# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=75&state=muted [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 76 --- ## [Can a Southern Baptist congregation ordain a woman?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-a-southern-baptist-congregation-ordain-a-woman/479472)
**Author:** [@Frylock](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Frylock)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 7:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-a-southern-baptist-congregation-ordain-a-woman/479472 "2026-06-11T19:54:13Z")
The SBC is against the ordination of women. But it also affirms the autonomy of its local congregations. What does this autonomy amount to? Can a local congregation ordain a woman and still be a member of the SBC? -FrL- … --- ## [Kim Davis asks Supreme Court to overturn gay marriage ruling of 2015](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kim-davis-asks-supreme-court-to-overturn-gay-marriage-ruling-of-2015/1021943)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 357\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 7:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kim-davis-asks-supreme-court-to-overturn-gay-marriage-ruling-of-2015/1021943 "2026-06-11T19:08:06Z")
Kentucky clerk Kim Davis, who was sanctioned for refusing to grant same-sex marriage licenses some years ago, is now petitioning the Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, the landmark ruling that legalized same… --- ## [So I did a thing (Dog adoption)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-i-did-a-thing-dog-adoption/1030531)
**Author:** [@StGermain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StGermain)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-i-did-a-thing-dog-adoption/1030531 "2026-06-11T17:41:30Z")
My niece called and said the mother of a patient in their clinic had a 2 year old doberman, and it was just too much work for her and the dog needed a new home. The dog was overweight and just kept as an outside dog, wit… --- ## [Dealing with a Problem Bear](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dealing-with-a-problem-bear/1030757)
**Author:** [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 5:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dealing-with-a-problem-bear/1030757 "2026-06-11T17:07:14Z")
My wife and I live in Black Mountain, North Carolina. We are used to seeing black bear around here and usually have several dozen sightings of them every summer in our yard, on nearby roadsides and elsewhere around the a… --- ## [Dopers whom you have never met, but would like to](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-whom-you-have-never-met-but-would-like-to/1030346)
**Author:** [@Spoons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spoons)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-whom-you-have-never-met-but-would-like-to/1030346 "2026-06-11T15:52:33Z")
We’re a nice community here, and many of us have met other Dopers IRL. But who would you like to meet in person, if you could? For me, the list would include: @LSLGuy . Great source on aviation, and though I cannot f… --- ## [WAAAHHH! I can’t find the recipe I like! Help!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/waaahhh-i-can-t-find-the-recipe-i-like-help/1030769)
**Author:** [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 3:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/waaahhh-i-can-t-find-the-recipe-i-like-help/1030769 "2026-06-11T15:32:48Z")
There’s a recipe for red beans and rice with andouille sausage that I’ve made a couple of times for my meal prep, but I stupidly neglected to bookmark the URL or copy it to my notes. It calls for dried red beans (not ki… --- ## [What Pew Political Type are You? Which type is the best type?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-pew-political-type-are-you-which-type-is-the-best-type/1030558)
**Author:** [@Measure\_for\_Measure](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Measure_for_Measure)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 3:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-pew-political-type-are-you-which-type-is-the-best-type/1030558 "2026-06-11T15:22:33Z")
And why is this typology terrible? Continuing the discussion from Fuck the leftist purists: Pew revises their typology every few years. Take the quiz and find out your category: The best category is the one that I’m… --- ## [Suing to stop an event planned for a specific date](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suing-to-stop-an-event-planned-for-a-specific-date/1030781)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suing-to-stop-an-event-planned-for-a-specific-date/1030781 "2026-06-11T14:46:37Z")
Let’s say that an event is schedule for, oh I dunno, April 20, 2027. If someone has (or believes they have) legal standing, and grounds, to sue to stop it, is there a deadline before which it’s too late to sue? I ask be… --- ## [Taco Trail from Hell (in 3D)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/taco-trail-from-hell-in-3d/1030820)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 2:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/taco-trail-from-hell-in-3d/1030820 "2026-06-11T14:06:47Z")
I was driving through Connecticut recently and at a rest stop I perused the wall full of brochures for local attractions. I was surprised at all the “Trails” they had. A lot of states have “wine trails” – routes you can … --- ## [The Omnibus Cruise Thread: your experiences, pros & cons, tips & tricks, favorites, etc](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-omnibus-cruise-thread-your-experiences-pros-cons-tips-tricks-favorites-etc/1030810)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 2:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-omnibus-cruise-thread-your-experiences-pros-cons-tips-tricks-favorites-etc/1030810 "2026-06-11T14:03:45Z")
