# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=788 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 789 --- ## [Very Cool Charts (Also learn Morse Code!)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/very-cool-charts-also-learn-morse-code/986749)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/very-cool-charts-also-learn-morse-code/986749 "2023-07-08T01:29:06Z")
I’m a huge fan of good graphic design. I thought that lots of these graphs and maps are very cool, --- ## [Dr. Seuss' Dark Art](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-seuss-dark-art/986709)
**Author:** [@EnolaStraight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EnolaStraight)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 1:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-seuss-dark-art/986709 "2023-07-08T01:19:19Z")
The Secret Darker Art of Dr. Seuss - YouTube Maybe rated PG-13 instead of G, but still… --- ## [The new Master of Magic is pretty greatvid](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-master-of-magic-is-pretty-greatvid/986745)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 10:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-master-of-magic-is-pretty-greatvid/986745 "2023-07-07T22:24:27Z")
Back in the day I had played the crap out of Master of Orion and Master of Magic. I saw that a new version of the latter had come out recently so I gave it a shot. I like it a lot. It’s a pretty faithful recreation (at l… --- ## [Can someone be court-martialed when they're no longer in the military?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-someone-be-court-martialed-when-theyre-no-longer-in-the-military/986736)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 12:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-someone-be-court-martialed-when-theyre-no-longer-in-the-military/986736 "2023-07-08T00:20:26Z")
Say someone commits a crime in the military (such as embezzlement/theft/bribery whatever) but this doesn’t come to light until long after they’ve been (honorably) discharged from the military. If that person is a civilia… --- ## [Alan Arkin has passed {June 29, 2023}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alan-arkin-has-passed-june-29-2023/986352)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 11:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alan-arkin-has-passed-june-29-2023/986352 "2023-07-07T23:26:57Z")
He was 89. --- ## [Who was the biggest bitch (male or female) in Hollywood history?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-biggest-bitch-male-or-female-in-hollywood-history/226108)
**Author:** [@Sampiro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sampiro)\ **Replies:** 154\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 10:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-biggest-bitch-male-or-female-in-hollywood-history/226108 "2023-07-07T22:36:03Z")
Bitch is used here in a unisex tone for anybody who is a self-absorbed, obnoxious, thoroughly unlikable, miserable and vicious personality, regardless of personality, gender or sexual orientation. By “in Hollywood histo… --- ## [“The State of the Navy” (US, The View From “60 Minutes”)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-state-of-the-navy-us-the-view-from-60-minutes/986471)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 10:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-state-of-the-navy-us-the-view-from-60-minutes/986471 "2023-07-07T22:34:41Z")
I was watching a 60 Minutes report on the US Navy tonight. Very interesting, but being a “bear of little brain” it made me think of several questions. A case was made for increasing naval funding based on the decreas… --- ## [Has patriotism changed over time?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-patriotism-changed-over-time/986593)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 10:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-patriotism-changed-over-time/986593 "2023-07-07T22:14:51Z")
This article basically says patriotism is a positive, optimistic view of one’s country. It implies this has been replaced by nationalism, which is more political. Is this a fair description? Is it true? If so, wh… --- ## [Is it possible to change a negative review (that you gave to someone else) on eBay?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-possible-to-change-a-negative-review-that-you-gave-to-someone-else-on-ebay/986742)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-possible-to-change-a-negative-review-that-you-gave-to-someone-else-on-ebay/986742 "2023-07-07T22:09:18Z")
I have come to believe that I was hasty about something, and I would like to alter my review from negative to (at least) neutral, and especially to change what I said. This does not seem possible to do, which is unfortun… --- ## [The most quintessentially moment of Americana](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-quintessentially-moment-of-americana/986536)
**Author:** [@jsc1953](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jsc1953)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 8:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-quintessentially-moment-of-americana/986536 "2023-07-07T20:42:46Z")
…when the piccolos solo in John Philip Sousa “Stars and Stripes Forever”, and the audience cheers. Every time. Everybody loves it- cities and farms, coast to coast, mountains to prairies. It’s apolitical, non-militaris… --- ## [Recommend spy novels](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-spy-novels/986735)
