# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=796 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 797 --- ## [Laptop Fan Doesn't Work -- Blind troubleshooting by likely hood](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/laptop-fan-doesnt-work-blind-troubleshooting-by-likely-hood/986046)
**Author:** [@Bear\_Nenno](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bear_Nenno)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/laptop-fan-doesnt-work-blind-troubleshooting-by-likely-hood/986046 "2023-06-27T16:25:05Z")
The fan in my HP Elitebook is no longer working. It’s a work computer with minimal control over administrative functions, so I can’t change any settings or anything. I don’t mind buying a new fan and making the swap, bu… --- ## [USGS river monitoring stations with cameras](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/usgs-river-monitoring-stations-with-cameras/986135)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/usgs-river-monitoring-stations-with-cameras/986135 "2023-06-27T16:21:55Z")
I us the data from the USGS for various local rivers to check stream depth and clarity. At the locations I use it states, “No camera available”. I found the page that lists the available cameras across the US. You can zo… --- ## [Last unashamedly pro-war mainstream movie?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/last-unashamedly-pro-war-mainstream-movie/983035)
**Author:** [@Celtic\_Kitsune](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Celtic_Kitsune)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/last-unashamedly-pro-war-mainstream-movie/983035 "2023-06-27T15:34:30Z")
If Hot Shots Part Deux taught us anything it’s that war is fantastic. Leaving that masterpiece aside and because of the recent success of the pretty much classic anti-war war movie ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ I was… --- ## [Titanic tourist submarine missing 6-19-2023 (Debris field found, passengers presumed dead. 06-22-23)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/titanic-tourist-submarine-missing-6-19-2023-debris-field-found-passengers-presumed-dead-06-22-23/985781)
**Author:** [@GIGObuster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GIGObuster)\ **Replies:** 818\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 3:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/titanic-tourist-submarine-missing-6-19-2023-debris-field-found-passengers-presumed-dead-06-22-23/985781 "2023-06-27T15:07:51Z")
Maybe we should have this thread titled as: “Titanic, Just don’t do it”? I hope they do make it, the sub should have enough oxygen and supplies for 3 days AFAIK. --- ## [Tell me about these adult film performers (No links or TMI but still may be NSFW)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-these-adult-film-performers-no-links-or-tmi-but-still-may-be-nsfw/986163)
**Author:** [@pkbites](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pkbites)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 1:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-these-adult-film-performers-no-links-or-tmi-but-still-may-be-nsfw/986163 "2023-06-27T13:37:04Z")
My interest in this actually hasn’t anything to do with porn itself but it started with something completely unrelated that would uninterest you if I explained it. Alright, here we go. This is a legitimate inquiry and I… --- ## [How Did the Beatles Get Away With It...?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-the-beatles-get-away-with-it/985890)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 12:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-the-beatles-get-away-with-it/985890 "2023-06-27T12:44:46Z")
I understand British radio broadcasting does not permit the mention of trademarked terms in song lyrics (that get radio play). For example, the Kinks’ “Lola” has a British version mentioning “cherry cola” in place of “Co… --- ## [Wagner group: what does the name refer to?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wagner-group-what-does-the-name-refer-to/986098)
**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 12:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wagner-group-what-does-the-name-refer-to/986098 "2023-06-27T12:36:53Z")
Does anyone know where the name comes from. It seems unlikely to be a reference to the composer, but I have no idea where it comes from. --- ## [A Terrifying Experience](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-terrifying-experience/985560)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 12:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-terrifying-experience/985560 "2023-06-27T12:04:46Z")
I got a call yesterday afternoon from a long term sub whose time sheet had been processed and whose check was ready to be picked up from the administrative offices. She said she had her dog with her and didn’t want to l… --- ## [Worcestershire Sauce in Salads](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worcestershire-sauce-in-salads/985682)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 11:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worcestershire-sauce-in-salads/985682 "2023-06-27T11:50:04Z")
I’m a fan of Worcestershire sauce and it sneaks into a lot of dishes I make. I like anchovies too, and Caesar salad isn’t the same without them (and most cheap out by omitting them and using mediocre commercial dressing… --- ## [The most famous people from the least-noticed countries](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-famous-people-from-the-least-noticed-countries/985986)
**Author:** [@Chad\_Sudan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chad_Sudan)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 10:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-famous-people-from-the-least-noticed-countries/985986 "2023-06-27T10:49:01Z")
Please name someone who is known around the world who comes from a country that gets little international attention. The higher-profile the person and lower-profile the country, the better! --- ## [How did Yogurt change since the 1970's?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-yogurt-change-since-the-1970s/986097)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 10:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-did-yogurt-change-since-the-1970s/986097 "2023-06-27T10:19:03Z")
