Story 4 Also, “Snake” Plissken from Escape from New York. I can’t believe I didn’t mention this in t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=5&state=muted) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=7&state=muted)