**Author:** [@Kelevra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kelevra)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 8:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-spy-novels/986735 "2023-07-07T20:26:42Z")
Back in college in the late 80’s I read a lot of spy novels. The cold war was a great time for that genre. I worked at a library and read everything from The Man from U.N.C.L.E. to Robert Ludlum to Tom Clancy and prett… --- ## [Do you have the anatomical gifts to be a champion hot dog eater? (and other questions)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-the-anatomical-gifts-to-be-a-champion-hot-dog-eater-and-other-questions/986525)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 8:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-the-anatomical-gifts-to-be-a-champion-hot-dog-eater-and-other-questions/986525 "2023-07-07T20:04:52Z")
Every year there is another article on Chestnut, Kobayashi or champion frankfurter “gurgitators”. They usually talk technique, like dunking food in water. But this article discusses the anatomical chops of a champion: … --- ## [Best surviving Android app for reddit](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-surviving-android-app-for-reddit/986383)
**Author:** [@iiandyiiii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iiandyiiii)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 7:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-surviving-android-app-for-reddit/986383 "2023-07-07T19:53:13Z")
I don’t fully understand all the reddit API stuff, but whatever the details, sadly, my only reddit app, Reddit is Fun, is defunct. What options remain for Android, and are any of them nearly as good as RiF? Everything I … --- ## [Best single lines of dialogue from artistic works](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-single-lines-of-dialogue-from-artistic-works/980111)
**Author:** [@terentii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/terentii)\ **Replies:** 161\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 6:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-single-lines-of-dialogue-from-artistic-works/980111 "2023-07-07T18:08:21Z")
Sharona Fleming in the pilot for Monk, in reference to politicians: I never vote. It just encourages them. --- ## [How to embed a signature in the bottom of a post](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-embed-a-signature-in-the-bottom-of-a-post/986656)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-embed-a-signature-in-the-bottom-of-a-post/986656 "2023-07-07T17:26:43Z")
I’m a 99er. Been away for a while- but was still posting after this current regime and format took control. I cannot find how to create a signature to my posts. Poked around some but haven’t seen the instructions. Are … --- ## [Accounting/tax question regarding insurance payout to a minor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/accounting-tax-question-regarding-insurance-payout-to-a-minor/986696)
**Author:** [@Southern\_Yankee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Southern_Yankee)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 5:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/accounting-tax-question-regarding-insurance-payout-to-a-minor/986696 "2023-07-07T17:00:00Z")
I have a friend who’s ex-husband passed away. They have a child (now 16) and the child is the beneficiary on the ex-husband’s life insurance policy. The amount is roughly $250,000. My friend is trying to understand the… --- ## [Term for last two digits of the year](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/term-for-last-two-digits-of-the-year/986711)
**Author:** [@wolfman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 4:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/term-for-last-two-digits-of-the-year/986711 "2023-07-07T16:53:15Z")
I remember from y2k fix programming there is a name for the last to digits of the year. for example ‘99’ from 1899 or ‘23’ from 2023.,or even ‘69’ from 169. But I cannot think of it. All I can come up with modulus ,… --- ## [ID this snake (southern Washington)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/id-this-snake-southern-washington/986253)
**Author:** [@TroutMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TroutMan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/id-this-snake-southern-washington/986253 "2023-07-07T16:30:37Z")
We spotted this snake on a hike in Washington in the Columbia Gorge. I think it’s either a western rattlesnake or a nightsnake. I’m leaning toward nightsnake because of the dark patches behind its eyes, and because every… --- ## [Have you seen much proof pinball and arcade games are “coming back”?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-seen-much-proof-pinball-and-arcade-games-are-coming-back/984055)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-seen-much-proof-pinball-and-arcade-games-are-coming-back/984055 "2023-07-07T15:03:17Z")
It makes sense from a nostalgia view and this article is interesting. But is it true where you live? Do you see local pinball or Frogger tournaments? --- ## [The New Dungeons and Dragons Movie Might Actually be Good? {NO SPOILERS until May 2023}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-dungeons-and-dragons-movie-might-actually-be-good-no-spoilers-until-may-2023/968344)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 288\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-new-dungeons-and-dragons-movie-might-actually-be-good-no-spoilers-until-may-2023/968344 "2023-07-07T14:02:39Z")
The trailer is promising. Basically a Fantasy Guardians of the Galaxy. --- ## [Bringing a human baby here from 50,000 years ago](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bringing-a-human-baby-here-from-50-000-years-ago/986650)