I’ve loved yogurt since high school. Back then it was usually white and it required stirring. That mixed the fruit back into the yogurt. IIRC there was water that separated and needed stirring to blend it in. Yogurt tod… --- ## [A moderately interesting article and quiz on conspiracy theories](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-moderately-interesting-article-and-quiz-on-conspiracy-theories/986056)
**Author:** [@saje](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/saje)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 8:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-moderately-interesting-article-and-quiz-on-conspiracy-theories/986056 "2023-06-27T08:51:21Z")
\*\*Whoops, didn’t realize this was old - it’s from Oct 2021. Still pretty relevant though, I think WaPo piece, with quiz and somewhat horrifying statistics (Gift link, I hope) I got them all right, (thank dawg), but it… --- ## [Why are "Scary movie" and "Not another teen movie" considered good parody movies? What is so funny about them?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-scary-movie-and-not-another-teen-movie-considered-good-parody-movies-what-is-so-funny-about-them/986001)
**Author:** [@Mislav](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mislav)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-scary-movie-and-not-another-teen-movie-considered-good-parody-movies-what-is-so-funny-about-them/986001 "2023-06-27T04:05:34Z")
Spoilers Scary movie got mixed reviews when it came out, but it was a box office success. Not another teen movie was badly reviewed and a box office failure. But these days, many people talk about how funny those movies… --- ## [American Adaptations Of British TV Shows: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-adaptations-of-british-tv-shows-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/986095)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 3:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-adaptations-of-british-tv-shows-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/986095 "2023-06-27T03:13:58Z")
Over in this thread, we’re talking about a British show that was remade in the U.S. and was/is a success (“Ghosts”). Adaptation of British shows for the U.S. audience has been hit-and-miss. American adaptations of “The O… --- ## [Your Brain On Cheeto Dust?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-brain-on-cheeto-dust/986063)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 2:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-brain-on-cheeto-dust/986063 "2023-06-27T02:10:04Z")
Talking about ultra-processed foods is everywhere. But not sure what to make of the claim that your brain secretly loves the mess from neon orange Cheeto dust? Uh, no. (From The Guardian:) Cheetos themselves are espe… --- ## [Please tell me what I need to know about this critter (WARNING: Scorpion pictures)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-tell-me-what-i-need-to-know-about-this-critter-warning-scorpion-pictures/985300)
**Author:** [@Mr.Baggins](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Baggins)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-tell-me-what-i-need-to-know-about-this-critter-warning-scorpion-pictures/985300 "2023-06-27T01:46:27Z")
We live next to a cemetery, We’ve ocassionally seen a tarantula or two in the backyard or near the front door. But this dude showed up this morning smack dab in the middle of the dining room. … --- ## [You tube comments question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-tube-comments-question/986067)
**Author:** [@wolfman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2023, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-tube-comments-question/986067 "2023-06-27T00:51:58Z")
There are a few YouTube videos I have watched an commented on over the years, and there are a couple over the last 3 years or so that I monitor my Original comment, and I have noticed today that several of my comments … --- ## [MLB: Hitting Streaks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-hitting-streaks/986142)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-hitting-streaks/986142 "2023-06-26T23:36:16Z")
My teen son is always coming up with good baseball questions, He asks, if a batter has a hitting streak going but then has to go on the IL, when he returns and has more hits, does that count as all part of the same hitti… --- ## [Musical recordings lost to history (The Stationary Ark, etc.)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/musical-recordings-lost-to-history-the-stationary-ark-etc/921723)
**Author:** [@psychonaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/psychonaut)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/musical-recordings-lost-to-history-the-stationary-ark-etc/921723 "2023-06-26T22:08:26Z")
In 1975, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation aired The Stationary Ark, a documentary miniseries shot at the Jersey Zoological Park in the Channel Islands. The show was noted for its haunting theme music, composed by J… --- ## [Has Putin mentally deteriorated?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-putin-mentally-deteriorated/960179)
**Author:** [@GreenWyvern](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GreenWyvern)\ **Replies:** 232\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-putin-mentally-deteriorated/960179 "2023-06-26T21:48:39Z")
This thread is meant to be about Putin himself, rather than about the war in Ukraine. There are a couple of threads about that running already. I was completely wrong about Putin invading Ukraine – but then so were a lo… --- ## [How things sink in water](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-things-sink-in-water/986126)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 9:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-things-sink-in-water/986126 "2023-06-26T21:06:24Z")