My first cruise was in February 1996 aboard Carnival Sensation, 'twas a college graduation gift for me and a high school graduation gift for my brother (he was never going to go to college lol), along with my parents. Th… --- ## [Swift Boating 2026 edition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/swift-boating-2026-edition/1030811)
**Author:** [@China\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/China_Guy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 12:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/swift-boating-2026-edition/1030811 "2026-06-11T12:06:45Z")
This could be an interesting topic as both James Platner and James Talarico (and I’m sure more) seem to be targeted with rumor mongering, throwing mud on the wall to see what sticks, controversy amplification, at a minim… --- ## [Navy Ship Designation - ESB Ships](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/navy-ship-designation-esb-ships/1030812)
**Author:** [@19USMC69](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/19USMC69)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 11:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/navy-ship-designation-esb-ships/1030812 "2026-06-11T11:06:01Z")
Some of these ships are designated USNS and some are USS. I could be mistaken, but I thought all were commissioned as USNS. And as far as I know there were no modifications prior to be redesignated USS. All this said, … --- ## [Sorting through Medicare: what a fucking pain in the motherfucking ass](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sorting-through-medicare-what-a-fucking-pain-in-the-motherfucking-ass/1030437)
**Author:** [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 8:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sorting-through-medicare-what-a-fucking-pain-in-the-motherfucking-ass/1030437 "2026-06-11T08:46:35Z")
No question here (or only rhetorical ones). I’M JUST VENTING. I’M GOING THROUGH THIS SHIT NOW WHAT A FPITA Maybe this should be in The Pit? I turn 65 next month. Medicare kicks in on Monday. I have my card, I have m… --- ## [Kentucky Derby 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kentucky-derby-2026/1029616)
**Author:** [@Spoons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spoons)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 7:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kentucky-derby-2026/1029616 "2026-06-11T07:33:10Z")
Right now, Renegade is the morning line favourite at 4/1. And he did do a great win in the Arkansas Derby, about a month ago, so should be ready to run. But his post position–Number 1, on the rail, will make it difficu… --- ## [What's the deal with this portable hard drive?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-deal-with-this-portable-hard-drive/1030753)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 3:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-deal-with-this-portable-hard-drive/1030753 "2026-06-11T03:24:30Z")
I want to buy a portable hard drive which I can plug in to my laptop so I can back up files. The prices seem to have gone up since the last time I bought one. Which is why I was surprised to see this offer: A 16TB dr… --- ## [Doctor Who season two (a/k/a season 15) spoilers OK after airing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-season-two-a-k-a-season-15-spoilers-ok-after-airing/1016923)
**Author:** [@N9IWP](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/N9IWP)\ **Replies:** 112\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 12:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-season-two-a-k-a-season-15-spoilers-ok-after-airing/1016923 "2026-06-11T00:31:21Z")
If we include the original, arguably season 41. This is the thread to discuss the 2025 Doctor Who episodes. Episode 1 airs Saturday, April 12 (12:00 a.m. PDT / 3:00 a.m. EDT) I say open spoilers are OK after airing - i… --- ## [Is it normal to have a sinking feeling in chest while riding an extreme roller coaster?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-normal-to-have-a-sinking-feeling-in-chest-while-riding-an-extreme-roller-coaster/1030733)
**Author:** [@Asuka](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asuka)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 10:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-normal-to-have-a-sinking-feeling-in-chest-while-riding-an-extreme-roller-coaster/1030733 "2026-06-10T22:54:11Z")
Been riding roller coasters all my life despite having a major fear of heights. My thing though that’s happened all my life is on the ones with deep dives I get a really bad sinking feeling in my chest, like to the point… --- ## [Prediction time: Will Elder Scrolls VI come out for the PS5 or PS6?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prediction-time-will-elder-scrolls-vi-come-out-for-the-ps5-or-ps6/853605)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 10:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prediction-time-will-elder-scrolls-vi-come-out-for-the-ps5-or-ps6/853605 "2026-06-10T22:38:16Z")
It is many years away, apparently. With all the money Skyrim made, I’m surprised they didn’t kick into ES6 more quickly. Apparently, they focused on Starfield, which also has no release date or any information out there. … --- ## [If you use Linux, watch this now, before June 24!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-use-linux-watch-this-now-before-june-24/1030743)
**Author:** [@davidm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/davidm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 10:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-use-linux-watch-this-now-before-june-24/1030743 "2026-06-10T22:17:16Z")
Windows Secure Boot Kills Linux on June 24th! (YouTube video) --- ## [Election of a new Governor of California, 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/election-of-a-new-governor-of-california-2026/1028986)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 327\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 8:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/election-of-a-new-governor-of-california-2026/1028986 "2026-06-10T20:39:39Z")