**Author:** [@Knighted\_Vorpal\_Sword](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Knighted_Vorpal_Sword)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 11:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bringing-a-human-baby-here-from-50-000-years-ago/986650 "2023-07-07T11:57:15Z")
Suppose I jump into my handy dandy time machine and whirl back 50,000 years ago. I walk around a bit, pick up what seems like a healthy baby, and bring it back to 2023. Would there be any major differences between the ba… --- ## [Companies renting out space on public beaches](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/companies-renting-out-space-on-public-beaches/986692)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 11:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/companies-renting-out-space-on-public-beaches/986692 "2023-07-07T11:49:00Z")
I’m on vacation and I saw for the first time in my life companies not just renting out beach equipment, like umbrellas and chairs, but setting it up for you as well. Seems like a very convenient service. But it also mea… --- ## [Philippines rebranding gets off to a rocky start](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philippines-rebranding-gets-off-to-a-rocky-start/986507)
**Author:** [@Terminus\_Est](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Terminus_Est)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 7:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philippines-rebranding-gets-off-to-a-rocky-start/986507 "2023-07-07T07:20:44Z")
Last week, the Department of Tourism here in the Philippines decided to drop their (highly successful) slogan “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” in favor of a new slogan “Love the Philippines” complete with a slickly-pro… --- ## [Does Anybody Know Anything About Elio Motors New 3 Wheeled Car?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anybody-know-anything-about-elio-motors-new-3-wheeled-car/728223)
**Author:** [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 6:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anybody-know-anything-about-elio-motors-new-3-wheeled-car/728223 "2023-07-07T06:39:06Z")
A link– 84 MPG, $6,800 base. http://www.eliomotors.com/features/#the-4-musts It seems like there is no car, yet. It also seems like this would be IDEAL CAR FOR ME, if it pans out! Input from Dopers who know? --- ## [How much time do you spend preparing and eating an average meal](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-time-do-you-spend-preparing-and-eating-an-average-meal/986455)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 5:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-time-do-you-spend-preparing-and-eating-an-average-meal/986455 "2023-07-07T05:10:22Z")
In another thread, some posters described what impressed me as pretty elaborate procedures for making a sandwich. Which got me wondering how much time people spend preparing and eating an average meal. By “average meal… --- ## [Baked potato as the main entree of the meal. What are the best toppings?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baked-potato-as-the-main-entree-of-the-meal-what-are-the-best-toppings/986462)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 4:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baked-potato-as-the-main-entree-of-the-meal-what-are-the-best-toppings/986462 "2023-07-07T04:53:59Z")
My son wants to try this. The best I can come up with is taco meat and taco type toppings. You guys got any better ideas? Thanks --- ## [(Old) A Drinking Problem in the MMP](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-a-drinking-problem-in-the-mmp/986111)
**Author:** [@scareyfaerie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scareyfaerie)\ **Replies:** 343\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 1:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-a-drinking-problem-in-the-mmp/986111 "2023-07-07T01:41:56Z")
Morning, mumpers! 17c/62f with a predicted high of 19c/66f today and cloudy. Weather app says “If this weather was soup, it would be broccoli fart chowder with corn and bacon.” I’m not sure if that’s good or bad! It’… --- ## [Traveling to Maine in spring. Need advice](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/traveling-to-maine-in-spring-need-advice/986038)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 9:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/traveling-to-maine-in-spring-need-advice/986038 "2023-07-06T21:03:12Z")
Just two full days not counting travel. The wife wants to see some New England towns so I was thinking flying to Portland and staying in Bar Harbor. The next day seeing Acadia NP (how long should I plan to stay?) the… --- ## [Miranda Sings controversy, or how I learn to suspect that I'm growing out of touch](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/miranda-sings-controversy-or-how-i-learn-to-suspect-that-im-growing-out-of-touch/986510)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 7:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/miranda-sings-controversy-or-how-i-learn-to-suspect-that-im-growing-out-of-touch/986510 "2023-07-06T19:04:56Z")
Colleen Ballinger, aka Miranda Sings, has been in the news lately. First for a takedown published in Rolling Stone back in June, and more prominently for an absolutely cringe-inducing “apology” video in which she plays … --- ## [Should I be worried about Turner Classic Movies?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-be-worried-about-turner-classic-movies/986264)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-be-worried-about-turner-classic-movies/986264 "2023-07-06T18:18:01Z")
According to this article on NPR, someone named Zaslav, who is the head of Warner Bros. DIscovery, has presided over a wholesale dismissal of programmers, producers of special material, and executives at TCM. Zaslav al… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=787) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=789)