If I simply make something heavier than the amount of water, it displaces will it sink to the bottom regardless of the depth? When I am deep sea fishing I have to adjust the weight according to the depth. i assume it is … --- ## [Any recommendations for a free/cheap website that I can collect photos from a wedding?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-recommendations-for-a-free-cheap-website-that-i-can-collect-photos-from-a-wedding/986088)
**Author:** [@Whack-a-Mole](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Whack-a-Mole)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 8:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-recommendations-for-a-free-cheap-website-that-i-can-collect-photos-from-a-wedding/986088 "2023-06-26T20:27:44Z")
I see some recommendations from a decade ago…looking for something newer. I was recently part of a destination wedding. I’d like a website where we can all upload our photos and share them with each other. (think an ap… --- ## [Need advice from those who have a parent with dementia](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-from-those-who-have-a-parent-with-dementia/986068)
**Author:** [@obbn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/obbn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 8:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-from-those-who-have-a-parent-with-dementia/986068 "2023-06-26T20:23:51Z")
Hello Everyone, Well, is been a tough week. Dad passed away two days ago. My mother who is 77 has mild to moderate dementia. However, since Dad’s passing it has gone into overdrive. The biggest symptom is her repeating … --- ## [A Submarine Micellany of links](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-submarine-micellany-of-links/986010)
**Author:** [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 7:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-submarine-micellany-of-links/986010 "2023-06-26T19:48:37Z")
This week, we have all been thinking of Submarines more than Captain Nemo was. So here are an engaging set of links on that topic. LINK USED SUBMARINES FOR SALE LINK–An orphaned & Abandoned Submarine LINK–SEALAB 1961 … --- ## [Subaru Forester or Toyota RAV4 on the beach?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/subaru-forester-or-toyota-rav4-on-the-beach/986124)
**Author:** [@Napier](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Napier)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/subaru-forester-or-toyota-rav4-on-the-beach/986124 "2023-06-26T19:28:51Z")
It’s time to replace Ms. Napier’s car, a RAV4. It’s normally for local driving including our steep driveway with ice and snow. We usually take it for a week on the Outer Banks, during which we will drive it out on the be… --- ## [Propogating lilies and peonies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/propogating-lilies-and-peonies/986015)
**Author:** [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/propogating-lilies-and-peonies/986015 "2023-06-26T19:23:50Z")
The building I live in has daylilies and peonies planted. Both are almost past blooming. On some of them, where the blossoms have fallen away, small knobs are growing on the daylilies, and little clusters of tiny knots… --- ## [Carbon fiber in compression?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/carbon-fiber-in-compression/986055)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 7:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/carbon-fiber-in-compression/986055 "2023-06-26T19:10:22Z")
The recent sub implosion brings up the question of why they would built a cylinder with carbon fiber. Carbon fiber is lightweight and immensely strong when used in tension but an externally pressurized cylinder would pla… --- ## [(Old) It's a-warmin' up (again!) in the MMP](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-its-a-warmin-up-again-in-the-mmp/985770)
**Author:** [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Replies:** 335\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 6:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-its-a-warmin-up-again-in-the-mmp/985770 "2023-06-26T18:37:41Z")
We’re supposed to hit 80s soon here in western Mitten State { whimper } and they’re already getting highs in the 100s in my old stomping grounds in the Dallas area. I have informed my manager to not be surprised if I ta… --- ## [Finding an auto mechanic installing a part you bring in with you. Any tips to arrange?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-an-auto-mechanic-installing-a-part-you-bring-in-with-you-any-tips-to-arrange/985381)
**Author:** [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 5:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-an-auto-mechanic-installing-a-part-you-bring-in-with-you-any-tips-to-arrange/985381 "2023-06-26T17:53:46Z")
I understand why auto repair shops might not want to do this. They lose out on the parts markup. Or the customer fouls up and gets the wrong part, and makes it the shop’s problem. Or whatever else. Still … my understand… --- ## [Are you wearing "herbies?"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-wearing-herbies/985782)
**Author:** [@2\_More\_Bits](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/2_More_Bits)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2023, 5:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-wearing-herbies/985782 "2023-06-26T17:31:49Z")
When I was a boy growing up in Detroit, Michigan USA (during the 60s & 70s) any boy wearing white sox along with any clothing besides gym shorts was teased and said to be wearing “herbies.” If this wasn’t exclusive to m… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=795) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=797)