Surprised there isn’t already a thread. The Wikl article: 2026 California gubernatorial election - Wikipedia Hadn’t thought of this, from CNN: California’s good government dream has a nightmare flaw for state Democrat… --- ## [Selling military surplus arms in the US](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/selling-military-surplus-arms-in-the-us/1030692)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/selling-military-surplus-arms-in-the-us/1030692 "2026-06-10T17:56:02Z")
This subject was raised in another thread I started about buying parts from France. The sale of milsurps in the US is a huge business and there are plenty of collectors eager to buy exotic, ancient weapons. Ancient being… --- ## [What should I do with some unwearable clothing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-some-unwearable-clothing/1030770)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 4:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-some-unwearable-clothing/1030770 "2026-06-10T16:50:00Z")
I’m clearing out the back room. I have a pile of old clothes. I’m sorting out the stuff that is wearable and I’ll donate that to a thrift store. But what do I do with old clothing that has holes in it and is no longer w… --- ## [Shit, Anthony Stewart Head has died {Giles on Buffy and much else}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shit-anthony-stewart-head-has-died-giles-on-buffy-and-much-else/1030639)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 3:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shit-anthony-stewart-head-has-died-giles-on-buffy-and-much-else/1030639 "2026-06-10T15:33:49Z")
https://collider.com/anthony-head-dead-at-72-buffy-the-vampire-slayer-ted-lasso/ --- ## [Who Pays for Security?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-pays-for-security/1030667)
**Author:** [@Paul\_was\_in\_Saudi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Paul_was_in_Saudi)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 12:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-pays-for-security/1030667 "2026-06-10T12:32:20Z")
Over here is a news story about the upcoming Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce wedding. The New York City police are (oddly) complaining it would be a security nightmare. Along the same lines many Canadians said they were oppos… --- ## [Bump This Thread!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bump-this-thread/968522)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 394\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bump-this-thread/968522 "2026-06-10T03:58:58Z")
I could not help noticing how lousy many of you are at directions… Tell you not to bump a thread and it somehow persists years later. Bump this thread! (Unless you are too passive aggressive and think you’re rebellious… --- ## [Who greenlighted this cinematic shitshow?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-greenlighted-this-cinematic-shitshow/1029703)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 309\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 11:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-greenlighted-this-cinematic-shitshow/1029703 "2026-06-09T23:59:41Z")
Not movies that are poorly made, but ones where the very concept and/or stars made you think, well…just look at the title. First up is Moment By Moment with Lily Tomlin with all humor and sarcasm removed, and John Travo… --- ## [How many superhumans would you need to conquer the US?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-superhumans-would-you-need-to-conquer-the-us/1030709)
**Author:** [@Cmyers1980](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cmyers1980)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-superhumans-would-you-need-to-conquer-the-us/1030709 "2026-06-09T23:13:54Z")
How many of these superhumans would be needed to forcefully conquer the US as soon as possible in 2026? The superhumans have super strength (10 tons), durability (it takes a 20mm armor piercing projectile to seriously i… --- ## [Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's engagement](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jason-statham-and-rosie-huntington-whiteleys-engagement/1030776)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 9:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jason-statham-and-rosie-huntington-whiteleys-engagement/1030776 "2026-06-09T21:03:18Z")
Not one of the burning issues of the day but I’m curious. Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have been a couple since 2010. They announced they were engaged in 2016. It’s ten years later. They’re still a coupl… --- ## [Egg on your face!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/egg-on-your-face/1030730)
**Author:** [@chela](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chela)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/egg-on-your-face/1030730 "2026-06-09T20:18:49Z")
How did it happen to you? It happened to me thankfully no injuries because it was hot egg on my face, in my hair with egg chunks on the counter. I took from the fridge a leftover previously poached egg to reheat in the… --- ## [How Devastating Are Data Centers to the Local Population?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-devastating-are-data-centers-to-the-local-population/1030106)
**Author:** [@Odesio](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Odesio)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 6:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-devastating-are-data-centers-to-the-local-population/1030106 "2026-06-09T18:42:09Z")
The construction of data centers are a contentious issue because operating them consumes an inordinate amount of water and energy. A working data center may place a strain on the local power supply, raising the cost of … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=74&state=muted) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=76&state=muted)